Bikes explained in plain English.
Helping cyclists understand how their bike works — so they can walk into the shop informed, not intimidated.
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Featured explainer
Bottom Bracket
The bearing set the cranks spin on, hidden inside the frame.
Read the full explainer →No jargon
Everything is written like a mechanic explaining it over a cup of tea — no acronyms left undefined.
UK-focused
Rough fitted prices in pounds, and advice that matches British roads, weather and bike shops.
Informed, not sold to
We're not here to flog parts. Just to help you understand before you spend a penny.
