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homefor bikes & bike kit
The right kit can make all the difference to your cycling pleasure. Seek out expert advice at bike shops and from a selection of the sites mentioned here.| Choosing an adult bicycle |
| How and where to buy? |
| Clothes for cycling |
| Helmets: how to fit them correctly Cycle helmets are not mandatory for cycling in the UK, other than in race events. Some cyclists wear helmets, others don't. Of those that do, many wear their helmets incorrectly. Getting the right fit is essential if you want your helmet to offer protection in the unlikely event of a crash. |
| Lights |
| Locks and Storage |
| Saddles and comfortable cycling |
| Choosing a child bicycle |
| Trailers (load carrying) |
| Trailers (child carrying) & childseats |
| Tax-free bike buying 'Cycle to Work' schemes Did you know you could save up to 50 percent off the price of a bike (and accessories) thanks to a government Green Transport Plan scheme? Here's how. |
| Cycle hire |
| Bicycle accessories Known in the trade as P&A: parts and accessories. |
