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🚲 Kids bike reviews and advice on cycling with children of all ages ℹ️ Info on cargo bikes for carrying kids, learning to ride a bike and family cycle routes

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Bikeability @bikeabilityuk.bsky.social · 28/09/2026
One week to go until #CycleToSchoolWeek! 🚲 Next week thousands of schoolchildren will use pedal power to get to school. Pledged? Make sure you’ve downloaded your Pledge Pack and got your plans in place. Not pledged yet? There’s still time! 🔗 cycletoschoolweek.co.uk
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TandemKate @tandemkate.bsky.social · 21/07/2026
Hope other people find this article useful - it’s just an outline of bits we’ve found helpful over the last 2 decades of cycling with children with various of us also being Disabled people. Please ask any questions here too if I might be able to help!
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Tim Morton @timmorton2.bsky.social · 16/07/2026
How does #ThomasTuchel deal with the stress of the job, as reported by @cyclesprog.bsky.social 🍦🚴
"Sometimes you just go on a bike and you just need a big parking lot, an ice cream in your hand for 15 minutes on a bike and then you feel like you're 15 years old.

You enjoy your evening on a warm, summer evening for 15 minutes with the ice cream and you reconnect to the beauty of that feeling that we all have inside of us and that's sometimes all it needs."
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Cycle Sprog @cyclesprog.bsky.social · 13/07/2026
Cycling with disabled children isn't just "can they ride a bike?" It's whether they can make the actual journey needed. Kate Ball shares her family's story: rear-steer tandems, trikes, e-tandems, and years of trial and error. www.cyclesprog.co.uk/inspiration/... @wheelsforwellbeing.org.uk
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The right cycle for the journey: cycling with disabled children
From rear-steer tandems to e-bikes, Kate Ball shares practical advice on cycling with disabled children for everyday journeys.
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Saskia Heijltjes @saskiaheijltjes.bsky.social · 24/06/2026
Karen Gee @cyclesprog.bsky.social and I were both hoping to attend @cleancitiescampaign.org Curious Cities Assembly for the 2nd day tomorrow, but the irony is that it’s too hot to travel... We need less traffic and tarmac, more trees and plants, wider pavements, more cycle lanes & seating.
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Clean Cities @cleancitiescampaign.org · 23/04/2026
😲 🚲 Families could save thousands of pounds a year by switching from a second-hand car to an electric cargo bike & public transport. Take a look at our new research with @solveschoolrun.bsky.social ⬇️ cleancitiescampaign.org/want-to-save...
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Want to save £4k during the fuel crisis? “Get on your cargo bike” says TV’s Dr Chris
Families can save thousands of pounds a year by ditching their car for an electric cargo bike - but many households cannot make the switch.
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Carla Francome @carlafrancome.bsky.social · 21/04/2026
My daughter is in the local paper for I think the first time ever this week! Thank you to the Ham and High for publishing this piece 🗞️🗞️ It’s about what I’ve learnt from cycling with her, as she’s grown up pedalling in London. D learnt to ride a bike when she was four … 1/7
Daughter holding the paper on her bike Me with daughter with paper in front of her face
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Saskia Heijltjes @saskiaheijltjes.bsky.social · 01/04/2026
🚲 There’s a new crowdfunder to support Kidical Mass rides across the UK, and it’s one of those small things that quietly makes a big difference. 👇 www.crowdfunder.co.uk/p/km-insurance Image credit: @jamiebellinger.com 1/8
Girl cycling in middle of group. Image credit: Jamie Bellinger
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Cycle Sprog @cyclesprog.bsky.social · 07/04/2026
Fuel prices are climbing and family budgets are under pressure. Could an electric cargo bike be the answer? We've put together a full guide on how much a family cargo bike actually costs: cyclesprog.co.uk/cargo-bikes/how-much-does-an-electric-family-cargo-bike-cost
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How much does an electric family cargo bike cost?
Are you thinking of buying an e-cargo bike for your family? Here's everything you need to know about the cost of buying and owning one.
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Solve the School Run @solveschoolrun.bsky.social · 03/04/2026
Why is the UK so far behind France and Germany with cargo bike purchases? Cycling Electric Magazine highlighted the following figures for new purchases:*: UK - 4000 Germany - 90,000 France - 70,000 Quite a difference! 🤔 Why, do you think? * in 2022
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Cargo bike trials show high post study purchase, plus half of trips replace car miles
A new cargo bike study out of England confirms that the vehicles are replacing car trips by as much as 50% of the journeys taken.
