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Bike Locks Guide – Bike Lock Options

Andreas · Jan 24, 2016 · 100 Comments

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. ...

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Where to Buy Second Hand Bikes in London?

Andreas · Aug 25, 2010 · 22 Comments

My first “London” bike purchase was a second hand bike when I was a student. I saved a ton of money and bought a bike I would not have been able to afford first hand. The two problems I faced were making sure the bike is not stolen and getting a good ...

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Choosing a folding bike

Andreas · Dec 14, 2009 · 28 Comments

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 do is to hop on and ...

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