An intrepid rider will explain what keeps her balanced and focussed on enjoying two-wheeled experiences when Louisa Swaden gives a presentation at the National Museum of Land Speed, Pendine at 2pm on 9 August. The Existential Biker will cover her account of riding in her latest book in The Stoic Rider series, From sand to salt: A story of speed, stillness … [Read more...]
Speed king seeks new crown
Exactly a century after Sir Malcolm Campbell set a 150mph World Land Speed Record at Pendine, grandson Don Wales revealed he eyes the 200mph barrier in a steam-powered eco-racer. 100 years after Sir Malcolm’s 350hp ‘Bluebird’ Sunbeam streaked across the sand to set the new world record on 21 July 1925, Don was in the driving seat (above) for a staged … [Read more...]
