Joining a cycling club is one of the best ways to improve your cycling skills, fitness and find like minded friends. If you're thinking of going on your first club ride, our fourth Friday tip from the  will make sure your first experience goes without a hitch.

 
Riding with a cycling club is the best way to progress your cycling. You’ll learn how to ride safely and efficiently in a group and it’s far easier to head out for a winter training ride knowing you’ll be with a group of mates rather than on your own. Read the full article: 

Club Riding Guide

British Cycling members can also get advice on group riding from Tour of Britain stage winner Roger Hammond. Read the full article:

Video: Group Riding Guide

Every Friday, we'll be publishing a tip from the British Cycling Insight Zone, which is the home of training advice from the same experts that helped Sir Bradley Wiggins, Chris Froome and Mark Cavendish achieve success.

Next Friday we'll give you some essential tips on group riding - a key part of all club rides and sportives.

Riding with a cycling club is the best way to progress your cycling. You’ll learn how to ride safely and efficiently in a group and it’s far easier to head out for a winter training ride knowing you’ll be with a group of mates rather than on your own.

Read the full article here.