Sister Spokes
A Bike Library for Women Rebuilding Life After Custody
Freedom starts with a simple ride.
Sister Spokes Bike Library helps women rebuild confidence, independence, and freedom through cycling after leaving custody.
Have you recently come home from custody and want to get moving again — on your own terms? Sister Spokes offers free bikes and friendly support to help you rebuild confidence, independence, and wellbeing. You don’t need to be an experienced cyclist — we’ll help you find the right bike, show you the basics, and ride alongside you if you’d like support.
Run by Ebike Freedom CIC and funded by SPT People and Place Programme Community Fund, we provides free access to bikes and basic equipment and friendly guidance, helping women reconnect with their communities, rebuild trust, and enjoy the simple freedom of being on two wheels.
“Sister Spokes — because everyone deserves a second chance to ride forward.”
“Freedom starts from a simple ride.”
Who It’s For
Women who are:
Rebuilding life after custody
On community sentences
Looking for confidence, fitness, and freedom
No cycling experience needed — we’ll help you get started!
What’s Included
Free loan of a bike for up to 3 months
Helmet, lock, and basic accessories provided
Basic bike checks and small repairs included
How It Works
We currently have 10 bikes available for free loan. Adult and small-frame bikes are available, along with helmets, locks, and lights.
Each loan lasts for up to three months, completely free of charge. At the end of your loan, you can either return your bike or ask to renew if no one is waiting.
Membership is also free, you just need to show your photographic ID and sign up at the library itself. This is often done when you loan your first bike. Demand is high so there can sometimes be a bit of a wait.
Member Agreement
The rent a bike from us, you need to agree:
Use lights at night and follow the Highway Code.
Always lock the bike when unattended (a lock is provided).
Report any loss or theft immediately; we’ll support you through it.
Return the bike clean and on time so other women can borrow.
You ride at your own risk — helmets are strongly recommended.
Bike Library for Women Rebuilding Life After Custody
Sister Spokes isn’t just about transport — it’s about community and growth. We wish to expand our work to women-only confidence rides, gentle group cycles, and bike-maintenance sessions where members can learn, share stories, and support one another.
Volunteers and partner organisations are welcome. If you’d like to help maintain bikes, lead rides, or provide mentoring, we’d love to hear from you.
