Whether you are shopping for a cycling gift or looking for something for yourself, here is all the information you’ll need to enjoy the festive period at one of our 12 stores. Our store colleagues will be happy to help you in person or should you wish to…
Shop today, reclaim the difference if the price drops. Every item you buy from Balfe’s Bikes from October 31st to December 1st 2025 is covered by our Black Friday Price Guarantee. There’s no need to wait until Black Friday itself to bag a bargain and you can avoid…
Here at Balfe’s Bikes we offer a great range of bikes, clothing and accessories, and on this page you can find any active promotions to make your next purchase even more affordable. Get £10 off £100 online spend when you sign up to our newsletter Site Wide Spend…
Cycling in London is exhilarating, efficient, and often the quickest way to get from A to B. With an ever-expanding network of cycle lanes and an active cycling community, more people than ever are choosing two wheels over four. But London is a busy city, and knowing how…
Which is Best for Performance and Comfort? Gravel bikes have exploded in popularity in recent years, offering the speed and efficiency of a road bike with the versatility to tackle rough tracks, bridleways, and long mixed-terrain adventures. At their core, gravel bikes are essentially road bikes with massive…
Cycling Accessories That Make Your Kit Work All Year Round One of the biggest challenges in cycling isn’t the terrain, it’s the weather. You can leave home in bright sunshine and be freezing an hour later. That’s why smart riders don’t rely on a whole wardrobe of kit…
Klarna available In-store, Online and Click & Collect: We have partnered with Klarna to bring you new ways to pay at checkout. Here’s how it works online: Step 1: Add products to your cart and select “Klarna” when you check out either for home delivery or click &…
What It Is, How It Works, and Why It Matters If you have ever spotted a small yellow sticker on a bike helmet, or noticed a bright yellow layer inside, you have already seen MIPS in action, even if you did not know what it was. MIPS stands…
When it comes to rear suspension on your mountain bike, few debates get riders chatting like the classic coil vs air shock conversation. Whether you’re upgrading your rig, building a dream bike, or just curious about what those shiny bits do under your seat, understanding the differences can…
