Manual & Electric Bikes, Service & Repairs
GTech Escent bottom bracket A customer came in with their GTech Escent mountain bike for a service. I noticed that there was significant play in the bottom bracket and advised that it needed replacing. The drive sensor is actually built … Read More
COVID19 – SITUATION UPDATE FOR CHRIS’S CYCLES 23rd July 2020 Whilst obeying strict social distancing rules, we still want to provide a service as best we can to our customers, so the following guidelines are how we will operate for … Read More
Tannus Armour has arrived Tannus Armour is a revolutionary new product that will make your tyres virtually puncture proof. 2 common punctures are: SHARP OBJECTS whether it’s glass on the city roads, large thorns on country paths or sharp rocks … Read More
Tannus Aither 11 airless tyres Tannus Aither 11 airless tyres are compatible with any clincher rim. Most bicycle rims nowadays are clincher. This is the metal beading on the inside of your rim that holds the tyre onto the rim. … Read More
Wisper e-bikes We now have stock of some models of Wisper e-bikes on display. Wisper are great quality bikes that are assembled here in the UK, and come with 3 choices of battery size (on most models) – 375wh, 575wh … Read More
KTM Electric bikes now in stock! The KTM Electric bike range is awesome – these are quality machines made in Austria, using the Bosch mid drive system (many of the range using the CX Performance motor which gives you huge … Read More
A message from Julie and Malcolm of New Street Cycles, Bishop’s Castle: We are sorry but our cycle shop has now closed ….. please read below for assistance if required. Customers with any e-bike warranty issues please contact the manufacturers … Read More
We have now been appointed dealers for KTM bikes (ebikes) and will be stocking selected models, but any of the bikes in the range can be ordered depending on availability at the suppliers. KTM is an Austrian company known the … Read More
Pedal Repair This little pedal repair job came in today. The customer had noticed that the spring pressure had gone on one pedal and the cleat would not stay clipped in. They were decent pedals that were otherwise in perfect … Read More
Exciting changes at Chris’s Cycles We are currently going through some changes and a bit of a refurb in the barn display area so that we can get things better organised. Once the mezzanine floor is in and finished the … Read More
Morpher Folding Helmet – the world’s first folding helmet Morpher Folding Helmet was invented to make cycling safety easier for everyone. It is the world’s first flat folding helmet. Morpher folds & unfolds quickly and simply, so it’s perfect for … Read More
Article copied from Daily Mail, makes interesting reading http://www.dailymail.co.uk/health/article-5478347/Cycling-holds-male-menopause-reveals-study.html Cycling is good for you
Puch recycling to single speed This little Puch recycling to single speed project came about when I was approached by a customer, who has a Giant carbon framed road bike, that he is now using for commuting in the south … Read More
Summer Madness Claud Butler Clearance Sale! Reserve any bike now with a 10% deposit We have some amazing prices in the Claud Butler clearance sale. Lots of bikes to clear and make way for new models. Get in quick because … Read More
Winter Riding At this time of year, the days are so short, and even in the daytime it can be murky enough to make visibility very limited. With that in mind I am constantly amazed how many cyclists I see … Read More
Finger on the Pulse part 2 By April this year (2017) he had managed to clock up around 2000 miles on the bike but had unfortunately had suffered a couple of broken spokes in the rear wheel. I called VOLT … Read More
Finger on the Pulse part 1 In late 2016 we sold a VOLT Pulse X to a customer who likes to go out cycling every day, but wasn’t fit enough to do so on a standard bicycle. He already owned … Read More
Tandem Tribulations Part 5 Tandem Tribulations Part 5 – The tandem was duly returned to my workshop after the trial runs with the disc brake set up on my old frame looked promising. Whilst I was experimenting with various … Read More
Tandem Tribulations Part 4 I assumed that this would be the end of the story, problem solved, but a few weeks later I had a call from Bob – they had enjoyed a couple of outings on the tandem, but … Read More
