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What's Life REALLY Like As A Pro Cyclist?

What's Life REALLY Like As A Pro Cyclist?

Hi, my name is Joe Laverick and I’m a 21-year-old pro-cyclist. I’m often asked what is life really like as a pro? It’s not as glamorous as it may seem. Our job is to perform, and when you're not getting results the mood can quickly change.

5 Hardest Climbs In The UK

5 Hardest Climbs In The UK

Pedalsure has already brought you The 10 Toughest Climbs In Cycling and it got us thinking: what about the climbs a little closer to home? It is sometimes difficult to seek out tough climbs to tackle, so we have helped you out and found them for you.

The 8 Best UK Sportives For New Cyclists

The 8 Best UK Sportives For New Cyclists

These friendly, more easy-going sportives will provide you with the motivation to get out on the bike more and act as an incentive to up the distance and elevation gain of the events you do over time. Here is our pick of the best sportives for beginners.

Does British Cycling Membership Insure Me?

Does British Cycling Membership Insure Me?

The insurance promises of the British Cycling membership programs aren’t all they’re cut out to be. It will also detail why Pedalsure is the best place to be if you want competitive, full coverage while you’re out and about, or even away from your bike.

Does Cycling Insurance Cover Racing?

Does Cycling Insurance Cover Racing?

There’s no better thrill in cycling than putting your training into effect by testing yourself against your fellow riders. Pedalsure covers all types of rider in all sorts of racing scenarios. Here is our detailed guide on racing with cycle insurance.

8 Challenges Every Cyclist Should Try

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8 Challenges Every Cyclist Should Try

Cycling regularly can have a positive impact on both our physical and mental health. However, sometimes it’s beneficial to get out of our comfort zone and take on a particularly big challenge that drives us even harder. Cyclists can do incredible things when they put their mind to it.

Can You Repair A Carbon Bike?

Can You Repair A Carbon Bike?

A guide to carbon fibre repair. Is it possible to repair a damaged carbon bike frame? What are the costs, is it secure and why should I get it done?

6 Things You May Not Know About The Grand Tours

6 Things You May Not Know About The Grand Tours

The Grand Tours in cycling are the three major professional cycling stage races: the Giro d'Italia, the Tour de France and the Vuelta a España. Together they are known as the ‘Grand Tours’.