
Mops
Name: Melissa Newell (a.k.a. Mops)
Age: 45
Hometown: Invercargill, NZ
Team role: Chief Fluffer, Team Soigneur
How did you get into riding bikes?
I had to have major hip surgery and couldn't run anymore, my doctor advised me I could swim or cycle, so I said 'f*** it' and decided to become a mountain biker.
What’s your favourite discipline?
I do love XC, but it's gotta be enduro.
Favourite non biking hobby?
Riding moto's.
Got any hidden talents?
I'm really good at starting a task and not finishing it. Also really good at folding socks.
What’s your biggest achievement?
Being able to create myself a lifestyle that's allowed me to travel the world as an athlete and potato cooker.
What’s your dream?
I'm already living it!