A bike Mecca in the Westend and despite being a tad on the expensive side-what they lack in low…read morecost they make up for in quality. Now I am no biker, I know very little about bikes, the world of bikes or even the world of bike shops. But the guys behind the counter are really friendly and made me feel very welcome as they explained the basics. If you are interested in buying then they will walk you through and they don't push a sale. Gear also sell all manner of bike accessories, from lights and helmets to pedals and pumps. If you ever find your bike in need of some love, they also offer bike repairs and tune-ups at a very reasonable price. Though because they are well known in the area you may have to wait a few days before it is ready. What I really love about the shop is the biker community vibe. They leave a pump outside the store for anyone to use and they have helped a friend of mine with his breaks for free. Gear also sell pocket cycle maps of where best to go for a bike ride in the city so if you pop by I highly recommend that you spend £5 on that little gem.

Gear of Glasgow is situated on Gibson Street and meets all your bike related needs. Childrens…read morebikes, mountain bikes, BMX bikes, all manner of bikes and even accessories for them too like little bells and reflectors. Do you have a bicycle puncture? Does your bicycle need a little bit of TLC? The look no further as Gear of Glasgow also do bike repairs too, all prices are very reasonable and the staff are friendly too.

This isn't the largest of bike shops and doesn't particularly offer a great deal of range limiting…read moreitself to selling primarily commuter bikes and doing repairs and services. Although there aren't that many bikes on offer, they do, however, manage to cover a decent range of bike types by avoiding duplication of similar styles and are on a par with the bigger bike shops in terms of pricing. Personally, I'd still go elsewhere to where you get more choice within each specific price range, but if you do live locally then you won't get a worse deal here, you just won't get the same range.

This is a relatively new bike shop in Edinburgh which opened on Leith Walk just in 2007. I had a…read morelook around about a week ago it seems well stocked with plenty of good quality bikes for both adults and children, as well as mountain and road bikes. They hire out good quality bikes for as little as £7 for half a day which would be very handy if you're looking to get around the city quickly in a a short space of time. Further, they repair buckled wheels, dodgy brakes, misfigured frames and fix the illusive mechanics of gear systems. You can also buy spare parts individually, such as suspension forks, disc brakes and new saddles which all allow you to do up your bike as you want it. The staff are all friendly and seem willing to lend their expert advice for all those looking to start out with a new bike or just improve the one they have.

Terrible company. Terrible sales team. Awful miserable Scottish way of dealing with customers. No…read morepeople skills and their bikes are very limited in their range. They claim the bikes are ready to ride but after purchasing one it came with it's chain unattached and missing nobs on the steering wheel tigtner. After returning the bike I was told I won't be given a replacement or an alternative and to take my custom elsewhere. All because I complained. This Krister Sandberg guy that works in sales has been in the job 30 years and thinks he is above everyone. Old fashioned and zero sales etiquette. DO NOT shop with them. They portray themselves as the John Lewis of bike stores but really there are MUCH better companies out there. PS: I am trying to verify my review but there is no section to leave my order number. However I shall leave it here: Your Invoice #1000009720 for Order #1000013605

I'd been searching for a bike for some time. I knew what I wanted - a ladies' frame hybrid, with…read morehydraulic disc brakes, suspension, and the space to fit mudguards and panniers. I didn't think this was asking for the moon really, but according to what was available in other Glasgow bike shops, it seemed that this was a big ask, without spending a fortune. That was, until we went to Dales. Dales are fantastic! They have a huge range of bikes, and we spotted one straight away that seemed as though it might be ideal. We were very quickly helped by Lynsday. She established exactly what I was looking for, what sort of cycling I'd be doing, and what sort of price range I had budgeted for. Lyndsay was clearly a bike enthusiastic, and knew her bike stuff inside out - we were very impressed at her knowledge, and her friendly and helpful manner. Once she'd established that our chosen bike was the right size, she let me go for a test ride. It was pouring with rain, so Lyndsay and Simon very sensibly stayed inside while I hurtled up and down the street for a very quick test ride. I didn't need any longer though - as soon as I got on the bike, I knew it was the one for me. Once we'd made the decision to buy, Lyndsay continued to be super helpful. She showed us mudguards, with more detail than I could have thought possible about mudguards, and the various pannier racks and pannier bags. We didn't feel hurried at any point, even though the shop was very busy, and were very happy with the options we chose. When I returned to collect my bike (they were building me a fresh out the box one and fixing on the various bits), Lynsday was there again to help, making sure I was totally happy and comfortable on the bike before riding it off into the sunset (rain). I'll be taking my new bike back to Dales for its 2 month service when it's due, and Simon was so impressed with the service that we received, that he'll be taking his bike in for a service too. The whole process of choosing, testing and buying a bike at Dales was very easy and actually enjoyable. I would recommend Dales first time every time to anyone looking to buy a bike.

