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In this blog, we explore ten common bike issues we often see, all of which could have been easily avoided. Bikes are meant to be enjoyed, but small, preventable problems

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As a triathlete, balancing swimming, running, and cycling requires well thought out training. When the weather doesn’t cooperate, or time constraints prevent long outdoor rides, the turbo trainer is your

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As a cyclist, your bikes are not only a mode of transport, they are also an essential part of your way of life. Unfortunately, with the rise in bike thefts

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Swapping the chilly, rain-soaked roads of the UK for sun-kissed skies, smooth pavement, and endless trails is every cyclist’s dream. While jetting off with your bike should be a breeze,

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Lesson 1 – it’s amazing what you get if you ask nicely So I’ve brought a couple of prominent US YouTube MTB types over to Scotland for a big riding

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I was recently at the Malverns Classic bike festival where as well as racing, exhibitors, trials demonstrations, dirt jump competitions, balance bike racing, dodgems, and live music, there is also

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Meet Kate, a passionate cyclist whose insurance experience with Pedal Cover turned a stressful situation into a seamless and supportive process. Dive into her story and learn why Pedal Cover

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Whether it’s golf, running, tennis or cycling, we will always be force-fed countless products with the promise of making you go further, faster and for less effort. I’m convinced that

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How did it all start? The Maindy Flyers Youth Cycling Club was established in 1996. In collaboration with Maindy Leisure Centre, senior cycling clubs decided that all riders under the

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The Tour de France is well underway and my goodness, what an edition it’s been (we love you Cav!). For cyclists and tourists alike, the TDF plays host to what

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This year, the grande boucle has a very new look. A first Italian start and no finish on the Champs-Élysées in Paris as the French capital prepares itself to host

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As a woman, I’ve always envied the effortless freedom men seem to enjoy while cycling. They seem to fly by, cutting through traffic with ease, while I can often hesitate

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With summer making an arrival (somewhere in Europe) and the worst of the weather behind us, it’s important not to take our foot off the gas with bike maintenance. Although

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Ahhh, that new bike feeling. Not much beats it. Blemish-free paint, the smell of fresh rubber and the anticipation of all of the adventures it’s going to be part of.

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When thinking of cycling holidays, most of us immediately drop tools, pack up the bike box and head as far away from UK shores as possible. As I write this,

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We’ve got our hands on SIX entries to this year’s Wales Sportive, and we’re giving three winners a pair each! The Wales Sportive, powered by Pedal Cover is Wales’ most

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Tell me more.. Nestled in South Wales, just beyond Maesteg in the scenic Llynfi Valley, lies a hidden gem for BMX enthusiasts: The Llynfi BMX racing Club. Boasting a National

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Isn’t all travel insurance the same? Cycling holidays are brilliant. From planning the routes of your next adventure to packing your bike up in its box ready for flight. It’s

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Pedal Cover are delighted to announce our second major governing body partnership for 2024 with Beicio Cymru. From Gravity Enduro to sportive riders and everything in between, Pedal Cover have

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In an exciting move for 2024, Pedal Cover insurance have forged an exciting new partnership with the governing body of triathlon in Wales, Welsh Triathlon. Pedal Cover have been deeply

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Think you need a new bike? Hold your horses! Modern aero bikes. They’re sleek, efficient, aerodynamic, robust and well, expensive…. Marketing departments will band the promise of speed gains around

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Where to start A concept that sounds difficult, it often feels like there are various loops to jump through and a lot of information to find before you can even

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Cymru am byth! Challenging courses, stunning landscapes, and a fantastic community vibe – Welcome to the realm of triathlons in Wales. Whether you’re a seasoned pro or it’s your first

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I can think back to times when I forgot to press start at the beginning of a ride, or maybe at the end of the coffee stop, and felt like

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Although 2023 spelled the end for many factory teams withdrawing from Enduro racing in 2024, you’ll be glad to hear that the UK still has some epic events available for

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