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Vélo Presto Blog

Hope you will enjoy our Vélo Presto blog with valuable information about cycling, servicing, training, racing and other cycling related topics, be it road, triathlon, TT, or MTB. Your contributions are more than welcome if you would like to write a blog about a personal cycling experience that maybe of interest, or just a good read for the community. For every article contribution we publish we will give you a free intermediate service. Enjoy!

Bike Maintenance Made Easy: The 15-Minute Check for Peak Performance

Never Miss a Ride Again: Keep Your Bike Fast, Safe, and Race-Ready Ever lost a ride to a squeaky drivetrain or worn tyre? In the UAE, a mechanical issue...

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Bike Storage Tips for Summer: Keep Your Ride Ready and Problem-Free

Did you know that summer heat in the UAE can cause tyres to crack, chains to rust, and even weaken your bike’s frame? If you’re one of the many...

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INSIDE STASHED: BETTER STORAGE WITH PETE OUR R&D ENGINEER

We sat down with Pete, R&D Engineer at Stashed, to dig into the process behind our UK-made bike storage systems. From first sketch to final test, Pete shares how...

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How To Get Faster: Tips For “Free Speed”

As triathletes, we pour hours into training—swimming, biking, and running—to build the fitness we need to crush our next race. But while your “engine—your physical fitness—is the heart of...

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The Bucket List Cycling Events to Consider During the Warmer Summer Months in the UAE

As the UAE’s summer heat ramps up, with temperatures soaring well above 40°C, local cyclists often find their outdoor rides limited to early mornings or indoor trainers. For cyclists...

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What service does my bike need pre-race?

We are often asked which service would be best to proceed with before a race.  In all honesty it depends on the condition and the specific issues with the...

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Indoor bike/Turbo bike maintenance

With the summer months in full swing and indoor trainer bikes taking a beating, let’s talk about how to keep them in best order. Indoor bikes do tend to...

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How to upgrade my bike

You may consider which upgrades can give you a better ride in terms of comfort, aero gains, weight saving, or just to have a more aesthetically pleasing look. Either...

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How often & why should you service your bicycle

Basic bike maintenance or a complete strip and re-build should not go ignored, whether you do it yourself or take it to the local bike shop. Your bike needs...

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How to use gears efficiently

You would assume that there is no wrong way to use your gears, however there can be an issue specifically with double chainring’s. When you are in the small...

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