Have been a few times to this skatepark over the last few months and had a consistently awesome…read moretime on each visit. Even though I'm pretty rubbish so far I've never been scoffed at or felt unwanted and park regulars have been happy to watch me ride and give little tips and tricks Staff are super friendly and chatty. Park is well maintained and foam pit is always open. At night there is no cafe to get snacks so bring snacks and drinks with you. Kit bags can be stored on the mum and dad benches right beside the track and I've always felt safe leaving my semi valuables in my bag there. Was particularly impressed tonight when a member of staff (Pete I think) challenged me to a shot in the foam pit. Me?!? Scary stuff! However I like to live by 'if it's not scary it's not fun' so I was game for a wee adrenaline buzz. Normally they would charge for personal tuition but this lovely man coached myself and two other adults into the pit. He even got a backflip out of one of us! Please give it a try if you're up for a laugh. BMX, scooters and skateboards can be rented from staff. Lessons can be booked if you feel really unsafe. You'll have a great time. Just remember a helmet - brains are important!

I have only recently got back in to cycling in the last year or two and I have had nothing but…read moreexcellent service from Alec and Kirsteen, you can really tell Alec has extensive knowledge in his craft and Kirsteen too. Whether I have needed just a general service or whether I have brought my bike in because something just wasn't right, I have been very happy with the repairs. Only a few weeks ago, I took my bike in as my gears weren't shifting smoothly and my brakes seemed a bit stiff, since the repair and getting back out on my bike, its like a brand new bike! Thank you Helensburgh Cycles, you have a lifelong customer and friend!

I've been going back to Helensburgh Cycles for coming on for fifteen years now, having bought…read moreseveral bikes and countless parts in that time. For a compact shop, there's a good selection of low to mid-range road & mountain bikes on display, as well as a plethora of accessories, clothing and helmets to browse, too, and what isn't in the shop can be ordered in. The real value of a local bike shop is the quality of customer service and after sales care, though, and it's here that Helensburgh Cycles truly shines. Alec & Alexis will take the time to offer advice on what's best for your bike or style of riding - often with a hot cup of tea to go with it. If you have a technical problem that Alec can't talk you through, "Just bring it in!" he'll say, and you can drop your bike off for some TLC. Alexis is great when it comes to sorting out the kids bikes - she treated my daughter like a princess when we went in to buy her first bike, which was built and collected a couple of hours later along with a free gift. Whether you're local to the area or just passing through on the way to a ride, it's well worth your while to pop in and stock up on spares or energy supplements before heading off on a ride. If you're going by car, turn up Maitland street and park off to the right, although you can park right outside the shop for drop-off and collection purposes.

On Your Bike is probably the largest bike rental spot in Millport, but it's not the only one…read more However, they do have a range of bikes, from tandems to an adult tricycle to the now infamous (amongst my friends at least) conference bike--a seven seater monstrosity that has novelty value only. The sheer range of rental options and very central location (right next to the landmark Ritz Cafe) make it a safe bet. However, I was a little put off by the vast assortment of childish t-shirts, pins, etc referencing a wide range of adolescent interests like pot smoking. Pot smoking is fine if that's what you're into, but only people under the age of 19 decorate their homes and selves with marijuana-emblazoned paraphernalia. It seemed very out of place for Millport and for a bike rental spot. Also, the conference bike is a tourist trap and a ripoff. Don't rent it. We were lured by the sheer silliness of it, but in the end it's extremely difficult to ride which sucks all the fun out of having it. Also, if you rent it for a twenty minute "fun run" it's £3, but if you rent it for an hour it's £30. That does not add up.

Hello this the manager of On Your Bike,we would just like to clear up any misunderstanding caused…read moreby this review.Our conference bike is £3 per person for a fun run not £3 in total,this would make the total £21 for 20 mins making it a lot cheaper renting by the hour.With regards to the "pot smoking" merchandise,we used to stock lighters and Rizla papers which we no longer stock as we felt it wasn't in keeping with cycling.We hope this clarify's the situation thank you for your review all comments welcome good and bad.

My wife and I were looking forward to riding bikes when we visited Edinburgh. We were very glad to…read morefind Sean at Pedal Forth. Just make sure you follow the sign around behind the "horse carriage" to find the entrance to the shop. Sean was knowledgable and helpful offering a range of well maintained bikes, free maps and lots of local knowledge. The shop's location offers a range of riding options. We could have ridden into the city center, along the shore of the "Firth of Forth" but chose to ride the trail along the "Water of Leith." We had a great time. Returning the bikes was easy.