By Jonathan Kennett, et al. Warwick Dalton - The Lone Eagle, is the fourth title in the New Zealand Cycling Legends series. A leading figure in 1950s as cycling in New Zealand entered a golden era amidst post-war patriotism and economic good times.
Warwick Dalton's extensive career led him to victory in both amateur and professional races, in New Zealand and overseas. A remarkable all-rounder, Dalton won 11 New Zealand track titles as well as the North Island Dulux Six-Day Tour, the Taranaki Round-the-Mountain and the Tour of Southland (three times). Dalton took greatest pride in overseas events such as victory in the 4-up kilo pursuit at the World Revenge Series, claiming the green jersey throughout the Tour of Britain and winning the final stage in the Tour of Sweden.
