At the age of 35, professional mountain bike racer James Clayton had a heart attack. After being resuscitated, he was medically induced into a coma to prevent shock. One month later, he awoke and basically had to start learning how to move all over again. Now 41, James is a very active cyclist and the owner of a cycling coaching business. See also Part 2 of the interview on March 5, above.
UPDATE: On February 3, 2009, a year later, James Clayton was arrested for allegedly breaking into friends’ homes and stealing $60,000 worth of bicycles. Apparently there are several warrants out for his arrest in Arizona for similar reasons. Who knew that I was interviewing a bicycle thief?! (Alleged bicycle thief, I guess I should say.)
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February 20, 2008: James Clayton, Part 1
