Is a gravel bike slower than a road bike?

Someone recently asked me whether my gravel bike was slower than my road bike. That is not an easy question to answer. When it comes to cycling, there are many different types of bikes to choose from, each with its own advantages and disadvantages.  Two popular choices are the road bike and the gravel bike, … Continue reading Is a gravel bike slower than a road bike? →

Pedalling for the Planet: The Environmental Benefits of Cycling

Greenhouse gas emissions by sector, 2020 Cycling is a sustainable, eco-friendly mode of transportation that offers numerous environmental benefits.  From reducing carbon emissions to easing traffic congestion, cycling is an effective way to improve our planet's health.  In this post, I will explore cycling's environmental benefits and discuss its role in sustainable transportation. One of … Continue reading Pedalling for the Planet: The Environmental Benefits of Cycling →

How to improve your cycling endurance in limited time

If you are a cyclist who wants to improve your endurance, but you don't have a lot of time to train, you might be wondering what are the best ways to achieve your goal. Endurance is the ability to sustain a high level of effort for a long period of time, and it is essential … Continue reading How to improve your cycling endurance in limited time →

Truths About Cycling Safety in the UK: What the UK Government 2023 Report Reveals

Cycling has grown in popularity as a sustainable and health-conscious mode of transport. However, cyclists remain among the most vulnerable road users, exposed to significant risks. The Department for Transport’s 2023 factsheet [add link] on road casualties involving pedal cyclists provides a detailed analysis of collision trends, casualty patterns, and key risk factors over nearly … Continue reading Truths About Cycling Safety in the UK: What the UK Government 2023 Report Reveals →

A sort history of the greatest bike race in the world

The Tour de France is one of the world's most famous and prestigious cycling events. It is a gruelling race that covers over 2,000 miles in three weeks, taking cyclists through the mountains and across the countryside of France. The Tour de France has a rich, complex history and has changed many times since its … Continue reading A sort history of the greatest bike race in the world →

Why Cyclists Should Use Daytime Lights

You probably know the importance of using lights at night if you're a cyclist.  But did you know that using lights during the day can also make you safer and more visible on the road?  In this blog post, I'll explain why cyclists should use daytime lights and which lights work best in different situations. … Continue reading Why Cyclists Should Use Daytime Lights →

Which is harder, Zwift or the real world?

Virtual cycling on Zwift has become increasingly popular in recent years, providing an immersive and engaging way to ride a bike indoors.  However, one of the striking differences between virtual cycling on Zwift and cycling in the real world is the amount of power required to achieve the same speeds.  I will explore some of … Continue reading Which is harder, Zwift or the real world? →