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Assembling your new bike is one of the most exciting tasks ever, we agree.

Dropper posts are a game changer for mountain biking, allowing you to have your optimal pedalling position for climbing and with a simple press of the lever, you can push the saddle down to slay the descents.

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The frequency you should get your bike serviced will vary depending on the frequency you ride it.

Your suspension components need to be serviced on a regular basis to keep working properly and also for consumer guarantee reasons.

A clean bike is a fast bike - we can’t stress this enough, keeping your bike clean is not only beneficial to your components lifespan and performance, it’s also good for morale.

Cleaning and maintaining your drivetrain might not be the most exciting task in the cycling world, but it sure is very important.

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Adjustments & Fit

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Correctly setting up the suspension is crucial for proper handling of your bike.

One of the most simple things you can do to your bike to improve the quality of your ride is checking and adjusting your tyre pressure periodically.

There are three main types of pedals, Flat Pedals, Mountain Bike Clipless and Road Clipless.

When browsing for your next bike you may sometimes consider the possibility of upgrading some parts in order to make the bike more suitable for your riding style.

Workshop Series

Beside being a lot of fun, bikes are also a way of transport that requires regular maintenance just like a motorbike or a car.

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Assembling your new bike is one of the most exciting tasks ever, we agree.

Ride your bike enough and you’ll understand the importance of performing a periodical safety check.

Welcome to the Workshop Series, today we’ll be guiding you through the rear derailleur adjustment for a mechanical, or cable activated groupset.

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Having a flat while out riding is never a good feeling, but if you master the tube replacement practice you’ll be able to get back on the road, or trail, in no time.

A lot has been discussed around tubeless tyres and how they can be beneficial for a number of reasons.

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In this article you'll find all technical information, including service instructions for your bike components.

Hardtail MTB

What size are the wheels? All cascade models (2, 3, 4) and frame size come with 27.

What size are the wheels? The Premier 4 and 5 come with 27.

What size are the wheels? The Syncline 2, 3 and 5 come with 27.

What size are the wheels? The Xtrada 5, 6 and 7 come with 27.

What size are the wheels? The Cleo 2 comes with 27.

What size are the wheels? The El Roy comes with 29" wheels.

What size are the wheels? The Pine Mountain series come with 29" wheels.

What size are the wheels? The San Quentin series comes with 27.

What size are the wheels? The Team series comes with 29" wheels.

What size are the wheels? The Bobcat Trail series come with 27.

What size are the wheels? The Bolinas Ridge series come with 27.

What size are the wheels? The Wildcat Trail series come with 27.

Dual Suspension MTB

What size are the wheels? The Siskiu D5 comes in 27.

What size are the wheels? The Siskiu D24 series comes in 24 inch wheels only.

What size are the wheels? The Siskiu T7 and T8 come in 27.

What size are the wheels? Across the entire Alpine Trail range you can expect a standard 29 inch wheel platform for all models.

What size are the wheels? Across the entire Rift Zone 27.

What size are the wheels? Across the entire Rift Zone 29 range you can expect a standard 29 inch wheel platform for all models.

What size are the wheels? The Rift Zone Jr comes in 2 different wheel sizes, 24 inch and 26 inch.

Road & Gravel

What riding style is this geometry intended for? Perfect for entry level road cyclists looking to take on their first Gran Fondo, conquer their first triathlon or get involved with their local riding group on casual endurance rides.

What riding style is this geometry intended for? This is a modern road bike with an accommodating endurance geometry for a more upright riding position.

What riding style is this geometry intended for? An upright commanding riding position to tackle rough gravel roads or city streets with a priority on stability and control How many gears does this bike come equipped with? A wide ranging drivetrain with variations across the range from 2x9spd to the latest 1x11spd Gravel Specific system from Shimano Are the wheels tubeless ready? The wheelset is ready to go tubeless when you'd like, all you need is some tyres and tubeless kit from our website and you can do the conversion at home.

What riding style is this geometry intended for? Long days on the saddle discovering new gravel trails just for the sake of exploring.

What riding style is this geometry intended for? All day touring off road or back country scenic roads How many gears does this bike come equipped with? 3x9spd wide ranging touring centric gear set Are the wheels tubeless ready? The wheelset is ready to go tubeless when you'd like, all you need is some tyres and tubeless kit from our website and you can do the conversion at home.

What riding style is this geometry intended for? An upright MTB based riding position for tackling both smooth and rough roads How many gears does this bike come equipped with? The Gaselt range offers bikes with 1x11spd drivetrains and also 2x8spd drivetrains at the entry level Are the wheels tubeless ready? The wheelset is ready to go tubeless when you'd like, all you need is some tyres and tubeless kit from our website and you can do the conversion at home.

What riding style is this geometry intended for? The Lombard has an upright position that's as at home commuting into the city as it is rolling round country lanes on the weekend How many gears does this bike come equipped with? 2x9spd drivetrain Are the wheels tubeless ready? Unfortunately these wheels are not tubeless ready because are built with durability in mind for riding off into the sunset where sealant top ups are not possible.

