Born May 14, 1978 in Albury NSW, Chris is the youngest of 4 siblings – 2 of whom compete in Ironman as well (Daniel and David.) Chris lived in Australia until 1999 before moving to New Zealand to start a small construction business. Chris started competing in triathlon in November of 2001 and began his professional racing career in April 2004. Chris now splits his year between boulder Colorado and Albury, NSW in Australia.
Home:
Tuscon, AZ
Nickname:
Big Sexy-macca
What Saddle Do You Ride:
ISM Breakaway
Favorite Music:
Country!!
Favorite Food:
I am very partial to good Mexican and a Burger and Fries.
How Do You Relax:
I love to bake and also a good coffee.
How Do You Prepare For An Event:
Pre-race I like to watch some inspirational clips and listen to good music.
Recent Achievement:
Capturing my 4th Ironman title
Favorite Quote:
"The only way you can fail is to not give 100%"
What's In Your Transition Bag You Can't Live Without:
First Endurance Pre Race
Where Do You See Yourself In Ten Years:
Hopefully a couple more Ironman titles, a successful career under my belt, and working in the industry.
Your Website:
Career Highlights:
- Field hockey at a provincial level in Australia and New Zealand
- First triathlon — November 2001
- First Ironman — December 2002 ( Ironman Australia 10:07)
- First professional race — April 2004
- 4 x ironman champion
- 6 time ironman runner up
- 29 x top 10 ironman finish's