Sunday, 31 August 2025

Review: MTB Cycling SPD Shoes from FOTGROY

So my old MTB cycling shoes have been wearing out for the past year or so but never saw anything I liked. While searching on Amazon it came across these. I wasn’t so sure about the sizing as I’ve heard sizing with cycling shoes can be an issue but just got the biggest men’s size and took a leap of faith.

Sunday, 17 August 2025

Review: Brompton Puncture Pouch & Multi-tool - 16inch wheel version

While surfing looking for new things to get for The Brompton BumbleBee SE.

As any half decent cycle rider would always have a puncture repair kit with them at all times I thought I’d give new to me Brompton Puncture Pouch & Multi tool repair kit a try.

Sunday, 3 August 2025

Review: Ergon GA3 Grips Mellow Yellow

Thanks to Brilliant Bikes we have our first upgrade to the Brompton BumbleBee Special Edition affectionately known as “N+1”

The ergonomic shape fits the contours of the hand and significantly reduced arm pump on long trails whilst the wing provides support to ensure the correct hand position preventing aches and pains.

    • Carbon friendly CNC Aluminium clamps
    • Replaceable bar end plugs
    • Weigh approx 135g per pair

Super soft rubber compound for outstanding grip 

Increased contact face for optimised hand position to reduce aches

Uses: Trail riding, cross country, MTB-touring

Lock on clamp made from forged aluminium / CNC machined