The latest from our Blog
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The Importance of Regular Bike Maintenance
Cycling can be a fantastic way to stay active, save money on transportation and reduce your carbon footprint. However, owning a bike comes with the responsibility of maintaining it. In order to keep your bike running smoothly, and more importantly safely, you need to ensure it has undergone the correct maintenance. In this blog, we…
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How to Prevent Your Bicycle From Being Stolen
Being a victim of theft is a widespread problem for cyclists. The practical tips in this blog will inform you how to prevent your bicycle from being stolen and, if it is, the steps you can take to retrieve it. It’s important to note that there’s no guarantee that any of the measures we discuss…
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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…
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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,…
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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…
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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…
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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,…
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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…
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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…
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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…