Cycling is taken up for all sorts of reasons, whether it’s as the cheapest way to get to work, a leisurely way to enjoy some beautiful scenery or as a fiercely competitive racing sport.
Cycling as a sport has come a long way since its introduction in the 19th century, initially as a form of transportation. There are now various disciplines whether it be road, track, BMX, mountain biking, cyclo-cross or cycle speedway. The different disciplines all feature different skill sets, meaning that whether you’re a sprinter, a rough terrain-lover or a long-distance cyclist, there is something for everyone. The only downside to cycling is that the cost of good equipment – the bike itself in particular – can be high, but as any seasoned cyclist will tell you, a good bike pays for itself in the long run, especially if you are using it as a mode of transport to and from work.
The sport in all its forms also provides an incredible spectator experience. If you’ve ever heard the roar of a crowd fly around a velodrome or seen the leaders in the Tour de France rush over a distant hill, you would have to agree that there are few sports more exciting to watch. Not only that, but Britain is littered with all the cycling heroes a budding biker could want.
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- Diving
- Equestrian
- Fencing
- Football
- Golf
- Gymnastics
- Handball
- Hockey
- Indoor Climbing
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- Netball
- Rounders
- Rowing
- Rugby League
- Rugby Union
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- Slowpitch Softball
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- Squash & Racketball
- Swimming
- Table Tennis
- Taekwondo
- Tennis
- Triathlon
- Volleyball
- Weightlifting
- Yoga
Road cycling: one of four Olympic cycling disciplines