Whether you need to take December cycling holidays because you're tied to school dates or work requirements - or you just fancy a winter cycling holiday when many places will be quiet - there are some great November/December/January/February cycling destinations to be found in Europe, as well as way beyond.  From winter sun cycling holidays on mainland Spain to the Canary Islands, the Algarve, Dubai, Mexico and even the Seychelles, the period between November and February inclusive gives you the chance to experience some of the best winter cycling destinations on the planet.  If you ..read more

UK cycling holidays have a lot to offer, but it can be tricky to know where to start when you’re planning one. That’s especially the case when you’re looking for easy routes suitable for families or beginners. In this article we share our pick of the best easy cycling holidays in the UK, with inspiration for some of the best areas and routes to consider.  The regions and routes we’ve selected are: Suitable as beginners cycling holidays or family cycling holidays Suitable for road or gravel bikes (we’ve specified which in each section) Contents  1. Cornwall 2. Devon 3. The ..read more

If you want to complete Mallorca 312, you have to train for it. An event that's 312 kilometres, with nearly 5,000m of climbing and tough cut-offs, is a serious undertaking. Unless you’re a pro, a well thought out Mallorca 312 training plan is non-negotiable. In this article we speak with James Walsgrove, head coach at Ride Harder. Ride Harder was the Mallorca 312’s official training partner for 2021/2022.  In this article James shares his tips for training for Mallorca 312 (and the 225 and 167 km distances) in a way that will see you achieve your goal and get to the finish line within yo ..read more

If you’re trying to find the cycling hotels in Calpe, this article is for you. We share our favourite bike hotels with you based on our experience and what we’ve heard from other cyclists. You’ll find bike hotels in central Calpe as well as those in the areas around Calpe. We hope this helps you plan an amazing cycling trip in Calpe! Looking for a quick answer? Click here to go straight to our favourite hotel in Calpe and here for our pick in the area around Calpe. Cycling hotels Calpe: Contents  Bike hotels in central Calpe 1. Gran Hotel Sol y Mar 2. Suitopia - S ..read more

If you’ve been tasked with the job of organising new custom cycling jerseys and kit for your club/team/group, this article is for you. We speak to Shaun who is in charge of Custom Kit at Stolen Goat. He shares the 9 things you need to check before ordering your new bespoke cycle kit. Note: while this is an interview with Stolen Goat, these are the questions you should be asking whichever custom cycling kit designer you decide to go with! Custom Cycling Kit: Contents  1. Is it good quality?  2. How does the custom design service work? 3. What range of cycling kit can be customise ..read more

Whether you live here or are just passing through, finding the perfect London cycling café is an important business.  It’s all about finding that perfect combination of somewhere you can get your bike fixed while drinking an expertly poured coffee. Frankly, even if you can’t get your bike fixed, somewhere you can get a coffee, feel welcome (despite the lycra) and get your bottle filled without frowns, is enough. In this article we share our favourite cycle cafés in London. The eagle-eyed amongst you will spot that there are 14 London cycling coffee shops listed here, despite the title me ..read more

Finding the best cycling routes in Europe can be tricky. There are so many to choose from that it can be quite overwhelming. That’s why we’ve put together a list of what are, in our opinion, the best long distance European cycling routes. We hope it will help you narrow down where you might want to travel next on your bike. All the routes we’ve selected are in Europe, excluding the UK long-distance, which means they will take multiple days to ride possible on a road or gravel bike (you may prefer a gravel bike for comfort/flexibility and the option to fit panniers) So read on and ..read more

If you’re pondering where to go to find the best cycling in September and October, this article will introduce you to some of the top spots for cycle travel in Europe (and beyond) this autumn.  Cycling holidays in October/September may take you across the channel to France, to mainland Spain or the islands. They might even transport you to part of Southern California that offers wonderful warm weather riding at this time of year...  Find out all that’s great about mainland Spain, Tenerife and Mallorca cycling holidays in autumn. Add the South of France and the Californian coast into ..read more

If you fancy a spot of summer cycling during May, June, July and August, then this guide will help you find the ideal bike holiday destination to suit your cycling style, budget, preferences and timescale.  From cycling in Mallorca in May to touring Romania’s hidden delights during August, there’s no better option during summer than a European cycling holiday, when the weather is at its finest.  While we love Mallorca, there is so much more to summer breaks on two wheels than that well-cycled island. How about cycling holidays in Austria, UK family cycling holidays or cycling holida ..read more

Staying in a bike hotel, or bike-friendly hotel, can make a big difference to your holiday. A great bike hotel will understand that as a cyclist guest, you'll probably have slightly different needs for your stay than a “normal” guest. A hotel that really wants cyclists to stay will be keen to do whatever it can to anticipate what you need and ensure you have a great stay. For the cyclist guest, this attitude can often make the difference between a great cycling holiday and a merely mediocre one. In this article we share our tips for the things you should look for if you want a really cyclist ..read more