Some child-carrying tricycles come with seats on the back, which are a good means of carrying children without the traditional problems associated with mounting and dismounting the bike. However, these tricycles can be very wide and are not suit...
Your employer can either sign up for the Cycle to Work scheme with a participating bike shop or a third-party company such as Cyclescheme to purchase a tax-free bicycle. Here’s how it works: Your employer sings up for the scheme; You ...
Safety first: brakes and steering Bike are pretty resilient machines, and many will take a lot of abuse before they stop working. However, you must check the steering and brakes on any bike you've not used before. Check the front brak...
Download our comprehensive guide to second hand bike shops. You can pick up some great bargains buying secondhand, but there are two major pitfalls: Buying a poor quality bike Buying a stolen bike You need some expertise in bikes, or a k...
After a collision, always inspect your bike carefully for damage, even if it appears to be fine. Some damage can only be seen on close inspection and structural damage could prove dangerous at a later date. If you are not sure what to look for, t...
Your bicycle may already be covered on your household insurance, but if this is the case it’s important to check the fine print – many people choose to purchase separate cycle theft insurance to avoid the large excess and strict requ...
You don't need much to maintain the basics on your bike; a few tools, some time, good light and patience to carry through your maintenance methodically. You should start by getting the following tools and equipment: Bicycle pump. A track pum...