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BRAMBLE BIKES
Bramble Cottage Skelton Penrith CA11 9SQ Enquiries please email: bramblebikes@gmail.com PHONE: 01768 484174 OPENING HOURS Mon Closed Tues-Fri 9am-5.30pm Sat 9am-12pm Sun Closed Can't make it within these times? We are always happy to open early or stay open late if we can, just let us know how we can help. Collection and delivery is available too. |
At the crossroads in the centre of the village (Dog and Gun pub) head in the direction of Ellonby/Lamonby for approximately 200 metres. We are a few metres down a small side road on the left.
Bramble Bikes Testimonials
Hi Andrew,
Just wanted to say that the ride home was brilliant and the bike felt like new, probably better than new. Thanks you for the great service and fixing up my bike that was long over due.
Regards
Simon
Recommendation from cycling friend. Felt slightly gullible after another cycling establishment in The Lakes suggested various parts plus new wheels were needed. Reassured straight from meeting Andrew that the wheels could be serviced. Feels like I have a new bike. Thankyou Andrew, I would recommend you over anyone for the quality of your customer service as well as the bike service.
John
Hi Andrew,
Thanks for fixing my bike, big difference and the gear indexing is perfect. I am very pleased, thanks again.
Sally
Hi Andrew
Apologies for the late reply as I've been away on holiday.
Just wanted to say thank you so much for your reply. Thanks to you I've been able to reattach the caliper and have the front brake working fine. This after I had taken the bike to a local bike shop and they had advised me the caliper and lever were trashed, and tried to sell me a complete new set of (Inferior Clarks M2) brakes and relive me of £90 for the privilege.
I'll certainly come to you guys in future when ordering any further parts. You're a gent.
Kind regards
Jim
My bike felt like new this morning, efficient, quiet braking, slick gear changes. To celebrate l took it up Kirkstone! Thanks Andrew.
Anth
Dear Andrew,
Wheels arrived safely today. Fitted tonight ready for ride on Ynys Môn tomorrow.
Both are running straight and true and the hubs are really smooth.
Hope to deal again with you.
Diolch yn fawr, Dewi.
Hi Andy
thought I would drop you a line to say what a brilliant job you did on the servicing of my road bike. I gave to you a tired looking three old bike and collected what looks like a new stead. As for the ride what a difference.
In my mind you are a pro friendly and above all extremely helpful on your specialised subject. You are the person for bikes.
Alex P
Hi Andrew
Just a quick note to say thanks for the wheels, they look great.
Took them out on a first ride yesterday on the Moulton’s maiden voyage.
The whole package road beautifully.
Thanks again.
Rhid
Hi Andrew
Just a big THANK YOU for all the work on our bikes - they are all running brilliantly. Have finally had a few outings on my MTB after far too long - lovely!
Sally
Hi Andrew,
Just a note to say a huge thanks for the work done to my son's bike - he is absolutely thrilled with it, it looks like new and he hasn't been off it since! Thanks again for keeping us all cycling!
Sarah
Hi Andrew,
Just a quick note to say that the new gearing has behaved faultlessly, both on my shake-down run on Wednesday and on the sportive at Thirsk on Saturday. Whilest Sutton Bank was still the usual slog up the 25%, it was a lot easier to keep the pedals spinning.
Regards, Austin
Hi Andrew
Got my bike back thank you. I didn't recognise it- it looks like new and goes so much better, well impressed.
Thank you,
Clare
Hi Andrew,
What a huge difference!! You can see where all your work has gone. The bike is probably better than new and I am so pleased that you have managed to stop the front mech rubbing on the chain in the top cogs. It just shows how things get out of sync and you just get used to them.
Many thanks, Austin
Thank you Andrew.
Great job done. A VERY satisfied customer!!!!!
Rod
Andrew,
Just to let you know, a few weeks ago you serviced and made some improvements to my old trek 2.1 Alu road bike.
Well on Sunday it got me round the Fred whitton 112 miles of the lakes without missing a beat the gears were faultless and the brakes impeccable (they needed to be on those decents).
Against some much newer and more expensive steeds it held its own your service was invaluable many many thanks.
