Looking Good & Feeling Great :)

Still looking for an energising programme that will transform your shape? From Boyfriend to Curvy - a pushbike fits all...

If like me you're the first to speed read new weight loss programmes whilst slowly demolishing the last few biscuits; you'll love our theory on a healthier, leaner lifestyle...



Wellbeing and Cycling go hand in hand

Waking up energised and feeling 'on top of the world' has been an added bonus to me. Don't get me wrong I don't dress in Lycra or 'spin' miles; my approach is to simply cycle and walk when the day fits.
Now I actually notice the buds on the trees, feel the sunlight on my face;, look out for the snow clouds. I feel in tune with life and I'm enjoying every minute of it.

The Facts
A recent UK study showed that cycling for just 30mins a day could burn over 11lb of fat a year *- good news then for commuters! ...and for those of us on the 'leisurely road to fitness' a little excercise each day not only boosts our aerobic fitness but helps keep us trim.

Mixing low impact exercise like walking and cycling will keep you going. I find it's easier to meet up with a friend. That way you can keep up to date socially, have a good laugh and improve your longevity - it's a win win situation!

Cycling at 90
It's not everyday you meet a real gentleman, and not every day you share a story with someone who has loved cycling since the second world war. This chap first started cycling a Dutch bike in 1943 and is one of our pushbikehoney fans! He commented on the style and quality of our hand-crafted Honey Bee: "I hav'nt seen a bike made like this for years - she's a beauty- a classic bicycle"



Give yourself the gift of a healthier lifestyle...one pedal at a time :) with pushbikehoney.com

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Romantic Picnics- Love is in the air with pushbikehoney.com

Valentine Picnics to Enjoy
Warming recipes & family fun


Love is in the Air

Take to the outdoors this week and wrap up a warming picnic for two.
You may think cycling together is a non starter with the current cold weather but we really love sharing time with friends and family in the fresh air.


"Theres nothing like a picnic on a cold day - its a chance to really spoil your friends and makes the day special"-Penny

Our insulated bike bag

We love warm sausages, bacon and red onion in crusty bread with chunky vegetable soup. 'I wrap the sandwiches in foil then snuggle them into our insulated bike bag wrapped in tea towels' 

Food for Fun Days
Best served warm outside with pushbikes this freeze ahead recipe is a pushbikehoney family favourite.

Becky's Cornish Pasty by the sea

Why not try our favourite Homemade Cornish Pasty recipe:

• Pack of ready made pastry (life's too short)
• 200g small potatoes
• 200g lean stewing beef
• 1 red onion
• 100g swede
• salt & pepper & beaten egg to glaze

Use left over pastry to cut out hearts to decorate pasties for valentines!
Pre-heat oven to 220 /Gas 7. Slice the peeled potatoes and swede into thin chunks. Keep the chunks in cool water to ration moisture whilst preparing the meat and onions. Trim any fat or gristle from the meat leaving a little of the veining for flavour. Dice the meat into 1cm chunks. Finely slice the onion.  To make up the pasties divide the pastry into 6 equal portions and role out into a circle- I use a small plate as a cutting guide.
Add the onion and swede on one half of the pastry circle and season with plenty of salt and pepper. Add the meat making sure its a decent portion & top with a layer of potato then sprinkle with pepper. Moisten the edge of the pastry and fold the circle in half to make a pasty shape; crimping the edges by folding over and over to make a rope edge.
Place the pasties on baking paper and brush with beaten egg to glaze.
You can add pastry hearts or any decoration. bake for just 15 mins until browned then reduce the heat to 180/ gas 4 for another 15 mins. Best served warm, outside with pushbikes!

Have a great Half Term from us all x


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First Frost, Stormy Weather, Good Friends & Latte

First Frost, Stormy Weather, Friends & Latte

After weeks of frosty weather I woke to English drizzle and grey sky...enough to dampen any commuter!

But after adding a rainy day saddle cover to my bike, and opting for a classic trench coat with cosy black boots I headed out. Remaining stylish and dry in wet muggy weather is a challenge on two wheels.
My journey, though splashy, was actually pleasant, firstly it was milder and secondly my saddle cover had saved me from the dreaded 'wet bottom' experience.

On arrival I was very rosy cheeked (face), wet booted, a spring in my step and cycle happy. The lap top was stored safe and dry in mypanniers and all I needed to kick start the day was a large coffee...
Within minutes of sitting at my desk the text messages started:
"Just rode into work 4 first time and it's wet! Thanx love my saddle cover"

"Poncho kept me n' saddle dry n happy"

"So impressed - no wet patch- and my lunch kept dry too"

...and they keep coming in - its a great feeling to share the start of the day with friends...no more stormy weather blues...just which saddle cover to choose.....

We've got some great new designs to update your bike or just keep your saddle dry. Start the new year in style with pushbikehoney
http://www.pushbikehoney.com/rainy-day.html

"Best Gift this Christmas was a saddle cover to match my bike bag - arrived beautifully wrapped, Thank you "


Mix and match with our pick n' mix rainy day selection! x

Pushbikehoney featured in The Times this weekend

Best of British
We are delighted to be featured in this weekend's The Times. They, like you, adore our boutique cycle collections, and are simply dotty about our polka dot saddle covers, ding dong bells and helmets.

