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October 14, 2009
A different spin on Ride to Work Day
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Whilst many workers around the country will take part in Ride to Work Day today, Alcoa Point Henry employee Robin Evans might just be the only one cycling to work on a penny farthing.
To celebrate Ride to Work Day, Robin today rode his 120–year-old penny farthing 10 kilometres from his Newcomb home to his work destination at Alcoa Point Henry.
“It’s a great machine and fun to ride, although hard work and slow compared to a conventional bike,†Robin said.
According to Robin, penny farthings are difficult to buy, with many too antique and frail to ride. Finding one that suits his length has also been restricting, as the diameter of the big wheel will determine whether your feet reach the pedals.
However, an early fascination for these 19th century bicycles has kept him looking and, after many years of searching, Robin recently bought his perfect 1880s Coventry Cub creation from a seller in Melbourne.
“I have always liked their fascinating and gracious looks and I’m now in my 60s, I said to my wife that I’ve got to get one while I’m agile enough to ride it,†Robin said.
In celebration of Alcoa’s Worldwide Month of Service, Alcoa Point Henry is encouraging all of its employees to feel good and have fun by cycling to work this Wednesday, October 14, whilst experiencing the health and environmental benefits.
First launched in 2006, Alcoa’s Worldwide Month of Service is now an annual project for the company to focus on making a positive difference in the communities in which they live and work.
In 2008, nearly 40 per cent of Alcoa’s Australian workforce participated in a Month of Service activity and Alcoa are aiming for even higher numbers this year.
Media Contact: Joanne Forssman- 0404 800 737
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This year, Alcoa employees will help over 400 community and non-for-profit organisations in Australia during the October Month of Service.
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