What to look out for with eye-wear at Merlin.
At Merlin we’re lucky enough to have plenty of choice when it comes to eye-wear, but what does it really come down to when choosing your next pair of glasses?... Read more.
Race season prep is tough – Here’s how to get ready with Merlin
With the race season nearing, what should you actually be doing to make sure you’re at your best between the tape? 100% Brisker Cold Weather Gloves These 100%... Read more.
The most vital piece of kit? Exploring Merlin’s Helmets
Any keen rider should know just how important a helmet is in keeping your head safe when out on the bike. At Merlin, our hefty selection is sure to have something... Read more.
Introducing The Merlin Cycles Rivington Brewing Co. Racing Team
Introducing The Merlin Cycles Rivington Brewing Co. Racing Team – a multi-discipline road, gravel and triathlon team set up with the sole aim of having some... Read more.
Ridley Bikes – The Most Popular Choice of Merlin Staff
Merlin and Ridley Bikes go hand-in-hand. With a long association of producing top quality bicycles, and the choice of many pro-riders, it is no surprise that the... Read more.
First Review – Magicshine SeeMee R300 Radar Tail Light
Thanks to Magicshine, we were sent an early example of the new Radar Tail Light. Shaun from Goods In has been testing it out for us and gives his thoughts below.... Read more.
Castelli Gabba R Jacket – The Best Just Got Better
Now in it’s 6th generation the legendary Castelli Gabba takes Foul Weather Race Protection to a new level. Making use of a brand new fabric technology, the... Read more.
The West Lancashire Ronde Reliability Ride – A Grand Day Out
The hardest ride I have done on the road since the Sydney Olympics – Nick Craig On Sunday 16th February 2025 Lancashire Road Club ran their first ‘reliability... Read more.
Goods In – New Year, New Products
A New Year is always an exciting time. We are past the shortest day, the evenings are getting a little bit brighter and we can smell Spring on the horizon. As we... Read more.
Staff Bikes – Andy’s Kinesis GX Race Gravel Bike
Take a look at what the staff at Merlin are riding! In our first Blog, we take a look at my newly built Kinesis GX Race gravel bike. As one of the Purchasing Team... Read more.
The Best Christmas Gift Ideas for Cyclists
Christmas is fast approaching, and if you’re looking to buy the cyclist in your life something for their stocking (or treat yourself!) have a read below to... Read more.
Grab a Coffee – 5 Minutes with UCI Champions League Track Cyclist – Jair Tjon En Fa
Fresh from the UCI Track Champions League round in Apeldoorn, and ahead of the London round this weekend (6th and 7th December) at Lee Valley Velopark, we catch... Read more.
Grab a Coffee – 5 Minutes with DMR – The New Deathgrip 2 MTB Grip Launch
With the reworking of the iconic Deathgrip mountain bike handlebar grip, Merlin Cycles sit down for a coffee and a chat with Mark Noble from DMR to go over all things... Read more.
The Best Winter Cycling Products at Merlin Cycles
With the first cold snap of the year, we take a look at some of the best winter cycling products at Merlin Cycles to keep you riding all through the chillier weather.... Read more.
Grab A Coffee – 5 Minutes with Crono Shoes
Merlin Cycles have worked with Crono for a number of years now. We were impressed with the range and quality of their workmanship from the first day we saw them,... Read more.
Product Review – Castelli Espresso Winter Kit
The Castelli Espresso range was expanded this Autumn with the addition of a number of products perfect for the cooler months. Through the summer months, the Espresso... Read more.
Goods In – Autumnal October Products
The weather has certainly changed here in the North West of England, and so have the products coming through the Goods In guys. The short sleeves have been replaced... Read more.
How to Wax Your Chain – The Ultimate Guide
How to wax your chain is perhaps one of the most asked questions we get here at Merlin Cycles in our shop. Thankfully Silca have made life a lot easier with their... Read more.
The Best Way to Combat Winter and Keep Cycling
As the long, dark winter approaches, read my top tips for the best way to combat winter and keep cycling throughout the colder, wetter months. Riding through Winter... Read more.
Grab a Coffee – 5 Minutes with Lezyne
In the latest installment of our chats with the brands we stock, we catch up with Mark Robinson, the European Territory Manager from Lezyne to chat lights, pumps... Read more.
