The founder of Alex Gage Family Optometrist has joined a new scheme to make cycling accessible to all.
Alex Gage is one of a team of 15 volunteer cyclists with Cycling Without Age (CWA) Sheffield who take elderly care home residents out in a cycle trishaw named “Rhubarb” around Sheffield’s local parks and quiet roads.
Alex recently took his 88 year old father, David and brother, Steve out for a ride in Endcliffe park: “Rhubarb is a specially adapted tri-bike (three-wheeled, e-bike) which has space for two passengers at the front and is pedal-powered by one ‘pilot’.
“Each trip starts from the care home and will take two passengers out at a time, giving them the chance to notice the seasons, see what has changed locally and to share memories. As trained pilots, we are committed to slow safe cycling and love chatting with our passengers.
“Dad lives with dementia and it was great to see his enjoyment as we had a leisurely ride. Take a look at this inspirational TED talk by CWA’s founder Ole Kassow for more information.
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