Inspiration

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...

We all get tired on a bike. And most of us get tired day to day as well. What if we told you there's a cycling nutritionist who has some answers...?

Hill climbs can be the bane of a cyclist's life. Miserable, painful experiences that you can't wait to end. But get it right and they can be uplifting, invigorating and inspirational.

As one of the top cyclists in the world, riding 100km is less of a problem for Tiffany Cromwell than most of us! But she has some brilliant tips we can all use to get there.

Cycling shorts can make or break your ride - and your whole experience of cycling. But there's more to it than simply throwing on any old pair - that can do more harm than good...

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.

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...

Once upon a time, sleeveless tops for cyclists were frowned upon. Then people woke up and realised how great they could be for hot - or indoor - cycling!

For many years, ASSOS of Switzerland was one of the most respected names in cycling. The only catch, from a female cycling perspective, was their notoriously... how would you say?... 'traditional' approach to marketing their women's kit. Then in 2016, everything changed.

We all know that cycling broadens your horizons physically and geographically. But it can also work wonders on your attitude and mental wellbeing well beyond the bike...

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...