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UK's Largest Cycling Exhibition Returns in February 2018

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UK's Largest Cycling Exhibition Returns in February 2018

Posted on 23 Jan 2018

The London Bike Show will return to ExCeL London this February, running from Friday 23rd - Sunday 25th.

This year's Show, which will be opened by Britain's Greatest Olympian and Science in Sport ambassador, Sir Chris Hoy, will again be bringing a vast array of features, special guests and the latest gear from leading cycling brands to appeal to road, mountain bike, urban and family cyclists.

Over 300 brands will be in attendance, including Boardman Bikes, Orange Bikes, Cannondale, Cervelo, Wattbike, Science in Sport and many more of cycling's biggest brand names, as well as several large cycling retailers.

The Performance Theatre will once again be packed full of special guest speakers from across the world of cycling. From your favourite cyclists and athletes, to coaches and others involved at the highest level. Speakers include Sir Chris Hoy, Chrissie Wellington and British Cycling's new protégé Tom Pidcock. A full schedule for the theatre will be announced ahead of the Show.

Sir Chris will be meeting and greeting fans on the Science in Sport stand on Friday 23rd, as well as speaking at the show again this year, with more guests to be announced ahead of the Show.

The UK's biggest freeride mountain bike competition, Air to the Throne will also be returning in 2018. This year's competition has been awarded Gold FMB World Tour status, meaning this will be the first time the UK has hosted a competition at this level. The planet's best riders, including British Number One Matt Jones and two-time Air to the Throne winner and World Number One,

From mountain biking to road cycling, the Show has all disciplines covered. The Black Label Collection will host the finest road cycling brands, where visitors will be able to explore latest bikes, frames, accessories, clothing and apparel from the most premium brands in cycling.

The Craft area is a further exciting new edition to the show. This will be a showcase and celebration of brands representing the uniqueness, craftsmanship and culture of cycling through bikes, apparel, accessories and art.

Also back for 2018 is the Tech & Innovation Lab, showcasing the most innovative new products from a range of startup companies.

As well as the hundreds of brands and loads of things to see, visitors will also be able to get in the saddle at the Show. There will be a wide range of bikes from the world's leading brands available for visitors to test in the Bike Arena, with road, commuter and electric models being on hand. Alongside the main test track will be a dedicated kid's test track, where younger visitors can try out the latest bikes on the market.

StreetVelodrome also returns again in 2018, giving visitors the chance to get involved in the action-packed thrill of track cycling, in the world's only pop up velodrome. Suitable for all ages and abilities, family and friends can go head to head at one of London Bike Show's most popular attractions.

Have any technical questions about your bike? From taping your handlebars to truing a wheel - there's nothing the Cytech master technicians don't know! Put them to the test with your questions at stand LB1300.

A ticket to the London Bike Show will also gain visitors entry to the Triathlon Show: London and The Telegraph Travel Show. Adult tickets cost £16.00, with concession tickets at £10.00, children 8 and under are free and 9-16 year olds cost £4.00. Booking fee applies per ticket.

Win a pair of tickets!

Want to be in with a chance to WIN a pair of tickets to the show? Head over to the Cytech Facebook page!

To be in with a chance of winning all you have to do is:

-> Like our Facebook page;
-> Like the competition post ; and
-> Comment with a maintenance topic you'd like to learn more about.

Entries must be made no later than 8th Feb ‘18, and winners will be picked at random on the 9th Feb '18.

For full T&Cs please see our website here: www.cytech.training/competitions/lbs18

 

For further information and to purchase tickets please visit www.thelondonbikeshow.co.uk

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