Scottish Cycling is deeply saddened to hear of the passing of Gerry McDaid, who was the president of Scottish Cycling between 1992 and 1996 and a popular member of Glasgow Nightingale CC.

Gerry was a hugely influential figure in cycling, a UCI Commissaire and tutor - and was also one of the very first UCI anti-doping inspectors, testing riders at races such as the Tour de France.

Originally from Glasgow, he started cycling in the Bellisle Cycling Club and soon became well-known and respected to many across the world for his work and dedication. His exceptional service to the sport put his name in the British Cycling Hall of Fame.

Alasdair MacLennan, Scottish Cycling President:

“Scottish Cycling has a lot to thank Gerry for; when somebody needed help he was never far behind to offer a hand. He was not only one of the world’s top Commissaires, but also spent time on the board of British Cycling, the UCI Management committee and of course had the role of Scottish Cycling president. He helped the sport at all levels and did it with a smile every time. He will be sorely missed. Our thoughts are with his family and friends at this time.”

Funeral details are as follows:

Wednesday 30th November, 10am at St Aidan's RC Church, Tower Road, Johnstone and then 11am at

Woodside Crematorium, Paisley. Thereafter to Canal Station Restaurant, Paisley.

If you, or anyone you know, are planning to attend all, or part, of the service, would you please be good enough to let David Miller know by emailing david@wallacehill.freeserve.co.uk. The funeral directors and caterers have asked for an idea of numbers and any such information would be helpful.