WAHCC: State Jersey worn by Les, which he also wore it in Australia 1956 Olympics in Melbourne. Les was the youngest junior to trial in the track event.
WAHCC: Les Winning the Swansea to Perth road race in 1956. The finishing line was on high road Riverton, just outside the hotel.
WAHCC: FPACC Les Coussens receiving his sash for the 1956 Junior 15 Mile Un-paced Champion in 42 Min. Floret Park Official Reg Dovey far left.
WAHCC: Les Leading the pack in Swansea to Perth road race in 1956.This picture was taken facing east on high road Riverton, between Nicolson Rd and Willeri Drive
WAHCC: Les’s training partner David Patterson (Syd’s Brother) c1957
WAHCC: Big Cycling Team Leaves For Victoria
WAHCC: Yep, my colours are stuffed.
WAHCC: Les was know as the Rocket, hence the red motive he put on his leather helmet.
WAHCC: Claremont Speedway mates and Hall of famers, L to R, John Keogh, Kevin Owen, Les Coussens, Geoff Stanton, Denis Wilde.
WAHCC: These wheels were gifted to Les by his uncles for his 1956 Olympic trials in Melbourne. The five Martin brothers all rode competitively and there names pop up in many cycling events around WA.