Balfe's Bikes & Workshop @Balfes_Bikes
Founded in 2008, we have 12 bike shops in London and the South East. We stock the world’s best bike brands and have professional workshops to keep you riding. balfesbikes.co.uk London, Surrey and Sussex Joined September 2011-
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Are you tackling Ride London at the end of May? Maybe you're taking on London to Brighton? Head over to our Fulham store on Wednesday 15th May from 5-8pm and let us help you get #RideReady Our Ride Ready experts will be on hand to help you with everything you need to prepare!
What a weekend! Thank you so much to everyone who came along to our @iamspecialized E-MTB Demo event (Especially those who braved the worst of the weather this morning 🌧️) We hope to see you all out on the trails soon!
The @iamspecialized Turbo Tero X means one thing: you're going to need a bigger map 🗺️ This adventure ready E-MTB is equipped with everything you need to ride beyond the horizon. And for a limited time you can save up to 45% on selected Tero X models! loom.ly/g7E1u7k
It's time for our @iamspecialized E-MTB Demo event riders to get #RideReady as this weekend we're heading to Peaslake! Our Sutton team hand picked some of their favourite MTB essentials that would be the perfect accompaniment to any E-MTB purchase. What would you add?
Essential kit for any long ride ⬇️ 1. Spare inner tube 2. Tyre levers 3. Hand pump 4. Multi-tool 🤔 What would you add? #rideready
Our @GiantUK TCR stock is flying out the doors! Michael snapped one up from our Fulham store along with a tasty wheel upgrade. Michael is going to be taking part in his first Triathlon and this is his first time riding a clipped in setup! loom.ly/9uIlcYw
Our Waterloo Store Ride Crew is growing! ☕ Join the team for some Regents Park laps every Saturday and finish off with a coffee from our neighbour @GAILsBakery Register your interest here: loom.ly/9jH2E5c
A big thank you to everyone who came along to our @TrekBikes E-MTB event yesterday! The sun was shining all day and there were big smiles all-round from our riders. See you at the next one 😉
Ben popped into our Streatham store earlier this week needing some urgent repairs after a small collision on his way to Dover He currently cycling to Turkey to raise funds for @TimeNorfolk! For more info or to support his fundraiser please click here: loom.ly/D-HL_tk
Michael's #RideReady tip: Eat ALL the food, ALL the time. 🥖 Consuming plenty of carbohydrate rich food and supplementing with gels will keep your energy levels topped up and get you to the finish line. *Sausage rolls optional*
Reminder: Come and join us tomorrow at our Waterloo store for our Ride Ready event! ⏰ 5-8pm 📍 Balfe's Bikes Waterloo: 69-71 The Cut, Waterloo, London, SE1 8LL We'll have coaches, nutritionists & more on hand to get you #RideReady We hope to see you there!
Shaun is a London 2012 Paralympics Silver Medalist, and also works in our Dulwich store! Find out more about his journey in his new book: loom.ly/BKSO0ro He'll also be at our #RideReady event at Waterloo on Thursday evening, why not pop down and grab a signed copy!
It's bluebell season... prime time for some Instagramable content 😏 Barry's @TrekBikes Slash is looking mighty fine 🔥
With big challenge rides like @RideLondon and London to Brighton fast approaching, we're compiling our top tips to help you get #RideReady If you have tackled one of these longer rides before, why not share your top tips in the below for new challenge riders!
The @GiantUK colourways are always 🔥 Which TCR would you choose, green or blue?
We're giving away a @iamspecialized Tarmac SL 8 Expert 🤯 All you need to do is make a purchase in one of our stores or on the website before 31/05/24 and you could be in with a chance to win! See here for the T&Cs and more info on the bike: loom.ly/crtkEdI
Ian Watson AKA Coach Watto will be at our Ride Ready event next Thursday at our Waterloo store (18th April - 5-8pm) Ian manages the @DAS_Hutch_Bro racing team so he knows a thing or two about how to get riders ready for a race or big ride! Come join in the fun!
Jeanette was super excited to collect her new @iamspecialized Turbo Vado SL 5.0 from our Islington store. The team helped get her set up to be #RideReady come rain or shine! loom.ly/LSJPT0Q
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@Balfes_Bikes Thank you @Balfes_Bikes, this matter has now been resolved, many thanks to you and the team for resolving this matter swiftly and flexibly
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