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What has dipped in price this week?

Lego

12% cheaper on average than last week

Rucksacks

15% cheaper on average than last week

Noise-cancelling headphones

9% cheaper on average than last week

Tents

15% cheaper on average than last week

Barbecues

13% cheaper on average than last week

Padded jackets

10% cheaper on average than last week

This is a good week to think about buying…

Kids’ bikes and folding bikes

If you’re one of the many Brits who has got into cycling over the past year, you may be interested to know that March is a great time to buy certain types of bikes.

Both kids’ bikes and folding bikes are at their cheapest in March. Buying now compared to the most expensive months of August and September can save you up to 60%.

Even certain accessories are cheaper in March so if you’re in need of bike lights, for example, check for deals ASAP!

This week, we reckon UK consumers will be buying…

Outdoor sports equipment

Anyone looking to take immediate advantage of the proposed March 29 reopening of outdoor sports facilities will be using this next week to order any equipment they might need.

We expect to see a surge in the number of clicks for tennis rackets, basketballs, footballs and golfing paraphernalia.

Demand for other fitness items such as walking and running shoes and road bikes is also predicted to remain high as many of us continue to keep up with the active habits we’ve developed during lockdown.