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Reviewers overwhelmingly had a great experience with this company. Customers consistently praise the product, highlighting its quality and how well it is prepared and packaged for delivery. Many people appreciate the efficient delivery service and the helpful, knowledgeable staff who provide excellent support throughout the purchasing process, from initial inquiries to resolving any issues. The overall service, including order processing and communication, is frequently described as first-class. However, some customers experienced issues with delivery delays, with items arriving later than expected or in multiple shipments. A few reviewers also noted problems with product quality upon arrival, such as missing parts or incorrect balancing, and a small number of people were dissatisfied with the customer service they received, describing it as unhelpful or judgmental.

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Rated 5 out of 5 stars

Very pleased with Wheelbase.co.uk. Fast dispatch and bike exceptionally well prepared and secured. It was first time for me using this store and I'm very nicely surprised. Bike came super secured in t... See more

Rated 5 out of 5 stars

Great deal with the current “trade in”offer. This resulted in a really good discount on a review winning, in demand bike. I’d also like to say that I’ve never seen a bike so carefully packaged... See more

Rated 5 out of 5 stars

Excellent customer services (Arawn - Kendal Lake district). Very understanding and helpfull throughout the entire process of ordering the new bike via cyclesheme. The bike arrived very well packaged.... See more

Rated 5 out of 5 stars

A very easy to use website and the Cube lights I brought were competitively priced. Excellent customer service and support! I had a really helpful follow up call after placing my order to make sure I... See more


Company details

  1. Bicycle Store
  2. Bicycle Repair Shop
  3. Bike Accessories Store
  4. Road Cycling

About Wheelbase

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Welcome to the UK's largest Cycle Store. We stock one of the UK's biggest selections of bikes from 15 of the world’s best brands like Trek, Cannondale, Cube, Focus, Whyte, Yeti and Frog to name but a few. Plus, the very best in clothing and equipment to help you enjoy the ride.

Today we are Wheelbase.co.uk, Wheelbase Lake District, Wheelbase Darlington and Wheelbase Yorkshire. We pride ourselves on being an inclusive and friendly store for everyone who loves cycling, whether that be road cycling, mountain biking, touring, commuting, family riding or e-Bikes.

We are a team united by a passion for bikes and we have a wide range of cycling experience amongst our sales staff, mechanics and mail order team.

Our passion for cycling is invested back into the sport through the sponsorship and support of our British Elite road race team Wheelbase CabTech Castelli.

Now in its 12th year, we hold our annual MTB demo weekend in April, attracting up to 250 riders to our Lake District store, often in spite of the wet Cumbrian weather. We have a great community of cyclists here in the Lake District and there are plenty of events going on throughout the year, including the 3 Valley Challenge in June, our Tour de Staveley in July and the Wheelbase Spring Classic in March. We offer backing to local organisations where possible and are great supporters of Kendal Cycle Club and Fix the Fells.

Visit us online at www.WHEELBASE.co.uk or in one of our three stores in the Lake District, North East and Yorkshire.

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4.6

Excellent

TrustScore 4.5 out of 5

3K reviews

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Rated 5 out of 5 stars

Great helpful staff

Great helpful staff, bike delivered in the best packed box I have ever seen, delivery very quick and the bike was set up perfectly
Thank you

August 29, 2025
Rated 3 out of 5 stars

Hassle to review

Great item and great price.
However I got my item next day despite not paying £4.95 for the privelige. Whilst this should not be a complaint I would say it is unfair to those who pay for it! Also I have been harassed 4 times to review them!!!!!!!!!!

August 27, 2025
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Rated 1 out of 5 stars

Called in on Saturday at the Lake…

Called in on Saturday at the Lake District shop with the intention of buying a bike the guy upstairs on the road bike section was very judgemental I asked a few questions about a certain brand of bike and he said their was no problems then went back on his words t admit their problems very cocky guy the chap with glasses on and shorts it’s a shame as I traveled 150 miles to this store horrible person change your attitude hope you read this I watched how you spoke to people too it was disgraceful you was choosing people’s bike for them ramming it at them you need this bike one poor lady looked at me and Said forget this I don’t want a bike being forced onto me and we walked out together behind each other would never return be careful folk I should hate buying a bike and having a warranty issue spoke to me like I was an idiot

August 23, 2025
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Reply from Wheelbase

Thank you for your review, we will be addressing this issue internally with our staff. Apologies again, we have been in business over 30 years selling premium bikes, and this is certainly not the way we wish to conduct ourselves or have our customers treated. Best regards, Team Wheelbase

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Rated 5 out of 5 stars

How it should be done.

Very pleased with Wheelbase.co.uk. Fast dispatch and bike exceptionally well prepared and secured. It was first time for me using this store and I'm very nicely surprised. Bike came super secured in the box, no chance for any transit damage. All setup nicely, no need for me to do make any adjustments or tightening bolts, which happened with other major players in the industry. Highly recommended.

August 20, 2025
Rated 5 out of 5 stars

Smooth enough

Took over a week to take delivery of the bike but that ok. Basic updates for processing and delivery but good enough.

August 18, 2025
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Rated 5 out of 5 stars

Great service and price

Ordered some mountain biking shorts in the sale. Great price and quality. The shorts arrived within 2 days from placing the order so very quick service too!

August 19, 2025

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