Bike Week 2025 | Freewheel

It’s Bike Week – and we’re absolutely here for it! Whether you’re a road warrior, trail shredder, city commuter or just someone who loves a weekend spin to the coffee shop, this week is all about you – and your bike.

At Freewheel, we believe there’s no better way to celebrate than to do the simplest thing of all: ride. Ride to the shop. Ride with friends. Ride through the woods. Ride just because it feels good. No pressure, no podiums – just two wheels, fresh air, and that unbeatable feeling of freedom.

Why Ride? We’re Glad You Asked!

Bikes are more than just fun – they’re little two-wheeled heroes.

• They’re great for your health.
  Regular cycling can boost your mood, improve cardiovascular fitness, strengthen muscles, and even help you sleep better. It's like a gym session… except you get to feel the wind in your hair.
• They're kind to the planet.
  Swapping the car for a bike just once a day can reduce your carbon footprint, every pedal stroke is a step toward a cleaner, greener world.
• They save you money.
  No fuel. No parking stress. No expensive gym memberships needed. A bike pays you back every time you ride.
• They're good for the soul.
  You know the feeling: that mix of joy, escape, and clarity that hits somewhere between your first pedal stroke and your last. We ride because it makes us feel alive.

Did You Know?

The modern bicycle was invented in the 1800s – and it hasn’t stopped evolving since.
Over 2 billion bicycles are in use worldwide – nearly twice as many as cars.

E-bikes are one of the fastest growing forms of transport across Europe.
Studies show that cyclists are among the happiest commuters – even in the rain!

Join the Ride

This Bike Week, we’re challenging you to get out and ride – no matter what or where you ride. Grab your road bike, your mountain machine, your folding commuter, your e-bike or your trusty old hybrid – and just go. Explore somewhere new. Take the long way home. Ride solo or bring a friend.

You can find out more about Bike Week here https://www.cyclinguk.org/bikeweek and don’t forget to share your rides with us by tagging @UKFreewheel – we’d love to see where your bike takes you.

So pump up those tyres, clip in (or just hop on), and let’s celebrate the joy of cycling together. Because every ride is worth celebrating – especially this week.

Happy Bike Week!