We’re clearing out our entire stock of Planet X and On-One demo bikes. New and nearly new bikes at bargain prices. What’s more, we’ll include a FREE Level 1 bike fit with each bike if you collect from our Bristol Studio. Watch the website next week for BIG news about our new brands.

Planet X Stealth Pro Carbon – SRAM Rival – Medium – Red – Model B Wheels – £999 – WAS £1099 BRAND NEW NEVER RIDDEN

Planet X Pro Carbon Tracck – XS – White – £749 – WAS £899

Planet X RT-57 – SRAM Red – Medium – Black and Red – £1699 – WAS £1999

On-One Whippet – 18″ SRAM X9 – White and Black – £1275 – WAS £1499

Planet X SL Pro Carbon – SRAM Rival – Large White – £849 – WAS £999

or make us an offer, we might even say YES!

Preparations are under way for this years Triathlon Show (formerly TCR) at Sandown Park race course on 2nd to the 4th of March. This years show promises to be bigger and better than ever and has gone “triathlon specific” for 2012 and Bike Science will be there in force! Meet our fitters, see a wide range of Planet X and Van Nicholas bikes and book a bike fit.

Order any Planet X, On-One or Van Nicholas bike from Bike Science at this years show and we’ll include a FREE Retul Level 2 precision bike fit worth £184.99 with EVERY BIKE

Combine the best value bikes with the best bike fit available for the ultimate ride.

Free bike sizing consultations are available throughout the show opening times…

Friday 2nd March – 2:30pm to 7:30pm

Saturday 3rd March – 9:30am to 5:30pm

Sunday 4th March – 9:30am to 5:30pm

We’re taking TWO fitting jigs this year due to last years demand. Sizing sessions are FREE and by appointment

CLICK HERE TO:- BOOK AND RESERVE YOUR SLOT

Don’t want a bike? No problem.

Come and see us at the show to talk about bike fitting, test ride Cobb, Prologo or Adamo saddle, plus more bargains to be announced before the show.

February sees the release of two of our most exciting new bikes for 2012, one for the road, one for time trials and triathlons – BOTH FAST

The Planet X Exocet 2 replaces the award winning Exocet and offers even further refined aerodynamics for the ultimate in speed.

The Planet X N2A sees the aerodynamic features of Planet X’s time trial frames meet their expertise in road bike design with their first aero road frame.

At Bike Science our aim is to make sure each and every client gets the perfect bike for them.Every client receives a FREE sizing session by our expert fitters before purchase on our adjustable fitting jig and and FREE set up on the bike once the bike arrives (or a half price precision Retul bike fit if you prefer).

Exocet 2 – £2299.99 – SRAM Force components with Planet X Pro Carbon 82/101 Wheelset

N2A – Spec and prices to be announced (details expected soon)

Sizing sessions currently available at Bike Science Bristol and Bike Science Derby (we’re working on getting Planet X bikes to Darlington and Tunbridge Wells)

BOOK A FREE SALES CONSULTATION ONLINE NOW

BRISTOL BOOK HERE

DERBY BOOK HERE

We’re happy to announce the forthcoming opening of our North East of England region Bike Science fitting studio.

Bike Science North East
Unit G4 Morton Park Way
Darlington
Co Durham
DL1 4PQ

Proposed Opening Date – Mid December 2011

LOOK OUT FOR OUR OPENING MONTH OFFER – REDUCED BIKE FIT PRICES THROUGHOUT THE OPENING MONTH

All fits at Bike Science North East will be performed by Retul certified fitter Andy Sedgwick.

Andy has been involved in cycling from the early 90’s and then started competing in triathlons around ten years ago. He has raced at national and international events over varying distances and has represented Great Britain at age group level and raced the illustrious Abu Dhabi International Triathlon in 2011. Andy also competes in road races and local crit and TT’s.

Andy is coach at the recently formed Darlington Tri Club, is a qualified Biomechanics Trainer, Sports Massage practitioner and British Cycling advanced mechanic. Andy is a Retul certified bike fitter and has trained extensively with Bike Science head fitter Andy Sexton.

Bike science North East will be opening in December at the Triology Multi sport Studio in Darlington. Precision bike fitting will be complemented by Wet suit fitting, Sports massage and Biomechanical assessment on an appointment basis.

