Ophel David (DNS)

Interview

Previous Glocknerman-participations: 0
Size (cm): 177
Weight (kg): 71
Training kilometers/ year: 11000
Bicycle: trek

Previous achievements
Race across America 2 man 2010
Race across west solo 2011
Race across Alps solo 2012
Race around Slovenia 2 man 2013
Race round Slovenia solo 2015



How did you get into extreme cycling?
I completed my first Ironman in 2009 but discovered I loved long distance biking much more than the other disciplines

What were your most beautiful and hardest bike experiences?
Race across the Alps was through the most beautiful scenery but RAAM , even though it was a 2 man event, was by far the most challenging event both physically and mentally.

At Glocknerman, a large proportion of participants do not always reach the goal. Why are you convinced that you belong to the finisher?
My previous long distance experience and my support team which is very experienced in these events give me an excellent chance to finish

How do you motivate yourself for a challenge like the Glocknerman?
I set a goal to complete and invest the time required. That is the only motivation I require.

I get supported in sports from?
My support team,Team Summit, has supported me in all my events, they will support me this year and I know I can depend on their hard work and judgement.

How do you prepare for the Glocknerman?
I will begin training in February in Australia and will train in North America in March-June. I am retired so I will dedicate most of my time in these months to training for this event

How do you manage to endure extreme stress?
I put in many miles of solo training and this gives me the mental strength to complete.

What's your motto?
Road don't lie