In His Own Words
About him
I would say I'm a fairly serious cyclist; it’s been a very good coping mechanism in recent years and though it keeps me sane and fit, it’s not the be all and end all, I do have other interests.
I want to get into open water swimming with an aim to do the 2-mile Serpentine swim in 2023, so I can apply for the London Classics medal.
I like to travel (another good thing about the cycling) I regularly attend events like L’Etape du Tour de France for instance.
However, I'm a bit fed up with not being able to share these experiences and would very much like a partner to accompany me. Not necessarily to actually ride the Etape, but normal stuff, hopefully in France.
My ideal match would ideally like cycling, even if only just a little bit, like owning any kind of bicycle. Really just someone that enjoys cycling that I can go out on rides with (unless you want to do the epic stuff of course).
I have added some more recent photos of me, cycling up Alpe d’Huez (stage 12 of 2022 TdF), as Father of the Bride at my youngest daughter’s wedding August 2022, and a selfie (far too serious face) in September 2022.
I endeavour to be kind to all, have a positive outlook and try not to sweat the small stuff. I am an animal lover, especially dogs and horses. I like to keep myself fit (throwback from my army days as a PT instructor) but not in an extreme, or obsessive way.
I am a fan of picturesque and mountainous places like the Lake District, Scotland, the French Alps and Cornwall. I was born at the seaside oop north (west coast), though I do not have an accent.
I have an eclectic taste in music, and my interests include art, painting & drawing, history & historic cities. I like eating out and going to the cinema, the theatre, or even the opera. Or a relaxing evening in by the fire, with a glass of wine and a good book (yes, I read actual books! I like to keep home as a computer free environment).
I am an honest (sometimes too honest), easy going chap and low maintenance (can that statement apply to men the same as it does to women?)
About his ideal match
About my ideal match, gosh, what to put here? Obviously the standard good sense of humour, tolerant, nice personality and be even just a little bit into cycling, though not a problem for me if you’re not. Someone who appreciates the outdoors, good food & good wine, going to the cinema, or the theatre. But also someone able to appreciate the companionable silences without having to rely on the other to entertain. As mentioned earlier, with regards to the cycling, I am not necessarily looking for someone mad into cycle racing, or riding across the country on a whim, just someone that enjoys cycling that I can go out on rides with (a bicycle can be supplied if required, lol).
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About him
Country of origin: |
United Kingdom | |
Location: |
Bury-St-Edmunds, Suffolk, England | |
Gender: |
Male | |
Age: |
60 | |
Star sign: |
Aries | |
Height: |
5' 7" (170cm) | |
Body type: |
Athletic | |
Looks: |
Ask me later | |
Hair colour: |
Dark Blonde | |
Eye colour: |
Blue | |
Relationship Status: |
Divorced | |
Looking for: |
Activity partners; Let's see what happens; A long-term relationship | |
Have children: |
Yes, not living with me | |
Want children: |
No | |
Daily diet: |
Eat most things | |
Smoking: |
Never | |
Drinking: |
Occasionally | |
Education: |
University / College student | |
Occupation: |
Science / Engineering / Research | |
Income: |
Comfortable | |
Ethnicity: |
White/Caucasian | |
Home language: |
English | |
Other languages: |
None | |
Religion: |
Agnostic |
About his ideal match
Country of origin: |
Anywhere in the World | ||
Location: |
Within 40 miles of postcode district IP28 (Bury St. Edmunds) | ||
Gender: |
Female | ||
Age range: |
53 - 60 | ||
Star sign: |
Any | ||
Height: |
Any | ||
Body type: |
Slim; Average; Athletic | ||
Looks: |
Average; Attractive | ||
Hair colour: |
Blonde; Dark Blonde; Light Brown; Auburn; Red | ||
Eye colour: |
Any | ||
Has a photo: |
Non-negotiable | ||
Relationship Status: |
Single; Divorced; Widowed | ||
Have children: |
No; Yes, not living with me; Yes, living with me sometimes | ||
Want children: |
No | ||
Daily diet: |
Eat most things; Eat healthily | ||
Smoking: |
Never | ||
Drinking: |
Occasionally | ||
Education: |
Any | ||
Occupation: |
Any | ||
Income: |
Any | ||
Ethnicity: |
Any | ||
Home language: |
Any | ||
Other languages: |
Any | ||
Religion: |
Any |
- Not important at all
- Slightly important
- Moderately important
- Decidedly important
- Non-negotiable
More about him
Sense of humour: |
Dry |
Intelligence: |
Intelligent |
Ruled by: |
The heart |
Party behaviour: |
An average mingler |
Personality traits: |
Adventurous; Easygoing; Faithful; Funny; Generous; Intelligent; Loving; Loyal; Philosophical; Realistic; Sensible; Thoughtful; Trustworthy |
Valued qualities: |
Compassion; Faithfulness; Forgiveness; Friendliness; Honesty; Humility; Humour; Kindness; Mercy; Patience; Tolerance |
Fashion sense: |
Casual (I'm usually in my favourite jeans) |
Favourite clothing: |
My trusty pair of jeans |
Favourite colour: |
Red |
Hair style: |
Short; It has its moods |
Facial hair: |
I'm clean-shaven |
Body hair: |
Average |
Body art: |
A tattoo or two |
Date activities: |
Dinner at a restaurant; Meeting for coffee; Meeting for drinks; Going for a walk |
Music preferences: |
Broadway / Theatrical; Classical; Heavy Metal; Instrumental; Opera; Pop / Top 40; Rock |
Reading: |
I read books regularly; I read magazines regularly |
Books: |
Best-sellers; Fantasy; Fiction; History; Mystery; Sci-Fi; Science / Technology |
TV habits: |
I watch television most days |
TV programmes: |
Action / Adventure; Cartoons; Comedy / Sit-coms; Documentaries; Dramas; Educational; Nature/Wildlife; Sci-Fi; Talk shows |
Movie frequency: |
Occasionally or irregularly |
Movie preferences: |
Action; Comedy; Cult Classics; Drama; Mystery; Sci-Fi |
Interests: |
Music; Painting; Reading; The arts |
Sport involvement: |
An active participant |
Sports: |
Camping; Cycling; Fishing; Gymnastics; Horse Riding; Motorsport; Rugby; Swimming |
Cooking: |
I quite like cooking |
Food: |
Doesn't matter; French; Italian; Seafood |
Go Out to Eat: |
I eat out a few times a month |
Dietary Restrictions: |
Lactose-free |
Pace of Life: |
Manageable |
Time at work: |
I should have a bed in my office |
Pastimes of choice: |
Pursuing a hobby |
Time online: |
I check in once a day |
Relationship Type: |
I'm just plain single |
Willing to Relocate: |
For the right person, to the moon! |
Animals: |
I like animals |
Pets (Like): |
Cat(s); Dog(s); Exotic pet(s); Fish; Reptile(s); Horse(s) |
Pets (Dislike): |
Bird(s); Rodent(s) |
Turn-ons: |
Long hair; Showing affection in public |
Turn-offs: |
Assertiveness; Power; Skinny dipping |
Work aspirations: |
I already have my ideal job |
Religious attendance: |
I'm non-practising |
Dream home: |
In the mountains |
Politics: |
I have no interest in politics |
Retirement plans: |
Pursuing a sport or hobby |
Feelings about using Encounters Dating: |
Nervous; Hopeful; Curious; Optimistic |
Honesty: |
Extremely |