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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,…

Electric bikes are versatile machines offering pedal assistance to support your abilities and leg power. They usually recharge the same way as other small portable electrical devices. The battery pops off the frame and into the wall socket via a cable. In a matter of a few hours, you’re topped up. Electrically-supported transport through traditionally motorised vehicles offers forms of energy regeneration when in use. Car manufacturers are falling over themselves to advertise this feature as ‘free recharge’. Can the makers of e-bikes promise the same? Do Electric Bikes Charge While Pedalling? Most electric bikes do not charge when pedalling. The reasons for this come from the physics lab, the accountancy textbooks and the heritage and dynamics of why so…

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…

If you think your workplace is too far away to cycle to, there’s a good chance you find the first or last part of your commute the most challenging – especially if you work in a city. In busy towns and cities, it can be difficult (and/or expensive) to park your car anywhere near your office. Or, if you commute by bus or train for the majority of your journey, then you’ve got to hope that both your home and workplace are nice and close to a station. Therefore, it can be useful to have an easily storable mode of transport to hand. And that is exactly why folding bikes have exploded in popularity in the past couple of decades….

If you’ve decided to commute to work by bicycle, you might well be considering using a folding bike. As the name suggests, these are collapsible bikes that are compact and easy to transport, perfect for tucking away when you get to the office or if you don’t have much space to store a bike in your home. However, as folding bikes tend to have smaller frames and wheels than regular bikes, they are often stiffer and less shock-absorbent. They’re often considered less comfortable on bumpy surfaces and potentially more difficult to ride. This is why you should consider a folding bike with suspension, for better ease of cycling and improved comfort. At Discerning Cyclist, we’re here to help with our…

Belt chains have a myriad of advantages over their more traditional, chain counterparts. They’re quieter, offer a smoother ride and tend to last longer – not to mention requiring nearly zero maintenance! All of this comes at a cost, though, so belt drives are usually more expensive. Belt drives and foldable bikes are a powerful combination offering an even more convenient ride and letting you take your bike anywhere. Since these bikes are getting more popular, there’s a lot of choice. If you’re not sure where to begin, here are our top picks… Can You Get a Belt Drive on a Folding Bike? Yes! Belt drives are a popular choice on folding bikes. Unlike chains, belts can be virtually ignored…

When considering a new bike purchase, it’s usual to carefully consider a few important factors. One of these factors is likely the weight of the bike, which can often sway our final decision when choosing between a couple of options. This therefore is still going to be an important aspect when deciding upon an electric bike. So with that in mind, here’s a list of the lightest electric bikes currently available. Electric Bike Weight Electric bike weight may be a contributing factor as to why some people have been put off of purchasing or using one in the past. However, as they’ve become a solid option within the market, new technological advances have meant the weight at present is far…