Winter must-haves

17th May 2018

As winter comes closer, days get shorter and the temperature on your rides only gets lower, naturally you lose motivation. I’ve compiled a quick list of must-haves to get you through the winter months and keep you out there doing what you love most: riding your bike.[caption id="attachment_17987" align="alignright" width="271"] Nite Rider Pro 1400lm Race LED Front Light[/caption]LightsA good, strong front and rear light comes at the top of the li …
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Lezyne chain breaker

15th May 2018

This little chain breaker is an absolute beauty! For years I have been running a bulky, heavy, don’t even know what cheap brand it was, chain breaker in my toolkit. I must admit, I do have a bit of a bias towards Lezyne products. I have had Lezyne pumps in the past and have been very impressed with the quality – they just feel nice to use – and they have the great option of being able to replace faulty components. A pump and a chain breaker are q …
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Cheap ways to keep warm on the bike this winter

10th May 2018

Winter is fast approaching which means many of us hibernate whilst our beloved bike collects dust. Fear not though… there is no need to neglect your faithful friend just because there is a chill in the air. The solution… keep your extremities cosy.It's no secret that as you ride, you warm up. Often we will layer up a little too much only to be sweating it out towards the end of a long winter ride.Essentials that go a long way Long fingered gloves …
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New Bike Day: Rocky Mountain Altitude Carbon 70

2nd May 2018

After making the hard decision to replace the trusty Giant Reign, it took me a while to decide what my next bike would be. It's always hard to part with a bike that you have so many good memories with.I had been eyeing off a Rocky Mountain Slayer for a while, but in the end I decided to go with the Rocky Mountain Altitude, with 160mm front and 150mm rear travel it's definitely got the travel to have a lot of fun! The final build weight of the Alt …
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KRUSH Premium Bike Wash & After-Spray

5th Apr 2018

Although washing a bike may be the least appealing aspect of riding, it is essential for maintaining equipment and providing a smooth ride; day in, day out. My Pa always says oil is cheaper than parts and this is beyond a doubt relevant to modern mountain bikes. KRUSH is an Australian company based in Melbourne. Shopping local is really appealing to me, and KRUSH is also owned and operated by mountain bikers, for mountain bikers. Their products a …
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