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We’ve been putting the Hamax Outback Double through its paces, family cycling holidays, park trips, and even birthday rides complete with balloons 🎈.

Read our full review 👉https://www.cyclesprog.co.uk/recent-posts/hamax-outback-double-trailer-review/

Exciting news!!! We've been shortlisted for an award!!
The "Cycling Media of the Year 2025" award no less!

It's such an honour to be mentioned in the same space as some of the biggest names in the industry ☺️

If you'd like to vote for us - you can do so here: bikebizawards.com/vote/

#cycling

They do go up to 26" wheels - we've not reviewed that size, but I'd expect the bike to perform just as well

We couldn’t resist putting our own twist on the Kendal Summer Trail poster now up in the Cycle Sprog HQ window!

If you're coming to the Lake District this summer do take time to visit our lovely little town, and see if you can find our subversive poster!

#ActiveTravel #BikeIsBest #Kendal #Cumbria

YOMO 24 Review: A versatile 24 inch hybrid kids bike - Cycle Sprog Our in-depth YOMO 24 review covers first impressions, performance, a why it’s a top pick for young riders moving up from a 20” bike.

Read our newest review- the YOMO 24- a versitile kids hybrid bike which is lightweight, well made and will put a smile on your kids face!

Watch out isla and frog bikes- YOMO bikes are GOOOD!

www.cyclesprog.co.uk/reviews/yomo...

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Hetty Kingston on how she overcame two huge challenges with two tiny humans, from writing a book to racing an ultra with two toddlers in a trailer Hetty Kingston on how she overcame two huge challenges with two tiny humans, from writing a book to racing an ultra with two toddlers in a trailer

500km. One ultra race. Two toddlers in a trailer.

Hetty Kingston shares what it really takes to adventure with babies on board, and why success isn’t measured in speed.

Read it here: www.cyclesprog.co.uk/blog/hetty-k...

#FamilyCycling #BikepackingWithKids #UltraDistance #UltraRacing

Choosing Your Family’s Cargo Bike: All You Need to Know Overview of all things cargo bikes; what it’s like to own one, explainer of different types of cargo bikes and what to consider before deciding whether a cargo bike is right for your family.

Seen other parents doing the school run by cargo bike and wondering if you could too? 🚲

Our on-demand masterclass helps you choose the right cargo bike for your family — no stress, no jargon.

🎒 Be ready for September
www.cyclesprog.co.uk/link/course/...

BTWIN 16” Discover 900 First Impressions Revie Cycle Sprog's review of the BTWIN 16 inch Discover 900 bike. What do our three and five-year-old reviewers think of this budget 16" bike?

New review: BTWIN 16” Discover 900
✅ Lightweight
✅ Low step-through for little legs
✅ Great price (£199)

Tested on UK trails and French adventures – this bike handled it all!

👉 www.cyclesprog.co.uk/reviews/btwi...

#kidsbike #CycleSprog #firstpedalbike #btwin #decathlonbike

Best kids bike accessories: baskets, bells, bags and more Our roundup of some of the best accessories for bikes that your kids are bound to love. Make their bikes unique with fun bells, baskets, bags, and more

Accessories make everything more exciting, so here's our roundup of some great ideas for your little ones to bling their bikes.

Also a useful way to avoid buying a cheap and heavy bike-shaped toy just because it's got Elsa from Frozen on it...

www.cyclesprog.co.uk/buying-advic...

Kids Ride Shotgun Pro Evo first impressions review | Cycle Sprog Cycle Sprog's first impressions review of the new Kids Ride Shotgun Pro Evo seat for taking toddlers mountain biking with you

IT’S HERE! The brand NEW Kids Ride Shotgun Pro Evo is finally out – and available to pre-order NOW!

We're stoked to have got our hands on one, check out our first impressions review now!

www.cyclesprog.co.uk/reviews/kids...

Urban Arrow Family review Thinking about an electric cargo bike for your family? Our in-depth Urban Arrow Family review covers everything from ride quality to kid comfort, accessories and real-life use.

🚲 After 7 years of hauling kids, shopping & so much more, our in-house cargo bike expert Saskia has finally written up what it’s really like to live with the Urban Arrow Family cargo bike.

Is it worth the hype (and the price tag)?
Here’s the honest review👇
🔗 www.cyclesprog.co.uk/reviews/urba...

New Shred Girls book inspires teen girls to ride and read! New book inspires teen girls to ride and read: Shred Girls series returns! Get inspired and oder it from Waterstones now!

New book alert! If you've got a teen girl who loves bikes, adventure or a good mystery (or all three!), the latest Shred Girls book is a must-read.

Read our full article on why this book matters, especially when so many girls drop out of sport in their teens
www.cyclesprog.co.uk/news-campaig...

Burley Nomad Cargo Trailer review: A family touring essential - Cycle Sprog Discover how the Burley Nomad cargo trailer performed on a five-day family cycling tour in France in our rider review.

