XTRI the Journey

Working in his local bike shop was
an attempt to turn the mountain runner
in to a cyclist, not just because of the 15
mile ride each way but because he was
absorbed in a cycling world. The lure
of performing well at Norseman drove
a need for speed. The speed came and
was on full display when Chris won and
broke the record for the challenging
Brutal triathlon in Wales.
Family
It was the feeling of being a part of a
community that Chris valued more than
having a bunch of races in beautiful
places to go and do. Chris had time
for anyone when it came to all matters
Xtri and he was always happy to answer
emails, chat to folks at races, and if you
were lucky he would even take time
out to fit you up for one of the famous
Celtman Kilts.
Chris Stirling was most happy
out in the mountains and it was those
mountains that brought him to Xtri. He
also seemed most relaxed when training
in the munros of Torridon.
Photo: Steve Ashworth
Chris comes home to a victorious win at the
Celtman 2017, in Torridon, Scotland.
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