Gender gap in barriers to cycling are widening – survey

On Monday 31 March, the International Cycling Union (ICU) validated the participation of a 23rd team on the three major Tours this year, allowing the organisers to offer a third invitation to a training of their choice. The proposal was approved by the Steering Committee of the Supreme Cycling Authority, which was a formality after the green light given on 26 March by the Professional Cycling Council (CCP). On the major Tours (France, Italy and …

Gender gap in barriers to cycling are widening – survey

Charity Cycling UK said since 2018 the perception of cycling appears to have improved for men but not women.

Women put off cycling by safety fears and intimidating drivers, study finds

Our thanks to Nigel for this. He writes: “An oh so boring story. Appearing in many outlets this is just so typical. Men it seems recognise that conditions for cyclists have improved. While women have not changed their reluctance. Out comes the “gap”. But the truth is probably that no matter what is done women will remain reluctant and not shift their views, because its a set of feelings rather than an actual analysis of conditions. As with so ma…

Cycling UK: Seven years of progress in cycling have led to fewer barriers for men

Following the release of new research, Cycling UK has revealed that progress in cycling over the past seven years has led to fewer barriers to cycling for men, but leaves women behind. Launching its campaign, ‘My ride. Our right’ the charity is calling for increased investment in active travel to increase the number of women cycling. A comparison of new YouGov research commissioned by Cycling UK in 2025, with historic YouGov research from 2018, …

"It's important we build safe cycle routes designed with women in mind": Abuse and unsafe infrastructure preventing more women from cycling, Cycling UK report states

Cycling UK suggests seven years of cycling progress has reduced barriers for men, but female cyclists have been left behind

Active travel investment has more men cycling, but what about women?

New research shows seven years of pushing pedal power and infrastructure for bikes has led to significantly more riders, but a huge gender divide exists.  The message from CyclingUK is clear. When compared to 2018, there are far more people cycling in British towns and cities today.  Looking specifically at London, where the greatest level and spread of investment has taken place, seven years ago 49% of respondents to a YouGov survey claimed a l…