Single Speed Co. Reviews 172

TrustScore 3 out of 5

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Rated 1 out of 5 stars

SCAM !! DO NOT BUY FROM THIS COMPANY. Like many others here, i was scamed by singlespeedco. I bought a bicycle back in October, they never sent me the product. I talked to my bank and did a chargeba... See more

Rated 5 out of 5 stars

Delighted with ordering process and how the bike looks. Was realistic in knowing that any discounted (Rutherford State Cycle) would need some upgrading. Tyres and brakes pads for example - very en... See more

Rated 1 out of 5 stars

I ordered a bike from their website in the beginning of October, and was told it would take up to 14 days for the order to be shipped (which was ok even if their website said at max 14 days including... See more

Rated 5 out of 5 stars

I bought my bike with Single Speed Co. through my employers cycle work scheme. The customer service I received was absolutely fantastic - I think I managed to change my quote four times and each req... See more

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  1. Bicycle Store
  2. Recreation Center

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Digital cycling company with a very real attitude to bicycles.


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TrustScore 3 out of 5

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Rated 5 out of 5 stars

The best bike company in England

The best bike company in England! Very professional service with bunch of nice people. They were always happy to advise, even during late nights or Christmas! Thank you very much guys for making my dreams come true. I hope we will make a new fantastic deal in near future! Once again guys, MASSIVE THANK YOU!

April 7, 2017
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Rated 1 out of 5 stars

Simply Unacceptable

I put off writing this review for a while, as I don't like leaving 1 star reviews.

Originally Enquired in January about getting a bike on the 'CycleScheme' that was advertised on the Single-Speed website. After registering my company with CycleScheme, I was told that Single-Speed are not registered with them as advertised; I discovered this after two weeks.

I was then requested to set up an account with 'Cycle2Work', and once more, had to wait a couple of weeks to have this setup. Now set up with Cycle2Work, contact completely dropped off. Now taking 4 weeks to get nearly nowhere, I called them, many, many times with no-one picking up the company line.

I would however received emails from the company owner at irregular hours in the middle of the night, telling me conflicting information to that, that I had gained from the cycle scheme itself.

Moving on - 6 weeks later, roughly 60 emails and 45 ignored calls, I now have my bike.

This review doesn't even touch the tip of the iceberg with how disappointed I am with Single-Speeds service and their complete lack of ability to know how to deal with a clearly disappointed customer.

I wouldn't recommend this company to Satan himself.

April 2, 2017
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Reply from Single Speed Co.

Hi Hikaru,

I am sorry you feel only the one star way.
We did a great deal after your original enquiry for getting a bike via Cycle to Work scheme by trying to organise your preferred CycleScheme deal. Unfortunately for reasons beyond our control CycleScheme wasn't an option and we applied for an alternative, the Cycle2Work scheme. The application process took some time and you were informed it will not be instant.

As soon as the application was successfully through you were issued a quotation form and as soon as your employer had paid the invoice with Cycle2Work bike was shipped and delivered in a timely manner within 6 days after receiving a full payment.

You did catch us off guard for some days on holiday while the phone was left unattended although voicemail, email, facebook messenger and other channels of communication were still open.

Fingers crossed, the weather stays dry and gives you many days to enjoy the bike through the summer.

Rated 4 out of 5 stars

Couldn't fault Single Speed Co but....

sadly the break leaver that was included in the box with my bike was the wrong one. Single Speed acted swiftly and got it sorted as quickly as they could and were always prompt when replying to messages on Messenger.

This mishap was completely not their fault so on the whole a great service.

March 28, 2017
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Reply from Single Speed Co.

Thanks for a review, Jo!
Sorry for the mishap with the lever, hope the new one we sent is all fine and dandy.

Rated 1 out of 5 stars

When bike breaks down on arrival, don't blame it on consumer.

Slightly disappointed as bike come in the box with a crooked pedal crank and a front wheel slightly out of true. While customer support was always very reactive, i was being told that my usage was in question.

Hi that's handy to not being able to respond to your response. Here we go again. As said to you, bike pedals were already mounted and the wheel shouldn't be out of true on first usage. Judt to be clear it was the bike i had to go to to get the crank replaced (aNd pay an extra £10) who told me that was a manufacturing issue. Not admitting your good was damaged simply make things worse. Not acceptable. Again. Revising my original 3 star rating down to 1. And this time, it is all on you.

March 27, 2017
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Reply from Single Speed Co.

Hi,

Thank you for your review, although the issue with a crank typically appears after incomplete assembly process a free replacement was issued and shipped right after reporting this fault. Slight wheel truing is also a part of the final assembly process apart of rare cases where couriers have mishandled the goods. Hope the bike runs smooth with a new crank now.

Rated 5 out of 5 stars

Very Happy Chap

I purchased a Quella from Single Speed on the Bike2Work Scheme.
The service I received (from Evija) could not be faulted and the bike arrived very promptly.
I would highly recommend using Single Speed Co. to anyone.

March 16, 2017
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Reply from Single Speed Co.

Your words make us blush, especially Evija ☺️

Rated 5 out of 5 stars

Excellent service

Free delivery and great information. Perfect experience.

