Cycling

London has always had a strong cycling culture. From weekday commuters flowing through cycle lanes at sunrise to weekend riders clocking laps in the parks, the city runs on two wheels more than ever before. And each year, the calendar fills up with cycling events that bring together seasoned athletes, charity fundraisers, casual riders, and […]

Riding a bike in London is a joy most of the year until the rain hits. One moment you’re enjoying a calm morning ride along the Thames, and the next, you’re drenched, your brakes squealing, and your wheels sending sprays of water up your legs. For many cyclists, rain is more than an inconvenience; it’s

City cycling is a different experience from riding through quiet countryside lanes. Urban roads are busier, surfaces are rougher, and the weather rarely cooperates. From potholes and curbs to rain-soaked streets and sudden stops at traffic lights, your bike works hard every single day. That is why regular maintenance is not just helpful it is

There is something quietly magical about starting a ride in Greenwich and watching London slowly gather around you. The river leads the way, the skyline shifts with every mile, and the city reveals itself not all at once, but in layers. Cycling from Greenwich to central London is not just a commute or a weekend

London changes after dark. The rush softens, the skyline glows, and familiar streets take on a different rhythm. For many cyclists, nighttime is the most magical time to ride. The air feels calmer, traffic often thins out, and landmarks like Tower Bridge, Big Ben, and the South Bank shimmer under golden lights. But while cycling

London on a bicycle is never just London. The city shifts its mood, its manners, even its sounds depending on the hour you ride through it. Nowhere is this more obvious than when you compare the chaos of the morning rush with the strange calm of a midnight ride. Same streets, same traffic lights, same

Cycling in London has slowly shifted from being a fringe activity to a normal part of daily life. More cycle lanes line busy roads, more people commute by bike, and conversations around active travel are louder than ever. Yet, despite these changes, women remain underrepresented on London’s streets when it comes to cycling. This isn’t

The idea of cycling through London for the first time can feel both thrilling and slightly intimidating. This is a city where red buses glide past historic buildings, black cabs rule the roads with quiet confidence, and cyclists appear to flow through it all like a separate species who somehow know secrets you don’t. If

Morning: Waking Up with the City London doesn’t really wake up quietly. Even before the alarm goes off, there’s the distant hum of buses, the low rumble of trains, and the occasional siren cutting through the early air. For a cyclist, mornings begin with a quick glance outside. Rain or shine, cold or mild, the

Winter cycling in London is a very different experience from riding through the city in summer. The roads are wetter, the daylight disappears far too early, and the grime seems to build up on your bike almost overnight. Yet despite the cold fingers and grey skies, thousands of commuters keep riding through winter because cycling