Today, more UK Citizens own a bike than ever before - with nearly 9 out of 10 households owning at least one bike. People use their cycles for a mixture of reasons, some commute to their workplace or school, others to loosen up after a hard day. The increased involvement in biking has led many Brits to take their cycles on vacation, both in the UK and overseas. Cathy has just returned from biking in the Pyrenees Mountains. 'I have biked in my home town for ages. I was bicycling to work in the rain and I yearned for some good-looking scenery rather than these derelict office blocks. That's when I researched taking my cycle abroad.'
Bike racks used to be a hassle, but modern equipment is effective and even large households can easily take bicycles overseas. For bicyclists wanting to see remote corners of the world, numerous charities and travel companies coordinate 'cycle treks' through some of nature's most exhilarating sights. Cycle treks are risky, rough journeys but can be rewarding for bold bicyclists. 'It's more absorbing than your typical morning commute.' said Cathy. I saw picturesque mountains and rivers.' However, such expeditions can be full of risk for an ill prepared or misfortunate rider. Extreme weather conditions in distant countries can cause accidents through mudslides, floods and earthquakes. UK bicyclists are often ill educated about how to deal with such risky situations and frequently make faults, sometimes with fatal effects. Poor road maintenance in foreign countries can lead to smaller injuries, such as sprains and breakages, which can ruin a very expensive holiday and lead to cycle claims. Experts recommend that when hoping to cycle abroad, research the dangers and determine you are correctly insured.Additional cycling resources:
Cycle Claims
Cycle Accident Claims in winter
Teenagers at risk on the roads lead to Cycle Claims
Cycle Claims on holiday
