Wednesday 27 November 2013

The Importance of Cycling Clothing

Cyclists face the same problem every year, how do I get out of bed and onto my bike when it's freezing outside and it's so warm and cozy in my bed.

There is the saying that there is no such thing as bad weather, just bad cycling clothing. So if we get the right cycling clothing then we have nothing to worry about.
Of course, having the right bike parts and cycling accessories is important too so that you don't end up slipping and crashing your bike because of a wet and greasy road.

Of course, summer cycling clothing is just as important but seeing as we're now starting to hit some really cold weather in the UK, it seems more important to discuss winter cycling clothing.

As soon as the temperature gets into single digits in celsius, then it's definitely time to put on a pair of cycling overshoes, leg warmers at the least, a base layer, a cycling jersey, possibly a long sleeve cycling jersey and then a light jacket over that.
If you can get a cycling jacket that is breathable and waterproof then you're onto a good thing because you are covered for all conditions and you shouldn't get too warm while cycling.

Bicycle Clothing UK


When the weather for cycling starts to get really cold, especially hovering in and around zero, there is a big decision to be made by cyclists. Do you go out cycling while there's a possibility of frost and ice, or do you stay in and get on your turbo trainer?

If you're part of the cycling mindset that wants to train on the road, no matter the weather, then it's important that before you get on your bicycle that you leave as little skin open to the cold as you cycle into some freezing winds.
This means that in addition to the cycling clothing needed for cycling in single digits, you will need to get a good pair of full finger cycling gloves, a pair of heavy cycling overshoes, a good pair of bicycle tights, and even a light hat that you can wear under your bicycle helmet without sacrificing safety.
And even though it might be the depths of winter, a pair of cycling sunglasses is important to protect your eyes from insects and dirt.

Cycling Safety is still important and we will post a blog discussing the best bicycle parts and cycling accessories for that too.

Bicycle Accessories Online



Cyclists are discovering that purchasing bicycling accessories online saves money, so whether you're travelling to a race far away and want to keep your frame protected from scratches or going to that all important training camp in Mallorca you're going to want to protect your pride and joy. Protect your bike with bike accessories like bike pods, hard case bike boxes or buy a bike cover to keep your bike dry when it has to be left outdoors.
The purchase of bicycle accessories online is growing due to the popularity of cycling for leisure, travel and health. The cycling community increasingly prefer to purchase their bike parts and bicycle accessories via the web. The growth in cycling has seen the expansion of online bicycle stores in the UK, who offer discounted, pricing on cycle parts, bicycle clothing, sports nutrition and bike components from all the major brands, where the cyclist can now save up to 60% against high street shops

Apart from bike parts and cycling accessories, a cyclist can search online for a large selection of bikes, bicycle parts, and cycling clothing plus sports nutrition. Cyclists state that purchasing bicycle accessories online, including bike parts, wheels, pedals, seats, and more usually cost 20-30% below the traditional bicycle shop prices.
Bike Accessories and components are the butter to your sandwich, the chamois to your cycling shorts and the razor to your leg hair. What we’re saying is that a bicycle without components is a bicycle without a soul. So for that reason, we have included links to some pretty useful bike products  for you and something that at some stage you will want to browse to either upgrade your bike or make some cycling repairs. Our bike components  and bicycle accessories section is filled with products from brands such as SRAM, Clarks, Avid, Truvativ, Look, Rock Shox, Zipp, and Quarq.

Tuesday 26 November 2013

Bike Parts Online



Buying bike parts and bicycle accessories online is a growing part of the online UK sports marketplace due to the popularity of cycling for leisure, travel and health. Recent web trends indicate that an increasing number of people prefer to purchase their bike parts and bicycle accessories via the online channel. The growth in cycling has seen the expansion of online bicycle stores in the UK, who offer discounted, pricing on cycle parts, bicycle clothing, sports nutrition and bike components from all the major brands, where the cyclist can now save up to 60% against high street shops

The typical online bike store will carry a large selection of bikes, bicycle parts, and cycling clothing plus sports nutrition. Also the range would include bicycle accessories, including bike parts, wheels, pedals, seats, and more usually at 20-30% below the traditional bicycle shop prices.

