I think when I first started cycling, it wasn't that popular with kids. I felt almost embarrassed going down the road on my road bike; I didn't want my friends to see me because it was embarrassing.

I don't think you'll understand the true repercussions of what the 500 does for you until years down the road.

I think a fragrance is more of a signature than even what you wear - something you'll remember more down the road than a shirt.

Cyclists need to help themselves and should not jump red lights. I would ride in London, but I certainly wouldn't ride like that; you just have to be careful. I can understand going down the outside of traffic, but you should obey the rules of the road because we're all road users.

There's a lot of optimism in changing scenery, in seeing what's down the road.

When I first started out in cycling, if there were two girls there, that was successful; but now, if there are 20 girls there, it's just unbelievable. The growth of the sport is just incredible.