Co-CEO Blog – Specialist Cycles
January 2025
At Bikeworks, we view cycling as more than just a means of travel – it’s a transformative tool for rehabilitation.
Whether rebuilding strength after injury, improving mental well-being, or promoting independence, cycling has the potential to change lives.
As Co-CEO, I’m privileged to witness how our specialist cycles, like tricycles, hand cycles, and walking aids, help individuals overcome physical and neurological challenges, enabling them to regain confidence and freedom.
Peter’s Story: A Journey of Recovery
Meet Peter. After being injured in a hit-and-run incident involving an e-bike, Peter was left with severe leg and wrist injuries that kept him off his bike for months. Initially reliant on a mobility scooter, Peter found it far from ideal. But when he tried the Van Raam City Walking Aid, he found it a game-changer in his rehabilitation. It helped him regain muscle memory and move across London more freely, accelerating his recovery.
Today, Peter is back on two wheels—stronger and more confident than ever. His story is one of many that shows how specialist cycles can make a life-changing impact.
Cycling as a Path to Recovery
Cycling offers powerful benefits for rehabilitation:
Physical Recovery: Specialist cycles allow for low-impact exercise that builds strength and flexibility while reducing stress on the body.
Mental Health Benefits: Cycling reduces stress, anxiety, and isolation, helping individuals feel more connected and supported.
Increased Mobility: Tools like the Van Raam City Walking Aid help individuals regain independence and move easily between environments, promoting a sense of freedom.
Why Choose Bikeworks?
Bikeworks is proud to be London’s first inclusive cycling showroom, located in the beautiful Queen Elizabeth Olympic Park. As a social enterprise, our mission is to make cycling accessible for all, and our showroom is a testament to that commitment.
We offer a wide range of specialist cycles designed to meet the unique needs of individuals recovering from injury or managing long-term conditions.
Our showroom is more than just a place to purchase cycles – it’s a welcoming space where you can test ride the latest specialist cycles in a beautiful, supportive environment.
The iconic park is an open, accessible space, providing the perfect setting to experience the freedom cycling can bring. With expert guidance from our team to ensure you find the right cycle for your needs.
Our Social Enterprise Commitment
As a social enterprise, the work we do at Bikeworks is driven by our mission to create social value. Our commercial activities help fund the programmes that makes cycling accessible for everyone, proceeds from the sales of cycles directly contribute to inclusive community initiatives, such as our All Ability Clubs.
Get Started Today
If you or someone you know could benefit from a specialist cycle, we are here to support you. Our team is dedicated to helping you find the right solution for your rehabilitation journey.
Visit us at our showroom in Queen Elizabeth Olympic Park, where you can test ride our cycles and experience first-hand how they can support your recovery.
Click here to learn more and book a test ride.
Let’s use cycling to transform lives, one ride at a time.
