Every January, people all over the world make plans to "be more organised", "eat better", "exercise" or "give up smoking", and unfortunately many fail. If you've decided that in 2015 you're going to either start cycling, or cycle more, then we're ...
Archives for December 2014
5 most popular London Cyclist posts in 2014
As we wrap things up for 2014 here at London Cyclist HQ and get ready for mince pies and long naps in-front of Christmas TV, we'd like to take a look back at our 5 most popular articles in 2014. Using GPS Cycle Routes on your Android or ...
London Cycle Hire price changes from January 2015
Good news and bad news off TfL this Christmas. Which would you like to hear first? The good news is hundreds of new docking points are planned for 2015, as the scheme continues to successfully expand. In particular, Putney Pier, Vauxhall and Tower ...
Staying cycling fit over Christmas
The festive season is often associated with back-to-back parties, three course meals, and the mad rush to pick up all your Christmas presents in time for the 25th December - all those things don't usually equate to being your fittest ever (maybe the ...
LUMO cycling gear for stylish visibility
There's no argument that visibility whilst cycling is important - part of that is cycling lights and also reflective gear. However, a lot of high-vis gear is simply not that attractive off the bike. That's where LUMO comes in. LUMO make city ...
Amazon but for local bike shops
Readers always ask us to do more to feature local bike shops. It's the reason we launched the free London Cyclist app to showcase some of London's best bike shops. Today, we're launching a new useful tool for London cyclists in collaboration with ...
How to wrap bar tape, and 5 cool designs
Winter riding: shivers and wet weather gear and 'how to keep your bike in good condition' - sometimes it all gets a bit drab and shiny new bar tape is a fantastic way to bring some brightness to your riding. It's super easy to replace your bar ...
Sign your business up to Zero Emissions Network and get a £1000 grant to help encourage sustainable travel
Hackney, Islington and Tower Hamlets councils have teamed up to create the Zero Emissions Network, a project aiming to reduce air pollution across the city fringe. They are aiming to help businesses operate cheaper, cleaner and greener. Aside ...
Why cyclists should try yoga
Cycling is fantastic for you - it's a great way of getting exercise without pounding your joints and since it's not weight bearing, cyclists generally get fewer injuries than runners. However, many bike riders still suffer from the odd niggle, and ...
Secret santa for cyclists
If this year you've got someone on your office secret santa list who happens to be a cyclist, here are some of our top recommendations from £10 to £40. Haggerston leather d-lock holster - £30 D-locks are very often considered the safest form of ...
Must have accessories for cold rides
We're into December, the icy mornings are beginning to creep in, and sadly they'll probably continue for a few months yet. Smugly riding past your neighbours as they scrape the ice from their windscreens (ok, actually on days I have swim training ...