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Wise Words - Car FreeHow to use the car less, lower your carbon footprint, shop by bike and banish the car from the school run. more..

Wise Words - 33 Ways to Enjoy your CyclingThere are substantially more than 33 ways to make your riding more fun, but our resident guru Hugo Gladstone has hand-reared these 33 gems to stimulate your cycling gland. more..

Wise Words - RainA few common-sense musings on the subject of dealing with our national treasure - the rain. more..

Wise Words - Sweat Free CommutingCycling to work, especially during the summer months, can be a moist and humid affair if you do it wrong. However, I've honed it to a fine art, ensuring that no matter whether my employer has showering facilities or not, I ( or more importantly, my colleagues) have not had to endure the horror of a pungent day in the office. more..

Wise Words - Essential MaintenanceEssential get you home knowledge for all kinds of riders. more..

Wise Words - Multimodal Commuting"What's that?", you may ask. Well, its simply getting to work combining a number of different transport modes. Think of the movie Trains, Planes and Automobiles without the dramas and you're not a million miles away. Ok, bad example... more..

Wise Words - Child Carrying SolutionsIt's one of the unexpected challenges of having a large and still young family - how to get all of you out on the bike together. I know that it is possible. Having been to India and witnessed the local extreme sport of balancing an entire family on one bicycle, I know that our own equation of 'four children + two adults + two bikes' should really = 'cycling anywhere we want, whenever we want'.

Wise Words - Ride in Normal ClothesCyclist in normal clothes shocker! Can you do it? Yes you can. How to achieve that bike/life blend with tips on clothes that'll work on the bike and look good off. Plus tips on bikes that'll help you live the dream.

Wise Words - TyresKnobs or not? Hard or soft? Does size really matter? These questions and more answered, if you want to know about tyres, that is.

Wise Words - Cycle SecurityYou don't need a guard dog to look after your bike. All you need are some Wise Words. Choose the right bike, bolt everything down, choose the right lock and the right place to park and you won't go too far wrong.

Wise Words - Folding BikesLooking for a bike that’ll collapse in seconds into a package that will fit in a car boot or train luggage rack, yet will effortlessly and efficiently take you to work and beyond? You're looking for a folding bike.

Wise Words - Absolute BeginnersSome top tips to get you started on two wheels. Buy the right bike, make it fit and get the accessories to make your cycling a breeze.

Wise Words - Staying Safe10 common sense things that you can do to stay safe, allowing you to relax and enjoy your cycling more.

Wise Words - How to ride your bike moreMaking that 'car keys or bike helmet' choice that much easier. Make every day a cycling opportunity with this handy fistful of top tips.

Wise Words - CommutingBite size words of wisdom from bike commuters honed on the daily grind. Tips on bikes, riding, load carrying and more

Wise Words - Where to RideGot a bike but stuck for ideas on where to pedal? Here's our guide on where to ride and how to find fun new rides in your area.

Wise Words - Teach the Kids to RideYou know the phrase 'it's just like riding a bike'. If only teaching your kids was that simple. Here's one man's tale of how he approached the thorny subject.

Wise Words - MicrotouringExperience the distilled essence of cycle touring in a way that fits in with a busy life.

Wise Words - NumbersHere's a handy list of thought provoking numbers gathered from a variety of cycling sources. Impress your friends with cycling lore!

Wise Words - Cycle TouringGoing on a tour can be one of the most liberating things you do on a bike. Once you've done a few of them, planning a trip and knowing what to take will be child's play. But for relative newcomers, preparing for a tour can seem daunting. Here are a few tips to help you through the steps.

Wise Words - Clean your BikeTop tips on the easiest and fastest way to make a pro-job of cleaning your bike, A clean bike is a happy bike and we'll show you that it doesn't take long to give your bike a proper pamper.

Wise Words - A Dozen Ways to Greener Cycling12 ways to lower your carbon tyre print, from long term love to olive oil...

Wise Words - Cycling and HealthFor those in the know, it's a no-brainer that cycling is good for you and good for the planet. Here's a rundown of just a few of the health benefits of cycling, to give you some ammo for those grouches in the office who say, "Cycling? I don't know why you bother". Also you'll find some great simple training tips.

Wise Words - Family CyclingCycling with your family can be really rewarding if you do it right. With the right kit and the right attitude, it can be a one way ticket to healthier days out. Check out our wise words and submit your own

Wise Words - Off RoadGetting into mountain biking for the first time can be daunting - it's all too easy to buy a heavy, short-lived bike that appears to have 'all the kit.' But don't despair, help is at hand.

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