Tandem tribulations part 3 Tandem Tribulations Part 3 Next up was the gearing – as I mentioned, the old arrangement was downtube shifters with a sachs rear mech and freewheel (6 speed) but as the new shifter / brake levers … Read More
Tandem Tribulations Part 2 Once the bike was in the workshop, the stripdown commenced, so within a couple of hours it was just piles of bits spread around in various places. Needless to say, the cables were all corroded after … Read More
BOSCH approved repair centre We are delighted to announce that Chris’s Cycles are now a BOSCH approved repair centre for all e bikes that use the Bosch mid-drive motor system, in addition to selling the excellent range of Gepida e … Read More
Tandem Tribulations Part 1 Just occasionally, you get a repair to do that baffles, challenges and infuriates you in equal measures, and this was definitely one of those occasions. Fortunately I enjoy a challenge, because the end result is … Read More
Safe Riding in Winter or when visibility is bad Safe riding in winter – at this time of year, the days are so short, and even in the daytime it can be murky enough to make visibility very limited. With … Read More
Clearance bargain – Universal full suspension MTB. Not the prettiest bike around, it has some areas of cosmetic rust. However, all mechanical parts have been serviced and cables and grips have been replaced. This bike rides as it should. £35, no … Read More
Cheap Bikes for Sale – NEW Claud Butler Bikes at sensible prices! Beware of purchasing cheap bikes, brands that you’ve never heard of. We sell new Claud Butler bikes at sensible prices. Our bikes are all assembled by an experienced mechanic. … Read More
A successful and enjoyable day spent at Kington Horse Show on 10th September 2016. Thank you to everybody who came and met us. As space was restricted we only took our range of electric bikes with us. You are always … Read More
Visit Our Trade Stand, Kington Show 2016 This year, Chris’s Cycles will have a trade stand, Kington Show, Herefordshire. We will have on display a range of bicycles, accessories and parts for you to buy on the day. Or you may … Read More
Huge Choice of Electric Bikes Models Available Electric bikes are now a huge booming business in the UK. There is a staggering choice of models and makes, some excellent, some good and some probably not so good. Hence your choice depends … Read More
Cycling Proficiency? Yes, it’s that time of year again when your children will be doing cycling proficiency at school. Is their bike legal and safe / roadworthy? Do you need to get them a bike if the one they have … Read More
So our weather is finally improving. Your thoughts have turned to (legal) outdoor activities that you can enjoy in the sunshine. Naturally, cycling rates high on that list for many people as it a (relatively) cheap hobby for most. It’s good for your health … Read More
This Saturday, 5th December 2015, is ‘Small Business Saturday’ Where all small local businesses throughout the UK are spotlighted in an effort to boost and promote the service that they offer compared to the faceless national or international chain stores. … Read More
Newly Appointed VOLT™ Dealership We are proud to announce Chris’s Cycles have recently been appointed as a Dealer for VOLT™ Electric Bikes. Volt™ Bikes is a leading UK electric bikes manufacturer. They are focused on producing high end, stylish, affordable electric bikes. Formed in 2008 VOLT™ … Read More
Electric Bike Repair: A customer brought in his Kalkhoff Sahel Compact for an electric bike repair. He said ‘the chain was slipping’. We quickly ascertained that this was not the case, and it was in fact something not connecting in the … Read More
Newly Appointed Claud Butler Dealership We have been appointed as a Dealer for Claud Butler Bicycles. Claud Butler are one of the UK’s leading manufacturers of quality bikes since 1928. A wide range of bikes from children’s balance bikes, … Read More
Here at Chris’s Cycles we are working on final improvements to our new Chris’s Cycles website…. Our new Chris’s Cycles website is in the process of being constructed………. and will include an online shop for cycling accessories, which can be delivered UK-wide. Such as, … Read More
Apologies - visitors by appointment only - see our Covid-19 policy under 'Posts' tab Dismiss