
Caring for a bicycle cassette
Why do I need to change my bike’s cassette and when should I do it?
Why do I need to change my bike’s cassette and when should I do it?
Here are a few simple and straightforward tips to keep you riding and in good health through til spring!
PRO BIKE TOOL continues partnership with leading UK road race team and gains premium spot on race jersey
The only thing a cyclist likes as much as a new bike is a new tool or accessory to play with.
But what to get your favourite cyclist for Christmas? There are a lot of gadgets you can get that rider in your life, and it can become a bit overwhelming. Luckily we’re here to help, and have created our 2020 gift guide!
Winter is nearly here, and it’s time to get ready for the chilly air and dirty roads of the off-season.
Some riders find it tough to get out in the inclement weather and low light of winter, however, a few key tips and hacks will help you roll through to spring and keep you fit and having fun!
Here are our five top tips for cycling through the winter.
Indoor cycling training season is nearly here – are you prepared?
We’re sorry to break it to you, but summer is over and the dark nights and wet roads of winter are around the corner. If you prefer to save your bike rides for sunny dry days and clean trails, then indoor training is your answer for when the weather turns sour!
Here are some key reasons for why its time to go clipless if you want to cycle further, faster, and with more comfort, and a few tips for getting started!
This year’s Tour de France will be like no other.
Having been delayed by a month due to coronavirus, the biggest bicycle race in the world is due to get started August 29, and will see twists, turns and exciting cycling action!
Gravel is the new coolest thing in cycling, and summer is a great time to give it a go!
Summer is here! Are you ready for a season of warm, sunny bike rides? Check out our guide to help you cycle further, get fitter, and have more fun on the bike while the skies are blue!
Family business emerges from peak of coronavirus crisis stronger and with host of new learnings.
Planning on riding your bike to work? Check out our essential tips for commuting in comfort and with confidence.
All you need to know about protein to boost your performance on the bike and your overall health! Read on to find out how much protein you need, when you need it, and where to get it from!
New to biking? Check out our top tips for new riders! Seven essential points to help you enjoy every ride and make the most of your bike!
Check out our simple five-point plan to keep motivated and maintain your health through lockdown!
Heard of torque in bike maintenance but don’t know what it is or why it’s important? Let’s talk torque.
Putting in a lot of miles on your turbo trainer at the moment? Make sure you know the key ways to keep your bike in perfect condition when you’re training indoors more than out!
No matter what size space you have to work on your bike, there are a few items that you need to have in there to make your fettling easier and more enjoyable. Check out our guide to building your home bicycle workshop!
Need a safe and secure way to store your bike? Check out our guide to our Bicycle Storage Solutions!
Has coronavirus mitigation advice left you stuck at home? Desperate for a workout but can’t go out? This blog is for you.
The Pro Bike Tool approved 10-minute, 10-point bike cleaning routine. It will save you time and save your bike from grime!
No matter what size space you have to work on your bike, there are a few items that you need to have in there to make your fettling easier and more enjoyable. Check out our guide to building your home bicycle workshop!
Want to ride further this year? Go farther and have more fun on the ride with our top tips for taming long rides!
Rounded Allen / Hex bolts bring you out in a cold sweat? Read on to find out how to never round a bolt again, with our four-point plan!
New Year’s Resolutions can last for a week or they can form the habit of a lifetime. Even though the New Year has passed, there’s still time to make a resolution, so check out our guide how to make an effective resolution along with our favourite bike-related goals from past years!
Our top picks for the cyclist and outdoor enthusiasts in your life!
Tubeless Tyres – what are they, how do they work, and do I need them?!
PRO BIKE TOOL in shortlist of six businesses competing in the ‘Export Champion of the Year’ category
PRO BIKE TOOL win Gold in ‘Best SME’ and Silver in ‘Best Customer Centric Organisation: Digital Initiatives’ awards.
Thinking of buying a second-hand bike? Check out our tips to help you ensure you buy a safe, reliable, good value ride!
Carbs, proteins, and fats – there’s so much information about what’s good and what’s bad that we’re making it simple for you, with our quick guide!
We are elated to have been shortlisted for two categories of the UK Business Awards!
