Welcome everybody. And today I'd like to introduce you to my guest, Steven Slater, who is going to talk to us something about cycling tours. Steven, welcome. Thank you. And welcome everybody. So Steven, as a coach at the Sunshine Cycling Club,can you tell us something about preparing for a cycling tour? Well, for anyone who is considering going on a tour,the first thing to consider is safety. Because with the correct equipment,and good riding habits, cycling tours can be so much fun ,and indeed, very rewarding. So what should people consider first? It's very important indeed to consider what you wear. Naturally, this is largely determined by the time of year and where it is you actually plan to travel to. So what I propose to give is a general guide. But whatever the weather, time of year or destination,a good quality helmet is essential. They are not expensive but have, in the past, saved many lives. But don't try to cut corners by buying a secondhand helmet. They may look to be in perfect condition but you can never tell. Always invest in a new one. Any good bicycle shop can advise you on one that will suit your needs. So get advice from the shop. Tell them where you are going and why.