Bikes are a great way to get around, whether you’re commuting to work, cutting your carbon footprint or trying to hit your fitness goals. But with so many different types of bikes on the market, it can be hard to know which one is right for you. In this post, we’ll break down the key difference between hybrid bikes and road bikes. Bikes as Cars If you are new to cycling it’s often easiest to…
Many hybrid bikes come fitted with a suspension fork on the front. Hybrid bikes with suspension are normally intended for use on mixed surfaces including cycle paths and tracks as well. The suspension fork is designed to absorb some of the shocks, making for a more comfortable ride. This can be handy on badly maintained roads, as well as off-road sections. Advantages of suspension on a hybrid bike Having a suspension fork gives a confidence…
Knowing what size hybrid bike you need is a key step in the buying process. Helpfully all bike brands use slightly different sizing and change it over time. We’ve put together some simple charts below which act as a rough guide. These are based on the official 2022 and 2023 sizing charts from each brand for their most popular hybrid models. You should always double-check on the model you are looking at to make sure…
Hybrid bikes are great for commuting, fitness and generally getting around. They are one of our biggest selling categories of bike as they are so versatile. We sell hybrid bikes from Trek, Specialized, Cannondale, Orbea, Whyte and Raleigh. Below we have put together our top 10 hybrid bikes. These are our best-selling bikes in 2022/2023, so it gives a good idea of what bikes are popular. It is worth noting that bike availability was still…
Most people are familiar with hybrid cars like the Toyota Prius. On an electric car you have both a petrol and an electric motor and the car will switch between the two to save fuel. Electric hybrid bikes don’t really work that way. In fact they are called ‘hybrid’ bikes for a different reason. The ‘hybrid’ and ‘electric’ bit are two separate things on bikes. So what does hybrid mean on an electric bike? A…
Hybrid bikes combine features from both road and mountain bikes to create a versatile bike that can be ridden on a variety of surfaces. So, can hybrid bikes go on gravel? The answer is yes! Hybrid bikes are designed to handle a variety of terrain, so riding on gravel is no problem. However, there are some hybrid bikes which can cope with gravel, and some which are specifically designed for it. What do we mean…
A hybrid bike is a cross between a mountain bike and a road bike. It’s a versatile bike that can be used for a variety of activities. They are normally sold for commuting and general fitness riding. We often get asked whether hybrid bikes are good for long distances by people wanting to do charity challenges such as London to Paris. What type of hybrid bike? You basically get 2 types of hybrid bikes. Some…
In this guide to hybrid bikes we’ll take you through the main choices to consider when buying a new hybrid bike. We’ll also showcase some of our favourite hybrid bikes for you to pick from. Why buy a hybrid bike? Hybrids are the bikes that most people should have. If you want a bike for commuting, going to the shops, getting fit or just for getting around a hybrid is generally the best choice. They…
