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Cycling & Mountain Biking Feature Writer: Helen Smeaton

Welcome.

Everything to do with that marvellous invention the bicycle can be found here.

We have articles on the latest bike gear from clipless pedals to women’s specific bikes; suggestions for great biking destinations like Morocco and New Zealand; tips on bike maintenance and stretching exercises for cyclists; gift ideas, “how to” articles on unicycling, choosing hydration packs, single speed bikes and so much more.

Whether you are a downhill mountain bike nut or a recreational weekend rider, a road cyclist or a cycle-to-work commuter, we aim to entertain and inform.

Please e-mail me if you would like to see any particular topics and sign up to the RSS feed to keep up with weekly new cycling articles as soon as they are published.


Feature Writer Articles in Cycling & Mountain Biking

Clipless Mountain Bike Pedals for Beginners
SPD bicycle pedals offer greater power and efficiency but can be tricky to use. Here's a simple guide to the best clipless mountain bike pedals for beginners.
Indoor Cycle Training for Winter Cycle Fitness
Cycle training outdoors can be hard in the depths of winter. Consider an indoor cycling training program using a bike trainer with own bike or a spinning exercise bike.
Best Bicycle Security Tips to Stop Bicycle Theft
Bicycle theft is all too frequent. Use these bicycle security tips for using the best bicycle locks wisely with other security measures to stop the most determined thief.
Best Bicycle Lock for Cycle Security, Kryptonite
Looking for the ultimate cycle security system in a high crime area? Kryptonite Fahgettaboudit chain and u-locks are some of the best bicycle locks on the market.
Best Singletrack Mountain Bike Trail in Cyprus
Discover the best singletrack mountain bike trail in Cyprus in the Troodos mountains, the Atalante trail, a 12km route round the high point of the island, Mount Olympus.


Contributing Articles in Cycling & Mountain Biking

How To Keep Fit and Burn Calories, not Money
Quit smoking, stop drinking, get fit. Probably three of the most commonly made New Year resolutions. This looks at one way to kick-start a very low-cost fitness regime.
Tips and Tricks for Beginner Cyclists
Bruises and scrapes are part of every beginner's journey, but with some confidence and the right techniques, learning to cycle should not be too painful an experience.
Biking for Beginners in London
The idea of cycling in London can seem a bit daunting but fortunately there is plenty of advice and support available to help beginners find routes for a safe ride.
Cycling in Grizedale Forest
Grizedale Forest in the southern lake District has five waymarked cycle trails to suit all abilities from the family cyclist to the hardened mountain biker.
Improve Mountain Biking Skills
Improve mountain biking skills or learn the basics with Wildflower Mountain Biking for Women DVD with Trek pro cyclist Sue Haywood.