Birthplace: Lombartzyde - February 13, 1952 Nationality: Belgian Location: Roeselare-Beitem Status: Married - Carine Brouckaert - November 10, 1973 Children: Daughter - Romy Maertens Hobbies: Slow cycling with friends Features: Tour of Flanders, Oudenaarde Favourite race: Sprint and trial specialist Nickname: Lippe & Champion