My video review of the Vincita Nash Trunk Bag. First off, I was excited to test something that someone else actually wanted me to review. So thank you to Vincita for this opportunity. They kindly sent over the Nash Trunk Bag for me to play with and it did not disappoint. I will start by … Continue reading Vincita Nash Trunk Bag Review
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The Winter Tune Up
Yup. Its that time of year where the bikes going to get grafted, things are going to break and inevitably I'm going to fall off my bike at some point. So I chose today to clean the Tern up and fix a few bits on it I've been meaning to do since... Well. Pre-COVID? The … Continue reading The Winter Tune Up
First Impressions – Fiido D2S
So I've added an E-Bike to my armoury, and of course it had to be a foldie! After much soul seeking and thought I picked the Fiido D2S (rather than opting for the earlier D2). A rather funky looking little machine with a rear swing arm suspension system and chunky 16" 1.95 tyres. The whole … Continue reading First Impressions – Fiido D2S
Ortlieb Gravel Pack Panniers Review
Ortlieb Gravel Pack Panniers I've owned these panniers for about two years or so now, and think it's time they got a write up. So initially they were bought for the front rack on my foldie. The rack wouldn't allow any panniers on the front that I had, due to the bottom hook/clips being too … Continue reading Ortlieb Gravel Pack Panniers Review
Tyre maintenance for your foldie
It's a boring and daunting task, but yes. We have to look after our little folders. These simple tips will help you avoid nasty breakdowns and spot tyre trouble before it happens. So lets get after it: Tyre Pressures Easy one to fall for, this one. Running at the incorrect tyre pressures will result in … Continue reading Tyre maintenance for your foldie
The 5 must-have accessories for your folding bicycle
Whether you're a seasoned rider or just starting out, this is what we recommend you buy to make sure you're safe and ready for anything. 1. Lock The benefit of having a folding bike is the ability to take it anywhere but sometimes you'll need to lock it up. Folded up and in the suitcase … Continue reading The 5 must-have accessories for your folding bicycle
Pro’s and Con’s of touring with a folding bicycle
So you want to go touring, and you've picked a folding bike. Good choice! Let us run through why this choice may (or may not) be suited to you. Lets start with the good stuff - PRO'S Easy to use on Public Transport Folding bikes are versatile. You fold them up to a dimension smaller … Continue reading Pro’s and Con’s of touring with a folding bicycle
Tern BioLogic PostPump 2.0 Seatpost Review
So I've had this seat post for a year now, and its helped me out...once. But that one time in a year was when I was in the countryside with a flat tyre and desperate to get back riding again. The basis of this seat post is essentially to always be carrying a track pump … Continue reading Tern BioLogic PostPump 2.0 Seatpost Review
My First overnighter and the mistakes you’ll want to avoid.
One of the most exciting things I think you can do on a bike is camp out. Whether this be overnight, a few days, weeks, whatever. It's a fantastic way of going back to basics and taking in the surroundings. One of my personal favourites was falling asleep in a bivvy bag on a British … Continue reading My First overnighter and the mistakes you’ll want to avoid.
Tern Link B7 2021 Short Review
The Tern Link is a bicycle I've owned for over 3 years now, and I can't sing its praises enough. So beg my pardon if this comes across a little...biased. The model I own is the Link A7, essentially this bike. It's yet to do any wrong and has been a hardcore all-weather commuter and … Continue reading Tern Link B7 2021 Short Review