We put the Burley Nomad Cargo Trailer to the ultimate test: 5 days touring in France with 3 kids aged 5 and under!
💛 Massive carrying capacity
🌦️ Water-resistant cover
🚴‍♀️ Super stable, even on bumpy trails

www.cyclesprog.co.uk/reviews/burl...

Saskia sitting in the Urban Arrow Family cargo bike

We take our reviews very seriously.

Our cargo bike expert @saskiaheijltjes.bsky.social is writing a review of her family's main form of transport, an Urban Arrow Family.

Q: Does an adult* fit in the Urban Arrow Family with rain canopy on?
A: Yes!!

*She's not very tall 😅

We have put together a "Wheel of Benefits" graphic on setting 20mph as a default limit for communities.

👀 What do safe streets for kids really look like?

We ranked 36 European cities on key measures like school streets, safe speed limits, and protected bike lanes.

Who's setting the standard, and who still has work to do? Find out 👇

🔗 cleancitiescampaign.org/city... #CityRanking #StreetsForKids

Graphic reads: We're celebrating Volunteers' Week! Monday 2nd - Sunday 8th June. Sustrans, join the movement. There is a photo of the backs of Sustrans volunteers.

Its Volunteers' Week from the 2nd - 8th June, and we are celebrating! 🎉🥳

We’ll be sharing some of the stories of our incredible team of volunteers - more than 3,000 in total - and highlighting all the hard work they do.

Getting started cycling: Advice for e-bike beginners Cycling has the image of being dominated by sporty men, but thanks to e-bikes, the barriers are coming down, writes

A big part of what we do at @cyclingelectric.bsky.social is help people get started, without the jargon.

Saskia Heijltjes recently helped us with this brief, taking her experience as a family cycling writer with @cyclesprog.bsky.social to guide our readers.

www.cyclingelectric.com/in-depth/cyc...

WHO launches active mobility ‘toolkit’ to kick off UN Global Road Safety Week Today, the World Health Organisation (WHO) launches its active mobility ‘toolkit’ to mark the start of the 8th UN Global Road Safety Week.

Cyclists and pedestrians make up more than 25% of global road fatalities each year. @who.int has launched an active mobility toolkit to guide governments in making active travel safer for #RoadSafetyWeek 🚶‍♀️🚴🏿 tinyurl.com/5n7kuu4j

Man and boy riding side-by-side via something like a Trail-a-bike but it connects to the down tube rather than the seat post.

Copenhagen
ca. 1910s

"But we wouldn’t be here without all the people who have supported us along the way, so a big thank you everyone who has been involved in our mission to get more kids onto bikes – you know who you are!

Here’s to the next 13 years!" 6/6

"Like parenting a teenager, it’s a very emotional but rewarding experience to watch something you nurtured begin to stand on its own and not need you so much.

I’m incredibly proud of what we’ve built — and excited (and curious!) about what the teenage years will bring for Cycle Sprog." 5/6

"Cycle Sprog has changed too. It’s no longer just a passion project — it's a business with a brilliant team of @saskiaheijltjes.bsky.social @mildredlocke.bsky.social and Emily Wormald taking it from strength to strength (with loads of support from Penny Millar and her team over the years)." 4/6

"And having just returned from an incredible cycling trip with my 18-year-old, I have to say that being invited to join part of his gap year adventures was one of those unexpected parenting highs I’ll never forget." 3/6

"Over the past 13 years, both Cycle Sprog and our kids have grown up.

From trailer rides and balance bikes to overseas mountain biking adventures, cycling has always been part of our family life." 2/6

Cycle Sprog is officially a teenager. First published 14 May 2012

Birthday 🧵

Cycle Sprog is officially a teenager!!! Chris Jones and @karengee3.bsky.social pressed the “PUBLISH” button on the website on 14th May 2012.

"What started as a small blog about cycling with our two young sons has grown into the UK’s leading resource on family cycling." 1/6

Gazelle Cabby - the new longtail e-cargo bike from Gazelle - Cycle Sprog A First look at the new Gazelle Cabby, the new longtail electric cargo bike from renowned dutch brand Gazelle.

Gazelle has entered the longtail game with the Cabby - their first ever longtail e-cargo bike!

With a premium design and Gazelle’s strong reputation for quality and comfort, this family-focused e-bike is built for everyday life.

👉 Get the lowdown at: www.cyclesprog.co.uk/news-campaig...

Yes, cargo bikes can solve the school run, especially if you have a baby or toddler in tow!

Shyre Bikes: a full range overview Cycle Sprog's comprehensive guide to Shyre kids' bikes, including information on the different models and sizing.

We're always keen to see a new quality kids bike brand, especially ones aimed at the mid-range market.

Shyre Bikes, based in Shropshire, puts real riding and real value at the heart of everything it does.

Check out our range overview: www.cyclesprog.co.uk/buying-advic...

Girls bikes that are genuinely good When it comes to bikes for girls, don't get suckered in by the marketing. These are the best girls bikes that are actually made for riding

Do girls need a different type of bike? 👀https://www.cyclesprog.co.uk/buying-advice/best-girls-bikes/