For this weeks bike check we’re taking a look at our Notting Hill Store Manager Adam’s Yeti SB130. Adam has had a number of different bikes over the years but always dreamed of a Yeti SB130. Obviously Yeti is not a brand we sell, but we won’t hold…
Specialized recently released the updated Camber helmet. While sitting at their entry level price point, this is in no way a “cheap” feeling helmet. Brody from our Bike Building team at HQ has been wearing the Camber for a while and shares his thoughts below! As a entry-level…
Gee is one of our Support Team Managers, and mountain bike aficionado! He’s had his Remedy for a little while and still absolutely loves it – find out more below! Frame: Trek Remedy (2018) Suspension: Rockshox Wheels: Hope Pro4 Wheelset Tyres: Specialized Butcher 2.6 Saddle: Fabric Bars: Renthal…
Got someone in your life who loves the feel of dirt beneath their wheels? Or maybe that’s you and you’re looking for some suggestions to give a loved one? Below you’ll find our suggestions for the best MTB friendly gifts, as suggested by the team here at Balfe’s!…
The Queen’s Jubilee weekend is nearly upon us, and whether you’re a fan of the monarchy or not it seemed like a great time to highlight some of the fantastic British brands we stock (plus – 4 day weekend, woohoo! Who’s out riding?). This week we’re looking at…
We’re back with another bike check from our Unit 5 team! This time we’re talking to Brody about his Giant Trance X E+ Pro 29 3 – a brilliant choice for anyone looking to get stuck in to the world of eMTB’s! Motor: 80Nm Yamaha Battery: 625Wh Giant…
The Specialized Tactic 4 is the latest incarnation of the Tactic helmet and is designed with trail and Enduro mountain biking in mind. We gave our resident adventurer Barry Godin (Fulham Store Manager and popular YouTuber) the Tactic to review while away on one of his bikepacking trips,…
We’re back with another bike check! This week we’re taking a look at Jay’s Specialized Demo. Jay is another member of the Unit 5 Bike Builder Team, and he loves to send it so a downhill bike was the only way to go! Find out more about the…
Specialized are riders – that fact has guided very decision that the business has made since 1974 and is why they’ve become one of the most recognised and respected names in the world of cycling. Specialized can be found across all disciplines of cycling, and the prowess of their…