Cyrus was born in Louisa, Virginia and is currently a 4th year materials science and physics student at UVa. He has been mountain biking for two years on and off and been racing for one.

Notable Races:
5th Sport Walnut Creek Chimney Chase
7th Overall Charlottesville Xterra
1st Sport Charlottesville Off-road Omnium
2nd Sport O-hill meltdown
125th Overall Xterra National Championship
10th Men's Solo Paranormal 6 hr. Race
1st Points Paranormal 6 hr. Race