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Morzine mountain biking holidays are on the bucket list for most mountain bike riders who like big descents, big air… big everything. Our mechanic Keefer is about to head there for the second time to spend a week on some of the best trails and off-piste riding in the world. With more than 400 miles of trails, 25 lifts and eight world-class bike parks, there’s so much to experience. The Morzine mountain biking season runs…

Who would win: The fast and agile lightweight or the big hitting heavyweight? What matters most: POWER or PRECISION? It’s a classic debate found in pubs, workplaces and school yards across the country. So we decided to review two of Trek’s top electric mountain bikes, one falling into each camp – first up the heavyweight… the big power, hard-hitting Trek Rail.  The challenger, the lightweight Trek Fuel EXe, the newer, more agile trail bike that…

What is Trek Project One? Trek Project One is the ultimate customisable bike experience, allowing you to design and build your dream bike. With Project One, Trek allows riders to choose every aspect of the super-lightweight carbon frame, components and paint design, with lead times now as short as one month. Why buy Trek Project One? One of the biggest reasons people love Project One is the ability to choose from a range of wild…

Looking to upgrade your carbon road bike? It couldn’t be easier to change with our new part exchange scheme. Here’s three steps to part exchanging your current bike for a new one. You’ve seen the new Trek Madone SLR and it’s got your name on it; you will have the stand out bike of 2023. Maybe it’s the latest Zipp Firecrest 303 wheelset you have your heart set on; either way, you’ll be faster than…

Kent’s Hidden Gems: E-Leisure Routes If you’ve just acquired your first E-Bike, congratulations! E-Bikes open the door to cycling for many people who wouldn’t have otherwise chosen to ride, whether for fitness or practicality, and you’re in for a whole load of fun. Now that you’re up and running, chances are you want to get out there and start exploring, so we’ve put together a few routes to get you going. (Of course, these routes…

Springtime: the sun is shining and the birds are chirping, and if you’re anything like us, all you want to do is get out there and ride your bike! With the help of our in-house off-road connoisseurs, we’ve gathered a few of our favourite local gravel routes for you to sink your teeth (or tyres) into! With the help of our in-house off-road connoisseurs, we’ve gathered a few of our favourite local gravel routes for…

Our store rides, events and local route inspiration Whether you’re new to the local area and looking to explore or a seasoned rider with lots of experience and knowledge, we’ve got you covered for all your riding needs. From wild ride outs and full gas chain gangs, to leisurely and pleasant outings to hone out your skills, we organise regular rides starting from the store or the local area. If you’re not looking to join…

The Supercaliber from Trek is a radical new short-travel cross country bike that revolutionises the way you race. It’s faster in both sprints and climbs than its predecessors, and you have more control than a hardtail. If you’re wondering how this is possible, well it’s all down to the IsoStrut, a structural, frame-integrated shock created in partnership with FOX suspension engineers. More on this later. The Trek Supercaliber redefines what it means to reach the Gold…

Trek Fuel EXe: The Evolution Of E-MTB The all-new Trek Fuel EXe marks the beginning of a new E-Bike era. Lightweight, nimble and playful, it’s one that’ll satisfy the purists and E-MTB enthusiasts alike – an out-and-out trail bike that just so happens to have a cutting-edge motor built right in. The EXe is the future of E-MTB. Having received our first Fuel EXe in-store, we took a closer look at it to find out…

Battle Of The Bikes: Domane VS Emonda Trek’s range of road bikes has a well-earned reputation for being some of the best in the business, with each of their respective roadies earning extensive palmares ranging from the cobblestones of Roubaix to the high mountains of Le Tour de France. While most of us might not be World Tour pros, the benefits of each bike still apply to the average Joe – so whether you’re a…