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Tributes Paid to Cyclist Iain McTavish Following Fatal Accident in Inverclyde
Iain McTavish, a dedicated member of the Johnstone Wheelers Cycling Club, has tragically died after a collision involving a car and three cyclists on the A8 Glasgow Road, between Port Glasgow and Langbank, on the evening of Tuesday, September 8. The incident occurred around 7:10 PM, and emergency services pronounced the 46-year-old dead at the scene.
McTavish was participating in a training ride with fellow cyclists at the time of the accident. He has been remembered as a “vital member” of the Scottish Cycling community and a “stalwart” in the sport in Renfrewshire. Known for his achievements in cycling, McTavish recently secured second place in the Glasgow Track League for the 2025/2026 season.
In addition to McTavish, two other male cyclists, aged 37 and 27, were transported to hospital for treatment following the crash. The driver of a blue Ford C-Max Zetec, aged 33, was also taken to hospital but has since been released.
The Johnstone Wheelers Cycling Club has expressed its deep sorrow on social media, stating, “We’re all reeling from the awful news… Iain McTavish was killed… This will take a long time to sink in and process, but we are devastated at the loss of one of cycling’s good guys.”
A spokesperson for Scottish Cycling expressed similar sentiments, highlighting McTavish’s role as a reliable presence at events and his positive influence on the cycling community. They stated, “Iain was the only person to have attended every round of Track League last year and stood as rider rep on their committee.”
Police Scotland has reported that investigations are ongoing to determine the full circumstances surrounding the collision. The A8 has since reopened to traffic. Further updates regarding this incident are anticipated as the inquiry continues.
