This guest post is written by Lucy Bulkeley from Lucy’s Life & Bikes as she prepares for her first London Marathon, and first ever marathon too! Get on the ground tips from an everyday athlete taking on a huge 26 mile challenge. We’ll be checking in post marathon to see how she got on and her run-day recommendations. Long distance…
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Cyced has come a long way from where it began at the beginning of 2016. With continued support from our early days in Gloucestershire, we’ve not only expanded our local cycling hubs and blogs, but joined in celebrating the achievements of everyday athletes. I never anticipated or envisioned getting to here with Cyced’s personalised Strava artwork, having started writing the…
There’s more than one reason that we love cycling. From group rides, to exploring the countryside, to coffee and cake. But Strava is one of the bigger reasons I fell in love with the sport, and it may be the same for many of you. Asides from being able to analyse your ride data, what makes Strava so special? Taking…
It seems there’s always more ways to spend money on cycling, whether you’re upgrading bike parts or splashing out on some new gear. But let’s be honest, we can be a frivolous bunch, and a lot of us are happy to throw money at our hobby just to be that one bit better than our mates. But you don’t always…
There’s a good chance you’re on Instagram, and there’s also a good chance you’re a cyclist. The hashtag (#) acts as a way to not only tag your Instagram images, but also helps you get found. If you’re like me, you’ll want your pictures seen by a wider audience. I mean just look how clean my bike is! As a…
Exactly how long does it take to cycle 10 miles? It’s a question many new cyclists ask before setting out on their first ride or commute of this length. Having started out on an old mountain bike in the Spanish hills, it took me on average 10.5 miles an hour as seen in the first image. Fast forward 1.5 years…
Where do you even start when it comes to purchasing big ticket items such as a turbo trainer? There are so many individual factors, brands, and models to take into consideration that it can become an overwhelming task. Not to worry though, we’ve gone out and done some research to make this whole process that little bit easier. Below you’ll…
We’re lucky to live in a time where cycling is quickly rising in popularity. Where there is a place for everyone in the sport; from the professionals pushing the limits of their body, to those of us commuting by bike.It is the freedom of two wheels that keeps us going back. “Ride a bike. Ride a bike. Ride a bike”…
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