Welcome to Friction Cycles – Your Premium Independent Bristol Bike Shop 
Whether you are hunting for top-end enduro rigs to tackle technical trails, upgrading your daily commute with an electric folding bike, or picking out your child’s very first wheels, Friction Cycles is here to help. We are an independent, rider-owned bicycle shop located in Bedminster, Bristol, stocking a carefully
curated selection of the industry’s best brands.
From the road to the mud, we live and breathe cycling. Visit us in-store to chat with our knowledgeable team, get custom advice, or explore our massive range of parts, accessories, and specialized rider apparel.
Explore Our Bikes & Premium Brands
We partner with leading global bike manufacturers to bring you high-performance, reliable rides for every discipline.
- Mountain Bikes (MTB & E-MTB): Tackle the trails with premium models from Transition Bicycle Co, Whyte Bikes, Marin, and Orbea.
- Urban & Commuter Bikes: Navigate the Bristol hills effortlessly with market-leading Brompton folding bikes, Estarli, and Raleigh.
- Gravel & Adventure: Get off the beaten path with rugged, versatile drop-bar and flat-bar builds from Genesis and Kinesis.
Friendly, Expert Bike Workshop in Bristol
We love working on all bikes—not just the ones we sell. From a quick puncture fix on your daily commuter to tuning up a custom race-day build, our fully equipped workshop is ready to help. Our experienced mechanics offer transparent pricing, reliable turnarounds, and friendly advice to keep your wheels spinning safely.
Rider Clothing, Protection & Accessories
From the top of your head to the tips of your pedals, we have you covered. We stock an extensive selection of:
Protection & Apparel: Helmets, full-face body armour, knee pads, and technical trail wear from Fox Clothing, Troy Lee Designs, and 100%.
Components & Maintenance: High-grade components from Hope, Shimano, SRAM, Burgtec, and RockShox, alongside cleaning essentials from Juice Lubes and premium tyres from Schwalbe and Michelin.
Why Shop With Friction Cycles?
Cyclescheme & Ride to Work: Save up to 40% on a brand-new bike and equipment through tax-free employee cycle schemes.
Flexible Finance Options: Spread the cost of your new setup with our accessible retail finance packages.
Free UK Delivery: Can’t make it to our Bristol showroom? Enjoy free UK delivery on all online orders over £75, or select free Click & Collect at checkout.
Friction Cycles Contact Details
30 Cannon Street
Bedminster, Bristol
BS3 1BN
Website: https://www.frictioncycles.co.uk/
Phone: 0117 966 4800
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