WHEELBASE x RAPHA Buying Guide Rapha divides its cycling apparel into different collections, each designed for specific riding styles and conditions. At Wheelbase we stock items from the Pro Team and Core Clothing Ranges as well as lots of Accessories.   Pro Team For Performance & Racing   Best for: Competitive riders, high-intensity training, racing...

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Power Meets Control What is the Bosch CX Gen5? The Bosch CX Generation 5 is the latest (and 5th) e-bike motor in Bosch’s Performance Line series. It’s compact, lightweight and powerful, designed for trail and mountain biking with impressive torque and efficiency. Equally as impressive in providing assistance to leisure bikes, like the Cube Kathmandu....

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Commuting by bike is an excellent way to incorporate exercise into your daily routine, save money on transportation, and reduce your carbon footprint. However, to make the most of your commuting experience, it’s crucial to equip your bike with the right accessories. Whether you’re a seasoned cyclist or new to bike commuting, this guide will...

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Gravel bikes are gaining popularity due to their versatility, comfort, and ability to handle various terrains. They’re not just for gravel, Gravel bikes are versatile bikes designed to handle a variety of terrains, making them ideal for riders who want to explore both paved and unpaved roads. At Wheelbase we are big fans of the...

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Burgtec is renowned for its high-quality mountain bike components rather than being a bike brand itself. They specialise in manufacturing durable and performance-enhancing parts that cater to the needs of mountain biking enthusiasts, particularly those involved in enduro and downhill riding. We are a big fan of Burgtec at Wheelbase so thought it would be...

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Introduction to Abus Locks Abus is a renowned brand known for manufacturing high-quality locks that provide security for a wide range of applications, including bicycles, motorcycles, homes, and businesses. This guide will help you understand the different types of Abus locks and how to choose the right one for your needs. At Wheelbase we have...

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If you’re new to mountain biking then choosing the right bike can seem daunting. With so many manufacturers, models, types and sizes available the options may appear endless. Broadly speaking, a mountain bike or MTB is a bike designed to be ridden off-road on trails and bridleways. In our mountain bike guide we’ll look at...

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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, an e-bike offers a fast and effortless way to get to work even when carrying a load....

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Everyone remembers their first bike – that first ride and that feeling of freedom. From early-years balance bikes to trail-ready mountain bikes, kids’ bikes are all about building confidence and having fun. Equipped with child friendly components, wheels and size specific frames, there are bikes for kids of all ages – from toddlers through to...

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Modern road bikes have evolved to be versatile machines capable of many different styles of riding. Road bikes can be used for racing, long social rides, boosting fitness, commuting to and from work or heading out on mixed-terrain adventures. It’s not unusual to see road bikes split into such sub-categories as ‘race’ ‘aero’ and ‘endurance’...

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Gone are the days when a session on the indoor turbo trainer meant staring at a cold brick wall in the garage while cranking out max efforts based on perceived exertion alone. Now an indoor cycling experience can be as immersive as riding your favourite roads alongside hundreds of fellow (virtual) riders. It’s long been...

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With such an expansive range of lights available to cyclists, we can confidently ride all year round through the darkest nights and gloomiest mornings. To keep riding throughout the winter it’s important to have the right lights for the right occasion. Bike lights can generally be broken down into three categories; commuting, road riding and...

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