What makes a nice bike, truly nice? I'm not talking about intangibles here, like frame geometry or that magic 'ride feel', but actual things. Is it having a frame made from the latest aerospace-grade wonder material, a blingy parts list, or a freehub so loud it can be heard around the world? Read More
We're kicking off what will hopefully become a semi-regular Staff Rides column with a look at something a little unusual - a go-anywhere, do-anything adventure bike... that folds! Our resident Brompton expert has been riding his for a few months now and seems to be pretty smitten. Read More
Gravel riding really took if in 2019 and we can see why. The crunch of the dust and rocks beneath your tyres, the fresh air and the proximity to nature are truly liberating. With all that in mind, we’ve compiled our top ten reasons to get into gravel. Read More
Sprinting is a vital skill for cyclists at all levels, but it’s not as simple as it might seem. Winning bunch sprints and hitting top speeds on two wheels isn’t all about pure power and your physical ability to turn the pedals quickly, it’s also down to mastering things like positioning, timing and tactics. Read More
Brompton, proudly based in London since 1975, are the market leader, and with good reason. They have always had one intention: to increase your sense of independence and freedom, no matter how crowded your life. They’re ingeniously designed and surprisingly rewarding to ride. Read More
Squish are part of a venerable British collective of bike companies including Dawes and Claud Butler, All-important too is that they look cool – these bikes won’t be gathering dust at the back of the garage, that’s for sure – and they’re designed to last should they need to be handed down to a younger sibling a few years down the line. Read More
As the weather starts to improve, more and more of us are ditching the indoor trainers in favour of outdoor adventures. You needn’t bring the whole toolbox with you, just a small handful of items that you can easily stow in a saddlebag. Here are some of the main essentials you should carry with you on a long ride… Read More
If there’s one good thing about being stuck in the dark depths of winter, then it’s being able to plan and set your goals for the upcoming season. Whether you’re planning to complete your first century, win your first criterium race, or simply beat your personal best up the local climb, this is the perfect time to start preparing your training plan. Read More
t won’t have passed you by that this week was touted as the ‘most miserable of the year’ – in fact, we’ve just had what’s been dubbed ‘Blue Monday’. But we know one sure fire way to get over all this – it’s simple really: just get out and ride. Read More
