Thursday, 31 May 2012

New Old Stock! and some interesting Pashleys for sale

One of our suppliers came across some new old stock in their warehouse. Can anyone say bargains......

Drop Bars
ITM logo, notice how they have never been fitted

Great profile bar
These can also be cut into nice little bull horns by flipping and chopping. Id be happy to do that for you. The best part........only £8 each!

Stem mounted for Vintage looks

Bar mounted
True vintage bicycle bells from the 1980's - perfect for getting attention while riding along the cycle path, between tourists. £4 a bell

A few more second hand bikes aswell - A lovely Pashley ladies bike and a rare Pashley Unicycle!

RARE - Pashley Unicycle. Made in the UK. Just been serviced and cleaned.
SOLD

Looks like new......check out the springs on that seat! £300
Please give us a call or an email if you would like more details. We are able to post any of these items for a small fee. Just ask :)

Tuesday, 29 May 2012

Vintage Leather Belt and Buckle Deal was £54.50, now £45

 We are offering any Belt Buckle and Belt for £45. The park your car belt buckle is permanently set onto leather. The technique used for these buckle pieces is similar to a tattoo process, where the leather completely absorbs the ink. There is also a non toxic protectant to ensure the belt buckle is weather and wear proof.

The buckle measures 7.25 cm x 5.25 cm(2.85" x 2.07").

This bike image is a retro cruiser with fine line detailing. Its a classic image that can be worn with denim or dressed up. It is a unique and eye-catching piece that is sure to be super sweet with any outfit-a great gift for the avid cyclist!

Hand made in Vancouver, Canada!

We have more belt buckle designs and if you already have a belt, the buckles can be bought separately for £22.  Please check our web shop for more options, http://shop.velovitality.co.uk







Sunday, 27 May 2012

Creme Cafe Racer

We have just got our hands on some nice, interesting bikes from Creme Cycles. Beautifully lugged steel frames that are hand built in Poland. The Cafe Racer model is their commuter series, influenced by hand built porteur bicycles of the 50's and 60's.


The semi-upright riding position is the perfect balance between comfort and speed, the 3 speed Shimano hub will help you with those hills and the front rack is ideal for your shopping or laptop. 


Practical yet beautiful. Full mudguards, hand polished rims, leather grips, chain guard, stand, LED light set are just some of the features to come on the bike, no optional extras required on this model!


You don't need to be a bicycle mechanic to ride this bike everyday - there are no derailleurs, no adjustment knobs, and the frame features very clean cable routing. All this will give you a classic looking bicycle that is a pleasure to use every day. 

The Cafe Racer comes both gents and ladies models. The 3 speed version is £550 and comes in Brown or silver gents and champagne, white or brown in the ladies.

Wednesday, 23 May 2012

Tax Free Cycle Scheme

We are now a member of the bike2work scheme and the bikes for the NHS. Through the Government's Green Transport Plan, you can qualify for up to 42% discount on any bike and certain accessories up to the total value of £1000. Let me put that into perspective for you.......

You have walked past the shop window a few times and had your eye on the fire engine red Velorbis Studine for £575.

Riding around Brighton, you should be a helmet and you want to look pretty, on your pretty bike so a nice Yakkay helmet with cover sorts you out, £80.


Finally, you need a nice lock for your bike aswell......£25



Right, lets break it down into money......based on a 3 year term and a salary of £20,000

Total cost at RRP - £680
Income savings over hire period - £136
NI savings - £81.60
Total Savings - £217.60 (32%)
Total Cost to you - £462.40

Gross salary sacrifice over 36 months - £18.89 (the amount you pay per month)


The average house hold spends around £64.90 a week on transport.....you could be spending less than £20 a month!






Tuesday, 22 May 2012

Yakkay Helmets and Bookman Lights

We have recently received some fun new products from across Europe -

From Sweden, home of Ikea, is the stylish Bookman Light Set. You may be aware of companies like Knog, Cateye or Sigma producing wrap around light sets. Well you probably won't have seen these before. Small, super bright single LED lights with a simple, elegant box unit. Beautifully packaged and displayed, these lights come in 8 different colours and we have all of them!
Small enough to fit in your purse or jean pocket, yet bright enough to kick a punch! Great for that drunk pub ride home.

£17.50 a pair.


Yakkay Helmets are from Denmark and have been designed to sit low and snug on your head, no mushroom heads here. They are nice and breathable, adjustable and come in 6 different colours. And if that is not enough, you can add a helmet cover so that you can ride in style! Who says helmets cant look good, just check this out......


Yakkay helmets are £55 and the covers are £25. Awesome!

P.S some interesting new bikes coming in later this week, vintage styling, internal gears, hand built......iv said too much already, keep an eye out!

Thursday, 17 May 2012

Used Dawes Diploma £200 - SOLD

Sorry this is now sold - but there will be more bikes like this one on offer soon. Keep an eye out, they don't last long!






Sunday, 13 May 2012

Leather Portage Strap

Just stitched in a leather portage strap for a customer into his new Velorbis Arrow. I think you will agree, its a nice touch! And super convenient when you need to chuck your bike on your shoulders to climb some stairs.



Walnut Studio Portage Strap - £32

SPD shoes

Is this the future of Urban Chic??


Friday, 11 May 2012

Charge/State delivery


Its a sunny Brighton day and its even brighter in our shop with our new stock!

Nitto Mini Bullhorn £48
State Zombie Stomper £450
Charge Hob £500
Charge Tap £700 Commuter Machine!

State Beluga £450 mounted on a beautiful Elevate Walnut Rack £200

Wednesday, 9 May 2012

Shiny New Bits :)

Some lovely stuff has just arrived in the shop today.....


BLB Vera chainset in polished - 165mm arms - 46t - £70 beautiful!


Ynot bags - Hnadmade in Toronto, truck tarp lined and tough! - £46 for the small Bandicoot and £115 for the larger Junction.


3 colours and FLY! BLB Fly saddle, vintage looks and embroidered logo - £25. Some lovely sealed resin pedals as well £28

Lots more turning up this week, Nitto baby bullhorn bars in multiple colours and some new colours in the popular State Bikes.

Tuesday, 8 May 2012

John 'Mini' Cooper

Just had a nice chat with John Cooper. You may know him better from the world of Mini Cooper, but he is designing some beautiful bikes. Mmmnnnnn possible new brand to stock in the shop???

Check them out - http://www.cooperbikes.com/

Monday, 7 May 2012

Repairs and Services

Our workshop is up and running. The cheapest prices in Brighton. We offer same day servicing and welcome on-the-spot repairs. All repair work is completed by Jon, who is a Cytech trained mechanic for the last 7 years.

Paris Service - Standard checkover of brakes and gears. Safety inspection. Includes fitting of new components, oil and air. £20

Copenhagen Service - Premium service, full overhaul of bike, regrease, clean. Includes fitting of new components, oil, air and grease. £40

Puncture scheme - Get your fifth puncture repair for FREE. Everyone likes something for free!

Puncture - £10 regardless of bike set up. Includes inner tube.



First bike out the door

We sold our first bike yesterday to Steve from Hove. A lovely State Bicycle Zombie Stomper in neon green.


Open for Business

We are officially open! People have been giving us some great feedback on the shop and the wine bottle carry straps are going down a hit! Wrap up warm and go out to enjoy the Brighton festival!