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When the weather gets grim its easy to go into hibernation mode and this is especially true when you’re surrounded by mince pies, selection boxes and leftover cheese, but “the inbetween” (the bit after Xmas but before New years) is the perfect time to get out on your bike, and we have some ideas… First of all you need to dress the part, warm layers, gloves and a spare waterproof jacket are a must for…

You hit the forest trails every weekend or maybe enjoy exploring the local countryside by road. Now you want to dip your toe into racing and you’re wondering how to make the step. Well, we’re here for you at Activ Cycles. Read on for our advice on how to get started with road, cyclocross and cross country racing. Upgrade your bike for racing Harder riding requires higher performance gear. There are endless possibilities when it…

An unusual birthday present I had some great 50th birthday pressies last December, but concealed in one innocent looking envelope was something that would change 2009 for me. my surprise gift from friends was entry to the 2009 Masters World Mountain Bike Championships. Never having contemplated racing outside of the UK, my heart skipped at the awesome thought of riding with the best masters in the world. To give it my best shot, I selfishly…