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Biking the Borderlands @borderlandsbike.bsky.social · 07/03/2026
Brilliant post. Lots of family cycling info is based on young kids and this provides a great perspective for older kids.
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Cycle Sprog @cyclesprog.bsky.social · 25/02/2026
Family cycling doesn’t end when kids become teenagers — it just changes 🚲 We’re excited to share a thoughtful guest article by Kate Ball on everyday cycling with teens: building independence, using e-bikes & folding bikes, and adapting as family life evolves. 🔗 www.cyclesprog.co.uk/inspiration/...
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Everyday cycling with teenagers
There’s plenty written about cycling with small children, but far less about the teenage years. In this personal piece, Kate shares what helped her family support independent travel, from e-bikes to r...
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Bikeability @bikeabilityuk.bsky.social · 09/02/2026
This #ChildrensMentalHealthWeek, we’re sharing how cycling supports children’s wellbeing. Research shows young people who cycle weekly report higher confidence, connection & mental wellbeing. We're helps children build skills for life — on & off the road.
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Cycling and children's mental health
We explore the positive impact of cycling for mental health, in honour of Children’s Mental Health Week.
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Cycle Sprog @cyclesprog.bsky.social · 09/02/2026
Last chance to win a £100 voucher for kids cycling kit. Fill in our family cycling survey now: www.cyclesprog.co.uk/blog/win-a-1... Please share @kidicalmass.bsky.social @bikewalkscoot.bsky.social @emilykerr36.bsky.social @bicyclemayorbath.bsky.social
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Albert Lechat @albertlechat.bsky.social · 06/02/2026
Vous ne verrez rien de plus mignon aujourd'hui...
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Cycle Sprog @cyclesprog.bsky.social · 26/01/2026
You told us you wanted more support around campaigning for safer cycling routes. We listened, and created this guide: www.cyclesprog.co.uk/news-campaig... If you want to influence what Cycle Sprog focuses on next, our 2026 survey is open now: 3ik3ly4nofr.typeform.com/to/OyFA0fc0
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How to campaign for safer cycling
Get involved with campaigning for better cycling infrastructure through engaging with decision makers, joining a local campaign, or starting a Bike Bus.
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Madeleine Bonsma-Fisher, PhD @mbonsma.bsky.social · 20/01/2026
Me out front vs. my son humming happily to himself in his cozy compartment. "Why are you cold, Mom? I'm not cold at all!"
Anna from Frozen looking at her fingers worriedly as they freeze My Tern GSD e-cargo bike on a cold winter day with the Storm Shield cover on the back and my son sitting inside the covered area
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Cycle Sprog @cyclesprog.bsky.social · 20/01/2026
We’re running a family cycling survey and would love your input. Your responses will help shape what Cycle Sprog does next, and will feed into a report on how family cycling is changing. Take part 👉 www.cyclesprog.co.uk/blog/win-a-1... ps. you can win a £100 voucher for kids cycling kit
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Take part in our survey and win a £100 voucher
Take part in our survey and win a £100 voucher to spend on kids cycling kit!
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Playing Out @playingout.bsky.social · 15/12/2025
Come to Bristol on 12th March! A day-conference bringing together people from across this wide and diverse movement for children's freedom and right to play out near home. Great speakers, lots of discussion. Low-cost and free ticket options! Don't miss it. www.eventbrite.co.uk/e/celebratin...
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Celebrating 16yrs of Playing Out!
Join us in Bristol as we share learning, look ahead and release this amazing, diverse movement for children's freedom into the world.
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De Filmende Fietser @filmendefietser.eurosky.social · 05/01/2026
Just wow! 🤩❄️
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Cycle Sprog @cyclesprog.bsky.social · 08/12/2025
🎄+ 🚲 = 🧑‍🎄 www.cyclesprog.co.uk/blog/how-to-...
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How to carry a Christmas tree by (cargo) bike
The best way to get your Christmas tree home? By (cargo) bike of course! Here are our top tips for how to carry a Christmas tree by bike
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Cycle Sprog @cyclesprog.bsky.social · 08/12/2025
If you’d like to help make cycling and walking an easier, safer option for everyone, here’s the link with a template response by the brilliant @transportaction.bsky.social: actionnetwork.org/letters/help...
