It’s not just your top half you need to keep dry when you’re riding to work in the rain. Here’s how to protect your legs

Give the cyclist in your life a genuinely useful Christmas gift – or add these items to your own Cyclescheme package...

Jackets for UK cycle commuting don’t need to be thick and warm, even in the depths of winter. What matters is that...

Winter cycling accessories that keep you safe, dry and rolling—lights, mudguards, tyres, bags and more.

When you’re riding on pitch black roads you need a front lamp that will properly light your path – without dazzling...

A child seat is the easiest way to turn your commuter bike into a family vehicle. Here’s what to consider – along...

Cheap doesn’t have to mean nasty. You can get a decent new bike for as little as £200. Here are 10 options that show...

Bike prices have surged in recent years but it’s still possible to get a good quality commuter on a tight budget....

A new e-bike isn’t the only option for assisted pedalling. You can save money by converting a bike you already own –...

Urban cycling infrastructure comes in two types: on road cycle lanes and segregated cycle tracks. Here’s what you...

Gravel bikes are built for unsurfaced roads and tracks, but their wider tyres and abundant frame mounts make them a...

Spring is a great time to start commuting – or to start commuting more. Don’t feel fit enough? An e-bike is all you...

Transport cycling is very different from sports cycling. Here are some of the things that athletic riders in Lycra...

No pannier rack? No problem! You can still carry your commuting luggage on your bike. All you need is a big enough...

You don’t have to dress like you’re in a bike race for the journey to work. There are helmets that are designed to...

Your bike needs more TLC during the winter months, due to wetter, dirtier roads, freezing conditions and grit salt....

Cold fingers aren’t just painful, they make it harder to control your bike. Here’s how to keep your hands warm...

E-bikes flatten hills, shrink distances and take the ‘sport’ out of transport. Here are 10 of the best options for...

Heading into September means back to school for many parents. With a child trailer, you can drop off your little...

A hybrid that’s designed for everyday transport and leisure riding might be the only bike you need. Here are 10 are...

Sitting comfortably is the key to enjoying any sort of cycling, including commuting. You need a saddle that suits...

A bike that folds to the size of suitcase is easy to transport by train, bus or car – or store indoors at home or...

A gilet is a zipped vest that will keep the wind off your chest or disappear into a pocket when you don’t need it....

Longer spring days are an ideal time to start cycle commuting – or to begin riding more often. Here’s how to get...

Good lights are essential for seeing and being seen when you’re cycling at night. Here are ten that you can rely on.

Carrying your commuting essentials on your back works well for shorter journeys and lighter loads. Here are some of...

Skin-tight Lycra isn’t the only option for cycling shorts. Here are 10 of the best baggy alternatives for commuters

Racing bikes belong in races. For day-to-day cycling, such as commuting and recreational riding, an endurance road...

A car isn’t essential to ferry children around for local journeys. With the right bike or accessories you can easily...

Cycling with a laptop is straightforward, so long as it’s protected from rain and from accidental knocks. It pays to...

You don’t need to be an expert to look after your bike. Most problems are straightforward to fix with a little...

A waterproof jacket is essential for year-round cycle commuting. Here’s what you need to know before you buy one.

E-bikes are great for personal mobility. With a long, strong, integral rear rack they’ll also carry two children,...

Panniers are a practical and comfortable way to carry your cycle to work essentials. Here are ten of best.

As cyclists at Bikmo, we know winter is a tough time of year to ride a bike. That’s why we have put together our...

Whether you need a bike you can take by train or one you can easily store indoors, a folding bike like one of these...

To be comfy on a bike you need a saddle that suits your bum and the way you ride. One of these could be what you’re...

We take a look at the stats from the previous month for the Cyclescheme Love to Ride community - did you log your rides?

You don’t have to be a lottery winner to afford a top quality bike. Even now, during an economic downturn, premium...

Don’t spend all of your cycle to work budget on your bike – save some for these essential accessories.

Whatever your physical abilities, there’s a bicycle or tricycle out there to suit you. Here’s a cross section of ten...

Glasses can be a fashion statement if you want but on a bike their number one role is to prevent your vision being...

Cyclescheme has become the first Cycle to Work provider to fulfil one million requests. That’s a million...

Check out this guide from our cycle insurance partner Bikmo on what D locks you should buy.

Prices have rocketed recently but you still don’t have to break the bank to get a bike that you can happily use day...

If you cycle to work year round, you need lights that you can rely on. Here are 15 of the best for commuters.

Your fellow cycle commuters are your companions, not your competitors. Good cycling manners make the journey to work...

What’s the best way to alert other road users to your presence while cycling – bell, horn, whistle, voice? Here’s...

Christmas is coming. What will you buy that special cyclist in your life? Here are some suggestions.