I was ok with 8hr49min its my first 100 miler so didn't know how I would fair but I will be honest the bike could go round again I could not! Cheers Andrew be round later in the year,
Phil
Andrew
I have just returned from an outing on my bike. In my view you did a brilliant job so marks out of 10, 12. Very many thanks for transforming my bike for me.
Finally I hope you all have a very enjoyable and relaxing holiday in Scotland.
Thanks again
Alex
Andrew
Didn’t get chance to use the fabulously refurbished bike this weekend but went out on it today.
It would be remiss of me not to let you know that I am really impressed it rides better than it ever has done - those wheels are a lot faster and I really think I can tell the difference with the wider tyres. Plus the gear changes (which I thought were alright) is much slicker plus the additional touches - you have touched up that bit of paint that was missing off the head tube and added a chain guard and free bottle! - Amazing!
Plus what do you use for cleaning I have never got it that clean!
Thanks again I will continue drumming up some more trade but you looked busy enough anyway.
Thanks again.
Regards
Tony
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Hi Andrew,
Just thanking you for the work on my bike - in particular the bottom bracket. After picking the bike up, I did a ride with the cycle club - 79 miles through the Lakes from Greystoke taking in Uldale, Embleton, Lorton, over Honister to keswick, then Threlkeld, Troutbeck, back to Greystoke but carried on to Calthwaite before returning home near Dalston. The bike behaved perfectly throughout.
Another rider had similar problems with his bike that I had on mine The bike shop he uses have so far been unable to sort his bike out. It may be an idea for him to bring his bike to you.
Many thanks,
Ian
Hi Andrew,
Just a note to let you know how much I am loving my new 1-11 drivetrain! I've ridden over a variety of trail conditions since it was changed and haven't once regretted making the switch! The wider bar is also awesome.
Thanks again for your great work and service!
Sue
Hi Andrew,
Just a quick email to say thanks again for sorting my bike out. Only had a quick run out on it, but it rides like a new bike - I cannot wait to get out on the fells on it.
Cheers mate
Tony
Dear Andrew,
Just to say a big thank you for the excellent service you provided last weekend. The bike ran very smoothly for the ride on Monday and Sarah and I completed the Fred Whitton in 12 h 5 minutes.
I will certainly use you again and recommend you to others.
Thank you again.
Sally
Look out for our fully serviced, quality used bikes on ebay
Great bike, very quick postage and well packaged, thanks very muchmdc_79 ( 80) During past month
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Specialized Rockhopper 19 Inch Mountain Bike Fully Rebuilt (#161977031639)£224.95
Exactly as described, great condition. Highly recommended.kag268 ( 95) During past 6 months
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Hi Andrew,
just a quick email to say Thank you for your help this morning. I am pleased as can be with bike I bought from you, a massive improvement from the H******s piece of rubbish it replaced. I have been out on it most of the afternoon covering around 40 miles or so and couldn't be happier. Just sorry you aren't closer to my home or I would definitely bring this bike and my road bike to you for service.
Thanks again
Steve.
Hi Andrew,
Rock’n’roll—we’re on it!!!
Many thanks.
Best Regards,
Mel
Andrew was recommended to me by a friend. I dropped my bike in for a full service. Andrew went over the bike and gave a no obligation free quote. He was clear about what needed to be repaired and those things that would need to be looked at in the near future. Needless to say, I left my bike in the capable hands of Andrew. I have, since the service, taken my bike out. Brilliant, it's like riding a new bike. Will definitely be using Andrew's services again.
James via Facebook
Hi Andrew
Just a quick note to say thanks again for the bike, we are really pleased with it and the service we received.
Best wishes
Richard
Hi Andrew
Thank you for the work you did on the Enigma - I am very pleased with it. I forgot to say to you that if you ever need a “positive” reference then I would be happy for you to pass my details on and give one.
John
Hi Andrew,
Just want to thank you for the excellent job you did on my bike. Did a 50 mile club run into the Lakes yesterday. The bike was a dream.
Thanks,
Ian
Thanks for the messages. I must remember to check them more often. The bike arrived as promised, in plenty of time for my daughters birthday. She loves it, thank you.
Katy via Ebay
Hi Andrew
First off road outing for the bike for I guess 20 years.
Everything worked perfectly.
