Author: Adam Nolan

Welcome to the world of speed gravel!

Cervelo may not have made the first gravel bike, but they definitely made the fastest gravel bike in 2019 with the introduction of the first Áspero, which took gravel riders across the world by storm, heralding a “new era of speed in gravel.” It was gravel, but Cervelo-style, taking all their knowledge of designing and manufacturing the fastest road bikes and applying that to the world of dust, dirt and fast adventures.

Since then, gravel bikes have grown, fragmented, and started to look a lot like the road and mountain bikes that spawned them, with suspension forks, bolt-ons for…everything, and ever-increasing tire widths. The new Áspero remains true to those early, simpler days of gravel, but with some improvements—a threaded BB shell, neater cable routing, and a UDH-compatible derailleur hanger for those who want to use SRAM’s Transmission drivetrains. But in true Cervelo style… IT’S FASTER!!

So how have they done this? To start with they shaved off three watts worth of frontal drag in the redesign process. Then they dropped the seat stays to give a bit more compliance out back, and reduced front-end stiffness slightly to make the last hours of a long race or the final miles of that epic adventure less painful and fatigue inducing . Between those dropped seatstays, Cervelo added in a bit more clearance for mud, too. It’s a lot of seemingly small improvements, but they add up to a lot. The result is a bike that feels a lot like the original Aspero, but is faster, more comfortable, and more versatile.

New Features

● Lowered standover height

● ST36 Semi-integrated front end – D-Shaped steerer

● Engineered compliance – Lower dropped seat stays for comfort

● Threaded T47-A bottom bracket

● Dropped both the chainstays for improved chainring clearance

● Slimmed downtube profile for compliance

Geometry built to race!

397mm reach – Greater stability in downhill conditions by moving center of gravity back from steering axis

72° head tube angle  – A steep head tube paired with a longer top tube and a shorter stem, results in reduced toe overlap and a more stable handling in technical terrain

425mm chainstays  – Increased chainstay length to improve stability and increase clearance for mud and chainrings. Longer wheelbase for improved mud clearance and chainring clearance

Design Highlights

Threaded T47-A bottom bracket

Asymmetrical threaded bottom bracket is easier to service and maintain for the home mechanic, whilst the oversized BB shell increases surface area, which improves structural stiffness and turns watts into KPH! The longer shell increases stiffness and stability high load cases, such as when turning.

Easiliy Adjustable Front End

Áspero shares the same bearing dimensions as R5, Soloist, R5-CX, and Caledonia, which means you can use any combination of bearing caps and stems. Want a super-racy, fully-

internal look? Grab the ST31 and HB13 from R5.

UDH

SRAM made everyone want to step on their derailleurs when they introduced the Transmission mountain bike drivetrains in 2023. It seems unnecessary, no matter who made your derailleur, but Áspero uses the Universal Derailleur Hanger (UDH) standard in case you want to try.

Trailmixer Dropout – Maximum Versatility

The new Aspero carries the same adjustable fork dropout as. the previous model with an adjustable ‘flip chip’ which can be set in either a rearward or forward setting to tweak handling characteristics to bias the steering towards faster handling or increased stability. The forward position offers decreased trail, which equates to faster handling;  best suited for 700c wheels.The rearward position offers increased trail which results in an increase in stability which, optimally suited for 650b.

In Conclusion

• The new Áspero is a fast, versatile, and multi surface race bike
• Updated slimmer profile
• Increased tire, and chainring clearance
• Clean integration for accessories
• 650b wheel size compatible
• Adjustable trail for consistent handling performance
• Accessible price points

Model Range

Rival XPLR AXS 1 – £5,200

SRAM Rival XPLR AXS, 12 speed groups

Cervélo All-Carbon, Tapered Áspero Fork

Reserve Caron 44/40 Wheelset

Cervelo finishing kit with carbon bar

GRX RX820 – £4,400

Cervélo All-Carbon, Tapered Áspero Fork

Shimano GRX 820 12 Speed Groupset (48/31T Chainset)

