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.

Back to school, back on the bike

The summer holidays are over, but the cycling adventures don't have to be! As a new school year begins, it's the perfect time to get ready for the cycle school run. We've compiled our recommendations for the best gear to get your kids to school, whatever the weather, from packable waterproofs to essential bike accessories.

Autumn is also a beautiful season for family bike rides, and it's the perfect time to visit a local pump track. Pump tracks are a fantastic way to build confidence and bike-handling skills, and they're a huge amount of fun!

The Bay Cycle Way - one of the many family cycle routes in Lancashire

Best family cycle routes in Lancashire

Lancashire has a huge number of places to get cycling with the family, with many canal and sea front rides suitable for all abilities, and more challenging MTB routes for older kids

Read more about Best family cycle routes in Lancashire
Kids guide to the Tour de France

Tour de France facts for kids – become an expert on the worlds greatest cycle race!

There are so many interesting facts and figures about Le Tour de France – how many do you know?

Read more about Tour de France facts for kids – become an expert on the worlds greatest cycle race!

Family Bike Adventures – Kendal Mountain Festival Spring 2021

Here’s the links Karen referred to in her talk about family cycling adventures for KMF

Read more about Family Bike Adventures – Kendal Mountain Festival Spring 2021
Room on the Broom Trail at Anglers Country Park, West Yorkshire

York Solar System Cycleway

Ever fancied cycling to Mars? You can – the York Solar System cycleway will take you on a ride that is out of this world!

Read more about York Solar System Cycleway
Photo of boy in Christiania cargo bike

How I started cycling with my 5 week old baby in a cargo bike

A cargo bike, such as the Christiania, together with a car seat, means you don’t have to give up cycling when your baby arrives

Read more about How I started cycling with my 5 week old baby in a cargo bike
Grandparents cycling on e-bikes

Four ways in which e-bikes are revolutionising family cycling

Have you ever considered how e-assist can help your family?

Read more about Four ways in which e-bikes are revolutionising family cycling