Thanks
Jamie
Dear Andrew,
Just a quick thanks for the work completed on the rear disc brake of my mountain bike. It works better than it ever did!
The bike looked fantastic when I collected it. Thanks for the valet. Your service is quick and efficient. I will certainly be recommending your services to others.
Best wishes Simon
Andrew
Gear shifting is now as smooth as silk after the meticulous job you did for me whilst I waited at your workshop on Monday. It's like riding a new bike the difference is amazing!
Jeff S
Eden Valley Group CTC
We made it! Thanks Andrew for the excellent work on the bikes & for helping us with the right kit in preparation for our C2C ride.
The bikes ran perfectly - from Whitehaven to Tynemouth 145 miles covered. Thank you from Sarah and Rachel!
Sarah, Penrith via Facebook
The most reasonably priced service I have ever had; set my brakes and gears up perfectly for a very difficult sportive.
Kate via Facebook
Fantastic service today from Andrew, really helped me out with the brakes on my son's bike.
Julian via Facebook
Andrew,
Following us finally meeting yesterday I just wanted to send you a short email to say a MASSIVE thank you following my purchase of a mountain bike from you. The price was extremely competitive and its condition was beyond my expectations, even from the detailed description that you gave. However, I have to say how very impressed I was with your communications and the service, especially as I live a fair distance away and even gave you a slightly incorrect mobile number initially – you made a real effort to re-establish contact and kept me informed all the way through our dealings. I’m sure I will enjoy the bike and I will have no hesitation in popping in to making use of your workshop whenever I am in the Lakes, and need quick and friendly service.
Good luck in your new venture.
Tony B, Darlington
I have recommended Bramble Bikes to all my local climbing and cycling friends. Andrew did a superb job of fixing up about a half-dozen old bikes that needed attention. Now whenever the family or visitors come there are plenty of bikes to borrow - all in perfect working order. Being close to Skelton he collected and returned in record time and all the work was extremely good value!
Dave in Motherby
We welcome your testimonials, comments and questions
bramblebikes@gmail.com
Hi Andrew,
Just wanted to say that the ride home was brilliant and the bike felt like new, probably better than new. Thanks you for the great service and fixing up my bike that was long over due.
Regards
Simon
Recommendation from cycling friend. Felt slightly gullible after another cycling establishment in The Lakes suggested various parts plus new wheels were needed. Reassured straight from meeting Andrew that the wheels could be serviced. Feels like I have a new bike. Thankyou Andrew, I would recommend you over anyone for the quality of your customer service as well as the bike service.
John
Hi Andrew,
Thanks for fixing my bike, big difference and the gear indexing is perfect. I am very pleased, thanks again.
Sally
Hi Andrew
Apologies for the late reply as I've been away on holiday.
Just wanted to say thank you so much for your reply. Thanks to you I've been able to reattach the caliper and have the front brake working fine. This after I had taken the bike to a local bike shop and they had advised me the caliper and lever were trashed, and tried to sell me a complete new set of (Inferior Clarks M2) brakes and relive me of £90 for the privilege.
I'll certainly come to you guys in future when ordering any further parts. You're a gent.
Kind regards
Jim
My bike felt like new this morning, efficient, quiet braking, slick gear changes. To celebrate l took it up Kirkstone! Thanks Andrew.
Anth
Dear Andrew,
Wheels arrived safely today. Fitted tonight ready for ride on Ynys Môn tomorrow.
Both are running straight and true and the hubs are really smooth.
Hope to deal again with you.
Diolch yn fawr, Dewi.
Hi Andy
thought I would drop you a line to say what a brilliant job you did on the servicing of my road bike. I gave to you a tired looking three old bike and collected what looks like a new stead. As for the ride what a difference.
In my mind you are a pro friendly and above all extremely helpful on your specialised subject. You are the person for bikes.
Alex P
Hi Andrew
Just a quick note to say thanks for the wheels, they look great.
Took them out on a first ride yesterday on the Moulton’s maiden voyage.
The whole package road beautifully.
Thanks again.
Rhid
Hi Andrew
Just a big THANK YOU for all the work on our bikes - they are all running brilliantly. Have finally had a few outings on my MTB after far too long - lovely!
