David Duffield, one of the key figures who helped bring BMX to the UK, has sadly passed away. David was influential in Halfords’ early involvement in BMX, including the Redditch track and legendary events such as the Anglo American Cup. He was also the TV commentator for the first Kellogg’s BMX series in 1984, along with numerous other BMX shows televised in the early 80s.
We were amazed when we first found out about this as well.
David was known as a real gent in cycling and often alluded to being present when BMX first started in this country but to be honest was very modest about it.
We found the video footage as well featuring him, at what seems to be the first ever UK BMX race back in 1980 at Redditch.
We’ve added it to the site at http://bikesy.co.uk/features/david-duffield/david-duffield-raleigh-bmx-video/ so the road riders get a taste of David’s passion for all types of cycling.
Best regards and thanks for featuring DD.
Tony
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