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Help make cycling and walking the fun and easy options!
In June, Transport Action Network won a historic victory in the Court of Appeal, the most significant case for active travel in English legal history. Following this, the government is consulting on a...
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Solve the School Run @solveschoolrun.bsky.social · 28/11/2025
This is what happens when you create safe #streetsforkids 👇 🎉Celebrating one year of our ambitious and transformative school street. 💚Happy, safe journeys to school for all these kids. Our first Streets for Kids manifesto ask? 👉An effective school street for every school.
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Cycle Sprog @cyclesprog.bsky.social · 24/11/2025
Looking for a premium kids’ helmet that’s fun and safe? Check out our full review of the UNIT 1 SPARKY on Cycle Sprog! 👉 Read what 8-year-old Erin thought after testing it on school rides, family adventures around the Lake District, and even off-road: 🔗 www.cyclesprog.co.uk/reviews/spar...
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UNIT 1 SPARKY Kids’ Helmet Review | Safety and fun for young cyclists
Discover the UNIT 1 SPARKY kids’ helmet. Read our full Cycle Sprog review to see what 8-year-old Erin and her family thought.
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Cycle Sprog @cyclesprog.bsky.social · 17/11/2025
Cycle Sprog's founder @karengee3.bsky.social wrote to the Chancellor last week about the potential cap on the Cycle to Work scheme salary sacrifice scheme. The current scheme is not perfect but it has enabled some parents to buy an electric cargo bike! www.linkedin.com/feed/update/...
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#familycycling #cargobikes #activetravel #cycletowork #sustainabletransport | Karen Gee | 14 comments
Didn’t think when I woke up this morning that I’d be writing to the Chancellor of the Exchequer! But here we are.... Reports that the Cycle to Work scheme may be capped could put higher-cost bik...
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Karen Gee @karengee3.bsky.social · 06/11/2025
If you want to find out how @cyclesprog.bsky.social came into being, just listen to the lastest edition of the @sukany4-podcast.bsky.social Plus my entire career journey from geography grad to insurance programme manager, via long covid and cycling with my kids! Enjoy.... #podcast #cycling
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Cycle Sprog @cyclesprog.bsky.social · 22/10/2025
We were thrilled to be finalists in the Cycling Media of the Year category at the #BikeBizAwards! Such an honour to be recognised alongside some of the biggest names in the industry, flying the flag for kids bikes and family cycling. No trophy this time, but the recognition feels like a huge win!
Saskia, Mildred, Karen and Emily at the 2025 Bike Biz Awards in Birmingham
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Cycle Sprog @cyclesprog.bsky.social · 13/10/2025
Here's our breakdown of Hornit's all-new HERO pedal bike range, along with other accessories, so if you’re in the market for a new kids pedal bike and curious about these, then be sure to check it out! www.cyclesprog.co.uk/buying-advic...
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Cycle Sprog @cyclesprog.bsky.social · 07/10/2025
New review live!! In this review, we take a detailed look at the Gazelle Cabby, a stylish new addition to the world of electric longtail cargo bikes. www.cyclesprog.co.uk/reviews/gaze...
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Gazelle Cabby Cargo Bike Review: Compact E-Cargo for Families
Read our review of the Gazelle Cabby electric longtail cargo bike. How it performs with kids on board, compare it to other longtails, and discover if it’s the right e-cargo bike for your family.
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Cycle Sprog @cyclesprog.bsky.social · 29/09/2025
We put the premium Early Rider Belter 14 to the test, and it quickly proved why it’s a brilliant choice. We love the child-specific design, but it was Joss who noticed the details: "Look Mummy, my feet don’t slip off these pedals!" www.cyclesprog.co.uk/reviews/earl... #FirstBike #CycleSprog
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Early Rider Belter 14 Review | Best First Pedal Bike?
Read our Early Rider Belter review to see how this premium 14 inch bike performs as a first pedal bike.
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Cycle Sprog @cyclesprog.bsky.social · 08/09/2025
If your child is in KS2, you might get an email from school this year about Bikeability. 🚲 We’ve written a parent’s guide that explains everything you need to know. 👉 www.cyclesprog.co.uk/everyday-cyc... #Bikeability #KidicalMass #BikeBus
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What is Bikeability? A parent’s guide
Find out what Bikeability is, what your child needs to take part, and how to help them get the most out of cycle training at school – including guidance on bikes and equipment.
