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Introducing Clara and Matt

September 17, 2019

Our newest ambassadors Clara and Matt are a doctor-teacher duo who have quit their jobs (for now) for the adventure of a lifetime.

Dave and Hazel's Mont Ventoux challenge

August 02, 2019

We've all heard of people cycling up Mont Ventoux...but three times in a row?! Dave and Hazel are tackling a truly mad challenge to raise money to fight against CVID.

Introducing Fiona and Lucy: Weekend Warriors

July 05, 2019

This pair are pros at packing cycling adventures into their annual leave: whether it's a weekend in Scotland or a couple of weeks in Italy. Truly inspiring Weekend Warriors!

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Our Favorite 4th of July Races & Rides

June 27, 2019

July 4th is the perfect day to get out for a cycle, and celebrate the holiday! Find out our favourite American races and rides to enjoy with your family and friends this year.

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Beginners Guide to Bike Lights

June 04, 2019

Bike lights are vital to cyclist safety, as well as being a legal requirement! We break down the types of bike lights and how to choose the right ones.

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Beginners Guide to Cycling Shoes

May 21, 2019

An easy to follow guide to different types of cycling shoes and how to choose the right pair for you.

Beginners Guide to Cycling Clothing

May 15, 2019

Find out the basics of cycling clothing and what you should wear in different weathers and conditions.

Introducing Percy: Gap Year Cycle Tourist

May 10, 2019

Our newest ambassador Percy is spending his gap year cycling across the world! We caught up with him whilst mid way through his 18,000km cycling tour journey!

Introducing Ailie and Dave

April 05, 2019

Our new ambassadors Ailie and Dave are spending the next couple of months cycling in Japan. Join our Weekend Warmup mailing list to follow along!

Say Hello: Route Mode

December 03, 2018

We get it. Exploring is good fun, but sometimes you just need to get from A to B. With our new Route Mode, a great route is just a couple of taps away.

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Brrrrr! It is getting chilly. As the nights draw in and the temperature drops, getting out cycling feels less and less appealing...but all you need is the right gear and you'll be happily cycling all winter long.

Tom putnam winter touring London to Bruges

Guest Post: Winter Touring to Bruges

November 30, 2018

Who ever said that cycle touring was only a summer time thing? Our co-founder Tom and his friends prove that a winter cycling and camping trip is still great fun.

Finding Solace in the Saddle: A Solo Trip Around Europe

November 23, 2018

With new-found power in her thighs and well-earned resilience up her sleeve, our ambassador Mieke spent the summer solo-cycling across Europe for three months.

Postcard from the Pamir Highway

November 02, 2018

Our ambassadors Jayne and Sam give us a glimpse of their cycle down one of the Silk Road's most challenging segments: the Pamir Highway.

Beginner's Guide: Track Cycling

October 17, 2018

Ever wondered what it would feel like to whizz around a velodrome à la Olympics? Mark and Marc have given it a go and would recommend it 100 percent. Here are their top tips.

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Beginner's Guide: Cycle Touring

October 05, 2018

Thinking of cycle touring but not sure where to start? Our Community Manager Kate went on her first cycle tour this summer (from London to Paris via Brittany and Normandy) and shares triumphs, tribulations and tips from the journey.

Beginner's Guide: Peloton Spinning

September 28, 2018

We're trying new things for September and have kicked off a beginner's guide series. First stop, Peloton spinning!

The Three Peaks Challenge...by Bike!

September 21, 2018

As if climbing the 3 biggest mountains in England, Wales and Scotland wasn't hard enough, our intrepid ambassador Lucas and his friend Jake decided to cycle the 430 miles in between them. Managing to pick the only 5 days of rain in the British heatwave, he put Beeline to the test. We're in total awe!