Hybrid / City / Comfort & Electric Bikes

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The term 'Hybrid' usually refers to a bike that is a bit of an all-rounder and can be ridden on or off the road. Typically they will have features such as front suspension, suspension seatpost and adjustable handlebar stems and will have a more upright riding position than a purpose-built mountain or road bike. However, just to complicate things, there are three types of hybrid:

  • those with a 26" wheel like a mountain bike and are biased more towards off-road or comfortable leisure cycling
  • or those with a 28" (or 700c) wheel which are more biased towards road use
  • and those with a 700c wheel that are aimed at people who need an economical and efficient way of commuting or just getting around town

Whether you’re a committed enthusiast, born-again cyclist, weekend warrior, learning to ride, or looking to become a cycle commuter, we can help.

We don’t sell bikes over the internet but if you would like some friendly advice, and a bike that fits you, fully-assembled and ready to ride, come on down to the shop to discuss your requirements.

TAX FREE BIKES - Fancy a bike for half price? Check out the Mr Cycles Cycle to Work Scheme and save as you ride!

We also stock the superb new electric bikes from Giant. With their power-assisted ride, backed by the biggest bicycle manufacturer in the world, the electric bikes from Giant are sure to take you far!

We have a Giant Twist Express electric bike at our shop for you take out for a demonstration ride. Try before you buy. Just bring your photo ID and debit/credit card. See Giant's electric bike range: HERE.  

All of the bikes we sell are entitled to a free safety-check in our workshop approximately five weeks after purchase.

Click on the pictures below, or follow the links, to go to the manufacturers’ websites for more details on the bike of your choice.

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If we don't have it in the shop we can usually fetch it from the warehouse within two days.

All of the bikes we sell are entitled to a free safety-check in our workshop approximately five weeks after purchase.

Giant

Sedona_W Roam_3_W 

Giant offer the typical hybrid bikes in their Sedona and Cypress ranges, but if you're looking for one bike to fit all your cycling needs with a bit more performance you should consider the excellent Giant Roam range. For nipping about town and zipping home from work take a look the Escape. Prices start from £299. Click HERE.

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Marin

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A good example of a 26" wheel modern hybrid bike is Marin's Stinson. This bike will happily go where today's leisure cyclists want to go, but in style AND comfort. The Marin Stinson is one of our best-selling bikes. Need a faster hybrid? A Marin San Rafael or San Anselmo will take you from town to country. Something a bit lighter and faster still? That'll be the Larkspur and Kentfield. Prices start from £369. Click on the Marin logo or HERE for details.

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Trek

T30         Trek_7.3FX

Trek's T30 is an eternal favourite, with the 7700 range adding speed and comfort to the mix. For extra whizz on your ride to work you can't beat their 7.x FX range. Click on the Trek logo for details.

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