We also carry out repairs and servicing to bicycles and have a reputation for a friendly personal service.

Special Offers
Free 30 day check – bring your new bike back to us after 30 days so that we can make sure it is in tip top condition.

10% off service for life on new bikes – applies as long as the bike is owned by the original buyer.

Choosing a Bicycle

BG Cycles has lots of bicycles to choose from, so there's bound to be one that's just right for you. The most important elements to consider are the type of riding you expect to do and ensuring the correct fit. If you are new to cycling then we will be happy to guide you through the maze of variations of bicycles, accessories and clothing and steer you in the direction of the most suitable item for your needs.
The following paragraphs will help to narrow your choices down.

Fitness Riding
If you're a fitness buff who is always pushing your limits, trying to go faster or longer, you'd probably feel most at home on one of our mountain bikes. You can't beat mountain bikes for versatility - they're at home on the street or track.

Road cycling or touring
If you are a member of a cycle club and enjoy road riding in a group, time trials or road racing then you'll want a lightweight, aerodynamic frame with narrow high pressure tyres and big gears. For touring you'll need slightly wider tyres and a heftier frame for carrying your panniers and negotiating country lanes.

Local trips
If you like to ride around your town or the local cycle track with your family and friends, or if you like to ride your bike to go shopping, then our comfort bikes will let you cruise the town in style, with comfy seats and an upright riding position.

Kids
If you're a kid, or shopping for a kid's bike, BG Cycles have some of the hottest bikes to hit the playground since the invention of the swing. Kids love our bikes for their cool, hip styling. Parents love our bikes because they are tough as nails.

BMX
BMX stands for bicycle motocross, which was inspired by motocross-style motorcycle racing. Whether you're a dirt-jumping fiend, a full-blown race junkie, a parent looking for a cool playground bike for your kids or anywhere in between, BG Cycles have a bicycle that's perfect for you.

Top quality useful parts and accessories to compliment your cycle

BG Cycles have a good choice of accessories and parts to suit all ages and all requirements from rugged mountains to smooth roads - superb gift ideas! We also carry some specialist items such as the M.A.D. (Mountain Bike Aerial Display) frame on the right.

Choosing Skateboard Components

Skateboard Decks
Choosing a skateboard deck is very subjective, some people choose a deck based on graphics, others purely on shape and some think more about brand name. Generally larger boards are more stable, but heavier; whereas small decks are more manoeuvrable and flip easier. Some brands use exotic ingredients such as graphite and plastic laminates to enhance the performance of their products. Check out our range of great value decks from Southstar, Baker and Killcity!

Skateboard Trucks
At first glance all trucks look the same, and while they all perform the same functions; turning and grinding, they all have their own characteristics. Some are lighter, others turn tighter and others grind more smoothly. You will find height and weight measurements next to each truck. Most parts of a truck are replaceable except the hanger and base plate. Changing your rubbers will allow you to adjust the turn response of your truck. You can also alter the tightness with the kingpin nut.

Skateboard Wheels
All our skateboard wheels come in sets of four and are not supplied with bearings unless specified. When choosing a wheel the most important factors are size and hardness. Larger wheels are heavier but roll faster and are less likely to dig in on gravel, also larger, wider wheels are less likely to stall. Smaller wheels are lighter and more manoeuvrable. Hardness is the other variable with most wheels around 100a. The softer wheels below 100a provide more grip whereas the harder wheel will roll faster and slide more predictably.

Skateboard Bearings
These come in sets of eight and are rated on the ABEC scale. Higher numbers correspond with more precision engineering but that does not mean they will last longer. Serviceable bearings can be taken apart, cleaned and re greased to increase their life span. Don’t skate on grit, in the wet or use WD40; these are sure fire ways to ruin your bearings. Riser pads are used to increase the distance between wheel and deck and therefore reduce the chance of wheel bite. Truck rubbers come in various hardnesses so you can customise the curve in your swerve.