While there are quite literally no limits to what is possible with a Project One build (and correspondingly no limit to the bill at the end), that really isn’t the whole story here. Project One could be the easiest and most cost-effective way to your next bike. Read More
On paper, sure – it’s just a bicycle with a battery and motor tacked on. Naysayers even call it cheating. In practice, however, it’s a little bit more than just that. Once you’re thinking on the e-bike’s wavelength, doors really start opening. Read More
If the last year has been good for anything, it’s been good for getting more people onto bikes. Whether you’re a new convert or you’ve recently returned to two wheels, you may have heard about our shop rides but are yet to take the plunge and join us. Well, here’s why you should – and hopefully the answers to any queries you might have too! Read More
We are super excited to be stocking the V and R range from Vielo here at Richmond Cycles. Read on and we'll take you through what Vielo are all about, and why you should be excited too! Read More
When it comes to new bike day, it's important to find the right bike for you and your type of riding! This only gets more important when buying a custom built bike as you have much more freedom and control over every little part of the bicycle which accumulates to completely change the way the bike feels and behaves. We are often asked "What is the best bike you sell?" The fact is there is no one bike that is the best for every person, yes some bikes may be higher spec than others but it's all about matching the bike to your own needs. So we caught up with our shop manager Jake to talk about all things custom bikes, what you need to think about and some key questions when thinking about purchasing a new custom bike. Read More
The rise in gravel culture across the UK and Europe has become ever more tempting to road cyclists over the past years. With brands launching, developing and then re-launching gravel-specific products to ensure they’re ahead of the curve, we truly are spoilt for choice when taking ourselves off the beaten path. Read More
The sun is shining, we are dusting off our kit and getting excited for warmer rides. With the advent of Spring we wanted to shed some light on the Enigma range we have here at Richmond Cycles. Perfect for your road or gravel adventures this spring! Read More
Bikepacking is becoming increasingly popular, especially this past year where we have been limited somewhat as to where we can travel. More and more people are hoping on their bikes, using pedal power, and exploring what their local areas have to offer! We caught up with Jake to chat through his bike packing essentials so you can set off on your next adventure well prepared! Read More
Did you know Richmond Cycles has its own range of branded Richmond Cycles kit? We interviewed our very own founder Richard to get a little more info on the inspiration behind the design! Read More
Each month our team at Richmond cycles will be selecting our feature bike. A bike we feel deserves the spotlight! This month we have the All City Zig Zag. Read More
Tier 1-2-3, you can still ride outside. So time to be outdoors, grab your bike and start counting those winter miles. You'll thank us in the spring! Read More
Born from a love of bike packing travel adventure Wizard Works is one of our team's favourite product. Fun, clever and great quality little bags, what we love most is their versatility and technical features. Read More
Stuck with what to get for your cycling friends? The team at Richmond Cycles has compiled a list of the most popular gift items we have in the store. Read More
Mechanic Adam from the Richmond Cycles store teaches you bike maintenance, with what product to use to keep your bike sparkly clean this winter and to ensure you keep on rolling into spring. Read More
Cynthia and Sabina from La Ciclista in Sheen borrowed a Trek Allant+ from us for a week in exchange for ditching their car. Here's what happened. Read More
Are you stood in front of your wardrobe, wondering what to wear for your winter ride? Find out in this article how to dress efficiently to ensure you're at the right temperature. Read More
The team at Richmond Cycles have put together two routes to get you to your workplace safely. Read More
Join the Richmond Cycles Community by wearing our very own branded kit. Read More
Here's 5 items and tips to make sure you keep up your commute through the coming months. Read More
If you're preparing your next gravel adventure, here's some top tips from our team to make sure you have the right gear for your wilderness exploration. Read More
In the current climate we all need a little bit of adventure and escapism. Our team share their 4 favourite gravel rides around the Richmond area to give you that sense of wilderness. Read More
Introducing Benno, the best Etility e-bike in the cargo market. Versatile and reliable, Benno is the right bike for city and country living alike. Read More
There is no doubt that Zwift has saved us during Lockdown. Even now when we can go out to exercise more, and pop by one of two of our favourite cake stops, it is still going out for a solo ride. On Zwift we can, sort of, be in it together. But there is a price to pay... Read More
While most of us are still working from home, and some of us are juggling said work with the joys of home schooling, this is the perfect opportunity to get your kids on their bikes. Read More
As Sadiq Khan announces plans for car-free zones in London, Tom Jessup makes the case for commuting by e-bike. Read More
Trek understands the value of a local independent bike shop and so their policy is not to sell bikes direct to customers online, it's why we love them. However this is not normal times and you can now order online with Trek using a 'click & collect' option which now includes free home delivery. Read More
Up and down the country, for over 100 years, there have been strong links between cycling clubs and their local bike shops. Has the advent of online retailers put a stop to that, or does the club/shop connection have a place in today’s world? Read More
