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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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Hello 👋 we're so happy to be here!

Follow us for all things family cycling - kids bikes, bike seats, trailers, and cargo bikes 🚲 👶 🚲 🧒
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!
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...
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
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.
www.cyclesprog.co.uk
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 🫶
🚲 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...
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.
www.cyclesprog.co.uk
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
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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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...
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/
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
They do go up to 26" wheels - we've not reviewed that size, but I'd expect the bike to perform just as well
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
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...

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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.
www.cyclesprog.co.uk
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...
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
www.cyclesprog.co.uk
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...
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
www.cyclesprog.co.uk
🚲 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...
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.
www.cyclesprog.co.uk
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...
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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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...
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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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 😅
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We have put together a "Wheel of Benefits" graphic on setting 20mph as a default limit for communities.
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👀 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