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Women only cycle events

More and more women are taking up cycling. I have written about this fabulous trend […]

Calling all cyclists who want safer roads

I am a keen promoter of cycling and if we can make our roads safer […]

Taking part in the Lake APR Feminine 2012

Thanks to popular demand another Lake APR Feminine, organised by the Glasgow Nightingale Cycling Club […]

Sign up for Belles on Bikes leader course

Bike Club, a UK-wide group that aims to encourage more young people to take up cycling, […]

The enterprising people behind Scottish cycling projects

I like it when outdoorsy people have an idea to start something – and then […]

Bikeability Scotland needs your help

STV weatherman Sean Batty got in the saddle this week to launch a new campaign calling for […]

Andy plans epic cycle to Istanbul

It’s great to hear about other people’s outdoor sporting achievements and goals. I “met” Andy […]

At the risk of becoming a Gore-tex bore

I like to make sure that outdoors equipment really does what it says it will. […]

Out with (some of) the men and in with more girls in bike shops

I met an interesting chap from Edinburgh Bicycle Cooperative today. We were at  Breakfast Media […]

Looking good in your work shoes you triathletes!

Triathletes tend to be keen on looking good. They spend time and money sourcing great […]

One day ferry and cycle tour of west Scotland

Stunning weather, superb views, a total transport cost of £8.50 and a fabulous day of […]

New Sustrans bike route: Oban to Ballachulish, Scotland

In the summer I chanced upon a few new sections of beautifully smooth and welcoming […]