bikes

A festive frivolity. Pics of things that have names that sound like they should be bikes but aren't. Allow me to introduce the Rapide 40 Slideout, the last word in gravelbikes 😉

Here's some not so good things spotted recently. Giant Halfway folding bike with a bolt through the frame to 'repair' the large crack. Carbon steerer tube with extender fitted, not really a good idea. I only fit them to steel tubes.

I like all types of bikes from mtb, road, gravel, ebike to tourer, cyclocross and randioeur But lets see all the Flat bar Bikes, we dont seem to have a thread for the love of the flatbar roadie......i dont have one these days, but i do have a fully rigid flatbar Ebike...but no pictures at the...

According to The Guardian https://www.theguardian.com/uk-news/2021/nov/10/andy-burnham-dont-throw-manchester-hire-bikes-in-the-canal What can induce the yoof of Manchester to treat their bikes with respek?

Earlier in the summer, my Wife and I purchased Volt folding Electric bikes, to take on holiday and ride. Unfortunately my Wife suffered a medical issue and cannot ride. So I am back on my ordinary road bike alone. So these two brand new bikes are for sale as follows. Volt LS folding bike, in...

I’m just doing a little research,I’ve only just come across these , if any one owns one I’d be interested in opinions etc etc

The 'Festival of Social Science' covers a wide range of topics that folks might find of interest - But the titled event might of particular interest to some members of our community. It's online, free and involves: 18:00 - 19:00, 10th November...

I have been given a Canondale off road bike and a "Rockrider" with the request that l do what l like with them . Since l only ride road bikes that request is a bit of a problem. Are they junk or should l offer them for sale to the appropriate bike riders? A few photos : He isn't in the best...

I was looking at this section and 9 out of 10 threads had Brompton in the title. I live in the hills, so really need a little assistance, so wanted an electric motor, but wife's e-bike is over the 20 kg and bike rack able to be used same time as towing has a limit of 40 kg, plus it means only...

I don't mind paying the right price for a decent bike or frame, but is it just me that thinks the price of bikes is getting out of all proportion to what they are. I have just seen a used 2019 Specialized on Facebook for £6,500 the original price been 12k :eek: £6,500 sounds over the top for a...

You might have seen this https://www.bbc.co.uk/sounds/play/m000ycdq

Another bike shop closing is Apple bikes in St.Annes. I have bought 2 new from there,as has my son most of my clothing,parts and luggage also came from them.Always top class service. Mike Gadd was their mechanic.Wizard wheelbuilder and top tim trialist a few years ago. A real shame.non really...

Just swapping to a rack that will stay attached to our T4, so this is now surplus. It is a universal 3 bike rack that folds flat-ish and is secured by 6 adjustable straps. Does / should fit any number of vans and vehicles that have a flat back due to its flexible/ adjustable set up. Took it...

Just looking at Vitus road bikes and they seem to offer a great spec for a decent price compared to other brands in this crazy price bike world we now live in. The Zx Evo comes with Reynolds deep section wheels worth over £1000 on their own :eek:, nice aero bars integrated and good spec...

The new camper is bigger than the old one, so planning on not having an awning attached. We used to put the 3 bikes in the awning when we went out, overnight etc, but no longer going to be an option. Current thinking is to leave them stacked, locked together and to the ground via a pair of dog...

Canyon have had problems with their Aeroad seat post system and its being exacerbated by poor weather: https://road.cc/content/tech-news/canyon-promises-solution-aeroad-seat-post-issue-281003

Chap I bought my 1990 Lombardia from, in 2019, and have kept in touch with since, has become a friend. He has two more beauties for sale. Pick up only, Halesowen, West Midlands, asking £350 each. I have not seen them, and simply post on here and if anybody interested, message me for Gareth's...

Interesting video of research which is still going on about how bikes work. View: https://youtu.be/YWsK6rmsKSI

Thieves have broken into the premises at Laggan Wolftrax (about 35 miles east of Fort William) and stolen over £50,000 worth of bikes. https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/uk-scotland-highlands-islands-55717323 Twenty bikes worth a total of more than £50,000 have been stolen from premises at a...

DM story about this guy who bought his Giant direct from the factory in Shanghai and rode it home to Newcastle in four months: https://www.dailymail.co.uk/travel/escape/article-9096289/The-incredible-story-cyclist-bought-Giant-bike-China-rode-home-Newcastle.html

Here's the Beespoke workshop bike... Used for carrying wheels, cake and the odd pizza. 🐝

Hi all, I may well get shot down for this but how annoying are electric bikes. Me and my boy go to Sherwood Pines most weekends as he’s fairly new to MTBing and it a really good place to learn skills and build confidence and fitness. He’s now really comfortable on the red route but this morning...

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Hi all, Instead of buying an 'off the shelf' fixie/single speed, I am planning to buy a vintage road frame to convert into a single/fixie (flip flop hub) which I think may be more interesting and ending up with a more unique result. However, i want to know some of your opinions:- -Seen...

Not LBS, obviously but the bikes you sometimes see in (mainly) clothes shop windows, have you ever been tempted to go in and make an offer? Saw one yesterday, early 60s by the look of it, track bike, no name, but with BHC racelite hubs and best Williams cranks.

Kids are growing up and Santa is coming (social distancing applied ...), so looking for a couple of medium road bikes in decent condition, up to say £200 each. Don't have to be perfect, but decent working order appreciated. Based in Chester.

Just been on the Boarman bikes site and wonder what happened to all the premium range they used to have ie those marked with a 9.0 onwards?

Another survey for women who like that sort of thing. https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLScIvQ4vAARz6bSy-j3N-b6jpGmUo4OTGBJoOtE-jDmVcjj6-w/viewform I have no connection with this survey, I just picked it up on soshul meedja:smile:.

Off to find details...

I believe these bikes are a future classic Nice steel lugged frame nice and easy ride and the brand is overlooked in favour of raleigh dawes peugeot etc I know the Reynolds frame go for big monies but my eagle was 25 pounds and I have seen a lot sub the one hundred pounds price for sale Which...