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A Guide to the Best Road Bike Upgrades
Whatever your reason, the right upgrades can transform your ride, making it feel faster, smoother, and almost like a new bike. Here are some of the best road bike upgrades to consider:
The Ultimate Bike Maintenance Guide: Keep Your Ride Smooth and Reliable
Basic cleaning of the bike will keep your bike looking good but will encourage you to check over the frame and components for damage.
How to Choose the Right Bike Lock
Bike theft is more common than most people realize — and it doesn’t always happen to unlocked bikes. Poor-quality locks or incorrect use are often to blame. Whether you ride daily or occasionally, protecting your bike starts with choosing the right lock. In this guide, we’ll explain the different types of bike locks, how to choose one that suits your needs, what to look for to meet insurance requirements, and some simple strategies to boost your bike’s security. What to Consider When Choosing a Bike Lock When it comes to bike security, three key factors matter most: safety, usability, and...
How to Get the Most Out of Your E-Bike Battery
Your e-bike is designed to make cycling easier, more enjoyable, and more accessible — but to keep it performing at its best, your battery needs the right care. At CUBE, we want to help you enjoy your e-bike rides for as long as possible. Follow these simple battery maintenance tips to extend the life and efficiency of your e-bike battery. 1. Plan Your Charging Routine. The way you charge your e-bike battery can have a big impact on its lifespan. Instead of constantly charging it to 100% or letting it run completely flat, aim to keep the battery level between...
Which Bike Pump Do You Actually Need?
Formby Cycles' Guide to Getting It Right Whether you're a weekend rider, daily commuter, or trail addict, one thing’s for sure: a reliable bike pump is non-negotiable. Tyre pressure plays a huge role in comfort, control, and avoiding those annoying flats. But with so many pump options out there, how do you know which one to pick? Here’s a quick, no-nonsense guide to the different types of bike pumps — and which one will work best for your riding style. What Kind of Pump Do You Really Need? Different bikes, tyres and riding habits require different types of pumps. Before...
Haibike AllMtn CF 11 TRN/IQ 2025 – The Gearbox-Driven eMTB Revolution
The 2025 Haibike AllMtn CF 11 TRN/IQ marks a bold new chapter in electric mountain biking. Haibike, long recognised as a pioneer in ePerformance bikes, has taken a huge step forward by integrating the revolutionary Pinion MGU (Motor-Gearbox Unit) into a sleek, high-performance carbon frame. Blending power, precision, and playful trail handling, this £8,999 trail machine is built to conquer every type of terrain—without compromising on innovation or ride feel. A Revolution in eMTB Design At the heart of the AllMtn CF 11 lies Pinion’s MGU E1.12, a fully integrated motor and gearbox unit designed to eliminate the need for...
How Cycling Can Help You Live a Greener, Healthier Life
As sustainability becomes more important in our everyday choices, cycling stands out as a simple yet powerful way to reduce our environmental impact. Whether you're commuting, running errands, or enjoying the outdoors, choosing a bicycle over a car can make a significant difference. In this article, we explore five key ways cycling contributes to a more eco-friendly and sustainable lifestyle. 1. Reduce Your Carbon Footprint Motor vehicles are a major source of CO₂ emissions, contributing to air pollution and climate change. Cycling, on the other hand, is a zero-emission mode of transportation. Swapping your car for a bike—especially for...
Your Guide to Bike Helmets – Ride Safe, Ride Smart
At Formby Cycles, we know that a good helmet isn’t just smart – it’s essential. Whether you’re racing the tarmac, hitting the trails, commuting to work or heading out for a Sunday spin with the family, the right helmet keeps you protected and riding with confidence. But with so many styles and features on the market, choosing the right one can feel overwhelming. So, we’ve put together a simple guide to help you pick the best helmet for your riding style – plus a few of our top recommendations from our in-store range. Why Your Helmet Matters Reduces head injury...
Cube Nuroad: One Bike. Endless Possibilities.
If you're looking for a bike that can handle the weekday commute, Sunday gravel spins, and the odd weekend bikepacking escape, the Cube Nuroad should be on your radar. Built for comfort, versatility, and real-world riding, it’s a bike that doesn’t ask you to choose between road speed and off-road capability — it delivers both. Gravel, Your Way.One of the standout features of the Cube Nuroad range is choice. Whether you’re new to gravel or upgrading your current setup, there’s a model that suits your needs. The range includes eight different builds, with both aluminium and carbon frames available —...
Hydration: The Quiet Key to Better Rides 🚴♂️💧
It’s not flashy, and you won’t notice it until it’s missing—but hydration is one of the most important factors behind your performance on the bike. Whether you’re out for a café spin or deep into a day-long gravel adventure, how you hydrate affects everything from how your heart works to how sharp your reactions are. And here’s the kicker: you only need to lose 1% of your body weight in fluid to feel the effects. At 2%, your endurance drops, fatigue kicks in, and everything just feels that bit harder. Everyone’s Different—So Hydrate That WayThere’s no single “right” way to...
Lapierre Crosshill CF 2025 – Fast Gravel Meets Adventure Versatility
Lapierre’s all-new Crosshill CF 2025 arrives with a clear ambition: bring race-level performance to the gravel scene, without forgetting the adventure-ready DNA riders have come to love. Previously available only in aluminium, the Crosshill now gets a full carbon makeover, and it’s immediately clear this isn’t just a frame swap—this is a full rethink. At the heart of the Crosshill CF is a more aggressive, sportier geometry, with subtle design touches like flexible seat stays built in to smooth out the chatter when things get rough. Lapierre claims a 3% increase in compliance here—small on paper, noticeable on long rides....
How to go Tubeless
Setting up your wheels tubeless? It's a great upgrade—less hassle with punctures and better ride performance. Here’s our expert step-by-step guide to get you sorted. And of course, if you get stuck, our team is just a call away