Fulcrum Rapid Red 300, Wheelset

Cervelo finishing kit

Apex XPLR AXS 1 – £4,200

SRAM Apex XPLR AXS, 12 speed Groupset

Cervélo All-Carbon, Tapered Áspero Fork

Fulcrum Rapid Red 300 Wheelset

Cervelo finishing kit with carbon bar

Apex XPLR 1 – £3,100

Cervélo All-Carbon, Tapered Áspero Fork

SRAM Apex XPLR, 12 speed

Alex Rms Boondocks Wheelset

Zipp Service Course/Cervelo finishing kit

GRX RX610 – £3,100

Cervélo All-Carbon, Tapered Áspero Fork

Shimano GRX 610, 2x 12 speed Groupset (46/30T Chainset)

Alex Rms Boondocks Wheelset

Zipp Service Course/Cervelo finishing kit

GRX RX610 1 – £3,000

Cervélo All-Carbon, Tapered Áspero Fork

Shimano GRX 610, 1x 12 speed Groupset

Alex Rms Boondocks Wheelset

Zipp Service Course/Cervelo finishing kit

Cube have just launched the all new Cube NuRoad Hybrid. The lightest and and most versatile Gravel eBike they were capable of building. Providing you with all the assistance and battery range to explore new, endless horizons without limit.

Wheelbase are stocking three models of the NuRoad, all built around Bosch’s lightweight Performance SX drive unit. Bosch’s lightest and most compact drive unit, providing all the power the rider would ever need at a minimal weight penalty. The SX drive unit is powered by Bosch’s CompactTube 400 Battery, delivering 400 watt hours at a featherweight 2kg.

The new frame is also PowerMore ready, having the capability to carry a +250Wh battery booster pack, meaning the only limit to you next gravel adventure is now the battery on your GPS!

The Cube NuRoad Hybrid Features:

Bosch CompactTube 400 Battery

Slim, integrated, compact and delivering 400 watt hours at a weight of only around 2 kilos, it’s a real energy powerhouse: The CompactTube 400 with innovative battery cell technology offers the highest energy density of all Bosch eBike batteries. This makes the extra-lightweight battery the ideal choice for a minimalist eGravel bike, such as the NuRoad, maintaining a nimble almost ‘analog’ feel in terms of bike handling characteristics due to it’s lightweight, whilst having the sleek appearance of a conventional bike.

Bosch Performance SX Drive Unit

With the NuRoad’s Power unit, the Bosch SX, muscle power and electric support work in conjunction and deliver top performance exactly when you need it. Aimed at rider looking for a more engaging and rewarding ride experience, the Performance SX is an excellent option for riders who want to push themselves a little more physically either on short sharp commutes or those looking to ride father and deeper into the backcountry without limitations. The Performance SX motor requires a slightly higher cadence to fully develop its power, but supports you willingly once it gets there.

C:62’s carbon Frameset

Each new NuRoad built around Cube’s premium C:62 Carbon Fibre. It really is a case of form meeting function in the elegant shape of the Nuroad Hybrid C:62’s carbon frame. Aesthetically it’s stunning, with a clean profile and organic curves. But Cube haven’t forgotten practicality, like incorporating clearance for tyres up to 50mm even with mudguards fitted. Or carrier mounting points at the rear and on the full carbon fork, for maximum bikepacking versatility. The real magic is in the carbon construction of the C:62 frame. With slightly less resin and  a denser carbon weave the frame has been optimised for stiffness where it’s required and compliance where it’s needed. SO you can be sure of rock solid power transfer from You legs and the drive unit through the chainstays into the wheel and onto the tarmac. Combined with all the vertical compliance you need in the seat stays and seat post to make those longer adventures a pleasure not a chore.

