Biking and Cycling
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Where did Rob start his bike ride?

  • London
  • The Channel Tunnel
  • France
  • Bédoin (correct)
  • How many gears did Rob's bike have?

  • 15
  • 20
  • 10
  • 3 (correct)
  • How long did it take Rob to reach the top of the hill?

  • 1 hour
  • 59 minutes
  • 5 hours
  • 3 hours (correct)
  • How much money did Rob raise for charity?

    <p>£12,000</p> Signup and view all the answers

    How much time did Rob's team have left to return the bike?

    <p>22 seconds</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What type of bike does the narrator use?

    <p>Mountain bike</p> Signup and view all the answers

    In which year did mountain bikes first appear in the Olympics?

    <p>1996</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Why did Rob Holden ride up Mount Ventoux?

    <p>To test a London hire bike</p> Signup and view all the answers

    In which country is it compulsory for cyclists to wear a helmet?

    <p>Australia</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the penalty for returning a hired bike late?

    <p>£150 fine</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What do you need to use to pay for a hired bike?

    <p>Machine</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the name of the famous bicycle race where Chris Froome won a stage?

    <p>Tour de France</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What type of bike racing is not included in the Olympics?

    <p>Trick riding</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Study Notes

    Types of Bikes

    • There are various types of bikes, each designed for specific purposes.
    • The speaker's bike is a mountain bike with special tires, suitable for riding in parks and mountains.

    Cycling Safety

    • In the UK, wearing a helmet is not mandatory by law, but it's recommended for safety.
    • Australia was the first country to make helmet-wearing compulsory for all cyclists.

    Cycling in the Olympics

    • Cycling has been an Olympic sport since 1896.
    • Mountain bikes and BMX bikes were introduced in 1996 and 2008, respectively, but only for speed races on the track.

    Bike-Sharing in Cities

    • Many cities offer bike-sharing services, where you can hire a bike for a short time.
    • You pay to use the bike, take it from a rack, ride, and return it to any rack in the city.
    • If you're late, you'll be charged an extra £150.

    Rob Holden's Charity Ride

    • Rob Holden rode a London hire bike up Mont Ventoux, the steepest hill on the Tour de France route.
    • He was raising money for a cancer charity, inspired by Chris Froome's 2013 win.
    • Rob completed the 22-kilometer ride in nearly three hours, raising over £12,000 for charity.
    • He returned the bike to the rack with only 22 seconds to spare, avoiding a fine.

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    A quiz about different types of bikes and their uses, including mountain bikes and cycling in Britain.

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