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?

World Book Day costumes with a bicycle theme

The best World Book Day costumes 2020

Get inspired for World Book Day with these brilliant costumes

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Rest stop to admire the reservoir on the Longdendale Trail - part of the Trans Pennine Trail

Guide to Cycling the Trans Pennine Trail with Children

Stretching over 200 miles, the Trans Pennine Trail is a great option for a family cycling holiday

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Fraser from ShredXS - kids mountain bike clothing discount code

16 countries, 2 kids, 1 business: ShredXS – a family’s dream

Find out how a brother and sister duo set up this leading cycling brand – plus a 15% discount code

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Room on the Broom Trail at Anglers Country Park, West Yorkshire

Searching for Witches and Pixies – family cycling at Anglers Country Park near Wakefield

Here’s a spooky witch themed ride for Halloween!

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Lindsay Bliek Netherlands family cycling blog

Family cycling holiday to the Netherlands

Mum of 2 Lindsay gives the low down on planning and enjoying a family cycling holiday to The Netherlands

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Mountain biking school trip to Hay on Wye

A school trip with a difference – Mountain biking to Hay-on-Wye

I’m sure we all remember the trips we would take with school. Even if it was only to the local pool, it usually involved a coach trip. Gary, the Deputy Head at Michaelchurch Escley Primary in Hereford, decided on a trip with a difference! Over to you Gary… Mountain biking from school to Hay-on-Wye for…

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