commuting

Some might recall I sold my electric bike and bought a 125cc motorbike for commuting, well, I've done a year on it. The only maintenance I've done is to top up the oil and clean, adjust and lube the chain. I've suffered no mechanical issues. The low fuel light comes on at about 105 miles, I fill...

Hello, I am having some saddle woes. I'll start by saying I cycle in somewhere between relaxed and fitness posture in normal clothes, not lycra and no chamois. Full disclosure: I have a bony behind. I bought a trek fx 3 recently that came equipped with a 170mm Bontrager nebula ...

As the weather has turned colder in the London area over the last week I do not know is it just me but I find my commute tougher going in cold weather than warm weather Your views on the subject

Based on info here I picked up a pair of M&S cycling chino's last year, or maybe the year before on sale for £10. They work perfectly for my 8 - 10 mile daily coummute in the winter over either shorts or tights depending on temperature. Since M&S no longer sell these, I'm after a good...

Hi just wondering if people have any tips/recommendations for equipment when riding during the winter. I'll only be going between 10 and 25 miles for work however occasionally I may have longer leisure rides. Not looking to spend too much on each item so looking at the cheaper side of the spectrum.

Hi I'm looking for a cheap road bike for commuting. I wouldnt really want to spend any more than £300 on something that's used. I have no brand preference my only limitation is the size - as i am only 5"6 i may be limited on what is available so would probably need a small. I have been...

I normally commute on my bombproof steel dropbar-MTB thing, which I cobbled together largely because the roads around here were so bad when I started to ride to work that to do so on a road bike was pretty uncomfortable and I felt, slightly dangerous given the sheer number of steering-deflecting...

I used to commute around the new exstension that is being built to the Westfield shopping centre in white city West London now they have opened a new tunnel which goes through the building and closed the road that I used to take around it I was allowed through the first few days no problem by...

I commute about 15 miles a day round trip. Would this be equivelant to doing a 75 mile ride at the weekend and not commuting in the week? I am not planning to give up my commute but just curious. I am guessing the 75 mile ride would have more impact on fitness/health?

..... is seeing the full arc of a perfect rainbow from end to end and being able to slow down / stop and admire one of nature's true wonders without inconveniencing all those drivers who aren't able to appreciate it the same way. :thumbsup: :notworthy:

I have just bought a Boardman CX team bike for my commute to work and to generally potter about on. It feels OK but the tyres are a bit of a shock coming from a road bike. I think they are some pretty cheap and basic nobbly Schwalbe tyres, 35mm. My commute is a mere 3.5m on mainly road and cycle...

...pretend the sounds of high revving / accellerating motorbikes are in fact your legs making that sound as you set off from lights? Unintentionally I find it makes for quite a fast start!

Need to impose myself on you all again for some advice... :blush: I find myself having to convert my MTB into a commuter at short notice - for Tuesday 22nd and for the next three or four months thereafter. Basically the bike is something anonymous that I can leave in the station racks all day...

I was cycling home last night about 10.30pm on a damp road, and rounding a right hand bend my tyres lost their grip, bike shot away and wham, down I went like a sack of spuds. Fortunately there wasn't too much traffic, the car behind was going slow enough to stop rather than run me over. I...

So I commute about 8.5miles each way, leaving the house at 0530 or 1730 for My 12 hour shifts. At the weekend I came down with a cold which went right for the chest. I managed to cycle on Fri and Saturday but caved in and asked a colleague for a lift on Sunday and Monday as I don't own a car...

Been a while since I've posted here and although a long-winded back story probably isn't necessary a short version might be useful. Essentially I've never quite felt the same about cycling since I crashed in June 2016 and it's taken me over a year to get back to a place (mentally) where I...

Finally had enough of the Giant TCX, it's an entry level version and although great initially, the gears need adjusting every 3 days and the brakes need constant fettling to stop judder. Coupled with the harsh fork, I think it's time for a change. Budget: £500-1000.00 (lower end preffered but...

For sale is my Specialized Secteur Elite. With a more upright and relaxed geometry this bike is easier on the body than race style bikes, making it great for commuting and also sportives. The frame size is 56. Im 5`10 and would say it would suit someone from 5`8 up to 6`. A test ride is...

Looking for a bag which will fit laptop, lunch, keys, phone etc all in and mount to a rear rack but then upon arrival can easily/quickly remove and be carried inside like a backpack/messenger bag - any recommendations?

Okay, so you need to get to your destination and you look outside. Typical British weather, heavy showers. Wet roads. Pretty dull. The trees are noticeably taking a good beating from the wind... What do you wear (and why) in this weather and how do you prepare your bike? Bonus Point: How do...

Still trying to wittle down my options of bikes. Did tentatively decide to consider the Verenti Technique 105 at £637.50 as my first choice, but flexibilty of tyre choice with a mudguard and brake choice has me slightly hesitant when considering wetter weather. I then stumbled upon the Verenti...

Hi all, I've got a Brompton on order (S6L) but before it comes I'd just like to pick your brains as to a) whether any of you use bar ends with an S and b) if so which ones - since they need to be stubby enough to be able to fold up OK. Any advice much appreciated! Cheers, Mel.

i know it's not necessary but do people have a bike specifically for going commuting to work on? I've just started a new job where I don't fancy leaving me good bike in the bike racks - wheel benders in a dusty corner of the underground car park I have the opportunity to pick up a nearly new...

I have only been commuting for 2 days and already nearly killed by a car overtaking a car coming towards me!(luckily just got out the way). Bloody unreal , i'm lit up like a christmas tree wearing bright green and yellow and in daylight .SOUNDS EXTREME but as 1 mate said just carry a house...

I'm thinking of getting a Unicycle to commute my 8 miles to work on..... My thinking behind it is.... - A 50 percent less chance of punctures. - No brake blocks to wear out - No chain to come off or change every thousand or so miles. - Easy storage at work. - I can combine it with my other...

Monday morning, decision time, do I wake up early face the wind and rain head and turn left, opting to boycott the ferry and go for the coastal route around the harbour (15 miles) or snuggle up and pay the ferryman. It was approx 4 miles in when I met the full force of the sea gusts head on. The...

hey all So new to the forums but looking for advice or recommendations on a foldable bike. I guess best is if I state my needs/situation then hat should help eh? I need it to be a foldable for a few reasons...I live in a flat, I have nowhere to store it at work (other than under my desk) and...