What to Look For in a Long Distance Folding Bike

No! Well not really light and really strong. If you want the strongest, most unbreakable bike lock it is going to be very heavy. On the other hand, if you want a very light lock then scumbag thieves will be able to cut through it with not much more than a pair of scissors. In between these…

Cycling is one of the most effective ways of getting around the city. It helps reduce carbon footprint; it’s economical and great for your health. However, pedaling up and down the hill on a regular bike can be tiring, especially for seniors. That means that cycling on a standard bike isn’t for everyone. That’s why…

No. The Highway Code suggests cyclists should wear approved cycle helmets, but there is no UK law compelling riders to wear them. This is the case with most countries and territories in the World, with the notable exceptions of Australia and New Zealand. However, this doesn’t mean that you shouldn’t wear a helmet!

Touring bikes are designed to cover long distances in comfort while carrying luggage. For these reasons they have relaxed geometry frame and usually drop-handlebars to allow the rider to adjust hand positions on a long ride.A rack is fitted to allow the attachment of rear panniers, and the forks usually have mounting points for fitting a front rack/panniers….

“Bum in the clouds. Face on the floor” is one rather exaggerated description of the sort of position aggressive frame geometry throws your body into. Aggressive geometry bikes have short headtubes and steep frame angles. The former put the rider into a more aerodynamic position (lower head and flatter back) whilst the latter create a…