British Association of Ski Patrollers

Many of you may have heard about the cyclist who was in trouble round the coast road from Applecross to Shieldaig during the Cycle Sportif on the Bealach Na Ba. A report from Hands on Events said "We are pleased to confirm that the cyclist airlifted from the event at the weekend has undergone an operation to clear a blocked artery and a full recovery is anticipated.We would like to express our thanks to the two doctors and the unknown cyclist who administered the initial CPR. The quick thinking and professional skills of these people contributed to this positive outcome. We are also grateful for the decisiveness of Torridon MRT and skill of the Stornaway Coastguard who ensured the quick evacuation of the casualty to Broadford Hospital."

The unknown cyclist was a man who had recently done a BASP first aid course, he was pleased that his training had helped to save this cyclist's life.