Insights, stories, and practical advice from life on two wheels — shared by experienced independent mobile bicycle mechanics. From bike care and e-Bikes to cycling culture and running a bike business, this is where knowledge, community, and real-world experience meet.

Cycle Tech UK's Blog

Start your own bicycle business
By martin wilkins January 16, 2026
We are here for greater things. Cycling is not about money, it’s having a proper interest in life. Being fixated on making wealth is what will kill your bike business fast.
Mobile Bike Service
By martin wilkins December 14, 2025
A reflection on 2025 — a positive year for the cycling season, quality bike repairs, e-Bike servicing, and the strength of local cycling communities across the UK.
Has walking become the new cycling?
By martin wilkins January 14, 2025
Over time I’ve seen more walkers, which is ok - good for your health requiring only a pair of walking boots and that's about it. But where are the cyclists? Or should I say the increase in cycling numbers, especially with e-bikes?
By martin wilkins October 11, 2024
The key to successful business; to deliver above and beyond customers expectations. We know this as aftercare. Our network established itself by offering a premium personal service. The delivery of this means CTUK is known for excellent values and customer service, including the industry standard and ‘M-Check’ - Going the extra mile.
Young cyclist wins sponsorship deal
By martin wilkins October 4, 2024
Under the sponsorship deal Cycle Tech UK provides both the very latest racing MTB equipment and all the necessary servicing and parts to keep Gab at the front
Bike Business
By Jodie Siberini-Wilkins January 7, 2024
Cycle Tech requires multiple Cycle Technicians due to national expansion and demand for our exceptional passionate working ethos, which really puts the customer first. There is flexibility in the role to fit around your needs, this is a supportive community and not a restrictive franchise.
Test ride an e-bike today
By martin wilkins October 30, 2020
Come along and take a free test ride on an electric bike. Guaranteed to make you smile.
Young Rider Tom Townsend
By martin wilkins September 25, 2020
Tom rides for Vredestein Basso and covers around 30,000km a year, so he burns his way through components at quite a rate - we've just replaced his big chainring, chain, cassette and brake pads.
Bike in a box
By martin wilkins July 9, 2020
Cycle Tech UK is advising cyclists to have a home visit when their new bike arrives to have it set up and explain how everything works. Cycle Tech UK also can arrange the fist service to make sure everything is running smooth, items like cables, crank bolts and steering require adjustments at 30 days.
How to build a bicycle from a box
By martin wilkins October 31, 2019
It is very important to have your new bicycle built/set-up correctly, for safety reasons, for brakes and gears to work correctly/smoothly and to give you years of enjoyment. Many bicycles are now brought on the Internet and are delivered in a box.
Start your own bicycle business
By martin wilkins January 16, 2026
We are here for greater things. Cycling is not about money, it’s having a proper interest in life. Being fixated on making wealth is what will kill your bike business fast.
Mobile Bike Service
By martin wilkins December 14, 2025
A reflection on 2025 — a positive year for the cycling season, quality bike repairs, e-Bike servicing, and the strength of local cycling communities across the UK.
Has walking become the new cycling?
By martin wilkins January 14, 2025
Over time I’ve seen more walkers, which is ok - good for your health requiring only a pair of walking boots and that's about it. But where are the cyclists? Or should I say the increase in cycling numbers, especially with e-bikes?