{"id":7553,"date":"2022-07-13T00:00:00","date_gmt":"2022-07-13T00:00:00","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/wpmigr.edinburghbicycle.com\/blog\/confident-cycling-road"},"modified":"2026-02-24T12:10:09","modified_gmt":"2026-02-24T12:10:09","slug":"confident-cycling-road","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/blog.citrus-lime.com\/ebco\/blog\/confident-cycling-road","title":{"rendered":"How to be more confident cycling on the road"},"content":{"rendered":"

There have been numerous studies recently showing that road safety concerns are high on the list of factors that prevent more people cycling. As cycling is a very safe way to travel, it could be that a bit more confidence on the road will dispel these thoughts and get more people cycling. Below are a few ways to gain a bit more confidence and know that you are in control of yourself and the bike. Just in: Bikes new model 2025<\/strong><\/a>.<\/p>\n

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Make sure your bike is safe<\/h2>\n

The first step to confidence is to have confidence in your equipment. A simple \u2018M\u2019 check of your bike will tell you if your bike is safe to ride but generally, make sure the wheels and pedals are tight, the brakes (including the brake pads for bikes <\/a> ) and gears work, nothing is loose that shouldn\u2019t be and that the tyres are pumped up. Most bicycle workshops will offer a basic service<\/a> if you would like a professional to ensure your bike is good to go. To aid stability while riding, it is worth considering bicycle mirrors. <\/a><\/p>\n

Stick to your comfort zone to start with<\/h2>\n

Find a designated cycle path or quiet streets to start you off where you do not have to deal with motor vehicles. This will give you some vital experience of handling your bike in a setting that feels comfortable to you.<\/p>\n

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Learn the basics<\/h2>\n

Once you have found your quiet street or path, use this as an opportunity to practice the basics that you will need out on the road. Essential skills include \u2013<\/p>\n