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| ACTIVITY NEWS - BRECON BEACONS
Dear Customer,
Welcome to the first monthly email from Bikes and Hikes giving you the lastest news, offers and top tips for outdoor activities and mountain biking in and around the Brecon Beacons National Park.
Each month we will review products and activities, highlight upcoming events, offer monthly top tips, reveal the Brecon Barbarians cycle ride dates and routes, showcase product offers and run our monthly 'Where's Bob?' competition.
Your feedback is always appreciated as we would like to offer you informative news and reviews that will ensure you get the most out of your activities here in the Brecon Beacons and beyond! Referring us to your friends will help us spread the word!
Your sincerely,
Keith Lee, Bikes and Hikes
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MONTHLY COMPETITION: 'WHERE'S BOB?'
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BOB on LOCATION!
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How well do you think you know Brecon? Well now you can find out with our monthly 'Where's Bob?' competition! Brecon Bob is our newest recruit, as you can see in the photo on the left, modelling the new Plain Lazy clothing range in store! Each month, we'll be giving a prize away to a lucky winner who correctly identifies the exact location where our reliable and hard working Bob has been placed.
Have a look at the photo on the right for this month's location clue. Be as accurate as you can! If more than one person identifies the exact location then the winner will be drawn from a hat.
This month's prize is a fantastic Giro cycling helmet, with an RRP of £29.99!
Email your answers by return or to info@bikesandhikes.co.uk by 20th February to be in with a chance of winning this great prize.
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UPCOMING EVENTS - DEMO DAY
Bikes and Hikes are pleased to offer you the opportunity to make your own mind up whether 29ers are the way forward in mountain biking. The bigger wheels offer smoother, faster and more responsive handling. The lower bottom bracket height lets the rider sit deeper in the bike to boost stability and control. But enough of what we think! Why not view the video on the left and try the bikes at our special 'demo day'.
Date: Saturday 18th and Sunday 19th February 2012.
BOOKING is essential. Call the shop for details.
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PRODUCT REVIEW
Borrowing from its Sanskrit name meaning Immortal, the AMARA™ Helmet is one great all-mountain helmet. Bikes and Hikes now have samples of these great helmets which have an integrated camera mount. The amazing impact absorption construction, vivid stylish colours and comfortable fit makes this the shop choice of the month!
Samples in shop now. Available for order: £62.50.
- Ultra lightweight Polycarbonate Shell
- Low density EPS foam for impact absorption
- Integrated Airflow System with 17 Vents
- Expanded rear coverage design
- Breakaway visor
- Integrated Camera Mount for perfect filming (Cam version)
- Sizes: XS/S 52cm-56cm; S/M 54cm-58cm; M/L 58cm-64cm
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ACTIVITY REVIEW - CAVING
The great thing about caving is that there is a constant temperature throughout the year of between 7-9 degrees. So if it's getting too harsh for you above ground, why not come in from the cold and give caving a try. With a vast underground system, caving can be an enjoyable physical challenge or a stroll through high ceilinged cave system. For the weekend beginner or the seasoned adventurer, either way it's an experience not to be missed. Call us for a day out underground with our qualified instructors. (click here for details)
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Bikes and Hikes Workshop
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THIS MONTH'S TOP TIP
Gear Cables and Brake Cable: With winter conditions as they are, you need to be mindful of your gear and brake cables becoming exposed to the salt and grit. The red sand stone prevalent in the Brecon Beacons also causes many problems with cabling if bikes are not maintained. Here's our top tip to combat the corrosive effects on your bike.
V-Brakes: Unattach the v-brake noodle, slide outer casing down to expose the inner cable. Wipe this clean and drop wet lube inside the casing. Try the brakes 3 to 4 times to work lube into cable.
Disc Brakes: Take the wheel out and spray disc brake cleaner in between the pads. Run a cloth through gently to clean grit out. This will extend the life of your rotor and pads. |
BRECON BARBARIANS - JANUARY 2012
The Brecon Barbarians Cycling Club is a community based group of cyclist from all disciplines of the sport from BMX, road, mountain biking, touring tandems and commuters. There are regular club rides in all areas of the Brecon Beacons as well as across Wales. New members are always welcome.
Next club ride: Sunday 5th February.
Contact us if you would like to join us or would like more information about future dates and events.
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THIS MONTH'S OFFER is for a Basic Service worth £35. If you would like your bike serviced by a qualified Cytech mechanic then use this coupon and get 20% off. Offer valid in February 2012 only. See website for full details and terms and conditions. Forward this to a friend and share our great offer! Call us on 01874 610 071 if you're interested or if you have any questions regarding the maintenance services we offer in Brecon.
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| Offer Expires: 29th February 2012 |
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