see what our fans say
"A bike shop is a bike shop is a bike shop? Not so. Both my wife and I were looking for bikes to see ourselves into gently crumbling retirement and happened upon John's in Walcot. We know little or nothing about the technicalities and had nearly been put off the project by our experiences of cycling nerds or studied disinterest elsewhere. The staff at Walcot were knowledgeable without blinding us with unnecessary detail, helpful in the extreme and almost emphatic that we took our time in making our ultimate decisions. On our second visit I was immediately recognised as the "gentleman from Monmouth" (yes we traveled that far!) - what customer relations! We would like to thank everyone at Walcot for their service and look forward to a continued association with the shop in the future" - Mr & Mrs Hallett Oct 2009
"Just wanted to say thank you so much for selling me such an awesome bike. Its so much fun out and about. You guys in the shop were very helpful and I left a very satisfied customer, so will be recommending John's Bikes to family, friends and anyone who wants a bike. Keep up the good work!" - Ali Hollest August 2009
"I would just like to say a special thanks to Jeremy….who was very knowledgeable and helpful and nothing seemed too much trouble for him. I am a very happy customer and the bike is fantastic" - Mr Latchem August 2009
"Really good guys, Great friendly shop with all the staff having a good attitude." - Martin Brennan Feb 2007
"All round good shop. I am a long time road bike rider, and have found the light with my new MTB. They have helped pick a bike, set it up and been a good source of information and advice." - Peter Dec 2004
"Johns Bikes now occupies two shops in Walcot Street and has a great selection of bikes and cycle clothing and accessories. The staff are very friendly and helpful." - WCities
there's nothing like a bike for having fun
"Well, that could be laugh," said a man called John Potter.
"Opening a bike shop"
So he did
In the 1970s the first John's Bikes opened. A tiny shop on Bath's London Road, it stocked more bikes than you'd think possible.
People came from all over. And then they came too to the much bigger John's in Walcot Street in the 1980s. Then even more came when he spread sideways into the shop next door. Where will it all end?
At John's Bikes you'll find whatever you want. As well as all bits, pieces and kit you need to make your cycling dreams come true. And if you don't see it here, just ask and we'll do our utmost to get it for you.
We're known for matching the right saddle to the right bum. Our expert staff will take the time to get you correctly fitted on a bike that's right for your riding style and budget.
And while you're having fun with us, there's plenty for the non-bikers in your party to do here in town - so come on over, see for yourself and make a day of it.
you can never have too many bikes
