Why cycle?

What’s good about going by bike…?

• For a short journey it’s the fastest way to travel.  It’s four times quicker than walking!
• You’ll get fit – cycling is a great form of exercise
• It gives you loads of freedom – so you won’t have to ask for a lift or wait for the bus
• It’s a fun way to get to school and it’s free!
• Find all the cool places to ride around London on the Cycle Guide maps at www.tfl.gov.uk/cycling.

Check out these top tips on looking after your bike:

• Find somewhere safe to lock your bike (avoid dark corners!)
• Make sure you lock your bike to something that won’t be easy to remove – look for a cycle stand
• Lock the frame to the stand – and if you’ve got ‘quick release’ wheels make sure they’re locked too
• Get a good lock – d-locks with keys are best (look for a ‘Sold Secure’ sticker) but if you tend to lose stuff get a combination lock!
• Remove any lights or parts that come off easily – if you don’t, somebody else will!

Check your helmet for a British standards kitemark.  All helmets bought from any good bike shop will have the BS mark which shows they have passed safety tests.