Tag: bikes

If you’ve been looking through the internet to find an electric bike, chances are you may have come across he San Diego based electric bike brand, Juiced Bikes. This company prides itself on the affordability as well as the impressive range and power that their bikes produce. Thus allowing you to go further on your bike, making them a solid option for anyone wanting to look for a car replacement. Are Juiced E-Bikes Good? Founded back in 2009 by U.S. Olympic high jumper Tora Harris, who just happened to attain a degree in Mechanical and Aerospace Engineering from Princeton University, this brand has been really well thought out. If you like long range e-bikes that often feature fat tires then…

Looking for a new bike can be a long winded boresome process that can feel like a total information overload, but it really doesn’t have to be. We’ve made this piece dedicated to the brand PUBLIC bikes to help you to navigate your way around your next purchase, making the researching much easier and hassle free. So whether you have heard about PUBLIC bikes before or have only just come across this brand thanks to us, then hopefully by the end you’ll have an idea if they are actually any good and maybe one to fit your needs. Are PUBLIC Bikes Good? PUBLIC bikes are good if you are looking for a well priced city style bike. Their range comes…

Electric bikes are increasingly popular as a way to get around. Having an extra boost can help with riding longer distances, tackling hills and carrying cargo. For disabled people, e-bikes can also be used as mobility aids which enable riders to travel, exercise and relax. 16% of the world’s population, or 1 in 6 of us, will experience some form of disability in our lifetime. This equates to an estimated 1.3 billion people worldwide. From physical impairments to mental health conditions, there are many different disabilities which affect people in a wide variety of ways. Thankfully there are also lots of non-standard cycles to cater for a range of needs. In this article, we’ll be exploring the best adaptive e-cycles…

Cycling is wonderful for a whole range of reasons. It’s a lovely way to travel, a leisurely activity for a sunny weekend, and a great way to get and keep fit, too. However, if you’re overweight, you might feel a bit daunted about starting to cycle. Riding a bike can feel like really hard work at times, and you might even be concerned about finding a bike that will hold your weight. E-bikes are a great idea for those who are just getting back on the saddle, or who want all the fun and fitness that comes with cycling without all of the effort and sweat – and they are, like plenty of non-electric bikes, often suitable for heavy riders…

According to the World Health Organisation, “an estimated 1.3 billion people experience significant disability. This represents 16% of the world’s population, or 1 in 6 of us.”  They also state that, “persons with disabilities find inaccessible and unaffordable transportation 15 times more difficult than for those without disabilities.” At Discerning Cyclist, we are keen advocates of cycling for transport and riding in style. For some Disabled people like myself cycling is much easier than walking, or using public transport. So in this article we’ll be exploring how and why cycling can play an invaluable role in empowering and enabling Disabled people to ride from A to B, whether it’s for a workout, work or wellbeing.   Can Disabled People Cycle?  It…

Electric bikes are convenient in so many ways. They allow you to cycle with less effort thanks to assistance from a motor, and they give a boost of power when you need it most, like when you’re tackling a tough climb. As a bonus, they’re an environmentally-friendly way to get from A to B. However, there’s one thing that often puts prospective e-bike owners off, and that’s their size and weight. They are often significantly heavier than traditional bikes, making them tricky for commuters who have to use trains or buses on their journey, or for those who want to put them in the car for a weekend adventure. A standard e-bike weighs between 20 and 25kg, which is a…

Chainless bikes are not a new innovation. The first machines to resemble what we recognise as bicycles were propelled by a rider’s legs, but it didn’t take long to find an engineered alternative to human power.  Solutions and tinkering from pioneering inventors turned to existing industrial and mechanical methods of turning gears. This ingenuity brought the shaft-drive system to the bicycle.  Although many inventors received patents, commercial development of the system was eventually stopped by the efficiency and relative low cost of the chain drive system. The arrival of the derailleur in between the two world wars brought standardisation and utility to the world of cycling, coinciding with mass production. The chain drive system, even though not universal,  was here…

Brompton bikes are some of the most popular bikes on the market, featuring virtually unparalleled build quality, a smooth ride and advanced tech. Unfortunately, all of that comes with a high cost: Bromptons are expensive. That leads many cyclists to wonder whether they can grab a Brompton bike on sale at a more palatable price. Bromptons tend to hold their value very well (another reason that they’re so expensive), which makes it more difficult to find a discount. Don’t lose hope, though, because smart shoppers can still sometimes find these bikes on sale. Brompton Bike Sales? Brompton very rarely discounts its bikes because it doesn’t need to. The popularity of these machines means that they fly off the shelves. However,…