One in four Londoners are more likely to cycle after tube strikes – what it means for riders
Fettle | Wednesday 1st October 2025 2:15pm
The recent London Tube strikes left thousands of commuters scrambling for alternatives. But they also revealed something exciting: bikes are no longer a niche choice. They’re fast becoming London’s go-to way of getting around. According to reports: - Lime saw a 74% increase in bike trips during morning-peak time on strike days. - 28% of Londoners said they were considering cycling as a result. - 21% actually cycled instead of using disrupted public transport. That’s one in four Londoners more likely to pick up a bike when the Tube grinds to a halt — proof that cycling is moving from the margins to the mainstream.
The Problem With Bike Shops That Only Sell You Stuff
Fettle | Thursday 25th September 2025 9:49am
why cyclists deserve better than just sales talk Getting a bicycle repaired should be simple, but too often it feels like a chore. Walk into a traditional bike shop in the United Kingdom, and chances are you’ll be hit with racks of shiny new bikes, shelves stacked high with gear, and salespeople nudging you toward a purchase you weren’t planning on. But what if you’re not after a new bicycle? What if you’re a cyclist who just needs quick, expert bicycle repair to keep riding? That’s where the problem lies. Too many shops are set up to sell, not to fix. And that leaves cyclists stuck in the middle.
Are all e-bikes repairable?
Fettle | Tuesday 9th September 2025 2:06pm
E-bikes are one of the fastest-growing segments of the bicycle industry in the United Kingdom. More commuters, weekend cyclists, and families are discovering the freedom of powered pedalling. But with more choice comes more questions — and one we hear almost daily at Fettle Bike Repair Ltd is: “Can you repair all e-bikes?” The short answer: not always. Let’s break down why.
Why more commuters in the uk are switching to e-bikes
Fettle | Thursday 21st August 2025 3:30pm
Daily commuting in the United Kingdom has changed. Long queues, rising fares, and the grind of stop-start traffic have pushed many people to look for smarter ways to get around. Increasingly, they’re turning to e-bikes — a shift transforming both the cycling culture and the wider bicycle industry.
Cleaning your bike without ruining it
Fettle | Wednesday 13th August 2025 2:19pm
Whether you’re a weekend wanderer or a daily commuter, keeping your bike clean isn’t just about looking good — it’s about keeping you rolling smoothly and avoiding those “why is it making that noise?” moments. Do it right, and you’ll save yourself time, money, and hassle down the road.
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The 10-Minute Check That Could Save Your Commute
Tuesday 24th February 2026
Most bike problems don’t happen suddenly. They build up quietly — until one morning your gears won’t shift, your tyre’s flat, or your brakes feel wrong halfway through traffic. The good news? A simple 10-minute check once a week can prevent most of it. If your bike is part of your daily routine, a quick once-over is the difference between riding confidently and walking home pushing it. Here’s what to look at.
How E-Bikes Are Making Cycling More Inclusive For Everyone
Tuesday 20th January 2026
Cycling used to come with assumptions. You had to be fit enough. Fast enough. Confident enough. Live close enough. For a long time, that quietly excluded a lot of people. E-bikes have changed that. Not by replacing traditional cycling, but by widening the door. They’ve made cycling more practical, more forgiving, and more realistic for everyday life — and that’s why they’re becoming such a permanent part of urban transport.