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Every Day's a Happy Day with Pushbikehoney.com

Bike Q and As

Question & Answers

This week were publishing some of the questions our customers asked at our successful 'open house weekend' event - we think they will help you find the right gift or accessory this season.

Q
Id like to buy a bag that can carry my college files and more - can you help? I'm a mature student and don't want anything too 'Barbie'
 A
Our classic range by Basil includes a waxed cotton/linen and leather college bag which takes A4 folders and has plenty of room for books. The Blossom Basil Bike Bags are popular with commuters and students they hold A4 folders and are roomy enough to take plenty of college books - justy make sure you balance the load!

Q
I'm in the market for a new commuter bike - I travel around 5-7 miles a day and want something that can help me do the family shop
A
If you need a robust yet elegant bike for your commute we suggest our own brand The Honey Bee. Its pretty curves and strong frame allows you to add panniers, bike bags and baskets. You can choose between 3 and 7 speed shimano gears to suit your terrain.
Recomemnded by Pilates Teacher 'Bonk' the Honey Bee provides the ultimate support for riding ensuring low impact riding and an upright riding position.
The Honey Bee also has retro dynamo lights and is very low maintenace.



Q
My daughter's just started riding a junior bike to school and I can't find a wicker basket to fit - do you know where I could find a suitable basket please?
A
Take a look at our handmade Nantucket Wicker Baskets. Available in pretty colours they are small enough for junior handlebars and have lovely leather straps. You can personalise the basket with one of our brass plaques or add a clip on flower for fun.


Q

I'm taking my bike to a couple of festivals this year - what do you suggest I do to brighten my bike this year?
A
Summer Festivals are a great excuse to have some fun with your bike.Our best sellers are the supersized I Love my Bike Ding Dong bells and the statement Leopard Skin Saddle and Grips.
Adding flowers, fur trims and stramers to your basket is a great way to update your bike. Mix and match with your accessories for an individual look.

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Bike Bags

We stock the largest selection of bike bags in retro designs and sassy colours. Our retro bike bags and Basil Bags are the latest Chic find for today's cyclist.

We first fell in love with Basil Bags on a cycling break in Holland. Not only are they made from washable and water resistant material but they also come in a wealth of colours and designs.

From pretty panniers to shoppers the Basil Bike Bag range offers something for everyone. As a family we all use these bags to carry shopping, books and kit to work, school or college and recommend them as a good buy. View on You Tube>

The double bike bags have straps to fit under your kids bike seat allowing you to carry nappy bags, school bags and more...just the thing for the school run.

We have a charming range of bike bags for kids too. With plenty of zipped pockets and adjustable shoulder straps in washable and water resistant fabrics.

Beautiful Blooms

By far the most popular design our red and blue Basil Blossom Bike Bags have a sense of Rembrandt about them. We also stock matching Rainy Day Saddle Covers so you can ride in style despite the weather.

Carol Turner, Physio and Mum of two, chooses our Red Blossom Bike Bag to suit her daily commute to the NHS and busy life in town. "On more than one night I'll stop for shopping and the adjustable straps really do help squeeze in those extras"

 Accessories make a great opportunity to add a splash of colour and personality to your bike It's time to follow your heart and ditch those boring panniers!

Bags of style
Use our chill bags to keep food fresh or warm. These fit snugly into our range of Basil Bags and make shopping by bike easy. Simply lift the chill bag into your shopping trolley, shop and pop back into the bike bag - easy.
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How do I fit a Bike Bag?
Watch our simple guide on You-Tube View on You Tube>

About us
We are an English Independent Cycling Company based just outside Cambridge and are, we believe, to be the first on line women's lifestyle Cycling Emporium; bringing traditional classic style and fun into the cycling world.
We believe the UK is ready to make a commitment to cycling, not just to Lycra and exercise but to everyday use and transportation...and its high time we had some fun on our wheels!

Pushbikehoney can help you breath new life to your old wheels - add a new bell, or saddle - pimp your ride and enjoy the benefits of lifestyle cycling!

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Top 10 Fun Bike Names

Pushbike LOVE

Spread a little love this week and let us know the name you've called your two wheels.

" I love my pushbike - she's called Betty after my Great Aunt.
   She's retro and stylish - everything I love!"


Love is in the air...
Join our latest quest to identify the TOP TEN bike names!

Quintessentially English
It's amazing how many of us give our wheels a name ...and as many of you have pointed out on bad days they can be called all sorts of names!



To celebrate our English Eccentricity's we are compiling a list of the top ten favourite bike names.
Some people take it as seriously as naming their baby


How to take part
Get friends and family to share the fun and email your names and bike pics to sales@pushbikehoney.com or add them to our facebook page

Vote for your favourite
Make sure your name is top of the list - get your friends to LIKE your bikes name on facebook VOTE FOR YOUR FAVOURITE!


Valentine Offer
Order a bike from us before the end of February and receive a FREE bottle of Champagne read more>

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