1. It's a great way to get fit.

According to the Outdoor Foundation, the average person will lose 13lbs in their first year of cycling to work.

2. It's Cheaper

Cheaper than bus fares, petrol, gym memberships... Maintaining a bicycle for a year costs 20 times less than maintenance on a car.

3. It's Faster

Cyclists don't get caught in traffic jams, or have to stop at every. single. bus. stop.

3. You Should Learn The Highway Code rules for cyclists.

Knowing the highway code helps you to know what to expect on the road. Not to mention, if you know what you’re doing, you’ll be safer on the roads. 

4. Wear a Helmet.

Seriously. Just do it. Safety is sexy.

5. Be Safe. Be Seen.

Get that hi-vis on, make sure you are easy to spot. 

6. You can get a free bike check with Dr Bike.

Dr Bike offers free bike check ups every Tuesday during term time. He comes to Frenchay, Glenside and Bower - check out the dates.

7. How to look after your own bike.

Here is a list of things you can check yourself. 

8. The National Cycle Network was started by a charity.

The Bristol-based charity, Sustrans, started the network in the 1990's and is now over 14,000 miles long. To find out more about Sustrans and to find cycle routes near you, go to their website.

9. The Students' Union has a Cycling Club.

Check out their page to find out more and join in.

10. Don't have a bike? You can hire one from UWE for £50 for the year

Find out more about the Bristol Bicycles Loan Scheme.