Inspiration

Ever wished riding uphill was easier? That dream may soon be a reality thanks to Uphillium, a collection of helium filled bikepacking bags that makers Solo Air estimate should make any bike up to 20% lighter.

As we all adjust to the new Era of the Coronavirus, here's what we're doing to keep you and us safe, and navigate out the other end intact.

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.

Few of us are immune to liquid temptations. And when we find ourselves a little too 'tempted', the results can be miserable.

Catherine is a cycling obsessed nutritionist: here are her tips to avoid overdoing it - and resolve things when it happens.

To believe the media, cyclists and drivers are warring tribes, constantly at each others' throats. But many (most?) of us are cyclists and drivers. We want to find a way to bridge the gap...

How are you sleeping?

If the answer is not too well, or you just aren’t getting enough sleep, this could be part of the reason that's holding you back from achieving your goals...

Ever pine for a good old-fashioned, wind-in-your-hair, I-don't-care pedal? Or feeling pressure to 'achieve' something each time you go out?

Perhaps, says positive change expert Jeni, you should focus more on just enjoying it...here's how.

The gut is vital to our wellbeing - as you'll have discovered if you've ever had a problem with yours. Catherine is qualified to help yours work better, on and off the bike...

We all know that exercise benefits our physical health but what about our mental health? Recent research has shown that two-thirds of people spend less than an hour per day outside during autumn and winter. There's never been a better time to get out on your bike!

We all crave foods that we know we 'shouldn't'. As a cyclist and a nutritionist, Catherine's better positioned than most of us to cut to the truth - and it's not all bad!

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!

The UK's not famous for blazing heat. When the mercury passes 20c we're prone to flapping about as though we're living in the Jordan desert. Fans and paddling pools sell out, and public fountains are gridlocked.

So when real heat hits, what do us cyclists do? Don't worry, we can help...