SOME rode with handlebar ribbons, others with racing tyres - but itwas safety and fun that were the common element at the annual Junior School Bike Safety Day and Triathlon on 25 November.
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Gears checked, and seats adjusted, pupils gathered at the The Armidale School event to hear from cyclist Harrison Munday about his professional cycling career and take in some cycle safety tips.
The girls and boys then put their skills to practice along a special obstacle course, before the annual triathlon was held in the afternoon.
Teams and individuals from Transition to Year 5 swam a lap or two of the indoor 25m TAS pool, mounted their bikes for a 200m or 400m ride, then ran the same distance before crossing the finish line.
While the focus was very much on participation, the coveted Sarah Heagney Memorial Trophy was won by Nick O’Neil of Year 5, who was the fastest individual triathlon competitor.
