Cycling

Cycling is hugely beneficial to both you and your environment. While concern is growing over low levels of physical activity, many people simply do not have the time required for regular exercise. Cycling to work, for all or part of your journey, may be the answer!

Cycling is not always an appropriate mode of transport for people traveling long distances, particularly in bad weather. However, traveling around town by bike is often quicker than by car as it less affected by busy traffic and parking issues.

For people making frequent trips throughout town during the day, whether it’s to attend meetings for work or to run errands, cycling is a cheaper and more practical option than running a car.

In partnership with NHS Shetland, ZetTrans works to help those interested in cycling as a mode of transport. Together, we work to improve cycle safety throughout Shetland and to provide bike sheds, workplace shower facilities and other facilities to assist people wishing to travel by bike.

Links

For people interested in taking up cycling Sustrans offer useful information on health benefits, safety measures, types of bikes and other related subjects. See the below websites:

• Sustrans - Get Cycling
• Bike Week - the UK's biggest annual promotion of cycling

Information on where to rent or purchase bikes and cycling equipment can be found in the local telephone directory and on the below website:

• Visit Shetland