Steve Lang was recommended to me by a friend. I asked Steve to install a hydraulic seat post on my mountain bike, a job which he had previously done on another bike that I own. Upon inspecting my bike (an Orange 5) and having assessed the design of my frame, Steve informed me that the installation would be more technical than the initial install had been, and thus more costly. The problem lay in how to internally route the gear cable which would actuate the dropper post. After initially leaving my bike with Steve for the upgrade to be undertaken, I had a a think about the problem that he had presented,and recalled having seen a GMBN Youtube video presented by Neil Donoghue which demonstrated a method of installing the cable which was by using a magnetised telescopic rod to move the cable internally through the tubes. When I suggested this idea to Steve he became very angry and told me "DON'T TELL ME HOW TO DO MY JOB, I'VE DONE THIS A HUNDRED TIMES BEFORE, I'VE BEEN RUNNING THIS BUSINESS FOR 10 YEARS... (in a teenager's sulky tone!)". After Steve's sulk, I took my bike to a second mechanic, Carl. Now, Carl isn't Cytec qualified and hasn't been running a bicycle repair business for ten years, and so has no experience of installing a dropper post on a bike. Yet, despite this, he was able to use the suggested method to install the dropper post, and guess what? It works!!! It actually works !!! + I saved £20. All without the attitude that I got from Steve. Oh, one final thought... You know how Steve was initially recommended to me by a friend? Well, I spoke to my friend again, and he informed me that he had had his doubts about Steve when he had first met him. Well, thanks for not mentioning that sooner, mate. Update following Steve's response: Steve's first point boils down to the (misguided) idea that I TOLD him what to do, as appose to making a friendly suggestion, which is how I see it. As far as I'm concerned, the whole episode that Steve describes played out in his head rather than in reality, and I've discussed this issue with Steve in person, but he refuses to accept my truth. Even if it is as Steve believes it to be, tell me, why would you, the customer, willingly pay £20 extra to have the bottom bracket removed in order to install a hydraulic seat post, when a tool bought for £2.95 and used by a competent mechanic would make it possible to entirely bypass this step? Steve, there is a distinct difference between knowledge and skill, and knowing how to do a job having observed it being done by a professional does not equate to having the competency and confidence to undertake the job oneself. For example, I understand how Michelangelo painted the Sistine Chapel, but that doesn't mean that I possess the technical skills to do it myself, does it? So, I'm trusting that by now Steve has seen my update, and my friend, Kris's, validity has been proven, so, I'm removing his personal details from the record. "Hours on the phone and in the workshop " B/S You're having a laugh, right??? Oh, and you speak of my experiences with other bike shops as if they are in some way relevant to my encounter with Biking-Fix and have the cheek to call me the 'Common Denominator'. Yet, it is strange that my experience of using Biking-Fix was preceded by the experiences of SnapPlug, Ross Wharton, Nigel Bergin and others, who have all used Google Reviews to pass comment on your attitude and professionalism, the quality of your work and your pricing, so maybe you should take a long, hard look at yourself before you go casting dispersions on others. Ultimately, Steve's response doesn't alter the facts of the matter, which are that work which Steve stated he couldn't / wouldn't do was completed to standard by an alternative mechanic, who charged half of what Steve was asking. So do yourself a favour and avoid Biking-Fix like it were Covid 19.

Not very impressed. Due to covid shutting my usual bike shop I thought I’d try here. Tried to charge me £80 to replace a headset on a £200 bike. I’ve never paid half that previously. He then made me pay £20 labour (despite it taking him less than half an hour to examine the headset). When queried about charging £40 plus an hour labour, he claimed I had to pay for the use of his tools! I also found him to be very rude and twice he accused me of lying. When I produced an email to prove I was telling the truth he wouldn’t even apologise.

Found this place via a search engine and glad I did. I also prefer to use a local small business over a chain of shops. My bike had been stood for far longer than it should have and needed a once over via a professional who was very helpful, kept me informed and updated about the repairs. Was also a very quick turnround. All in all a brilliant service and great value. Will definitely be returning when the need arises.

Barely a month has gone by and the gear shifter and cable had broke which were replaced. The seat saddle also snapped off despite a level one safety check being carried out. Let me add a caveat here, due to the short notice stating when the bike could be collected, I had no time to clean it (it was filthy). Several lectures later about that and a bill of £147, I have a bike that is broken again. A real shame.

