Co-owner and director. Is the main mechanic and works in the shop and does the occasional bit of coaching. Moved around as a child and ended up in Essex in 1983. Studied engineering and became a teacher, mainly in special needs. Switched careers and trained as a counsellor, and worked part time for Sustrans, which led to starting this business. Has two splendid grown up children, and two not so splendid dogs. Works as a child counsellor for 1 day per week. Spends far too much time talking politics and playing cricket. Loves canoeing, walking or cycling, especially in the hills. Loves to cook, but has a tendency to overdo the chillies. Once caught 40 x 10p pieces balanced on the same arm: at the time a world record!