Stan Wadden

Editor’s note: The Heartland Tour uses the bicycle as a vehicle to educate about and draw attention to of cardiac and health risk factors in the health of Nova Scotians. In advance of this year’s Cape Breton tour, which takes place on July 16, the Cape Breton Post is featuring local cyclists. For more information, visit http://heartlandtour.ca/.

Age: 71 Occupation: Retired Hometown: Glace Bay

Why I cycle? It feels good and reminds me of my youth. How long have I been cycling? Around 30 years, after a 25-year layoff. One thing you wish you knew when you started cycling? How good I would feel after a ride. Best personal cycling? Riding 101 days in one year. Who do I cycle with? My best friend and wife Charlene. Funniest thing you have seen while out cycling? A young guy riding a bicycle without a seat. Best moment ever received from cycling? A big hug and kiss from my best friend after riding 50 km on our 50th wedding anniversary. Best compliment you have received out cycling? A woman on the side of the road said “you make that look easy.” Longest time you have been out on a road cycling? Four hours. Most inspiring moment cycling? Riding home after a flat tire in a thunder and lighting storm, 20 km from home. Who was your role model for cycling? Anyone I saw riding a bike when I wasn’t. How has cycling changed your life? Keeps me fit and gets me out every day the sun shines.