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* CHALLENGE
EVENTS ALL RESULTS
*
 Here
you can still check-out the results.
The
results are for both the 'road-ride' &
'mountain bike' ride events.
See
how you and your fellow mates did, maybe you
managed to beat one of them?
Thank
you for taking part in the 'Challenge
events' over the years, maybe more to come?
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* FREE
INTERACTIVE ROUTE MAPPING
*
Check-out
our FREE cycle routes section. (Outside
website, not run by Bicyclemania)
The
trailfinders have been busy plotting routes
for all types of riders.
There
could be a cycle route for you!.
Find
your cycling trail and download to a gps
device with all the information.
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* OUR
ADVENTURES
*
Check-out
our cycling adventures section.
The
team riders and trailfinders have competed
in a shed load of events over the years.
From
World cup events to local charity rides,
we've had a bash at just about all of
them.
We've
listed the adventures & events we
have been to, maybe see you at the next
one?.
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*
U.K.
MOUNTAIN BIKING TERRAINS *
Find
out what the lay of the land is like for
your big ride.
It'll
be hard pedalling in a soggy bog ..!
See
how the terrain is after heavy rain.
Will
it be well drained or a complete and utter
mud bath?.
Choose
the best areas to ride at the right time of
year.
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TEN GREAT HILL
CLIMBS ON AND OFF ROAD *
Britain's
geography is quite
modest compared to
the Pyrenees or the
Alps.
But only in
terms of elevation,
the climbs in
themselves are often
steeper.
What ever
you encounter on your cycle trip its
always good to tick of that big climb.
Here are
ten of Britain's best climbs to test
yourself against, on road and off road.
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* TOP TIPS *
OK.
go racing, team mechanic's give tips on how
to get the edge!.
Do's
and don'ts of the games tips help you ride a
whole lot better...!
If
you have a good tip, sharing it with us &
get it posted on the site.
e-mail
use
at
info@bicyclemania.co.uk
Subject heading:
'Bicyclemania my tip'
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*
BEGINNERS
*
There
are 20
million
cycles in
ownership in
the UK & the
numbers are
rising.
If
you've just
bought
number 20
million and
one, you're
on the right
track.
Check-out
some of the
cycling
myths.
Buy
the right
size framed
bicycle.
Also
know where
to ride and
stay legal
with those
landowners
and the boys
in blue!.
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THE A 2 Z OF
CYCLING TERMS
*
Every
specially has its own language & cycling is
no exception!
Learn
a few of these names and
terms about cycling.
Rear
triangle
> seat-stays
and the
chain-stays,
or the
back end
of the
bike.
You'll understand a cycle-mad friend or
bike shop sales person is
talking about !.
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STUFF
EXPLAINED
*
A few pages on 'Stuff Explained', bike parts, fork, full suspension, hardtail & discs.
Prof Fatwhippet was banging on all about rotor
size, brake forces and fork travel & stuff.
Hopefully
some of the information maybe of help to you.
Always
do more research if you are adding parts to
a bicycle, to check on suitability.
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MTB SUSPENSION
DESIGNS
*
There are many
mountain bike rear
suspension designs.
Guess
what, they all have slightly different
qualities too.
We
have listed a few of the best with there
good and not so good points.
Compare
the designs and see which you would go for?.
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FIX IT
*
Oh
dear, got a
niggling
little
problem with
the mountain
bike.
Check-out
the sections on the 'FIX IT' pages, maybe
they will help
out.
Fault
finders and
maybe
remedies too
Sections
on cranks,
bars, stems,
front
mech, rear
mech and
disc brakes
plus more.
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TUBELESS
TYRES INFO
*
Tubeless
tyre technology is better than regular tyres
and tubes, or is it?.
Fact.!
you
must
run
higher
pressures
in
tubeless
tyres to get the same level of
support.
What
is UST?.
Check-out
the info in this tubeless tyre section.
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GET RACE
READY *
So
you've been out on your bike riding mostly
short distances for some time.
Now
you'd like to try something a little more
adventurous.
Around
the country there are a number of organized
longer events to choose from.
From
about 30km up to 100km plus, mostly for
cycling related companies & charities.
Read
our tips on how to improve your riding
fitness.
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MARATHON
RIDING TIPS
*
Some
of you
mountain
bikers may
be new to
this sort of
event & some
not.
It
is a race,
... but not
a race! ...
Its all
about pacing
oneself to
go the full
distance.
You
can enter as a solo rider, or as a
team, good preparation is the key to
success.
The
following tips
should give you a
good idea of what to
do to enjoy a
marathon event.
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CYCLING KIT
LIST *
What should
I pack?.
What will I
need for a
long or
short trail
ride?.
Some tips on
riding
safely.
Should I
pack my
suit, 2
spare tubes
plus tea pot?.
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CYCLING SUN - SPOTS *
Escape the
winter
blues..!
Check-out
what the
other
countries
have on
offer!.
All those
lovely
biking
trails just
waiting for
you and your
mates!.
Easy, Medium
or hard, you
choose beach
or trails?.
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A TO Z OF CYCLING TERMS *
What's
what in the mountain bike cycling world?.
Every
speciality has its own language, and
mountain biking / cycling is no exception.
Learn
a few of these names and
terms about cycling.
You'll understand what a cycle-mad mate or
shop sales person is
actually talking about.
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ACHES AND
PAINS *
Cycling isn't always problem free, especially
when you're just starting out.
Here are some
aches and pains you might encounter, and ways to
deal with them.
Remember
to always
consult a
doctor if
the symptom
persists.
Should
I keep on
biking and
not be a
total
pussy?.
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YOUR BODY *
See
if you can get yourself into tiptop cycling
shape.
Maybe
for that long distance epic trail or just to
cycle for longer and faster.
Check
out the pages for some health tips.....
Turn
that fat lard lump into a lean mean hungry
racing machine.
Or
just see your ass and hit the trails anyway.
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TRAILSIDE FIRST AID *
It's
only common sense that you should have some
understanding of first-aid.
Know
the basics, and how to spot someone who may
need your helping hand.
Groups
of riders stand a bigger
chance of crashing into each
other.
Why
not learn some of the basic first-aid tips,
you never know it may one day save a life.
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BUYING A NEW
BICYCLE *
Know
what you want, if you're a downhill rider
don't buy a hardtail.
The
golden rule is always shop around, and don't
pay the ticket price. (Haggle)
Last
years models can be a lot cheaper, buy when
new models come out in the shops.
Good
deals may mean the bicycle is down - spec's
or shop builds.
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BUYING A
SECOND-HAND
BICYCLE *
Do
your homework and check-out the market
values.
Try
and find out about history of the item you
are buying / bidding for.
Be wary of ownership, is it a too good to
be true amazing deal / sale of the century.
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ADD YOUR WEBSITE *
Link
up with us and spread the
word about your website.
It's
all FREE, just sign up and
wait for agreement and then
get listed.
Bear in mind a website
should be cycling related. (Were open to the weird &
wonderful)
Please
add a web-link
to our site too. (Or we'll
come & ride over your front
lawn)
Websites
could be deleted at any time
without owners permission. (But
we doubt it)
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