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?

Cycle Sprog's most popular articles

Here at Cycle Sprog we help thousands of families each week find the information they need about kids bikes and cycling together as a family.

We've got hundreds of articles on the website, and we do hope you enjoy browsing them, but if you're in a hurry these are our most popular articles that will get you started.

Winter cycling adventures await!

The temperatures have dropped and the mornings are frosty, but that doesn’t mean family cycling has to go into hibernation. With cosy layers, dependable lights and a bit of forward planning, you can keep riding right through the winter months.

We’ve gathered our best tips and trusted gear recommendations to help you stay warm, dry and visible on every ride — from icy school runs and festive weekend outings to energetic laps at the local park. Winter cycling can be brilliant fun, and we’re here to help you make the most of it!

Luma the Trail Dog

Going Nowhere – Luna the trail dog

Like a lot of 11 year olds Luna the trail dog spends a lot of time waiting for her grown up!

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Family Cycling Podcast - Winter Episode 2021

Family Cycling Podcast – Winter Cycling

How to stay warm and dry when out cycling with your kids this winter

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All ages take part in the Blackpool Ride the Lights

Blackpool Ride the Lights – a once a year delight for all the family

For about 4 hours, Blackpool Promenade becomes the greatest cycle-way on Earth – the family friendly, fun-filled Blackpool Ride the Lights

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Individual time trial

Kids Guide to Time Trial Cycle Racing

Find out all about how Time Trial cycle races work in our Kids Guide To Time Trialling – What it entails, how do you win etc.

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Mountain Biking - Kids guide

Kids Guide to Mountain Bike Racing

All the information you need to learn about mountain bike racing – what it entails, rules, bikes used, where it takes place etc.

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Isla Rowntree, founder of Islabikes

Interview: Isla Rowntree has imagined the future of kids bikes

Isla Rowntree has a dream – to change the way kids bikes are made. She told Cycle Sprog why the Imagine Project is so important for our children’s future

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