In our customers' words.
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Latest reviews
“Gear Bikes is the only bike shop in town I trust enough to leave my bike in for checks and repairs. Over years Joe has proven his professional and detailed approach to any issue I've raised with him regarding my bike, making sure it all works to the best standards. This certainty of high service provision have actually helped me overcome my fear from getting back into cycling after a serious bike accident. Making sure that my bike is working properly puts me at ease and Joe was able to build that trust and certainly.
The service is always timely and well priced. Joe and the rest of the team are always nice and friendly. I can't recommend enough the Gear Bike shop as the to go bike shop in Glasgow.”
“Fast and friendly service from Joe and staff, and fairly priced as well.”
“They offer a friendly, fast, high quality service at very reasonable prices.”
“I highly recommend you check this place out!”
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Repairs and servicing
“Outstanding service from a very personable company. First contacted them about a small brake repair, they asked me to bring it in to see what was needed, they had the parts in stock and had me on my way again in 40 minutes.”
Read the full reviewOutstanding service from a very personable company.
First contacted them about a small brake repair, they asked me to bring it in to see what was needed, they had the parts in stock and had me on my way again in 40 minutes.
I won't go anywhere else now. They've done everything for me from a chain replacement to a full E bike service and just a few weeks ago did a complete custom build on a new dirt jumper for my son.
Quick turn around, decent prices , friendly and genuinely honest guys who are all cyclists themselves and love what they do.
A wee gem in the city.
“We would absolutely recommend Gear Bikes. Joe couldn't have done more to get my son back on his bike. Fantastic service, always kept in touch and the price was very reasonable. Happy customers. We will definitely be back 👌”
“I've used Gear for several years now and always get an excellent service on my bikes! Friendly and helpful. Recently got my Boardman CX serviced with new chain, cassette, chainring and it feels good and running smoothly.”
Read the full reviewI've used Gear for several years now and always get an excellent service on my bikes! Friendly and helpful. Recently got my Boardman CX serviced with new chain, cassette, chainring and it feels good and running smoothly. About to go out on it now! Like how you can usually easily drop your bike in, get a quote in a day or so and get the bike back in about a week approx. Excellent service, would highly recommend! 🚴😀👌
“Amazing! Popped in on a Saturday afternoon to get my front derailleur fixed. They fixed it straight away & checked my breaks at the same time. In & out in 15 minutes, so friendly and amazing service!! Will be recommending to everyone!”
“Took my bike in for a service, could see the shop was extremely busy yet they still made time for me. After a few days they sent clear details/prices for the work that was needing done. She's now running better than ever and I couldn't be any happier with the Quality and Professionalism of Gear Bikes.”
“Gear Bikes...like something out of the top drawer for bicycle shops. This is where I visit for legendary servicing and arguably the strongest wheel builds going for Downhill.”
Read the full reviewGear Bikes...like something out of the top drawer for bicycle shops.
This is where I visit for legendary servicing and arguably the strongest wheel builds going for Downhill. Thus, anything else on wheel builds, you are certain they will keep you rolling successfully.
Have used Gear Bikes, Joe and his team since the day I got in to riding, 20+ years now. Never had any issue, only effective solutions.
Nothing is ever a problem for them, in fact the guys relish when it comes to challenging/complex an unusual jobs. They take pride in their craft, their customers and service.
Outside of the above, pricing wise they are spot on and I have often found charging less than you'd first think/expect. The remaining credits...should always be attributed to a crate of beer for the team.
Where ever possible, I always recommend Gear Bikes.
I moved north to the Highlands ten+ years ago, I prefer to travel 3+hours to drop in and later collect over using lesser quality services nearer to home.
For anything bicycle - Gear Bikes will ensure your gear is turning well.
“Top GEAR. Joe, Ian and all at GEAR are amazing. They are incredibly skilled bike mechanics, the service is fabulous, very quick and prices great. I have been going there for over 20 years, just after they opened. Highly recommended and no Jeremy Clarkson.”
“Took my bike into Gear Bikes today for a small maintenance issue and was greeted immediately by Joe the owner who fixed my bike on the spot. Honestly couldn’t have had a more pleasant experience and I now know where to go in Glasgow for any bike related issues. Thanks Joe!”
“The lads always keep me up to speed with the progress when my bike is in the shop.. Quality service!”
“Excellent service with Gear Bikes today. Replaced the tube on my front wheel within 30 minutes today, allowing me to get on with my planned bike ride. Very helpful and professional, would definitely use again”
“Amazing service! Handed my bike in and had it back and fixed a couple of days later. Good price, friendly service, will be back if if and when needed!”
Hire and touring
“Absolutely fantastic customer service experience! I was traveling from the USA and ordered a bike rental for the week in Glasgow.”
