Topic: The Flying Scotsman~cyclist champion

[Ecosse]

I just caught the movie "The Flying Scotsman" on NetFlix. No, it's not about Jimmy Clark or Jackie Stewart, or any number (there are lots) of Tartan Champions. Graeme Obree is a cycling champion whose broken a number of records, on a home built bike, all the while battling deadly depression. A true inspiration.

Below is a short story and interview with the man.

A trailer for the film.

[andy750]

Great stuff. I must confess Id never heard of him before! Shocking really....as he comes from where I grew up.

cheers
Andy

[tramp]

always road a bicycle
always will
guys like that are a inspiration

[Duke McDukiedook]

Ha, banned his bike afterwards, and banned two of his riding positions.

Unbelievable.

[Operator]

One of my favorite movies, he is a true inspiration to all.....

I own very few movies but this is one I will not get rid of and have seen multiple times

[Ecosse]

i'm not into cycling but i remember catching a glimpse of a race on the tube once and seeing that 'superman' position. it stuck in my mind for whatever reason and i get a kick knowing now who came up with it. it's a sure sign of success when your are legislated out of competition.

the guy's about 2 weeks younger than me... i'm such a slacker. 

[Rocking-M]

glad I decided to check in over here. I'll have to get the movie. I was a raced cycles for a while,
did a face plant down near Southern Pines. now I'm just peddling to get the busted leg back in shape.

Here's another UK rider, hey, he's a Mac what can I say.

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Z19zF...&feature=email

[Operator]

I loved it when they buy the kids mountain bike seat in order to meet the specs...and then goes on to win

[Ecosse]

I loved it when they buy the kids mountain bike seat in order to meet the specs...and then goes on to win

 ... and the "hacksaw" scene.