The first step is to complete the Cycle Buddy Scheme questionnaire here. You’ll be asked about the sort of rides you are looking to do, describe your cycling skills level, where you live and help us understand what you want to achieve from having a Cycle Buddy. After submitting the questionnaire you will be emailed a link to our FAQs & disclaimer and you will need to read & submit the form. The FAQs include personal safety guidance, tips, advice and what is expected of you. All Cycle Buddies will also have read the FAQs and agreed to the disclaimer. Throughout being involved with the Cycle Buddy Scheme Eco Savvy will invite you to relevant events that will help you get ‘bike ready’ and meet some of the Cycle Buddies. These will be helpful in your journey in becoming a more confident cyclist.  You can then review the Cycle Buddy profiles on Eco Savvy's website and contact one of the Cycle Buddies directly (we encourage you to select a Cycle Buddy who lives near to your home), at this stage the Cycle Buddy will be briefed about what you want to achieve from the scheme. The Cycle Buddy will then contact you to discuss your goals and arrange a time and place to meet. Be mindful, you set the pace with the Cycle Buddy. Tell your buddy about your cycling experience and what you want to do. You decide how far and fast you cycle, and if you’d like to meet for more rides. Each Cycle Buddy is happy to commit to a minimum of 3 Buddy rides. These could be as little as 30-minute rides up to 2 hour rides. You can even set cycling goals for yourself and share these with your Cycle Buddy. It would be a good idea to keep track of your progress whilst your cycling confidence builds and share it with your buddy.  After you’ve ridden together, share your experience with friends and family and let the Cycle Buddy Scheme Coordinator how it went by emailing jeannie@arranecosavvy.org.uk Happy cycling!