Cycle Sprog

Hello 👋 we're so happy to be here! Follow us for all things family cycling - kids bikes, bike seats, trailers, and cargo bikes 🚲 👶 🚲 🧒

The day our van exploded: How we cycled home from the Dolomites with a 3 and 5 year old www.cyclesprog.co.uk/blog/the-day...

One week to go until #CycleToSchoolWeek! 🚲 Next week thousands of schoolchildren will use pedal power to get to school. Pledged? Make sure you’ve downloaded your Pledge Pack and got your plans in place. Not pledged yet? There’s still time! 🔗 cycletoschoolweek.co.uk

Hope other people find this article useful - it’s just an outline of bits we’ve found helpful over the last 2 decades of cycling with children with various of us also being Disabled people. Please ask any questions here too if I might be able to help!

How does #ThomasTuchel deal with the stress of the job, as reported by @cyclesprog.bsky.social 🍦🚴

Cycling with disabled children isn't just "can they ride a bike?" It's whether they can make the actual journey needed. Kate Ball shares her family's story: rear-steer tandems, trikes, e-tandems, and years of trial and error. www.cyclesprog.co.uk/inspiration/... @wheelsforwellbeing.org.uk

Karen Gee @cyclesprog.bsky.social and I were both hoping to attend @cleancitiescampaign.org Curious Cities Assembly for the 2nd day tomorrow, but the irony is that it’s too hot to travel... We need less traffic and tarmac, more trees and plants, wider pavements, more cycle lanes & seating.

😲 🚲 Families could save thousands of pounds a year by switching from a second-hand car to an electric cargo bike & public transport. Take a look at our new research with @solveschoolrun.bsky.social ⬇️ cleancitiescampaign.org/want-to-save...

My daughter is in the local paper for I think the first time ever this week! Thank you to the Ham and High for publishing this piece 🗞️🗞️ It’s about what I’ve learnt from cycling with her, as she’s grown up pedalling in London. D learnt to ride a bike when she was four … 1/7

🚲 There’s a new crowdfunder to support Kidical Mass rides across the UK, and it’s one of those small things that quietly makes a big difference. 👇 www.crowdfunder.co.uk/p/km-insurance Image credit: @jamiebellinger.com 1/8

Fuel prices are climbing and family budgets are under pressure. Could an electric cargo bike be the answer? We've put together a full guide on how much a family cargo bike actually costs: cyclesprog.co.uk/cargo-bikes/how-much-does-an-electric-family-cargo-bike-cost

Why is the UK so far behind France and Germany with cargo bike purchases? Cycling Electric Magazine highlighted the following figures for new purchases:*: UK - 4000 Germany - 90,000 France - 70,000 Quite a difference! 🤔 Why, do you think? * in 2022

Brilliant post. Lots of family cycling info is based on young kids and this provides a great perspective for older kids.

Family cycling doesn’t end when kids become teenagers — it just changes 🚲 We’re excited to share a thoughtful guest article by Kate Ball on everyday cycling with teens: building independence, using e-bikes & folding bikes, and adapting as family life evolves. 🔗 www.cyclesprog.co.uk/inspiration/...

This #ChildrensMentalHealthWeek, we’re sharing how cycling supports children’s wellbeing. Research shows young people who cycle weekly report higher confidence, connection & mental wellbeing. We're helps children build skills for life — on & off the road.

Last chance to win a £100 voucher for kids cycling kit. Fill in our family cycling survey now: www.cyclesprog.co.uk/blog/win-a-1... Please share @kidicalmass.bsky.social @bikewalkscoot.bsky.social @emilykerr36.bsky.social @bicyclemayorbath.bsky.social

Vous ne verrez rien de plus mignon aujourd'hui...

