Road Bikes
Road bikes are available for various purposes, such as road racing, touring, leisure and commuting. Road bikes for racing are lighter, faster and more responsive than equivalently priced mountain bikes. Road bikes have come a long way in recent years with new technology and materials available. Carbon fibre, aluminium and titanium are all used now as well as the more traditional steel tube sets. They all have their advantages: aluminium offers good performance at a reasonable price, steel offers comfort over performance and is a long term investment, titanium offers ultimate all round performance at a premium price while carbon fibre offers superb comfort and performance at intermediate cost. It is not uncommon for the materials to be mixed to give the benefits of all the materials in one frame - a carbon fibre rear end on an aluminium frame, for example. The technology hasn't stopped at the frame either, wheels have received a lot of attention along with the rest of the components, road bikes are becoming featherweight, responsive machines that are a sheer joy to ride over many miles.
Bikes that are more expensive than a new car
According to our recent research (a quick flick through the latest What Car? magazine), the cheapest new car in the UK at the moment is the Nissan Pixo, priced at just £6,995. As cars go, the nippy Nissan looks reasonable enough; a one litre engine with five doors that does an estimated 65mpg and 0-60mph [...]
Scott Speedster S20 Triple Road Bike
Scott Speedster S20 Triple Road Bike Review The Scott Speedster S20 Triple features an all-new Shimano chainset which is fresh for 2011 and a number of components which have been the meat and veg of this range for the last few years. If you have already bought a previous version, then the changes made for [...]
Scott CR1 Team Double Road Bike
Scott CR1 Team Rating by ukbikes: 4.0 stars Scott CR1 Team Double Road Bike Review The Scott CR1 Team Double is part of a range which has been evolving over the years and there is little question over the value for money which is represented by this bike. You are looking at getting a bike [...]
Scott CR1 Team Triple Road Bike
Scott CR1 Team Rating by ukbikes: 4.0 stars Scott CR1 Team Triple Road Bike Review The Scott CR1 Team Triple is back for 2011 and it has managed to fix the main area of criticism that was levelled against its forebears, which makes it arguably the best bike of its kind in a comparable price [...]
Scott CR1 SL Compact Road Bike
Scott CR1 SL Compact Overview Professionals and serious cycling enthusiasts will flock to the Scott CR1 SL Compact. It is a road bike, which will let you get to the peak of your potential whilst still allowing you to enjoy the experience of riding competitively. This is because its frame is constructed in a way [...]
Scott CR1 Pro Double Road Bike
Scott CR1 Pro Double Overview The Scott CR1 Pro Double is proof that you do not have to choose between speed and comfort. It is a road bike with a carbon frame and a shock-absorbing yet stiff carbon fork. The geometry is arranged to make the miles ahead as painless as possible and the handling [...]
Scott CR1 Pro Compact Road Bike
Scott CR1 Pro Compact Overview The Scott CR1 Pro Compact combines professional levels of road bike performance with a frame set up that is going to be a solid, sympathetic companion over endless miles of cycling thanks to its comfortable geometry and forgiving carbon fork. Shimano components, Continental tyres and Mavic Ksyrium Elite rims help [...]
Scott CR1 Pro Triple Road Bike
The Scott CR1 Pro Triple is an effortless ride thanks to its stiff racing set up and carbon frame. It is also a surprisingly comfortable road bike, which has geometry that is designed to give it a real chance of reducing the vibrations of the road beneath its Continental tyres. Plenty of impressive components and [...]
Specialized S-Works Roubaix SL3 2012 Road Bike
Specialized S-Works Roubaix SL3 2012 Rating by ukbikes: 5.0 stars Specialized S-Works Roubaix SL3 2012 Overview Make no mistake, this S-Works Roubaix SL3 is for those who take their cycling seriously. Get ready to part with £6,000 if you are looking to buy this beautiful bike. The 11r carbon SL3 frame weighs less than 1000grams, [...]
Specialized Roubaix SL3 Expert 2012 Road Bike
Specialized Roubaix SL3 Expert 2012 Review Rating by Mark: 4.5 stars Specialized Roubaix SL3 Expert 2012 Overview The smoother, faster Roubaix SL3 Expert 2012 Road Bike features a super light and stiff FACT 10r carbon frame with Specialized’s Cobra tapered head tube, In-Zertz vibration dampers and full internal cable routing-the same frame construction that won [...]
Specialized Roubaix 2012 Road Bike
Specialized Roubaix 2012 Review Rating by ukbikes: 4.0 stars Specialized Roubaix 2012 Overview The smoother, faster Specialized Roubaix 2012 Road Bike is named after the gruelling Paris-Roubaix race. It is a high-performance, endurance-focused bike that’s highly stable and efficient. Shimano 10-speed compact gearing and new DT-Axis 2.0 wheels improve efficiency over any terrain. The Specialized [...]
Cycling Hill Climbing Tips
Preparation The 7P’s are essential to good performance, both in sport as well as business .. Proper Planning and Preparation Prevents Piss Poor Performance. Preparation falls into two categories, preparing your bike and preparing yourself. Make sure you eat a good solid breakfast as this will ensure you have enough fuel (energy); porridge, cereals, wholemeal [...]
Trek 2.1 C 2012 Road Bike
Trek 2.1 C 2012 Overview The Trek 2.1 C 2012 Road Bike has every ounce of the Trek development team behind it, the design of the 200 Series Alpha Aluminium shape and hydroformed frame is built for great comfort and handling. Setup includes Bontrager Race fork with Bontrager Race handlebars and stem. This is coupled [...]
Trek Madone 5.2 C 2012 Road Bike
Trek Madone 5.2 Overview The Trek Madone 5.2 C 2012 Road Bike has a beautiful heritage, with the Madone name going back several generations. It’s list of features is extensive, and includes; pro-level integration, internal cable routing, Di2, DuoTrap, BB90, E2 head tube, shimano ultegra drivetrain. Find Best Price for Trek Madone 5.2 C 2012 [...]
Garneau Helmets
For over 25 years, Louis Garneau has been an innovator in the world of cycling. What started in his father’s garage has grown into an internationally recognized industry leader that specializes in the design and development of technological and innovative gear. Here we take a look at the new range of Garneau Helmets, in particular, [...]
