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Before your first ride, there are few important checks that you should carry out. These ensure that your bike is safe to ride, will perform as it should, and make sure that you’re not voiding the warranty. Does it look right? This first point is a bit more serious than it sounds. All of the studio photos (side on, white background) of our bikes are taken with the bikes set up l …

Adjusting your gears isn’t as tricky as you might think. Sure, there’s some technical terminology, but bear with us… it will make sense. GLOSSARY Chainring: These are the front gears, that are connected to the crank Cassette: The cassette is the block of gears at the back, attached to the rear wheel Chain: Duh Derailleur: These are the mechanisms that move the chain on the casse …

Matt joined our team as an apprentice, having just completed his Cytech level 2 training. Chances are if you’ve ordered from us in the last 6 months then Matt’s has played a key role in building your bike. When he’s not building bikes Matt can be found training for the next marathon, or scoring ridiculously casual goals for his football club in Swindon.Q. If you could choose one Mango to ride, whi …

During these winter months there's no escaping it. What starts as a lovely ride inevitably ends up as a sweaty, muddy mess, and the last thing you want to do when you get home is clean the bike. Unfortunately, shortly after your ride is probably going to be the best time to clean your bike, however it needn't take long, or be a chore. Just 5 minutes and the right gear will help to mak …