Our stores will be closed for a day at the end of January for our annual stocktake and so we…
Start the New Year off with a ride and you could win a £100 Cycles UK gift voucher. We want…
Are you looking for a fun way to stay active and get rewarded for it? Look no further than our…
Get yourself kitted out for the season with extra parts, clothing and accessories. Spend over £250 on our website, or…
Bikes are proving a popular gift again this year. We’ve got plenty of kids bikes in stock and also plenty…
Having the right gear will make life with an electric bike safer, more comfortable and more fun. While many products…
Some cyclists see electric bikes as ‘cheating’. There is a perception that you don’t really have to work on an…
Buying an electric bike is a big investment with bikes from quality brands like Trek, Specialized, Orbea and Raleigh starting…
Electric bikes have really come into their own in the last couple of years. Thanks to advances in electric bike…
Cycling is more popular than ever so chances are you will need to buy a present for someone who loves…
We’ve rounded up some of our best Black Friday deals for you on bikes, clothing, helmets and more. Our Black…
The Trek road bike range is constantly evolving. For the 2023 model year Trek have introduced new frames for their…
Orbea have re-designed their Wild FS electric bike for 2023. It comes with a new frame, new motor, new battery…
Bikes are a great way to get around, whether you’re commuting to work, cutting your carbon footprint or trying to…
Many hybrid bikes come fitted with a suspension fork on the front. Hybrid bikes with suspension are normally intended for…
Knowing what size hybrid bike you need is a key step in the buying process. Helpfully all bike brands use…
Hybrid bikes are great for commuting, fitness and generally getting around. They are one of our biggest selling categories of…
Two of the most commonly searched for questions on electric bikes are ‘can electric bikes get wet?’ and ‘can you…
Most people are familiar with hybrid cars like the Toyota Prius. On an electric car you have both a petrol…
Choosing the right road bike can be overwhelming, especially if you’re a beginner. With so many options on the market,…
Hybrid bikes combine features from both road and mountain bikes to create a versatile bike that can be ridden on…
Mountain bike prices have been increasing in recent years. This is partly due to improved tech but also rising commodity…
A hybrid bike is a cross between a mountain bike and a road bike. It’s a versatile bike that can…
Gravel bikes are very popular for commuting. We sell lots of them on the cycle to work scheme. One of…
Gravel bikes have been one of the big trends of the last few years. All the big bike brands now…
The Trek electric bike range has been pretty enormous at times. This has mainly been due to a single model…
A lot of bikes don’t come with any pedals. That can be a bit of a surprise for people who…
Just like a car, your bike needs regular servicing to keep it running smoothly. But how often should you service…
Mountain biking is an incredibly diverse sport. In this Mountain Bike Buying Guide we won’t be covering some of the…
You’re thinking about buying an electric bike. But before you can hit the open road, you need to know how…
At Cycles UK we provide 14 days free insurance with all new bikes. We recommend that all bike owners take…
Road bike technology has changed a lot in the last couple of years. If you’re new to road cycling, or…
In this guide to hybrid bikes we’ll take you through the main choices to consider when buying a new hybrid…
Having a bike is great way to give teenagers a sense of freedom. It’s a great way for teenagers to…
Gravel bikes have exploded in popularity over the last few years. There are now dozens of gravel bike events around…
Cycles UK’s Christmas Club is Now Open! Yes, Christmas is definitely on its way, but it can be an expensive…
As of August 2022 Trek started to launch their 2023 model year bikes. A lot, but no all, of the…
Test rides are an important part of buying a new bike. At Cycles UK we have 7 stores around Essex,…
With the cost of fuel sky high at the moment ditching your car, or at least using it less, is…
We’ve just received our first delivery of the brand new 2022 Cannondale Synapse LTD RLE bikes. Just a few weeks…
We are seeing more people wanting to spread the cost of their new bike. This is a mix of cost…
Mission Control is a free app created by Specialized to work with their Turbo electric bikes. The app is exclusive…
The Orbea electric bike range covers everything from electric hybrids and mountain bikes, through to electric road bikes. Orbea use…
It’s the time of year all road cycling enthusiasts wait for; yes, it’s the Tour de France. As always, Cycles…
