Essendon Cyclery

Essendon Cyclery We Like Bikes Our approach to this shop is simple: we stock only brands which offer the best performance for your buck. It’s simple, it works.

Coming from various sporting backgrounds and cycling disciplines, Gareth and his team have a great depth of cycling knowledge and general sporting know-how. As a result, the staff at Essendon Cyclery can offer well-rounded advice to help you get the most out of cycling whether you're buying your first bike or you're a competitive cyclist. We support these brands 100%, and we endeavour to stock the

full range of the brand – so you get the best product in the size you need. This is what differentiates us from the other bicycle shops around Melbourne. We have a great range of bicycles available at our Essendon store. So come in and check out for yourself our range of bikes, accessories and clothing.

Giant Essendon is NOT US. We have had a lot of negative feedback filtering to us about the store that replaced our old p...
03/11/2021

Giant Essendon is NOT US. We have had a lot of negative feedback filtering to us about the store that replaced our old premises. Please if you feel this way share your opinion for others on their google reviews. If all they get is 5 stars that is what people will expect.

“GIANT ESSENDON” is not us We have been contacted by many loving customers in the last week to find out if the new store...
21/04/2021

“GIANT ESSENDON” is not us

We have been contacted by many loving customers in the last week to find out if the new store opening in our old premises is us coming back???

The management of Essendon Cyclery is not affiliated with and does not endorse “Giant Essendon” in any way.

As we have recommended to our loving customers since “the end” Damian and the guys at Flemington cycles are our top pick for local repairs and your Giant bike needs. Over 25years in the Industry and great customer focused store and access to Gareth’s experience as needed, they are a great bunch.

Sorry to disappoint but our retail space days are over.

MUCH LOVE Essendon Cyclery

04/12/2020

QUICK IMPORTANT NOTES AND INFO
hey guys just a quick one on the sale saturday we in store 10-4 and have done our best to mark most stuff with CHEAP prices. As we have been having some intermittent issues with the internet (thanks Optus) and therefore out eftpos me suggest cash on hand just to be safe if we have a drop out.

Outstanding repairs. Whilst Saturday is officially our last day of retail trading we are in store until end of dec finishing all outstanding purchases and repairs that are still with us so if its here it WILL get done so please don’t panic.

Final note to whom it may apply to (there have been a few of you). Gareth has done his best to not give out his personal number over the years and only about 5 of you have it, would anyone that does PLEASE not use it on shop buisness or share it as we are checking the emails as quckly as possible and will reply to those but texts and calls WILL be ignored to my personal number and blocked if repeated. Sorry if This seems harsh but this is a stressful enough time as is without it leaking into my limited personal time.

thanks everyone and see your TOMORROW

LAST DAY OF "NORMAL" TRADING This Saturday all accessories must go- tyres, lights, locks, seats, computers, helmets, clo...
03/12/2020

LAST DAY OF "NORMAL" TRADING
This Saturday all accessories must go- tyres, lights, locks, seats, computers, helmets, clothing and shoes 30% off. We don't want to put them in boxes and we prefer they go to good homes. Bikes are for sale also but only discounted as on bike exchange. 10- 4 Saturday the 5th. Due to Covid restrictions 4 people in the store at any one time. Please share around as we want much stuff to go at stupid prices.

THE END OF AN ERA It is with a heavy heart that we publicly announce the end of Essendon Cyclery in its current form in ...
30/11/2020

THE END OF AN ERA
It is with a heavy heart that we publicly announce the end of Essendon Cyclery in its current form in Essendon and wind out the retail shopfront if the business. Details and explanation below but important details first.

Effective immediately Essendon cyclery is closed for ALL repairs. During the month of December we will be completing ALL repairs still with us and fulfilling orders as possible in the current situation. The store will be open BY APPOINTMENT ONLY for this time for pre arranged purchase of bikes (must be discussed and booked by email before arrival) or collection of finished repairs. On Saturday 5th of DECEMBER we will have one final day of trade for the sale of floor stock of bikes and discounts as marked on accessories and spares. To view a list of bikes currently in stock please visit https://tinyurl.com/yyo2m3v5

Now the why.
2020 has been a tough year for all of us in our own ways but small business is never easy. It is the dream to be ones own boss and have a large number of customers who love and support us but it comes with its own stresses. We have spent a long amount of time building up our business and great customer following and sadly we have reached a point where to keep everyone happy we have to work long and hard hours with many staff working behind the scenes to work our magic. The dedication of our customers waiting patiently for up to a month for servicing is a testament to your loyalty and does not go unappreciated but sadly in busy periods it can lead to many early mornings and late nights to keep everyone’s rubber on the road.