Sally
Hi Andrew,
Just a note to say a huge thanks for the work done to my son's bike - he is absolutely thrilled with it, it looks like new and he hasn't been off it since! Thanks again for keeping us all cycling!
Sarah
Hi Andrew,
Just a quick note to say that the new gearing has behaved faultlessly, both on my shake-down run on Wednesday and on the sportive at Thirsk on Saturday. Whilest Sutton Bank was still the usual slog up the 25%, it was a lot easier to keep the pedals spinning.
Regards, Austin
Hi Andrew
Got my bike back thank you. I didn't recognise it- it looks like new and goes so much better, well impressed.
Thank you,
Clare
Hi Andrew,
What a huge difference!! You can see where all your work has gone. The bike is probably better than new and I am so pleased that you have managed to stop the front mech rubbing on the chain in the top cogs. It just shows how things get out of sync and you just get used to them.
Many thanks, Austin
Thank you Andrew.
Great job done. A VERY satisfied customer!!!!!
Rod
Andrew,
Just to let you know, a few weeks ago you serviced and made some improvements to my old trek 2.1 Alu road bike.
Well on Sunday it got me round the Fred whitton 112 miles of the lakes without missing a beat the gears were faultless and the brakes impeccable (they needed to be on those decents).
Against some much newer and more expensive steeds it held its own your service was invaluable many many thanks.
I was ok with 8hr49min its my first 100 miler so didn't know how I would fair but I will be honest the bike could go round again I could not! Cheers Andrew be round later in the year,
Phil
Andrew
I have just returned from an outing on my bike. In my view you did a brilliant job so marks out of 10, 12. Very many thanks for transforming my bike for me.
Finally I hope you all have a very enjoyable and relaxing holiday in Scotland.
Thanks again
Alex
Andrew
Didn’t get chance to use the fabulously refurbished bike this weekend but went out on it today.
It would be remiss of me not to let you know that I am really impressed it rides better than it ever has done - those wheels are a lot faster and I really think I can tell the difference with the wider tyres. Plus the gear changes (which I thought were alright) is much slicker plus the additional touches - you have touched up that bit of paint that was missing off the head tube and added a chain guard and free bottle! - Amazing!
Plus what do you use for cleaning I have never got it that clean!
Thanks again I will continue drumming up some more trade but you looked busy enough anyway.
Thanks again.
Regards
Tony
Quality used bikes sold on ebay
A great bike for the price, well prepared and packed, excellent communications0merset2 ( 49)
Trek 7.0 FX Hybrid Bike 17.5" *Little Use* (#162315339336)£139.99
.
Above and beyond service coupled with an excellent product.... gold tybodewell2012 ( 20)
Marin Bear Valley Womens MTB Mountain Bike 15" HARDLY USED, FULLY REBUILT
Hi Andrew,
Just thanking you for the work on my bike - in particular the bottom bracket. After picking the bike up, I did a ride with the cycle club - 79 miles through the Lakes from Greystoke taking in Uldale, Embleton, Lorton, over Honister to keswick, then Threlkeld, Troutbeck, back to Greystoke but carried on to Calthwaite before returning home near Dalston. The bike behaved perfectly throughout.
Another rider had similar problems with his bike that I had on mine The bike shop he uses have so far been unable to sort his bike out. It may be an idea for him to bring his bike to you.
Many thanks,
Ian
Hi Andrew,
Just a note to let you know how much I am loving my new 1-11 drivetrain! I've ridden over a variety of trail conditions since it was changed and haven't once regretted making the switch! The wider bar is also awesome.
Thanks again for your great work and service!
Sue
Hi Andrew,
Just a quick email to say thanks again for sorting my bike out. Only had a quick run out on it, but it rides like a new bike - I cannot wait to get out on the fells on it.
Cheers mate
Tony
Dear Andrew,
Just to say a big thank you for the excellent service you provided last weekend. The bike ran very smoothly for the ride on Monday and Sarah and I completed the Fred Whitton in 12 h 5 minutes.
I will certainly use you again and recommend you to others.
Thank you again.