For more information or to enquire about a bike fit CONTACT US

Yesterday saw Bike Science – Planet X team riders Lisa Greenfield and Paul Horsfall perform our first ever metabolic profiling sessions at Bike Science Bristol. Jon Riley of TrueZone testing visited to show us the “New Leaf ” metabolic profiling system in action and give our team riders the opportunity to gain valuable information on which to base their early winter training.

The testing procedure is non-invasive (no blood samples are taken) and works by comparing the levels of carbon dioxide in the air with the levels exhaled by the rider as they perform at a known level of output. The test involves a sub maximal ramp test (there’s no falling off the bike knackered or throwing up in a bucket unless you REALLY want to go that hard). During the test, the rider  is asked to pedal at a steady power output (Powertap power meters are used to ensure accurate power measurement). At regular intervals the intensity is increased as the rider’s exhaled air is sampled. The New Leaf system then records and determines the following…

1. Power Output

2. Heart Rate

3. Number of calories burnt per minute at each intensity

4. Percentage of calories obtained from carbohydrate metabolism at each intensity

5. Percentage of calories obtained from fat metabolism at each intensity

This information is absolutely key to any athlete intending on competing in any aerobic sport.

Training intensity and calorific requirements can be accurately calculated allowing the athlete or coach to perfectly tailor their training to suit their fitness levels and goals.

Treat yourself to your best season ever in 2012 by starting your winter training with ACCURATE information.

Bike Science are offering metabolic profiling testing in Bristol on Saturday the 26th of November – open to ALL LEVELS of rider at any level of fitness.

CONTACT US TO BOOK YOUR SESSION NOW – £95 Per Rider – LIMITED AVAILABILITY

This is more than just a race report to cover my Kona experience. With regard to the actual physicalchallenge the swim was hard as I was in a large pack and we were all swimming at the same paceso there was lots of jostling around in the choppy water. The bike went well it and for the mostpart I felt strong and biked well within my capability. It was of course very hot, breezy along thecost and very windy turning off the coast up the turnaround. At Hawi I served a four 4 minutepenalty for drafting (on a climb!!) along with 20 other cyclists, there were big groups on the courseso drafting on the hills was a problem. My vision started to go at mile 80 and I had developed ablinding headache and a ferocious thirst, I attempted to take on board more fluids from this point onbut my stomach was cramping. I made it into transition and headed out on the run but I knew I wasin trouble. My vision was very poor and my legs and feet were cramping badly. I made it to mile 4before I was overcome. Fortunately the Doctor who had been looking after Julie Dibbens was closeby and I was shipped off to Medical to fro the treatment of the hypoglycaemia.
However if the truth be told the reason why I DNF’d at the biggest event of my life was down toarrogance, this was the first race I had started really believing I had a chance to do well. OrdinarilyI make the start line hoping I make it round but with my performance in Lanzarote and a summerof hard and focused training I had an over inflated feeling of self belief. This led me to make baddecisions I didn’t monitor my fluid intake on the bike, I didn’t eat anywhere near enough. I didn’tacclimatise properly, I underestimated the affect the humidity would have and I didn’t hydratewell or fully prepare the days preceding the race.I had begun to believe my own hype and it is thisthat makes it hard for me to climb on that plane home tomorrow and face my friends and familywho have provided the most amazing level of support I have ever experienced. I feel like I have letthem all down and if I had been more humble then I would be greeting them with a result to beproud of rather than limping back with excuses!!!So the most important lesson I will take from thisexperience is that I remain an (almost middle aged) woman from Tetbury who swims, bikes and runsa lot because it makes me smile and feel alive. I will come back from this stronger, more focusedand with a renewed understanding of what it takes for me to achieve my goals, and who knows Imay find myself back on these shores again……..”

Why put up with off the shelf when you can have custom built?

We recently got asked by a client if we could build a fast, light, single speed road bike. Why not? The result…

Planet X SL Pro Carbon Single Speed Custom – “Black Beauty”

Planet X Model B Wheels

Easton Bars

Shimano 105 brakes and chainset

Conti GP4 Seasons Tyres

Planet X SL Team Stem and Seatpost

So whatever your budget and whatever you want – CONTACT US and we’ll build and fit your dream machine!

A fresh batch of demo bikes from Planet X and On-One just landed in our Bristol showroom!

