Kilts a-flyin'...

at the
Brompton World Championships

Over at Flickr, John Spooner has posted his photos of the 3rd Annual Brompton World Championships which took place at Blenheim Palace on 28 September 2008. Brompton is the brand of folding bike loved by British commuters. The rules...

[f]or the event are not overly onerous, but poor dress sense will not be tolerated: a suit jacket, collared shirt and tie are de rigueur for participants; sports attire is not permitted, and Lycra shorts/leggings are specifically named, shamed and excluded. Competitors will be expected to demonstrate their folding skills in a Le Mans style start.