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Australia’s largest bicycle retailer, 99 Bikes, is set to officially establish its third UK store, with the newest location – Walton-on-Thames – opening doors on Saturday, May 17.
Located in the heart of Walton town centre on New Zealand Avenue, the store boasts an impressive 2,100 sq ft
floorspace offering a broad range of bike brands including Cube, Orbea, Scott, Merida and Marin.
From mountain, full suspension, road and gravel bikes, to hybrid, electric and kids, 99 Bikes offers a broad range to suit all requirements and budgets.
The business, which stakes a claim to being “Known as the world’s most approachable bike shops”, will also stock accessories such as helmets, clothing and footwear, enabling customers to make a complete new bike day purchase, in-store.
The new Walton store will offer bike repair via its service centre, with a Shimano-accredited workshop staffed by Cytech-qualified mechanics. Services can be booked online or in-store.
“99 Bikes is the leading bicycle retailer in Australia for good reason,” said Dave Maynard, General Manager, 99 Bikes UK. “Whether you are a first-time trail rider or a lifelong road cyclist, we pride ourselves on offering the friendliest service in the business.”
“Walton-on-Thames is such a popular destination in the UK cycling world, offering miles of rolling hills and stunning landscapes, so we’re thrilled to now be part of this great community.”
Details on the 99 Bikes Walton-on-Thames grand opening are as follows:
- When: Saturday, May 17 from 10 am to 12 pm
- Where: 99 Bikes, Auckland House, New Zealand Ave, Walton-on-Thames, KT12 1PL
- What: Activities on the day for guests to enjoy include:
- Free coffee and breakfast
- Complimentary bike tune-ups
- Ask Me Anything – 99 Bikes team members on hand to answer all of your cycling questions
- A ‘Bespoke Bar’ for kids to makeover their bikes with stickers and accessories
- 15% off storewide all weekend (Friday, Saturday & Sunday – T&Cs apply)
