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Riding in winter can be tricky. It’s cold, it’s often wet and windy so finding the motivation to get yourself out the door can be tough Having said that, winter is a time for some great riding to be had. The change in temperature brings a change in scenery, leaves turn golden and line the roads, cold mornings coat landscapes in frost,... - Buying guides
A bicycle cassette is the cluster of sprockets located on the rear hub of your bike, slotting onto a freehub body and held firmly in place with a threaded cassette lockring. Find out everything you need to know in our Cassette Buying Guide. - Buying guides
Keeping up your riding in the off-season months of autumn and winter can be a challenge, but it is a lot easier if you're warm and comfortable. Keep your legs protected in any weather by choosing the right cycling tights. - Buying guides
Base layers are the base of any layering system. They are designed to sit next to the skin and wick moisture away from your body. They do this by absorbing moisture (sweat) from the surface of your skin then allowing it to evaporate away. By wicking sweat away from the body, a base layer keeps you dry, comfortable and chill free. Thermal base layers can also help to keep you warm by trapping an insulating layer of warm air around the skin. - Buying guides
If you’re a cyclist, runner, hiker, fast-packer, or triathlete searching for rain jackets or all-weather layers, you may be feeling a little wet behind the ears given the current deluge of baffling jargon accompanying modern products. - Buying guides
A rear derailleur (often referred to as a 'rear mech') is the mechanism that moves the chain from cog-to-cog on the cassette at the rear of the bike. The right hand gear shifter on the handlebars pulls a cable (or uses electronic signals) to move the derailleur, which in-turn moves the chain onto the appropriate cog on the cassette. - Buying guides
Inner tubes. They're not the most exciting part of your bike, but they are pretty essential. What's more, if you don't have the right size of inner tube, then you're pretty stuck. We have a great range of inner tubes; for road, mountain bike, cyclocross and kid's bikes. What inner tube do you need? Read on... - Buying guides
Mudguards aren't the most exciting cycle component; but they are one of most useful. Mudguards help to keep you and your bike cleaner, and more comfortable; on those wet and muddy rides. But what mudguards are right for you? - How to guides
The pressure that you choose for your bicycle tyres, whether it is a road bike, mountain bike, or hybrid, plays a huge part in comfort and safety. In this guide, we look at how to get the best tyre pressure for your riding style and conditions. - Buying guides
Kids love bikes. It is as simple as that. The bicycle has always been a preferred mode of transportation for kids; it fuels their imagination and allows them to roam, discover and appreciate their environment.
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Smart turbo trainer buying guide
Smart turbo trainers can turn a tough afternoon of training into an experience of adventure and competition. But how do you get started? -
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Overshoes buying guide
Why do I need overshoes? Overshoes come in all sorts of varieties for all sorts of conditions and purposes. In the summer, you can use overshoes to gain an aerodynamic advantage in a time trial. In -
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How to avoid frostbitten fingers this winter
Cycling through the winter can be rewarding, but cold hands can be painful and ruin the experience. A good pair of cycling gloves will keep chills at bay, but what else can you do to enjoy getting -
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How to protect your bike in the winter
It’s difficult, occasionally uncomfortable, and tough on your bike, but whether you’re a road racer, MTB trailer, or a devoted commuter, winter riding is still definitely worth it. Here -
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How Elastic Interface will improve your ride
If you've been shopping for cycling shorts or tights you'll probably be familiar with the name Elastic Interface. You might have seen their logo on the label, but what exactly do they do?