Just over 2.5 years ago Rachel Neylan competed in her first cycling race – Green & gold, stage races, the European peloton and world cups and were only a distant vision…
“The spirit, the will to win, and the will to excel are the things that endure. These qualities are so much more important than the events that occur.” – Vince Lombardi
The late transition from elite runner to international cyclist was sparked by will, spirit and a few remarkable life changes in late 2007 – Sydney to Adelaide, full time profession turned to hours in the saddle and running shoes to pedals…
“I couldn’t dull my ambition – I simply had to see what passion, dedication and sheer hard work could achieve.”
2009 saw Rachel competing in world class cycling races in the USA, Italy, The Netherlands and Germany – including the opportunity to compete in the green and gold as a guest rider in the Australian women’s cycling squad. In 2010 Rachel’s international program will include seven months based in Tuscany racing with the Italian ‘Team System Data’, and the Australian National team based in Varese, Italy.
“Don’t die with the music in you” and “No regrets” are themes that have been and always will be pivotal in my life and have been the driving force behind my decision to embark upon becoming a world class cyclist.
“I am a passionate about elite competition, and all that it entails: the daily physical challenges, the technical ability, the mental discipline, and the camaraderie with other elite athletes.”
“I enjoy the ability to share my journey with others, engaging people along the way. Through the medium of this website rachelneylan.com. I hope to take my family, friends and sponsors around the world with me from ambition to accomplishment in the exhilarating sport of world class cycling. This is a gesture of my appreciation for all your support along the way!”
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this is truely a great insight into an elite athlete on the way to the top. what sort of level did you run at before you turned to cycling? what would you list as your strength on the bike? good luck with everything.
Thank you Steven.. I ran at a national level, state medalist but never made an Aussie team. Power to weight is definitely one of my strengths! Cheers.
Your determination and will to succeed will see you go a long way Rachel.
APRES VELO looks forward to its association with you and to sharing many victories together.
Thanks Apres Velo – looking forward to representing! it all start with a vision as you very well know..