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Across Scotland in a day – an ebike test

17/11/2021

Demo Bikes, MTB, Stuff, Travel, Trips & Travel

At Deers Leap we've talked a lot about ebikes and how great they are, and we like to back up our talk with action. So your intrepid author took an ebike on a day out recently to cross Scotland in a day The p...

OPENING HOURS AND CHRISTMAS

Steve Ranger

15/11/2021

Stuff, Uncategorized

Opening times We're now open again with reduced hours due to a temporary staff shortage (he fell off his bike): SHOP 10-5 - closed on Mondays and Tuesdays, open Weds Thurs Fri Sat Sun CAFE - closed Mondays...

THE EFFECTS OF COFFEE – IT’S OFFICIAL!

Steve Ranger

04/10/2021

Life, Stuff

For those of us to whom coffee is central to cycling. it's good to have our prejudices reinforced so at Deers Leap we've done a bit of digging to see whether coffee is good for cycling. There has been plenty of...

We’re Good To Go!

Steve Ranger

22/09/2020

Stuff, Uncategorized

Deers Leap have completed all of our work on Covid related matters, and we are Good To Go according to Visit England. We have measures in place to ensure the safety of clients and staff, and these will vary acc...

We’re making our own

Steve Ranger

20/09/2020

Bike Shop, MTB, Stuff, Uncategorized

With the bike shortage, we thought we'd use our initiative and buy some bike frames from Trek, then source the parts to make our own bikes. These bikes are Trek Marlins and XCalibers; we were able to make a gre...

The Best Ways to Get a Bike

Steve Ranger

13/09/2020

Bike Shop, Stuff, Uncategorized

It's official - there are hardly any bikes anywhere at the moment. Most shops are struggling to get any bikes of any description and we're getting up to 20 enquiries a day for bikes we don't have. Here are some...

Fix Your Bike Voucher Scheme

Steve Ranger

29/07/2020

Bike Shop, Stuff, Uncategorized

The new Fix Your Bike voucher scheme was introduced today, with 50,000 vouchers being issued. Naturally the website crashed straight away, but they'll be rolling out more soon and of course we are a registered ...

South Downs Way on eBikes – 2 The Battery Test

Steve Ranger

01/06/2020

Demo Bikes, MTB, Reviews, Stuff, Technical, Travel, Trips & Travel

As social distancing made it more difficult to go riding with Rob, my co-rider in part one, I decided to continue in a slightly different way by starting at the end point from last time (my house in...

A SDW Odyssey on Electric Bikes

Steve Ranger

24/04/2020

Bike Shop, Life, Stuff, Trips & Travel

Rob is an old climbing partner, known for his stock phrase, ‘What’s the worst that could happen?’ – just before it happens, usually. Retreating from a 19 pitch route in the Alps when he’d belayed me from a tuft...

Getting the Bike Out

Steve Ranger

22/04/2020

Bike Shop, Life, MTB, Stuff, Uncategorized

I am ashamed to say that since the Utah trip back in November, my Fuel EX has been in its bag. Recent events have given me a massive nudge to get out on the Downs, and I finally put it together ...

‘Great Bike Riding Environment’

Took 10 year old daughter here as a trial. We don't have anywhere to keep or ride bikes at home,...

Deers Leap

2018-03-09T13:06:09+00:00

Took 10 year old daughter here as a trial. We don't have anywhere to keep or ride bikes at home, so this is one of 2 rental options in the area. Lovely location, and helpful staff. Good quality bikes. The main trail is challenging for an absolute beginner, but wonderful for everyone else. Saw two deer on the course. If you are a true mountain bike nut(which I am not), then the variety of trails and challenges is excellent. The facilities are basic after the ride, (portable toilets) dark café, however this a good 2 hours for 30 quid for two, and a beautiful and uncrowded space. We will return.

https://deersleap.co.uk/testimonials/great-bike-riding-environment/

‘Awesome spot if beginner or advanced mountain bikers’

Went Mountain Biking Sunday Bank Holiday for the first time in 5 years, my friend goes quite regularly so slightly...

Deers Leap

2018-03-09T13:08:44+00:00

Went Mountain Biking Sunday Bank Holiday for the first time in 5 years, my friend goes quite regularly so slightly nervous. But the trails were brilliantly laid out with options to go "off-piste" if you like for those who are better on a bike, and a simple main trail for the less confident.By the end I was up to speed having worked steadily up, and each of the trails were well maintained and labelled correctly. Wicked day. Also, Adam (I think it's Adam? The lad in the rental office) was an absolute gem. £15 for bike rental. Can't go wrong. Will definitely be back.

https://deersleap.co.uk/testimonials/awesome-spot-if-beginner-or-advanced-mountain-bikers/

‘Great introduction to mountain biking’

Spent a lovely time here yesterday, following the main trail round with 12 & 14 year old boys. Excellent explanation...

