Balfe's Bikes - Reigate Reviews 

987
TrustScore 5 out of 5

4.8

43 Bell Street, RH2 7AQ Reigate, Surrey, GB


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Rated 5 out of 5 stars

A superb experience in buying a fantastic bike that I am delighted with. You don’t just purchase a bike you join the Balfes family. A family that loves cycling and all it has to offer. I am totally... See more

Rated 4 out of 5 stars

Would have been 5 stars except for the fact I kept trying to speak to your Gatwick branch which was the nearest branch for me but no one would answer the phone. So I then phoned Reigate who did answ... See more

Rated 4 out of 5 stars

Over and above expectations. Headset starts to make an alarming knocking sound. In to Reigate branch and on the spot identified the star nut had rusted away. Booked for a headset service in four days... See more

Rated 5 out of 5 stars

Richard in the workshop was very helpful and willingly gave up his time and expertise to try to help address the problem with my Trek. Gold star ⭐... The other Reigate staff were also very customer fo... See more


Company details

  1. Bicycle Store
  2. Activewear Store
  3. Bicycle Repair Shop
  4. Bike Accessories Store
  5. Road Cycling

About Balfe's Bikes - Reigate

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The Bike Sales and Servicing Specialists.


Founded in 2008, Balfe’s Bikes has 12 bike shops in London and the South East. We stock the world’s best bike brands including Trek, Specialized, Brompton, Whyte, Giant, BMC, Frog and more, plus all the acccessories you would expect.


We are proud to maintain high standards of service in our shops, our workshops and online. View our website for the latest product releases, deals and more to find everything you need to enjoy cycling.


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Free Click & Collect
To our 12 stores across London and the South East
Free delivery
Free delivery on all bikes over £500 - Free delivery non-bike orders over £30 (*excluding bulky or restricted items free delivery over £100)
0% finance
Available to help spread the cost via Klarna. Terms & Conditions apply.
Cycle to Work available
Vouchers accepted to save 25-39%
Online service booking
For our professional workshops
Balfe’s personal bike delivery
No unpacking required. Bike built and ready to ride straight away, for local customers

Contact info

  • 43 Bell Street, RH2 7AQ, Reigate, Surrey, United Kingdom

  • 01737 242163

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Rated 5 out of 5 stars

Full service done on the same day as…

Full service done on the same day as the booking.
Great value for money, very professional team. 😀

November 23, 2025
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Reply from Balfe's Bikes - Reigate

We're happy to hear that you found our team professional and the service valuable. We appreciate you taking the time to leave us this positive feedback!

Rated 5 out of 5 stars

Great service

Helpful, knowledgeable staff , great customer service. Accurate estimates.

November 21, 2025
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Reply from Balfe's Bikes - Reigate

We appreciate you taking the time to share your positive experience. We're glad you found our staff helpful.

Rated 1 out of 5 stars

Not the type of customer service you’d expect.

Bit of a dualistic atmosphere in there, the sales process was fine up until I went to collect my bike. It felt like my bike was being held ransom for some perhaps misunderstanding? To give you an idea: One salesman who’s name began with an “M” said, (as I was walking around with my coffee) “it’s not your’s until we’ve completed the pdi” but then proceeded to chat away to someone else while 2 other staff members were available but not going to sign me off (fine with that). About 90 minutes later, when the pdi was completed. I courteously pointed out some play between the front rotor and the wheel. While showing one of the techs what I meant, another younger chap (who’d been hiding in the corner the whole 90 minutes) came over and said I was breathing down their necks and that he’d rather refund me than diagnose the issue (this was entirely his idea). He eventually yielded (not without rude protest) to remove the wheel, inspect the rotor and re-torque it but in doing so, threw the disassembled components on the bench in a foul mood. For the first time this made me, as a customer, feel quite unsafe. And it left an impression that lasted long enough for me to want to leave this review when asked.

November 14, 2025
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Reply from Balfe's Bikes - Reigate

Hi Simon,

Sorry to hear of your time with the shop. On the day we did try to resolve every issue you had and explained that we ensure the bike is safe to ride as part of our due dilegence before we part ways with you. This in no way was intended to make you feel the bike was being held to ransom but merely ensure your continuing pleasure and safety with your new bike.

The shop team spent a significant amount of time ensuring that your bike was to your liking and we hope it is. If this service didn't meet your satisfaction we are truly sorry but hope that you can see our numerous reviews show this isn't how we operate.

Enjoy the bike and the many happy miles.

Rated 5 out of 5 stars

Friendly helpful staff who did a top…

Friendly helpful staff who did a top job servicing my rather filthy gravel bike.

November 14, 2025
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Reply from Balfe's Bikes - Reigate

We're happy to hear that our staff were helpful and did a great job servicing your bike! Thank you for your positive feedback and your time.

Rated 5 out of 5 stars

Had my mtb wheels set-up for tubeless

Had my mtb wheels set-up for tubeless. As always excellent and efficient service!

