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31 Dec 2011 00:00
Get Fixed in the New Year
For the stylish cyclist, a fixie bike is a great way to get around and stay fit. Halfords has a growing range suitable for men and women to enjoy for the new year and beyond.
Taking on the trend for colour blocking, Create offers a striking collection of trendy bikes. Available in five colours (blue, red, silver, black, and white), there’s a Create bike to for every fashion led commuter. Black and white female versions are also available, with a 46cm frame and sloping top tube. Priced at £399.99.
SE brings two models to Halfords: The SE Draft Lite Fixie is equipped with a Flip-Flop hub, an interchangeable chainring, removable brake cable clips, SE plastic grip end caps, and water bottle and mudguard mounts. Priced now at £279.99, was £349.99. Upgrade to the SE Lager Fixie for £429.99, complete with high profile double wall rims wrapped in 28C Vittoria Randonneur tyres.
For the budget led present with a retro style, the Viking Racemaster comes in at £199.99 and features a flip flop hub, and Promax alloy dual pivot calliper brakes.
For more information visit www.halfords.com*
Notes to Editors:
Availability throughout stores may vary, while stocks last.
Prices correct at time of release date
WHAT ARE FIXIE BIKES?
Quite simply, a bike with just one gear, and no freewheel, meaning it cannot coast. On a fixed wheel bike the sprocket is attached onto the rear hub, meaning the pedals are always in motions when the bicycle in moving.
WHAT ARE THE BENEFITS?
§ Enjoy a wonderful feeling of being freed from gears
§ Stop without using a braking just by resisting the rotation of the cranks and also ride in reverse
§ Keep fit - a fixie will work your legs more than a geared bike
§ A fashionable bike that's ideal for cycling commuters
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Halfords is the UK's largest bike and accessories retailer, with over 460 superstores. Our wide range includes road, MTB, BMX, town and trail and includes leading bike brands Boardman, Voodoo and Carrera. We build every bike purchased free of charge and also offer our customers a free six week safety check.
Halfords www.cycle2work.info provides a one stop cycle2work package for employers and employees. As the scheme's pioneers we are able to supply virtually all bike brands available in the UK through both our own stores and Independent Bike Shop partners.