Author archive for samcam

  • Cycling Tips for riding in the Rain!

    By samcam on June 10, 2020
    In the UK, if putting in the hours on your bike is something you just can’t go without, riding in the rain will become part of the package. Love the challenge? Or simply just hate it, there are plenty of ways to prepare, survive and recover from cycling in the rain both for you and your bike. Your Clothing 1 […]
  • Why you should be getting back on your bike

    By samcam on June 1, 2020
    No matter who comes to mind, everyone was a beginner at some point, whether that was when they were 5 or dusting off your parents’ bikes that have been sitting in the garage for a year – you must start somewhere. As the summer is finally upon us, it’s time to get those bikes out and get on it. Whether […]
  • Be prepared. Cycling in the heat.

    By samcam on May 5, 2020
    As the weather is turning (finally) cycling becomes more difficult in the heat for some. While it is better than riding in the wet windy or cold, there are some things you need to consider. Cycling can be so enjoyable on a hot summer’s day, but your body needs to be prepared for it. Preparation is key. Here are the […]
  • Urban Limits Tour 2019

    By samcam on July 10, 2019
    Over the last week we have been on our Urban Limits 2019 Tour. You can see how we got on at the Wokingham Bikeathon and Wood plc here. Wednesday 3rd July. On Wednesday, we held an event at Maxis in Bracknell – A very modern site with several companies based there. It was an amazing event with competition over sites […]
  • Urban Limits Tour 2019

    By samcam on July 2, 2019
    This week we are doing events around Berkshire encouraging more sustainable travel and getting people on their bikes, but making it fun, as it should be. Sunday 30th June On Sunday we went to the 2019 Wokingham Bikeathon. An amazing event with hundreds of participants of all ages cycling around Wokingham. There are 2 rides, 35 miles or 15 miles. […]
  • Dublin’s initiative to improve cyclists’ routes

    By samcam on June 24, 2019
    Dublin are taking a step forward to increase the room for cyclists by cutting the use of private vehicles. While many places have cycle-lanes implemented (or maybe cycle lines may be more appropriate) it is not going to automatically improve the public making the switch of travelling by bike. Not if they do not feel safe. Dublin wants to become […]
  • Companies taking the initiative to encourage cycling to work

    By samcam on June 14, 2019
    Many companies across the globe are adopting various schemes which encourage people to cycle to work rather than driving; Saving money and reducing the impact on the environment. Cyclescheme is an example of one of the schemes adopted by employers to give an incentive to swap driving into work for cycling in. For example, some schemes offer a reduced rate […]
  • It’s Bike Week 2019!

    By samcam on June 8, 2019
      Bike Week 2019 – 8th to 16th June Bike Week is delivered by Cycling UK every year to encourage and to celebrate cycling. The aim of the week is to inspire people of all ages to get on their bikes and to adopt a fun and sustainable way of travelling. While there is so much negativity in the world, […]
  • #WorldBicycleDay – 3rd June

    By samcam on June 3, 2019
    Get on your bike to celebrate World Bicycle Day today! The 3rd of June is now recognised by the UN officially as World Bicycle Day to celebrate the benefits of cycling in everyday life, a sustainable mode of transport which also has proven benefits to physical and mental health. Sustainability of travel is vital. 37 out of 43 UK regions […]