Exploring by bike gives a unique and intimate perspective of the world, allowing cyclists to absorb the sights and sounds of their surroundings. Whether winding through quaint villages, traversing rolling hills, or navigating busy city streets, any journey by bicycle can become an adventure. Conquering challenging terrain, and the sense of accomplishment at the end of a day’s ride are what makes us want to explore time and time again, asking “where does that go?”…
Looking for some riding inspiration? Why not give our ‘route of the week’ challenge a go? This week we’ve chosen an expert gravel bike ride, with a big ascent. Take a look and let us know how you get on. TYPE: GravelSTART: BrabourneFINISH: BrabourneDISTANCE: 30.2 miELEVATION: 2025 ftSKILL LEVEL: Expert
Cervelo S5 This multiple grand tour winning aero monster looks a little more subtle in black compared to the Jumbo Visma canary yellow but it’s still a head-turner. The “Five Black” paint job doesn’t just offer an understated cool, it’s also Cervelo’s lightest finish. Cervelo S5 Trek Madone SL It’s no less aero than its SLR brother and in a satin black finish it looks just as good too. IsoFlow technology smooths out bumps in…
We all love riding late into the evening on warm summer days, but what about when things start to turn dark and grey? We’ll run through some things to consider when choosing a light so you can carry on riding all year round while staying safe, and without breaking the bank. Lumens? Runtime? Batteries? Some of the terminology around bike lights can be confusing but the two most important things to look at when choosing…
The world’s most popular Trek just got a boost from Bosch. The Marlin+ range launches today with the global powerhouse brand aiming it squarely at riders who want an affordable e-bike that’s lots of fun on the trails but is great for city and commuter cycling too. Trek Marlin+ at a glance Marlin+ is a mid-powered hardtail e-bike which has trail-ready geometry but which retains the versatility that makes its analogue brother so popular. It…
Trek’s speedy mountain bike X-Caliber is aimed at riders who want to have a go at cross country racing, with a view to progressing to the lighter carbon-framed Procaliber and Supercaliber. In this blog we’ll look at who it’s for and where it sits in Trek’s hardtail MTB line-up. Who is Trek X-Caliber for? Trek X-Caliber is an efficient and lightweight mountain bike for people who want to push the pace on singletrack. The hardtail…
Nothing beats family days out in the fresh air together on two wheels. Trek Marlin is one of very few bikes that mum, dad and kids of all ages can ride, thanks to the size range, which runs from XXS to XXL. This is the world’s favourite Trek bike, mostly because it has an affordable entry level and it’s comfortable on just about any terrain. ACTIV Cycles are giving away four Marlins to one lucky…
Trek Powerfly is a go-anywhere electric mountain bike that’s perfect for exploring the bridleways of Kent but is equally happy on riverside paths and rooty trails. With hardtail and full suspension options available, Powerfly delivers the same level of motor assist as singletrack beasts like Trek Rail and features a battery that will make your adventures last all day. If you’re looking to get back on your bike and want something that gives you confidence…
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…
