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Brand Spotlight: ‘Brooks England’ – Quality Handcrafted Bicycle Goods!

For more than a century, Brooks England have inspired boundless journeys with hand-crafted saddles, bags and cycling accessories carefully built to last. Saddles: Excellence for every ride. Since their founding in 1866, Brooks saddles have been crafted by hand to timeless designs and become the choice of discerning riders. From the shaping and durability of […]

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Why Choose a Shimano Ultegra Groupset? 5 Reasons

The Ultegra Groupset components share aesthetics with Dura Ace, the technology has trickled down too, albeit at a more cost effective price point. Let’s take a look at some of the reasons to consider choosing Shimano Ultegra… 1. Precision Engineering: At the heart of every Ultegra groupset lies Shimano’s commitment to precision engineering. Renowned for […]

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Discovering New Cycling Routes: How to Plan Your Next Ride!

Whether you’re a seasoned rider or just starting out, finding new routes can refresh your cycling routine and bring new challenges. In this blog, we’ll explore some effective ways to plan new cycling routes that are both enjoyable and safe. Here are 10 top tips to consider! 1. Define Your Ride Objectives Before you start […]

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What are TPU Lightweight inner tubes?

A TPU inner tube refers to an inner tube made from Thermoplastic Polyurethane (TPU). TPU is a type of plastic that features the characteristics of rubber and plastic, making it flexible, durable, and resistant to abrasion, oil, and chemicals. Why you should consider TPU inner Tubes: Examples of TPU Inner Tubes: Pirelli P Zero Smart […]

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The Top 5 Road Cycling Shoes for Under £100…

Here are 5 solid options of Road Cycling shoes we have on our shelves at Merlin HQ, all for under £100. But be quick, because these won’t stick around for long! In price order, here is our top picks for Spring 2024… Starting with: Merlin RC1 Road Bike Shoes Priced at: £27.50 Our Merlin RC1 […]

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New Arrivals at Merlin Cycles…

This month we have some exciting new bikes, frames and flashy components to hit the shelves at Merlin HQ. Lets check em’ out! Colnago G3-X GRX RX820 2x Carbon Gravel Bike This stunning Colnago G3-X carbon gravel bike has been designed for fast gravel riding. A true adventure all day bike to enjoy natural landscapes […]

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Bike of the Week: Ridley Noah Fast Carbon Road Bike

This week we are highlighting a spectacular offering from Ridley bikes: The Noah Fast… The Noah Fast Disc is Ridley’s top-level aero model which has evolved from their popular and proven Noah bike, featured in the pro cycling peloton over the past few seasons. Here at Merlin you can find a variety of stunning colourways […]

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Veloforte Nutrition: Quality, Delicious, Real Food!

Veloforte’s founding belief is that everyone should have access to exceptional quality, delicious, real food to fuel their active lifestyle and endurance exercise. I have used many of their products to great effect for my rides, gym sessions and long days out hiking. They are always something to look forward to grabbing out of your […]

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A Guide To: The Merlin Cycles Malt Gravel Bike Range

Whether you are a beginner purchasing your first gravel bike or a seasoned cyclist, here’s three worthy contenders (with plenty of 5* reviews)… Merlin Malt G2 Claris Gravel Bike The Merlin Malt G2 Claris is the perfect entry level gravel bike. “Love my new bike. Ridden to and from work every day since I received […]

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Orro Venturi Aero Bike VS Orro Gold Endurance Bike

Orro are known for their focus on performance, innovation, and aesthetics. And when it comes to high-quality road bikes, the Orro Venturi and the Orro Gold stand out as top contenders for any road cyclist’s consideration. Design and Aesthetics Orro Venturi: The Venturi is designed with aerodynamics at its core, featuring a sleek and streamlined […]

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The Preston Wheelers Reliability Ride 2024

On Sunday 4 February 2024 Merlin Staff and other local cyclists took on The Annual Preston Wheelers Reliability Ride. Everyone met at 08:50 for a 09:00 start at the Withy Trees in Fulwood. Paul our general manager and Shaun from goods in gave me all the details of the day and here’s the recount of […]

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The best ways to protect your bike for longevity!

Keeping your bike in tip top condition will make riding a much more pleasant experience. You’ll likely save money in the long run and get many more good years out of your bike! Here’s our top recommendation for prolonging the life and performance of your bike. Regular Servicing Keep your bike CLEAN! Frame and Chainstay […]

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5 Gravel Bikes Under £1500! Great for a Budget!

Here at Merlin Cycles we have plenty of gravel bikes available for under £1500! In this blog I will be highlighting some worthy contenders you may want to consider… First up we have two offerings from Ridley Bikes! Ridley Kanzo A GRX 600 Gravel Bike and Ridley Kanzo A GRX 800 Gravel Bike GRX 800 […]

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Why choose a Shimano 105 Groupset? 5 Reasons…

A decent groupset ensures a smooth and efficient ride. I (along with many other cyclists) have found the Shimano 105 groupset to provide brilliant functionality and reliability at a very fair price point. It’s never let me down on bikes such as the Orro Terra C 105 Gravel Bike (pictured above) and Orro Venturi 105 […]

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The Best New Road Bikes at Merlin Cycles January 2024

This month at Merlin Cycles we’ve had some stunning, shiny new road bikes land on our website and shop floor! Here’s our top 5 new bike arrivals… Orro Gold STC Dura Ace Di2 Zipp Carbon Road Bike – 2024 Introducing the All-new Gold STC, a high-performance road bike that prioritizes both speed and comfort. Designed […]

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Elevate Your Ride: The Best Gravel Bike Upgrades for Better Performance!

Many of our customers and staff have opted to upgrade their gravel bikes, including this recent modification to Mike’s Merlin Malt G2X making it a flat bar gravel bike! To enhance your gravel biking experience and take your ride to the next level, consider these top-notch upgrades that promise improved performance, comfort, and style! Up […]

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Bike of the Week! The Stunning Colnago C68-R…

Our bike of the week at Merlin Cycles is this beautiful Colnago C68-R. The bike stands as the pinnacle of the evolution of Colnago history, it’s where 68 years of frame design meet the future. C68 is simply the new milestone. At the heart of the Colnago C68-R is its meticulously crafted carbon frame. The […]

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Conquering Cold: The Ultimate Choice in Cold Weather Cycling Apparel

Paul, our general manager has been braving the cold weather on his winter bike. He’s put together this week’s blog, covering the very best cold weather clothing for cycling… As the temperatures are set to plummet here in the North West of England, I thought I’d put together my ultimate choice of extreme cold cycling […]

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Kask Protone Icon WG11 Road Cycling Helmet Review

I’ve been testing the Kask Protone Icon WG11 Helmet for over a year now so thought it was time to put in a review. From road rides to gravel trails, early morning commutes to all day epics… This helmet has been my go-to choice and for good reason. It comes available in a variety of […]

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Local Merlin Rider Spotlight: Triathlete Katie

We recently caught up with one of our ‘up and coming’ supported riders Katie Mathison. She is a local Triathlete who has been competing since an early age and has big aspirations for the future. (Pictured: Katie – with the Castelli Alpha Doppio RoS Jacket, Castelli Sorpasso RoS Women’s Bibtight and MET Allroad Road Helmet.) […]

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