The carbon monocoque has the Bosch drive system’s control unit incorporated into the top tube, with a mini handlebar remote, and the frame is PowerMore-ready for a +250Wh battery booster pack. The seat clamp is hidden, there’s a direct mount lightweight chain guide, a flat mount kickstand interface, Boost rear end and UDH derailleur hanger. It certainly looks like Cube have ticked all the boxes. So which model will it be…

Cube Nuroad Hybrid C:62 SLT 400X 2024 – £6,499

For the gravel-riding perfectionist, the NuRoad Hybrid C:62 SLT takes things to the next level. We sweated every detail to create the best-equipped, lightest and most versatile gravel hybrid we could build. From the new Bosch SX drive unit to the C:62® carbon frame and electronic Sram Transmission, it’s ready for adventure.

SHIFT/ BRAKE LEVERS

Sram Force eTap AXS™

BRAKE SYSTEM

Sram Force eTap AXS™, Hydr, Disc Brake, Flat Mount (180/180)

REAR DERAILLEUR

Sram XX SL Eagle AXS™ Transmission, 12-Speed

CRANKSET

Sram XX Eagle™, 42T

CASSETTE

Sram XS-1297, 10-52T

CHAIN

Sram XX Eagle™ Transmission

CHAIN GUIDE

Reverse Flip-Guide E-Chain Guide, Direct Mount, I-Plate

WHEELS

WHEELSET

Newmen Advanced SL X.R.25, Carbon

TYRES

Conti Terra Speed, ProTection, 45-622

Cube Nuroad Hybrid C:62 SLX 400X 2024 – £4,499

A great gravel bike opens up new horizons – and the Nuroad Hybrid C:62 SLX opens up more than most. With its elegantly sculpted C:62® carbon frame, lightweight Bosch drive system and carefully selected components including electronic Sram 12-speed gears, it’s got adventure written all over it.

SHIFT/ BRAKE LEVERS

Sram Rival eTap AXS™

BRAKE SYSTEM

Sram Rival eTap AXS™, Hydr, Disc Brake, Flat Mount (180/180)

REAR DERAILLEUR

Sram GX Eagle AXS™ Transmission, 12-Speed

CRANKSET

e*thirteen Helix Race Alloy e*spec Crank, 42T

CASSETTE

Sram XS-1275, 10-52T

CHAIN

Sram GX Eagle™ Transmission

CHAIN GUIDE

Reverse Flip-Guide E-Chain Guide, Direct Mount, I-Plate

WHEELSET

Newmen Evolution SL X.R.25

TYRES

Schwalbe G-One Bite Evo, SuperGround, Kevlar, 45-622

Cube Nuroad Hybrid C:62 Race 400X 2024 – £3,599

There’s a whole world of gravel to explore, and the Nuroad Hybrid C:62 Race is the bike to take you there – and back. Lightweight Bosch motor technology, cutting-edge carbon frame design and careful component selection mean you can keep going when the tarmac stops.

SHIFT/ BRAKE LEVERS

Shimano GRX ST-RX820

BRAKE SYSTEM

Shimano GRX BR-RX820, Hydr, Disc Brake, Flat Mount (160/160)

REAR DERAILLEUR

Shimano GRX RD-RX822-SGS, 12-Speed

CRANKSET

ACID MTB Hybrid Pro, 42T

CASSETTE

Shimano SLX CS-M7100, 10-51T

CHAIN

Shimano CN-M7100

CHAIN GUIDE

Reverse Flip-Guide E-Chain Guide, Direct Mount, I-Plate

WHEELSET

Newmen Performance X.R.25

TYRES

Schwalbe G-One Allround, Kevlar, 45-622

Spec Highlights

Our clearance outlet is still open and packed full of EVEN MORE great deals right now! Here’s some of our best HIDDEN GEMS which we’ve pulled out of our huge Wheelbase virtual outlet store, helping you to save up to 37% on a brand new bike from the world’s leading brands…

Engineered to take you Further, Faster and For Longer.

