Cyclists

The benefits of cycling are many :-

Cycling solves so many problems at once: it keeps you fit, it's fast, cheap, reliable and good for the environment too!
So why not liberate your bike and burn some calories? Cycling is a great form of aerobics but, unlike the aerobics class, it can actually get you from A to B and do so much more:

 On average, cyclists live two years longer than non-cyclists

 Regular cyclists are as fit as an average person 10 years younger

 Cyclists breathe in less pollution from traffic than car drivers

Arrive fashionably early

Beat the queues with your own pedal power. Cycling is the fastest way to get around town and if you arrive by bike, double yellows or traffic wardens needn't concern you. More often than not, you can park right outside your destination.

Spend your money on you
Unlike a car, a bike does not need road tax, an MOT or breakdown cover and, above all, there aren't any fuel bills. A good bike will only cost around £75 a year on maintenance, and even less if you pick up the spanner or allen key yourself.

Burn calories not carbon
 Cycling is the least polluting way of travelling after walking

 Ten bikes can be parked in the space of one car

 2kg of carbon are saved for every short journey that is made using a bike instead of a car

Boost your skills and confidence
If you feel your confidence needs a boost before taking the plunge to get out and about more often by bike, why not check out cycle training opportunities near you? National Standard Instructors based across the UK can develop your skills and get you cycling safely.

Cycling is fun and can be both relaxing and if you wish,challenging.  So "On yer Bike"

Reproduced with the kind permission of Sustrans