Riding High – 8 of the Best Mountain Bike Trails in the UK
Here in the UK we’re spoilt for choice when it comes to exciting mountain bike trails and there are miles of accessible routes out there that offer something for everyone; from adrenalin-fuelled downhill rides full of technical challenges, to gentle cross-country routes that give you time to take in the scenery, all surrounded by stunning […]
RIDE AND JOY – THE BEST UK CITIES FOR CYCLING
Cycling has always been popular in the UK; in 2023 approximately 7.4 million people took part in some form of cycling, whether for sport, leisure or travel and it’s not hard to see why. For example, cycling is a great way to keep fit and active and there are many benefits to cycling to work; […]
DEBUNKING THE MYTHS – IS IT ILLEGAL TO CYCLE ON THE PAVEMENT?
Cycling is a popular form of transport; whether you’re doing it as a form of exercise, heading out and about with the family, or cycling to work. But there can be some confusion when it comes to the rules surrounding cycling; often people are unclear about what’s legal and what’s not, and recently there have […]
Highway To Hell – The World’s Most Treacherous Bike Trails
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 […]
GET A HANDLE ON HOW TO PREVENT BIKE THEFT
THE IMPORTANCE OF BIKE THEFT PREVENTION The beauty of cycling is that it’s accessible for many people whether it’s via two wheels or sometimes three. For some, they’re weekday commuters to the office on the ultimate rail-friendly bike, a Brompton . For others, they could be weekend cycle enthusiasts with the latest carbon fibre road […]
On Your Bike – Wheelie Fun Family Rides in Yorkshire
Spring has sprung and with that in mind we’ve turned our attention to enjoying family fun time while exploring the great outdoors. Over lockdown many of us took to our bicycles to explore our local areas leading to cycling being one of the most popular forms of outdoor exercise. Flash forward to the present day […]
10 Of The Best Family Bike Rides In The UK
As we’re slowly starting to see the first signs of spring and the days are getting longer, many of us are looking forward to being out and about again after a long, cold winter stuck inside. While there are plenty of exercises we can do indoors, it’s good to know we can get outside again […]
10 Strength Exercises to Improve your Cycling
The issue of whether to include strength exercises in your cycle training is one that’s often been debated; after all, strength training is just for bodybuilders, right? Why would you spend time in a gym when you could be out cycling? And surely the last thing you want to do is increase body mass? Training […]
Top Tips for Finding New Cycling Routes in Your Area
During coronavirus lockdown, bike rides became an increasingly popular activity proving very good for the legs as well as for the soul and saw 1.3 million Brits buying a bike. So, if you’re someone who had their love for cycling re-ignited during lockdown or if you’re thinking about taking up cycling as a new hobby, […]
Winter & Dark Night Cycling Safety Tips
We’re well into winter now, and with the colder seasons come dark nights and difficult cycling conditions. If you’re not going to let the cold weather stop you, you’ll need to take extra care to stay safe while out on your bike! That’s why, at The Insurance Emporium, we’ve put together our tips for cycling […]