Category: Bike Gear

VanMoof bikes are some of the most popular, stylish and smoothest-riding bikes in the world. They’re also some of the most expensive. Not everybody is willing or even able to invest several thousand dollars in a bike. Fortunately, there are some fantastic budget alternatives for the price-conscious. These spare the wallet without compromising the ride. Why is VanMoof So Popular? VanMoof bikes are popular because they offer an array of cutting-edge technology, supreme ride quality, short charge times, lightweight frames, low maintenance and unparalleled customer support. Many people simply consider these bikes the pinnacle of urban e-cycling. Although VanMoof’s bikes are undoubtedly high end, e-bike technology is advancing quickly and they’re far from the only quality bikes available. It’s perfectly…

Historically known for being a country of high engineering quality, it’s no surprise that Britain boasts many bike brands offering a host of different bikes, ranging from hand made steel gravel rigs, to high end folding bikes. But which British bike brands are the best? Are There Any British-Made Bicycles? There are many British made bicycles on the market at present, although you should be aware that you may have to pay a premium for such a product. This higher pricing is predominantly due to hand made items being more time consuming to produce, and therefore having a higher skill and labour cost in comparison to a mass produced bike from overseas. UK Bicycle Manufacturers Within the UK there are…

I have been trying to find suitable trousers for cycling for a while. As a utility cyclist, I’ve struggled to get the right balance between practicality and style, especially when riding to work or to meet friends.  So when I had the opportunity to try out Vaela’s cycling jeans, I was very keen to give them a go. Not just because it may mean my trouser search would be over, but also because I can very much relate to their story of “being serially disappointed by the cycle clothes available to women” and “the general difficulties faced by women who wish to ride more easily and more often”.  I appreciate their mission to address this, and also the way they…

Lockable bike covers are the ultimate practical accessories. Not only do they keep your bike safe from inclement weather conditions but they help to keep it secure against theft and tampering. These covers act like traditional, durable bike covers but are lockable, so your bike is always safe. They also solve another of the more common problems that commuters face. Turning up to work on your bicycle is great, but you’re often faced with a stark choice. Using a bicycle lock leaves your bike exposed to the weather, but using a cover often means sacrificing security. By combining the best of both worlds, lockable bike covers have quickly become one of the most popular cycling accessories on the market. With…

The electric revolution is well and truly underway, and one of the most popular forms of electric transport is, of course, the electric bike. Electric bikes, or e-bikes, offer a fast, environmentally-conscious, low-effort way to get around, whether that’s on an urban commute, a rugged mountain bike trail, a dirt track or even a race track. While an electric bicycle is usually the first thing that comes to mind when e-bikes are mentioned, the motorised road bike is not the only form an e-bike can take. There are e-MTBs, e-mopeds, e-motorcycles and even e-bicycles that look like motorcycles, which are a fun way to cruise with a bit of extra power and style. On this page, we’ll explore all the…

Trying to buy a bicycle can be tricky. There are just so many options out there, so many stores to choose from, so many brands, components, styles and sizes — it can be difficult to know where to begin. While shopping for bikes in person can be a very rewarding experience, as you can chat to store assistants, see the bikes in real life, and even try them out before you buy, it can be time-consuming and tiring to traipse around multiple bike stores to find the perfect model for you. Well, we have some good news — shopping for a bike couldn’t be easier online. You’ll have access to hundreds of options at your fingertips, the opportunity to live…

If you’ve ever been pedalling away on a busy city cycle path, rushing to work using all the power your legs could muster only to arrive tired and sweaty, the thought of getting an electric bike has probably crossed your mind. Electric bikes, or e-bikes, make pedalling easier using a battery-powered assist. It generally comes through pedalling — i.e. when you pedal, a small motor engages and takes over some of the work — or, in some cases, with a throttle. When e-bikes are equipped with a throttle, it engages the motor at the press of a button, but this is a separate class of e-bike which is generally not suitable for road use. Electric bikes can go pretty fast…

There’s no two ways about it: wearing a bike helmet is absolutely essential, no matter where you ride, how far you ride, or where you’re riding to. However, helmets are infamous for ruining any hair styling efforts, even leaving an unsightly red sweaty mark across your forehead, and no-one wants to arrive at work or social event rocking that look. It can, therefore, feel like you’re stuck between a rock and a hard place. Either you put your safety first and wear a helmet but arrive at your destination looking a bit of a state, or you forgo the helmet to protect your hair and put yourself at risk of serious head injury, or worse, if you come off your…