Business Details
33 Years
experience
Your Trusted Bike Shop in Hayle, Cornwall
Hayle Cycles is an independent cycle shop established over 30 years ago in Hayle, West Cornwall. Specialising in bicycle sales, repairs, and custom builds, we offer a comprehensive range of products from renowned brands like Merida, Surly, and Brooks. Our fully equipped workshop provides expert servicing for conventional and electric bikes, tandems, and tricycles, with a focus on quality and customer satisfaction. We pride ourselves on our personalised service, deep industry knowledge, and passion for cycling.Our team has extensive experience in wheelbuilding, frame restoration, and custom bike construction, catering to both casual riders and cycling enthusiasts. We also support vintage bike enthusiasts and offer a curated selection of components, accessories, and clothing. With a commitment to transparency and expertise, Hayle Cycles serves as a trusted hub for Cornwall's cycling community.
Services
Electric Bikes
Bike Repairs
Custom Bike Building
Wheel Building
Vintage Bike Restoration
Bicycle Servicing
Cycle Hire
Bike Accessories
Bicycle Clothing
Frame Refinishing
Details
- Year established: 1993
Highlights and features
- We have over 30 years of experience in bicycle repairs and sales.
- Our team offers expert custom bike building and wheelbuilding services.
- We stock premium brands like Merida, Surly, and Brooks for all cycling needs.
- Our workshop provides transparent pricing and detailed service estimates.
- We specialise in vintage bike restoration and niche cycling accessories.
Services
Electric Bikes
We offer a curated selection of electric bikes from industry leaders like Merida and Kinesis. Our e-bikes cater to various needs, from urban commuting to mountain adventures. Customers can test ride models like the Merida Espresso City 600 EQ and Powabyke folding e-bikes. Our team provides expert advice on choosing the right e-bike for your lifestyle and terrain. We also support maintenance and repairs for all electric bike models.
Bike Repairs
Our fully equipped workshop handles repairs for all bicycle types, including tandems and tricycles. Services range from basic adjustments to complex frame refinishing. We offer transparent pricing with free estimates before work begins. Emergency assistance is available for urgent repairs during business hours. Our technicians have over 30 years of combined experience in bicycle mechanics.
Custom Bike Building
We specialise in creating custom bicycles tailored to individual preferences and requirements. Our process includes frame selection, component specification, and final assembly. Customers can choose from steel, aluminium, and titanium frames with custom wheelbuilding options. We guide clients through tyre selection, gearing ratios, and accessory integration. This service caters to touring, off-road, and daily commuting needs.
Wheel Building
Our wheelbuilding service creates durable, custom wheelsets using high-quality hubs and rims. We offer spoke tensioning, truing, and complete rebuilds for damaged wheels. Customers can select from Phil Wood, Hope, and Shimano hubs paired with H Plus Son or Ryde rims. We specialise in both road and off-road wheel configurations. This service includes spoke pattern selection and tension optimisation for long-term reliability.
Vintage Bike Restoration
We provide specialist restoration services for vintage and classic bicycles. Our expertise covers frame repainting, component refurbishment, and mechanical overhauls. We source period-correct parts for bikes from the 1970s to 1990s. The service includes drivetrain upgrades while maintaining original aesthetics. This offering appeals to collectors and enthusiasts seeking to preserve cycling history.
Questions
What types of bicycles do you stock?
We stock road, mountain, electric, touring, fixed wheel, and vintage bicycles from brands like Merida, Surly, and Brooks. Our selection includes both mainstream and niche manufacturers.
Do you offer electric bike test rides?
Yes, we provide test rides for our electric bike range including Merida and Powabyke models. Book an appointment to experience different e-bike configurations.
What servicing options are available?
We offer three service tiers: Standard (£45), Premier (£100), and Elite (£180). Each includes progressively more detailed mechanical work and component checks.
Can you build custom wheels?
Yes, our wheelbuilding service starts at £50 per wheel. We use Phil Wood, Hope, and Shimano hubs with H Plus Son or Ryde rims for custom builds.
Are financing options available?
We offer interest-free finance on bicycle purchases subject to status. Contact us for application details and eligibility criteria.
What are your opening hours?
We're open Monday-Tuesday 10:00-17:00, Thursday 10:00-17:00, and Friday-Saturday 10:00-13:00. Closed Wednesdays and Sundays.
