Have You Seen This Stunning Park & Diamond Folding Bike Helmet? We all know the main advantages of a folding bike helmet. They give you just as much protection as the more traditional models, but when you’re not cycling anymore,...
Isobaa Merino Wool Insulated Jacket – Review Insulated jackets (AKA “baffled jackets”) are becoming increasingly popular. Not only can they keep you warm on chilly days, but they are also extremely light, comfortable, can be popped in a backpack and...
5 of the Best Hybrid Bikes for Commuters What is a Hybrid Bike? A hybrid bike is exactly what it says on the tin – a cross between a road bike and a mountain bike. This makes them a great...
CYCL Face Guard Anti-Pollution Scarf – Review CYCL… you may recognise the name. This is the brand behind the innovating “Winglights” – the bicycle indicators that were featured on Dragon’s Den (and, naturally, reviewed on Discerning Cyclist). And now CYCL...
The 5 Best Cycling Snoods, Buffs and Neck Warmers With the cold snap of winter now well and truly upon us, there’s never been a better time to buy a cycling neck warmer if you’re regularly out on your bike....
4 of the Best Folding Bike Locks Tired of typical U-locks or chains to keep your bike safe when leaving it unattended? If so, then a foldable bike lock might just be your way forward. Made from metal plates, connected...
5 of the Best Gel Bike Seats for Commuters If you’re in need of something a little more comfortable to sit on as you cycle to and from work, have you considered arguably the most comfortable bike seat there is...
The 5 Best Handlebar Bike Bags for Commuter Cyclists If you’re looking for a convenient bag for your bike which offers quick and easy access, handlebar bags are definitely the way you should be looking. They offer you the ideal...
Your Old Bike Could Change A Life IN 2020, DISCERNING CYCLIST WILL DONATE £5 FOR EVERY OLD BICYCLE DONATED TO RE-CYCLE AND ALSO SEND THE DONOR A BEAUTIFUL ILLUSTRATED CYCLING PRINT BY STE JOHNSON. SIMPLY DONATE YOUR BIKE TO RE-CYCLE...
5 Cheap Bike Locks That Work – Best Bicycle Locks Under £20 One of the biggest risks you can take with your bike is leaving it unattended without securely locking it up first. Whether you’ll be back in ten minutes...
Compare the Best Bike Insurance Online: Protect Your Bicycle Though it’s not a legal requirement for cyclists to be insured, it could be better to be safe than sorry. Especially if you’re regularly out cycling (e.g. a commuter), bike insurance...
4 of the Best Bike Phone Holders for Commuters To save you having to rummage around in your jacket pocket looking for your phone should you suddenly need it during your commute, a bicycle phone mount is a great piece...
5 of the Best Cycling Books That You Need to Read When it comes to bike books, there’s few genres out there that can prove a greater source of inspiration or tell more fascinating tales. Here are our five picks...
Vulpine Harrington Rain Jacket – Review Vulpine absolutely took the urban cycling scene by storm when it launched in 2012 (coincidentally around the same time as Discerning Cyclist). And its popularity grew and grew in the subsequent years with its...
The Best Bike Wall Mounts for Style and/or Practicality If you’re tired of rummaging around in your house or garage looking to make room to store your bicycle, a bike wall mount might offer you the perfect solution. Especially if...
COMPETITION: What Is Your Fantasy Bike? The other day, I saw a bonkers video of a bike with wheels made out of shoes. Now, I’m sure this concept is completely pointless. But it did get me thinking… What would be...
Isobaa Men’s Merino 200 Zip Neck Hoodie – Review London-based Isobaa got in touch with me recently, asking whether I’d be interested in reviewing some of their gear. They said their range isn’t strictly “cycling wear”, but they have a...
4 of the Best Waterproof Bike Seat Covers: Chic, Comfy and Gel Options It’s been a miserable day weather-wise, and with work done, it’s time for your cycle home through the drizzling, endless rain. Thankfully, while most of your body...
Dynamo Bike Lights: The Best Self-Powered Lights for Your Bicycle If you’re particularly conscious about saving the environment (and we all should be, really, shouldn’t we?) then, of course, regular cycling is a great start as an alternative to driving....
5 Brilliant (but Cheap) Cycling Gifts That Make Perfect Stocking Fillers If you’re leaving your Christmas shopping a little late, don’t worry. The panic might be setting in, but we have you cover. I’ve leaned down the best of our...
5 Cheap Urban Bikes Under £300 That Are Perfect for Commuters If you’re looking for something simple and comfortable to cycle to and from work, there’s no need to spend a fortune. There are plenty of cheap bikes available which...
7 Simply Brilliant Socks for Cyclists – The Ultimate Cycling Socks Gift Guide Forget turkey, mince pies and ugly sweaters, nothing says Christmas like a good old-fashioned pair of socks for a present. People often think of this as a...
4 of the Best Smart Bike Helmets We all know the bike helmet is hardly the most trendy piece of kit when you go cycling, but for obvious reasons, it is one of the most important. Still, why limit yourself...
7 Best Winter Cycling Gloves: Warm and Waterproof Options for your Hands When you’re out cycling braving the elements, it’s just as important to keep your hands warm and dry with bike gloves as it is your feet with thermal...
Best Black Friday Cycling Deals 2020 [UPDATED REGULARLY] It’s not just Halloween that Britain has adopted from ourfriends across the pond – it’s Black Friday, too. Always the last Friday inNovember, it sparks a mad high street rush up and...
13 Secret Santa Gift Ideas for Cyclists Under £20 It’s getting towards that time of year again. The most wonderful time of the year, they say, unless you’re scrambling about for a last-minute Secret Santa cyclist present. That old chestnut...
5 Best Bluetooth Earphones and Earbuds for Cycling Riding your bike can be a great thrill in itself at times, but it can also be nice to have some cycling headphones to listen to music, podcasts and more with at...
5 Best Winter Cycling Socks: Waterproof, Merino Wool and Thermal Options Imagine you’re out on your bike, pedalling away happily when suddenly, the weather takes a turn for the worse. Suddenly, your darkest and wettest fears have been realised: the...
The Best of Bike Baskets: Front, Rear, Dog, Wicker and Metal Options If you’re tired of carrying such heavy weight on your back as your cycle, perhaps to and from work or after going shopping, then a bike basket might...
What Are the Best Bike Bells (and Bicycle Horns)? Imagine you’re on your commute to work and suddenly, there’s someone in front of you who you need to overtake on your bike. But you don’t want to have to resort...
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