THE UCI Cycling World Championships were simply dazzling. Over 11 days, a million people roared on competitors around the roads, trails, parks and…
THE UCI Cycling World Championships were simply dazzling. Over 11 days, a million people roared on competitors around the roads, trails, parks and stadiums of Scotland from Fort William to Dumfries. So many iconic sporting moments will be remembered on courses that were a stunning showcase of Scotland’s landscape and heritage. The “Power of the Bike” was the championship’s headline and it lived up to all expectations, powering up Scottish tourism and getting unprecedented global TV coverage.
There was something special about the feel of all the events I attended. Thousands of avid cycling fans from across the world were brought together with huge numbers of folk who were just inspired by what was happening right on their doorstep. The Scottish Government has already established the £8 million Cycling Facilities Fund that’s putting in place some great projects on the ground. Pump tracks around the country in particular are springing up, including in rural communities. Pump tracks are important facilities not just to learn to ride and develop bike-handling skills – they are also good social spaces for young people to hang out together.
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