The rise of the Maratona dles Dolomites Cycling isn’t just a sport to me, it’s my passion. It was an essential therapy that helped get me through a low period in my life. Some years ago, during this period, I was very lucky to be in the right place at the right time when an opportunity presented itself that both helped me and, ultimately, thousands of cyclists to experience one of the greatest events in the world of our wonderful sport. Despite the Maratona dles Dolomites being the biggest and most oversubscribed sportive in Italy, it was virtually unheard of in the UK and Ireland. I’d been t ..read more

With spring finally here, Cycling World in Düsseldorf was worth a visit to Germany to check out some new tech. Hosted in Germany’s seventh-largest city in an old industrial complex, the show featured more than 400 exhibitors, and was a good opportunity to catch up with old friends and make new connections in the cycling world.  Here are a few products that stood out, and might improve your cycling life! Tern Orox There are two off-road cargo bikes in this blog, and they couldn’t be more different. Let’s start with the Tern Orox. This new model comes with one battery, a motor, fatbike whe ..read more

Nestled amidst the rugged landscape of British Columbia’s Coast Mountains lies a mecca for mountain biking which is firmly slapped on every rider’s bucket list – Whistler. Renowned for its world-class trails, vibrant biking culture, and legendary riders, Whistler draws mountain bikers from every corner of the globe to experience this incredible destination and live the life of a mountain bike legend for a few days. Join us as we delve into the detail of Whistler’s iconic trails, world-class events, and the incredible riders who’ve left an indelible mark on this mountain biking mecca. Whistler ..read more

In this article, we catch up with YJ x BTF Age group ambassador, Nina Wareham and get her experiences from transitioning back into the world of sport whilst working full time after having two children. Over to you Nina. Parenthood… Many parents will relate to day and night blurring into one when you have young children.  Last night, our household was up multiple times until eventually I dragged myself out of bed around 6am along with two mini humans that had hijacked the bed during the night. As always, in that moment I think about the day ahead and maintaining a level of professionalism ..read more

So I should start by saying that there aren’t too many things to be cheerful about when your prized aero road bike is stolen – especially when you decided to take a risk and not insure it (ouch). But if there is a silver lining in the gloomy cloud of bike theft, it’s this: you get a chance to think in depth about what you want in your bike – and how you intend to use it – before you invest in a decent replacement. That’s why I was pleased to stumble across  Yellow Jersey’s informative guide, ‘The Ultimate Beginner Guide to Buying a Bicycle’. It provides a comprehensive list of questions ..read more

Yellow Jersey Insurance are proud to announce our latest strategic partnership with Hiplok, a leading British bicycle lock manufacturer. This collaboration stems from a shared commitment to supporting UK cyclists in the fight against bicycle theft by using innovative products from UK-based businesses who are leading the way in providing the highest standards of bicycle security. Who are Hiplok? Founded in 2011 by cyclists John Abrahams and Ben Smith, Hiplok has rapidly risen to prominence as an innovative and reliable provider of bicycle locks. The company’s commitment to creating high-qualit ..read more

Our guide to finishing your first 60-mile sportive So you’ve decided that 2024 is going to be the year you find your motivation and complete your first ever cycling event, but you aren’t sure how to get started. That’s totally understandable, between the frowny-faced and serious looking club rides you occasionally spot, and the seemingly endless obsession the sport has with getting faster and lighter, getting into cycling can seem a bit daunting. It can be much more appealing to stay within your comfort zone, rather than push yourself to set a goal that – on the face of it – is a little bit s ..read more

My recent trip on a Hase Gravit Dust Gravel Cargo Bike (longest name for a bike?) took me past plenty of great places to ride a gravel bike. In Britain the Lammermuir Hills and the Yorkshire Coast offered amazing riding. But Mainland Europe has plenty on offer for all types of bikes, with the added benefit of great infrastructure to connect the various regions. If you spend more time in Germany, then consider the Deutschland-Ticket. With that you can travel conveniently throughout Germany by all means of local public transport for just 49 Euros per month!  Here are five of the places tha ..read more

As the author of Great British Gravel Rides and as an event organiser myself, I have handpicked nine events on this beautiful island that give you a good choice if you’d like to combine off-road riding with meeting like-minded people.  Where possible, I have also included a route featured in my book, which will give you a taste of the event. With some events already sold out or close to selling out, my advice would be to gather a few friends at home, in a cafe or a pub, choose which event best suits you and get your spaces booked to organise an unforgettable weekend of cycling this sprin ..read more

You might ask yourself why? What is the point in cycling 1,100km on a cargo bike from Scotland to Germany just before Christmas?  Let me try to answer the question.  I like challenges on the bike, even more so if they are a bit of a novelty. In 2010 I purchased my first singlespeed bike and rode it, without having really cycled a singlespeed before, 1,400km from Edinburgh to Erfurt. I learned a lot, at times the hard way, but I arrived with a big smile on my face. The bike In 2017 I fell in love with gravel bikes. While the trip in 2010 had taken 14 days to complete, I made it home ..read more