We are BikeShak
Bikeshak is Altrincham’s premier cycle shop started by local cycling hero Neil Walton back in the late 90’s. We’ve been trading ever since in Oakfield Trading Estate serving the needs of the wider South Manchester and North Cheshire cycling communities.
Our shop slogan is #fortheriders which means we champion great bikes, components and clothing, and are here to help make sure you get the right set-up for your riding style, budget and ability no matter what kind of rider you are. We are renowned for our friendly, honest and approachable staff offering unparalleled customer service, it’s why we’re on first name terms with so many of our regulars.
We all know how hard finding the right kit can be, especially with an Internet full of reviews and mixed opinions. With decades of experience in the trade and as cyclists ourselves across all disciplines for recreation and competition we have a wealth of knowledge to recommend the best product for you and give advice based on our own experience. We may surprise you with products you may never have considered and help you avoid the pitfalls of a fast evolving cycle industry. Many of our best sellers we use ourselves because like you we expect the best from our hard earned money!
Our workshop is the gem on our crown, the icing on our cake. Regarded as one of the best in the South Manchester area our reputation for quality, professionalism and attention to detail stands out above all others. As a registered Shimano Service Centre with Cytech accredited mechanics you can be safe in the knowledge your bike will receive the best possible service no matter how big or small the job.
We’ve saddle stories to rival the best, so as well as making sure you walk (ride) away with the right kit, we’ll hopefully also inspire you to get out as much as possible, find some new roads, conquer some new climbs, and really make the most of your purchases and passion. After all, it’s the best passion in the world.
‘How come you don’t sell online?’
Quite simply because we are a small operation and the big boys do it so much better than us. But we do customer service better than them, which is why we encourage all of our customers to visit us in store even if it’s just for a chat, you’ll find us friendly and welcoming.
Whether you ride to work or work to ride – we’re here to help.
THE TEAM
Anthony Ball, Owner
What do you do at Bikeshak?
I look after the numbers and hand-pick our brands. Big responsibilities! (Definitely prefer the latter).
What’s your cycling background?
I’ve twice completed the Etape du Tours and conquered many a climb in Mallorca. These days, you’ll mostly find me out on the hills around Lancashire and the Ribble Valley – we’re spoilt for choice up here. Then at the weekends it’s the local country lanes with my cycling-mad son on his first bike with gears. It was always going to happen.
What do you ride?
S Works Tarmac with Campag Super Record and Zipps, and a Condor Fratello. Two’s enough right?
Simon
What do you do at Bikeshak?
I handle customer sales & enquiries. Also look after making sure the shelves are stocked with the finest parts in the land.
What’s your cycling background?
Disclaimer: Simon has a vivid imagination…
I was born in Uzbekistan in the Autumn of 1908, the son of a circus performer. By the age of 18 months I was proficient in unicycling along the high wire whilst breathing fire. But I grew weary of the tyrannical reign of the evil ring master & escaped to the bright lights of Altrincham where I was offered refuge in a friendly cycle shop where I have remained ever since, sleeping inside a bike bag.
What do you ride?
A Genesis Equilibrium 853, Specialized Tarmac, Trek Crockett, Genesis High Latitude, Genesis Flyer, Genesis Tour de Fer, and Specialized Turbo. Not at the same time.
Luke, Workshop Manager
What do you do at Bikeshak?
I Keep the workshop running smoothly lending my expert eye to any and all bikes that find their way into my work-stand whilst drinking enough Tea to keep Taylors of Harrogate firmly in the black!
What’s your cycling background?
I cut my teeth racing downhill mountain bikes before the transition to cross country mountain biking and endurance events including the odd 24 hour, I’m a bit of a masochist.
What do you ride?
For trail duties a Hai-Bike QFS 27.5, Ridley X-Trail 650B Apex for drop bar lunacy and I’m in the transitional phase for a new XC race bike.
We take care to select products from brands we know are up to the job from our own and customers use. Everything we stock in store at Bikeshak we can proudly say it’s one of best at what it does and it might surprise you to find it’s not always the most expensive or elusive product out there! We work closely with suppliers who offer great back up and warranty too, we don’t stock any products without great after sale support, after all you’ve taken the time to visit us we are going to make sure if you have a problem with a product we can fix it. There is nothing on the shelves we wouldn’t use ourselves (and a lot of it we do!) so we’re confident no matter what you need, we can help. Here is just a selection of who we stock but there are countless others we can supply so if you are after something in particular just let us know and we’ll do our best to hunt it down for you.
We do ‘Cycle to Work’ too!
We accept most cycle scheme vouchers from the various providers as listed below so no matter who your provider is we’ll be able to help you find a bike on your scheme. Don’t see your scheme? Call us or drop us an email, we may be able to work with your provider.