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Cycle Sprog @cyclesprog.bsky.social · 27/08/2025
Last chance to vote for Cycle Sprog in the Bike Biz awards - we're the only finalist covering family cycling! bikebizawards.com/vote/ Voting closes on midnight on Friday. P.S. Don't forget to vote for the Global Bike Bus Summit too, as Event of the Year 🫶
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Vote | BikeBiz Awards
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Cycle Sprog @cyclesprog.bsky.social · 27/08/2025
🚲 Know someone who’s thinking about cycling the school run? We’ve put together a guide full of real-life tips to make it easier — from choosing the right setup to planning routes and handling busy mornings. 👉 www.cyclesprog.co.uk/cycling-to-s...
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How to start cycling to school with kids
Check out our tips on how to start cycling to school with your child, including route, weather preparing, and how to carry school bags.
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Cycle Sprog @cyclesprog.bsky.social · 20/08/2025
Meet SPARKY, the new helmet from UNIT 1. This helmet makes safety fun with tap-controlled lights and swappable inserts, while providing peace of mind for parents with EN-1078 certifications and a built-in Safety ID. www.cyclesprog.co.uk/helmets-clot... #SPARKY #UNIT1 #KidsHelmet #BikeSafety
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SPARKY kids helmet: making safety fun, one ride at a time
SPARKY is a brand new smart bike helmet for kids from UNIT 1, a safety-tech brand on a mission to make cities safer for cyclists of all ages
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Bike Mayor Beth @bethcycle.bsky.social · 01/08/2025
So excited about our first ever Kidical Mass! Please share so we can get as many peeps to come and join the fun! Sign up at @cyclesprog.bsky.social @wheelsforwellbeing.org.uk #torbayhour #kidicalmass www.eventbrite.co.uk/e/1391255776...
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Cycle Sprog @cyclesprog.bsky.social · 08/08/2025
We’ve been putting the Hamax Outback Double through its paces, family cycling holidays, park trips, and even birthday rides complete with balloons 🎈. Read our full review 👉https://www.cyclesprog.co.uk/recent-posts/hamax-outback-double-trailer-review/
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Cycle Sprog @cyclesprog.bsky.social · 28/07/2025
Exciting news!!! We've been shortlisted for an award!! The "Cycling Media of the Year 2025" award no less! It's such an honour to be mentioned in the same space as some of the biggest names in the industry ☺️ If you'd like to vote for us - you can do so here: bikebizawards.com/vote/ #cycling
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Cycle Sprog @cyclesprog.bsky.social · 25/07/2025
We couldn’t resist putting our own twist on the Kendal Summer Trail poster now up in the Cycle Sprog HQ window! If you're coming to the Lake District this summer do take time to visit our lovely little town, and see if you can find our subversive poster! #ActiveTravel #BikeIsBest #Kendal #Cumbria
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Cycle Sprog @cyclesprog.bsky.social · 25/07/2025
Read our newest review- the YOMO 24- a versitile kids hybrid bike which is lightweight, well made and will put a smile on your kids face! Watch out isla and frog bikes- YOMO bikes are GOOOD! www.cyclesprog.co.uk/reviews/yomo... Ask ChatGPT
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YOMO 24 Review: A versatile 24 inch hybrid kids bike - Cycle Sprog
Our in-depth YOMO 24 review covers first impressions, performance, a why it’s a top pick for young riders moving up from a 20” bike.
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Cycle Sprog @cyclesprog.bsky.social · 10/07/2025
500km. One ultra race. Two toddlers in a trailer. Hetty Kingston shares what it really takes to adventure with babies on board, and why success isn’t measured in speed. Read it here: www.cyclesprog.co.uk/blog/hetty-k... #FamilyCycling #BikepackingWithKids #UltraDistance #UltraRacing
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Hetty Kingston on how she overcame two huge challenges with two tiny humans, from writing a book to racing an ultra with two toddlers in a trailer
Hetty Kingston on how she overcame two huge challenges with two tiny humans, from writing a book to racing an ultra with two toddlers in a trailer
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Cycle Sprog @cyclesprog.bsky.social · 08/07/2025
Seen other parents doing the school run by cargo bike and wondering if you could too? 🚲 Our on-demand masterclass helps you choose the right cargo bike for your family — no stress, no jargon. 🎒 Be ready for September www.cyclesprog.co.uk/link/course/...
