Cycle Schemes are a brilliant initiative from the British Government. It helps to promote healthier living (for you and the environment) by helping you to purchase a bike, spreading the payments over several months and not paying tax or national insurance on it. Use of different schemes is becoming more and more common, so here is a little bit of information that should help you through the bike buying process if using the scheme. This…
There are two main types of turbo trainers, wheel on or direct drive. A wheel on trainer uses the complete bike, clamps to the rear axle and has an adjustable roller which applies friction to the back wheel. There are a few benefits to using this system: Pretty easy to get your bike on and off the trainerNo need to remove the rear wheel from the bikeRelatively low cost Getting the bike on and off…
Each year, bikes seem to be coming with less and less. I don’t mean on the actual bike (pedals not included!) but in terms of paperwork. The cynic would say it is cost saving; the optimist will claim it is environmentally friendly. Whatever is driving the lack of paper instructions it is a fact, and can leave you, the consumer, slightly underwhelmed when you collect your new pride and joy. Most places will tell you…
We have lots of conversations with customers about warranties in store and they generally fall into one of three categories: Providing reassurance when someone is making a purchaseProviding reassurance when something goes wrongProviding huge frustration when something isn’t covered by a warranty! The aim of this article is to shed a bit of light on what can and can’t be expected from a warranty. What You Should Do to Avoid a Problem: Keep your receipt…
As Winter approaches, the nights are getting darker and the days are getting colder, and conditions for cycling can be difficult at times. But you don’t want to stop cycling until the new year, because let’s face it, Wales isn’t known for its hot climate. But, how exactly can you stay safe whilst cycling during Winter? That’s why you’re here to find out, so let’s take a look. Service Checks The first step to consider…
News just in, we are offering a free service when you buy a brand new bike with us. To note, this applies to the first service of your new bike, keeping it in great condition. Let’s talk about the range of service packages we have available. If you currently own a bike and it’s in need of a service, we are more than happy to assist you with bike servicing North Wales. What’s Involved We…
Having your bike set up in the correct way is essential if you are to get the most out of it and avoid aches and pains. This is true if you are just starting out or an experienced rider. As our bodies change and adapt, so does the position that will feel comfortable and most efficient on the bike. It is this continually changing relationship between rider and bike that makes a regular bike fit…
Choosing a step through E-bike can seem a complicated process when faced with the minefield of options that manufacturers are now offering, be it motor output, battery size, frame style, the size of the frame itself – the list goes on. But fear not! This buying guide is here to help you make sense of all the latest and greatest features of a modern step-through electric bike in order to choose the right bike for…
Shimano’s second tier groupset goes semi-wireless and moves to 12-speed for 2022! Shimano’s infamous Ultegra grouspset has seen some major updates compared to the previous 11-speed iteration, most notably now only available in Di2 rather than being available in a mechanical guise as well. Not only this, but the groupset has also gained an extra cog in the cassette, as well as ditching the cables from the shifters to what would have been a junction…
Layering for winter Many riders are put off by the very idea of riding throughout the winter, and motivation to get out can be harder to find when it’s cold and wet outside. Done properly however, layering your clothing properly can keep you riding and find enjoyment from riding when the mercury drops. Base Layers The first thing to get right is an appropriate base layer and investing in such can make the world of…
