Livingston cyclist Josh Quigley who survived near-death horror crash receives new bike to complete round-the-world trip

Courageous Scottish endurance cyclist, Josh Quigley, has received a brand new bike after his was wrecked in a near-death horror crash last year.

On Wednesday, Josh visited bespoke bike company Shand in his hometown of Livingston to collect his new custom-built Stoater bike.

In December, on the final leg of his round-the-world trip, Josh was hit by a car travelling at 70mph in Texas while cycling the Trans-American leg of his journey shortly before Christmas.

An investigation has concluded and the driver will not be charged as it was an accident and not an intentional act.

Laura Smith, of the Texas Department of Public Safety, said: "He must have had an angel on his shoulder as this was a very serious accident."

Josh flew home at the end of January following six weeks of recovery in the United states but has already set his sights on returning to America in April to complete the final 2,000 miles of the journey. His plans to finish at Edinburgh Castle.

His new bike, named ‘Robert the Bruce 2’ features a dynamo and USB charger and was made by Shand, which manufactures and assembles hand-built, bespoke bikes from its workshop in Livingston, Josh’s hometown.

Josh said: “If all goes to plan this will be the bike that I finish cycling around the world on and I look forward to getting back out there when my rehabilitation is complete.

“I never once doubted I would finish this challenge after the crash and when I’m fit and well, we’ll go out there and finish what we started.”

Dean McQuade, Manufacturing Operations Manager, Shand Cycles said: “Given Josh’s connection to Livingston, we approached him to see if he would be interested in completing the ride on one of our custom-made bikes.

“We’re delighted Josh took up our offer and admire his courage in restarting the journey following the terrifying crash. We wish him the best of luck.”