Cycling has so many disciplines that it’s easily the largest sports family. And among its relatives, there are plenty of practitioners breaking records and rolling out new stunts.
Which other sport provides transport to work, and passage to far-flung lands? What other means of transport is an emission-free, fat-buster loved by children the world over?
Is cycling the largest sports family?
Cycling has it all: Road racing, track racing, cyclocross, trials, BMX and there are at least 16 different types of mountain biking alone. And there’s more…
With cycling paths at the forefront of urban planning, and organisations dedicated to promoting cycling to the youngest of kids, it’s got to be the take-off sport of the millennium.
David Cameron does it, Daryl Hannah does it, Keifer Sutherland does it – when he’s not driving gas-guzzling black 4x4s. Even Arnie has been seen out of his Hummer and on two wheels.
If you think it’s just the off-roaders who make this an adventure sport, you’re wrong. Touring cyclists cover hundreds, if not thousands of miles: real adventure sports stars.
For inspiration check out Mark Beaumont: ‘The Man who cycled the Americas” . And for cycling education, look out for the sustainable transport charity Sustrans.
Whether you want to tour by cycle in Europe or MTB in the Andes or visit one of the best downhill bike parks there is plenty of riding to be had the world over.
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