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DSAuk launches new Get Pedalling cycle scheme

The Dwarf Sports Association UK (DSAuk) has launched a new initiative to encourage more people with dwarfism to give cycling a go. The Get Pedalling cycle scheme aims to encourage DSAuk members to get on their bikes and pedal into 2016.

Following their hugely successful Coast 2 Coast fundraising cycle ride in July 2015, DSAuk are launching a new Get Pedalling cycle scheme to encourage all people with dwarfism to give cycling a go. Cycling, as an activity, is healthy, low impact and can be enjoyed at your own pace on solo, group or friends and family rides. Cycling also provides excellent social opportunities and fantastic health benefits for everyone taking part.

The new Get Pedalling cycling scheme is made up of two initiatives, designed to encourage more people with dwarfism to get on their bikes.

The first initiative is a new bike loan scheme, catering for anyone from the very young upwards. A fleet of bikes and trikes from recognised manufacturers such as Curtis Bikes, Islabikes and Bike Care are available from DSAuk for hire over various lengths of hire term with a small charge to cover costs.

A full range of bike sizes are covered, from specially built 12" and 14" Curtis Bikes to standard 14", 16" and 20" Islabikes. A 20" trike will also be available for those who would like access to an adapted bike. The bikes and trikes are all tried, tested and proven as suitable for people with dwarfism.

The second initiative is a joint venture with Cycling Projects charity, who run numerous Wheels for All centres around the country. A range of Islabikes will be available for people with dwarfism to use at Wheels for All centres in Salford, Sheffield, York, Birmingham, South Gloucester, Torbay, Cambridge and Croydon.

These bikes will be available to use during in-house Wheels for All sessions. Each centre is located on or next to a traffic free cycle track or trail. Some Trikes and Curtis bikes will be added to the Islabikes range at selected Wheels for All centres in the future.

For more information about DSAuk's Get Pedalling cycle scheme, please contact DSAuk. Email DSAuk or call 01246 296 485. 

Dwarf Sports Association UK aims to make regular sporting opportunities accessible and enjoyable to anyone with restricted growth.