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We're all a bit guilty of looking in the same places every time we go shopping. We know what we like and we like what we know, which  makes a sometimes difficult process that little bit easier. But every now and then it's fun to have a look around and find something new, and here we have four really cool, offbeat brands available on Freewheel

Cycle to Work day is the UK’s biggest cycle commuting event. It’s pretty well summed up by its title; one day where instead of your usual commute you do it by bike instead (or if you already do it by bike, then you carry on as normal). 

It’s not a day just for super keen roadies, or hardcore mount

Keeping your bike working properly from home isn't that hard, but it doesn require a little bit of work. Whether that's maintenance or prevention, spending some time looking after certain details will mean that you bike stays on the road performing as it should for as long as possible. We've gathered a few more of Park Tool's fantastic videos here

Look after your bike and your bike will look after you

If you fancy a holiday that combines camping, a bit of adventure and bikes, then bikepacking might be exactly what you're looking for. It doesn't have to combine all those things, of course (although bikes are a bit of an essential) because bikepacking can take whatever shape you want it to. Either way, if you're thinking of going all in for a bikepacking

Usually in cycling when something big changes it costs you a lot of money to be an early adopter. That’s just how things work. In fact it’s not just cycling. You want the latest iPhone? That’ll be cash money, please. How about the new Playstation? You better have deep pockets. 

Upgrading your bike isn't always about spending loads of money or giving it a full overhaul. There are plenty of ways to improve your bike or make the ride feel better and it can start from something as seemingly simple as a new set of bar tape or replacing worn shift cables. 

While it's tempting and exciting to buy a whole new groupset