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More bikes than cars on Edinburgh rush hour route for first time
THERE were more bicycles than cars on a popular Edinburgh commuter route for the first time ever.
The milestone, which was achieved on Leith Walk from 8–9am on May...
Edinburgh Bike Station launches crowdfunder after flooding
An Edinburgh bike charity has launched a crowdfunder after their workshop was affected by flash flooding.
The Bike Station’s basement workshop in Tollcross was forced to close for eight days, after...
Young people in Midlothian urged to sign up for Tour de France employability scheme
YOUNG people in Midlothian are being urged to sign up for an employability programme linked to the Tour de France, which will pass through the county when...
Edinburgh commuters choosing bicycles more than ever
A new study has shown that the popularity of cycling as a commuting method has more than doubled since 2021.
Spokes, a cycling campaign group, monitored key...
Greenbank to Meadows Quiet Route – procedural inaccuracies may lead to removal of traffic...
Campaign groups for and against traffic calming measures in the Braids area have offered their reactions following Edinburgh council's latest published proposals.
Officers recommend that...
Braid Estate residents issue call to maintain Quiet Route measures
Residents in the Braid Estate have called for Edinburgh Council to maintain the Quiet Route implemented in the area, as councillors will vote next...
Celebrate one of Europe’s cycling classics
A leading independent Lothians bike retailer plans to celebrate one of Europe’s top cycle events with a special ride over 100km (60 miles).
Participants will...
British title for popular Lothians bike shop
Jonathan ‘Jonny’ McBain has guided his shop into the top ten of British independent bike dealer on several occasions, but he has never won...
Quigley aiming high after horror smash
Former Guinness world record holder, Josh Quigley, is lucky to be alive after a horror crash in Texas when his medical bills totalled over $500,000,...
International cyclo-cross star face-to-face with fans
Linlithgow-born international cyclo-cross star Cameron Mason headlines a special event hosted by Ned Boulting and the date is Friday, February 23 (18.00) at Pedal...
Using wrong products is wheely bad for your bike
Experienced cyclist Jonny McBain continues this mini-series by providing advice on how to cure squeaky brakes on bikes, a curse for the rider and also a...
The right clothing can make a difference in winter
Winter cycling and the wind chill can be a problem. Your head, hands and feet will suffer most, and that is where the specialist clothing comes in...
Taking care of your bike can save you cash
Out driving in the Lothians today, in town and country, and one could not miss lots of cyclists, young and old, encouraged by the sight of...
Naked bike ride set to return to city centre this summer
The "clothing optional" cycle has been given the go-ahead by the council.
The event will take place in July and seeks to highlight the vulnerability...
Decathlon stage wheely good class for bike beginners
Shoppers pushing their trolleys looked quizzically as cyclists clad in helmets and hi-vis jackets pushed their bikes past them heading for the customer lift in the Gyle...
Street transformation projects win funding
Edinburgh council projects aimed at transforming streets across the capital to make walking and cycling easier have been given a major cash boost.
More than...
Tandem riders stoking up interest
VIE Velo tandem riders are stoking up interest in Edinburgh in their bright pink club kit.
The organisation is a cycling club for blind and...
Still time to sign up for PoppyScotland’s Sportive this weekend
There is still time for any cyclists to sign up for the Sportive this weekend. Already Lothian tandem riders are gearing up for Poppyscotland’s...
Council Elections 2022 – Spokes Hustings Monday 28 March #SpokesMtg
Spokes Council Election Hustings will be held online on Monday 28 March from 7.30-9.30pm.
The focus of the hustings will be on transport policies with particular reference...
Cycle with the InfraSisters on 11 March – second night ride highlighting women’s...
The next cycle ride to highlight the need for a safe cycling environment for women will be held on 11 March.
The InfraSisters will lead...
What’s on – Light Up the Night Cycle Ride
by Kirsty Lewin of Spokes Porty
On 10 December at 7.30pm, people from across the city will gather at Middle Meadow Walk to cycle...
Linlithgow cyclist conquers ‘Everest’
A young Linlithgow Bridge cyclist set out on Sunday (17th Oct) to make an attempt on the Scottish record for cycling the height of...
Join in the 2021 Fancy Women Bike Ride
The Fancy Women Bike Ride takes place on 19 September 2021 when all women are invited to take to their bikes in their Sunday...
Tour of Britain announces details of Scottish stages
Rescheduled to 2021 owing to the COVID-19 pandemic, the 17th edition of the UK’s most prestigious stage race (Sunday 5-12 September) will cover more...
Days out from the city – cycle through time
A round trip from Edinburgh city centre to the 15th century Rosslyn Chapel in Midlothian gives a wonderful day out on the bicycle and...
Podcast – cycling around Portobello
I went for a cycle around Portobello this week with Kirsty Lewin who is an active travel expert, and who now volunteers with Spokes...
Opinion – Why not choose to cycle?
Diana Farrell has her own blog. Recently she wrote a really interesting article recognising that there are good reasons why people do not choose...
Silent vigil held for James Harrison
The cycling community in Edinburgh came out in force today to remember a cyclist killed on the city's roads last week.
James Harrison was...
Council to decide on temporary active travel measures
This week the council will discuss proposals for setting up temporary cycling and walking infrastructure to allow the city to open up after...
Spending for emergency cycling and walking measures announced
For years now, campaigners have called for more spending on cycling and active travel. Today, suddenly, all their dreams came true at once.
As...
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