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Sports Sunglasses for Cycling or Mountain Biking

Cycling sunglasses are specifically designed to protect eyes from sun glare, dust and insects. Here's a guide to key features and the best brands of sports sunglasses. more...

Cool Cycling Gifts for Christmas, Latest Gadgets

Put a smile on a cyclist's face this Christmas with this pick of cool cycling gifts. Choose one of the latest biking gadgets for training or some new luxury bike gear. more...

Cheap Prescription Sunglasses for Cyclists

Prescription sunglasses for cycling can be expensive, especially top brand styles with in-frame lenses. Here's how to find cheaper options, both functional and stylish. more...

Best Prescription Sunglasses for Cycling

Prescription sunglasses for cycling are available as clip-in or in-frame lenses. Here's some advice on the best options available, both branded and unbranded. more...

Best Value Cycling Sunglasses for Women

DHB triple lens ladies cycling sunglasses offer performance eyewear for female riders. Get good looks and UV protection without the designer sunglasses price tag. more...

How to Choose a Replacement Bicycle Wheel

Buying a replacement bicycle wheel is not easy due to the vast choice and wide price range of rims, hubs and spoke components on offer. Here's some advice. more...

Best Bicycle Box for Airline Travel

Cyclists who regularly travel by air with their bikes need a strong bicycle box to keep them safe. Here's why a hard bike case is the best option. more...

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How to Choose Front and Rear Bicycle Baskets

By: Yuen Kit Mun

This article looks at the different types of bicycle baskets and their mounting options. more...

How to Choose the Best Bicycle CO2 Pump

By: Yuen Kit Mun

CO2 pumps inflate bicycle tires (or tyres) quickly and relatively effortlessly. Here's how to choose the right pump and cartridge type. more...

Bicycle Tire Puncture Repair Kits and Tools

By: Yuen Kit Mun

Buying a tire patch kit might not be enough. This article looks at the tools and parts necessary to fix common bike breakdowns. more...

How to Choose the Best Bicycle Tire Pump

By: Yuen Kit Mun

Is a floor pump necessary? Can compressed air CO2 cartridges replace hand pumps? How to choose the right pump for different situations. more...

How To Accessorize a New Hybrid Bicycle

By: Fred Hasson

Cyclists who purchase new hybrid bicycles are often baffled by the assortment of accessories available. Here are ten categories every rider should consider. more...

GPS Cyclometer Computer Systems for Bicycles

By: Yuen Kit Mun

Is a GPS cyclometer better than a normal cyclometer (bicycle computer)? Can a general purpose GPS unit be used as a cyclometer? What features are important? more...

Bicycle Computers, Speedometers and Cyclometers

By: Yuen Kit Mun

Wired or wireless? Is a basic cyclometer good enough? What advanced features are available? Cyclometer features and displays explained. more...

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