Lizzie Armitstead and Jess Varnish help encourage cycling in Hull and East Riding

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Saturday, March 09, 2013
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Hull Daily Mail

EAST YORKSHIRE: British Cycling has announced two new ambassadors to encourage and support cycling in the region.

Olympic silver-medallist Lizzie Armitstead and British track cyclist Jess Varnish are heading up the national Breeze events.

They have tackled barriers facing women and are providing as many fun and free opportunities in Hull and East Riding to help women get back on their bikes.

Lizzie said: "Jess and I are encouraging as many women as possible to get on their bikes and go on a Breeze bike ride.

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"Cycling is a big part of my life and I want as many women out there to experience the fun and social side of riding a bike.

"It's not as scary as you think because Breeze is here to help you start your cycling journey."

Visit breezebikerides.com for the latest events in Hull and the East Riding.

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