To help list the various bike parts we have listed the major bicycle components below.

Bicycle Frame: The bicycle frame is the backbone of the bicycle. To the frame are attached every other component of the bicycle. Thus the frame is central to the whole bicycle and performs the function of holding together all the parts together and keeping the whole bike steady.

Bike Pedals: The bicycle pedals are where the effort is applied. This effort is transmitted through respective crank bars onto a shaft. This shaft revolves within a hollow in the frame of the bicycle.

Bicycle Sprocket and Chain: On the revolving shaft is mounted a sprocket. The use of the sprocket and chain system is to transmit the rotary motion from this revolving shaft onto another shaft, so the bike pedals the crank arms, the shafts and the sprockets-chain system work together to convert the pedaling effort into revolutions of the rear wheel.

Bicycle Wheels: The bike wheels and tyres are the most important for the motion of the bicycle. The front wheel is attached via a shaft, to a front fork attached to the bicycle frame.  As the bicycle wheel is free from constraints, the front wheel revolves as soon as the rear wheel does so, allowing the whole bicycle to move forward.

Bike handle-bar: The function of the bicycle handle bar is to enable the cyclist to control the direction of movement of the bicycle. For this, the bicycle handle bar is connected, through the bicycle frame, to the front fork that holds the front wheel. Thus, whenever the handle-bar is turned, the front wheel changes its direction, leading the bike towards the intended direction.

Cycling Training in Winter with a Tacx Bushido Turbo Trainer

If you are looking to buy any bicycle accessories right now, an indoor turbo trainer should be it.

The days have gotten much shorter, the weather is getting a lot colder and so the opportunities to go cycling have been greatly reduced.
The winter, combined with a busy day or full time job, makes it very difficult to put in enough miles of bicycle training to keep you in good shape and ready to start the next cycle racing season in a good position.

This is why Tacx Turbo Trainers are a great addition to every cyclists home. They allow you to train at any intensity, at any time, for as long as you like, regardless of the weather.
You can just put your bicycle into the turbo trainer, and start to spin away and work up the miles.

It means you can put your bike on front of the tv and cycle away while you catch up on your favourite soaps, or listen to all the music you want as you are cycling through some high intervals while preparing for the next season of bicycle training.

Wednesday 20 November 2013

Bicycle Shop

Alimay Sports is a leading bicycle shop serving our customers online across the UK and Ireland. Stocking a huge selection of bike parts and accessories in our online bicycle shop, we cater for the amateur and serious cyclists needs, from a cable to a complete bicycle.

Growing fitness consciousness among people coupled with internet savvy to save money is fueling the growth for the online bicycle shop. Cycling as a pleasurable and beneficial leisure activity combined with growing environmental concerns by consumers means bicycles are emerging as an alternative for short distance transport that causes no pollution.. In addition, bicycles' energy efficiency, coupled with cycling as a fitness activity, will help propel demand for bike parts, accessories and sports nutrition from bike stores online.

Shopping online for your bicycling needs means your money goes further to get the best branded bike accessories. A quick visit to the Alimay Sports website where we offer free shipping, the cyclist should be able to save a lot of money compared to buying them in your local retail shopping centre. Discounted prices for quality branded bicycle accessories allows the cyclist to buy as many bike accessories as they need to get the most out of the time spent on the bike.

At the Alimay Sports online bicycle shop we have bike parts and bicycle boxes for traveling, bottles and bottle cages such as the popular Tacx Shiva bottle, lights from Smart and Tacx to keep you training in the winter and Tacx Turbo trainers for when it’s too cold and wet out for you to risk damaging your legs. If you do plan to go out, then we have you covered with mudguards, bike bells and mirrors and high quality locks from Masterlock to keep your bike secure if you get some miles in going in and out of work. Take a look at our online bicycle shop to see the different categories of accessories that are available to ship straight away. Keep on Cycling.

Tuesday 19 November 2013

Bicycle Lights in the UK

With the recent extremely sad news of another cyclists death here in London, it has gotten me to thinking about the importance of safety for cyclists on the roads everywhere in the world.

