Although Chris Boardman rode for Manchester Wheelers, he's from Wirral so doesn't count.
Neither do any of the 'Manchester based' British Cycling team which the MEN is fond of claiming as their own.
There are names of which I know very little such as: Cyril Cartwright and Reg Harris.
But, above all of these is one rider whose legendary status has led him to becoming synonymous with the two-wheeled machine we love. A man whose very identity is built around The Bike.
A man, so ingrained in the culture of the city that his photograph currently takes pride of place on the hoardings around the Central Library.
Matt The Bike: the legend |
If you see him, say hello!
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