Beginner guides

Start cycling with clear, simple guidance. Understand your bike, build confidence, avoid common mistakes and enjoy your first months on the bike.

About cycling.school

Cycling School helps new cyclists build confidence with simple, realistic guidance that actually works on the road. If you’re starting your cycling journey, this page brings together everything you need to understand your bike, ride with control and enjoy every step of your progression. Our beginner cycling guides cover the most important fundamentals: comfort on the bike, choosing the right gear, setting up your saddle and handlebars, planning your first rides and learning how to pace without burning out. Each guide is written from real riding experience, not theory, so you can avoid common mistakes and make faster progress. Whether you ride for fitness, fun or your first big goal, this collection gives you a clear foundation. If you want to go deeper, explore our Training or Technique sections for your next steps.

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