Cycling is more popular than ever so chances are you will need to buy a present for someone who loves riding a bike. We’ve rounded up some easy ideas for you to pick from in our 2022 Cycles UK Christmas Gift Guide. £20 and Under, Stocking Fillers and Secret Santa Yep you picked the person in the office you know the least about. Except you realise they ride their bike all the time. “Great” you…
A lot of bikes don’t come with any pedals. That can be a bit of a surprise for people who are new, or returning to cycling. There are loads of different types of pedals out there so bike brands expect you will fit your own personal favourites. That’s great for experienced cyclists, but if you are new to it knowing how to choose the right bike pedals can be a daunting task. There are so…
Garmin make a very popular range of GPS powered cycle computers. They can be used to track rides, get directions or follow training plans. They range in price from around £150 to over £500. In this guide we are going to run you through the key features of each model so you can work our which Garmin cycle computer works best for you. The Garmin ecosystem Before we go onto the computers themselves it’s worth…
Specialized are doing their popular helmet amnesty again. Specialized run this scheme every few years. You can get 40% off a new Specialized helmet when you trade in an old helmet from any brand. Helmets do deteriorate over time and gradually lose some of their integrity. This is commonly due to UV exposure. Minor knocks when helmets get transported in your car, accidentally dropped at the cafe or in minor crashes can also cause damage.…
Bontrager makes a vast range of saddles to cover everything from professional racing to commuting or your Sunday morning café ride. Cycles UK Bontrager saddles buyers guide will ensure you get the right saddle for you. All Bontrager saddles are covered by our comfort guarantee. So if you buy one and don’t like it, you can exchange it for a different one within 30 days free of charge. To help you make the right decision…
Repairing a puncture can feel like a complicated task and you can wonder where to start. We cover the size of your tyre and inner tube, what valve you have, which pump to use and Repairing a Puncture. How do I know what size my tyres are? You can find the information you need on the tyre wall, the same as your car. The size is on the wheel circumference followed by the tyre width.Mountain…
Cannondale’s New App, here’s what you need to know. The top end of each of Cannondale’s 2020 range comes fitted with a wheel sensor for the new Cannondale app. As of September 2020 you’ll be able to purchase the sensor and retrospectively fit it to any 2018 or younger bike. Cannondale has worked with Garmin on the wheel sensor. So you know Cannondale want this new technology to be everything you want it to be……
Going Tubeless doesn’t just mean you don’t need to carry a replacement inner tube. It’s the same as a car or motorbike tyre. A combination of air pressure at the bead creates an airtight seal and sealant bonds and maintains that seal. The sealant is a mix of latex and rubber particulates and disperses around the tyre to provide a fix. The sealant also helps to fill punctures meaning repairs are less frequent on tubeless…
Picking a Specialized mountain bike tyre can be complicated. Specialized make some of the best mountain bike tyres around but their naming conventions can be confusing. For the 2022 model year they have tyres with names such as Fast Trak Control 2Bliss Ready T5 and Fast Trak Grid 2Bliss Ready T7. Visually these tyres look very similar but have a £5 price difference between them so here’s our guide to picking a Specialized Mountain bike…
With the rise of cycling, a lot of people are getting old bikes out of sheds, starting to use bikes they haven’t before or using bikes that could do with an upgrade. Here are our tips to help you feel great on and get the most out of your bike. Starting with the tools, it’s worth having on hand to maintain your bike and get as much out of it as possible. First Things First…
