IAN ELS

IAN ELS

HEAD Bikes SA Sponsored Athlete

I was born in Pretoria, South Africa. I am currently in Garsfontein High school and, after school, I dream about following a career in Engineering. I have been crazy about cycling since before I can remember.

Being on my bicycle has always been my happy place. I started training in 2014, at the age of 11. My favourite discipline in cycling is XCO racing. To be the South African champion in XCO and representing my country is my ultimate goal.  I think the most important thing in life is to love and enjoy what I do!

In 2015, I won the SA XCM champs as a second year sprog (11-12 Years ) and in 2016, I won the Ashburton National series.

In 2017, I won the Gauteng Provincial XCO championship and, thereafter, the SA XCO championship. I was also the national champion in the Spur School series.

 

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