St Kilda Cycles

  Nowadays biking isn't only limited to riding, people carry a lot of gear than they used to. A lot of planning for bike riding involves what paths to take, and what should be carried for long journeys. Tents for camping, food, stoves for cooking, bicycle gears and tools, and many such things that will be useful in the bike tourney are needed to be carried along. And for such things bags and panniers come in handy, that align with the bike and its rider.   Bicycle panniers are bags made for bikes. They are hung on the sides of the bikes. They usually come in pairs, so you can balance weight on both sides when you hang them. Better balance will give a steady ride experience. One of the best examples of such panniers i s Ortlieb Back Roller Panniers . Firstly, they are effortless to plug into the bike and removable with the same easiness. So one gets minimum time to arrange the pannier, and more time to enjoy cycling. Secondly, Ortlieb panniers are waterproof, which make...

  If you are planning to take your bike for long journeys, like cross-country rides, mountain trips at the corner of the city, or an extended weekend trip to the countryside, a touring bike can be your best buddy to get along with. Touring bikes can keep multiple water bottles via cages and is perfect to carry weight on racks and panniers. There are very less women-centric touring bikes, but there are unisex bikes available with their own specific features which suit both genders.   Let’s check out some important tips before purchasing touring bikes for women :   1)     Braking System: There are basic three categories of brakes installed in touring bikes, namely v-brakes, disc brakes and disc brakes with a hydraulic system. All three have different pricing. Hydraulic brakes are one of the most suitable options for bikes as they offer good halting power and control. The harsh part is their maintenance and it's brutal when they break down at place...

    Folding bikes are one of the most trendy things to opt for. It can be carried to places and gives a healthy habit. They can be placed easily in small places, like someone who rents a room in a city, doesn't need to worry about the safety of the bike as they can keep it inside their room in the folding state. They are useful in moving around in big cities, where it's allowed to carry bikes on public transport modes. Let’s see some of the ways you can use bikes in a fun way:   1)     Unique Gift: Foldable bike can be put in small spaces when packed. Even if you are planning to give them as a gift, they can be folded and packed properly, and come out as a good surprise for any age of people who love bike riding. They are available in multiple options like colours, the thickness of tires, material, etc. For any person who has limited space to keep things, or likes to move around the city, this can be a good gifting option for them on any special...

  A large part of the human world and its enterprises are regularly contributing to global pollution by the minute. More greenhouse gases are being produced and not much is being done to remove them on a large scale. But using foldable bikes can help you keep the environment healthy alongside keeping yourself fit. A lot of people are getting aware to keep themselves and the air healthy, and this is a great time to invest in buying foldable bikes.   Among the handful of good brands available , Birdy folding bikes in Australia h ave made a mark of their own. A lot of professionals like athletes, doctors, fitness lovers, naturalists, etc. recommend them for riding. But you need to weigh some factors before buying a bike for yourself. You would be aware hoe foldable bikes are better in some terms than normal bikes, but there are pros and cons for both. Let’s have a look at some of the factors about the know-how of getting and looking after a folding bicycle:   ➔ ...