Cycle Lifestyle, published by oldspeak publishing, is a free magazine that promotes cycling. Compared to the usual grind of travelling by car, bus or train, it’s not hard to see the merits of cycling: it’s healthier, invigorating, free, less stressful and often just as quick.

But there are so many myths surrounding cycling, the choice doesn’t always seem so clear-cut. Cycle Lifestyle reveals the untold truths: the weather’s not too bad; cycling doesn’t make you too sweaty or tired; and it’s much safer than you might expect. 

Above all, Cycle Lifestyle’s mission is to show how cycling can make individuals and communities so much happier. With articles on topics like getting started, choosing a bike, planning a route, cycling safely, cycle fashion and even romantic cycling, Cycle Lifestyle hopes to add a smile to more journeys in Britain. Whether it’s doing the shopping, going out to see friends, attending a lecture, paying a local visit – you name it – it’s easier and more fun on a bike.

Cycle Lifestyle’s editor, Ben Irvine, summed up the project:

“If someone told you there was an easy way to spend each day feeling livelier, fitter and less stressed, and save money in the process, of course you’d say ‘yes please’. We’re hoping that our magazine will let many more UK residents in on the cycling deal: reaping the rewards of free and stress-free travel”.