You told us you wanted more support around campaigning for safer cycling routes. We listened, and created this guide: www.cyclesprog.co.uk/news-campaig... If you want to influence what Cycle Sprog focuses on next, our 2026 survey is open now: 3ik3ly4nofr.typeform.com/to/OyFA0fc0

Me out front vs. my son humming happily to himself in his cozy compartment. "Why are you cold, Mom? I'm not cold at all!"

Come to Bristol on 12th March! A day-conference bringing together people from across this wide and diverse movement for children's freedom and right to play out near home. Great speakers, lots of discussion. Low-cost and free ticket options! Don't miss it. www.eventbrite.co.uk/e/celebratin...

🎄+ 🚲 = 🧑‍🎄 www.cyclesprog.co.uk/blog/how-to-...

If you’d like to help make cycling and walking an easier, safer option for everyone, here’s the link with a template response by the brilliant @transportaction.bsky.social: actionnetwork.org/letters/help...

This is what happens when you create safe #streetsforkids 👇 🎉Celebrating one year of our ambitious and transformative school street. 💚Happy, safe journeys to school for all these kids. Our first Streets for Kids manifesto ask? 👉An effective school street for every school.

Looking for a premium kids’ helmet that’s fun and safe? Check out our full review of the UNIT 1 SPARKY on Cycle Sprog! 👉 Read what 8-year-old Erin thought after testing it on school rides, family adventures around the Lake District, and even off-road: 🔗 www.cyclesprog.co.uk/reviews/spar...

Cycle Sprog's founder @karengee3.bsky.social wrote to the Chancellor last week about the potential cap on the Cycle to Work scheme salary sacrifice scheme. The current scheme is not perfect but it has enabled some parents to buy an electric cargo bike! www.linkedin.com/feed/update/...

If you want to find out how @cyclesprog.bsky.social came into being, just listen to the lastest edition of the @sukany4-podcast.bsky.social Plus my entire career journey from geography grad to insurance programme manager, via long covid and cycling with my kids! Enjoy.... #podcast #cycling

We were thrilled to be finalists in the Cycling Media of the Year category at the #BikeBizAwards! Such an honour to be recognised alongside some of the biggest names in the industry, flying the flag for kids bikes and family cycling. No trophy this time, but the recognition feels like a huge win!

Here's our breakdown of Hornit's all-new HERO pedal bike range, along with other accessories, so if you’re in the market for a new kids pedal bike and curious about these, then be sure to check it out! www.cyclesprog.co.uk/buying-advic...

New review live!! In this review, we take a detailed look at the Gazelle Cabby, a stylish new addition to the world of electric longtail cargo bikes. www.cyclesprog.co.uk/reviews/gaze...

We put the premium Early Rider Belter 14 to the test, and it quickly proved why it’s a brilliant choice. We love the child-specific design, but it was Joss who noticed the details: "Look Mummy, my feet don’t slip off these pedals!" www.cyclesprog.co.uk/reviews/earl... #FirstBike #CycleSprog

If your child is in KS2, you might get an email from school this year about Bikeability. 🚲 We’ve written a parent’s guide that explains everything you need to know. 👉 www.cyclesprog.co.uk/everyday-cyc... #Bikeability #KidicalMass #BikeBus

Last chance to vote for Cycle Sprog in the Bike Biz awards - we're the only finalist covering family cycling! bikebizawards.com/vote/ Voting closes on midnight on Friday. P.S. Don't forget to vote for the Global Bike Bus Summit too, as Event of the Year 🫶

🚲 Know someone who’s thinking about cycling the school run? We’ve put together a guide full of real-life tips to make it easier — from choosing the right setup to planning routes and handling busy mornings. 👉 www.cyclesprog.co.uk/cycling-to-s...

Meet SPARKY, the new helmet from UNIT 1. This helmet makes safety fun with tap-controlled lights and swappable inserts, while providing peace of mind for parents with EN-1078 certifications and a built-in Safety ID. www.cyclesprog.co.uk/helmets-clot... #SPARKY #UNIT1 #KidsHelmet #BikeSafety

So excited about our first ever Kidical Mass! Please share so we can get as many peeps to come and join the fun! Sign up at @cyclesprog.bsky.social @wheelsforwellbeing.org.uk #torbayhour #kidicalmass www.eventbrite.co.uk/e/1391255776...

