The Pedal Peak District

• Get your workmates on a bike!
• Shirley J encouraged Samantha J to ride a bike!
• Debbie A encouraged MARK A to ride a bike!

On offer at Bakewell’s Agricultural Business Centre:

• Maintenance tips and advice


• Cycling confidence training for born again bikers


• Skills sessions for teenagers and families


• Learn to ride (without bruises) for adults or teenage not-yet cyclists, or tips for parents to help youngsters cast off their stabilisers without tears


• ‘The Knowledge’ - National Standard cycling tips and advice to help you feel safe on the road. (More than halves the risk of injury)


• Short guided rides along the trail or quiet roads

For more information please click here or contact us on start@pedalready.co.uk or 0114 2412775.

Introduction

It is well known that cycling is good for your health and the environment. It is also a fun activity for people of all ages and abilities. When starting out, it is important that you choose the type of cycling activity and cycle that is right for you, and anyone else you are encouraging to take part. Having a positive and enjoyable cycling experience from the off encourages people to do it more often and to explore ways to make cycling part of their everyday lives. To find a cycle retailer in your area, enter you postcode into the Bike for All database of where to buy cycles and equipment.

Useful Pages

The following documents provide more information about how to get started:

• Reasons to cycle
• The right bike
• The right fit
• Bike care
• What to wear
• Buying a bike for your child
• Teach your child to ride

Useful Links

For more information on starting cycling:

• Benefits of cycling
• Choosing a bike and type of cycling
• Bike fit
• Cycling and health
• Cycling for children
• Cycling for women
• Bike Belles

For more general information about all aspects of cycling visit www.bikeforall.net.