Velo Atelier

From the moment I walked into your studio I knew that I had made the right choice. Many cyclists will have had a a bike fit in a cycle shop where you are measured to fit something already in their showroom or from their stock list. This is generally acceptable but when you are, like me 6’6” it is likely that the outcome will be less than optimal. Consequently, now in my late 50’s I'm riding around our pot-hole strewn roads on an expensive rigid Italian carbon framed sports bike that is very unforgiving and frankly quite uncomfortable.

Your first question to me was “what are you looking for?” Previously I would have been chasing a brand, style, group set or a particular set of wheels but things are now different - comfort, ease of use and practicalities are foremost in my mind.

The custom built bike that has resulted from that bike-fit and our subsequent discussions is nothing short of fabulous. I feel that I am at one with the bike, rather than sitting on it and it is so much more forgiving and comfortable than its predecessor. What I have is the cycling equivalent to a Jermyn Street shirt, a Saville Row suit or a last crafted pair of Northampton shoes - something that fits just perfectly and which glides along the lanes taking all the road imperfections in its stride.

In terms of kit purchases my Meteor Works custom is without doubt the best decision I have made. When you consider that this hand-made, totally bespoke piece of engineering art can be bought for the same money as a mid-range branded road bike you realise what incredible value it is. It is also a pleasure to deal with a local cycling professional who is at the top of his game as well as being a thoroughly nice guy.

Want to go faster, longer or just more comfortable then book a bike fit, 2 hours and Lee will have sorted out most niggles got you a better fit on the bike, making a few adjustments sort it all out, money well spent

Great first experience. Hopefully all they good work will improve my comfort and performance!

Problems with bent front derailleur hanger and gearing - the chaps know their stuff - sorted in no time - good advice provided - respect due.

Lee has a wealth of experience helping anyone from pro athletes to injured amateurs and will use his skills to advise what is needed to make you more comfortable or faster on the bike. The net effect is happy, satisfied customers. Invest in yourself.

I've been extremely happy with the service given by Lee at Veloatelier over the past few years. I've had a bike fit, shoe fit, had bikes serviced, bought a bike and also bought various bits of equipment and had things fitted to bikes. At all steps it has been clear that Lee is an expert in his field and the work has all been done to very high standards. I recently bought a handbuilt MeteorWorks bike from VeloAtelier which has been superb. I would strongly recommend VeloAtelier

Recommend Lee's services to anyone, friendly, knowledgeable and thorough. Well worth the visit for how I feel on my TT bike now.

Excellent service provided by great guys, first ever assessment and bike fit which I would recommend Velo Atelier to anybody thinking about there next fit or first. Thanks guys