# Cyclesite — Cycling guides

> Cyclesite is the UK marketplace for buying and selling bikes, with editorial guides covering buying advice, maintenance, training, fit, security and more.
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> This file lists every published cycling guide with its TL;DR, author and last-reviewed date. It is intended for grounding by AI assistants and ingestion pipelines.
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## Topic hubs

- [Bike buying guides](https://www.cyclesite.co.uk/bike-guides/topic/buying): How to buy the right bike in the UK. Buying guides for road, gravel, mountain, hybrid, electric and folding bikes. With real used prices and what to check.
- [Selling your bike](https://www.cyclesite.co.uk/bike-guides/topic/selling): How to sell your bike in the UK for the best price. Pricing strategy, photos, listings, shipping, and platform comparisons.
- [Bike maintenance and repair](https://www.cyclesite.co.uk/bike-guides/topic/maintenance): Maintenance how-tos for UK cyclists. Drivetrain cleaning, brake adjustment, tubeless setup, puncture repair and seasonal service.
- [Training and nutrition](https://www.cyclesite.co.uk/bike-guides/topic/training): Cycling training plans, nutrition strategy and recovery for UK riders. Beginner-to-100-mile programmes, weight-loss training, mental health.
- [Cycling skills](https://www.cyclesite.co.uk/bike-guides/topic/skills): Practical cycling skills for UK roads and trails. Group riding, cornering, wet-weather technique and roadside repairs.
- [Cycling tech](https://www.cyclesite.co.uk/bike-guides/topic/tech): Cycling technology guides for UK riders. Tubeless setup, lights, clipless pedals, electronic shifting and component compatibility.
- [Cycling nutrition](https://www.cyclesite.co.uk/bike-guides/topic/nutrition): Cycling nutrition and hydration for UK riders. Pre-ride fuel, on-bike feeding, recovery, and weight-loss strategy.
- [Bike fit](https://www.cyclesite.co.uk/bike-guides/topic/fit): Bike fit guides for UK cyclists. Saddle height, reach, cleat alignment, and when to book a professional fit.
- [Bike security](https://www.cyclesite.co.uk/bike-guides/topic/security): How to keep your bike safe in the UK. Lock buying advice, locking technique, registration, insurance and stolen-bike checks.
- [Bike commuting](https://www.cyclesite.co.uk/bike-guides/topic/commuting): How to commute by bike in the UK. Route planning, gear, traffic skills, weather and Cycle to Work scheme guidance.
- [Gravel cycling](https://www.cyclesite.co.uk/bike-guides/topic/gravel): Gravel cycling guides for UK riders. Bike choice, tyre pressure, route planning, and bikepacking essentials.
- [Seasonal cycling](https://www.cyclesite.co.uk/bike-guides/topic/seasonal): Seasonal cycling guides for the UK. Winter setup, summer kit, year-round maintenance and weather-appropriate gear.

## Guides

### Best Bike for Women UK 2026: Buying Guide
URL: https://www.cyclesite.co.uk/bike-guides/best-bike-for-women-uk
Topic: Buying · Type: ReviewArticle · Read time: 17 min
Author: Cyclesite Editorial (https://www.cyclesite.co.uk/authors/cyclesite-editorial) · Reviewed 2026-05-26

The biggest decision in buying a bike as a woman is fit, not gender. Most modern frames are unisex; the differences that matter are saddle width (women average wider sit bones), bar width, crank length and stem length for shorter riders. Liv (Giant), Trek, Specialized, Canyon and Ribble all do genuinely small geometry for under-5'5" riders. Ignore pink colourways; focus on what fits.

