The Bowral Classic is an event that attracts some serious riders from around Australia but don't be confused when you see some trishaws zooming through the Highlands next Sunday.
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Harbison aged care will be entering two bikes in the 35 km Social Classic, giving four residents the chance to experience all the thrills of a Gran Fondo cycling event.
Developed by global movement Cycling Without Age, the trishaws feature one pilot as well as a seat in front, comfortable and secure enough for elderly passengers.
Started in Copenhagen a decade ago, Cycling Without Age seeks to re-connect the elderly through cycling.
Their aim is simple yet emotive, 'the right to wind in their hair, the right to experience the city and nature close up from the bicycle and by giving them an opportunity to tell their story in the environment where they have lived their lives.'
That theory will come into practice when residents get the chance to once again experience the Highlands to its fullest.
Harbison Partnerships Manager Zac Hulm, who will pilot one of the trishaws, said the initiative was the first of its kind in Australia.
"What we're about to do, no one else in Australia is doing," he told the Southern Highland News.
"Entering a competitive event with aged care residents, we're not talking over 55 or anything, we're talking aged care. It will be a first.
"We're looking forward to getting into the village and partying at the end!"
Four Harbison residents will participate in the ride next Sunday with a changeover midway through the course.
One of the participants, Dorothy Robinson, said she couldn't wait to get out on the road after a test run.
"It was fun, I want to go in it again," Ms Robinson said.
"Maybe not faster than it was going just then, that was fast enough!"
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