Cycle Ashford

For Laura Robinson, cycling has always been more than just a way to travel - it’s something that has shaped her life for decades.
Find out more in our latest case study: https://www.cycleashford.org.uk/news/Case+Studies/Laura+Robinson+

🚴‍♂️ The Inaugural Huddle Bike Ride – 28.06.26

The Huddle is excited to launch the very first Huddle Bike Ride on Sunday 28th June 2026!

If you’d like to join in, please register your interest via the Huddle FB page or directly with Lloyd Starley by 26.06.26

🚲 Options for a 20 or 30-mile route depending on ability
📍 Finish: Riverside House, Wye, Ashford TN25 5BX
📅 Ride Date: 28.06.26
⏰ More details to follow - Start Time TBC

Missed out on this month’s free bike fix?
Don’t fear, there’s another coming next week!

5th June
EKC Ashford College
Absolutely free!

https://bbr.cyclinguk.org/Events/Details/?id=13e3cf6a-d226-f111-88b3-7ced8d393bb4

Big milestone for Cycle Ashford!

We’ve now surpassed 750 routes planned using the Cycle Ashford Route Planner! 🎉

It’s fantastic to see so many people exploring Ashford and beyond by bike.
If you haven’t tried it yet, now’s the perfect time to plan your next ride and discover new routes across the area.
https://www.cycleashford.org.uk/Route+Planner #/

Huge congratulations to Ashford resident Neil Lauder, who recently won the short route at the world-class Gravel Rally in North Wales as part of the Pan Celtic race series. 🥇

An incredible achievement - well done, Neil!
Read more about Neil’s cycling journey in our case study: https://www.cycleashford.org.uk/news/Case+Studies/Neil+Lauder+

Cycling UK has so many local events coming up; from introductory riding groups to more serious cycling challenges.

There’s one this Friday in Hythe, check it out here:
https://bbr.cyclinguk.org/Events/Details/?id=f347d9ad-db29-f111-88b4-7c1e522e1137

Want to try cycling without the commitment?

Bewl Water has fantastic facilities to rent a bike to take round a great range of trails.

Find out more here:
https://www.bewlwater.co.uk/activities/bike-hire/

Shoutout to Homewood School & Sixth Form Centre student Finlay who recently cycled 50 miles on 3rd May to raise money for Pilgrims Hospices. 🚴 👏

Why do my hands go numb after 30 minutes of riding?

Hand numbness usually comes down to three key factors:

1. Handlebar position – If your hoods are too low or angled incorrectly, you’ll overload your hands.

2. Weight distribution – Too much pressure through your arms (often from a poor saddle position) can compress nerves and restrict blood flow.

3. Grip & reach – If your bars are too wide or your levers are out of reach, you’ll end up straining and squeezing instead of resting your hands.

The Bike Fitters - Canterbury and East Kent can help by surveying your whole body position whilst riding and ensure your bike fits you perfectly for comfortable riding.