Some real bargains can be had by buying a second hand bike. You can get a much higher spec'ed bike used than new, or you can get an awesome vintage steed. However, you can end up having to do so much work to a second hand bike that you end up ...
Archives for January 2016
Knog Blinder MOB Review
I was hesitant when I first plugged in the Knog Blinder to the mains and charged it up. I've owned a few USB bike lights and always found them to be great in theory - but not in practice. The problem I have had in the past with USB lights is that ...
10 of the best Instagram bike hashtags
London Cyclist is on Instagram! That's right people - we've grown our social media arsenal. From great cycling gear, to beautiful commutes and the interesting people that work in the cycling industry - we intend to share it and would invite you to ...
Bike Locks Guide – Bike Lock Options
A good bike lock is the second most essential purchase after the bike itself. This is one part of cycling where saving money is a false economy - general guidance from those in the know is to spend at least 10% of the value of the bike on the lock. ...
How to replace disc brake pads
Our final brake pad replacement guide: disc brakes. Due to their effectiveness in wet conditions disc brakes are finding their way on to more and more bikes, particularly those used for commuting. They are great in London traffic when you have no ...
Slicks Expanded Review
We've had our hands on a Slicks backpack before and generally found it to be both a great travel companion and perfect for carrying a suit around uncreased. Flash forward a few years later and Slicks are now launching a new, more utilitarian edition ...
5 motivators to keep riding in the winter
As cyclists, we've been lucky, with temperatures hovering in the teens for way longer than is seasonably expected. However, winter has suddenly arrived. It's finally that time of year again when getting out on the bike requires a little more ...
How to replace road bike brake pads
Last week we brought you a guide on replacing pads on cantilever and v-brakes. This week we are providing guidance on the types of rim brakes often found on road bikes. Many road (racing) bikes make use of cartridge based brake calipers in order ...
Guide to layering for cyclists
Ever started a bike ride feeling freezing cold and by the end being hot and sweaty? To have a comfortable ride throughout and keep cycling no matter the weather - layering is the secret. The great news is, layering is really very adaptable and ...
How to change your brake pads
Last week we took you through how to replace your brake cables for greater stopping power. However, you also need to make sure that your brake pads are in good shape too. Brake pads frequently wear out so this week we show you how to replace the ...
What Goes Around by Emily Chappell
I have been following Emily Chappell's exploits for a while now as she does a lot of things that I wish I would do (and be able to do). She started riding the streets of London as a courier nearly a decade ago and has also been cycling a lot ...
My cycling aims/resolutions for 2016
Having suggested 3 achievable cycling related New Years resolutions, I thought it only fair to open up and share my own. My goals are not really fitness related, though many of them will have that as an added benefit. My main driving force is to ...
How to replace brake cables
New year, new cables. That's an adage that will totally catch on. Over time brake cables gather dirt, water seeps into them and they get worn out. This is one of the repairs you will want to do occasionally and not wait for the part to break ...