Low Profile - Ian Adams
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A fairly new recruit to our sport, Ian spills the beans on what makes him tick.
When and where were you born ?
Aberdeen Maternity hospital
When did you start cycling and what was
your first club ?
2004, Joined Ythan about a year later.
What was your first race ?
Ythan APR 2004, got dropped after about 4 miles.
What was your first win ?
I won the sprint for the 40mph sign against Russ once, He didn’t know we were
racing but a wins a win!
What was your last win ?
See above
What is your favourite food ?
Bread
What is your favourite drink ?
Belgian beers but most beers will do.
What was the first record you ever
bought ?
”When the world knows your name” –Deacon Blue
And your favourite song ?
Superstition- Stevie Wonder
What were you like at school ?
Distinctly average
What kind of books do you read ?
Any modern classics and books about Cycling.
Do you have a favourite TV programme ?
My name is Earl
And your favourite film ?
Trainspotting
Which newspaper do you read ?
Guardian
What’s your ideal holiday destination
?
Anywhere outside
How do you relax ?
A long bike ride in the sun followed by a Barbeque and beers.
What is your greatest fear ?
Losing sight of what is important.
How would you describe yourself in a
lonely hearts ad ?
Former fattie, GSOH seeks tolerant woman with basic bike maintenance skills.
What is your favourite training ride ?
Any one with the sun shining.
What is your best personal achievement
?
Completing the longer race in the Monike Duathlons, I hadn’t realised I could
run as well as pedal.
What is the highlight of your life to
date ?
Being up Mt Etna
Do you have time for hobbies ?
Not since cycling changed from a hobby to a sport.
Who would you like to play you in the
film of your life ?
Brian Blessed
What is your most unpleasant
characteristic ?
I swear far more than I should.
Who would you most like to meet ?
Fausto Coppi
What was your most embarrassing moment
?
Too many to mention!
Whats your ideal job ?
Pub Landlord
Who is your hero ?
Fabian Cancellara
Four words to describe yourself ?
Opinionated, loyal, perfectionist, Drunk
What is your motto?