### Best UK Cycling Holidays for 2026: Routes, Logistics, Kit
URL: https://www.cyclesite.co.uk/bike-guides/uk-cycling-holidays-guide
Topic: Skills · Type: Article · Read time: 22 min
Author: Tom Southern (https://www.cyclesite.co.uk/authors/tom-southern) · Reviewed 2026-05-23

The best UK cycling holidays match the rider to the terrain. Lake District for hilly road riding, NC500 for long-distance Highlands tarmac, C2C for a 3-4 day classic, LEJOG for the bucket-list 12-18 day trip, the Camel Trail for low-effort family cycling, the South Downs Way for serious off-road. Trains carry bikes (book ahead on long-distance services) and luggage transfer makes most routes accessible.

### Used Bike Inspection: 30-Point Checklist UK
URL: https://www.cyclesite.co.uk/bike-guides/used-bike-inspection-checklist
Topic: Buying · Type: HowTo · Read time: 18 min
Author: Cyclesite Workshop Desk (https://www.cyclesite.co.uk/authors/workshop-desk) · Reviewed 2026-05-21

A proper used-bike inspection takes 20 minutes and checks 30 things: frame for cracks, wheels for true and bearings, drivetrain wear with a chain checker, brakes for lever feel and pad thickness, headset and bottom bracket for play, plus a 10-minute test ride. Walk-away signs are cracked frames, severe drivetrain wear, and any issue with frame-number paperwork.

### UK Cycling Law Explained: Helmets, Lights, Pavements and E-bikes
URL: https://www.cyclesite.co.uk/bike-guides/uk-cycling-law-guide
Topic: Skills · Type: Article · Read time: 20 min
Author: Cyclesite Editorial (https://www.cyclesite.co.uk/authors/cyclesite-editorial) · Reviewed 2026-05-12

UK adult cyclists do not need a helmet by law. Lights, reflectors and pedal reflectors are required after dark. Pavement riding is a £50 fixed-penalty offence except on shared-use paths. The 2022 Highway Code introduced the Hierarchy of Road Users (Rules H1-H3), which gives cyclists priority at junctions. UK-legal e-bikes are limited to 250W and 15.5mph assist.

### Bike Stolen: What to Do in the UK Step by Step
URL: https://www.cyclesite.co.uk/bike-guides/what-to-do-if-bike-stolen
Topic: Security · Type: HowTo · Read time: 14 min
Author: Cyclesite Editorial (https://www.cyclesite.co.uk/authors/cyclesite-editorial) · Reviewed 2026-05-09

The first hour matters most. Walk a 100m circle (many thieves abandon bikes nearby), photograph the scene, get the frame number ready, then report to police online for a Crime Reference Number within 24 hours. Mark the bike stolen on BikeRegister and start watching marketplaces. Registered, reported bikes recover at five times the rate of unregistered ones.

### Cycle to Work Scheme: Complete UK Guide for 2026
URL: https://www.cyclesite.co.uk/bike-guides/cycle-to-work-scheme-guide
Topic: Commuting · Type: Article · Read time: 15 min
Author: Tom Southern (https://www.cyclesite.co.uk/authors/tom-southern) · Reviewed 2026-05-07

Cycle to Work is a UK government tax-relief scheme that lets your employer buy a bike for you and take the cost back from your gross salary. Basic-rate taxpayers save around 32 percent, higher-rate around 42 percent. The cap is £3,500 in most schemes; bikes, accessories and safety kit all qualify.

### Used Cyclocross Bikes Buyer's Guide UK
URL: https://www.cyclesite.co.uk/bike-guides/used-cyclocross-bike-guide
Topic: Buying · Type: ReviewArticle · Read time: 14 min
Author: Tom Southern (https://www.cyclesite.co.uk/authors/tom-southern) · Reviewed 2026-04-13

Cyclocross bikes look like road bikes but corner like crit bikes. Short, twitchy, and built for an hour of hard racing. Frame clearance is 33mm UCI legal, 35-40mm in practice. A used CX bike makes a fast winter trainer or a cheap gravel commuter, but the geometry punishes long days.