Deers Leap

2018-03-09T13:10:14+00:00

Spent a lovely time here yesterday, following the main trail round with 12 & 14 year old boys. Excellent explanation of the course and one good-quality mountain bike hired (much better than my son's hybrid). We found the signs and maps easy to follow, which made for a much less stressful trip than our usual 'getting lost again'. The terrain is variable and there are options for more complex biking, although we found plenty of mud and bumps on the main trail. Great set of jumps and ramps at the beginning/end for us all to have a go. Nice place for coffee afterwards too.

https://deersleap.co.uk/testimonials/great-introduction-to-mountain-biking/

‘Great time out for family’

I took my 9,11 and 14 year old kids out for a first go at mountain biking. Bike hire was...

Deers Leap

2018-03-09T13:11:38+00:00

I took my 9,11 and 14 year old kids out for a first go at mountain biking. Bike hire was easy and they got correctly sized and sturdy, if heavy bikes. The bike shop staff were really welcoming and knowledgeable, and the trails were good for beginners. The main trail is double track, but with loops of blue red and black trail off it, so I could nip off for a quick bit of more challenging riding and join up with them again a couple of minutes later. Two hours was just right to get legs tired but not exhausted.

https://deersleap.co.uk/testimonials/great-time-out-for-family/

Buying a mountain bike

Fantastic service, very laid back and without any pressure, I got a great deal on a second hand bike which...

Deers Leap

2018-03-09T13:13:13+00:00

Fantastic service, very laid back and without any pressure, I got a great deal on a second hand bike which came fully checked over and serviced with a warranty. Lots of choice and the staff really know their stuff. I wouldn't buy a bike anywhere else now, especially as you can try it out on the trail before buying.

https://deersleap.co.uk/testimonials/buying-a-mountain-bike/

Stopped off on the way!

Came past Deers leap on a ride and thought I'd pop in just to check the shop out! I needed...

Deers Leap

2018-03-09T13:16:56+00:00

Came past Deers leap on a ride and thought I'd pop in just to check the shop out! I needed a spare multitool ! I found the owner very friendly and knowledgable .. Great knowledge of the surrounding areas and very friendly!

https://deersleap.co.uk/testimonials/stopped-off-on-the-way/

‘The boys had a fantastic ride, despite the weather!’

I just wanted to thank you and Deer's Leap for the fab time Louis had on Saturday. Ross was excellent...

Deers Leap

2018-03-09T13:21:01+00:00

I just wanted to thank you and Deer's Leap for the fab time Louis had on Saturday. Ross was excellent and made sure that the boys had a fantastic ride, despite the weather! The staff were all very welcoming and helpful and it was great to be able to use the cafe area afterwards. I will certainly recommend Deer's Leap mountain bike parties to friends with kids.

https://deersleap.co.uk/testimonials/the-boys-had-a-fantastic-ride-despite-the-weather/

‘Jonnie had a great party at Deers Leap yesterday..’

Jonnie had a great party at Deers Leap yesterday - the boys all loved it and the mud from the...

Deers Leap

2018-03-09T13:21:55+00:00

Jonnie had a great party at Deers Leap yesterday - the boys all loved it and the mud from the previous days’ rain made it all the more fun. Ross & Tully were fantastic putting up with quite an exuberant bunch of boys. I even managed to keep up with all the boys which I was quite chuffed about.

https://deersleap.co.uk/testimonials/jonnie-had-a-great-party-at-deers-leap-yesterday/

‘…it was great!’

Just wanted to say how much the boys enjoyed the party today, it was great! The instructor was really good...

Deers Leap

2018-03-09T13:23:04+00:00

Just wanted to say how much the boys enjoyed the party today, it was great! The instructor was really good with them too - been receiving messages from mums saying what a brilliant idea it was.

https://deersleap.co.uk/testimonials/it-was-great/

‘Ten out of ten !’

Please could you say a massive thank you to all the team at deers leap bikes! 19 boys very happy!!...

Deers Leap

2018-03-09T13:23:51+00:00

Please could you say a massive thank you to all the team at deers leap bikes! 19 boys very happy!! Ten out of ten ! Very professional, helpful and pleasant! Would recommend it to anyone! Thank you so much

https://deersleap.co.uk/testimonials/ten-out-of-ten/

One to remember! Thank you!

Just to say thank you so much Luka and his mates ( and dad!) had such a brilliant time! One...

Deers Leap

2018-03-09T13:25:04+00:00

Just to say thank you so much Luka and his mates ( and dad!) had such a brilliant time! One to remember! Thank you!

https://deersleap.co.uk/testimonials/one-to-remember-thank-you/

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