The Cornish Bike Mechanic

Due to circumstances beyond my control I will be closed for 7-10 days with immediate effect.

I will not be taking on any new bookings or services during this time.

Bikes that I currently have in the workshop I will get completed as soon as possible and returned to my customers.

I'll contact everyone who has already made bookings and reschedule their appointments or offer other mechanics who can help until I am back open again.

Many thanks for your continued support.

Colin.

The bank holiday weekends racings in Belgium! 🔥 Hot.

Considering last week, the ladies were riding in winter kit, this weekend it was 31°c +.

Great vibe and good to be able to have mutual support with RWC Ahoy.

I'll be closed over the Bank Holiday Weekend as ill be supporting the U23 development team in 🇧🇪 as they race the Vermarc 2 day stage race.

If you dont already, give the team a follow 👍.

The mobile service centre will be back on the road and servicing your bike from Tuesday.

🚴‍♂️💥 Ride Harder. Worry Less. 💥🚴‍♂️

Ever had your ride cut short by a pinch flat or rim strike? 😩

That’s where Tannus tyre inserts come in.

Installed between your tyre and inner tube (or tubeless setup), Tannus inserts provide an extra layer of protection so you can ride with confidence over rocks, roots, potholes, and rough roads.
✅ Reduces punctures
✅ Protects your rims
✅ Improves grip and stability
✅ Allows lower tyre pressures for more comfort and traction
✅ Gives peace of mind on every ride

Whether you're smashing trails on your MTB, tackling gravel adventures, or commuting on Cornwall’s rough roads, Tannus inserts are a game changer. 🔥

I offer professional supply and fitting at The Cornish Bike Mechanic so you can spend less time fixing punctures and more time riding. 🚲🔧

📩 Drop me a message to find out if Tannus inserts are right for your bike.

Another busy week this week keeping cyclists on their bikes and riding!

A snap shot of some of the jobs this week.

•A service on this FAST Stealthy weapon of a bike. You'll see this on the TT circuit being powered by Mike.

•Brake bleed and gear index on the Orbea with a drivetrain replacement due to wear from the drive unit to follow.

• Tannus Inserts for the Trek Powerfly. I always recommend E-Bike riders have inserts installed to help prevent punctures. E-Bikes are heavy and even heavier with a flat!!

• A full strip down and rebuild of this stunning Specialized Epic. Lots of parts replaced ready for summer riding.

•A service and tubeless set up for the Liv ready for an overseas trip to Austria.

Warranty work from Ribble Cycles is also keeping me busy as the Ribble Service OutPost for Cornwall.

The workshop is full next week as Im still clearing the backlog of bikes awaiting service.

Ive bookings to catch up with and get into the diary, so I'm currently looking about 3 weeks ahead. However, please contact me and I'll get you into the diary when I can.

Booking enquiries through Bikebook if possible please.

A busy week ahead follows on from a busy few weeks gone by.

Tubeless tyre set up this evening on this set of Hunt wheels with Specialized tyres.

A new product to the workshop in the form of tubeless sealant which ill be using for tubeless tyres as well as top ups.

📢📣Don't forget to top up your sealant every 3 to 6 months dependent on use 📣📢

Advanced notice that the workshop will be closed from Thursday 23rd to Tuesday 28th April as Im off to

Looking forward to a short break and a great weekend of gravel riding.

Ill be back on the 🔧 Tuesday

I'm back from holiday now and the mobile workshop will be back on the road from the 4th March.

Many thanks to those who have messaged and contacted me regarding your bikes.

Ill be messaging and calling from today to get appointments in the diary and your bikes fixed.

Thanks Colin