Inspiration

Take a glimpse at social media right now and you may well come across the hashtag #crossisboss. But exactly what is everyone talking about?

Juliet's just finished her first season. "Racing bikes is nothing short of a high so with the season all wrapped up and no more fixed crits until next April I'm feeling something akin to withdrawal."

Watch VeloVixen's own Fran Whyte, a seasoned cyclocross fanatic, explain how cyclocross could be your answer to staying year-round cycling fit - and why it's just plain fun!

Most of us like a challenge. But with that often comes nerves and pre-event anxiety. How do you strike a balance and channel those feelings into doing your best - and even enjoying the event?!

Juliet is used to short, fast-paced, competitive rides - that's where she thrives. Until now. So as an experienced cyclist, how will she be preparing to ride from Lands End to John O'Groats?

Last weekend I was lucky enough to be a guest of ŠKODA at the epic that is RideLondon - Surrey 100. From route to food, drinks, mechanical assistance and more, the folks behind the cycling extravaganza ensured that the only thing we had to do was pedal, what luxury!

On May 21st 2017, we hosted our first VeloVixen Women's Cycling Day at our place, just outside Oxford. Would anybody come? After all, when you have a house party, you can never be sure... Find out if they did.

There are so many brilliant reasons to give racing a go as a woman - and Juliet's been through from beginner to seasoned pro. What have you got to lose?

Pawing the ground: Juliet's race no.8   The world is full of inequality. Women are paid less than men, some people starve whilst others grow ...