They’re the latest creation in the cycling world which can keep you just as fit but requires less effort than regular bikes. And, with five per cent of UK adults (2.5 million) saying they are ‘likely’ to invest in them...
Is SmartHalo 2 the Ultimate Smart Bike Gadget for Commuters? After initially launching in 2015, the SmartHalo is back with a new design that is up there with the best cycling gadgets on the market right now. SmartHalo’s original release,...
The Best Hybrid Electric Bikes For Under £1000 for Commuters You’ve been there hundreds of times before. You’ve taken your bike to work again and there you are now, sat at your desk drenched in sweat. Or, perhaps you’re thinking...
5 Best Apps for Cyclists Commuting Daily Whether you want to track your training progress, find the best coffee shops nearby, or need help knowing how to repair your bike, there’s an app for almost every cycling need these days....
Labfresh T-Shirt – Review: A Sweat-Free Cycling Tee? The biggest of banes in the world of t-shirts is sweat patches. Especially grey or light-coloured tees. One second you’re looking suave, then the next you lift your arm and a glaring...
What Are The Best Bikes For Commuters? It’s not always an easy task finding the right bike to satisfy your cycling needs. If you’re a commuter, narrowing the range of bikes down may not make it any simpler to decide....
5 Tips to Avoid the Common Mistakes That New Cyclists Often Make Whether you’ve just started cycling to work or are simply taking up a new hobby, there are plenty of pointers to help beginners on their way. In order...
The 3 Best Folding Bike Helmets for Commuters in 2019 One of the big challenges that helmet users face is carrying around their helmet when they are not using it. Unless your carrying a very spacious bag (that’s already not...
Is Manchester Set to Become the Next Big Cycling City? Serious money is being put into plans to make the area more bike-friendly. It could only be a matter of time before cycling in Manchester really gets going. Back in...
3 of the Best USB Charging Bike Lights for under £20 Can you really still be bothered with bike lights that constantly need their batteries replacing? What a huge waste of your precious time and money. Why bother with all...
Chrome Industries Vale Sling Bag – Review I’ve been enjoying trying out a bit of Chrome Industries gear in the past year. First the impressive Ex Gas Can Waterproof Backpack, then the legendary 415 Workboot and, most recently, I’ve been...
Ashmei ‘The Lombardia’ T-Shirt – Review: Urban Cycling T-shirts I make no secret of the fact that I have no knowledge and limited interest in the sport of cycling. I just love riding a bike as a convenient and enjoyable...
Chrome Industries 415 Workboot – Review: The Best Urban Cycling Shoes? It’s possible to cycle in pretty much any footwear. I’ve even pedalled around in flip flops before now. But just because you can, doesn’t mean you should. The biggest...
Resolute Bay LS2 Reflective Cycling Jacket – Review High-visibility or reflective cycling jackets are seen as a must by safety-conscious cyclists – and rightly so. Fortunately, the days of walking around looking like you’re about to steward a major sporting...
Mission Workshop ‘The Hayes’ Shirt – Review: Stylish Cycling Shirts The destination for many commuter cyclists is often the office, so it’s unsurprising that many of the requests I get on Discerning Cyclist go along the lines of “do you...
What Can the UK Learn from Europe’s Best Cycling Cities? Many of us improve our daily commute through the option of cycling. It requires less maintenance than driving a car, it allows for more route options, it gives us a...
8 Top Tips for Planning a Cycling Holiday A cycling holiday, whether in the UK or abroad, is a great way to travel and see the countryside at your own pace. But it takes some planning and a good deal...
How to Cycle Safely on Roads Many more people are seeing cycling as a viable form of daily transport rather than just a weekend pastime. Environmental issues, the ever-increasing number of the overweight and obese and the need to take...
Get Back on the Trail by Cycling in Poland If you are planning a European holiday to get back into the saddle, recent upgrades to the biking infrastructure have made Poland a perfect destination. It’s also the birthplace of Rafal...
How Do You Fancy a Virtual Bike Ride? Just a few months ago, this site touched on the idea of cycling in autumn, specifically pointing to some outfitting ideas that can keep you comfortable in cooling (or wet) weather. Generally,...
Report: The UK’s Pothole Problem Potholes in the UK are becoming more common on our roads and can sometimes take months until they’re fixed by the council. Potholes are especially problematic for cyclists, and if the results of this new...
3 Warm Weather Riding Tips You’ll Dread Forgetting Guest post by Sonia Holcomb. Summer time is approaching. The weather (should) be warming up and therefore so does your ride. Arriving at your destination doused in sweat and drowsy isn’t ideal...
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