The Bendigo Bullet: Tasman Nankervis' Lifetime GP Journey
The Nankervis name is synonymous with the mountain bike XC scene in Australia. Tasman along with his brother Russ, have long featured among the best mountain bike racers in the country. 2023 would take Tas however on a slightly different adventure, the former U23 XCO national champion was selected among 35 of the best cyclists in the world to partake in the USA’s 'Lifetime GP' invitation only series of gravel and MTB races. Plenty of experience lead to his selection in this prestigious series, but bikes was not always what consumed Tas’ thoughts and time. Hear from the man hailing from the Victorian goldfields town of Bendigo and how a strong community inspired his journey in Cycling.
Tasman Nankervis from Bendigo, VIC, Australia. Pic: Piper Albrecht
We also get to hear from Tas' partner Monn Holmes whom was fresh off finishing her first ever full Ironman in Madison, Wisconsin, USA.
Tasman Nankervis and Mon Holmes
Tas' development to this level has not followed a traditional trajectory, listen to what has motivated Tas on an already extensive cycling career, and the amazing community that has fostered cycling in his hometown of Bendigo. A big player in this community and Tas’ life was professional road racer Jason Lowndes , whom was tragically killed in a bike road accident in 2017. The legacy of ‘Lowndesy’ continues to motivate Tas and drives some of the messaging/ purpose behind his current racing pursuits.
Jason Lowndes. Pic: AusCycling
The infamous Unbound 2023, where Tas experienced a multitude of mechanicals.
Host Justin Morris and Tasman Nankervis in Wisconsin, USA.
Tas finishing the iconic Leadville 100mile MTB event in Colorado, USA.
Photo: Piper Albrecht