Too high and it feels like you’re riding on huge rocks all day, and corners feel like ice rinks. Too low and you risk getting pinch flats, you wear your tyres out, and it feels like riding through mud. But if you get the perfect pressure in your bike tyres you’ll be faster, smoother, and have better grip!
How do PRO BIKE TOOL Insulated Bike Water Bottles keep your drink so incredibly cold!? Let us explain…
Are you yet to get on board the E Bike craze?! Check out our beginner’s guide to E Bikes to learn what they are, how they work and whether you want one!
Breakfast is the best meal of the day, and if you eat the right things, will hep you ride faster and further. Check out our best pre-ride breakfasts!
Do you know if your bike is safe to ride? Check out our guide on how to perform a fast but thorough check on your bike!
Caffeine can help you go faster and push harder on a ride… Want to know how that happens, and how much to take? Check out our guide!
Keep hydrated, keep cool, and keep fast with our guide to why and how to hydrate on your ride!
Getting your MTB suspension just right makes your ride faster, smoother, and more fun! Check out or guide to setting up and tuning your suspension.
You can ride you bike as much as you want, but if you don’t recover well, you won’t get faster. Here’s our guide to recovery for cyclists!
Are your bike rides being blighted with creaks and ticks? Check out our guide to solve the problem!
Four years ago, Chris Parr decided to start PRO BIKE TOOL, based on a dream to do something ‘more’ and achieve something ‘different’.
All you need to know about why cyclists need to train their core, and a workout routine to try from home!
If you’re new to the world of bike maintenance, it’s easy to make some simple mistakes. Here are some essential things to avoid!
The key factors to consider when deciding between rim or disc brakes for your road bike!
Here are the top ten essential foods that you always want to have on your grocery list to help you ride fast, feel great, and live healthily.
Wave goodbye to clicking, ticking gears on your bike ride with our guide to how to index your rear mech!’
We talk to three riders from our partner team about racing the word’s best
Smash your summer of cycling with our six favourite items of summer swag!
Always been wondering what a CO2 inflator is, how it works, and whether it will be appropriate for you and your bike? Let us guide you through this essential cycling gadget!
There’s a huge range of tools you can buy for your home bike workshop, however, it needn’t be complicated and expensive with our guide.
Should you buy a CO2 inflator or a bike pump. While either of these tools are going to be great buddies to have in your pocket or backpack on a bike ride, each one has its own benefits.
Getting your best bike ready for summer? Check out our guide to making sure it’s running perfectly!
Go further and faster on the bike with our guide to how to fuel your ride!
What are the essential items that you should take on every ride that you can actually fit in your pockets or saddle bag?
As part of our partnership with Downing Cycling (read more here), we’re going to be sharing exclusive tips with you from professional coach and ex-UK professional road racer Dean Downing.
How a PRO Bike Tool ambassador and secondary school teacher balances a full-time job with an even fuller training schedule.
If you’re not a regular cyclist, then even the thought of riding your bike to work can seem daunting. However, it’s something that will improve your day – and general life – no end!
Whether you’re a beginner or a pro, there are a set of bike tools that all riders need in their bike maintenance tool kit.
There are four fundamental areas you need to know about when maintaining your bike that will save you money replacing worn out parts, keep you safe, and most importantly, keep your bike moving fast.
Want to be faster on the bike? Want to feel awesome off the bike? With a little hard work and training know-how, these things are easily within your grasp.
We’ve put together our list of the Top Twelve Trails in the UK suitable for both families and fanatics.
Bike fit is an essential part of your cycling. Having your bicycle correctly set up for you will keep you injury free, comfortable, and make you stronger and faster.
From slashed tyres to broken chains, check out our guide to five simple ride-saving fixes that you need to know to address common issues that may occur out on the road
Going on holiday with your bike? Make sure you know the key checks to make before you travel, the tools to take, and our top packing tips!
Our Winter Cycling 101 is your go-to list for keeping the pedals turning this winter!
On 29th July 2017, Ryan Davies set a new age group world record for the UCI Masters World Hour event. An ordinary guy with a full-time job, riding a second-hand bike frame sourced on Gumtree, Ryan rode 48.234 kilometers (29.971miles) in one hour.
I could spend the rest of my life in a bubble of expectations. Or I can take a leap of faith and discover the unexpected, the disillusioning, the marvellous. – Basile Verhulst