Cycles UK is now Recycling Tyres! Save the world, ride a bike is probably something you’ve heard before. Looking after…
The Raleigh Motus has been one of our top selling electric bikes for the last few years. They are practical…
Specialized is one of the best-known quality bike brands in the world. Started by a group of riders in 1974.…
Trek made their first bikes in 1976 in a barn in Wisconsin. Now they’re one of the biggest bike brands…
Cannondale is not keen on rules. Cannondale thinks outside the box it has led to some of the most innovative…
Founded in 1997 by Jochim Aerts. Ridley is a brand of product innovation. What started as a small company quickly…
Riese and Mūller was founded by bike riders, engineers, inventors, friends and entrepreneurs – Markus Riese and Heiko Müller. Riese…
Cycles UK is honoured to announce we are stocking the BMC Brand bicycles for 2022, but who are BMC Bikes?…
Raleigh Bikes are one of the UK and the world’s oldest & best-known bike brands. Established in 1887 by Sir…
All Cycle UK stores will be taking part in Local Bike Shop Day again this year. Local Bike Shop Day…
Deciding Which Cycling Shoes For Triathalon riding is complicated; there is no straightforward answer. Clipping into pedals is one of…
Choosing the Right Cycling Shoes, Pedals and Cleats is essential. Clipping into pedals is one of the best ways to…
You may have questions about women’s mountain bikes like Are women’s mountain bikes different? You may even be struggling to…
There has been a huge bike boom related to COVID. We are updating this Bike Boom-Stock Update article regularly to…
Specialized did a voluntary recall on some 2019 and 2020 Sirrus and Sirrus X Models in September 2020. The recall…
As electric bikes have become more sophisticated it’s important to stay on top of updates. Just like your home computer…
Electric Bikes vary in the same way that standard bikes do. There are Electric bikes for riding around town, miles…
Cycles UK only stocks Legal Electric bikes that meet government legislation from world-famous brands such as Cannondale, Trek and Specialized.…
Garmin make a very popular range of GPS powered cycle computers. They can be used to track rides, get directions…
We are launching two new Premium Bike Delivery services in England and Wales. We have been running an informal trial…
Specialized are doing their popular helmet amnesty again. Specialized run this scheme every few years. You can get 40% off…
Bontrager makes a vast range of saddles to cover everything from professional racing to commuting or your Sunday morning café…
Repairing a puncture can feel like a complicated task and you can wonder where to start. We cover the size…
What does making Places for Bikes mean? To put it simply infrastructure making riding a bike a more convenient and…
As you’ve probably heard there is a new version of the Highway Code coming out on 29th January 2022. There…
The Cannondale Synapse has been around for a good few years. It is one of our best selling road bikes…
Cannondale’s New App, here’s what you need to know. The top end of each of Cannondale’s 2020 range comes fitted…
Going Tubeless doesn’t just mean you don’t need to carry a replacement inner tube. It’s the same as a car…
Picking a Specialized mountain bike tyre can be complicated. Specialized make some of the best mountain bike tyres around but…
Cycles UK accepts Cycles to Work: Cycle Plus vouchers in our stores and online. The Cycle Plus voucher scheme is…
With the rise of cycling, a lot of people are getting old bikes out of sheds, starting to use bikes…
Cycles UK accepts Cycle to Work – Halfords Cycle2Work vouchers both in our stores and online. This means you can…
A new helmet technology from Bontrager it’s up to 48 times better at preventing concussions than a standard cycling helmet.…
Cycle to Work Vivup vouchers are accepted in Cycles UK stores and online. Vivup cycle scheme is run by SME…
As part of Cycles Uk We Deliver Ride Happy Promise, you can buy instore or online and choose between delivery or collection.
They are little levers that are used for getting tyres off a wheel. A set of levers are one of…
Cycles UK accepts Cycle to Work – Caboodle Cycle2Work in our stores and online. Caboodle aka Salary Extras previously Salary…
The Cycle to Work – Cycle Scheme is one of the longest-running and most popular schemes in the UK. Cycles…
Cycles UK accepts Cycle to Work – Green Commute Initiative vouchers in our stores and online. Green Commute Initiative (also…
Cycles UK Servicing & Repairs At Cycles UK we offer a comprehensive range of Servicing and repairs to keep your…
At Cycles UK, we take riding seriously. We ride ourselves and understand what is essential when buying a bike, clothing,…
As part of our Ride Happy Promise, we offer you 14 days of free insurance against theft and damage, giving you the time to sort out a full policy.
