On my bike: Edmund King, President of the AA
Why do you cycle?
I’ve cycled since I was four. My mother bought me a girl’s Raleigh bike from Colin Chapman, founder of Lotus Cars. I painted it black and pretended it was a Lotus. Never looked back for the freedom and fun it brings.
How far do you ride each week?
It depends but probably about 20 miles.
Which of your bikes is your favourite?
Still love my classic Whyte E120, which is still going strong.
What do you always take with you?
My phone.
Who mends your punctures?
I do and it tends to go in phases like the 38 bus – don’t get one for ages and then three come along together.
It’s raining: bike, public transport or car?
Probably walk with a decent umbrella.
Lycra or normal clothes?
Depends where I’m cycling but often mix and match.
If you had £100 to spend on cycling, what would you get?
My brother, Francis, introduced me to galibier.cc and I love their cycling kit, so probably a new jacket.
What’s your favourite cycle journey?
We love cycling from Hotel de France, Chartre-sur-le-Loir, which is south of Le Mans. It is my favourite hotel, and the country roads are quiet and pothole free.
What single thing would most improve matters for UK cyclists?
Giving all children free life skills through more extensive Bikeability courses.
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