November 8, 2025
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Reply from Balfe's Bikes - Reigate

Thank you for the positive feedback on your tubeless setup.

Rated 5 out of 5 stars

Knowledgeable and friendly staff

Knowledgeable and friendly staff. Keen prices and good selection.

November 5, 2025
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Reply from Balfe's Bikes - Reigate

Hi Paul, we love to hear this. Thanks for the 5* review

Rated 5 out of 5 stars

Great bike shop

Great bike shop. Had some really useful mountain biking advice for my son from knowledgable staff member. Walked out with helmets and gloves and happy boy.

October 26, 2025
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Reply from Balfe's Bikes - Reigate

Hi Richard. Appreciate the review. Always here to help.

Rated 5 out of 5 stars

Excellent

Staff always very helpful and on hand to offer advice and recommendations where needed. As someone new to cycling, they have been amazing!

November 3, 2025
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Reply from Balfe's Bikes - Reigate

Hi Andrew, we appreciate your feedback! Always here to help.

Rated 5 out of 5 stars

Balfes bikes for brakes

Richard did a good job fixing my brakes, thanks

November 2, 2025
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Reply from Balfe's Bikes - Reigate

Hi Ian, always nice to hear we did a great job. Will share your comment with Richard.

Rated 5 out of 5 stars

Balfe's Reigate is my go to bike shop

Balfe's Reigate is my go to bike shop. They are a nice and very helpful bunch of people - helping with the right kind of item I need, giving me tips on my bike.

November 7, 2025
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Reply from Balfe's Bikes - Reigate

Hi Vinit, this is great news! Thanks for sharing with us and we will see you soon we hope.

Rated 5 out of 5 stars

Knowledgeable staff and really helpful

Knowledgeable staff and really helpful

October 31, 2025
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Reply from Balfe's Bikes - Reigate

We appreciate your positive feedback and we're glad you found our staff knowledgeable and helpful. Thank you for your time!

Rated 5 out of 5 stars

Richard and Simon could not do enough…

Richard and Simon could not do enough to help me, super friendly and helpful!

October 28, 2025
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Reply from Balfe's Bikes - Reigate

Hi Marie, wonderful feedback. Simon and Richard are stars and we will pass this on to them.

Rated 5 out of 5 stars

Staff are always friendly and helpful…

Staff are always friendly and helpful and offer good advice.

October 23, 2025
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Reply from Balfe's Bikes - Reigate

We appreciate you taking the time to leave us a review! We're happy to hear our staff is friendly, helpful, and offers good advice.

Rated 5 out of 5 stars

Excellent advice and great service

Excellent advice and great service. 2nd bike I have purchased from Balfes and I will go back to them for any future purchases. Brilliant.

October 18, 2025
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Reply from Balfe's Bikes - Reigate

Hi Andy, love to hear this. Thanks for the glowing review.

Rated 5 out of 5 stars

Good

Good, friendly and informed service. Just what you need when investing in a new bike.

October 21, 2025
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Reply from Balfe's Bikes - Reigate

Hi Mark, this is great to hear. Enjoy the new bike.

Rated 5 out of 5 stars

Really helpful and knowledgeable staff

Really helpful and knowledgeable staff

October 17, 2025
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Reply from Balfe's Bikes - Reigate

Chris,

We appreciate your positive feedback and we're glad our staff were helpful and knowledgeable. Thank you for your time!

Rated 5 out of 5 stars

My 4th bike from them

It’s the 4th bike I’ve bought from Balfes and they were brilliant again. Matt in particular was so helpful and patient and his knowledge and advice were exceptional, someone who knows his stuff and is clearly passionate about what he does. Thanks Matt, and a mention to Simon and Richard too…thank you.

October 10, 2025
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Reply from Balfe's Bikes - Reigate

Hi Tony,

We're happy to hear that you enjoyed your experience with us! It's great to know that our team provided exceptional service during your fourth purchase. We appreciate your kind words and thank you for your continued support.

Rated 5 out of 5 stars

Great service

Great service. Very helpful couldn’t recommend them more

October 11, 2025
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Reply from Balfe's Bikes - Reigate

We appreciate your positive feedback and are so glad that our Reigate team could provide such helpful service. Thank you for recommending us! Kind regards, Balfes Bikes

Rated 3 out of 5 stars

Only provided a partial solution

Only provided a partial solution

October 14, 2025
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Reply from Balfe's Bikes - Reigate

Hi James, thanks for taking the time to review the shop. Would be great to understand how we could get this to a 5* review in the future.

Rated 5 out of 5 stars

Great customer service

Great customer service. Very pleased with whole experience.

October 10, 2025
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Reply from Balfe's Bikes - Reigate

We are so glad that our customer service and your overall experience were great. Thank you for your positive feedback and appreciation! Kind regards, Balfes Bikes

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