Twenty-six suggestions to make your cycling journeys more reliable, more practical, and more comfortable.

Riding a bike regularly does you the world of good, helping you lose or maintain weight, get toned muscles, and even...

When you’re cycling, your feet push the pedals around in circles thousands of times per hour. So it’s worth finding...

Why pay £500 or £1,000 for a bike when you can buy one for £99? Glad you asked…

To work as intended, a cycle helmet must fit properly and be replaced when necessary. Here’s what to consider before...

Here are Bikmo’s five top tips to keep you pedalling all year round.

If you’re just getting acquainted with the world of cycling, check out our cycling glossary.

White lines provide instructions which are sometimes misunderstood or ignored. Here’s a guide to what they mean and...

Electric assistance lets any cyclist cruise up hills or ride alongside fitter companions. Here are five decent...

Identify the differences between bike types and find which type of two-wheeler you might be best suited to.

Cycling shouldn’t make you sore. Here are some suggestions to help you sit comfortably on your journey to work.

A tougher tyre that won't puncture as often is a no-brainer for commuting. But just how tough do you want it?

Find the perfect bike for shorter riders, with the help of this expert guide from Cyclescheme - the UK's leading...

You don’t have to be able to repair your bike to enjoy worry-free commuting. Most roadside problems can either be...

If you aren't already enjoying the benefits of cycling to work, or need a little convincing, you've come to the...

The best choice of lights for seeing and being seen while cycling at night will depend on the route that you’re taking.

A large range of bikes for disabled people means few should have to give up the idea of a two- or three-wheel commute.

You can now get bikes worth more than £1,000 through Cyclescheme. How about one of these super commuters?

Cyclescheme isn’t only a great way to get a new bike. It can also be used for accessories – and to improve the bike...

An e-bike that folds provides sweat-free cycling wherever you’re going and however you’re getting there.

Cheap doesn’t have to mean nasty. Choose wisely and you can buy a decent new commuter bike for £250 or less.

When your bike folds to the size of a suitcase, your cycle-to-work strategies will be different. Here are some tips.

If you want to get a fast, lightweight bike with your Cyclescheme certificate, this German giant has plenty of options.

Tyres come in a bewildering range of sizes and tread patterns for every conceivable usage. Here's how to choose the...

As well as lights and reflectors, cycle commuting at night requires some adjustments to the way that you ride.

With an e-bike there are a few things to consider with regards to the law.

Looking for your first e-bike? Here's what you can expect to pay.

There's an e-bike for you, no matter what riding you do.

What lights should you use? That depends on where you'll be using them: urban, rural, or off-road.

Prepare yourself and your bike for the changing seasons with a Cyclescheme accessories-only package.

Most bikes use a chain to transmit pedal power to the rear wheel but there is a viable alternative: belt drive. So...

An oily chain isn't the only way to transfer power from your pedals to your rear wheel. A toothed belt drive is...

Maintaining and repairing your own bike is fairly straightforward with the right tools. Follow these tips to save...

A good rear light forces other road users to notice you and encourages them to treat you like traffic. Here are five...

A waterproof jacket is your first line of defence against bad weather, a barrier not just to rain but cold wind.

Bodges and dodges that will get you home or simply save you money. Here’s ten of our favourites.

Designed for racing around muddy fields, most cyclocross bikes make decent drop-bar commuters. Just add mudguards...

Give cycle commuting a go on Wednesday 13th September. It could transform your health, wealth, and happiness. Here’s...

Best known as a racer, Chris Boardman is a strong advocate for recreational and utility cycling too. His bike range...

Designed to go the distance while carrying luggage, a tourer is well equipped for commuting too. Here are five good...

A bike that folds to the size of a suitcase can go anywhere with you: on the train, in the car, into the office or...

With wider tyres, disc brakes, and the facility to fit mudguards and a rack, a ‘gravel bike’ is a much better bet...

The less you’ve got to spend on a new bike, the smaller your choice of good ones. But they’re there. Here’s how to...

For commuters who want to travel faster or further, a road bike is hard to beat. But it needs to be practical too –...

For mixed-mode commuting and indoor parking, it's hard to beat a folder. Here's what to consider before investing in...

Often marketed as women’s bikes, these bikes are also suitable for anyone who finds it difficult to get on and off a...

An oily chain isn't the only way to transfer power from your pedals. A belt drive is cleaner, quieter, and needs...

Flat-bar road bikes are lightweight sporty hybrids that put the 'rush' in rush hour.

Lights are a legal and practical necessity for cycling in the dark, and rechargeables are the best option when it...

Rain jacket, shoes, lock, laptop, lunch… cycle commuters have plenty to carry. The two most popular ways to do it...

Cycle commuting year-round is easier than you think – so long as you and your bike are prepared…