Author: Sean Leckey

Introducing the Trek Checkpoint: A new foray into Gravel Riding

The all-new dedicated gravel road bike from Trek is now available.

Gravel bikes are very much on trend in the UK right now, you’ll struggle to find a bike manufacturer that doesn’t have at least one in their line-up and now Trek have joined the party with the Checkpoint. Versatile, rugged and adaptable – gravel bikes are for the rider looking to venture away from tarmac and explore new avenues.

The Checkpoint comes ready to roll with a wealth of adventure-ready features aimed at the rapidly-growing gravel scene, like adjustable Stranglehold dropouts, massive tyre clearance, and extra mounts that make it super versatile and easy to customise.

The geometry of the Checkpoint is comfortable for long rides and rough roads, but aggressive enough to provide the speed and ride-feel most gravel riders are looking for. Checkpoint features almost identical reach as the Boone cyclocross bike but with a slightly taller stack and lower bottom bracket. Chainstay length and wheelbase are the same on the Checkpoint and Boone.

Carbon models feature the same Rear IsoSpeed decoupler found on the Domane for additional comfort over rough roads, along with Control Freak internal cable routing. There are mounts all over the Checkpoint, with room to fit three bottles in the main triangle and an additional bottle mount under the down tube. Rear and fork mounts make plenty of room to carry luggage and clearance for up to 45mm tyres mean exploration can be taken onto the gnarliest roads.

There are seven models in the Checkpoint range with the entry point being the ALR 4 at £1450 and the top of the line SL 6 at £3400. Each of the Trek Checkpoint models are now available in-store and to order online for store collection.

Join us for the Wheelbase Spring Classic Cycle Sportive, Sunday March 25th.

The event starts and finishes from Wheelbase in Staveley and there are two great routes to choose from. The long course is 56 miles and the short course which is 34 miles, both routes have been designed to include an early timed hill climb on the A6 and then there is a second climb on Shacklabank, with prizes available! The fastest male and female up the climb will receive a riders jersey and the title King / Queen of the Mountain. The long route is supported with an optional food and hot drink stop in Sedbergh, but don’t get too comfy, it’s a bit ‘lumpy’ on the way back and you wouldn’t want to stop for too long and let your legs to go to sleep. There’s great scenery as we visit the Howgills, Sedbergh, Dent and Barbon Valley, so make sure you join us for a great day out on the bike! To read more and enter go here: http://www.epicevents.co.uk/cycle-sportives/wheelbase-spring-classic.html

PUSH THE LIMITS AND HIT THE TRAILS WITH THE NEW RANGE OF MTB’s FROM FROG.

Frog have designed a collection of lightweight aluminium mountain bikes for kids and teens that come equipped with quality components and a rider specific frame and fork. Each of the three models in the range come with lockout and compression control suspension forks that work in line with rider weight to achieve ultimate performance and all-round fun.

The lightweight frames makes climbing a doddle and hydraulic disc brakes give super smooth downhill control, while the suspension forks increase comfort over rough terrain.

The three models in the Frog MTB range are:

MTB 62

This 24” wheel junior mountain bike is the ideal multi terrain bicycle for off-road cycling and suitable for 8-10 year olds with a minimum inside leg measure of 62cm.

Wheel: 24” inch

– Lightweight but sturdy frame
– Frog Bikes junior specific 24″air suspension fork with lockout and damping control
– Lightweight oversize handlebar and stem
– Easy-reach junior specific hydraulic brakes
– Shimano rapid-fire 9 speed shift lever
– Patented Frog cranks for easier pedalling
– Quick release seat post for easy height adjustment
– Kenda MTB tyres
– Free 5 year warranty on frame

MTB 69

This 26” wheel junior mountain bike is the ideal multi terrain bicycle for off-road cycling and suitable for 10-12 year olds with a minimum inside leg measure of 69cm.

Wheel: 26” inch

– Lightweight but sturdy frame
– Frog Bikes junior specific 26″air suspension fork with lockout and damping control
– Lightweight oversize handlebar and stem
– Easy-reach junior specific hydraulic brakes
– Shimano rapid-fire 9 speed shift lever
– Patented Frog cranks for easier pedalling
– Quick release seat post for easy height adjustment
– Kenda MTB tyres
– Free 5 year warranty on frame

MTB 72

This 26” wheel junior mountain bike is the ideal multi terrain bicycle for off-road cycling and suitable for 13+ year olds with a minimum inside leg measure of 72cm.

