Five top tips for commuting on busy roads for the first time

Cycling past queues of heavy traffic is a liberating feeling, but it can be daunting at first - follow these top tips if you plan on doing any urban cycling 

Cycling can be dangerous in an urban environment, but there are steps you can take to make it safer.  Picture: PA.

It really doesn’t matter if you haven’t cycled in years or if you have only just learned how to ride a bike – anyone can enjoy the benefits of taking your commute on two wheels.

Losing weight, being outdoors, lowering your carbon footprint and exploring your local area are just a few of the great lifestyle reasons to swap your car for life in the bike lane.