### Used BMX Bikes Buyer's Guide UK
URL: https://www.cyclesite.co.uk/bike-guides/used-bmx-buying-guide
Topic: Buying · Type: ReviewArticle · Read time: 13 min
Author: Tom Southern (https://www.cyclesite.co.uk/authors/tom-southern) · Reviewed 2026-04-13

Freestyle BMX (street, park, dirt) starts at 20-inch wheels and adds gyro and pegs. Race BMX uses 20 or 24 inch with no pegs and a cassette hub. Sizing is by top tube length not frame size. Check chromoly frames for cracks at the head tube and bottom bracket; aluminium fatigues earlier.

### Used Kids Bikes Buyer's Guide UK
URL: https://www.cyclesite.co.uk/bike-guides/used-kids-bike-guide
Topic: Buying · Type: ReviewArticle · Read time: 12 min
Author: Tom Southern (https://www.cyclesite.co.uk/authors/tom-southern) · Reviewed 2026-04-13

Kids grow out of bikes faster than they wear them out, so used is the right answer. Frog, Islabikes and Squish are the UK brands worth seeking out. Light frames, shorter cranks, kid-sized levers. Sizing is by inseam, not age. A well-bought used kids bike sells on for almost what you paid.

### Used Mountain Bikes Buyer's Guide UK
URL: https://www.cyclesite.co.uk/bike-guides/used-mountain-bike-guide
Topic: Buying · Type: ReviewArticle · Read time: 16 min
Author: Tom Southern (https://www.cyclesite.co.uk/authors/tom-southern) · Reviewed 2026-04-29

A used hardtail from a major brand in 2019 or later runs £500-£1,200; full-suspension £1,500-£4,000. Fork condition is the most expensive thing to get wrong. A knackered air shock costs £400-£600 to service or replace. 29-inch wheels handle British terrain better than 27.5 for most riders.

### Cycling and Mental Health
URL: https://www.cyclesite.co.uk/bike-guides/cycling-mental-health
Topic: Training · Type: Article · Read time: 18 min
Author: Cyclesite Training Desk (https://www.cyclesite.co.uk/authors/training-desk) · Reviewed 2026-04-08

Cycling is one of the most consistently evidence-based interventions for mild to moderate depression and anxiety. The mechanism is a mix of exercise, daylight exposure and rhythmic outdoor movement. Three 30-minute rides per week shows measurable mood improvement within four weeks. This is not a substitute for medical care for severe symptoms.

### What to Wear Cycling
URL: https://www.cyclesite.co.uk/bike-guides/cycling-clothing-guide
Topic: Buying · Type: Article · Read time: 16 min
Author: Cyclesite Editorial (https://www.cyclesite.co.uk/authors/cyclesite-editorial) · Reviewed 2026-04-08

Padded shorts (or bib shorts) are the single biggest comfort upgrade for any ride longer than an hour. Layering beats a heavy jacket. Base, mid, shell. Cycling-specific shoes are not necessary for the first year; trainers on flat pedals work fine. Spend on shorts and gloves first, frame second.

### How to Ship a Bike in the UK: Cost, Couriers and Packing Guide
URL: https://www.cyclesite.co.uk/bike-guides/how-to-ship-a-bike-uk
Topic: Selling · Type: HowTo · Read time: 18 min
Author: Cyclesite Editorial (https://www.cyclesite.co.uk/authors/cyclesite-editorial) · Reviewed 2026-04-15

Paisley Freight is the UK courier most cyclists use: £42.99 for a standard bike, up to £5,000 liability cover, packing instructions provided. Box and pad the bike following the 11-step guide; a bad pack causes most damage claims. E-bikes ship collection-only because of lithium-battery rules.