The Winter is now in full swing, and the days get shorter and shorter so the hours of darkness are longer and the time spent cycling to and from work in the dark is also more frequent.

While cyclists can't change the weather, and even though we would give anything to change the weather, all we can really do is adapt to the weather we cycle in.

There are many areas where I see cyclists could improve on, such as the bicycle accessories they use, the hi-viz clothing they do and don't wear, and the bicycle lights they have on their bikes.

As a cyclist, when I drive, I always have my lights on because I know the difference that it makes. I do the same when I cycle too. I do both for the same reason, so that other cars can see me more easily as I cycle.

Bicycle accessories are only that, bike accessories, something you attach or add on to your bike, but they can make such a difference.
The correct cycling clothing, with a good set of bike lights and a helmet can make cycling a much safer experience for everyone.

Bicycle Tyres Online



Shopping at Alimay Sports can save you up to 40% on bicycle tyres with FREE UK delivery. We stock all the quality brand bike tyres online including the popular continental bicycle tyre GP4000S at discount pricing.

Alimay Sports is a UK specific site for bicycle tyres available in the UK. Our online bike store stocks a comprehensive catalogue of road, MTB and touring tyres along with weekly special offers.
Selecting the right bike tyre for the many different weather or road conditions you cycle in can take a bit of thought. Is the choice about road racing, cycling through mud, or are you seeking out a competitive edge? Bicycle tyres are an area within cycling where your choices are directly linked to the use, so it’s important to review your needs. Mountain bike tyres have a huge range of tread patterns, including rubber that love mud and loose conditions, while your typical MTB bicycle tyre can be converted for commuting rides by fitting a pair of slicks. The Cycling roadies amongst us might need to choose how light and free-rolling they want to go plus how much puncture protection they desire. 

Low Prices on Bike Parts and Cycling Accessories are important for every cyclist and we understand that so we give you the best discounts the more you buy. We know cyclists buy more than one tyre in a year, so we give you quantity discounts on cycling parts on your most frequent bike buys.
Alimay Sports ensures your bicycle tyres works on the surface they are designed for, hence we meet the demands of different styles of riding to give the cyclist extremely long-term performance. Every cyclist can rely on Alimay Sports to bring free delivery, discounts on great bike products, and really good offers to cyclists every week. Our online cycle store aim is to deliver to all our “cyclist’s customers” great discounted prices from all the major cycling and bicycle accessories brands.

Wednesday 13 November 2013

Cycle Clothing for Cycling Athletes

At Alimay Sports, we recognise how cycle clothing is imperative to regulate your body temperature and improve cycling performance so we bring you the latest winter cycle clothing from expert brands. In summer, our cycling clothing fits secure to your body and are constructed from breathable lightweight fabrics that help wick away sweat from your body, where the clothing is also a determining factor in the aerodynamics of the racer. We pride ourselves on providing the best quality cycle clothing on the market place.

We only stock the highest quality cycle clothing and cycling accessories in our online bike store and every line is independently tested to ensure that the highest technical standards are met so our customers can rely on Alimay Sports to serve all their bike and cycling needs. Though our quality is always high our pricing remains discounted. Alimay Sports has a range of apparel that caters for all types of bike riders, from hard-core trail riders to race ready roadies and everyday commuters, with a fantastic selection of colours and styles throughout our online bicycle store.
 We work with leading producers of cycling technical clothes and accessories. Thanks to our own in-depth knowledge of the cyclists market and experience, we serve professional athletes as well as the amateur racer. A variety of cycle clothing products featuring t-shirts, vests and long sleeve shirts from leading racing gear exponents that promise comfortable designs that enhance your performance through allowing movement and supporting muscles to prevent injury and ensure you gain optimal results.

Since at Alimay Sports we focus on the cycling gear that you buy most often, we also believe that you should benefit from buying a lot - so we give you price quantity discounts. If you buy 1 tub of your favourite carbohydrate & electrolyte drink every month, we feel you shouldn't pay the same price every time. So buy 2 at a time and we make cycling much cheaper for everyone.

