[Closed] good LBS near ipswich?

You could do a lot worse than check out [url= http://www.philsbikecompanyltd.com/ ]Phil's[/url] on St Matthew's Street in the town centre. The store itself isn't massive but Phil's pretty passionate about bikes (sponsors the [url= http://www.trogmtb.com ]local club[/url], involved with grass roots racing etc.) and the service is great.

[url= http://www.cycle-revolution.net/ ]Cycle Revolution[/url]

I've used the Colchester shop often, having bought three bikes from them in the past and have ridden with a few of the staff.

Good bunch of guys.

+1 for Phils.

I can't say I have been very impressed with the Ipswich branch of cycle revolution for various reasons, but can certainly recommend Phils - dead helpful.

Personally I'd recommend Lifecycle UK in Bildeston, not a fan of Cycle Rev.

Agreed - Lifecycle UK in Bildeston have lots of top kit and are v knowledgable, and mostly friendly(Matt++, Rob-). Agree also re Phil's being helpful and that Cycle Revolution sadly have been unfailingly unfriendly. Forget the Bicycle Doctor (he's a quack) but for good old fashioned skill, knowledge and charm (in an utterly non-cool and trendy setting) try David at Bosmere Cycles in Needham Market. Lovely guy and such modest prices.

Cycle revolution? NOOOOO! I don't go a bundle on Elmys either.

Great cheers all much appreciated.

I knew stw peeps would come up with the goods.

I will pass on the knowledge 🙂

Depends what yer pal wants really.

Elmys are good for Road and CX. Sponsor to Ipswich Bike club
Cycle Revolution: Dealer for many of the big brands. Possibly might explain responses above.
Phils: Smaller shop, Kona and Scott dealer. Has willingly helped me many times with difficult but not very profitable problems so respect for that.
Life Cycles: Not used it but never heard anything bad about them
54:12 in Colchester are good for Tri gear