The only location in the South West where you can see, test ride and be accurately fitted for Planet X and On-One’s extensive range of bikes.

Each bike purchased from Bike Science includes a FREE 45 minute pre-purchase sizing session and a FREE set up on the bike upon collection (or half price Retul fit on collection). Our appointment only service guarantees you’ll get the advice you need AND THERE’S NO CHARGE.

READ MORE AND BOOK AN APPOINTMENT NOW – Bike Science showrooms in Bristol and Derby

Here’s what’s new…

Planet X Uncle John – SRAM Rival Build – £999

Planet X update their classic cross frame. The perfect entry level crosser or winter training bike

Guerciotti Lyra Cross SRAM Force- £1199

A stunning cross racer with a classic Italian pedigree

On-One 456 Carbon SRAM X9 Build – £1499

Award winning long travel carbon hardtail with stunning SRAM X9 drivetrain

On-One Whippet SRAM X9 Build – £1499

Lightweight cross country racer – High performance SRAM Shifting

Planet X SL Pro Carbon Rival – £999

Cycle to work favourite – great value all carbon frame with SRAM Rival shifting

Planet X Nanolight SRAM Force – £1299

A REAL race bike at an unbeatable price.

Planet X Ti Sportive SRAM Force – £1499

Titanium mile muncher for the perfect winter ride

On-One Macinato Fixie -£799

Italian inspired high spec fixie road machine

Team Bike Science Planet X rider Lisa Greenfield jets off for Hawaii today for her first crack at “The Big One” – The Hawaii Ironman world champs. The course should suit Lisa’s biking power. With an age group win at the Lanzarote Ironman behind her already this season, we’re excited to see how her first race in Hawaii goes. Follow Lisa’s progress on our facebook page throughout the week. Go Lisa!!

“Well there is just over a week to go before the big race on the big isle. I am now officially in “taper” and i’m going completely mental, managing to fill my days with work stuff but find myself dreaming in every other spare minute of what it’s going to be like bumbling along behind the awesomeness of the Wellington, Dibens and the like. Final sessions are going well and feeling really strong and positive, let’s see of that remains as the countdown continues….Any top tips from previous Kona participants would be gratefully recieved LG”

This weekend saw Team Bike Science – Planet X prove that our long distance boys and girls can still go FAST over the short stuff too. If you’ve never competed at the National Triathlon Relay champs at Holme Pierrepont in Nottingham, then you’re missing out. The weekend always brings some fast fun and top class racing and this year proved to be no exception.

Team Bike Science- Planet X entered teams in both the mixed and mens events. Racing started on Saturday morning with the mixed event. We knew we had a super strong team for this one with Ironman Lanzarote top 10 finisher and biking powerhouse Lisa Greenfield, Sub 9 hour Ironman Jules Hatcher, European elite long distance medalist Alice Hector and the team’s resident short distance specialist (and team manager) Paul Horsfall.

The team exited 2nd from the swim, powered into the lead on the bike and almost hung on for the win in a nail biting finish with strong runners Team Blue Seventy TFN bringing it home in 1st place by less than 40 seconds. Stunning stuff!

The mens event kicked off early on Sunday with our team being a bit of an unknown quantity. Hywel Davies just back from a brilliant win at the European long distance age group champs, Ironman veteran Mark White using the event as a sharpener in his build up to the upcoming Challenge Henley Ironman distance event, Elite duathlete Oli Mott and Paul Horsfall stepping in AGAIN as a last minute replacement for our resident army boy Edd Charlton Weedy, who’d done a mystery disappearing act muttering something about “top secret” and “If I told you, I’d have to shoot you”.

With Hywel’s legs still heavy and his back crocked after the Europeans, Mark in mid Ironman build up, Paul “a little sore” from the previous days efforts and Oli admitting at the twelfth hour that he didn’t really know how to swim, we weren’t holding out for a runaway victory, but these boys are racers, and race they did!

Exiting from the water in 16th place, the team let loose on the bike to haul themselves up to 6th position by the time the first runners hit the tarmac. The team chased hard throughout the run leg and managed to pull up another two places, just missing out on a podium slot by 1 minute after Oli (who we knew could run a bit) putting in a stunning 16 minute final 5k.

All in all, a great weekend, with great racing. We’ll be back next year with an even stronger team gunning for more podium spots. See you there!