Naked Cyclists Calendar, to raise funds for the North West Air Ambulance

I was approached recently by a local mountain biker who wanted to produce a charity calendar to raise funds for the North West Air Ambulance.
Needing a photographer, he tweeted a request for local assistance and, following a reply asking for more information, I volunteered my services.
Over the last few weeks we have had a load of fun with a few very brave people, who have also volunteered to help, but for them it meant disrobing in the interests of producing some humorous/arty photographs to use in the calendar.

We have a Facebook page where people can follow the progress, and see some of the teaser pictures: HERE

To pre-order/subsequently order  a copy of the calendar, CLICK HERE

Just to give you a feel for where we were aiming with the photographs, here is a selection of the practise-runs, prior to shooting the actual calendar images.

We started off on Blackstone Edge on a foggy Sunday afternoon...

Then in Healey Dell the following Sunday afternoon...

All under the watchful eye of Leon, the organiser...

Then it was the turn for the girls...

...and Leon wished he was girl so he could ride a bike as cute as this one.

Dave at Cycle Addicts in Rochdale, agreed to pose as well...

A couple of special people to be included...
1. Anthony, while riding at Lee Quarry, he took tumble which left him unconscious, with a dislocated shoulder, and a couple of broken bones. Due to the remote location, Anthony had to be airlifted out by the North West Air Ambulance, and is a particularly pertinent inclusion in the calendar, as he can personally vouch for the services of the amazing people who run the NWAA service.

2. Gaz, known as the 39-stone cyclist.. an amazing, inspiration of a man...
Gary Brennan (Gaz), a man with a story of personal achievement that inspires many, and leaves most of us standing. Follow his story here: http://thecycleoflife.co.uk/
Gary agreed to pose for the calendar, and this is just further testimony of his progress in life. Please follow his blog, and follow him on twitter: @39stonecyclist. You will be inspired!

Thanks for looking, and please support a very worthwhile cause by ordering a copy, using the link above.

Tags: Photography Rochdale, charity calendar, naked cycling, naked cyclists.