Cycles UK accepts Cycle to Work – Bike2Work Scheme vouchers in our stores and online. You can use your Bike2Work…
There are lots of cycle to work schemes out there. At Cycles UK we accept vouchers from over a dozen…
Cycles UK accept Cycle Solutions cycle to work vouchers in our stores and online. You can use your Cycle Solutions…
Cycles UK accepts all major Cycle To Work Schemes. At Cycles UK, we support all of the leading Cycle to…
Cycles Uk regularly checks our prices against our competitors to ensure that you are getting a good deal. As part of our Price Promise, If you find an item cheaper ask us to match the price.
As part of our Ride Happy Promise: Comfort Guarantee, you can return any contact point within 30 days of purchase, and we will exchange it for a new one free of charge.
Save the world and Cycle to Work, use the Cycle To Work Scheme! One of the easiest ways we can…
From 2nd January to 31st January 2022 you can get up to £250 worth of free accessories when you buy…
Specialized have been gradually expanding their electric bike range over the last few years. For 2022 they have introduced new…
Specialized have been making mountain bikes for nearly as long as there have been mountain bikes. Models like the Rockhopper…
We’ve gathered everything you need to get the best bike lights 2021. So you enjoy your rides through autumn and…
The Sold Secure organisation test bike locks by physically trying to break them under laboratory conditions. They then rate the…
After your bike, choosing the right bike helmet is the most important thing you need for cycling. That’s not just…
Cannondale have been making electric bikes for a couple of years. 2020 Cannondale Electric Bikes Guide covers their hugely increased range.…
Dedicated to making the best electric bikes on the market Riese and Muller are an innovative German company. Made to…
With Orbea MyO you can have your new Orbea bike custom painted at the Orbea factory in the colour scheme you want.…
With Trek Project One you can take selected Trek road and mountain bikes and have them factory customised. You can…
Cycles UK has a collection of Electric Demo Bikes in stock purely for you to test ride! Short test rides…
what is the World’s Safest Cycling Helmet in 2021? Every year Virginia Tech University do a study of the safest…
You might be thinking sunglasses are only good for keeping the sun out of your eyes, so why wear them unless it’s sunny.
Are Cycling Socks Worth It? Most riders spend a lot of time looking into contact points cycling socks can make a difference to your ride comfort.
£1000 has traditionally been a popular price point for new road bikes. Up last year, it was the limit for…
The Trek Roscoe has been a really popular bike for the last couple of years. For the 2022 model year…
You have the option of registering your new bike directly with the brand. So, if you buy a Trek bike…
If you are looking for a custom bike build Cycles UK have a few different options for you. Our shops…
Our 2022 Trek Mountain Bike guide covers everything from Marlin to Fuel, Roscoe and Remedy. Giving you the knowledge to…
Check here for all the latest Cycles UK Covid-19 Updates guidelines and information. Cycles UK Covid Update 16th July 2021…
Specialized have just launched their new kids bike platform. The Specialized Jett is a kids bike designed To Last 3…
BMX is an abbreviation for bicycle motocross or bike motocross. Often used for either racing or performing tricks, the different…
Cycles UK Easter Opening Hours 2021 For Easter 2021 Cycles UK stores will be open the following hours: Good Friday…
Do you have to wear a bike helmet? It is not a legal requirement to wear a cycling helmet in…
What Size Bike Helmet do you need? You’ve decided what helmet you want, but what size bike helmet do I…
When to replace A bike helmet, can be quite a confusing question to get an answer to. Here we clear…
Is there an alternative to the Shimano M324 Pedals, we think so. Lots of people who are new to using…
Is the Bontrager AW3 – The Ultimate Winter Road Tyre? Bontrager has released a new version of their AW3, All-Weather…
The New Orbea Rise 2021 Mountain Bike range has a strong concept behind it. Orbea’s brand is synonymous in the…
If Cycling in winter is new to you, then you’re wondering what Winter cycling clothing do I need, what winter…
If Cycling in winter is new to you, then you’re wondering what Winter cycling clothing do I need, what winter…
Specialized are one of the few manufacturers on the market making their own electric bike systems. Pretty much everyone else uses…
Bike lights are rated in Lumens. A Lumen is the measurment of the total visible light emitted and is commonly…
Our guide to the 2021 best road bikes under £750 makes sure you’ll get the right bike and the best…
Cycles UK is proud to announce we are stocking the Orbea Brand bicycles for 2021, but who are Orbea Bikes? Orbea pronounced…
The Cannondale Topstone has been an extremely popular gravel bike these last three years. Even if you don’t know a…