Sally
Look out for our fully serviced, quality used bikes on ebay
Great bike, very quick postage and well packaged, thanks very muchmdc_79 ( 80) During past month
Specialized Allez Sport 56cm Road Bike *Very Good Condition Fully Rebuilt* (#162100443968)£399.95
THANKS, GREAT BIKE, WELL PACKED ,VERY HELPFUL SELLERallan4224 ( 721) During past 6 months
Specialized Rockhopper 19 Inch Mountain Bike Fully Rebuilt (#161977031639)£224.95
Exactly as described, great condition. Highly recommended.kag268 ( 95) During past 6 months
Specialized Hotrock 24 Girls Mountain Bike Excellent Condition (#161976275297)
Hi Andrew,
just a quick email to say Thank you for your help this morning. I am pleased as can be with bike I bought from you, a massive improvement from the H******s piece of rubbish it replaced. I have been out on it most of the afternoon covering around 40 miles or so and couldn't be happier. Just sorry you aren't closer to my home or I would definitely bring this bike and my road bike to you for service.
Thanks again
Steve.
Hi Andrew,
Rock’n’roll—we’re on it!!!
Many thanks.
Best Regards,
Mel
Andrew was recommended to me by a friend. I dropped my bike in for a full service. Andrew went over the bike and gave a no obligation free quote. He was clear about what needed to be repaired and those things that would need to be looked at in the near future. Needless to say, I left my bike in the capable hands of Andrew. I have, since the service, taken my bike out. Brilliant, it's like riding a new bike. Will definitely be using Andrew's services again.
James via Facebook
Hi Andrew
Just a quick note to say thanks again for the bike, we are really pleased with it and the service we received.
Best wishes
Richard
Hi Andrew
Thank you for the work you did on the Enigma - I am very pleased with it. I forgot to say to you that if you ever need a “positive” reference then I would be happy for you to pass my details on and give one.
John
Hi Andrew,
Just want to thank you for the excellent job you did on my bike. Did a 50 mile club run into the Lakes yesterday. The bike was a dream.
Thanks,
Ian
Thanks for the messages. I must remember to check them more often. The bike arrived as promised, in plenty of time for my daughters birthday. She loves it, thank you.
Katy via Ebay
Hi Andrew
First off road outing for the bike for I guess 20 years.
Everything worked perfectly.
Thanks
Jamie
Dear Andrew,
Just a quick thanks for the work completed on the rear disc brake of my mountain bike. It works better than it ever did!
The bike looked fantastic when I collected it. Thanks for the valet. Your service is quick and efficient. I will certainly be recommending your services to others.
Best wishes Simon
Andrew
Gear shifting is now as smooth as silk after the meticulous job you did for me whilst I waited at your workshop on Monday. It's like riding a new bike the difference is amazing!
Jeff S
Eden Valley Group CTC
We made it! Thanks Andrew for the excellent work on the bikes & for helping us with the right kit in preparation for our C2C ride.
The bikes ran perfectly - from Whitehaven to Tynemouth 145 miles covered. Thank you from Sarah and Rachel!
Sarah, Penrith via Facebook
The most reasonably priced service I have ever had; set my brakes and gears up perfectly for a very difficult sportive.
Kate via Facebook
Fantastic service today from Andrew, really helped me out with the brakes on my son's bike.
Julian via Facebook
Andrew,
Following us finally meeting yesterday I just wanted to send you a short email to say a MASSIVE thank you following my purchase of a mountain bike from you. The price was extremely competitive and its condition was beyond my expectations, even from the detailed description that you gave. However, I have to say how very impressed I was with your communications and the service, especially as I live a fair distance away and even gave you a slightly incorrect mobile number initially – you made a real effort to re-establish contact and kept me informed all the way through our dealings. I’m sure I will enjoy the bike and I will have no hesitation in popping in to making use of your workshop whenever I am in the Lakes, and need quick and friendly service.
Good luck in your new venture.
Tony B, Darlington
I have recommended Bramble Bikes to all my local climbing and cycling friends. Andrew did a superb job of fixing up about a half-dozen old bikes that needed attention. Now whenever the family or visitors come there are plenty of bikes to borrow - all in perfect working order. Being close to Skelton he collected and returned in record time and all the work was extremely good value!
Dave in Motherby
We welcome your testimonials, comments and questions
bramblebikes@gmail.com