We asked Trish and Jo from Wandsworth, two of the first cycle buddies to meet up and ride together.
We connect people wanting to cycle more with local buddies who want to help them. Buddies can then meet up in your part of London and ride together. What are you waiting for?
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Cycle Buddies - seeking a buddy
Do you want a little help to cycle more? We can connect you with experienced people cycling in your area - sign up to Cycle Buddies. It's free!
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Cycle Buddies - helpers
Can you share the joy and freedom of getting around by bike? Our helper buddies give their time to help others.
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Cycle Buddies - Instructors
Create a profile to allow people to search for professional instructors and sign up for lessons.
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I’ve lived in London for a long time and I always thought that cycling in London was very dangerous. Slowly but surely my confidence has increased to the extent that I cycle everywhere now, even with it getting dark very early. I feel quite confident in getting home now.
What’s it like to be a cycle buddy?
We asked Trish and Jo from Wandsworth, two of the first cycle buddies to meet up and ride together.
Trish's story
"When I saw Cycle Buddies online I signed up right away. I used to go dancing three times a week but I had to give all that up in lockdown. Cycling has replaced my dancing. I’m in my 50s, it’s so much better for me getting around like this. Cycling is fantastic for the heart, for your self-esteem and for your whole body."
Trish's story
"I used to ride only at the weekends. I’d ride on the pavements sometimes even though I knew I wasn’t supposed to - the roads were just too frightening in some places. My buddy Jo has been fantastic. I didn’t feel confident before Cycle Buddies, certainly not to ride to work, but I can do that now."
Jo's Story
"When Cycle Buddies introduced us we got in touch to set up a ride. We took it in turns riding, I led for a while then Trish took over. It wasn’t me training her, it was us doing it together. I find buddying rewarding. It’s so good to build this community, and I’m so pleased I’ve met Trish."
I’m a female rider and I’d like to ride with another woman.
When you create your profile, you can choose to only be matched with riders of the same gender. You can also change this on your profile at any time. No one can choose to only be matched with people of the opposite gender.
Are there any resources to help me cycle?
Yes. Explore our advice pages here and also listed below. If there is something you want to know that’s missing from this list please drop us a line at cyclebuddies@lcc.org.uk
I want to find out about Cycle Buddies in the workplace
Encouraging cycling in the workplace has a tangible effect on employees health and wellbeing with the added benefit of reducing your organisation’s carbon footprint. Cycle Buddies connects people who want support to cycle more in touch with more experienced buddies in their local area. Buddies can then meet up and ride together – practicing a safe commute or getting exercise outdoors.
Find out more about Cycle Buddies in the workplace here and find out more about NHS Cycle Buddies here.
Personal safety when meeting your Cycle Buddy
Once you connect with a Cycle Buddy on the platform, it is important to remember that you are dealing with a stranger – please follow our advice below:
Feel free to contact the Cycle Buddies team at any time, on this email address. Please contact us right away if you have any concerns about any aspect of the scheme or the arrangements with your Buddy.
How does LCC hold and use my personal information?
Please see our Privacy Policy here.
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