March 3, 2017
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Reply from Single Speed Co.

Tak, Claus, tak! ❤️🇩🇰

Rated 5 out of 5 stars

Best service I have ever received online!

Cannot stress how amazingly helpful these guys are. Speedy replies, plenty of information, order tracking over Facebook. Definitely use this website you will not regret it!

February 28, 2017
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Reply from Single Speed Co.

Here is a 5* review to you too as a customer! 🙌 Thank you!

Rated 5 out of 5 stars

Great process

The site made it easy for me to find what I wanted.

The shipping was a lot faster than expected and I love the product!

The only thing that could have been better would be some tracking on the shipment, with quite a large delivery it would have been good to make sure I was available.

Edit: I'm not sure if this will be seen by the folk at single speed but replies to reviews pushes it up to a 5*.

February 23, 2017
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Reply from Single Speed Co.

Hi Ross, thanks for the review and sorry we couldn't get that 5* service this time. Usually, our tracking numbers are shared with customers ahead of delivery. Will look into this issue but it's definitely a one off. Ride safe! EDIT: we not only see you but we also dance a round of boogie dance in celebration.

Rated 5 out of 5 stars

Nice website, good communication, great bicycle.

A really nice website. Easy and friendly after-sales communication. And a great bicycle!
The bike arrived very well packed and was easy to assemble. It's very light, beautiful and brilliant to ride. I ride it to work and back every day and love it.

February 7, 2017
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Reply from Single Speed Co.

♥️👉🏼🚲 Thumbs up and keep riding!

Rated 2 out of 5 stars

Not great

Took over 2 weeks to deliver to UK address

February 1, 2017
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Reply from Single Speed Co.

Ouch, that was really badly managed. Very sorry for the inconvenience, Laurence.

Rated 5 out of 5 stars

Echo Single Speed

Great Looking Bike
Over The Moon With It And The Service
No Problems With Delivery
If Your Looking For A Single Speed
This Is The Guys To Buy If From
Thank you Very Much
Darren

January 24, 2017
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Reply from Single Speed Co.

Thank you for a review, ride safe, Darren!
Maris

Rated 5 out of 5 stars

The best online customer service EVER!

The team at Single Speed Co. we're so GOOD that I believe they have taught me a thing in customer service. Here's a list of how so...

1. Owner of the company personally e-mailed me to thank me for my purchase the following day.

2. I mistakenly bought the wrong sized bike, and SS Co. were so helpful in me returning and exchanging for the correct size.

3. Regularly responded to messages and kept me up to date.

4. Continuously helpful.

Thank you, I look forward to enjoying this bike for years to come but I also hope I can buy more from you in the near future. Excellent service.

January 24, 2017
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Reply from Single Speed Co.

Hey, thanks for a superstar review, it really means the world to us!

Rated 3 out of 5 stars

Terrible courier delivery experience; great looking bike

Firstly, its a great looking bike.

The courier used for delivery is pretty useless, poor communications and you just get a text on the day saying it'll be delivered, no advanced warning. For "health & safety" reasons they only do a 'kerbside' drop, so my girlfriend had to plead him to help carry in the box inside. My advice - get it delivered to your local bike shop, to qualify for warranty it has to be professionally built anyway.

The tyres look lethal, no tread/ grip at all so they came off immediately.

In summary - its a great looking bike, but when you add in the build costs plus decent tyres the cost is over £400, so may as well buy something in the UK that does not need to be shipped from Europe. If its looks you are after, go for this, if not buy local.

January 23, 2017
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Reply from Single Speed Co.

Hi Tom,

As we mentioned in previous communication only XL bikes are sent via "that" courier and all other sizes are delivered via UPS, DHL or FedEx. Unfortunately, none of the usual couriers would take a box that size so specifically for XL bikes we are forced to use an alternative, and besides, the delivery is free.
Regarding the tires, Thickslick is one of the upcoming/leading brands on the market and they are not cheap to buy. Give them a go.
Most of our brands are shipped locally but since PureFix has made a base just across the pond we ship their bikes from the mainland.
Hope the bike runs smooth, email us any time should you need any further assistance.

Rated 1 out of 5 stars

Poor buying experience

Having chosen a bike/purchase a bike a month and a half before Christmas. I got an email back saying they were out of stock until mid January. Just after Christmas, I got another email, saying due to a manufacturing problem they weren’t available until mid February, offering an alternative. I choose another wanting the bike asap, getting a promise it would be delivered mid January. I enquired mid Jan, reply was, it will be ready in a few days, it’s a priority. A few days later another email, sorry your purchase went out to someone else, they’re out of stock now! Yet some more alternatives offered! Poor service!!!

January 22, 2017
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Reply from Single Speed Co.

Hi David,
Indeed, it has been a roller coaster with your order. It has officially been our unluckiest order of the year with suppliers and deliveries letting us down multiple times. We really deserve this 1* this time. Let us know if we can make it up with an extra discount or alternative choice or surely an option of refund is on the table.

Rated 5 out of 5 stars

Best online bike shop

These guys delivers. Very responsive and good products. I was sourcing components from seven different online shops and Single Speed Co comes out as the best one.

January 2, 2017
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