5 REASONS YOU MUST GO TO THE CYCLE SHOW 2019
Now in its 18th year, the Cycle Show at the NEC in Birmingham is the best place to check out the latest bikes and kit from a host of top brands, pick up some expert tips and rub shoulders with some famous faces. Here’s why you should be checking out this year’s event, taking place from 13 to 15 September…
2 ROAD TEST TRACK
The show has extended the Road Track, supported by
CyclingPlus, for 2019 to help give you a better feel for the ride. This is your chance to try some choice road bikes from great brands, including the highly acclaimed e-bikes from Ribble – the Endurance SLe and Ribble Hybrid ALe, plus the brand’s exciting new Endurance SL and SL R road bikes that you’ll have to power yourself.
4 TR AVEL TIPS
If you’re looking for a new two-wheeled challenge, are fed-up with the same routes or are looking for the ultimate week or weekend away, then you’ll love the show’s Destination Zone. Here you’ll discover companies o ering supported and self-guided tours, training weekends, bike hire and cycling routes across Europe – and further afield including India, Nepal and Cuba.
1 HOTTEST NEW BIKES & GEAR
Bikes already confirmed include Cannondale’s brand new CAAD13 and SuperSix EVO Hi-MOD and Pinarello’s Dogma F10. Other brands exhibiting are the likes of Colnago, Focus, Ribble, GT, Rose, Condor and Genesis. There’ll be plenty of components (including Campagnolo), clothing and accessories on display – and this year’s Retail Hub will be 20 per cent bigger!
3 CYCLING HEROES & EXPERT ADVICE
Former hour record holder Graeme Obree, CCC Liv's Ashleigh Moolman Pasio, and ex-Team Sky rider Philip Deignan will be there to share stories from the top, plus riders from the Madison-Genesis domestic team will be on hand to dish out tips, while cycling author William Fotheringham is sure to have some interesting tales. More speakers to be announced in the weeks ahead…
5 VIP LOUNGE
For the ultimate experience, treat yourself to a VIP ticket. Benefits include: fast-track show entry, priority booking onto the Road Test Track, a complimentary copy of CyclingPlus (RRP £5.50), access to the VIP Lounge, a free cup of co ee, goody bag and meet and greet opportunities with pro-riders and celebs. Tickets cost £40 in advance of the show. Visit cycleshow.co.uk.