What riding style is this geometry intended for? The Nicasio has an upright position that's as at home commuting into the city as it is rolling round country lanes on the weekend How many gears does this bike come equipped with? There are several models that range in gear sets of 2x8spd to 2x10spd Are the wheels tubeless ready? Unfortunately these wheels are not tubeless ready because they are built with durability in mind where you might be hitting potholes or for riding off into the sunset where sealant top ups are not possible.

Path & Pavement

What size are the wheels? The Path Series features a 700c wheel size (29" diameter).

What size are the wheels? The Heist series comes with 700c (29 inch) wheels.

What size are the wheels? The Urbano comes with 20" wheels.

What size are the wheels? The Fairfax Series features a 700c wheel size (29" diameter).

What size are the wheels? The Muirwoods come with 700c wheel size (29" diameter).

What size are the wheels? The Presidio range comes with 700c wheels (29 inch).

What size are the wheels? The DSX series comes with 700c wheels (29 inch).

What size are the wheels? The Kentfield series comes with 700c (29 inch) wheels.

What size are the wheels? The Larkspur comes with 27.

E-Bikes

What is the main difference between the N8E and the THOK TK-01R? The main difference between the N8E and the THOK TK-01R is the frame.

What is the main difference between the T7E and the N8E? The main difference between the T7E and the N8E is the drivetrain.

What is the main difference between the T6E and the T7E? The main difference between the T6E and the T7E is the suspension.

The bike comes with 29x2.

What size are the wheels? The Path E comes with 27.

What size are the wheels? The Gili Velo comes with 20" wheels.

What size are the wheels? The Alpine Trail E series comes in a "mullet" configuration (27.

What size are the wheels? The Sausalito comes with 650b (27.

What is the best use for the THOK TK-01R? The THOK TK-01R is a great choice for riders who are looking for a high-performance E-MTB.

Kids Bikes

What size are the wheels? The Siskiu D24 series comes in 24 inch wheels only.

What age group is this bike intended for? This bike is intended for riders from 5-8yo.

What age group is this bike intended for? This bike is intended for riders from 7-12yo.

What age group is this bike intended for? This bike is intended for riders from 5-8yo.

What age group is this bike intended for? This bike is intended for riders from 7-12yo.

What size are the wheels? The Rift Zone Jr.

What age group is this bike intended for? This bike is intended for riders from 5-8yo.

What age group is this bike intended for? This bike is intended for riders from 7-12yo.

What age group is this bike intended for? This bike is intended for riders from 5-8yo.

What age group is this bike intended for? This bike is intended for riders from 7-12yo.

Dirt Jumpers & BMX

What size are the wheels? This model is fitted with 26 inch wheels.

What size are the wheels? This model is fitted with 20 inch wheels.

What size are the wheels? This model is fitted with 26 inch wheels.

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Cleaning & Maintaining your Drivetrain

Cleaning and maintaining your drivetrain might not be the most exciting task in the cycling world, but it sure is very important. After your brake pads and tyres, your drivetrain components are the fastest-wearing ones, and as the name suggests, it’s what drives your bike forward - pretty important.

So if you give your bike its deserved tender loving care and maintain your drivetrain clean and well lubricated you can rest assured it’ll last longer and provide you with a more enjoyable riding experience.

The tools needed for this job are: garden hose or water bucket, bike bike-specific (ideally biodegradable) degreaser, sponges and brushes, clean towels and chain lubricant.

DRIVETRAIN CLEANING GUIDE

As previously stated we want to keep our drivetrain components (chain, cassette sprockets and chainrings) clean and running smoothly. We’ve come up with this simple step-by-step guide to help you through the process.

If you’re taking the time to clean your drivetrain, we strongly recommend having a look at our Cleaning your Bike article before you start. You might find some useful tips on how to make the most of your time.

Find an open outside area where you can make a bit of a mess and prep the bike for it’s shower. If you have a bike stand you should use it, as it’ll make it easier to clean and lubricate all the moving parts.
Rinse the drivetrain down with clean water. Pro tip: If you don’t have a hose you can use your water bottle for that.
Generously apply the degreaser onto your chain, cassette and chainrings, and let it sit there for around 10 minutes. We also recommend cleaning your rear derailleur pulleys, or jockey wheels, while you’re at it.
Use the brushes and sponges to scrub all the components and repeat this step until you’re happy with the results. You may want to add a bit of degreaser to the equation here as well.
When you see the shine coming back to your components it’s time to rinse all the degreaser down and dry the components using the clean towels. At this point we recommend letting the bike sit (in the sun if possible) for 15-20m just so it dries completely.
Once you have a clean and dry drivetrain, it is time to lubricate your chain with chain lube and wipe down the excess. You may also want to lubricate all the moving parts, such as front and rear derailleurs and jockey wheels bushings.

DRIVETRAIN CARE

Riding your bike right after cleaning and properly lubricating your drivetrain feels like a dream, and you can prolong that dream by regularly wiping your chain down and applying chain lube. We recommend doing this every other week or so, for improved performance and longevity of the components.

And by now you have all the information needed to keep your drivetrain in tip-top conditions. Feel free to contact us in case you have any questions or concerns and happy riding!

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