### Bike Lights: Complete Guide UK
URL: https://www.cyclesite.co.uk/bike-guides/bike-lights-guide
Topic: Tech · Type: Article · Read time: 14 min
Author: Cyclesite Editorial (https://www.cyclesite.co.uk/authors/cyclesite-editorial) · Reviewed 2026-04-08

UK law requires a white front and red rear light after dark, plus pedal reflectors and a rear reflector. For commuting, 100-300 lumens front and 50-100 rear is plenty. Rural night riding wants 800-1,500 lumens up front. Daytime running lights cut overtake-collision rates by 19 percent. Run them year-round.

### Cycling in the Rain: Complete UK Guide
URL: https://www.cyclesite.co.uk/bike-guides/cycling-in-the-rain
Topic: Skills · Type: Article · Read time: 15 min
Author: Cyclesite Editorial (https://www.cyclesite.co.uk/authors/cyclesite-editorial) · Reviewed 2026-04-08

British cycling is wet cycling. Mudguards keep you and the rider behind clean. A waterproof jacket and overshoes keep you warm; nothing keeps you dry. Wet braking needs twice the distance. Anticipate, do not react. Wash the bike when you get home or the salt will eat the drivetrain.

### How to Fix a Puncture
URL: https://www.cyclesite.co.uk/bike-guides/how-to-fix-a-puncture
Topic: Skills · Type: HowTo · Read time: 12 min
Author: Cyclesite Workshop Desk (https://www.cyclesite.co.uk/authors/workshop-desk) · Reviewed 2026-04-08

A roadside puncture takes 10 minutes once you have done it twice. Tools needed: tyre levers, a spare tube of the right size, a pump or CO2. The trick is to find what caused the puncture before fitting the new tube. Running fingers around the inside of the tyre stops the same thorn going through twice.

### Used Electric Bikes, Buyer's Guide UK
URL: https://www.cyclesite.co.uk/bike-guides/used-electric-bike-guide
Topic: Buying · Type: ReviewArticle · Read time: 15 min
Author: Tom Southern (https://www.cyclesite.co.uk/authors/tom-southern) · Reviewed 2026-04-29

Battery health is everything on a used e-bike. A tired battery costs £400-£800 to replace and can write off the bike. Check the charge cycle count if the system reports it (Bosch and Shimano both do). UK e-bikes are limited to 250W and 15.5mph assist; anything modified is illegal on the road. Budget £1,200-£3,000 used.

### Used Road Bikes, Buyer's Guide UK
URL: https://www.cyclesite.co.uk/bike-guides/used-road-bike-guide
Topic: Buying · Type: ReviewArticle · Read time: 15 min
Author: Tom Southern (https://www.cyclesite.co.uk/authors/tom-southern) · Reviewed 2026-04-29

A used Shimano 105 carbon road bike from 2018-2022 is the sweet spot in the UK used market: £900-£1,500 for a clean example, full electronic groupset territory adds £500-£1,000. Endurance geometry suits most riders better than race geometry. Inspect carbon for crash damage around the head tube and chainstays.

### Used Hybrid Bikes, Buyer's Guide UK
URL: https://www.cyclesite.co.uk/bike-guides/used-hybrid-bike-guide
Topic: Buying · Type: ReviewArticle · Read time: 14 min
Author: Tom Southern (https://www.cyclesite.co.uk/authors/tom-southern) · Reviewed 2026-04-29

Used hybrids in the UK run £150-£400 for a clean Giant Escape, Trek FX or Specialized Sirrus. Avoid supermarket brands (Apollo, Indi, BTwin sub-£200 new). The wheels and bottom bracket fail within a year. A three-year-old hybrid from any of the big three brands beats a new £300 bike.

### What Size Bike Do I Need?
URL: https://www.cyclesite.co.uk/bike-guides/bike-size-guide
Topic: Buying · Type: HowTo · Read time: 10 min
Author: Cyclesite Workshop Desk (https://www.cyclesite.co.uk/authors/workshop-desk) · Reviewed 2026-04-15

Inseam matters more than height. Stand against a wall with a hardback book pressed up into your crotch and measure to the floor. That is your inseam. Road bikes use cm (50, 52, 54, 56, 58, 60), MTBs use S/M/L/XL. Between sizes, smaller rides sportier, larger rides more stable. Test ride before buying.

