Christchurch Electric Bicycles, at 4 Beckford Road in St Martins, describes itself as the longest established eBike and cargo bike specialist in the Christchurch and Canterbury region. It sells electric bikes, conversion kits and accessories, and its workshop services Bosch, Shimano and Bafang conversion kit motors. The website lists Riese and Müller, Cube and Larry vs Harry among its brands, and its range covers commuter, cargo, mountain and touring bikes. The shop also runs sales of clearance, closeout, ex-demo and end-of-season e-bikes, and we hear the sale stock changes as bikes sell, with no restocking once sold. Opening hours are 10am to 5.30pm on weekdays and 10am to 4.30pm on Saturday. The phone number is 021 352 592.
Customers mention the electric bikes and cargo bikes most often. One reviewer, who came back after buying bikes five years ago, says the staff member was patient and explained things well. Another bought a cargo bike after the family tried a couple of the shop's bikes on a ride with the kids. A first-time e-bike buyer says the staff listened to their needs and answered questions in plain terms. Our pick in St Martins for a first e-bike or a cargo bike with a test ride first.