Now that the temperature has dropped significantly, remember to check your cables (especially the brakes) before you ride in the morning.

Water ingress into the cable housing is one cause of this as the water freezes and sticks the cable, also road salt getting into the housing causes corrosion and potential sticking cables.

It’s a good idea to check that your cables are lubricated properly, this not only ensures a smooth action for the cables in all weathers but also disperses the water that can cause the sticking as well as preventing corrosion.

The only ways to prevent freezing cables caused by water ingress are to use sealed cables such as the Gore Ride-On series or to keep your bike inside overnight!

The Scourer and Zester are especially exciting as they are Urban/Sports Hybrids but designed with Mountain Bikers in mind as well as those looking for something with more relaxed geometry but still the style and speed of a fast commuter.  The wide handlebars and MTB geometry might look a little odd to start but once you take it for a ride, it really makes sense.  The wider handlebar gives a lot more control than a standard bar and makes things a little more comfy too for those used to a Mountain Bike.

These are already built up and ready to be taken for a test ride so head over to our Grand Arcade branch to check out this exciting UK designed range of bikes.

We’ve updated the prices on some of our sale bikes to give you an even better deal, check them out!

These bikes are fantastic for getting around town and to the outlying villages, they have been serviced very regularly and offer an extremely good value bike for those of you quick enough to get to our Grand Arcade or Station branches to buy one.

Normally selling for £400 new, we are offering the fully serviced ex-hire bikes from just £85. The bikes are supplied fully serviced with a 3 month warranty and we will as usual help you set up the bike when you buy.

Key features:-

- Each bike has a unique number plate as a theft deterrent
- 3 speed Sturmey Archer hub gears
- Sturmey Archer hub brakes
- Integrated frame lock (Dutch style)
- Puncture protection tyres
- Ergonomic comfort grips and saddle

Here’s GoPro’s take on the new HD Hero2:-

GoPro cameras are used by more professional athletes, sports filmmakers, and core enthusiasts than any other camera in the world. The HD HERO2: Outdoor Edition is the most advanced GoPro camera, yet. Wearable and gear mountable, waterproof to 197′ (60m), capable of capturing professional full 170º wide angle 1080p video and 11 megapixel photos at a rate of 10 photos per second, the HD HERO2 is the world’s most versatile camera. It is simply the smallest, lightest, most powerful HD camera in the world for capturing and sharing immersive videos and photos of your favorite activities. Whether your goal is to capture a great day out with friends or you’re gunning for the cover of a magazine, the HD HERO2: Outdoor Edition can help you nail it and look like a HERO.

Included are mounting accessories you’re most likely to use during outdoor sports like biking, skiing, skating, kayaking and so on. Other accessories are available via links on the right hand side of this page.

Ask for a demo in our stock room (it’s pretty much pitch black in there) and be amazed.