While our mechanics are all Cytech qualified and experienced with dealing with Shimano parts and systems, the teams at both stores have recently been certified by Shimano as offcial service centres, with access to all of the latest parts, training and resources. We don’t just service bikes, we care about them. We do whatever it takes to get you back on your bike. Whether resolving an issue or providing regular maintenance, our Shimano-trained mechanics use…
We have a job vacancy for someone passionate about bikes to join our team of mechanics at our Ashford store. This is a full time role with competetive pay and great training opportunities, offering a range of different bikes to work on from mid to high end. Take a look at the details below and send your CV along with a covering letter to: Ashford@activcycles.co.uk ACTiV Cycles is Kent’s premier independent bike shop with over…
Ensuring that your bike fits you properly is crucial for comfort, injury prevention and most importantly making it enjoyable to ride! If you can, we would always recommend having a professional bike fit, this a service we offer at both of our stores and its free with bike purchases in store. We’ll cover sizing and small adjustments here to make your life better on the bike. Bike fit is sometimes seen as a bit of…
Summer is well and truly behind us. The roads are wet, the trails are sloppy and the nights are getting dark. But that doesn’t stop us jumping in the saddle and clocking up the miles. With just a few adjustments to your set-up, your main machine will be safer, more practical and better performing in the wetter conditions and colder temperatures. It’s time to winterise your bike. Mudguards A practical touch that’ll help keep your…
Activ Cycles has partnered with Laka to offer you people-powered bike insurance designed by cyclists for cyclists – and a FREE 30-day free trial on us. These guys do insurance differently, offering protection from theft, damage and vandalism with faster payouts to get you straight back in the saddle. Laka have been voted best bike insurance provider for five years in a row and we love the way they do things. Read on to find…
