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Roadworks Again - Open as normal

As some of you may have already noticed they are "improving" the roads and pedestrian/cycle access in Hockley again. This has led to them semi-closing goosegate where we are situated. The shop will be open as normal throughout the course of the work they are carrying out. Here is what the council have to say:

Sabbath Bikes

New in at Freewheel are Sabbath Bikes. These titanium framed road bikes certainly need to be seen in the flesh so please pop in and take a look. A demo bike is available so please ask staff for more details.

Trek Speed Concept

After three years of design and development Trek have just introduced their speed concept range of time trial and triathlon bikes. The models were launched on Saturday at the Amgen Tour of California's stage 7 Time Trial in Los Angeles.We think its best that Trek tell you all about the new line up so click here http://www.trekbikes.com/uk/en/story/sc9

Fixie Inc. 2009 Sale

Great prices on 2009 Fixie Inc. bikes! Models Available: Black Jack - Was £1500 Now £1250 Peacemaker - Was £1150 Now £950 Limited sizes available so please call us or pop in for details. For more about the beautiful Fixie Inc. bikes go to http://www.cycles-for-heroes.com/

Steve Peat : World Champion

Britain's Steve Peat ended a run of disappointment by securing the World Downhill Mountain Bike title. Peat, who has claimed four silver medals in the event, finally claimed gold in a thrilling race in Canberra. The Sheffield 35-year-old won in two minutes, 30.33 seconds, just 0.05 secs clear of Greg Minnaar while reigning champion Gee Atherton was sixth. "I have had such bad luck at the Wo...

Trek Ride+

Your power, plus. Imagine a world with no more hills or tired legs. Sweat-free, business-formal bike commutes now a possibility. Always riding at the speed you want. Thats the world that Ride+ creates. Ride+ can expand a person's world by breaking down the barriers of what is possible by bicycle.

An evening with S.I.S

We have S.I.S. (science in sport) attending the shop Wednesday 24th June.This is an evening event starting around 7pm and lasting for 90minutes whereby SIS Representative Michael Fish can give us all an insight into the SIS product range and correct usage of it. He will be on hand to give advice and training tips as well as product samples. This is a free event but we do ask people to call the sho...

Fi'zi:k Saddles

Test ride a fi'zi:k! We are now an authorised Fi'zi:k test centre! We have all the latest saddles in stock. If you wish to 'try before you buy' then drop in or call us and we'll arange a demo.

Specialized Helix Adaptalite

On offer now at Freewheel: Specialized Helix Adaptalite opticsDestined for greatness, the Helix provides the incredible performance of Specializeds' unique photochromic lens in a silhouette that cyclists of all types can appreciate.RRP: £100 NOW: £50 Thats half price whilst stock lasts Click here for more details

Paris to Nottingham

A city council leader is cycling from Paris to Nottingham to raise money for a memorial to a teenage victim of gun crime. Freewheel was approached by former council leader John Taylor and asked to supply a bike suitable for the Paris to Nottingham ride. The following link heads to the BBC website to show you the start of their charity ride.John Taylor is the one sporting the Freewheel top. Click H...

Great Notts Bike Ride 2009

The 2009 Great Nottinghamshire Bike Ride sponsored by Boots is scheduled to take place on Sunday 21 June 2009. The ride is open to people of all ages and abilities and riders are encouraged to raise sponsorship while they ride. Riders who raise the most sponsorship money will receive a prize and you can download your sponsorship form [PDF 110KB] here. Alternatively use online fundraising it’s...

Trek and Moseley win Round 1

British downhiller Tracy Moseley (Trek) turned 30 in style by winning the women's downhill race in 4:20.15 after Emmeline Ragot and Sabrina Jonnier of France surrendered the lead.The first world mountain bike event to be staged in Africa attracted 16,000 spectators over a holiday weekend to far exceed organisers' expectations, and a course that gave fitness equality with skill drew widesprea...

Easter Opening

Freewheel is open as normal over the Easter period...Good Friday...9.30am to 5.30pmSaturday...9.00am to 5.15pmEaster Sunday...ClosedEaster Monday...ClosedTuesday 14th...9.30am to 5.30pm"Happy Easter" from everyone at Freewheel

Open as normal

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On yer bike

A recent article on the Independent website was pointed out as being a good read, informative and useful. "Simon Usborne explains why now is the time to get cycling, while Olympian Victoria Pendleton reveals her training tips"Click here to go take a look