A Dream Build

BMC Roadmachine 01

A dream build for a customer we did this month:

  • 2023 BMC Roadmachine 01 Mod v1
  • ENVE SES 6.7 wheelset with Chris King hubs
  • Shimano Dura-Ace R9250 Di2 12 speed groupset
  • ENVE SES handlebars
  • BMC ICS2 stem
  • Selle San Marco Shortfit 2.0 saddle
  • Vittoria Corsa Pro TR
  • Garmin Rally RS200 dual pedals
  • Ceramic Speed OSPW
  • Lizard Skins bartape
  • Bike size was determined on our bike fitting jig and the bike build was completed with a full bike fit.

Filming and editing by Nick @ Oaklane.uk

New headset bearings anybody?

Headset and pivot bearings are prone to two things: grease wear off and dirt ingress. As such, they require regular servicing to keep the bike running smoothly. Not only does this cost money to the rider, but in the case of bikes with integrated cable routing (which a lot of high-end road and TT bikes have nowadays), it also costs a lot of time to the mechanic.

CeramicSpeed SLT Bearings – why are they important?

Featuring an oil-encapsulated solid plastic polymer and stainless-steel materials these bearings are self-lubricating, corrosion-resistant, and maintenance-free – making them more resilient than ever.

What about corrosion?

CeramicSpeed are confident that corrosion will be kept completely at bay. This is thanks to the combination of the outer seal and the solid polymer, which makes it almost impossible for water and contaminants to penetrate the SLT Bearings.

What if my SLT bearings fail?

Test results for the CeramicSpeed SLT pivot bearings have seen 300% better durability than traditional bearings. So much so that your SLT bearings are now likely outlast your frame.

As a result, CeramicSpeed have decided to introduce their Lifetime Warranty to their SLT bearings, ensuring unrivalled performance for years to come.

Are they available yet?

Yes. CeramicSpeed first rolled out their SLT bearings as OE parts for Factor and more recently for Colnago’s C68 launch.

Now, they are rolling out SLT bearings as after-market products for several bikes. Notably Colnago’s C64, V3RS and G3X, but also Scott Spark, Pinarello F12, Orbea Orca Aero Avant Terra, Factor O2, Cervelo P5 and more…

Shimano Safety Notice

In our workshop we have seen a couple of failed Shimano Ultegra cranks, so finally Shimano has initiated a voluntary inspection and recall of the potentially dangerous cranksets. In short: if you have a pre-July 2019 bonded 11-speed Hollowtech II cranksets it’s worth checking if it’s due for a free replacement.

The problem with the cranks is that the outer cover can potentially separate from the main arm body. Shimano will replace any cranksets that fail the inspection process free of charge.

You can do the check yourself – the detailed instructions can be found here: bike.shimano.com

… or simply drop in to see us in the workshop and we will be able to help.

Easter holidays 2023

The workshop and bike fitting studio will be closed from 3rd to 10th April 2023. Looking forward to seeing you all after the Easter holidays.

For Sale: Vielo V+1, the perfect adventure package, £4,490

Vielo V+1 in it’s element

Fancy an adventure? This bike may be the one you need.

  • Vielo V+1 Alto Size L Blue Stone/Rock Salt
  • Shimano GRX 1x11s mechanical groupset
  • Vielo 90mm stem + 420mm gravel drop bar
  • Vielo crankset with 172.5 cranks and 42t chainring
  • DT-Swiss G1800 wheelset
  • WTB Riddler 700x45c tubeless tyres
  • Fabric saddle and bartape
  • £4,490 (bags included)

Happy new year!

Let us make your cycling more enjoyable in 2023

Fulcycle wishes you a happy new year and we are looking forward to seeing you in 2023.

We apologise if you were not able to book an appointment with us in January, we have been unusually busy this month but are taking bookings for February.

Don’t wait until the Spring for your bike servicing – book now!

Shop Closed

On Saturday, 12th November 2022, Fulcycle will be close for the day. We will be back to normal working hours on Monday 14th November. Apologies for any inconvenience this may cause.

Fulcycle closed 19 September 2022

On Monday, 19th September 2022, the day of her Majesty Queen Elizabeth II’s funeral – as a mark of respect Fulcycle will close for the day.

We will be back to normal working hours on Tuesday 20th.

Vielo Presentation @ Fulcycle

Vielo V+1 RCUK 100 2018

When: 17th September 2022, 2pm

Duration: 1.5-2 hours

Where: Fulcycle

Who: Ian Hughes, Vielo Director

Price: Free

Ian Hughes, Vielo Director

Ian has kindly accepted our invitation to come to Wheatley and tell us more about his new company. Don’t miss this fantastic opportunity to learn more about this indie boutique brand which stands out from other corporate manufacturers. You will also be able to see their beautifully designed bikes and appreciate their truly unique vision of the future of road and gravel bikes.

Use the form below to sign up for the presentation. Spaces are limited – sign up now!

The presentation is free and we will provide refreshments.

The presentation has now been postponed until next month. Watch this space for future annoncements.

See you soon!

Vielo Plus One

Vielo R+1

You may have already heard of Vielo – the newest highly acclaimed British bike brand. Their bikes not only look stunning, but also ride like a dream and we can say this from our own experience.

Vielo bikes come in two models – the R+1 for the road and the V+1 for the gravel rider. Both types of frames are designed specifically for 1x groupsets, allowing for wider and stiffer bottom bracket shell. This means that more of the power from your legs goes directly to the rear wheel, instead of being lost due to flex in the frame. There are also additional small features which we really like – the metal heat deflector shields near the brake rotors, the beautifully crafted Vielo cranksets and bars, and the very clever location of the seatpost clamp bolt, to name just a few.

Bikeradar.com Gravel Bike of the Year runner up award.

Not surprisingly Vielo V+1 was chosen as a runner up to the prestigious Bikeradar.com Gravel Bike of the Year competition, ony to be overtaken by Giant, yet ahead of big brands like Cube, Cinelli and Cervelo.

We were lucky to meet Ian Hughes, the founder of Vielo, at the Core Bike show and spent a long time chatting. His bikes really impressed us and we were very keen from the start to begin selling them in our workshop. Of course you can buy one yourself directly from Ian’s website and I’m sure you will not be dissapointed, but what we are offering is a little bit extra. With every bike purchase from us you get a free bike fit, so even before we place the order for your bike we will know what size frame, stem, cranks and handlebars you need. We will also build the bike for you for free.

Ian Hughes visiting Fulcycle

From experience we know that riding a Vielo bike is going to put the biggest grin on your face and you will love every ride on it. The specifically designed carbon frame and uncomplicated 1x transmission are trully ingenious and will give you years of trouble free riding. The bike fit we offer is going to save you worring if you are getting the right size frame and components. And if you are still unsure – come to the Vielo presentation this September (details to be anonced soon), so you can see the bikes for yourself and have a chat with Ian.