I visited On Your Bike whilst doing some research for a uni project and the chaps there were more…read morethan happy to indulge me in their bike knowledge and show me their range of bikes and locks, which helped a lot. Situated in Digbeth Birmingham, On Your Bike is a great place to seek some bike knowledge and also offers bicycle rental which is rare I think. They have an impressive array of stock and are very helpful when it comes to advice. Despite the cheeky name On Your Bike offer a very professional service and no altitude if you're uncertain of what you're looking for in a bicycle.

A bike store stocking products to meet all of your cycling needs whether it be a new bike, of which…read morethey stock a great range of road, mountain and hybrids. They have a huge range of bike components so if you're performing some maintenance on a current model they're likely to have what you need in stock, or will be happy to order it if one of their suppliers stocks it. They offer an in-depth fitting service to ensure your bike is fine-tuned to your very personal bio-mechanics. Bike rental is also available from here if you wish to explore the city centre on wheels. If you don't trust yourself putting a spanner to the intricate mechanics of your bike, they offer servicing too. It is a one-stop bike store with most of the gear that you need to nurture and make the most of your two-wheeled companion.

In my my years of cycling I have never had the pleasure of dealing with such a lovely bunch of…read morepeople! Me and my partner always attend the demo days which are an amazing day out regardless of your skill level and we come away from these blown away by how much we learn. I have also just built my dream bike with the help of Matt, he was there to answer all my questions no matter what time of day it was or how silly the question might seem. His knowledge about bikes blows my mind!! Honestly, what these guys have done for mountain biking (both locally and across the UK) is truly remarkable!

Sherwood pines cycles is a well stocked shop in the centre of sherwood pines forest park. There is…read morea good selection of bikes to hire with kids bikes and tagalongs for the kids or full suspension demo bikes from the likes of Orange if you want something more serious. They have a wide selection of bikes for sale from Orange, Cube, Scott, and Merida and with trails on the doorstep you can normally arrange to try before you buy. The staff are helpful and knowledgeable and will make sure you get what you want not what they need to shift. They have a workshop and good mechanic if you manage to break your bike whilst out on the trails and the service prices are reasonable and comprehensive.

A good bright shop with all types of bikes and a brilliant workshop with mechanics that know what…read morethey are doing.

I highly recommend Bollington ebikes, tours and hire…read more The tour guide Tom was a great friendly personality with a matching high degree of knowledge of the local landscape and cultural sites that really immersed me in the beautiful English countryside around Bollington. He allows you go at your own pace and after making suggestions, you decide the general route and which sites that you want to see most. Also after the organized tour, you are free to take off on your own. Also the pedal assist with e-bikes makes going up those hills all the more enjoyable. Even the location of the start right around the corner from the Hollin Hall Hotel was perfect and very convenient. It is only a 2 minute walking distance from the hotel Five out five stars, couldn't be any better!

A true gem in the crown of Northamptonshire, a really well maintained country park with a path…read morearound the resorvoir which is approx 7 miles long. The cycle shop sells, rents & repairs cycles for all ages. As the track goes around the water there's no steep hills to climb. A fantastic day out. plenty for the kids to do also.

Many improvements have been made at Pitsford recently, with the help of a grant from the Millennium…read moreFund. This was used to create 'access for all' at Pitsford Water and has led to the creation of £1.5 million development at Brixworth Country Park.

On a recent trip to the olde country I took my Ebay purchased bike to these guys for a 3 speed gear…read moreservice and installation of an accessory. They were very professional and prompt in their service. After the service, I enjoyed many an hour cycling around Leicester and environs. The bike now resides happily in the USA. The bike store looked very cool with 'custom' built and recycled urban bikes for sale.

What a great idea! Bike hire and repairs on a barge in Brindley Place!…read more This is a permanently moored barge just below Bank restaurant that has a hatch for you to go and hire bikes or get some general repair work done. The guys I chatted to were really helpful and gave me all the information I needed to return and get a bike next weekend The bikes are £3 per hour or £12 for the day which I think is reasonable but just a note, you need ID and 24 hours notice if you need more than one bike for some reason. Expect some canal side pub reviews soon.....