Bikes on trains

mailmannz

Well the family and I are looking to move up towards Huntingdon area for the new year. Looking for a better life style and a house with a back yard (not to mention better schools!).

So the thing is, whats the story with bikes on the train back to London? Is it as bad as I fear (ie. only the first cyclist can take his bike onboard)?

Maybe its time to invest in a gay folding bike?

Actually, does anyone have an opinion on the train service in general from that area?

Regards

Mailman

ansbaradigeidfran

If you're getting a folder, put the money into it and get a good 20" wheeler: My 26" one may fold, but it's still very bulky and awkward to fit on luggage racks.

mailmannz

So does anyopne commute from Peterborough/Huntingdon area?

Any thoughts on the train service and whether you can take bikes on it or not?

Mailman

Harry B

I think that most of them let full size bikes on outside of peak hours only. Check with the relevant operator and they will tell you their policy.

Dudu

The Peterborough- Kings Cross trains have a space for bikes (you can get 2-3 in the space if you're tidy) by the disabled bog. The trains come in four-carriage bits, with one disabled bog per four carriages.


I expect they don't carry bikes in the rush hour in the direction of the rush hour, so if you work weird hours, you'll be in luck. Otherwise, you'll be condemned to using some sort of folding BSO* liked the revolting Brompton.

*Bike-shaped object.

simon_ramsey

If you need to get a folding bike - seriously give an Airnimal consideration. I have an Airnimal Joey that I used for a 9 mile commute in London (change of job is only 5 miles now). Not as compact as a Brompton and takes about 1min to fold/unfold but rides like a normal bike.