"Truly an example to local bike shops"

A review of On Yer Bike by Anonymous written on Tuesday 13th of March 2012

My experience with local bike shops in the past has left me rather bitter. I hate to say it as I really do want to support them over the massive chains that offer bicycle "repair". As a result I've ended up buying a load of tools and just learning to do it myself. However, I'm no expert and every now and then I need to go back to an LBS.

After coming to Leicester to go to university I heard about OYB from another cyclist and have gone in a few times since. Whereas other shops have done nothing but add on extra costs and rip me off for a poor job, On Yer Bike actually charged me less than quoted (an already reasonable amount) and gave my bike a free inspection, letting me know which parts were worn. It is clear this man cares for the bikes he works on.

There are lots of bits and pieces kicking around the shop - after mentioning that my sister had her wheel stolen he offered to give her a spare for free!

This shop sets the bar for others - friendly and helpful, not patronising, and passionate about the work done. I've not given up on bike shops yet..

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