Inspiration & stories

Family cycling inspiration

The reason that we first set up Cycle Sprog was to help other parents to start cycling with their young children.  We didn’t have any role models, and found it very difficult knowing how, where, when and what to do!

Over the years we’ve met loads of other cycling families, and we never fail to be inspired by what other Cycle Sprogs are up to.

We really hope that these articles will make you want to leap on your bikes and start pedalling – who knows where you’ll end up?

First family cycle ride of 2013 almost ruined by a puncture

Our first family cycle ride of 2013 – pirates and punctures

Our first family cycle rides of 2013 have been action packed – from pirates to punctures it’s been an eventful start to 2013!

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Not every day you get to meet a Paralympian!

An interview with Rik Waddon – Paralympic GB cyclist

We caught up with silver medal winning paralympic cyclist Rik Waddon recently to find out his thoughts on everything from inspiring the next generation of medallists to how many bikes one person really needs

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Youth mountain biking in North Wales

Family Mountain Biking in North Wales – Llandegla’s ‘Blue’ and ‘Green’ trails

Llandegla in North Wales is a great place to introduce your family to mountain biking. The Green and Blue routes are designed specifically with younger riders in mind

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T's new mode of transport - the FollowMe

FollowMe into the Forest – our adventures at Delamere Forest with the FollowMe Tandem

A last minute decision to get out on the bikes and enjoy the autumn sunshine

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Victor Recumbent Trike at the Quest 88 stand

Cycling adventures – a family day at the Birmingham NEC Cycle Show

We had a great time at The Cycle Show at the NEC – from BMX’s to balance bikes our boys saw it all

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family group in holland

family cycling holiday in Holland – a mum’s view

Ever wondered what it takes to take a family with 2 small children on a cycling holiday? Read on to find out…….

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