The drive for a greener world and more active lifestyles means that many organisations – local governments, sports bodies, and even cycling clubs – are keen to get more people cycling. However, affordability remains a persistent barrier. Purchasing, servicing, replacing; at the time of rising cost of living, for many, cycling is an unaffordable pursuit.
Cost is a barrier that can be alleviated by the humble community bike shop – typically not-for-profit organisations set up to offer low cost bicycles and servicing advice. However, with the cycling industry as a whole suffering from a post-pandemic downturn, many of these set-ups are struggling to keep their doors open.