Cycles UK have 7 bike shops in Essex, Kent, London and Hertfordshire as well as a thriving online business serving…
Meet Sirrus X. When we heard that Specialized was planning to stop making their Crosstrail bikes the reaction was that it was…
Exchanges Great news if you’re buying Christmas presents from us, we have up to a 90-day returns window* so no need to…
£400 – £500 is a really popular price point for mountain bikes. £500 will get you a really good quality…
Our Guide To The Altura Jacket Range You may be wondering which cycling jacket do you need? Altura our one…
What is the best turbo trainer app? It’s that time of year again where you may be more tempted by…
The weather is beginning to change and let’s face it in the UK, that means rain! Our Guide To Mudguards…
If you follow the cycling press you may already have seen some spy shots of the new 2020 Cannondale SuperSix…
We expect Trek to announce the release of the full 2020 Trek Emonda Domane Madone ranges soon. Here’s what we…
Trek 2020 Roscoe and X-Caliber are back. The Roscoe is Treks bestselling trail hardtail. With all the great features that…
The 2020 Specialized Pitch is great value for money. At £399.00 it is possibly the cheapest mountain bike with this…
Specialized 2020 Beyond Gender Allez range guide. Specialized Announced earlier in the year that they were going to go beyond…
Whyte 2020 Carryover bikes. Whyte still has lots of great bikes on the way for 2020 to get excited about. …
Bontrager Carbon Wheels. Bontrager has a long history of making world-class wheels. The story goes that back in the 1980s…
The Best 2019 Mountain bikes under £1000 are simplistic, true to their roots and focus on fun. They aren’t bogged…
The 2020 Cannondale Treadwell is Cannondale’s newest bike this model year. It’s designed as a comfy, fun and playful bike…
A good pair of cycling shorts will transform your experience on the bike. So here are our top best men’s…
It’s Paris-Roubaix this weekend and Specialized has launched a brand new version of their Roubaix bike. Previous versions of the Roubaix…
Our 2019 Bontrager Spring Summer Clothing blog explains the range fully so you can be sure what jersey or shorts…
Specialized Stop Making Women’s Specific Bikes. Specialized has announced that they are going to Stop Making Women’s Specific Bikes. Going ‘beyond…
Full Suspension Mountain Bikes come in four different breeds. Cross country, Trail, Enduro and Downhill. The most common being Trail…
That’s right, Specialized has just dropped the new Specialized Stumpjumper Evo Pro Carbon. It’s a carbon fibre version of their…
Our guide to 2019 Best Carbon Road Bikes Under £2500 makes sure you’ll get the right bike and the best…
Our 2019 Specialized Road Bike Guide. It’s safe to say Specialized are a big player in the road cycling world,…
2019 Cannondale Mountain Bike Guide will help you identify which of the Cannondale range suits you the best. Cannondale has…
2019 Cannondale Road Bike Guide. Cannondale has massively expanded its road bike range for 2019. It now covers pretty much…
Cycles UK Guide To Road Bike Gears. If you are buying a road bike one of the big differences between models will…
The Specialized ANGi (Angular and G-Force indicator) system is a small tracking device that attaches to your helmet. ANGi syncs…
Guide To Indoor Trainers. As the temperature drops and the nights get darker it gets harder and harder to get…
What is a MIPS helmet? Let’s start by clarifying the meaning of MIPS. MIPS stands for Multi-directional Impact Protection System.…
Back in April, we posted about Specialized’s new Stumpjumper that had just been released. Back then the only models on sale were…
GT was founded in 1979 by Gary Turner. GT is still one of the big names in the cycling industry…
Post-Tour De France blues? Welcome the 2019 Specialized Venge Pro! Well now the S-works Venge we have been drooling over…
Which Car Bike Rack Is Best? Whether you are a cycling enthusiast looking for riding beyond your local area or…
Another day another aero bike. It’s the week before the tour so everyone is launching their flagship race bikes. Today…
What is the Best Cycling Cafe In Essex, Cycles UK may have the answer? Cycling has become massively popular in…
Bike magazines and websites tend to focus on road bikes and mountain bikes. But hybrid bikes are just as popular…
Are you struggling to figure out what size kids bike should I buy? Read our guide to kids bike sizes…
As road cycling has become more popular in the last couple of years. More cyclist have started using daytime running…
Specific turbo trainer tyres use special compounds designed to stop the tyre from overheating and make it last longer. They…
Why Carry A Spare Inner Tube? Nearly all bikes use an inner tube. If you get a puncture when you…
If you are new to cycling you may be wondering which bike pump to buy? The first type of pump…
If there is one thing your non-cycling friends are likely to comment on it is wearing tight lycra cycling shorts.…