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Challenging ride blog 3: Got lost, get unlost
You’re in the middle of a long, challenge ride and realise you’re completely lost. What to do next? In this modern age where everything is smart, connected and can run out of battery, here are some tips to use minimal mobile data and technology to find your way back home. Prioritise your objectives The approach…
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Challenging ride blog 2: What to take on really long rides
If you’ve caught the cycling bug then you’re probably looking for your next cycling challenge. Preparation is key on really long rides and here are some tips on what you should take. How long is a piece of string Let’s start by sorting out the elephant in the room. Those pro cyclists who whizzed round…
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Challenging ride blog 1: Planning
So in the spirit of ‘something for every cyclist’, we’re moving from a few weeks of Beginners’ blogs to a few on the longer, more challenging ride. (That’s not to say we suggest going straight from one to the other; just that the part in between is a little more self-explanatory.) Planning your first long,…
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Beginner’s blog 4: How to avoid a puncture
It’s the cyclist’s scourge, the spanner in the works (if that’s not mixing metaphors). The moment when being your own boss, master of your own journey (not to mention time keeping) goes out the window. But take heart! There’s a surprising number of things you can do to prevent yourself falling prey to the dreaded…
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Beginner’s blog 3: How to plan a cycling route
We’re all for cycling more often and more safely. At some point, you’ll need to plan a route and these pointers should help you find your way. Goal, ability and realism Have a clear goal for the route you’re planning. Are you looking for the shortest route, fastest route or quietest route? Do you need…
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Beginner’s blog 2: How to get your friends to start cycling
Cycling is great right? Some people just don’t know it yet. Their inner cyclists are dormant and all they need is someone to show them the way. Offer to help them get started Everyone has to start somewhere. Offer your help to get a non-cyclist get started, maybe pointing them to our last blog since…
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Beginner’s Blog 1: Common questions from beginner cyclists
The next few blogs we’ll be posting relate to new cyclists – So let’s kick off with some key FAQs. If you’ve just taken up cycling (and hats off to you if you have – it is January after all), then you might be facing numerous considerations. Here are the answers to some of the…
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Top 10 hills to avoid/visit in London
Some avoid hills at all costs, some long for them. There aren’t long mountain passes in London but you will find some seriously steep hills and there’s no question – they’re a tall order to conquer. For the purposes of this blog, the M25 is the boundary; all 10 hills are within this. If you…
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Top 5 cycling new year resolutions
Happy New Year! Let’s make 2017 another cycling year! Read on for our 5 favourite cycling new year resolutions. There should be something for beginner cyclists, occasional cyclists and seasoned cyclists alike. Get someone to start cycling Spread the love! You might know someone who is considering taking up cycling for commuting or recreationally. Help…
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Diamond bike frame
Sorry if the title’s a bit of a clickbait – you won’t find an actual diamond covered bike here – but what you will find is the classic ‘diamond’ shaped bike frame plus some wonderful variations on the bike frame theme. The modern bicycle We will leave the story of the origin of the modern…