SHARLOTTE LUCAS
NEW ZEALAND
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Hokitika, New Zealand
Racing somewhere...
BSc. Geology (geologist) and cycling coach
27
All-Around
Career Highlights:
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2nd - New Zealand National Championships ('19)
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Oceania Continental Championships - Road Race ('18)
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3rd - Oceania Continental Championships - ITT ('18)
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4th - Oceania Continental Championships - ITT ('17)
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2x 2nd National Championships New Zealand WE - Road Race ('18, '15)
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7th Cadel Evans Great Ocean Road Race ('18)
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4th National Championships New Zealand WE - Road Race ('17)
About Sharlotte:
In her first year with Team TIBCO - Silicon Valley and as a professional rider, Sharlotte kicked off the season with a silver medal in the Elite National Championships Road Race in New Zealand. Shannon has represented New Zealand in the Commonwealth Games, finishing just off the podium in 4th place.
// Q&A with Sharlotte
Why cycling?
The exercise, the challenge -- and the cool bikes we get to ride.
What gets you out the door to train every day?
Definitely the challenge of training/preparation for races we compete in.
Favorite ride:
Anywhere in the Port Hills in Christchurch for its scenic roads and the hills are extinct volcanoes so it’s a pretty interesting route!
Career highlight:
Representing NZ at the Comm Games and finishing just off the podium in 4th spot.
2019 goals:
Its my first year racing professionally so to have a consistent season is my main goal for this year.
When not riding, I like to...:
Walk my dog and catch up with friends and family.
Favorite warmup song:
Not sure… anything upbeat is a good start.
Favorite post-ride food:
Chocolate milkshake
Your advice to aspiring cyclists?
Enjoy the journey - there will be lots of highs and lows.