The Bike Shop Wales, Penarth

Hi Folks!
We have a set of roof rack bars here that are free to a good home. They have the key with them.
I don't know exactly what car they are made for.

Happy Christmas Everybody!
Well, another fun, interesting, exciting, and for some, challenging year has come and gone.
As we step away to spend holiday time with our friends and families, we want to wish continued health and happiness to you all.
We want to thank all of our wonderful customers/friends for continuing to support our shop and allowing us to continue to support you all.
We hope you all have a wonderful holiday
We will close at 1pm on Wednesday, December 24th and we will reopen at 11am on Monday January 5th, 2026.
If you would like to reserve priority assistance upon our return, please send an email to [email protected].
Wishing love and joy for all.
The Bike Shop Wales

Please note that our Winter opening times are Monday 11 to 4, Wednesday to Friday 11 to 4 and Saturday from 11 to 3. We will be closed on Sunday and Tuesday.
If you prefer you can email us at [email protected]
Thanks!

Hi Folks,
A quick reminder that our Christmas Club is now open.
Select your bikes spread the payments and collect up until Christmas Eve!
THANKS!

Ouch! Glad we are not a Giant dealer.
In September 2025, U.S. Customs and Border Protection (CBP) issued a Withhold Release Order (WRO) against bicycles, parts, and accessories manufactured by Giant in Taiwan. This order allows U.S. officials to detain shipments at the border based on "information that reasonably indicates forced labor use".
Details of the Allegations
The CBP investigation and reporting from a Danish journalist, Peter Bengtsen, identified multiple indicators of forced labor at Giant's Taiwan factories, as defined by the International Labour Organization (ILO), including:
Debt bo***ge: Migrant workers from countries like Vietnam and Thailand reported paying exorbitant recruitment fees (up to several thousand US dollars) to secure jobs, forcing them into debt.
Abusive working and living conditions: Workers described overcrowded and unsanitary dormitories, some reportedly infested with rats.
Withholding of wages: There were allegations of wages being withheld until the end of contracts and deductions for minor rule infractions.
Excessive overtime and intimidation: Workers reported punitive management tactics, including threats of deportation.