Cycle Nation Communities program to help adults start cycling in Glasgow

Is this trial a fit for you?

A plain-English reading of the study's rules. Only the study team can confirm whether you qualify.

What this trial studies

This is a randomized controlled comparison of a nine-week, multi-component, group-based Cycle Nation programme versus a single standard cycling training session delivered by Cycling Scotland. Adults who can ride a bike but currently cycle less than once per month will be randomly allocated to one of the two arms and followed up at baseline, immediately post-programme, and at 12 months. Primary outcomes are self-reported cycling behaviour along with measures of health and wellbeing; the trial also includes a cost-effectiveness analysis and a process evaluation. Sessions are delivered in person in Glasgow and participants are expected to attend at least six of nine sessions for the intervention arm.

Why it matters

Who can join: the full rules

Inclusion Criteria:

Can ride a bicycle Self-identified infrequent cyclists (currently cycle less than once per month) Aged 18 years or over Willing to provide informed consent Willing to partake in measurements Willing to be randomised to intervention or control arm Have a good understanding of the English language Not have a contraindication to moderate intensity physical activity as assessed by the adapted Physical Activity Readiness Questionnaire-Plus (PAR-Q+) Able to attend in-person sessions (at least 6 out of 9 sessions) Intend to still be in the UK by November 2026

Exclusion Criteria:

Cannot cycle (i.e. cannot balance and/or have never learnt to cycle) Frequent or regular cyclists (i.e. currently cycle at least once a month, confident riding on roads) Less than 18 years old Not willing to provide informed consent Not willing to partake in measurements Not willing to be randomised to the intervention or control arm Cannot speak basic English Have a contraindication to moderate intensity physical activity as assessed by the adapted Physical Activity Readiness Questionnaire-Plus (PAR-Q+) Not able to attend in-person sessions (less than 6 out of 9 sessions) Not intending to still be in the UK by November 2026

Where it's running

• University of Glasgow
  Glasgow, United Kingdom Recruiting

Study contacts

• Principal investigator: Jason Gill, PhD — University of Glasgow
• Study coordinator: Fernanda Gabler Trisotti, PhD
• Email: gallanttravel@glasgow.ac.uk
• Phone: 07886700868

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How to take part

1. Review the eligibility criteria above with your treating physician.
2. Check the official listing on ClinicalTrials.gov for the latest contact details and recruitment status.
3. Contact the study coordinator or principal investigator to ask for pre-screening. Pre-screening is free and never obligates you to enroll.