Live Bikes

Bike sales and repairs

The Company
Live Bikes is Northern Ireland’s mobile, e-bike mountain bike guided ride and coaching specialist. My aim is to provide others with the enjoyment and thrills I get in a safe and affordable way.

About Me
I am extremely passionate about mountain biking, all things two wheels and the great outdoors. I am a qualified Trail Cycle Leader /First aider and have always been involved with 2 wheels since I first learnt to ride back in 1978 age 8. I started competing in schoolboy motorcycle trials at age 11 and started mountain biking in the early 1990s. I currently compete in gravity enduro mountain bike events which included the world famous Megavalanche in the French Alps in 2014.

Equipment
I will supply each participant with a high quality e-bike, compulsory helmet and safety glasses, gloves and knee /shin pads. Though if anyone prefers to use their own gear feel free to do so. Bring your favourite pedals and shoe combo and /or saddle; I’ll fit them to the e- bike “no Problem”.

Venue
As I operate as a mobile service you can choose from some of N. Irelands world class trail centres at Castlewellan, Kilbroney (Rostrevor) or Davagh (Cookstown) with their purpose built and ability graded trails. For total beginners and the less adventurous there is Craigavon Lakes with a purpose built easy singletrack and tarmac cycle paths, or if you fancy a relaxing ride Newry canal towpath is perfect with various start /finish points and a tea break can be included if desired. All you have to do is pre-book the time and venue by phone or email and I will turn up with the bikes and gear. Please contact me so I can discuss your ability level, and advise you on which venue is best suited to your needs. Alternatively if you have a route in mind not mentioned above, contact me to discuss viability. Please note I will need to do a recon ride on the route first.

Group Size
Cycling Ireland states a maximum group size of 8 per Trail Cycle Leader. I only take a maximum of 6 per ride as I feel this gives everyone a better experience, and I have more time to focus on individual coaching. Providing a quality service comes before making money.

The Bikes
These things are awesome! ! German designed Haibike with a Yamaha or Bosch motor, Hydraulic disc brakes and at least front suspension. Check out the photos for yourself. Don’t enjoy cycling up hills or feel you’re not capable? With 3 power assist levels and 9 normal gears these bikes will help even the relatively unfit up the steepest hills. You decide on the level of human effort required. Afraid of being left behind by the group? Don’t worry these bikes are great at levelling the playing field. The power assist cuts out at 15. 5 MPH at which point the bike rides like a normal bike. Even the super fit would struggle to pull away. 100% grin factor so far!

Fitness
E-bikes are pedal assist so you have to pedal to keep them moving. It amazes me that a person with little fitness or someone who hasn’t been on a bike for years can achieve on these bikes. They open up cycling to people who may not have even considered the sport before. Bear in mind a degree of health and fitness is required so please be honest about any health problems and contact your GP first to get the All OK.

The Law
People often ask do they need a licence to ride one? NO e-bikes come under UK EAPC law (electrically assisted pedal cycles) are also known as Pedelecs and are classed as traditional bicycles. Though law states a minimum age of 14 is required.

Booking & Payment
Due to the Logistics of the service I provide, booking is essential for time and venue though I’m fairly flexible and will try to accommodate times to suit you. As I am not permitted to take payments on site please contact me to arrange pre-payment.

Clothing and Nutrition
Please wear practical clothing for cycling and the outdoors eg. - flat footwear like trainers, hiking boots or even work boots are recommended.
Don’t wear very loose or long clothing that could get caught in chain rings and wheels!
Bring a- Lightweight waterproof jacket, Drinks and snacks, and a small backpack.
Please contact me for advice on what is suitable if you have any doubts.


Cancelations
Live Bikes has the right to cancel /cut short or divert the ride if the Trail cycle Leader decides it’s not safe to go ahead or continue. Eg weather warnings like high winds, Illness /injury of the Trail Cycle Leader or group member. Constant Rain in itself is not a reason to cancel the ride but if flexibility allows depending on bookings I will try my best to reschedule. Please allow 48hrs notice if you wish cancel to avoid losing payment. I will always try to reschedule 1st or offer refund 2nd a ride cancelled by Live Bikes. Sorry but I cannot offer refunds on rides that have already started.

Disclaimer
Though cycling is regarded low risk, participants must be aware there is a chance of injury! A condition of my permit to guide /coach is I have insurance in place. Policy states that participants on my activities complete a disclaimer stating they take part at their own risk and are aware of the risks.

Pricing
Pricing is based on other guided rides with bike hire in the area. Understandably I have to charge a little extra to cover the cost of the e-bikes and their maintenance.
Pay a little extra for a lot more FUN! ! !

I aim for my guided rides and coaching sessions to last a minimum of 2 hrs.

All prices include eBike, helmet, safety glasses, gloves, knee /shin pads & a guide.

Prices are based on a 2 hour session

One on one = £70 + £20 for each additional hour

Two to Four Persons = £35 per person + £12 per person for each additional hour

Each additional person up to a maximum of eight persons = £25 per person + £10 per person for each additional hour.








Live bikes reserves the right to amend its policies /terms and conditions /descriptions and pricing at their own discretion.