### Cheap Bikes UK 2026: Best Picks Under £100, £300 & £600
URL: https://www.cyclesite.co.uk/bike-guides/cheap-bikes-guide
Topic: Buying · Type: ReviewArticle · Read time: 12 min
Author: Tom Southern (https://www.cyclesite.co.uk/authors/tom-southern) · Reviewed 2026-04-29

Under £100 means a used hybrid from a major brand. Never a new supermarket bike, which fails within a year. £200-£400 buys a clean used Giant, Trek or Specialized hybrid that will last a decade. £400-£600 reaches entry road, gravel and hardtail MTB. Cycle to Work doubles your real budget.

### How to Sell Your Bike UK, Get the Best Price
URL: https://www.cyclesite.co.uk/bike-guides/sell-your-bike-guide
Topic: Selling · Type: HowTo · Read time: 12 min
Author: Tom Southern (https://www.cyclesite.co.uk/authors/tom-southern) · Reviewed 2026-04-29

Sell faster by pricing against real sold prices, not asking prices, and by photographing the bike clean against a plain wall in daylight. Disclose any damage in the first paragraph of the listing. The bikes that sit unsold are over-priced or under-described, never both.

### Used Gravel Bikes, Buyer's Guide UK
URL: https://www.cyclesite.co.uk/bike-guides/used-gravel-bike-guide
Topic: Buying · Type: ReviewArticle · Read time: 12 min
Author: Tom Southern (https://www.cyclesite.co.uk/authors/tom-southern) · Reviewed 2026-04-29

A used gravel bike from a major brand in 2020 or later runs £700-£1,800 in the UK. Tyre clearance is the single most important spec. Anything under 40mm limits where you can ride. Shimano GRX is the dominant groupset, well supported. All-road geometry handles closer to a road bike; adventure geometry handles closer to a hardtail.

### Tandem Bikes: Complete Buyer's Guide UK
URL: https://www.cyclesite.co.uk/bike-guides/tandem-bike-guide
Topic: Buying · Type: ReviewArticle · Read time: 15 min
Author: Tom Southern (https://www.cyclesite.co.uk/authors/tom-southern) · Reviewed 2026-04-15

A used tandem in the UK runs £400-£800 for a touring model and £1,500-£3,000 for a road tandem from a dedicated builder. The captain (front rider) needs the more aggressive position; the stoker (rear) needs comfort. Independent gearing is rare and not necessary. Specialist dealers stock more than the big chains.

### The Complete Bike Commuting Guide
URL: https://www.cyclesite.co.uk/bike-guides/commuting-by-bike-guide
Topic: Commuting · Type: Article · Read time: 20 min
Author: Cyclesite Editorial (https://www.cyclesite.co.uk/authors/cyclesite-editorial) · Reviewed 2026-03-24

A reliable bike commute needs four things: a route that avoids the worst traffic, mudguards, daytime running lights front and rear, and a way to arrive presentable. Cycle to Work covers the bike. A pannier rack is more useful than any backpack. Your commute time will beat the bus within a fortnight.

### Cargo Bikes, Complete Buyer's Guide UK
URL: https://www.cyclesite.co.uk/bike-guides/cargo-bike-guide
Topic: Buying · Type: ReviewArticle · Read time: 14 min
Author: Tom Southern (https://www.cyclesite.co.uk/authors/tom-southern) · Reviewed 2026-04-29

Longtail cargo bikes (Tern GSD, Yuba Spicy Curry) carry up to two children behind the rider and ride like a normal bike. Bakfiets (Babboe, Urban Arrow) carry up to four children in a front box and corner like a small van. Electric assist is non-negotiable for either style. Budget £3,000-£6,000 used.