Read the full reviewAbsolutely fantastic customer service experience! I was traveling from the USA and ordered a bike rental for the week in Glasgow. Pick-up and drop-off were seamless, and Joe (the owner) was awesome in helping me find the right bike with all the extra necessary gear to go with it. Highly recommend for anyone visiting Glasgow, Scotland!
“We had a fantastic experience with gear bikes! We hired two bikes for a week long trip along the west coast. The bikes were great and equipped with everything we needed.”
Read the full reviewWe had a fantastic experience with gear bikes! We hired two bikes for a week long trip along the west coast. The bikes were great and equipped with everything we needed. The team at gear bikes were always available to answer any questions before and during the trip, and the process of picking them up and dropping them off couldn’t have been smoother. Highly recommend!!
“Me and my son rented a couple of bikes from Gear bikes to do the National cycle route up to Inverness and down the Great Glen, some 300miles.”
Read the full reviewMe and my son rented a couple of bikes from Gear bikes to do the National cycle route up to Inverness and down the Great Glen, some 300miles. The bikes were ready for us, first thing in the morning and were in perfect condition. The bikes were extremely good value, and were robust enough to tackle certain N7 roads which were not tarred. Joe the owner was super friendly and made sure we had any extra equipement and tools necessary. His can do and solicitous attitude gave my cycling hoilday the perfect start. A credit to Glasgow!
“We had a great experience renting bikes here for a one week bike packing trip through the Highlands. Bikes worked perfectly and Ian and Joe are just really nice. Highly recommended!”
“Rented two hybrid touring bikes with racks, side bags, helmets and lock. I got a medium size (I am 5’6”) my fiancée got 2XL (He is 6’3”).”
Read the full reviewRented two hybrid touring bikes with racks, side bags, helmets and lock. I got a medium size (I am 5’6”) my fiancée got 2XL (He is 6’3”). We rented them for a week. They were just right, new and well equipped for emergency repairs. Friendly and helpful staff. Conveniently located near Kelvingrove Park. We biked all over Glasgow and beyond using the Komoot app. So fun! Highly recommend Gear Bikes! And Komoot app. Happy biking!
“The best bikeshop to rent a bike in Glasgow. I am from Brazil, and planned a bike trip to Inverness. I did everything in advance contacting Joe by internet. The prices are low, mostly, the bikes are the very good with great maintenance. We also rented the panniers. highly recommend!!!!”
“Just rented a touring bike and pannier bags for a 12-day bikepacking holiday. The rental was extremely affordable and came with everything you might need, including a helmet, lock, tire patch kit - they even have camping stove gas in the shop if you need it.”
Read the full reviewJust rented a touring bike and pannier bags for a 12-day bikepacking holiday. The rental was extremely affordable and came with everything you might need, including a helmet, lock, tire patch kit - they even have camping stove gas in the shop if you need it. The bike was brand new and honestly the nicest piece I’ve ever ridden - light as air. It was a joy to rent from these champs, who were kind enough to let me pack and unpack all my gear in the shop. Would recommend this place to any foreigner who is trying to go touring in Scotland!
“We had fantastic and friendly service from Gear Bikes. Four family members - two from USA, two from England - rented bikes (and one set of panniers) for a week to cycle the *John Muir Way*.”
Read the full reviewWe had fantastic and friendly service from Gear Bikes. Four family members - two from USA, two from England - rented bikes (and one set of panniers) for a week to cycle the *John Muir Way*.
When we came in, Sandy could not have been more thorough. He took a good hour to make sure all bikes and helmets were the right fit. He was so friendly and passed on lots of JMW tips.
Joe was also friendly, helpful and responsive, right from the get-go when we first made an inquiry. He was responsive out-of-hours when we wanted to extend the rental by a day.
Really friendly shop, and great prices! For our next Scotland bike trip, we’ll be back. Big thanks to the team.
Buying a bike
“Douglas provided outstanding service during my recent bike search. His friendliness and approachability made the experience enjoyable, while his honesty and transparency ensured I got the perfect bike recommendation without any pressure.”
Read the full reviewDouglas provided outstanding service during my recent bike search. His friendliness and approachability made the experience enjoyable, while his honesty and transparency ensured I got the perfect bike recommendation without any pressure. Douglas's all-around great service and expert recommendations were invaluable, making him a top choice for anyone seeking a new or second hand bike. Highly recommended!
Broken? We can fix it.
No need to book: bring your bike to Gibson Street and we'll text you a quote before we touch a spanner.
19 Gibson Street, West End, Glasgow, G12 8NU · Mon–Sat 10am–6pm, Sun 12pm–5pm