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David Byrne auctions bicycle for charity
Published Wednesday, Aug 12 2009, 17:14 BST | By Mayer Nissim
Rex Features
The former Talking Heads frontman placed the folding bike on eBay and will give proceeds of the sale to a UK-based cycling charity.
Byrne said: "It's well-made, though not as lightweight as some. I just rode it all around Roma, and no problems - but watch out for those scooters!
"If I were a sentimental guy, it would hold sentimental value - but for me personally, it would be nicer if that sentimental value were transferred to cash money that will be donated to the London Cycling Campaign, an appropriate cause."
The campaign's chief executive Koy Thomson added: "David Byrne reflects the intimacy of the link between city and cycle. He shows us the next step in human urban evolution towards pedal power. The cycle frees the mind and body."
Bidding on the bicycle, which is due to end on August 16, has currently surpassed £950.
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