Inspiration

Are you hearing the distant call of your bicycle? It may be an unfamiliar sound, but it's surely out there, a siren call speaking to you from your...

Setting yourself a big challenge is a great way to motivate yourself to increased fitness, becoming a better cyclist and a huge sense of euphoria and pride. But this year I'm focusing on something more subtle. And it needs a little imagination and sparkle.

Looking for easy wins in the quest to become a better cyclist? Gemma has some answers for you. Much as we love cycling, we're especially keen on no.10!

When Jeni signed up for her first cycling holiday it was a bit of a gamble. Little did she anticipate the adventure it would become... or the smiles it would bring.

What is it about the humble cycling cap? Surely a cap is a cap is a cap? How can a simple piece of elasticated peaked cotton stir up such emotions and evangelising amongst purist cyclists?

"My overwhelming emotion recently has been the feeling of belonging." Jeni is living proof of just how cycling can become a bedrock of social interaction and happiness way beyond the bike itself.

Jeni Sanderson is an expert in positive psychology - and we all know how crucial that can be on your bike. Here's how to get the best out of yourself, both in cycling and beyond...

I’m not sure that making yourself feel bad is necessarily the best start to a year, so how about making a resolution that has nothing to do with deprivation and everything to do fun?

Managing work, family, chores and time on the bike is a fine juggling act. When life gets busy, stress levels ramp up or time is short it can be easy for exercise and recreation to slip down our list of priorities. Juliet Elliott should know...

So, you’ve taken the plunge and finally signed up to a cycling event. Kirsty shares her top tips on what to wear during your first organised ride.

If you’re looking to upgrade your old bike or make the very most out of a new investment these are the best value bike upgrades that make give the biggest increase in cycling performance