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25/01/2025

We're pleased to be back supporting the Dirt Dash CC series of events in Yorkshire and Scotland in 2025, with Lezyne and Stans NoTubes. Stunning scenery, great rides, and good people on bikes - it doesn't get much better than that! Do check them out here (before they sell out)

The Dirt Dashes are friendly & inclusive gravel bikepacking cycling events with camping in scenic locations in Scotland & England.

24/01/2025

Fantastic to see the Challenge Tires Gravine in road.cc's recommended tyres of the year list thanks to its excellence across a range of surfaces! Read more here: https://road.cc/content/feature/we-unveil-roadcc-recommends-tyres-year-202425-311461

23/01/2025

We're thrilled to see Effetto Mariposa's Flowerpower Wax chain l**e get an "Editor's Choice" award from Cyclist!! It's a testament to not only its great performance but also its biodegradable, natural formula. Perfect for cyclists looking for an environmentally friendly solution, without sacrificing performance. Read more here: https://www.cyclist.co.uk/buying-guides/best-bike-chain-l**es -effetto-mariposa-flowerpower-wax

21/01/2025

Winter is always tough on bearings and if you're looking for high-quality and reliable bearings for your workshop - check out our range of excellent bearings. In stock and available now!

18/01/2025

Another terrific review for Lezyne LED Lights - this time it's the Mega Drive 2400+ in MBR Magazine with a 9 out of 10 score from Guykestv who concluded: "What it lacks in terms of features and detailed run-time feedback the Lezyne Mega Drive 2400+ makes up for in impressive power and comparatively long run times. They’re backed up with bombproof reliability, simple, universal mounting, and power pack or pass-through charging features too. That makes it a great choice for riders who, like me, want fit-and-forget functionality rather than fancy tech."

The Mega Drive is the most powerful of Lezyne’s 14 strong bar light arsenal but it’s simple in terms of features. Deliberately so though, the idea is to prioritise brightness, run time and bombproof reliability over what some might call gimmicks. Pass through charging and power pack functions ma...

17/01/2025

Time to top up your sealant stocks to begin the New Year?

Riders who know the difference choose Stan's sealant, time and time again as the results from Vital MTB's 2024 Audience Survey concluded, Stan's is the No.1 Sealant to Buy and we have good stocks, so you can order with confidence!

16/01/2025

Did you know that we now also sell Orange Black Mamba Nitrile gloves? They're in stock now and available in boxes of 50. Visit our website to learn more.

15/01/2025

Start the New Year warm and dry with DexShell UK! Socks, hats, gloves, and overshoes - they're fantastic for all kinds of bike riding and more from dog walking, to hiking. Explore the Dexshell range here: https://www.upgradebikes.co.uk/Catalogue/Brands/DexShell

14/01/2025

Ash Quinlan of BikeRadar's Gear of the Year included the excellent Lezyne Saddle Ai Alert 250 Rear light, which he said was "the only permanent installation I’ve made to my own bike this year – and I’m very pleased with it" Click through to discover what features have impressed him the most:

Plus three other product highlights from the past 12 months

11/01/2025

A well-deserved and impressive 4.5 out of 5 stars and a recommended award for the excellent Lezyne Strip Pro Ai Alert 400+ Rear Light from road.cc "a very high-quality rear light that's easy to fit, bright, impressively waterproof and with great running times. What more do you want from a rear light?"

Excellent rear light you could use for any type of riding, with good braking function

10/01/2025

It's great to see road.cc award Challenge Tires Gravine as the "Best gravel tyre for multiple surfaces" in their 2025 buyers guide for gravel tyres. In the UK, almost all gravel riding features multi-surfaces, so the Gravine is a terrific choice for a lot of gravel riders and riding. Find out more here:

More and more of us are hopping on gravel bikes but, once you are set up with a set of the best gravel wheels, what are the best gravel tyres to really get the most out of your off-road adventures? Whether you are looking to head off bikepacking, race or swap your road bike for gravel in order to mi...

09/01/2025

Ring in the New Year with TIMBER - Mountain Bike Bells! A clever solution to help alert people to your riding that works especially well on rougher off-road trails, as this off.road.cc review found. We have them in stock now. https://off.road.cc/content/review/accessories-misc/timber-mountain-bike-bell-v4-review-10297

07/01/2025

Re-stocking for January? Don't forget, we offer free shipping on all UK trade orders valued at over £100! Orders can be placed on our b2b or email, phone, or with your account manager.
Orders less than £100 will incur a £10 carriage charge.
We now use both FedEx and Parcel Force couriers.

03/01/2025

Looking for great bike security to begin 2025? ABUS Cycling locks continue to set the standard for bike security as you can see by their prominence in this BikeRadar round-up of the best bike locks. ABUS Cycling should always be at the top of your shortlist for quality bike security. We have good stocks of all key products:

02/01/2025

If you're beginning 2025 looking for a high-quality and robust flat pedal? Don't forget to check out the Praxis Works Podium pedals. This Singletracks.com - Mountain Bike Trails & Reviews review said; "The Praxis Podium aluminum flat pedals deliver excellent value thanks to their robust construction and grippy design."

We have them in stock now along with Praxis's extensive and top-quality bottom brackets and cranks range. Read the detailed Podium review here:

The Praxis Podium aluminum flat pedals deliver excellent value thanks to their robust construction and grippy design.

31/12/2024

Winter is tough on bearings ... and if you're looking for quality replacements or upgrades, we now offer premium quality SKF bearings. SKF provides high performance and durability at sensible pricing, making them perfect for retailers looking for bearings they can depend on. Learn more on our website! https://www.upgradebikes.co.uk/Catalogue/Brands/SKF

28/12/2024

If you've not seen the wonderful, emotional, and uplifting Rider Resilience film yet, it's a must-watch. We are delighted to support this film via DMR Bikes and its core message - that riding bikes almost always makes life feel better, even if they can't change everything, is something that a great many of us can agree with.

Enjoy and share:

'Rider Resilience - The Film' follows the powerful stories of Nils Amelinckx, Rachael Walker, and Sam Rice as they navigate the highs and lows of their journ...