Get on your bike this winter

Enjoy cycling this winter

Cyclists across Greater Manchester are being urged to keep their wheels turning this winter as the long nights and cold weather set in.

Transport for Greater Manchester (TfGM) has launched its winter cycling campaign, which will equip people with the advice and information they need to continue to enjoy the benefits of cycling during the winter months.

A series of events across the region have been arranged to help people prepare for colder and wetter journeys, including free group and one-to-one cycle training, which is a great way to learn new skills or find out how to adapt cycling routes for the winter.

The events also include cycle maintenance courses and ‘drop-in-sessions’ at bike shops, where experts will be on hand to offer safety tips and free bike checks, and cyclists can pick up a TfGM cycling goodie bag and take advantage of in-store discounts.

TfGM’s top tips for cycling during the winter include:

• Get your bike fit for the freeze – check your bike more frequently, paying particular attention to the chain, brakes, tyres and wheel rims
• Be seen – make sure you can see and be seen clearly and your bike has working lights and reflectors
• Be prepared – carry spare batteries, puncture repair kit, pump and spare inner tubes
• Stay warm – invest in some waterproof and warm gear, like gloves and overshoes
• Adapt – think about changing your route to gritted main roads and be extra-aware of motorists’ reduced visibility.