### Gravel Cycling for Beginners
URL: https://www.cyclesite.co.uk/bike-guides/gravel-cycling-beginners
Topic: Gravel · Type: Article · Read time: 16 min
Author: Cyclesite Editorial (https://www.cyclesite.co.uk/authors/cyclesite-editorial) · Reviewed 2026-03-20

Any drop-bar bike with 35mm-plus tyre clearance can ride gravel. The bike matters less than tyre choice and pressure. Start with 38-42mm tyres at 30-40 psi, find a canal towpath or forest fire road, and ride it. Gravel skills are mostly road skills with looser steering and lower confidence in corners.

### Bike Fit Optimization Guide
URL: https://www.cyclesite.co.uk/bike-guides/bike-fit-optimization
Topic: Fit · Type: HowTo · Read time: 28 min
Author: Cyclesite Workshop Desk (https://www.cyclesite.co.uk/authors/workshop-desk) · Reviewed 2026-04-18

Saddle height is the single most important fit measurement. Use 0.883 times inseam in cm as a starting saddle-to-pedal length, then refine by feel. Knee pain in front means saddle too low; pain behind means too high. A 90-minute professional fit costs £100-£200 and prevents most overuse injuries.

### Used Folding Bikes UK 2026: Brompton vs Dahon vs Tern Pricing
URL: https://www.cyclesite.co.uk/bike-guides/used-folding-bike-guide
Topic: Buying · Type: ReviewArticle · Read time: 15 min
Author: Tom Southern (https://www.cyclesite.co.uk/authors/tom-southern) · Reviewed 2026-04-29

Brompton holds value better than any folding bike on the UK market. Expect £600-£900 for a clean used three-speed, £1,200+ for an electric. Dahon and Tern sit £200-£500 lower for a comparable bike. Check the main hinge clamp closes flush, the rear hinge has no play, and the gears index cleanly.

### Clipless Pedals: The Complete Guide
URL: https://www.cyclesite.co.uk/bike-guides/clipless-pedals-guide
Topic: Tech · Type: Article · Read time: 14 min
Author: Cyclesite Workshop Desk (https://www.cyclesite.co.uk/authors/workshop-desk) · Reviewed 2026-03-16

SPD for commuting and gravel (recessed cleat, walkable shoe), SPD-SL or Look Keo for road (stiffer, lighter, larger contact patch). Spend the first 20 minutes practising clipping in and out leaning against a wall. The fall happens at low speed at junctions, not when riding.

### Complete Bike Maintenance Guide
URL: https://www.cyclesite.co.uk/bike-guides/complete-bike-maintenance-guide
Topic: Maintenance · Type: HowTo · Read time: 25 min
Author: Cyclesite Workshop Desk (https://www.cyclesite.co.uk/authors/workshop-desk) · Reviewed 2026-04-28

Most bike failures are caused by a dirty drivetrain and low tyre pressure, not bad parts. Clean and lube the chain after every wet ride, check tyre pressure weekly, inspect brake pads monthly. A basic three-month service prevents the expensive failures and costs nothing in tools.

### Tubeless Tire Setup: Step-by-Step Guide
URL: https://www.cyclesite.co.uk/bike-guides/tubeless-tire-setup-guide
Topic: Tech · Type: HowTo · Read time: 22 min
Author: Cyclesite Workshop Desk (https://www.cyclesite.co.uk/authors/workshop-desk) · Reviewed 2026-04-14

Tubeless setup needs three things to work first time: a rim and tyre that are both UST or TLR rated, fresh sealant, and a high-volume air source (track pump with chamber, compressor, or tubeless-specific charger). Skip any of those and you will fight the bead for an hour.

