From Commuters to Competitors: How Much Does It Cost to Be a Cyclist in 2026?

Posted on June 8, 2026 at 9:17 am by The Insurance Emporium

As with any hobby, the more you get into it, they more ‘gear’ you seem to acquire and cycling is no exception. Fresh analysis from The Insurance Emporium reveals that cyclists are increasingly protecting not just their bikes but thousands of pounds’ worth of kit, including gadgets and accessories. This growing investment reflects a wider […]

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CYCLING WITH BENEFITS – THE PROS AND CONS OF ELECTRIC BIKES

Posted on August 22, 2025 at 4:22 pm by The Insurance Emporium

Electric bike silhouette at sunset.

Here in the UK, bicycle sales have been falling in the last five years, after peaking during the COVID-19 pandemic, but at the same time, electric bike sales have been on the rise, with a 5% expected increase between 2024 and 2025. As cities and town planners try to find sustainable alternatives to cars, electric […]

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Highway To Hell – The World’s Most Treacherous Bike Trails

Posted on September 5, 2023 at 4:51 pm by The Insurance Emporium

If you’re a fair-weather cyclist who enjoys weekend jaunts in the countryside or along the great British coastline, then you may not have come across some of the world’s most treacherous cycling trails before.  You know, the type of trails that are for the ultimate mountain bike adrenaline junkies, pushing their skill and ability to […]

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