My Ride Mt Maunganui

A cyclist from way back, John now gets to play with bikes on a daily basis since buying the shop in 2016. After a hip replacement in 2021, road cycling became untenable, so he rides his Scott Spark 950 to work and everywhere else. John is passionate about health and fitness so helping customers with all their cycling needs fits right in with his personal ethos.

Wife to John and Mum to their 3 kids, Leonie looks after the “other” stuff like social media, accounts, HR and all that. She doesn’t consider herself a cyclist per se but really enjoys going for a noodle on her Scott Contessa E-Bike around the Papamoa Trails with John or doing easy MTB trails. When not working from home or in the shop, she can be found driving the kids to their various sporting and social commitments.

Some people decide to be plumbers or lawyers but Phil decided early on to be a cycle specialist. His first job in a bike shop was as a Saturday boy in 1990 and he’s never looked back. He really appreciates being able to "work" his hobby and loves the community of riders we have and the variety of bikes he gets to work with. He has a deep love for old school mountain bikes and would love to see anything you have hidden away! Phil has too many bikes to mention including a Scott Spark 910 which he did the 2022 Whaka 100 race on.

Originally from the UK and a former member of the British Army, Steve and his family moved to NZ in 2014 Despite suffering a major head injury back in 2015, he has competed in several Ironman competitions and numerous triathlons since. Steve is qualified to do Bike Fits (Road Bikes). With his sharp eye and analytical mind, he will transform the way you ride with just one session.

Tom has settled in Mount Maunganui after travelling the world and New Zealand. He hails from the UK, spending most of his recent years in the Peak District. Tom has a background in aerospace engineering and a strong passion for bikes; how they work as well as getting out on two-wheel adventures. He is just as stoked to talk about riding the nearby trails as he is working on your bikes. Tom currently rides a BOLD Linkin LT and is grateful for the incredible riding NZ provides!

Lucas is a passionate mountain bike rider who has explored all forms of the sport. He rides a custom-built BOLD bike, which he assembled from the frame up into an incredible all-rounder, ready to take him anywhere he dreams of going. Whether he's tackling the trails at Summerhill MTB Park in Papamoa or venturing further afield to Rotorua and Skyline, his bike is built for adventure. With big goals and ambitions, Lucas is determined to push his limits and make the most of every ride.

An 18-year-old road cyclist with big ambitions and a passion for racing. In 2024, she competed in Europe with Black Magic powered by Tineli, securing two wins and a 14th place in the UCI Road World Championships Time Trial. In 2025, she is set to race a full season in Belgium with Keukens Redant, gaining invaluable experience on the European circuit. With her sights set on a professional career, Alex is determined to make every race count and take the next step toward the pro ranks.