Archive by category: Everyday Pedal Pioneers

Volunteer star: John H

Hi, I’m John, I’m a Spin Buddy with Preston Pedals. I started cycling when I was 17 and used the bicycle to get to college. After I started work I …

Everyday pedal pioneer: Andy

I’ve always loved bikes, nearly always had a bike, even if it just sat in the shed and one of my earliest memories is getting a BMX for christmas as …

Everyday pedal pioneer: Ian

I started my “journey” last year. A friend wanted to ride from Manchester to Blackpool for the Christie. I thought sure, how hard can it be? I used to do …

Everyday pedal pioneer: Fran

Hi I’m Fran and recently, I’ve joined Preston Pedals Board of Directors. My cycling story started as a child of the 1980s, with stabilisers in the back garden. We played …

Everyday pedal pioneers: John

I live in Preston and work in the city centre as a primary school Headteacher. I cycle to work most days and find it the perfect way to begin and …

Preston Pedals Cyclists Ride 60 Miles Manchester to Blackpool Charity Ride

Seven keen cyclists from Preston Pedals – Shanaz, Sandi, Sam, Fran, Andy, John and Jo – met at 5.45am on a hot Sunday morning in July to get the minibus …