Reserve are renown for their expertise in designing the best composite rims and constructing the most optimum Mountain Bike wheelsets on the market. In recent years Reserve have built upon their own knowledge of manufacturing a superbly compliant and durable wheel and collaborated with Cervélo when looking to develop, test and manufacture the most optimum Road Bike wheelset.

This partnership which utilises Cervélo’s understanding of how to develop an aerodynamic advantage and Reserve’s ability to construct compliance, strength and stiffness into a wheel has resulted in the ultimate road riding wheelset range!

The Unfair Advantage… Turbulant Aero Technology

The partnership between Cervélo and Reserve saw the introduction of ‘Turbulent Aero Technology’. A technology that accurately replicates the kind of wind conditions you experience day in and day out on your typical rides, but in a wind tunnel. For two years, the Reserve engineers travelled the US, mapping different types of wind conditions, and using the data to replicate real world conditions from shifting winds, changes in wind direction to alternating velocities to develop the fastest and most stable road wheelset available.

Learn more about Reserve’s ‘Turbulent Aero Technology’ here:

Developed and Tested on the World Stage

Perhaps the biggest step in the development of Reserve Road wheels has been as a result of their partnership with undoubtedly the best race team in the Pro Tour peloton. With athletes such as Jonas Vingegaard and Wout van Aert providing essential developmental feedback on Turbulent Aero Technology at the highest levels of competition, allowing the engineers to fine tune carbon construction and rim profiles for the perfect balance of comfort, efficiency and aerodynamics.

Reserve Make Rims and Build Wheels.

Reserve believe building the wheel is just as important as manufacturing the rim, and each wheel goes through a thorough human and machine-aided inspection before it gets put in the box. This process and inspection is the first and most important step in offering a lifetime warranty.

Lifetime Warranty

Reserve stands behind the wheels they make, if you break a wheel, they’ll send you a new one to keep you going. Even if you reverse over it with your car, they’ll arrange a low-cost crash replacement ASAP. This Reserve rider support is in effect for the lifetime of the wheel for the original owner, offering huge peace of mind.

Everyone at Reserve is a rider and they know that missing a ride is a huge disappointment, and missing a race can mean throwing away months of hard work, so they’ll do everything they can to ensure that never happens as a result of one of their wheels.

Reserve 34|37 Wheelset – The wheelset for everything you do on your road bike

The Reserve 34/37 is the wheelset for everything you ride on your road bike, designed to find that perfect balance between weight, stability and aerodynamics. It benefits from a wider, shallower front mixed with a narrower, taller rear wheel.

Developed in the wind tunnel and proven on the tarmac with professional race teams, the 34|37 provides quick acceleration and predictable handling. And with all the lateral stiffness and lightweight that comes with a Reserve the 34|37 offers outstanding performance when climbing.

There are no weight limits, no tire limitations, and can be set up tubeless or with tubes. The mixed profile front and rear setup of the 34|37 provides for maximum stability, lowest weight and optimized aerodynamics.

Key Features of the Reserve 34|37 Wheelset

Internally Reinforced

The Reserve 34|37 wheel set uses internally reinforced spoke holes to strengthen the area where the rim sees the most force, around the spoke nipple. This provides for improved strength without adding unnecessary weight.

No Fuss

The 34|37 is designed to be your no fuss climbing wheelset. There are no weight limits, no tire limitations, and can be set up tubeless or with tubes.

Mixed Profile

The mixed profile front and rear setup of the 34|37 provides for maximum stability, lowest weight and optimized aerodynamics.

The Big Trail has been a hit with the UK mountain bike press and trail riders alike. For good reason…

When developing this bike, Merida consulted their UK retailers and customer base in defining and delivering exactly what riders wanted from a fun-packed, capable hardtail. The riding scene in the UK is renown for a passion for their hardtail riding. So who better to develop a hardtail that can be the perfect companion for exciting trail sessions and demanding all-day rides over rough terrain.

