There are many things to look for when buying a used bicycle. This article attempts to cover 3 essential things to take into account. 1. What type of Bicycle? Firstly, decide what type of bicycle you want. For example, it could be a mountain bike or just an ordinary road, or racing bike. You may…
With bicycle theft being an increasing problem, there are a number of effective strategies to make it difficult for stolen bikes to be sold in the second-hand market. Once stolen, many bicycles end up illegally available for sale on the street or online. It is important that you know what to look for to avoid…
“A woman needs a man like a fish needs a bicycle.” – Irina Dunn The 1890s was marked by an obsession with bicycles given that it was a new technology at the time. More than two million bicycles were sold in 1897 alone. This has inevitably shocked both economic and social foundations. But most importantly, this new…
Remember what it felt like riding a bicycle for the first time? It is often said that people never forget that very first experience on a bicycle. It is just like the beginning of new friendship. Most of us whilst growing up had stabilizers fitted to our bicycles to assist with us with balancing. Soon…
“The bicycle is a curious vehicle. Its passenger is its engine.” – John Howard Bicycles are without a shadow of doubt a mechanical masterpiece. This ingenious invention can support as much as 10 times its own weight. The term bicycle appears to date back to 1860s in France. However, finding out the history and who is behind…
