Cycling isn’t just for Lycra-clad enthusiasts or kids learning to balance on two wheels, it’s a life-changing activity for adults of all ages. Local community cycling projects, like Broken Spoke are proving that two wheels can deliver more than transport: they bring health, confidence, and connection, especially for those who might otherwise miss out. Health Without the Hefty Price Tag! For adults juggling work, bills, and life’s curveballs, finding time (and money) for fitness can feel...

To inaugurate this 2026 we’re spotlighting another remarkable but often overlooked figure in cycling history: Alfonsina Strada, a woman whose courage, determination, and sheer force of will rewrote the rules of what women could do on two wheels. Unknown to many in the UK, her story stands alongside Britain’s own Beryl Burton, creating a powerful cross‑border tribute to women who refused to be sidelined. Alfonsina Strada: Italy’s Fearless Trailblazer Born in 1891 in Castelfranco Emilia, Strada...