Evan Oliphant
(sloth)
Born: 08 Jan 1982
Hometown: Wick
Four most significant cycling achievements?
4th Commonwealth games points race, winning my first premier East Yorkshire Classic, 2nd stage Tour of Britian, stage win at Tour Wellington NewZealand.
Best moment on bike?
probably at the melbourne commonwealth games it felt special lining up to represent my country on front of huge crowds.
Person who has had the most influence on your cycling career and why?
my dad as he took me to all the races when i was younger.
Rider you most revere/admire and why?
Jason Macintyre he could go so fast and where he stayed put him at such a disadvantage but he didnt let it stop him and he helped me out lots when i was younger.
What was your first ever bike?
Dornoch Highland games doing grass track cycling when i was 13.
Your most "impressive" injury?
Tasmania track race last lap fell off wrecked bike, ripped skinsuit off and had hardly any skin left on body.
What is your favourite route?
Round Talla from Edinburgh via granites on way back.
If you were not a pro-racer what would you be doing right now?
Probably mechanical engineering as got an honours degree from Edinburgh uni in that.
What is your hidden talent?
bagpipes.
What is your favourite food?
has to be Rogan Josh curry i think after a long stage race.
Do you have a particular lucky ritual before a race or any other quirks or superstitions?
None.
Whats your aim for 2010 and beyond?
win medal at the 2010 commonwealth games, Win premier Calendar races and win criteriums for endura and stages of any stage races we ride.
What does being in Endura Racing mean to you?
Its fantastic to be with Endura racing especialy when it is a Scottish sponsor it makes it feel even more special and i cant wait to race in the new colours with the new team.