Goods In – September Sizzlers
September brings the change of the seasons and at Merlin we are all set ready for whatever winter can throw at us – though this week has been an absolute dream... Read more.
Which Is Best? The Shimano Dura Ace Showdown
Dura Ace Di2 is the pinnacle of Shimano’s groupset offerings. As used by professional riders in Pro-Tour Teams, it features lightweight materials, incredible... Read more.
Grab a Coffee – 5 Minutes with Merlin Rider & Pro BMX Racer – Ross Cullen
In the next in our series of 5 Minute Chats, we catch up with Merlin supported rider, Pro BMX Racer and Preston based rider Ross Cullen. A product of the famous... Read more.
Bike of The Week – Felt AR Advanced Ultegra Di2
This weeks Bike of the Week is the incredibly stunning Felt AR Advanced. Fitted with a 12 Speed Shimano Ultegra Di2 groupset the bike is designed to deliver aero... Read more.
Grab a Coffee – 5 Minutes with QUOC Cycling Shoes
In the first of our Coffee Chats series with the brands that we stock, we catch up with Brad Shenton from QUOC to give us an insight into the cycling shoe brand.... Read more.
Goods In – August’s Amazing Arrivals
It’s peak cycling season, and we want to share with you some of the exciting new products to have landed here with our Goods In team here at Merlin over the... Read more.
Bike of The Week – Felt Broam 30 GRX Gravel Bike
We take a closer look at our Bike of the Week – the Felt Broam 30 with the new Shimano 12-Speed GRX groupset. A solid option for any rider looking for a multi-use... Read more.
Be In Complete Control – Reverse Components
We catch up with one of our resident mountain bike riders, Rob, who’s been putting some of the Reverse Components Nico Vink Signature handlebars through their... Read more.
The Best Pumps for All Budgets
A good bicycle pump is an essential tool for any cyclist to have. Ensuring your tyres are correctly inflated results in a much better ride quality, improves grip,... Read more.
Revealing the UK’s Most Beautiful Gravel Cycling Trails
The summer and early autumn months offer the ideal weather conditions for gravel biking — a thrilling, off-road experience for the adventurous cyclist. Initially... Read more.
Joyful July – Exciting New Products at Merlin Cycles
As the Tour de France makes it way through the stunning French countryside, and Cavendish has already taken the record 35th Stage Win, we take a look at some of... Read more.
Cross is Coming…Your Complete Introduction to Cyclocross Racing
Whisper it quietly, but the start of the cyclocross season is not that far away. Riders up and down the country will be prepping their cross bikes, gluing on new... Read more.
Gravel Goodness – New Arrivals This May
Dry dusty trails. Longer, warmer evenings. We’re stoked to finally be getting out on our gravel bikes now the drier weather is here, and our Buying Team have... Read more.
The Best Bib Shorts from Castelli
A look at some of the best bib shorts from Castelli... Read more.
Bar Tape – The Most Important Contact Point?
Bar tape is perhaps an overlooked part of the bike, but as one of only three contact points between you and your ride, we take a look at some of the best options... Read more.
First Look – Endura GV500 Gravel Cycling Clothing
Founded in Scotland, Endura have been making cycling clothing for over 30 years. Keeping up with the growth of gravel cycling, the GV500 range from Endura is an... Read more.
The Giro d’Italia Brand Special
A look at some of the Italian brands used in the Giro d'Italia.... Read more.
April Round-Up – What’s New at Merlin Cycles
Take a look at the new and exciting products to have arrived at Merlin Cycles this April.... Read more.
Long Live the King – the New Panaracer GravelKing Range
To celebrate the iconic tyres 10th anniversary, Panaracer have launched a completely new range of GravelKing products. We take a dive into the whole range seeing... Read more.
First Look – Silca Ultimate Chain Waxing System
A first look at the Silca Chain Waxing System including all of the products recommended for achieving ultimate results... Read more.
Continental GP5000 Tyres – Which is The Best?
Without a doubt, the Continental GP5000 has long been the best selling road bicycle tyre since it was first launched in 2018. Since then, the range has grown, and... Read more.
What To Take On Your First Gravel Event
With the explosion of gravel cycling and events such as Dirty Reiver just a few weeks away, we look at what essentials should be taken whilst out on a big gravel... Read more.