Here at London Cyclist, we like to get to know our readers. Today, we'd like to hear about how you start the day. To kick it all off, I’ll share my own routine – I hope you all get involved and share your own! The nature of my employer ...
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Choosing the Right Pedals for You
You have three primary points of contact with your bike – your saddle, handlebard and pedals. We looked at saddles and handlebars recently, so pedals are next up under the London Cyclist microscope. An obviously very necessary component of the ...
This magical bike tool saves cyclists money
Last week we wrote about the magic of the humble barrel adjuster. I asked if bike maintenance articles that provide big wins for cyclists, but are extremely accessible for beginners is something you'd like more of. The answer was overwhelmingly ...
Sportiveur, a new eBook, guides cyclists through their first sportive
What is it like riding your first sportive? For me personally, I had a load of unanswered questions. I didn't know whether I should be training, what should I take with me, what to expect, would it be my kind of thing. I ended up turning up ...
How to Prevent Bicycle Saddle Theft
A few weeks ago we had a look at how to have the most secure bike in London. There is nothing more devastating than returning to the spot where you left your bike to find only an empty space. However, bike theft has an annoying little sibling – and ...
Cycle Jerseys – A Guide to Bikers Jerseys
Have you ever wondered why cyclists sometimes choose to wear a jersey? These guys at the top is an extreme example, but jerseys come in all sorts of styles. From Vulpine's subtle colours, to team jerseys. Here's a look at why some cyclists ...
Guide to Overcoming Wrist Pain for Cyclists – No More Cycling Wrist Pain
A reader recently got in touch about wrist pain their husband was experiencing whilst riding and she asked if I had any solutions. I jumped on our social media to ask what suggestions you had and there were some great tips from readers on Facebook ...
12 things that ran through regular cyclists minds during the tube strike
1. What's with all these extra cyclists? 2. Finally, people have discovered the joys of cycling! It's so nice to be joined by all my cycling brothers and sisters. We are living in a new era in London! 3. Oh, no, it's just a tube strike. 4. Hope ...
5 workshop items every home bike mechanic should have
Looking after your bike doesn’t have to be tricky and carrying out your own day to day maintenance can be satisfying. Here’s a look at the top 5 tools and workshop provisions that will help you on your journey to self-sufficiency: Track ...
How to have the most secure bike in London
There is something absolutely soul destroying about leaving work after a long day, making your way towards where you left your bike that morning – and finding an empty space. The reactions go a bit like this - First confusion: I thought I left it ...