Tag: Cycling

Having an accident while on your bike is not a situation cyclists want to find themselves in. In 2022 over 15,000 cyclists were involved in crashes and accidents in the UK, according to the Department for Transport. Whilst it’s the last thing you want to be involved in, being prepared can help prioritise your safety […]

Velodrome cycling, also called track cycling, is a great way to enhance your overall fitness and wellbeing. Combining physical exercise with mental stimulation and social interaction, it can be challenging but immensely rewarding.   Anyone can cycle on a velodrome, but it’s essential to follow the rules and guidelines set by the facility. Some velodromes […]

Cycling in London can be a daunting prospect. Lethal cars, aggressive bus drivers, craters for potholes and swathes of pedestrians looking down at their phones willing to step into the road at any moment. Never mind the thought that route planning is near impossible without local knowledge or assistance.   The London 2012 Olympics had […]

All over the world, almost everywhere you look, you’ll see people riding bicycles and enjoying all the benefits of cycling in their lives. You’ll see them in the Alps and the Pyrenees in the Tour de France; in your town or city, ridden by commuters and schoolkids in the rush hour; in parks and cycleways […]

If you’ve ever watched the Tour de France during the summer, and wondered if there was a British equivalent, then there’s a nationwide race out there just for you. The Tour of Britain may not have the global appeal or recognition of its sister race across the Channel, but it’s a race that is steeped […]

It seems strange to think that one of the biggest sporting events on the planet was founded to sell more copies of a newspaper. But as all the Tour de France winners still living will tell you, it’s true.   The idea of a bike race across the length and breadth of France was the […]

Lake Garda provides some of the most stunning views anywhere in Italy, and so it’s no surprise that it’s a popular destination for cyclists from all over Europe and beyond.   As the largest lake in Italy, it has a little bit of everything: towns, villages, historical sites, beaches, mountains and much more. Add in […]

Easiest place to reach   Every year the final stage of Le Tour is in Paris which is often the easiest and quickest place for Brits to reach. Eurostar from London to Paris takes just over 2 hours, which means that for many it is feasible to get to the race and back in a […]

A recent report carried out by World Travel Market Global Trends showed that cycling holidays are growing at the expense of golfing breaks. According to the report, golf’s target market – affluent middle-aged males, are ditching the golf clubs and moving towards cycling as their preferred leisure activity. Many who previously chose to spend a […]

So, you know that they love cycling but what do you buy for them? Whether you are looking for a top market item as that perfect present for a loved one who loves cycling or a stocking filler for a bike fan, here is a top 10 of Christmas gifts for bike lovers.   ABOUT […]