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Quella rides Critical Mass

Critical mass is often described as an ‘unorganised coincidence’. It happens when cyclists congregate in the same place at the same time and decide to cycle the same way together for a while. A social gathering to meet people and share stories from everyday life. On occasions, it offers individuals the platform to demonstrate more […]

PARIS-ROUBAIX | FEATURING GARRETT TURBETT

In December 2002 Garret Turbett was involved in a life-changing road accident. His neck broken in three places and his back in one, he was left with 80% paralysis in one arm. At 34 he became a para-athlete for his native country of Ireland. This is a story of overcoming adversity, a love for the […]

Elliot Jones | A Photographer on a fixie

‘This is my bicycle, there are many like it, but this one is MINE’ is a sentiment most cyclists are familiar with; your bike is precious and personal, a friend as much as a possession. Like a lover, it might have ‘issues’; a cranky personality, the occasional breakdown, and the ability to puncture your emotions […]

2 Wheel Gear | The brand that bikes to work

2 Wheel Gear was founded in Calgary, Canada with product manufactured using a borrowed sewing machine. 18 years later the brand is selling successfully throughout North America and has just landed in the UK for the first time as part of a partnership with Quella. The Fix finds out more: Reid, thanks for talking to […]

The Eroica Festival

L’Eroica is held on the Strade Bianche (white roads) of Tuscany. The term meaning heroism dates back to a bygone era when competitive riders would battle the elements on brutal cobbled surfaces compelling them to an iconic ‘god-like’ status. We talk to Gian Bohan, the founder of the Eroica festival in the UK, about this […]

A Single-Speed discussion with Tim Wiggins

Since a young age, Tim has always been interested in exploring the great outdoors. While doing so, he developed a real passion for cycling which led to the creation of his blog, ‘Life In The Saddle’. Following several years at Wiggle, Tim now showcases his challenges and adventures offering clear-cut, no-nonsense reviews. We speak to […]

MASTER WHEEL BUILDER | PETE MATTHEWS

In the good old days, wheels were as personal as a tailored suit. You bought them made on site at the shop you purchased your bike from and, if you raced, you had a pair of race wheels made by the local expert. When Quella Ambassador Garrett Turbett took on the Paris-Roubaix challenge he had […]