Archive for the ‘Cycling accessories’ Category: All the accessories that make your cycling more fun and enjoyable. Know what to look for when you walk into a bike shop or buy online.

What would you spend £100 on?

{ Posted on Mar 16 2010 by Andreas }
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Say you’ve just sat back on your sofa and your hand slips in-between the cushions. You pull out a £100 note! Huh? How did that get there? Naturally you begin dreaming about all the things you could spend it ...Read More »

3 new cycling iPhone apps

{ Posted on Feb 15 2010 by Andreas }
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The iPhone has become my partner in crime while cycling around London. Not only does it tell me statistics such as my average speed but it also helps get me around. Meet me at Grand Bazar near Bond Street says ...Read More »

Still time for the perfect valentines gift!

{ Posted on Feb 12 2010 by Andreas }
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If it isn’t yet 2.30pm UK time then you still have time to order your better half a good valentines day gift! Amy from Cyclodelic in London does a very cool range of fashionable cycling gear for women. ...Read More »

Bike computer guide

{ Posted on Feb 05 2010 by Andreas }
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Bike computers add an interesting extra dimension to cycling. In their simplest form they tell you your speed and the distance you have travelled. The more complicated ones will give you much more information such as your pedal revolutions. They ...Read More »

Defeet Dura Cycling Glove review

{ Posted on Feb 03 2010 by Andreas }
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  I never thought I would be one of those people who can never seem to keep warm. My body’s heating system is the equivalent of trying to heat a room by putting a block of ice in ...Read More »

Bike lock guide

{ Posted on Jan 12 2010 by Andreas }
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Categories : Cycling accessories, Safe cycling in London
We love our bikes. Many of us spend hours every day on them commuting to and from work. When we leave this prized possession somewhere we want to know it will still be there when we get back. Therefore a ...Read More »

Winter cycling gloves

{ Posted on Dec 23 2009 by Andreas }
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Seeking out a good pair of winter cycling gloves can sometimes seem like one of the hardest challenges for cyclists. You usually end up with a pair that is too sweaty, not warm enough or one that lets so much ...Read More »

Choosing a folding bike

{ Posted on Dec 14 2009 by Andreas }
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My Greek cousin recently emailed me asking what folding bike he should get. The email was hastily followed by a worried call from my aunt reminding me not to suggest anything too expensive. What my cousin wants to be able to ...Read More »

Kryptonite New York 3000 lock review

{ Posted on Dec 10 2009 by Andreas }
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This lock is good for two things. Knocking people out and securing bikes. I’m very glad to say I’m only planning on using it for the latter. I’ve already talked about the first time I had a bike ...Read More »

Alastair Humphreys book review – the ultimate armchair adventure?

{ Posted on Dec 04 2009 by Andreas }
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How does cycling through drug producing Colombia or war torn Sudan sound? How about cycling in temperatures ranging from –40 degrees Celsius to 50 degrees? Being away from home for 4 years sleeping in a tent by the side of ...Read More »

Cyclist gift ideas

{ Posted on Dec 01 2009 by Andreas }
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By the end of this post you will have some great ideas of what gift to get a cyclist or if you are like myself what to ask for! Test Read More »

Bike lights definitive guide

{ Posted on Nov 26 2009 by Andreas }
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I had a very scary experience recently. I was visiting my parents which meant a 25 minute bike ride from Birmingham Airport through tiny, pitch black country lanes. To top it all off the heavy rain had just started. I ...Read More »
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