Bike Educator, Ride Instructor or Active Transport Educator?
What does a bike educator actually do? Riding and mechanical skills are only part of the work. Effective bike education also relies on communication, listening, behaviour change, road safety and the ability to build confidence. The same applies to community bike maintenance: fixing the bike is valuable, but helping people understand, maintain and safely use it can have a much longer impact.
Is a Low Bike Saddle Bad for Your Knees? What the Evidence Actually Says
Been told your bike saddle is too low and will damage your knees? We look at what the research actually says about saddle height, knee load, gears, e-bike assistance and why a lower saddle can sometimes be the right choice for learning and city riding.
When Was the Last Time You Visited Your Local Bike Shop?
A great local bike shop does much more than sell bikes. Discover why building a relationship with a trusted bike mechanic can help keep your bike safe, reliable and enjoyable to ride for years to come.
How Children Learn to Make Safer Decisions When Riding a Bike
Children learn safer riding by doing more than memorising rules. Discover how asking the right questions helps build observation, judgement and confidence, and why learning to ride is really about learning to think.
Why Don’t Bike Riders Pay Rego? (And Why They’re Sometimes Still on the Road)
Why don’t cyclists pay rego, and why are they sometimes on the road instead of the cycleway? Here’s the bigger picture — and why more people riding benefits the whole system.
Can Adults Learn to Ride a Bike? Yes — and Here’s How
Think it’s too late to learn to ride a bike? Many adults start later in life and succeed. Here’s how the process works and what to expect.
Are Tricycles Easier Than Bikes? What You Need to Know Before You Buy
Thinking of buying a tricycle because riding a bike feels too hard? Here’s what we’ve learned from working with real clients — and what to know before you decide.
Why teenagers say they don’t need bike education (and what actually happens when they ride)
Teenagers often say they already know how to ride – but real-world bike and e-bike safety is more complex. Here’s what we’ve learned working with teens in Sydney.
Do E-Bikes Need a Licence or Number Plate in NSW? (And Will It Improve Safety?)
Do e-bikes need a licence or registration in NSW? Learn the laws, safety issues, and why training—not number plates—may be the real solution.