Inspiration

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!

I had no idea that Sunday rides with the cycling club were ‘a thing’ and I had no idea about group riding etiquette. In in the interests of keeping my new friends rather than being cast out into the wilderness I did some fast learning.

Sportives are brilliant - organised rides to allow you to challenge yourself on beautiful routes, either with existing mates or making new ones. But it's worth going in as prepared as possible, as Juliet found out...

As you may have noticed, adventure bikes are now very much a thing. But what are they good for? Are they a triumph of good marketing over substance, or could they actually change your life for the better? Juliet's been finding out...