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Choosing Your Family’s Cargo Bike: All You Need to Know
Overview of all things cargo bikes; what it’s like to own one, explainer of different types of cargo bikes and what to consider before deciding whether a cargo bike is right for your family.
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Cycle Sprog @cyclesprog.bsky.social · 02/07/2025
New review: BTWIN 16” Discover 900 ✅ Lightweight ✅ Low step-through for little legs ✅ Great price (£199) Tested on UK trails and French adventures – this bike handled it all! 👉 www.cyclesprog.co.uk/reviews/btwi... #kidsbike #CycleSprog #firstpedalbike #btwin #decathlonbike
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BTWIN 16” Discover 900 First Impressions Revie
Cycle Sprog's review of the BTWIN 16 inch Discover 900 bike. What do our three and five-year-old reviewers think of this budget 16" bike?
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Cycle Sprog @cyclesprog.bsky.social · 01/07/2025
Accessories make everything more exciting, so here's our roundup of some great ideas for your little ones to bling their bikes. Also a useful way to avoid buying a cheap and heavy bike-shaped toy just because it's got Elsa from Frozen on it... www.cyclesprog.co.uk/buying-advic...
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Best kids bike accessories: baskets, bells, bags and more
Our roundup of some of the best accessories for bikes that your kids are bound to love. Make their bikes unique with fun bells, baskets, bags, and more
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Cycle Sprog @cyclesprog.bsky.social · 25/06/2025
IT’S HERE! The brand NEW Kids Ride Shotgun Pro Evo is finally out – and available to pre-order NOW! We're stoked to have got our hands on one, check out our first impressions review now! www.cyclesprog.co.uk/reviews/kids...
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Kids Ride Shotgun Pro Evo first impressions review | Cycle Sprog
Cycle Sprog's first impressions review of the new Kids Ride Shotgun Pro Evo seat for taking toddlers mountain biking with you
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Cycle Sprog @cyclesprog.bsky.social · 17/06/2025
🚲 After 7 years of hauling kids, shopping & so much more, our in-house cargo bike expert Saskia has finally written up what it’s really like to live with the Urban Arrow Family cargo bike. Is it worth the hype (and the price tag)? Here’s the honest review👇 🔗 www.cyclesprog.co.uk/reviews/urba...
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Urban Arrow Family review
Thinking about an electric cargo bike for your family? Our in-depth Urban Arrow Family review covers everything from ride quality to kid comfort, accessories and real-life use.
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Cycle Sprog @cyclesprog.bsky.social · 16/06/2025
New book alert! If you've got a teen girl who loves bikes, adventure or a good mystery (or all three!), the latest Shred Girls book is a must-read. Read our full article on why this book matters, especially when so many girls drop out of sport in their teens www.cyclesprog.co.uk/news-campaig...
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New Shred Girls book inspires teen girls to ride and read!
New book inspires teen girls to ride and read: Shred Girls series returns! Get inspired and oder it from Waterstones now!
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Cycle Sprog @cyclesprog.bsky.social · 12/06/2025
We put the Burley Nomad Cargo Trailer to the ultimate test: 5 days touring in France with 3 kids aged 5 and under! 💛 Massive carrying capacity 🌦️ Water-resistant cover 🚴‍♀️ Super stable, even on bumpy trails www.cyclesprog.co.uk/reviews/burl...
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Burley Nomad Cargo Trailer review: A family touring essential - Cycle Sprog
Discover how the Burley Nomad cargo trailer performed on a five-day family cycling tour in France in our rider review.
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Cycle Sprog @cyclesprog.bsky.social · 09/06/2025
We take our reviews very seriously. Our cargo bike expert @saskiaheijltjes.bsky.social is writing a review of her family's main form of transport, an Urban Arrow Family. Q: Does an adult* fit in the Urban Arrow Family with rain canopy on? A: Yes!! *She's not very tall 😅
Saskia sitting in the Urban Arrow Family cargo bike
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20's Plenty for Us @20splenty.bsky.social · 06/06/2025
We have put together a "Wheel of Benefits" graphic on setting 20mph as a default limit for communities.
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Clean Cities @cleancitiescampaign.org · 02/06/2025
👀 What do safe streets for kids really look like? We ranked 36 European cities on key measures like school streets, safe speed limits, and protected bike lanes. Who's setting the standard, and who still has work to do? Find out 👇 🔗 cleancitiescampaign.org/city... #CityRanking #StreetsForKids
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