Cycling is quick, cheap and reliable.
An environmentally friendly way to get around and stay healthy.

Rachel cycling in Portishead marina
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I ride to avoid the cost and stress of driving and parking plus getting some extra fitness in.

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Rachel

Cycling through Portishead.

Franciska cycling on Gloucester Road
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It keeps me healthy. I don’t feel tired like I used to. I used to get very bad headaches but I don’t get them anymore since I started cycling.

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Franciska

Cycling through The Arches, Bristol.

Kirris cycling in Victoria Park, Bristol
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Cycling gives me a sense of freedom

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Kirris

Cycling through Victoria Park, Bristol.

Young man standing with his bike on Gloucester Road Bristol
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I like the time that it saves me commuting to work.

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Jon

Cycling through Gloucester Road, Bristol.

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Share this post on Twitter – opens in a new tab Today is Time To Talk Day. A chance to listen, share, and talk about what really matters.February can be a tough month for everyone, getting out in nature and exercise can help.We are here for you if you want to come and chat to our friendly instructors or just take a moment for yourself. #Rainbow#Nature#MentalHealthAwareness#TimeToTalk#Mind
Share this post on Twitter – opens in a new tab For safer rides don't forget to regularly do an M‑Check.Prevent bigger fixes by giving your bike a quick check including: 🛞 Wheels - pump those tyres.🛑 Brakes - check cables too.⛓️‍💥 Chain - give it a clean and oil.A happy bike = a smoother ride 🚴‍♀️#LoveYourBike #MCheck#Cycling#
Share this post on Twitter – opens in a new tab We love teaching everyone to learn to ride! So we thought let's count! No competition, just a record for us to see how many people have started their cycling journey with us. Here's our tally board coming to the end of January. 20 people so far have started to pedal independently with our help so far in 2026!Wanting to learn? Why not join them and come along to our Learn to Ride sessions.Every Saturday and Sunday at 10.45am and 1.15pm.
Share this post on Twitter – opens in a new tab 🔧 Maintaining our large fleet of cycles is an ongoing job. ⚙️ Here our instructor is logging everything on our daily bike log to check the cycles are safe to ride. We want everyone to find joy in cycling and that means making sure our cycles are in ready to roll. 🚲 #CycleSafe#Mechanic#CyclingCentre#Trikes
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Better By Bike has helped over 2,000 people to borrow a bike and start cycling to work 

Try an e-bike, folding or regular bike for up to a month for free

Book an Adult cycle training session to help boost your confidence and reduce the fear of cycling on the road

Sessions can be tailored for experienced cyclists, as well as beginners

We can help Local businesses across the West of England to help encourage their employees to ride to work

We can help with loan bikes, training, bike maintenance and support

Are you ready to start cycling?
Get started today.

Download our guide

Everything you need to know about riding a bike – including advice on buying a bike, top riding tips and basic maintenance skills.

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Loan bike scheme

Borrow a bike for week or up to a month for free. We have a range of electric, city or folding bike available in all sizes and can provide you with all the gear to get you on the road.

Adult cycling skills

Boost your confidence and skills with our cycle training courses and 1-2-1 accompanied rides.

Bike shops

Find your local bike shop offering bikes sales, secondhand bikes and repairs.