Even after a $3000 bike mishap, this manager didn’t stop pedalling

A mountain descent in France proved costly for Mars Wrigley’s Xavier Shortal but, after months of lockdown, he’s keen for more adventures abroad. He answers our Time Out Q&A.

Xavier Shortal above the valley of Le Bourg-d’Oisans during the Tour de France. "I love getting to see and be part of the big bike races overseas."

Life & Leisure

Dec 14, 2020 – 11.50am

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Xavier Shortal is sales director of Mars Wrigley Australia. He lives on a rural property outside Ballarat in Victoria.

What’s your first memory of riding a bike?
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