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Cycling FAQs

Get set for the ride of your life...

Wanting to get about on two wheels? Get into gear with our ultimate cycling FAQs and prepare to tackle any terrain, any distance and any journey with our extensive range of bikes, riding apparel, cycling footwear and bike accessories.

What are the Different Types of Bike?

Choosing the right type of bike to suit you depends on what type of cycling you’re planning – for leisure or to race for example – where you plan to go – will you travel via road or on rough terrain? – your budget and where you’ll store your bike.

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How Do I Choose the Right Size Bike?

Use our bicycle size guide to determine the right size cycle needed for both adults and kids. Bike size is not just an important aspect for the rider's comfort but for injury prevention too.

What to Wear on a Bike Ride?

Commuting, road cycling or leisure biking, our Sélectionnez votre pays has you covered whatever the weather and wherever the journey.

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Cycling tops including jerseys, jackets and waterproofs. Cycling jerseys have been crafted to fit the position of the body whilst cycling. They're streamlined by being tight-fitting and extremely breathable too. Cycling jackets and waterproofs tend to be compact for storage.

Shorts, bibs and tights for cycling are crafted with comfort as key. Stretch fits move with the rider and padding makes even the longest of journeys comfortable. Bibs come with shoulder straps to keep them in position and alleviate pressure on the waist.

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Which Cycling Shoes Do I Need and do They Make a Difference?

Cycling shoes feature a cleat to the sole in order to clip your feet into the pedals, bringing increased speed as the rider can pull up the pedals as well as push down on them. Although not an absolute necessity, especially for leisure cyclists, if you are cycling a distance, cycling shoes really do make for a more efficient journey. Make sure you're strapped in and ready for the journey ahead with our collection of Télécharger notre appli made to go the extra mile.

How Do I Choose the Right Cycling Helmet?

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To measure for a helmet, take the circumference of your head from approximately two finger widths above your eyebrows.

Your helmet should not be uncomfortable or cause lots of pressure to the head but it should fit snug. You can make sure your helmet fits just right by adjusting the retention system, adjustable side buckles and chin strap.

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What Should I Pack for a Bike Ride?

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Cycling Glossary

Aero

short for aerodynamic, describes gears which are designed for minimal wind resistance

BMX

short for bicycle motocross, this bike is made for off-road racing and freestyle trick riding

Cadence

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Century

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Détail chaîne

a loop of roller links that transfers power from the pedals to the rear wheel to propel the bike forward

Drafting

cycling behind another rider so they block the wind, reducing the amount of energy required to pedal

Fenders

also known as mudguards, fenders protect your body and bicycle from the water, mud, and grime which can spray up during your ride

Fixie

short for fixed gear, this is a single-speed bike, so whenever the bike is moving, your legs will be too, simply pedalling backwards to stop

Fork

part of the bicycle which holds the front wheel, typically consisting of 2 blades which are joined at the top by a fork crown

Peloton

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Shifting

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Spokes

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Stem

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Time Trial

when an individual or team complete a road race against the clock

Watt

a way of measuring the rider's power output

Wheelie

a cycling trick where the front wheel is lifted off the ground momentarily