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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!

NEW BIKE DAY, WHAT YOU NEED TO KNOW

In light of receiving a brand new carbon Dolan road bike myself,  I thought I would share with you what you need to know or do when you have...

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TYRE PRESSURE

Ever wondered what the optimal tyre pressure is? Many things get taken into account here; rider weight, tyre size, type of bike and where you’re riding. Things have changed...

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How often does your chain need servicing and replacing and what is a “drivetrain”?

The drivetrain is the beating heart of the bicycle; the chain, chainrings, cassette and often overlooked the guide & pulley wheels. They are all pushed as one to keep...

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How and when do I clean my bike?

The age old question, when to clean your bike? The simple answer is when it’s dirty!  World tour team mechanics will wash; re lube; do a nut & bolt...

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What are the different types of tyres on a bike?

Choosing the correct type of tyre depends on the type of bike & wheels you have installed, plus the terrain you’ll be riding.  Three common tyre types are:  Clinchers,...

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Love the Turbo & why use a turbo trainer for cycling and triathlon training

Turbo Trainer Triathlon Cycling Dubai…. “Love the Turbo” was the response when I asked my coach, Brett Sutton, how to knock 10 mins off my 70.3 bike split. What...

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A warning for Cyclists – Andy Fordham’s story

8 days ago I was involved in a very serious Bike v Car accident at the Al Qudra Roundabout – I have lived in Town Square since 2018 and...

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Using A Bike Indoors? You Still Need To Maintain It

With training moving inside, it’s just as important to maintain your bike. With no option but to train indoors, those of us lucky enough to own a Turbo Trainer...

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Bike Box Alan FAQs

What colours do you have? We have red, black, blue, green, orange and grey. We also have Limited Edition Pink! How much does the box weigh? The Bike box...

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Bike Run Swim Bike: Musandam

NOT a triathlon camp. This was most definitely NOT a Triathlon camp. However, we did take our swim bike and run kit with us! The ride from the UAE border...

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