There will be something for everybody from Leisure Cycling to Road Racers. We hope you will find this both informative and comprehensive. You may also find the SMARTways directory, our School Travel section and our Public Access information of use.
- Leisure Cycling : Get on Your Bike!
Thousands of people have realised that using their bicycles to make journeys can help them to lose weight without dieting, save money, and enjoy a longer, healthier life. In addition, you could help to make Scotland a better place to live.
- Leisure Cycling: Why you should give it a try
There are lots of reasons why you should give cycling a try. Listed below are some of the main reasons and benefits.
- Leisure Cycling : Terminology
In the section for new and leisure cyclists there is a list of the most frequently used terms in cycling, specifically for the new cyclist.
- Leisure Cycling : Tandeming
Not so long ago tandems almost vanished apart from a few die-hards who wouldn't let the pastime die.
- Leisure Cycling : Technical Information
This section of the site given over to the provision of advice and information for the new, returning, family or leisure cyclist.
- Cycling Safety : Introduction
Cycling, like all pastimes, or life in general, has an element of danger, we've all fallen off at some stage or other!
- Cycling Safety : Wearing a Helmet
Plus you should only wear a helmet designed for cycling and choose one that has plenty of vents as you could be sweating up a storm.
- Cycle Security : Introduction
Bicyles are vulnerable to theft. They are very mobile, high enough in value to be worth stealing yet often too low in value to be worht equipping with expensive security devices.
- Cycling Styles & Techniques
Riding styles and cycling techniques explained. Your ideal riding position is influenced by a number of factors.....
- Cycle Science : Introduction
The cycle is a tremendously efficient means of transportation. In fact cycling is more efficient than any other method of travel; including walking!
- Cycle Science : Cycling History
Cycling has a tremendous history unknown to many who ride today's modern "vehicle".
- Cycling for Women
In this section we introduce the main differences between male and female cyclist and the areas females need to be aware of to ensure that cycling is an enjoyable pastime.
- Cycle Workshop - Basic Maintenance
Preventing minor problems from becoming major costly ones should be the goal of every cyclist.
- Cycle Workshop - Advanced Checks
This section deals with more advanced maintenence for your bike and does require some knowledge of bikes.
- National Cycling Strategy
The National Cycling Strategy was launched in July 1996. It aims to establish a culture favourable to the increased use of bicycles for all age groups; to develop sound policies and good practice; and seek out effective and innovative means of fostering accessibility by bike.
- Cycle Routes
There are currently two classes of cycle routes in the UK; these are called National Cycle Networks (NCN) and Regional Cycle Routes (RCR).
- Cycles on Trains
ScotRail welcomes cyclists on all their services and taking the bike is now free.
- Tour & Racing Cycling : Introduction
In this substantial section we cover more of the advanced elements of cycling, without ignoring the basics.
- Tour & Racing Cycling : Technical Information
Welcome to the section of the site given over to the provision of advice and information for the more advanced cyclist.
- Tour & Racing Cycling : Training
We constantly refer to the fact that cycling is fun, that's because it is!
- Tour & Racing Cycling : Nutrition
There is an epidemic of obesity in many countries such as the US and Western Europe.
- Tour & Racing Cycling : Track Racing
The first track racing world championships was held in 1895.
- Tour & Racing Cycling : Road Racing
You may find yourself with an urge to take your cycling to a different stage and to attempt racing.
- Tour & Racing : Mountain Biking
Marin County, California is regarded by many as the birthplace of mountain biking.
- Tour & Racing Cycling : Cyclo-X
An introduction to Cyclo-X, fitness and skills. Cyclo-X has been around since the 1940's and was originally a way for road racers to maintain their fitness level through autumn and early winter.
- Cycling to School
Here is some information to help make cycling to school safe and enjoyable.
- Cycling : SMARTways Map
The new latest edition of the 'SMARTways Route Map & Guide' is now being prepared and will be distributed through-out North Lanarkshire soon.
- Recommended Routes
North Lanarkshire Council have several main routes which are recommended for Walking, Cycling and Running.
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