Scalextric track cycling 2012

Looks epically shit

Sense of humour got lost on out on the roads today?

Its a toy. It doesn't have to be anything more than some fun for kids.

Nice though that cycling is pushing its way further into the public consciousness.

http://www.guardian.co.uk/lifeandstyle/bike-blog/2011/jan/26/hoy-scalextric-olympic-cycling-set

The previously niche sport of track cycling has taken on a new lease of life, particularly among young people, since Team GB's astonishing velodrome success at the 2008 Beijing Olympics, which saw riders such as Chris Hoy, Victoria Pendleton and Bradley Wiggins take seven of the 10 gold medals on offer. *In the wake of the 2008 Games the small number of velodromes around the country saw trial ride sessions booked up for months*.