Cycling at the 2012 Summer Paralympics

Track cycling was held in London Velopark from 30 August to 2 September, and road cycling took place at Brands Hatch from September 5 to September 8.

[1] Cyclists are given a classification depending on the type and extent of their disability.

The classification system allows cyclists to compete against others with a similar level of function.

Cycling classes are:[2] For each of the events below, medals are contested for one or more of the above classifications.

223 cyclists from 48 nations including 37 guides from 20 selected nations competed.

two women riding a tandem bicycle. The one in front, who is sighted, is acting as the pilot, while the second rider powers the bike.
A tandem bicycle, with Stephanie Morton acting as Felicity Johnson's pilot.