The result of this collaboration… a hardail perfectly suited to to the demands of UK riding, in terms of geometry, ride quality and component specification. Now available for under £1k!

MERIDA BIG TRAIL 500 HIGHLIGHTS

• Modern trail bike geometry with long reach, slack head angle and steep seat angle
• 29er Specific
• 140mm RockShox Recon fork
• 1 x 11 Shimano Deore drivetrain
• Extremely low standover height paired with long travel dropper post
• Multiple fixing points for bottles, mudguards and other equipment
• Internal cable routing

Modern Trail bike geometry. The Big Trail 500 has a slack enduro inspired 65.5° head angle, steep seat angle and a long reach. A short seat tube delivers a low standover height giving plenty of space to manoeuvre on the bike when the trail gets technical but still accommodates a long travel dropper post.

RockShox Recon Silver RL 140mm Fork and Maxxis Dissector 2.4 Tyres. 140mm of travel with adjustable spring rate and low speed compression gives the rider all the tunability the maximise grip from the aggressive tread of the 2.4 Maxxis Dissector tyre.

1 x 11 Shimano Deore drivetrain. The Big Trail 500 features wide range 11spd Shimano Deore Drivetrain. Delivering super dependable shifting with every click and gear ratios that will let you hammer the singletrack and breeze the climbs.

Shimano Deore Crankset. With plenty of stiffness, the Deore crankset provides great power transfer and a top mounted chain guide keeps everything in check when the trail gets rowdy.

11spd Shimano Deore Rear Derailleur. Utilizing the Shimano Shadow RD+ design, the rear derailleur delivers consistent and quiet shifting performance over rough terrain, whilst the low profile design avoids damage from rock debris.

Tektro HD-M275 2 piston hydraulic disc brakes. Rock-solid performance and predictable braking control to make the most of the Big Trail’s capability combined with easy adjustment and maintenance.

Cervelo is now in the mountain bike arena with the ZFS range and with racing in their blood it’s no surprise that this bike is seriously quick!

The ZFS 120, as the name suggests, is the bigger brother of the World Cup ZFS-5; with 120mm of travel and a 66.6-degree head angle it’s designed to give you the extra confidence to push harder and ride faster. It’s a ‘Down Country’ speed machine.

We have two models of the Cervelo ZFS-5 120 now in stock with up to 24% OFF RRP.

FRAME: Carbon

FORK: Rockshox SID Select+

SHOCK: Rockshox SIDLuxe Select+ RL

GROUPSET: Sram GX Eagle AXS, 12 speed

BRAKES: Sram Level Bronze Stealth 4 Piston

WHEELSET: Race Face ARC w/DT Swiss 370

FRAME: Carbon

FORK: Rockshox SID Select

SHOCK: Rockshox SIDLuxe Select+ RL

GROUPSET: Sram GX Eagle, 12 speed

BRAKES: Sram Level Bronze Stealth 4 Piston

WHEELSET: Race Face ARC w/DT Swiss 370

Progressive but racy geometry. The ZFS-5 120’s 66.6 degree head tube angle delivers the precision steering and the confidence to let off the brakes when the track gets rough.

Flex stay single-pivot suspension. ‘Linkage Driven Single Pivot Flex Stay Suspension’ is simple with few moving parts and bearings. Light weight and easy to maintain. Tuned to be supple in the initial part of the stroke for grip and supported thereafter for an efficient pedalling platform.

T-Type transmission frame standard. Future proofed and rock solid. You don’t have to worry about you rear mech when slamming through rock gardens and laying down the power.

Threaded BB. Cervelo have kept it simple and sensible with a threaded BB shell, perfect for UK year round riding.

Dropper as standard. WIth a bike this fast and capable, a dropper is a must. The ZFS-5 comes equipped with the superb One Up Components V2 dropper.

