Once the nights draw in, it can be hard to find the incentive to ride, but reframing negative thoughts can provide the impetus needed to get out and about when storm clouds gather and the rain lashes down, as Charlotte Cooper discovers

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An online auction reminds T essa Waugh to make good on an old promise – and she’s rewarded with a stunning and enjoyable ride for all participants, including a bionic cob

Been somewhere inspirational? Ridden an amazing road? Email YourRides@ride.co.uk to tell us about your trip and your bike

Whether you’re a professional racer or an average Joe, there are plenty of simple changes you can make to improve your fun and performance on the bike. Over the following pages, coach Chris Kilmurray