Journal

  • Behind the design: Our Wicker Bicycle Baskets

    Workmanship is really important to us at Hill & Ellis and our bicycle baskets are no exception. As we enter the picnic season we thought we would tell you all about our bike baskets...
  • The 5 things you need to know about cycling in winter

    The Winter is setting in; the temperature is dropping and the frost is beginning to form. But despite this winter really is a wonderful time to cycle...
  • 10% of our Profits donated to FareShare this half term

    No one should go hungry, so this half term, we will be donating 10% of our profits from all cycle bags and bicycle baskets sales to Fareshare.
  • Interview with shoe designer Tracey Neuls

    As lovers of great design we have admired Tracey Neuls shoe designs for a long time. Their Geek shoes, crafted in reflective fabric with a strong moulded rubber sole, have been on the lust list for urban cyclists since their creation 15 yrs ago. So as the Autumn days offer beautiful cycling weather (most of the time), we have teamed up with Tracey Neuls for a reciprocal offer.

  • 6 reasons why your kids should cycle at University!

    Have you just dropped your child at University? Cycling is a great way to travel at University and investing in the vital cycling kit will last longer than their degree. Here are 6 reasons why you should support your newly fledged kids to cycle at Uni. And the basics they need to get going.
  • What to wear to cycle with style?

    Are you taking to the saddle to avoid the crowds and the germs of public transport or the gridlock of the roads? Great, you are going to love it.

    Founder, Catherine Ellis has compiled her list of some of the best independent cycling brands creating functional & stylish clothing and kit for cycling to work. And there is no lycra in sight.

  • The Top 5 Bicycle Films to Watch During Lockdown

    Looking for films to binge on during lockdown? We have put together our list of Top 5 films about cycling that you can enjoy from the comfort of your own sofa. Only 5 I hear you cry? I know there are many others we wanted to put down but if it's a five seater, it's a five seater!  In at NUMBER 5:...
  • The ultimate cycle ride snack! Pip & Nut's nibble-able protein cakes

    It's not a bike ride without a road side snack. If you are out for a weekend bicycle ride or just after a healthy snack for your pedal commute home you can't go wrong with a Pip & Nut nut butter cup. We've spoken to the team at Pip & Nut ahead of their cookbook launch to get some of their best snack recipes for cyclists.