Bigger Brakes. It’s inevitable that you’ll hit all the corners at mach 10, so Cervelo fitted 4 pots brakes in the form of a SRAM Level Bronze Stealth 4 Piston brakeset for when it’s time to throw out the anchors.

Whether you are riding XC, or hitting the local jump trail, the Laufey is ready. The slack, low slung geometry is designed for shredding but also provides a confidence-inspiring ride for those new to mountain biking.

Simply put, the Laufey is a bombproof hardtail, built to push the boundaries of your riding and put a huge smile on the face of every rider.

The Laufey has superb handling and composure when things get gnarly thanks to the frames tuned rigidity. Every tube has been carefully designed to offer the most fun, responsive ride possible.

But is doesn’t stop there! The flagship H-LTD model is fitted with top level components that really makes this bike excel on the toughest terrain…

Smooth, light, tunable and more capable than ever before. When it comes to a do-it-all trail fork the Fox 34 140 Performance is in a class of its own.

The Laufey H-LTD comes equipped with a full Race Face finishing kit.

The Shimano XT/SLX 12-speed groupset is the benchmark in drivetrain performance. Silky smooth, dependable shifting with a 51T cassette makes easy work of the climbs when winching back up to the top of your favourite descent.

The Laufey H-LTD has 2.6″ Maxxis Dissector tyres fitted to Race Face ARC 30 rims, providing all the traction and low rolling resistance you will need to keep your speed and adrenaline levels high.

The benefits of an electric bike are numerous and they appeal to many – for commuters they offer a fast and effortless way to get to work and for leisure cyclists they open up opportunities to ride further and more often. All major bike brands now offer a comprehensive range of electric bikes in a market which has quickly matured and now provides the consumer with a wide choice of powerful, dependable and efficient e-bikes.

An electric bike or ‘e-bike’ will help to make riding a bicycle more accessible, encouraging you to leave the car at home.

So what exactly is an e-bike?

An electric bicycle, or e-bike, looks just like a normal bike but with the addition of a motor and battery; this pedal-assist input helps drive the cranks round so that it enhances your pedaling input. Great for commuters and leisure cyclists, an e-bike offers a fast and effortless way to get to work or explore further afield at the weekends, without the need to get into your car.

Hills don’t need to be hard work with an electric bike! Suddenly you’ll be able to consider riding on more hilly terrain.

Cube Reaction Hybrid Pro 625 2024 RRP £2,799

How do electric bikes work?

Just like a conventional non-e-bike, an electric bike is propelled forward through the turning of the pedals. Electric motor systems offer varied levels of assistance, which are selected depending on your fitness levels, terrain and style of riding.

All electric bicycles sold in the UK will provide power assistance up to the legally defined speed limit of 15.5mph before the motor cuts out. The majority of e-bike motors are housed centrally around the bottom bracket with the system’s batteries neatly integrated into the frame’s downtube giving an overall appearance that’s very similar to a conventional non-e-bike.

Wheelbase stock the very best e-bike brands available, with these specialist manufacturers constantly innovating to produce increasingly light and agile e-bikes.  Over the past few years we’ve also seen manufacturers developing e-bike specific components such as wheels, tyres, forks and shocks which meet the unique demands and extra forces incurred from a typical e-bike drive system.

Electric bikes are great for travelling around the urban environment too; avoid heavy traffic and congested roads on an e-bike.

Cube Kathmandu Hybrid Pro 750 Easy Entry 2024 RRP £3,699

Motor systems

There are several options available when it comes to which motor powers your e-bike – with the Bosch and Shimano brands leading the way. Bosch’s popular Performance Line, Active Line and Cargo Line systems offer the perfect amount of pedal assist for touring, leisure riding and commuting when you’re more likely to be carrying a heavy load. Alternatively the Shimano Steps system features on many of the best e-bikes from the leading brands and features a decoupled motor for a more natural feel.

