“Yes, maybe it’s the first time the headliner has shown up on a bike, but I do use my bike to get around in London when l get the chance and have turned up at the BBC on a bike before, although the Commissioners were a bit surprised as they are too used to seeing limos! These are great causes, I am only sorry that due to our tour schedule l can’t do more of the ride, and hope our fans will support our efforts. I look forward to a day off after the ride seeing some great bands before we go into full Maiden action on the Saturday, with every intention of giving the fans a memorable show. Download and Metal fans are the best there are, so everyone expects something very special.” - bruce Dikinson talks about doing a charity bicycle ride to the Download Festival, as part of the Heavy Metal Truants entourage. They raising money for Teenage Cancer Trust, Childline and Nordoff Robbins Music Therapy. To make a donation, goto www.heavymetaltruants.com