The latest from our Blog

• Mental Health Benefits of Cycling

  Cycling is one of the best hobbies people can pick up. There’s a near-endless list of physical benefits that come with regular cycling. However, some that are rarely discussed are the many mental health benefits of cycling. Here’s why cycling is one of the best things you can do to support your mental health. Exercise…
• Changes to The Highway Code For Cyclists

  In 2022 the UK Government introduced some changes to the Highway Code, with an aim to make them safer for people walking, cycling and riding horses. Some of the biggest changes were made to the Highway Code for cyclists. These will have a huge impact on the way cyclists should behave on the road. Surprisingly,…
• Why Owning a Brompton Will Change Your Life

  As the running of cars and price of public transport become more expensive, people are desperate to reduce the cost of their commutes. Cycling to work isn’t exactly a new concept, however, there have always been some glaring complications. Brompton have invented a bike to tackle any issues you might have. Convenience Besides from being…
• I am Giant!

  The well-established brand, Giant is the world’s largest manufacturer of bicycles in the world. Their products are consistently rated highest in Mountain and Hybrid bike categories. Giant is quite literally a Giant brand that has produced high-quality goods for decades. Who is Giant? The brand is a major leader in the industry and has had…
• A Marin Bike Story You Cannot Miss

  We have a long relationship with Marin Bikes that we are proud to say is still strong to this day. This blog is about our personal story and connection with Marin. Who are Marin Bikes Marin is one of the most popular bicycle manufacturers in the world. They offer a world-class lineup of critically-acclaimed mountain,…
• Why Wide Tyres are Considered Better

  One of the biggest myths in cycling is that wider tyres are slow. Narrow tyre types have previously been accepted as the quickest and 25mm tyres on a road bike were considered exotically wide and slow! However, recent research has shown the opposite. Bicycles started off with incredibly wide tyres that suited the often unsurfaced…
• Cycling vs Running – Which is Better?

  Cycling Vs Running, it is the classic debate. Both are well known and well-advised exercises that are enjoyed by people across the globe. They’re both forms of aerobic exercise that can be pursued outdoors and indoors, with the use of additional equipment. The general rule of thumb is there is a 1:3 run-to-bike ratio; meaning one mile of…
• Discounts on Bike Servicing and Repairs

  We always get excited at this time of year to offer discounts on bike servicing and repairs. The Winter Workshop Discount Voucher was an idea we had many years ago. Throughout the summer, (this is the time when the sun is supposed to be out ☀️ ) we would often have a very busy workload…
• Why you should buy from a local bike shop

  Buying a new bike can be quite a stressful thing to do! With there being so much to consider and it potentially being an expensive endeavour, it should be clear why you should buy from a local bike shop! It’s Easy A big selling point of buying locally is that it’s so much easier than…
• Buying a bike for a Christmas Present?

  If you are stuck for a Christmas present and have a cycling enthusiast in your family then pop into our Heathfield shop! We have so many bikes in stock right now and will be only too happy to prepare one for you to buy and take away before Christmas. Bikes At Cycle Revival, we sell…