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Cycling routes around the UK and Ireland: 10 books to help you plan your next ride

Anna Jordan · Feb 16, 2018 · 2 Comments

All cyclists have their regular routes – the one to work, the one to your mate’s house, the one to the bike shop. But these can become tiresome day after day as you mentally move away from your surroundings and set your body to autopilot. An ...

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Challenge yourself to cycle 4 of London’s toughest hills

Anna Jordan · Nov 9, 2017 · 25 Comments

When you think of cycling in London, you don’t tend to imagine killer hills. But if you’re training for an event or you just want to keep fit over the colder months, these short bursts are an easy way to score a high intensity workout. I’ve ...

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Enjoy the autumn with these top cycling trails

Duncan · Oct 9, 2017 · 2 Comments

Summer is gone! Don’t be sad; be glad that autumn is here. The country gets extra beautiful during this time of the year so now is the time to get on your bike and go see some of the changing colours, take advantage of the calmer weather, and enjoy ...

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Best cycling routes in London when you’re learning to ride (or new to London)

Duncan · Sep 13, 2017 · 7 Comments

Cycling in London for the first time can be quite a dramatic change from what you might previously be used to. There are more cars, cyclists, pedestrians and generally a lot going on around you. It takes a bit of time to get used to riding in the ...

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5 South London parks worth cycling to (for a picnic)

Hollie Richardson · Apr 27, 2017 · 4 Comments

Many Londoners found themselves rubbing in dollops of after sun lotion in the aftermath of April’s freak heatwave. Despite having to nurse red raw skin and deal with dodgy tummies from hastily organised BBQs, the city welcomed the sunshine with open ...

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Traffic free ride along the Thames from Richmond to Weybridge

Andreas · Feb 28, 2014 · 2 Comments

This is a guest post by Julian Bell, a teacher and writer living in South West London. He blogs at www.lifelonglondoner.blogspot.com. Note: Unless you've got one of those bikes that can doubles up as a submarine, I'd probably save this ride and ...

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Using GPS Cycle Routes on Your Android or IPhone

Andreas · Feb 10, 2014 · 26 Comments

Most of us have cycle around daily with powerful GPS devices in our pockets: our iPhone and Android devices. A few of us even have a Garmin GPS. However, few people have used the GPS functionality beyond basic route planning apps such as Bike Hub and ...

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Christmas day bike rides

Michelle Arthurs-Brennan · Dec 21, 2013 · 1 Comment

Christmas is traditionally a day for making time for family and friends, settling around the Christmas tree, munching through copious amounts of food, and for giving thanks depending on your religious views. Boring! How about going on a Christmas ...

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Alpine London: Exploring North London’s hills

Andreas · Aug 27, 2013 · 1 Comment

Today, I'm sharing a route from our 35 London Cycle Routes eBook. If you've not got yourself a copy, I recommend it! The eBook is still only £9.95. During this ride, if the views don’t take your breath away, then the cycle route certainly will. ...

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Bike ride exploring London’s beaches

Andreas · Aug 19, 2013 · Leave a Comment

The beach is the one thing our wonderful city is missing. Or is it? Whilst not exactly comparable to a Greek island, there are actually a number of sandy beaches in London you can pedal to. They make for a perfect day out with family or ...

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Cycling the Camel Trail

Andreas · Feb 8, 2013 · 15 Comments

In Cornwall there’s a well known cycle route called the Camel Trail. (I’d never heard it before but then my general knowledge is akin to that of a goldfish). If you find yourself in that part of the world, exploring small villages, eating Cornish ...

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Road cycling route around Kent

Andreas · Oct 4, 2012 · 5 Comments

It’s been a while since I’ve shared a London cycle route as truth be told, I’ve not been doing much cycling outside the centre of London. However, a friend of mine recently took me out on this ride and I wanted to share it with you guys – just in ...

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Don’t like cycling along Euston road? Here’s an alternative

Andreas · Jul 26, 2012 · 28 Comments

The Euston road is busy, crowded, fast paced and now has an Olympic lane sprawled across it. Some “urban warrior” style cyclists love these conditions. Others, prefer the tranquillity of a back route. The joys include less traffic, a more relaxed ...

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Sunny weekend? Try out Tibbet’s bike ride

Andreas · Jun 19, 2012 · 9 Comments

You know those kind of bike rides that are in London but you feel like you are out in the countryside? Tibbet’s Ride is the perfect example. You’ll encounter a minimum amount of cars along this mostly off-road route. It connects Putney Heath, ...

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Following a cycling route

Andreas · Mar 22, 2012 · 11 Comments

Say you are the leader of a ride and you need to follow a route. Or, you’ve just bought a copy of the London Cycle Routes eBook and you want to follow one or the rides. Or, you are cycling a sportive from London to Brighton and you want to have the ...

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35 of the best cycle routes in London

Andreas · Oct 19, 2011 · 1 Comment

Finding the best places to cycle in London is easy. They are all inside the above eBook! The new version builds upon the previous 30 rides adding 5 more routes. If you’ve been following the blog for the past week then you may have spotted the ...

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Hampstead Heath London cycle route

Andreas · Oct 18, 2011 · 5 Comments

In the busy city of London, it’s reassuring to discover peaceful retreats such as Hampstead Heath. It is an area with a distinct village feel to it. Which is all the more contrasting when you consider how near to central London you are. I was kicking ...

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Swinley Forest route

Andreas · Oct 13, 2011 · 4 Comments

Once the magazine Mountain Biking UK applies the label “Trail of the year” to a place, a visit becomes inevitable. Fortunately, said place is Swinley Forest. A mere 50 minutes train ride from central London. On route there, the excitement rapidly ...

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Road cycling routes London

Andreas · Aug 31, 2011 · 12 Comments

What makes a good road cycling route? Living in central London means the little quiet country lanes that are excellent for road cycling are often a short train ride away. Therefore, when I’m researching a good route I tend to look for easy train ...

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Where to go mountain biking in London

Andreas · Jul 22, 2011 · 27 Comments

With the new Canzo by VooDoo bikes sat in my lounge, mud free and annoying my housemate I believe it’s time to take it out for some rides around London. So what mountain bike options are available for those of us who want to go mountain biking in ...

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