Name – Mark Nolan
Category – A2
Years with Blarney – 2
Favourite cyclist – Alberto Contador
Which of the following best describes you as a cyclist (Sprinter/Climber/Time Trialist/Puncheur/Rouleur) – I really like big long hills. Worst sprinter in Munster
Most memorable events/races you took part in – these would have to be my triathlon races. I represented Ireland at amateur level and briefly @ elite level, winning a few amateur European and world titles along the way.
Best results –
1st – European Triathlon championships 2010 & 2012
3rd – European Triathlon championships 2011
1st – European Duathlon championships 2011
2nd – World Triathlon championships 2011
1st – Irish Triathlon Championships 2010 & 2012
Favourite race circuit – Lacey Cup circuit / Kenmare stage of Ras Mumhan
Favourite climb – Top 3 are; Stelvio, Vrsíc Pass, Healy pass
Goals for 2018 – Aim High, fall short
How have you benefited from being a member of Blarney CC – I love getting a hammering on the roads every weekend. It’s good to get taught the same lessons over and over again.
Advice you’d give to someone new to competitive cycling – I think the priority is to enjoy the sport and not get carried away with results or achievements. If you enjoy what you do and make good friends along the way, there is longevity in the sport. Many people new to the sport train too hard too quickly, and inevitably drop out & leave the sport when they don’t get results. Training is about good consistency year round.