Each motor system’s power source comes from an internal battery which defines how much assistance goes through the pedals. Batteries vary in wattage from between 250, 500 and 750w, with a higher wattage providing the rider with more power and a greater ride-range. Battery efficiency and riding range will depend on the motor-mode you are riding in, the temperature, terrain and a whole host of factors; typically charging time from empty to full will take up to six hours.

Bosch produce a wide range of e-bike drive systems to suit different demands and are highly regarded within the cycling industry.

The Steps system from Japanese component brand Shimano features on many of  the best e-bikes from leading bike brands.

Cube Touring Hybrid Pro 625 Easy Entry 2024 RRP £2899

Leisure e-Bikes explained

Leisure e-bikes, sometimes referred to as Hybrid e-bikes remain the most common form of e-bike and are ideal for your daily commute, for touring and for general leisure riding with friends and family. Electric leisure bikes are renowned for being practical and comfortable, being able to eat up the miles with minimal effort. Leisure e-bikes such as the Cube Touring Hybrid and Cannondale Tesoro are packed with commuter friendly features like pannier mounts and mudguards, making them ideal for city riding and commuting. RIESE & MULLER produce a range of cutting-edge commuter and cargo e-bikes; these German engineered bikes take commuting and transportation via e-bike to the next level with bikes that are capable of carrying your weekly shop or ferrying the kids to and from school each day.

Specialist German e-bike brand Riese & Muller produce some ingenious cargo bikes capable of carrying all sorts including your kids!

Cube Editor Hybrid Pro RRP £2,499

Why should you invest in an e-bike?

As well as opening up new avenues for experienced cyclists, electric bikes offer an entry point to two-wheels for those who may have been previously put off from taking up cycling. With assistance from a motor, particularly over hilly terrain, an electric bike can help riders reach new levels of fitness and achieve goals previously considered unattainable. Electric bikes offer all of the freedom and benefits of cycling, but with a bit of extra assistance.

As an alternative to using a car for short journeys an e-bike is better for the planet; by commuting or going anywhere for that matter on an e-bike you’ll produce far lower amounts of Co2 pollution per kilometre than when you use a car or motorcycle.

Take advantage of the UK’s extensive cycle-lane network and leave the car at home.

Riese & Muller Charger 4 Mixte GT Vario 2023 NOW £3,859

Riese & Muller Transporter 65 Vario 2023 NOW £4,755

Another big driver for owning and commuting on an e-bike is affordability. After the initial investment you’ll see a significant cut in your weekly expenses; with fuel prices going up and the general cost of living ever increasing you’ll see your outgoing costs going down.

In the UK the average commute is only around 4 miles, generally the range on a fully charged e-bike is 18-50 miles so charging your e-bike once a week should be sufficient in making the charging costs negligible compared to fueling a petrol or diesel car. Just think of those potential savings next time you’re driving that short commute when you could be riding!

Compared to fueling a petrol or diesel car, charging your e-bike once a week, to cover approximately 18-50 miles, will significantly cut your weekly expenses.

CUBE Fold Sport Hybrid 500 2024 RRP £2,699

Eovolt Afternoon 20″ Folding Electric Bike 2023 RRP £2,199

Eovolt Afternoon 20″ Folding Electric Bike 2023 NOW £999

Then there’s the health benefits to consider; among many positive outcomes there’s the boost to your immune system, an increase to your metabolism as well as improved cardiovascular health. Beyond the outward-facing health benefits there’s the potential to improve your mental health, with plenty of evidence supporting the theory that regular exercise, less screen time and an immersion into the natural world all help to keep you feeling better on the inside too. e-bikes are a brilliant gateway to getting yourself fitter and being able to enjoy a more active lifestyle without some of the traditional barriers encountered when you consider riding a traditional non-e-bike; the very best part of this e-bike revolution is that it’s helping to make all forms of cycling more accessible and inclusive for everyone.

An electric bike will help you get out into the natural world, to explore further afield in confidence.