Maurice Burton set up De Ver Cycling Club in the late 1980’s alongside his shop based in Streatham, London. Maurice was the first black British Champion. Such was the racial prejudice in the sport at the time he was booed as he crossed the line. In spite of inspiring his team to a British record in the team pursuit a year later Maurice was not even considered for that event when the squad was selected for the 1976 Montreal Olympics. Maurice’s vision was to increase the accessibility of the sport to all sections of the community irrespective of race, gender or background. Team De Ver Cycling Club has achieved Maurice’s dream. It has gained a reputation of being an inclusive and welcoming club for everyone whatever their level of ability.