HumanForest Vs TIER Vs Lime: Which London Electric Bike Is Best? (Updated October 2023)

London’s electric bike revolution has transformed the way we get about the capital.

And with car ownership declining and the ULEZ expanding again to cover the entire city as of August 2023, London’s electric bike hire schemes are becoming increasingly vital.

All of which begs the question: Which of the London electric bike services is the best?

Single-Speed Bikes: What Is A Single-Speed Bike, And Why Are They Useful?

Put simply, a single-speed bike is a bike with only one gear ratio. That means it has no shifters or derailleurs, as you can’t change gear. For many cyclists, that might instinctively sound like a terrible idea – but there are plenty of situations in which the simplicity and ease of use of a single-speed … Read more

The “Fixie”: What Is A Fixie Bike?

A fixie (fixed-gear bike) is a bicycle with one gear and no freewheel — meaning the cog is bolted directly to the rear hub, so the pedals always turn when the rear wheel turns. You can’t coast on a fixie. They originated as track-racing bikes (still used in velodromes today) and crossed over to street … Read more