Full Name: Courtenay Louise Anne Riggien

Nick Name: Quartz, Strawbz

Bike/s: Kula Supreme mtb and Merida road bike

Bike Check (Specs): fox shock, xt group set, kcnc seat post handle bars and stem and specialised saddle

What do you call your bike my baby

Why do you ride for Maverick? Because they have supported me from the beginning and they always have the riders best interest at heart

Why do you ride the bike(s) you ride? light fast and furious

Why do you ride bicycles? It's something I enjoy doing and you always meeting new people

What do you hope to accomplish this year, on and off the bike? I would like to be a better rider and achieving a top 3 in the National series.

Do you want to be a professional (paid) rider, or are you in it for fun? It would be awesome to become a professional rider, but if I don't I would still cycle for fun.

What do you like to do when you're not riding? When I'm not riding, I enjoy spending time with friends, going to the beach and shopping.

What songs are always playing on your iPod or Mobile? The latest songs and decently Kings of Leon

What is your favorite movie? Twilight

Who do you look up to in the sport and in life? Yolande Speedy in MTB as she is a consistent rider and Jess Foord because she took something bad and turned it into something positive

What do you differently on race day? I focus on what is ahead and not on who/what is behind

Describe yourself in three words. Outgoing, fun, friendly