What are Gravel Bikes (and why we love them) Simply put, a gravel bike is a kind of hybrid between road and cyclocross bike that is built tough enough to tackle gravel tracks, forest fire roads and a little light dirt yet remain light and efficient enough to still make swift progress on tarmac road. […]
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28/29 September Coed y Brenin The Beast Unchained is the new name for The Trek Coed y Brenin Enduro Why the name change? When this event was dreamed up, it was before the term ‘Enduro’ had its present meaning in mountain biking. The name was originally used for the first ‘Dyfi Enduro’ way back in 2001, taking […]
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We have selected bikes to clear at very attractive prices. These bikes won’t stick around long so take a look, you may find yourself a bargain. Size options are limited to those listed below. Please note. Our sale bikes cannot be purchased as part of cycle to work scheme or finance purchases. No other discounts […]
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Try a Bronson or Megatower Ever wondered which of these two killer bikes would be the right one for you? Which is the true blazer for your local trail? Wonder no more….. We now have a Large Bronson and a Large Megatower available to for you to try. You can ride either one of these […]
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Summit Cycles in association with Anthill Films and Ceredigion Museum are pleased to host the UK Premiere of ‘Return to Earth’ the new mountain bike movie from Anthill Films. Date: Monday 17th June Location: Ceredigion Museum, Aberystwyth Doors: 7.30pm BUY TICKETS NOW ————————————————————————————————- We increasingly live in a culture of distraction; constantly conducting our lives […]
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On Mondays we will now be opening from 10am to allow extra time for essential staff training. Bikes are changing fast and we are seeing significant new technology introduced almost monthly at the moment. These new technologies like electronic shifting, wireless control systems, internal cable routing and of course new motor drive and battery technologies […]
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Today Trek unveiled new helmet technology that promises to deliver one of the biggest steps forward in rider protection for many years. Introducing WaveCel This pioneering new material is proven to be up to 48 times more effective than standard EPS foam at preventing concussions from common cycling accidents. The technology has been developed in partnership between […]
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Event dates: March 9th | May 11th | June 15th | July 13th Our Ebike Demo and Discovery Days return for 2019 On these dates we open our doors to everyone interested to learn more about modern motor assisted pedal bikes. Staff will be on hand to answer all your questions about riding, ownership, upkeep, […]
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Location: Bwlch Nant yr Arian Event Date: Sunday 19th May 2019 Nant yr Arian: Visitor Centre Information | Mountain Bike Trail Information What’s happening… A day dedicated to Mountain Biking as part of Aberystwyth Cycle Festival. PLEASE NOTE TRAIL CLOSURES ARE CURRENTLY IN PLACE There’s good news and bad news. The good news is that […]
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New Active Travel Map for Aberystwyth, Public Bike Repair Stations & Cycle Wheel Ramp Active Travel Map Ceredigion Council have been busy worked in partnership with Sustrans to produce a new Active Travel map for Aberystwyth which highlights routes and also new facilities recently installed in the Town. The paper map is available at […]
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Last few…. FiveTen Freerider with DWR water resistant coating. A great flat shoe for winter riding, durable and comfortable with FiveTen’s legendary grip. At this time (14/12/2018) we have the following sizes still available: UK 4.5, 5.5, 6, 6.5, 7, 7.5, 8, 8.5, 9, 9.5, 10.5. but stock is changing daily. Please call or email […]
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Limited availability! The Bontrager Quantum is a staff favourite, now available with MIPS technology for increased protection at the very attractive price of £60. Sizes Small (51-57cm) [Sky Blue], Medium (54-60cm) [Green], Large (58-63cm) [Green]. Limited stock. Equipped with: MIPS – (Multi-Directional Impact Protection System) a cradle that sits neatly inside the helmet, offering an […]
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Please note: The shop will be open on Sunday 23rd December from 10am to 4pm for all your festive cycling needs. Festive period opening: Sunday 23rd December – OPEN – 10am to 4pm Monday 24th December (Christmas Eve) – OPEN – 9am – 3pm. Tuesday 25th December (Christmas Day) – CLOSED Wednesday 26th December (Boxing […]
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And the winner is…… The competition is now closed and we are please to announce Gabriel Goodsell as our winner of the signed Geraint Thomas Jersey. Well done Gabriel. We’ll keep our fingers crossed to see you following in G’s tracks as a possible future tour contender. We hope you enjoy your prize. Thanks to […]
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Receiving your first bike is one of the most durable memories of childhood. It’s rare that adults don’t recall that first taste of freedom, the excitement of the shiny new bike under the tree soon fused with the trepidation of those first teetering moments in the saddle. This is why bikes make such great gifts, […]
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