Travel

We cyclists have a lot to contend with on UK roads. If it’s not potholes large enough to swallow a Brompton whole, it’s the delightful sheen of a diesel spill. And if it’s not motorists scrolling TikTok, it’s drivers mesmerised by their ever-expanding dashboard touchscreens - the latest must-have feature in the ongoing competition to see how little of the road head one can actually look at.

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If you ever wanted proof that Britain is a land of quietly baked-in inequality, take a look at who’s on a bike. A new report from Sustrans has confirmed what many have long suspected: cycling in the UK is still a largely male pursuit, and the problem starts young. Almost twice as many boys as girls cycle regularly, a discrepancy that echoes into the adult world, where only half as many women as men take to two wheels.

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Whether it’s the promise of sunshine, scenic routes, or the lure of local cuisine, there’s no shortage of reasons to hit the road in Europe. But before you set off, a little preparation can make all the difference. Some of it is common sense – making sure your vehicle is in good shape, mapping out your route, and allowing plenty of time for the journey.

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Motorhomes and campervans offer an enviable freedom to roam – heading for wherever the mood takes you, pulling over for a brew with a view, and waking up somewhere new. And once you’ve parked up, getting about couldn’t be easier: Just bring a bike. Or three.

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If your travel plans for 2019 include a trip by campervan, feast your eyes on the Nimbus - a hybrid electric people carrier that combines styling elements of the iconic Airstream trailer and VW kombi van to produce a design far more radical than anything on the market today. Boasting far more window area, interior space and ground clearance...