Bicycle Car Racks and transporting your bike

 While I'd love to have a full pro cycling team setup just for going away for a weekend of training or one day bike racing, I still like to make my life as easy possible.

So I buy a few things from bike shops online throughout the year to make that happen, and keep cycling without too much getting in the way. Especially finances.

When I look at the cycling grand tours every year, and see the buses, I always think of one thing:

Bike Car Rack

Not just that though, I think of other things related to cycling too!

I always think about how many bikes there are to transport, all of the cycling accessories that go with it, the spare bike parts and the sports nutrition and food it must take to fuel a pro cycling team.
Then I look at my setup and wonder where it all went wrong!

Honestly though, I would love to have the ease of having a place to warmup and cool down after a race, and to be able to wash and just to keep everything in the one place.

Instead I am now looking at what bicycle car rack to buy, and how much room that will leave me in the car for my cycling gear, my clothing and my bike helmet.


I would love to have such a setup like a team bus, but would it ever be worth it, no matter how much money you had.
It would be great to bring your local cycling club everywhere on a bus like that.

Monday 11 November 2013

Bicycle Bottle Cages and how they have changed for cyclists

When I look back at the way cyclists used to cycle with the bottle on front of them, I always think it looks great.
Then when you look at where bottle cages are on bikes these days, I wonder what happened and did it change.

It seems like it was much easier to have them on front of you while cycling, but why did it move? Was it that it was too difficult to have them on the down tube when the bike's gear levers were there as well.
Surely though you could still keep the bottle at the stem even with integrated levers nowadays.

When you look at the bikes of triathletes, they very often still have their bottles on front of them as they cycle.
So when you look at these modern bike bottle cages they are always just designed to go on the bicycle's down tube.
This is how they all look now.



Is it still possible to get a bottle cage for the front of your bike besides the ones for a triathlon bike?
I only ever see them setup like above, but wouldn't mind trying to cycle with one sitting at the stem of bikes handlebars.

Friday 8 November 2013

UK Bike Parts : Online Bike Shop

When not writing articles for my own blog, I like to read what others are writing about Bike Parts and Online Bike Stores.

That's when I found this post discussing an Online Bike Shop and it was a really good piece. If you're stopping by here then you can take a look at it and let me know what you think.

Alimay Sports | Bike Parts and Cycling Accessories in the UK - Water Bottles

 If you're looking for some really simple bicycle drinking bottles then you can check out Alimay Sports for Bicycle Water Bottles and get them at really good prices.

Here are some details on sports drinking bottles:

The right water bottle selection is important for your bike, not just so you get a colour that matches your cycling clothing as well as matching your bike, but also so you get the right amount of fluid for the weight you are willing to sacrifice on your bike. That's why you throw it away before every sprint finish and HC climb that you do.

Drinking Bottle for Cycling 

Wednesday 6 November 2013

Bicycle Baskets and Handlebar Baskets

 Part of the effort to bring great bike parts and cycling accessories around the world is to focus on the products that cyclists use most often and then to add some extras to that.

Some of those extras are bike handlebar baskets that are in stock on Alimay Sports. There are a lot of varieties with some gorgeous wicker bike baskets and some metal baskets that mount to your bicycles handlebars.

Take a look at this one, it's one of our favourites!

Basil Bicycle Basket

There loads more available at Alimay Sports.

Tuesday 5 November 2013

Alimay Sports: Bicycle Accessories for UK Market

 Just came across this other blog that we've done about Bicycle Accessories in the UK Market. It's quite an interesting read and thought we'd share it here too.

Buying Bike Parts for the first time or the last time

Buying Bike Parts is an important thing to do when you cycle! This also means a lot of research and thinking and decision making before pulling the trigger on knowing what's right to buy online.






While shopping, I've come across a lot of website and the thing for Alimay Sports standing out from the crowd is the quantity price discounts on bike parts compared to say shops like Wiggle or any of the other where the price is the same no matter what you buy and how often you buy.

This is a great thing offered by Alimay Sports since they understand that cyclists have to buy most products more than once, so why not get discounts for it when you do.