CLS Ben Carman

Q&A

Who or what inspired you to take up cycling?

My dad and older brother used to race. When I was a kid I got sick of sitting around watching them, so gave it a crack. I have been hooked ever since.

What was your first race and where did you finish?

My first race was out at Ipswich. I was dropped before I could clip in, so did the whole thing solo.

Studying, working or full time cyclist?

I have two jobs: I work as a coach at AUS Cycle Coaching and also conduct research in cognitive neuroscience at the Queensland Brain Institute. My current project investigates how neural oscillations (essentially rhythmic waves of brain activity) regulate brain function.

Cycling dream?

I am living my cycling dream at the moment. I get to race domestically and internationally whilst living in Brisbane.

Facts

Age
29
Club
Logan Cycling Club