At the Bike Cooperative, we are proud that we democratically govern our business for our joint benefit. We consider this to be a better way to run a business than being answerable to a select few who run a company for their own benefit. Our timeline: Our Cooperative was founded in 1977 as Recycles, and… Read more »

It all seemed so easy in the summer as you sailed airily through the sun-dappled streets. What could possibly destroy this two-wheeled idyll? Well … as this planet turns away from the sun like a jilted lover, cycling becomes a very different proposition. Riding into sideways sleet is not always everyone’s idea of a great time… Read more »

You may not know the Highway Code off by heart, but if you’re going to ride your bike after dark it helps if you’re at least a wee bit familiar with Rule 60. For your night-time jaunts, Rule 60 states that you’ll need a white light on the front of your bike and a red… Read more »

New to cycling and don’t know what kind of bike to buy? Don’t fear. Here you’ll find the main kinds of bikes that people tend to speak about, demystified.

The future is … yellow! We are excited to announce that we will be supplying these special Tour de France edition bikes from leading kids bike brand … LE FROG. Available in stunning yellow, you can buy these bikes from the 17th August (12 days before the Tour de France). If you thought that Frog bikes… Read more »

Whyte 2021 bikes are coming in, and it’s aaaall good… Those of you who are Whyte bike fans may have already seen the new arrivals on the Whyte site. This page will tell you what Bike Coop has coming in over the next few weeks. In July and August we should have first drops of… Read more »

Our priority is to ensure we operate in a way which protects the health and safety of customers and colleagues. Bike purchases As of 9 July, new bike purchases are taking around two weeks to be home delivered. If your bike is already on order from the supplier, it will take longer to arrive. We… Read more »

Important riding information for all customers who have bought a Specialized Sirrus or Sirrus X, in 2019 or 2020 from the Bike Coop. We will be updating you all individually by email.

A quick look at the Rockhopper range, landing at the Bike Coop in June 2020. The range prices start at £349 (not pictured here) up to £899 for the excellent Expert model. The Rockhopper 2021 sports a new A1 Premium Alloy Frame, internal cable routing, dropper post compatibility and precise-inspired handling. For those wanting to… Read more »

3 June UPDATE: Our Packster has been very busy! Cathy Miller from Streetwork, has told us that the cargo bike has been out every day, to Pret A Manger,M&S and Tesco to collect sandwiches, salads, drinks, crisps, juice and fruit for lunch to Cairn homeless hostel. Streetwork are currently supplying food, paint, hand sanitiser, you name… Read more »

We’ve said it before and we’ll say it again: could the Diverge be your ‘one bike’ for the year?  Here below are some key models coming to the Bike Coop soon – the first deliveries will be around mid-June. Ask your local Bike Coop store to take your through the detail. If you’d like to… Read more »

Coming soon! As the weather improves and the days stretch, we all want to make sure our kids get out on their bike as much as possible. Summer is the perfect time for the family bike ride. We’re always scouring the landscape for the best in kids bike brands, and Ridgeback Dimsension 14 will soon… Read more »

We are all being asked to stay indoors while the UK struggles to come to terms with the effects of coronavirus. We should all adhere to government guidelines and do our bit to help our health workers combat the crisis. As a Bicycle and Repair shop, we are exempt from the enforced closure of businesses,… Read more »

CUSTOMER NOTICE – 10 May 2020 update (main content written in March 2020) Edinburgh Bicycle stores remain open, with changes to regular hours. Repairs and servicing remains available in all our stores Deliveries for online purchases are delayed, and are subject to availability. Click & Collect available in all stores Yesterday, the government has announced… Read more »