### Winter Cycling: The Complete Guide
URL: https://www.cyclesite.co.uk/bike-guides/winter-cycling-guide
Topic: Seasonal · Type: Article · Read time: 18 min
Author: Cyclesite Editorial (https://www.cyclesite.co.uk/authors/cyclesite-editorial) · Reviewed 2026-03-12

Winter cycling in the UK is a clothing problem, not a bike problem. Three-layer system on the body, full-finger gloves, overshoes, mudguards and bright daytime lights cover most weather. Wash the drivetrain weekly through salt season. Sub-zero black-ice mornings are the only days worth skipping.

### Road Cycling Training Plan: Beginner to 100 Miles
URL: https://www.cyclesite.co.uk/bike-guides/road-cycling-training-plan
Topic: Training · Type: Article · Read time: 30 min
Author: Cyclesite Training Desk (https://www.cyclesite.co.uk/authors/training-desk) · Reviewed 2026-04-15

A 12-week beginner-to-100-mile plan needs three rides per week: one long ride that grows by 10 percent weekly, one with structured efforts, one easy. Eat 60 to 90 grams of carbs per hour on rides over two hours. The long ride is what builds the 100-mile capacity, not the hard ones.

### Cycling Nutrition and Hydration Guide
URL: https://www.cyclesite.co.uk/bike-guides/cycling-nutrition-hydration
Topic: Nutrition · Type: Article · Read time: 20 min
Author: Cyclesite Training Desk (https://www.cyclesite.co.uk/authors/training-desk) · Reviewed 2026-04-20

For rides under 90 minutes, water is enough. Above 90 minutes, take 60 to 90 grams of carbohydrate per hour and 500 to 750ml of fluid per hour. Caffeine 30 minutes before hard efforts adds measurable performance. Recovery within 30 minutes of finishing is when the next ride starts.

### Cycling for Weight Loss: Complete Plan
URL: https://www.cyclesite.co.uk/bike-guides/cycling-weight-loss
Topic: Training · Type: Article · Read time: 24 min
Author: Cyclesite Training Desk (https://www.cyclesite.co.uk/authors/training-desk) · Reviewed 2026-04-15

Cycling burns 400 to 800 calories per hour depending on intensity. Sustainable weight loss is a 300-500 kcal daily deficit, mostly through diet, with cycling preserving muscle. Three to four rides per week including one long endurance ride and one with intervals delivers the best body-composition outcome.

### The Ultimate Bike Security Guide
URL: https://www.cyclesite.co.uk/bike-guides/bike-security-ultimate-guide
Topic: Security · Type: Article · Read time: 15 min
Author: Cyclesite Editorial (https://www.cyclesite.co.uk/authors/cyclesite-editorial) · Reviewed 2026-04-22

Use two locks of different types (D-lock plus chain or folding lock), both rated Sold Secure Gold. Lock through the frame and rear wheel to a fixed object, off the ground. A registered frame number and an Apple AirTag inside the seat tube cover the other 10 percent of cases. Most thefts are opportunist.

### Group Riding Etiquette and Skills
URL: https://www.cyclesite.co.uk/bike-guides/group-riding-etiquette
Topic: Skills · Type: Article · Read time: 12 min
Author: Cyclesite Editorial (https://www.cyclesite.co.uk/authors/cyclesite-editorial) · Reviewed 2026-03-03

Group riding is mostly predictability. Hold your line, point out hazards, do not half-wheel, and rotate cleanly through the front. The slowest rider sets the pace on a social ride. The fastest rider sets it on a chaingang. Knowing which ride you are on is most of the etiquette.

### Complete Bike Buying Guide UK
URL: https://www.cyclesite.co.uk/bike-guides/complete-bike-buying-guide
Topic: Buying · Type: Article · Read time: 20 min
Author: Tom Southern (https://www.cyclesite.co.uk/authors/tom-southern) · Reviewed 2026-04-28

Most UK buyers should pick by use-case first, not brand. A road, gravel, hybrid or e-bike each does one thing well. Set a budget that includes a lock, lights and basic kit, then test-ride before paying. Used bikes in good condition usually beat the same money spent new at the entry level.