I have been in the bike industry for 16 years and and owned the store for its 11 years and when we were younger we had a lot of energy to burn the candle at both ends. 2 years ago as we approached a happy medium as the business was reaching a point where we were becoming profitable the Daniel Andrews government’s (who have done a great job in the current crisis) level crossing removal cost us $150k of turnover and lost stock value this and their attitude of steamrolling small business out of legally required compensation just as we were reaching a critical point in the businesses life struck a terrible blow on us and our staff and the physical and mental health effects of that have compounded as we have tried to recover.

At this point we have literally run out of energy. Both mentally and physically. We know that our departure leaves many of you without a loved local repairs store and that in the future those who don’t know better will think that we are just another victim of a really tough year. But we have had your love and support through this as we did 2 years ago and it is not for financial reasons that we change our business model. After the 5th and a period of re-configuration, sales will be available through the website. The thing that makes Essendon Cyclery great is its people and unfortunately they need a change so we will miss you guys and hope that the future is brighter for all of us.

Lots of love Gareth and the guys

19/10/2020

As lockdowns lift we are moving to repairs by appointment only to all customers. Please contact us via email ([email protected]) to organise repairs and drop off times

2 Wahoo Kickr snap trainers available We have 2 last kickr snap trainers for anyone looking to get into zwifting at the ...
15/09/2020

2 Wahoo Kickr snap trainers available
We have 2 last kickr snap trainers for anyone looking to get into zwifting at the moment at a cheaper price. can deliver email us at [email protected]

QUICK UPDATE FROM GARETHthanks to those who have expressed concern and sent well wishes over the last couple of days. Go...
30/05/2020

QUICK UPDATE FROM GARETH
thanks to those who have expressed concern and sent well wishes over the last couple of days. Good news is Gareth’s test came back negative and we will be opening as per normal on Tuesday. Sorry to those who have their bikes in the shop or missed their service bookings (we will of course allow all those people booked in Thursday and Friday to drop off next week). Thankfully it would just seem Gareth was a little exhausted and thankfully Lewis Joel are back in to help next week.

15/05/2020

FIRST GOOD NEWS IN A WHILE
so officially the Essendon Cyclery shop ride starts again. This weekend it just Mark and Black Rock run. But next week (after his birthday Gareth will be back in force. Max group sizes of ten so if there are a few just split with some people who know the route 7AM from the shop!

THE FUTURE OF ESSENDON CYCLERY Corona Virus and the lock down has affected everyone differently. With 3 mechanics choosi...
12/05/2020

THE FUTURE OF ESSENDON CYCLERY

Corona Virus and the lock down has affected everyone differently. With 3 mechanics choosing to stay home we have managed as best we could for the past 8 weeks and focused on repairs to keep our customers rolling when other stores focussed or record bike sales. Unfortunately this has taken a toll on some of us with increased stress and no outlets available that we normally have for some it has gotten too much to bear.

Unfortunately because of this Riley has chosen to leave us and seek some alone time to sort things out. We fully support him in this move as without our mental health in life its hard to have much else sorted. We wish him a speedy recovery.

Going forward as the country returns to normality we will continue to do our best to keep everyone on two wheels but ask that you try to be a bit understanding as we get back up to speed.

Thanks to everyone for your love and understanding and thanks to Riley for his years of knowledge and personality in the EC family.

27/03/2020

SATURDAYS SAME SAME BUT DIFFERENT AND NO OFFICIAL SHOP RIDE.
At this time more than ever we are doing what we can to keep everyone rolling. We have officially closed the shop to traditional retail and are focusing more on repairs and little sales of tubes l***s and the like to keep everyone rubber side down. As such with many repairs to finish and most people using trainers/solo riding we won’t officially have a ride this Saturday but people are welcome find friends in the comments or on the customer page.

Hours at the shop tomorrow will be shortened from 10am-2pm

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926 Mt Alexander Road
Melbourne, VIC
3040

Telephone

03 9370 5976

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