Category Archives: Shop News

Petition the Prime Minister

Previous image Enlarge Close Next image Image of A petition has been set up to press for increased legislation to protect cyclists on the road. Although the proposed rule could well be unenforceable, it’s always well worth making a fuss … Continue reading

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Enter Now!

Just a reminder the enter the HELL of ASHDOWN sportive ASAP! The places are filling up fast, so make sure you reserve your spot now. Make your start time 10am, and you will be able to set off with all … Continue reading

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Brompton Designer wins lifetime award

Andrew Ritchie, inventor of the Brompton bicycle, has been awarded the Prince Philip Designers Prize for his lifetime contribution to design. Mr Ritchie was given the award by the Duke of Edinburgh at a reception at Buckingham Palace last night. … Continue reading

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RIP Frank Vandenbroucke

Via Cycling News Frank Vandenbroucke has died while on holiday in Senegal. Reports in Belgium said that the 34-year-old Belgian cyclist was found dead in his hotel room and that early reports indicate that he died of a blood clot. … Continue reading

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This Thursday..

The Forest Row shop will be closed for the day as this weekend is the Cycle Show at Earls Court. Thursday is for the trade and press, Friday to Sunday is for everyone else. You will get to see and … Continue reading

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Cycleball

And just when you thought Bike Polo was weird enough… Cycleball is on another level. -

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Mechanical magicians

Previous image Enlarge Close Next image Image of The team in the work shop have been working wonders again. As well as maintaining all manner of bicycles the team can now add to their list the successful repair of a … Continue reading

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Tour of Britain

Previous image Enlarge Close Next image Image of The Tour of Britain is currently under way. Today is stage 4 of 8 and takes in some of the sights around Blackpool, before travelling south during the week and ending on … Continue reading

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Summer BBQ

Previous image Enlarge Close Next image Image of FutureCycles will be hosting an informal BBQ this evening (Saturday the 12th of September). Things will kick off about 6pm just outside the shop. Manning the BBQ will be myself and Dave. … Continue reading

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Danny Macaskill

Yeah, I could do this –  I just don’t want to right now. Ha! -

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Fixie display team

My fixed wheel bike is on the road at last! I would recommend one to anyone who’s after a very nice and simple ride. However i’ve not tried to do this on it yet! – Dave

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Puncture protection

How best to stop all those punctures? Keep your tyres pumped up to the pressure recommended on the side of the tyre itself. This can often be a lot higher than you expect, and also can be a lot higher … Continue reading

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Travels on Two Wheels

Have you been anywhere exotic with your bike? Cycled from here to Paris? Made your way over the Pyrénées? Wherever you’ve headed tell us about it at blog@futurecycles.co.uk. Remember to attach an image or two, and you may encourage others … Continue reading

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FOR SALE – Bacchetta Ballandare

Mint condition second hand recumbent for sale. Click here for more information.

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King of the Hill

Our current leader in the Kidd’s Hill Challenge is Paul Ingram. To silence his critics he has set about documenting his achievement through the medium of video. See the man as he makes his way to the top in a … Continue reading

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FOR SALE – Bacchetta Ballandare

If comfort is your number one concern when it comes to purchasing a recumbent bike, the Bellandare is the perfect option for you. Designed for ultimate comfort the Bellandare is unlike any other bicycle you’ve ever ridden, recumbent or upright. … Continue reading

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Kidd’s Hill Challenge

Have you tried the Kidd’s Hill Challenge yet? Do it early in the morning and you may be treated to a great view like this I saw from Gill’s Lap at the top. Click here for all the details of … Continue reading

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Le Tour… no more

The Tour de France may well be over for another year. But if you have been inspired by Mark Cavendish winning on the Champs-Élysées by a country mile, or Bradley Wiggins taking on the best in the mountains, come into … Continue reading

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Online Shop Updates

The shop is now live http://www.futurecycles.co.uk

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Is it a bike?… Is it a boat?

This Amphibious Cycle was designed and built by seven engineering students at the University of Southampton. FutureCycles is proud to continue a long standing relationship with the University by being involved in this project as technical consultants, and in the … Continue reading

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