South Downs Bikes Reviews 175

TrustScore 4.5 out of 5

4.7

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Reviewers overwhelmingly had a great experience with this company. Customers consistently praise the excellent service, highlighting the staff's knowledge, friendliness, and willingness to go above and beyond. Many appreciate the competitive pricing and the quality of the products, often noting that their purchases were delivered promptly and sometimes even personally by a mechanic. The overall consensus points to a highly positive and satisfying customer journey. However, some customers also noted occasional issues with delivery, such as incorrect addresses leading to returns. A few people mentioned experiences where smaller requests, like pumping tires or quick repairs, were not handled with the same level of attentiveness as larger purchases, leading to a perception that the company might be less interested in minor transactions.

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Delivery service

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Staff

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Product

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Price

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Based on these reviews

Rated 5 out of 5 stars

I have used South Downs bikes a number of times from buying riding gear to having full bikes built up. They have an Incredibly hard working team. Going above and beyond for me on more than 1 occasion... See more

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Rated 5 out of 5 stars

Having fallen off riding a nearby section of the TET and bending my footrest I called South Downs Motorcycles to see if they could help. They offered to have one of their technicians have a look and... See more

Rated 5 out of 5 stars

Martin and the team at South Downs Bikes provided excellent service. I ordered a Cube bike from them and they arranged specialist delivery to me in the north west (Cheshire) for no additional charge!... See more

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Rated 5 out of 5 stars

I've now bought three bikes from SDB and every time I've visited them, they've been extremely knowledgeable, friendly and professional. Martin and the team have always taken the time to look after my... See more

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Company details

  1. Bike Accessories Store

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South Downs Bikes offer a wide range of bikes(Specialized, Trek, Cube, Brompton), clothing and accessories from leading cycling brands. Shop our range today.


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4.7

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TrustScore 4.5 out of 5

175 reviews

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Rated 4 out of 5 stars

repair work

Recently bought a bike from a different shop and realised the front dynamo wasn't working and booked a repair slot at this place as was close by. Initially they told me they couldn't find out what was wrong and all the connections were fine and told me to provide the warranty to get the front wheel replaced. Another guy quickly had a look at the bike and said some of the wires were loose and fixed it within 5 minutes and didn't even charge me, very nice guy. I'm not sure why they didn't have a look properly in the first place though.

30 September 2024
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Rated 4 out of 5 stars

I previously posted a one star review…

I previously posted a one star review (it’s now deleted) it was a knee jerk response to the live chat not responding to my complaint about non delivery.
I’ve since had a telephone call from South Downs Bikes, explaining the issue a replacement was immediately made available and posted the day after now waiting for Royal Mail to deliver.

29 August 2024
Unprompted review
Rated 4 out of 5 stars

Awesome product slow postman

Order finally turned up after 12 days, second class post untracked probably needs upgrading. Product is awesome though. Used as a replacement for IOS no longer supporting the right kind of Bluetooth.

16 August 2024
Rated 5 out of 5 stars

Had a minor issue with a wheel that…

Had a minor issue with a wheel that wasn’t quite right and had to take it back to the shop after a repair. Wheel was fixed, they also fitted a new tyre for me, which I had purchased separately and Martin (owner), sorted me out with a coffee on the house from cafe across the road, thanks for that.
So, happy days, will definitely be back for upgrades and would recommend.
Thanks
David

3 August 2024
Unprompted review
Rated 5 out of 5 stars

excellent

Very helpful answered all my questions patiently great communication before and after sales.

28 May 2024
Rated 5 out of 5 stars

Worked wonders

A big thank you to Andy at the Storrington branch. My free hub was well and truly knackered, creaking when riding forward and kicking back when trying to freewheel. Sadly I can't replace the free hub so ultimately I'll need a new wheel. However Andy worked some black magic and breathed some new life into it, it feels almost new. Well worth the nominal fee to keep me mountainbiking until I find the right new rear wheel that I want.

21 May 2024
Unprompted review
Rated 1 out of 5 stars

Ordered a tyre online

Ordered a tyre online, drove to the shop to find out they didn't have it even though online said they had stock. Wasted my time and money and I won't be using this company again.

3 May 2024
Unprompted review

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