We’ve been putting the Hamax Outback Double through its paces, family cycling holidays, park trips, and even birthday rides complete with balloons 🎈. Read our full review 👉https://www.cyclesprog.co.uk/recent-posts/hamax-outback-double-trailer-review/

Exciting news!!! We've been shortlisted for an award!! The "Cycling Media of the Year 2025" award no less! It's such an honour to be mentioned in the same space as some of the biggest names in the industry ☺️ If you'd like to vote for us - you can do so here: bikebizawards.com/vote/ #cycling

We couldn’t resist putting our own twist on the Kendal Summer Trail poster now up in the Cycle Sprog HQ window! If you're coming to the Lake District this summer do take time to visit our lovely little town, and see if you can find our subversive poster! #ActiveTravel #BikeIsBest #Kendal #Cumbria

Read our newest review- the YOMO 24- a versitile kids hybrid bike which is lightweight, well made and will put a smile on your kids face! Watch out isla and frog bikes- YOMO bikes are GOOOD! www.cyclesprog.co.uk/reviews/yomo... Ask ChatGPT

500km. One ultra race. Two toddlers in a trailer. Hetty Kingston shares what it really takes to adventure with babies on board, and why success isn’t measured in speed. Read it here: www.cyclesprog.co.uk/blog/hetty-k... #FamilyCycling #BikepackingWithKids #UltraDistance #UltraRacing

Seen other parents doing the school run by cargo bike and wondering if you could too? 🚲 Our on-demand masterclass helps you choose the right cargo bike for your family — no stress, no jargon. 🎒 Be ready for September www.cyclesprog.co.uk/link/course/...

New review: BTWIN 16” Discover 900 ✅ Lightweight ✅ Low step-through for little legs ✅ Great price (£199) Tested on UK trails and French adventures – this bike handled it all! 👉 www.cyclesprog.co.uk/reviews/btwi... #kidsbike #CycleSprog #firstpedalbike #btwin #decathlonbike

Accessories make everything more exciting, so here's our roundup of some great ideas for your little ones to bling their bikes. Also a useful way to avoid buying a cheap and heavy bike-shaped toy just because it's got Elsa from Frozen on it... www.cyclesprog.co.uk/buying-advic...

IT’S HERE! The brand NEW Kids Ride Shotgun Pro Evo is finally out – and available to pre-order NOW! We're stoked to have got our hands on one, check out our first impressions review now! www.cyclesprog.co.uk/reviews/kids...

🚲 After 7 years of hauling kids, shopping & so much more, our in-house cargo bike expert Saskia has finally written up what it’s really like to live with the Urban Arrow Family cargo bike. Is it worth the hype (and the price tag)? Here’s the honest review👇 🔗 www.cyclesprog.co.uk/reviews/urba...

New book alert! If you've got a teen girl who loves bikes, adventure or a good mystery (or all three!), the latest Shred Girls book is a must-read. Read our full article on why this book matters, especially when so many girls drop out of sport in their teens www.cyclesprog.co.uk/news-campaig...

We put the Burley Nomad Cargo Trailer to the ultimate test: 5 days touring in France with 3 kids aged 5 and under! 💛 Massive carrying capacity 🌦️ Water-resistant cover 🚴‍♀️ Super stable, even on bumpy trails www.cyclesprog.co.uk/reviews/burl...

We take our reviews very seriously. Our cargo bike expert @saskiaheijltjes.bsky.social is writing a review of her family's main form of transport, an Urban Arrow Family. Q: Does an adult* fit in the Urban Arrow Family with rain canopy on? A: Yes!! *She's not very tall 😅