Get Bike Training

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• Top notch service at Getbike

  I found out about Get bike back in May of this year from a friend. I had got to the point where I was so frustrated with having to use public transport and had started to consider the idea of getting a scooter. I rung Louis and was told they had just started a new scheme in which for the price of my oyster I could jump straight on a brand new bike. The CBT course was a bit unknown to start with as I have not ridden a bike before. It was incredibly interesting and essential for me and by the end of the day out riding with the instructors, I was buzzing with excitement. It answered a number of safety worries for me showing me how to prepare for other vehicles on the road and thinking ahead. Even down to things like what to wear, not paying congestion charging and where to park. I had a number of questions answers which had made me worried and had stopped me being brave enough to change. I have now been on my scooter for a few months and am looking to take my theory for my full bike license next month. I must admit I struggled for the first few days travelling along the busy A40 to work, slowing learning to filter through traffic. It took me a month to really relax and feel totally confident on the road. I am now totally shocked at how much freedom a bike gives over public transport. Riding in the rain and changing weathers have not been a huge problem and I am glad at all the tips and bike gear I got with the deal. Knowing I can park my bike outside a shop without having to pay and finding an incredible number of motorbike parking bays in London; has meant I now travel in and out of central every day. Also having a back box on the bike means I can store both my jacket and helmet secure on the bike and go shopping. I am totally hooked on having a bike and certainly do not miss waiting for a train or bus in the cold or having someone squashed in my face each morning. I am so glad I made the decision and extremely grateful that I took a package deal over doing it by myself. I would recommend getting a bike or scooter to anyone that lives in London, as it will make your life so much easier and much more stress free. Passing the huge lines of cars each morning brings a smile to my face. Thanks for all your help

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  Simon M.
  Review Date: 20/11/2009 Report review
• Great one-stop-bike-shop

  I have used GetBike from the very start of my biking interests. From the CBT training to buying my actual bike and all the gear! GetBike was able to cater to all my needs and help me out with everything I needed to get out on the road biking and more. Having wanted to learn to ride for a number of years I finally decided to get into gear (excuse the pun!) and book my CBT. As I had absolutely no previous riding experience (nor do I know anyone who rides for any inside info/tips :( ) I decided to go for a reputable training centre as I have seen other training schools which do not offer all the gear, or even the bike on the day. As I was completely new to riding I wanted to make sure I was in good hands, hence Get Bike, and indeed I was . After a great CBT training day in the sunshine out riding an auto 50cc bike (I think it was) with a greatly entertaining instructor, I had decided I wanted to take it a little further and enquire about a geared-bike (to fuel my love of all things fast and exciting). I had a very good talk with one of the other instructors who informed me of the gear conversion they offered which could be done on any day I was free and could be a private lesson, what a great idea! Little did I know this would be my first day in my GetBike experience. From CBT Training, to Gear Conversion course, to buying my first bike, to buying all my highly fashionable (yet very safe) special order gear, I have been a regular at GetBike to ensure I have everything I need to be safe and confident on the roads. Now 4 months on, I am now looking into booking my test and moving up to a higher power bike (which no doubt GetBike's will source for me) as a start to many years of riding to come and relationship with GetBike's. CONCLUSION: All in all a great one-stop-bike-shop with exceptional staff who are more than willing to help with any of your biking needs! Highly recommended.

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  Farrah M.
  Review Date: 18/11/2009 Report review