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Making the switch to bike panniers with the Topeak Super Tourist DX

By on 22/06/2010 in Cycling accessories

My review of the Topeak Super Tourist DX rack which fits both normal and disc brake bikes. Review includes difficulties I had with installation, my thoughts on moving over to rear bike racks and my overall opinion of the Topeak for carrying loads on the bike.

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Abus Granit Steel O Flex 1000 lock review

By on 01/06/2010 in Cycling accessories

As a regular reader of this blog you may already be aware I’m a big fan of my Kryptonite New York 3000. It has kept my bike safe for over a year. Though, it is not without its limitations. For a start due to the small diameter of the lock it’s tough to lock my [...]

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The Ultimate Guide to Bicycle Maintenance Review

By on 27/05/2010 in Bicycle maintenance

If you bumped into me in the street and asked me what my main gripe about cycling is I would without hesitation be annoyed at you bumping into me! But seriously, my main gripe is the maintenance. I figured out how to do a range of repairs on my bike a while back, but I’m [...]

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Review of the best multi-tools

By on 11/05/2010 in Cycling accessories

Is that a multi-tool in your pocket or are you just happy to see me? Sorry, couldn’t escape multi-tool related puns, it’s out of my system now! Carrying around a load of tools on the bike is a pain. I often find myself thinking “I’ll just risk it, what are the odds of getting a [...]

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DHB Amberley cycling jacket – can you get a good cycling jacket for £50?

By on 14/04/2010 in Cycling accessories

I’ve always been under the impression if you are looking for a good cycling jacket you should spend £100 or more. If you spend less than that you have to compromise on some of the water getting in, not a great fit and expect to sweat more due to less breathability. Back when I did [...]

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Bike lights definitive guide

By on 26/11/2009 in Cycling accessories

When picking bike lights there’s more choice than walking into a card shop to buy the perfect Christmas card. How on earth do you choose one that is suitable for you? How much should you spend on a bike light? Which ones are actually any good?

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Bikehut Chain Cleaner Kit review

By on 18/11/2009 in Cycling accessories

A thorough review of the Halfords Bike Chain Cleaning Kit that I recently purchased. Including what I did and didn’t like and other recommended chain cleaning kits

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