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Cycle Stands Top Picks 2016

Best Cycle Stands With a wide choice of cycle stands available, here we look at each design of cycle rack and stand noting the benefits of each design, where they’re best used and which ones are the best value for money. 1.       Sheffield Cycle Hoops The sleek design of the Sheffield cycle hoops offers simplicity and functionality. The hoops allow secure locking of the bike wheel and frame to the stand. These stands are a cost effective ways to provide secure cycle parking in public areas. Benefits Easy to install – hassle free cycle parking which is used almost immediately Easy and… Read more

Product Spotlight: Fortis Cycle Shelter with Cycle Rack

Fortis Cycle Shelter Our excusive contemporary galvanised shelter comprised of high quality steel. Due to the cross bar being in two pieces this shelter; it easily fits on one pallet and installation is available if requested at purchase. This shelter is an impressive size of 4m, meaning that it will house up to 10 bikes at any one given time coupled with Sheffield bike rack. This shelter can be positioned side by side if more storage is needed. Supplied with a 4mm Perspex roof this protects cycles and their users from weather conditions. Leg frames can either be bolted or… Read more

Cycle Shelter ‘vs’ Cycle Compound: Which do you need?

You have a current need for some form of cycle parking solution, but you’re not sure where to go from there. Our handy guide aims to help make that decision easy. Cycle parking solutions come in all shape and sizes, so it’s best to match a shelter/compound to your specific needs. Planning permission required for cycle parking if: it is in or near a conservation area or listed building as well as being enclosed and more than 3m high. Cycle Shelters are a great way to encourage staff and pupils to cycle or maintain a healthy lifestyle. With popular schemes, such as… Read more

Top 10 cycle maintenance tips for cycling to work

Cycle Shelter VS Cycle Compound

After the success of Bike Week 2016 last week, with summer on its way and more people taking part in cycle to work week initiatives, we thought we would share our top 10 cycle maintenance tips for cycling to work. These tips should be carried out weekly with some checks such as on your brakes, tyres and helmets every time you get on your bike. These top tips are an easy way to get into the habit of checking your bicycle regularly. Check your tyres Do your tyres have the right pressure? Having the right pressure will reduce your risk… Read more