Buying Guides

Saddles are often overlooked when it comes to riders accessorising their bikes, however a well fitting saddle will not only minimise pain and discomfort, it can increase your performance as well. A flat saddle is ideal for speed on the road, while wide, more padded saddle is ideal for mountain bikes.

The type of pedals you’ll require predominantly depends on what type of riding you’ll be doing. Road, Mountain and BMX riding will all call for different styles of pedals to get the most out of your bike. Here’s an overview of the different types of pedals commonly used on road, mountain and bmx bikes:

The grips on your Mountain or BMX bike play an important role in reducing the impact felt when going over uneven terrain. Poor fitting, or heavily worn grips can lead to discomfort and long term pain if not replaced so if your grips have seen better days, here’s what you’ll need to know: Mountain bike & BMX grips come in 3 common types;

Cleats are the parts that connect your cycling shoes to your clip-less pedals. Cleats can improve pedaling efficiency by at least 10% and keep your skeletal structure more in line with your feet, so your knees and hips can catch a break.

There are four main types of brakes on the market, and they all offer great stopping power for different types of riding. V-Brakes have long arms that bolt to the fork, disc brakes are discs that attach to the hub, while Caliper brakes use the rim as the contact point for the brake pads.

Having the right parts and gear on your BMX bike can make all the difference, whether you’re at the skatepark or riding street or other terrain. They can also be a way to add your personal style in your bike, with parts available in a rainbow of colours.

Handlebar design and dimensions are integral to how your bike handles and ultimately, how well it fits you. Bikes will generally come with handlebars of the appropriate size and shape, however, an upgrade can give you that extra performance edge.

Nutrition is a critical part of any kind of physical training, regardless of your performance level. The choices you make every day about what and how much to eat are amplified when those choices directly impact sport performance, training, and recovery. Cycling is no exception. Those in training have huge energy demands and may need to eat up to 8 times throughout the day.

Cycling headwear sits under your helmet to keep you cool, warm, dry, protected, and comfortable. They are generally tight-fitting to fit well under a helmet, and have features for specific seasons. Cycling hats generally have small visors that keep the sun out of your eyes.