New research from Merlin Cycles shows that English cities with higher rates of cycling are happier overall. If cycling really is making us happier — especiall... Read more.
The UK is a nation of hardcore commuters. The average worker in the UK today will spend over a year of their life commuting to and from work — and it’s taki... Read more.
You shouldn’t underestimate the importance of choosing the right size of road bike. Not only can an ill-fitting bike negatively affect your comfort during a r... Read more.
As with any physical activity, regular cycling can help you to trim down and tone up. Incorporating a little two-wheeled exercise time into your workout routine... Read more.
In our recent series of articles, we’ve been looking at how young cyclists can take their interest in the sport to the next level. To find out more, we ... Read more.
Recently, we’ve been thinking a lot about how we can encourage more young people to get into cycling. And no one is doing a better job at that than the cyclin... Read more.
How do you inspire a young child to enjoy exercise in the great outdoors? While the allure of online gaming and social media are every-present, getting yo... Read more.
For many bike-riding parents, the time when your child shows an interest in cycling is a very special one. Once your child starts to show a keen interest in cyc... Read more.
From health improvements to a reduced carbon footprint, we all know the benefits of cycling. However, is it enough to convince you to give up the car and commut... Read more.
In the same way that human beings come in all shapes and sizes, so do mountain bikes. Choosing the right mountain bike frame size can be tricky. Getting it wron... Read more.
On the 15th July, Bex Rimmington took on the 2018 Ironman triathlon in Bolton, one of the toughest races in the world, and finished at the top of her group. Aft... Read more.
On the 15th July, the majority of people in the UK were gearing up to watch the World Cup final between France and Croatia from the comfort of their home... Read more.
The BBC’s Jeremy Vine is certainly not the only cyclist who has suffered road rage from a driver. We spoke to 1000 cyclists and found that more than half have... Read more.
In the UK, many of us spend more than two hours a day commuting to work. And many of us are willing to put up with even longer commutes. Crazy, but true! Cars a... Read more.
Have you ever experienced road rage while cycling? Tell us about your experiences on the road for the chance to win a Merlin Cycles Accessory pack worth over £... Read more.
Important as it is, the bike you ride will only take you so far. However, with a team of experts to guide your choice in store or online, we can certainly help ... Read more.
If you’re putting in some major cycling hours, then there’s no doubt that your body will be in need of a rest and some serious relief. But rather than soaki... Read more.
Nothing beats the feeling of spending a sunny afternoon exploring forest trails and hidden paths. Or not having to hit the gym in the evening because you’ve a... Read more.