The Spoon Drawer

Source: unsplash.com via Pexels 2012 was a great year for cycling; Bradley Wiggins, Victoria Pendleton and Laura Trott all won gold at the London Olympics. It brought about a new wave of interest in cycling and more than ever, people of all ages wanted to ride a bike. The ‘cycle to work’ scheme, which aims to promote a healthier lifestyle and reduce the negative impact on the environment, has been around since 1999, but it saw renewed interest following Britain’s success in London. Even some of the sports attire for cycling has become popular – sales for casual cycling clothing are ever increasing. There has been a big rise in the trend of ‘athleisure’; the concept of sports-meets-causal clothing which can be worn in either scenario. More and more brands are creating lines, many partnering with celebrities, like Beyonce’s Ivy Park collection with Topshop. This, of course, has been contributed to by the ‘clean eating’ trend which floods most social media feeds these days (...

So yesterday (Sunday 19 th June) it was the London to Brighton cycling event, a hugely anticipated British Heart Foundation charity fundraising bike ride between the capital and everyone’s favourite seaside town. Thousands of southerners and biking enthusiasts took to the saddle at the crack of dawn with the Brighton seaside finish line clear in their minds. I actually knew a guy participating this year, so it was not only just important that I was there to cheer him on, but I was also there for the very important fish and chips consumption afterwards. Image Source As a huge cycling fan and a Brighton local, I managed to catch a lot of the action as the riders began to filter their way into the city of Brighton. It was a feast for the eyes for a bike lover like myself, thanks to the array of beautiful racing bikes and the sheer commitment shown in all participants’ faces.  We as humans often shy away from putting ourselves through extended pain, however these guys al...

Most of you will know I have been living and loving life on two wheels for some time now. I am an avid supporter and voice for all things environmentally-friendly; luckily for me, I live in southern England, home to some of the most beautiful cycling spots, offering keen cyclists some of the UK’s best experience for all levels of cycling, mountain bikers, road and more casual family riders. With the South Downs right on my door step, I feel incredibly lucky to have unlimited access to such beautiful countryside.  What about further afield, as more and more climb on board the cycling trend and get up to scratch with how they can contribute to saving this planet, perhaps a cycling holiday will now appeal to more and more people? Bike Friendly Travel For many, a holiday is a time to relax and unwind, the thought of excessive exercise whilst on holiday may put many people off the idea. Have you ever considered that actually travelling by bike is much less tiring on the fee...

It’s safe to say that most people are becoming more environmentally aware. It’s become a part of our daily lives to think about the way we impact on the environment, and that’s a good thing. We all know by now that there are so many diverse ways of making a difference. Most of us recycle, some of us use recycled materials in our home, and many of us support green initiatives like renewable energy and the reduction of our reliance on fossil fuels. Many people have adopted alternative modes of transport too – with a significant proportion choosing bikes to get around. Making The Transition We all get comfortable with what we are used to. If you go to work on the tube, train, bus or by car you will certainly have your own little routine. It is definitely a transition, but think about this list of benefits to help motivate you to change; • Save Money – this is a HUGE bonus. You literally spend zero on transport costs with a bike. Occasional repairs aside, it’s all on the up. • ...