Inspiration & stories

Family cycling inspiration

The reason that we first set up Cycle Sprog was to help other parents to start cycling with their young children.  We didn’t have any role models, and found it very difficult knowing how, where, when and what to do!

Over the years we’ve met loads of other cycling families, and we never fail to be inspired by what other Cycle Sprogs are up to.

We really hope that these articles will make you want to leap on your bikes and start pedalling – who knows where you’ll end up?

Dawn Rahman’s story on cycling through pregnancy

Top tips for cycling with a bump, from mum Dawn, who cycled up until the 39th week of her pregnancy

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Kathryn and Liz cycling in Holland with families

Cake, castles and contractions on our Dutch family cycling holiday

In the final blog about her family cycling holiday to Holland, Liz turns 40 and Ian impresses with Champagne!

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Using stations and trains in Holland on our family cycling holiday

Part 2 of Liz’s blog – tackling Dutch trains and stations with 4 kids, 8 bikes and 2 trailers!

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Family cycling holiday in Holland

Ferry exciting! Setting out on our family cycling holiday in Holland

It’s holiday time! Liz is ready to set off with 4 kids, 8 bikes and 2 trailers to experience cycling the Dutch way

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Tarka Trail and Coast Path sign 1

Family cycle routes in Devon

Our pick of the best family cycle routes in Devon – is yours included?

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Fixie bike

Building a Fixie Bike with my four year old son

Chris has been busy building up the Fixie that’s been in the loft for ages – with his little helper!

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