Cycling isn’t just good exercise, it’s freedom on two wheels. It doesn’t matter if you are travelling to work, bombing down a hill, weaving through traffic or taking a scenic bike ride and picnicking mid-ride, every pedal stroke is an adventure. And let’s face it, even the pros have their off-moments. A puncture at the wrong time, a bunny-hop gone wrong or a mid-race wardrobe malfunction remind us that cycling is as much about mishaps as it is about milestones. That’s the spirit behind A Cyclist’s Presents – Mishaps in Cycling, a quiz card game that is perfect for cyclists, celebrating the spills, thrills, and unexpected twists of cycling mishaps.
Mishaps in Cycling is a card quiz game that turns spokes and spills into laughs, a quiz card game for 2 or more players that is all about cycling mishaps. This compact deck of card (approx. 90 × 65 × 18mm) fits in your pocket (or neatly on your board-game shelf) and makes an excellent gift for cyclists. The cards are printed on 300 gsm premium stock with clear readable fonts.
In the Box?
- 52 Trivia Cards packed with wild true stories from professional road cycling
- 1 Rules Card with quick-reference instructions on scoring and gameplay
Mishaps in Cycling is a simple quiz game to play for 2 or more players or teams. If playing in teams it is best to have a quizmaster.
To play, split up into individual players or teams, decide on how many rounds are to be played and start answering questions. The player or team with the highest total of points wins. Simple.
- Players take turns acting as Quizmaster, reading the mishap question aloud.
- First to answer correctly claims the points; wrong answers pass it on.
- Score continues until cards run out or a set time limit is reached.
- Winner is the rider with the most points.
Overall, if you are a cyclist or have an interest in cycling, this is a good game from A Hobbyist’s Presents. There are 156 interesting questions about mishaps in cycling, but you really do need to have a knowledge in cycling to get the most out of the game.
It has a very niche appeal and would be perfect for cyclists game nights or a quick game when you and your friends park the bikes for a break on a long cycle ride. It is a game dedicated to cycling anecdotes and will spark laughter and nostalgia among riders of all levels.
As it is just a deck of cards it is quick to start playing, no board, tokens, or fiddly pieces – just shuffle the cards and start playing. A social and competitive trivia game that breeds light-hearted rivalry, perfect for pubs, cafés or living-room tournaments.
Players are faced with questions such as ”What was Chris Froome ‘spritzed’ with during Stage 14 of the 2015 Tour de France?”, “What is the nickname for the 1998 edition of the Tour de France?” and “Why was funding withdrawn for the Tour of Britain, causing its hiatus from 1999 to 2003?” Would you be able to answer these and lots more to win the game?
If you are a cyclist or have any interest in cycling, this would make a fun quiz game that injects some levity into post-ride socials. It would make an ideal gift for two-wheeled fanatics.
It is a simple card to play with no setup needed and can be played anywhere. The cardstock is of high quality. But while quiz and trivia games are always fun, Mishaps in Cycling does have some cons – it has limited appeal beyond cycling enthusiasts. With 156 questions, it features plenty of high-quality cycling-based questions, but replay value fades once you know the answers (although you can argue that is the same with any trivia game).
For cycling enthusiasts, the Mishaps in Cycling card-based trivia game from A Cyclist’s Presents pedals effortlessly into the niche of cycling or sports-based trivia and party games. It will really only appeal to anyone with a good cycling knowledge, although it is a treasure-trove of cycling mishap entertainment – and all cyclists have got their own crash story, a mechanical misfortune, or a chain-off mishap waiting to be retold – so the game is also good for sparking discussion and shared experiences. While its replayability diminishes as answers become familiar, the game’s compact size and spirited theme make it a delightful addition to any gathering of cycling friends or trivia buffs.
A niche game that is perfect for cyclists who love trivia and competitive quizzing. With its quick rounds that ignite conversations that go well beyond the card table it is perfect for gift giving. It covers everything from historic scandals to modern-day blunders.
Rating: 4/5
RRP: £9.99
For more information, visit www.ahobbyistspresents.com. Available to buy from NOTHS here.