Steve did a level 2 service on my mountain bike and I was highly satisfied. Communication before and after the service were excellent the service was carried out on the date arranged and my 10 year old bike feels like new Steve conducts himself in a friendly professional manner I would definitely recommend that people give him a try

Steve is very passionate about his work and this reflects in his customer service and the quality of his work . He was exactly the type of business I was looking and he lived upto my expectations as the service offered was fast , efficient and at a reasonable price . I would definitely use him again and recommend him . Many thanks .

It's not often I leave a review but would 100% reccomend Steve. Really good comms, was clear with when / how he could help and did the job at a reasonable price. The guy clearly lives and breathes bikes - exactly who I'd want working on mine. Found him online - the positive reviews are well deserved. Cheers!

What can I say about this guy, unbelievably helpful, kept me informed and updated about the repairs, gave a realistic time scale for completion and was able to get the work done sooner. All for a brilliant value price. Will definitely be a returning customer and would recommend!.

Steve dished and trued some wheels for me, and serviced the hubs. Did a fantastic job, with a quick turnaround and fair price. Very professional, but more importantly really nice fella, helpful, easy going and informative. Great local bike mechanic. Cheers

Very quick turnaround on switching my tires to fully tubeless. From a call made at 2000hrs the night before they were all sorted by late afternoon the next day. Very flexible service, was impressed. Reasonably priced as well. Will certainly use again. CJ

Found Steve on the Internet , read his reviews and rang him up for a service, very detailed check of my bike, the best my gears have ever been , still have further work to do... Excellent service , already recommending him to family and friends....

Steve was a fantastic from start to finish. Straight forward advice, practical recommendations and excellent workmanship. Kept me updated throughout the process and the bike is like it’s brand new again. Wouldnt hesitate to recommend.

Top quality service from steve lang .if you have any problems with your bike don't take it to Halfords they are all mainly young teens without any clue how to fix a bike.Biking fix have got my business for life.cheers steve great job

I have been there to get my baby stroller tyre pressure. He actually filled pressure and also gave me missing valve for free. He had done the job for me in minutes. Highly recommend this person for his help and skill.

Brilliant Service from Steve. I was let down by my local bike shop so I asked Steve to do all the work I needed. He really knows his bikes and components. Fantastic result, I will be back again.

Great coms with Steve really knowledgeable bloke took an old frame for him to tap new threads in bottom bracket. Quality job at a great price. cannot recommend enough thanks again Steve …

Exceptional, quick, quality service. Fixed my wheel in an hour. However was a short notice. Helped me out. Delivered for me. I only can recommend him with full responsibility. Thanks again.

Biking-Fix has looked after my MTB and road bike for over a year now and has done a great job each and every time, repairs, service and upgrade on a full suspension and Di2 Ultegra.

Prompt communication and honest advice provided. Happy with the price and speed the job was carried out. Wouldn't hesitate to use again or recommend to others …

Super helpful! Steve has helped me get my rear shock serviced under warranty, his communication has been brilliant, wouldn't hesitate to reccomend him!

Steve only did a small job on my Road bike but was pleasant and clearly Knowledgeable. Looking forward to him working on my bikes in the future!

RIP OFF!!! Gave cheap price over phone when got there and done the job charged more. And still the same issue with bike.

Top notch service from a guy that knows his stuff and has a passion for what he does. Can't recommend enough

Excellent prompt service and good communication. Really helpful advice given, would definately recomend

Steve offered to fix my bike at short notice and during a time of high demand. What great service.

I needed a new inner tube Steve fit a new one straight away no messing. Well chuffed. Thank you.

Excellent service, quality work, really nice guy. Highly recommended will definitely use again

Absolutely brilliant service and a nice bloke too! I will be using Biking Fix again

Fantastic service as usual wouldn’t use any one else highly recommended

Very impressive all round service would highly recommend.

Professional and quick, fairly priced. Will use again.

Fixed a bike I'd bought for Christmas, did a great job

Swift service and great comms, thanks!

Very professional helpful and honest.

Highly recommended. Cheers.

Excellent service

BRILLIANT!