Evans Cycles is one of the UK's largest bike retailers, with stores across the country and a big online shop. It sells road, gravel, mountain, hybrid, kids' and electric bikes from major brands and its own Pinnacle label, plus clothing, helmets, parts and accessories, and it runs workshops in many stores.
Buying a bike from Evans Cycles well depends on three things: choosing the right frame size, deciding how you will pay and collect, and knowing when codes apply to bikes versus kit.
Getting frame size right
Frame size matters more than almost any spec on a bike. A frame that is too big feels stretched and unstable; too small and you will be cramped with sore knees. Evans Cycles product pages include size guides based on rider height and sometimes inside-leg measurement.
Brands size differently. A medium in one brand can be close to a large in another, and road frames are often sized in centimetres. Check the specific size chart for the bike, not a generic one.
If you sit between sizes, the smaller frame is usually easier to adjust with a longer stem or seatpost. Where possible, visit an Evans Cycles store to sit on the bike or ask staff about fit.
Road, gravel, hybrid or mountain
Road bikes are fast on tarmac but have narrow tyres and a lower riding position. Gravel bikes add wider tyres and more clearance for mixed surfaces. Hybrids have flat bars and an upright position that suits commuting.
Mountain bikes are split into hardtails and full-suspension, and they are overkill for towpaths and city streets. Be honest about where you ride most. Evans Cycles filters let you narrow by type, wheel size, frame material and budget.
E-bikes: what to check
Look at motor type, battery capacity and the stated range, which varies with terrain, rider weight and assistance level. Hub motors are simpler and cheaper; mid-drive motors feel more natural on hills.
Check how the battery is removed and charged, and whether spare parts are easy to get. Evans Cycles workshops can service many brands, but ask about your e-bike's motor system before buying.
Cycle to Work and paying for a bike
Evans Cycles has long supported the UK Cycle to Work scheme, which lets employees get a bike and equipment through salary sacrifice, spreading the cost and saving tax and National Insurance. Your employer has to be signed up to a scheme provider Evans Cycles accepts.
Check the current scheme rules with your employer, including the spending limit and what equipment is covered. Cycle to Work orders are handled differently from normal checkout, so discount codes usually do not apply on top.
Click and collect and bike builds
Bikes ordered from Evans Cycles for store collection are typically built and checked by the workshop before handover. That saves assembling it yourself and means gears and brakes are set up by a mechanic.
Home delivery is available on many bikes, but they may arrive partly boxed and need handlebars, pedals and front wheel fitted. If you are not confident, choose collection. Evans Cycles stores also offer servicing and repairs after purchase; check prices locally.
Clothing, helmets and kit
Cycling clothing is sized tighter than casual wear. Brands such as Castelli run particularly slim, and many riders size up. Read the brand's chart on the Evans Cycles product page before ordering jerseys and bib shorts.
Helmets should fit snugly without pressure points; measure your head circumference and choose by that. Returns on unused clothing and helmets are normally accepted, but check the current Evans Cycles returns window and any hygiene exclusions.
Where the Evans Cycles savings are
The 30% Castelli code is the best saving on Castelli jerseys, jackets and shorts. It is brand-specific, so it will not reduce the rest of an Evans Cycles basket.
The 25% code is worth trying on a larger order, including e-bike or accessory baskets, but check whether bikes are excluded. Many retailer codes exclude bikes because margins are thinner.
The 20% gear code is aimed at clothing and accessories. For a basket of mixed kit, it is the most likely to apply across the board. Evans Cycles codes are normally one per order and may not combine with sale prices, so compare the code total against any existing markdown.
Common questions
Can I use an Evans Cycles code with Cycle to Work?
Usually not, since scheme orders use a separate process. Check with Evans Cycles and your scheme provider.
Does Evans Cycles build bikes for collection?
Store collections are normally built and checked by the workshop before you pick them up.
How do I pick an Evans Cycles frame size?
Use the specific bike's size chart based on height and inside leg, and visit a store if you are between sizes.
Do Evans Cycles codes work on bikes?
Some do, many are limited to clothing and accessories. Check the discount appears before paying.
| Discount | Type | Get the deal |
|---|---|---|
| 10% off | Promo code | View at Evans Cycles → |
| 20% off | Promo code | View at Evans Cycles → |
| 20% off | Promo code | View at Evans Cycles → |
| 20% off | Promo code | View at Evans Cycles → |
