A “lost generation” of adults lacks the skills and confidence to cycle 

Many adults lack the skills and confidence to cycle, with three-quarters not cycling at all in the last year and only a small minority cycling regularly, according to a new report published by The Bikeability Trust today. 

Based on a YouGov poll of 2,000 UK adults, the report suggests there is a “lost generation” of adults who did not receive formal cycle training when they were younger. This may mean they don’t feel skilled or confident enough to ride on roads and in traffic.

The Bikeability Trust, which develops and promotes the Department for Transport’s Bikeability national cycling training programme, says while investment in cycling infrastructure has improved conditions in some areas, “participation remains constrained”.

“Confidence is often limited to lower-stress…