Cycling Tips
‘Be Cycle Light Conscious’ When Riding At Night
All cyclists are aware of the dangers of cycling at night without appropriate illumination or reflective gear, but what about being over-illuminated? If you are currently searching for road bikes in the West Midlands, remember to invest in an appropriate bike lamp while shopping and to use it and your bike correctly, to avoid what …
Winter Cycling Season Top Tips
Now that autumn has officially set in and winter isn’t far behind, it’s time to turn your attention to getting the most from your bicycle between now and February. Riding your bike on UK roads in winter can be refreshing but there are potentially more hazards to be aware of. We’ve put together some top …
Sort Out Your High Vis This Autumn
If you have got the best BMX bikes the West Midlands has to offer, then you may have been frustrated of late. With the nights drawing in you may have found that you are less able to get out on your bike than you have wanted to recently. It is always important to wear high …
8 Top Tips For Cycling At Night
Now that autumn is here and winter is well and truly on the way, you need to prioritise safety when out and about on your UK hybrid bikes. The mornings and evenings are growing darker by the day so you have to make sure you’ve taken all necessary precautions if you’re going to be on …
Students Welcomed At University With Bike Tours
Durham University is offering a great way for new students to get to know the city – taking them on bike tours to settle them into their new surroundings and help them get their bearings. The Northern Echo reported on the UniCycle walking and cycling scheme, which is designed to help new students get to …
Innovative New Bike Security System Launched
People who want the best BMX bikes the West Midlands has to offer will be pleased to hear that bike parking is about to improve. A new and innovative solution has been unveiled called the Shuffle Cycle, which uses LED lights to allow people to see if there are free docking spaces available for their …
DfT Announces Urgent Review Into Cycle Safety
Knowing the rules of the road when you hit the pavement on your West Midlands electric bikes is certainly wise if you’re to stay safe and also not be a danger to others. But it seems that a few changes may well be on the cards for cyclists in the UK, following numerous incidents involving …
How To Teach Your Child To Ride A Bike
One of the most important skills you can teach your children is how to ride a bike. It’s one of the first ways you can teach them a little independence so it’s certainly something you shouldn’t overlook unless you can help it. Here are a few tips to help your little ones get to grips …
Top Winter Gear For Cyclists
There’s no denying that the weather has got a little colder in recent weeks and we’re not far off the clocks going back and winter starting in earnest. If you regularly cycle, whether on your daily commute or for fun, you need to be prepared for the colder and wetter conditions that winter brings, so …
How To Prevent 3 Common Cycling Injuries
If you’re out on your West Midlands road bikes a lot, chances are you’ve already had an injury or two. The more exercise you do, the more likely it is that you’ll suffer a few aches and pains so you do need to know what to do to tackle the problem straightaway. Here are some …