Wheel: 26” inch

– Lightweight but sturdy frame
– Frog Bikes junior specific 26″air suspension fork with lockout and damping control
– Lightweight oversize handlebar and stem
– Easy-reach junior specific hydraulic brakes
– Shimano rapid-fire 9 speed shift lever
– Patented Frog cranks for easier pedalling
– Quick release seat post for easy height adjustment
– Kenda MTB tyres
– Free 5 year warranty on frame

The bikes are in stock now at our Lake District store and also available to order online.

Come and celebrate St Patrick’s day with us at The Eagle & Child.

After an exhilarating day at our MTB big demo we’ll be heading to The Eagle & Child for some quality Irish music and some cracking drinks offers.

For full details of the evening head over to their website.

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WINTER SALE – GET READY FOR A BIG YEAR WITH SAVINGS UP TO 50%

Our winter sale has started and we have a great selection of bikes on offer at fantastic prices. We’ve picked some of the best offers for a bike to ride in 2018.

Focus Cayo Tiagra

Was £1399 – NOW £899

Key Features

• UCI approved stiff and light carbon frame.
• Full Shimano Tiagra groupset.
• Concept EX seatpost and stem.

Focus Cayo 105 Disc

Was £1999 – NOW £1199

Key Features

• Shimano 105 groupset with SR685 hydraulic disc brakes.
• Light carbon disc frame and fork.
• R.A.T. thru axle system.

Cervelo C5 Dura-Ace

Was £6199 – NOW £3299

Key Features

• Endurance engineered carbon frame with integrated disc brakes.
• Shimano Dura-Ace groupset with Rotor 3D+ chainset.
• Clearance for up to 32mm tyres.

Cervelo R3 Ultegra Disc

Was £4199 – NOW £2350

Key Features

• Full carbon frame and fork with integrated disc brakes.
• Shimano Ultegra groupset with FSA SLK chainset.
• HED Ardennes tubeless ready wheels.

 

Genesis Equilibrium Disc 10

Was 1249 – NOW £799

Key Features

• Robust Chromoly frame with carbon fork.
• Shimano Tiagra groupset with TRP HY-RD mechanical-hydraulic brakes.
• 28C tyres and full SKS P35 mudguards included.

Specialized Rhyme FSR Expert Carbon

Was £4450 – NOW £2225

Key Features

• Fact 9m carbon chassis with M5 alloy rear end.
• 6Fattie trail geometry with 29mm-wide Royal Traverse wheels.
• Mix of best performing components from Sram and Shimano.

Specialized Rhyme FSR Comp Carbon

Was £3400 – NOW £1700

Key Features

• Fact 9m carbon fibre frame.
• 6Fattie trail geometry with 29mm-wide Royal Traverse wheels.
• SWAT door system for carrying trail essentials.

Whyte 905

Was £1750 – NOW £1399

Key Features

• Sram GX 1 by 11 groupset.
• WTB wide rims with high volume tyres for ‘trail control’.
• BBX internal cable routing.

These bikes are just a select few from what we have on offer, for our full range of sale bikes click here.

Bookings are now live for the 2018 Jenn Ride – a weekend of bikepacking and adventure cycling in the Lake District.

In memory of Jenn Hill, the event runs every year from our store in Staveley and this year there are three routes to choose from depending on your experience and fitness. The weekend kicks off on the Friday evening at the Hawkshead Brewery with beer and pizza and folk sharing tales of adventure.

First thing Saturday morning riders will head out onto their chosen route – either the 200 km, 100 miler or the new for this year 50 mile route. The 200 km route is for the seasoned adventure cyclist and just about circumnavigates the entirety of the Lake District National Park. The 100 mile route should not be underestimated as it traverses some of the finest scenery and most challenging terrain in the South Lakes. New for this year is a 50 mile route which offers an introduction to those looking to dip their toes into the world of bikepacking, packed with rewarding views and vast mountain expanses.

Proceeds raised from the event will go to the Adventure Syndicate Our Schools Project and St Gemmas Hospice. Bookings are through Eventbrite and entries are now open.

Focus have expanded their e-Mountain bike range with the introduction of the SAM² enduro bikes.

Designed with the most demanding Alpine terrain in mind, the SAM² bikes are equipped with 170 mm travel and a Focus Optimised Linkage Design chassis. The compact Shimano E8000 motor combined with a Focus battery fits seamlessly into the agile, aggressive geometry.

Key Features:

• Full suspension with Focus Optimised Linkage Design (F.O.L.D.).
• Enduro ready with added power.
• 170 mm travel.
• Compact Shimano E8000 motor.

The three models within the range are:

Focus Sam2

£4399

Focus Sam2 LTD

£3999

Focus Sam2 Pro

£6699

Click here to discover our full range of Focus e-Bikes.