Wheelbase Reviews 

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TrustScore 4.5 out of 5

4.6

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Considering 164 reviews, reviewers overwhelmingly had a great experience with this company. Customers frequently praise the exceptionally fast delivery and the incredibly careful packaging that keeps all products completely safe and secure during transit. People also highlight the extremely knowledgeable staff and excellent ongoing customer support, making all purchases remarkably smooth, easy, and pleasant. However, some reviewers were not happy with unexpected delivery delays and messy courier services. A few other people also felt that the workshop or support team could occasionally be unhelpful when handling post-purchase problems or repairs. Consumers noted that getting proper assistance during these difficult situations felt frustrating and disappointing.

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Rated 5 out of 5 stars

What a fantastic experience using this Company. We bought cube hard tail mountain bike for our grandson birthday. We requested if it could be delivered on a pacific day which was. Straight out the box... See more

Rated 5 out of 5 stars

Brilliant shop. Super helpful, easy to contact, processing orders quicker than I would ever expect - From pre reserved bikes to accessories. Wouldn’t hesitate to order again! Thanks a lot.

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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

Great Bikes, great prices. Communication was really good, I felt well informed and knew what was going on. The bike arrived sooner than expected, but again I was informed what day it could be delivere... 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, Cervelo, Brompton, Santa Cruz, Scott, Orbea, Whyte and Yeti 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 Fred Whitton Challenge in May and 3 Valleys Challenge in June. 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

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TrustScore 4.5 out of 5

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Rated 1 out of 5 stars

Mis-sold then ghosted.

Purchased a bike listed as 2024 model and the one I received was a 2022. Their argument, it’s still the same bike in the range. My argument is that, whilst that might be true, the suspension, brakes etc. were manufactured in 2022 (which did result in the rear shock being warranty replaced) and that it was falsely advertised. They’ve ghosted me since. What would be fair would be to advertise as 22/24 model, so the purchaser has the info.

January 11, 2025
Unprompted review
Rated 5 out of 5 stars

Ordered a bike online

Ordered a bike online, it turned up well packaged, great communication over the phone and via email. Very happy with their help and honesty.
Thankyou wheelbase

December 2, 2025
Rated 5 out of 5 stars

Ordered the bike online

Ordered the bike online, it was dispatched quickly and pre built as much as possible. Just handlebars and wheels to attach. Bike very well wrapped and protected excellent work.

Shame the courier DX let them down by not delivering when it should have been

December 1, 2025
Rated 4 out of 5 stars

Discounted Cannondale Topstone

Really great discount deal on a new Cannondale Topstone bike.
Really quick delivery within a week.
Bike arrived really well packaged, and clearly minimal chance of damage in transit.
Would benefit providing some guidance notes regarding how to build bike and checks to undertake.
Would benefit including pedals.

November 5, 2025
Rated 5 out of 5 stars

Great lights and excellent customer service!

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 had everything I needed. Lights were dispatched and delivered very quickly and were really well packaged. They are excellent lights to go night time mountain biking with! Very bright, with good peripheral coverage. Would recommend!

October 2, 2025
Rated 5 out of 5 stars

Easy mail-order delivery

Bought a bike from Wheelbase on a cycle 2 work scheme and the process was a breeze. My request was dealt with by Oscar who kept me up to date in a friendly and cheerful way. Bike arrived a few days ago with a delay over the weekend but I could see that was with the delivery company not wheelbase. Would happily use again and recommend.

October 3, 2025
Rated 5 out of 5 stars

Rapaha Pro Team Midweight jersey

I recently placed an order with Wheelbase, and I couldn’t be happier with the customer service I received. When my delivery was delayed, their team responded quickly, stayed in touch, and even contacted Royal Mail on my behalf to sort things out.

They were polite, professional, and genuinely caring throughout the process — a rare quality these days! The package finally arrived in perfect condition, and they even refunded the shipping fee as a kind gesture.

Overall, I’m very impressed and would absolutely recommend Wheelbase to anyone. Excellent service and great people!

October 3, 2025
Rated 5 out of 5 stars

Happy Customer

The wheels look awesome and they were delivered promptly. Only issues i encountered was I was missing a valve cap and I think Stevie wonder may have balanced the wheels. There seemed to be an excessive amount of weight for brand new wheels and the weights were all wonky. Other than that im pleased with the purchase.

October 6, 2025
Unprompted review
Rated 5 out of 5 stars

Exceptional company

Hugely impressed with my experience with wheelbase. Customer service is up there with the best I have experienced. Morning was too much trouble and the bike I bought was expertly packaged and arrived quickly. In particular, George in the sales team was outstanding but the whole team are superb.

October 2, 2025
Rated 5 out of 5 stars

Just had my 1st dealings with Wheelbase…

Just had my 1st dealings with Wheelbase and found them to be Great. Prompt replies to any questions ( thanks Oskar)
Really good price on my new bike and quick delivery.
1st class service and would recommend them.
I will definitely use them again in the future.
Thanks again.

October 1, 2025

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