About

My Bike Whangarei is an independent, locally owned bike store in central Whangarei.

We stock a wide range of leading bike, scooter and accessory brands including Merida, Kona, Lapierre, Marin, Redline, Radius, BH, Rocket, MGP, Haro, Del Sol, GT, Schwinn, Fox, Bell, Giro, Serfas and Limar.

We are passionate about providing an individualised service regardless of whether you are a beginner/novice or experienced rider or are just looking to get back on your bike or try a new riding style. Our focus is on providing good advice and back-up, rather than hard sell. We will not try and push you into anything that isn’t suitable for your needs and requirements!

Our busy workshop has three mechanics – Jared, Josh and Hayden – who are all passionate about bikes and quality workmanship. All three of them started working on bikes as youngsters and have over twenty-five years of experience between them (even though the oldest is only 30ish!). They are all keen riders and are mad about bikes – their bike collection in our back room is testament to this!

We sponsor a number of local clubs, events and riders and provide professional bike servicing to local businesses and community groups. If you are looking for friendly and genuine advice or service, then My Bike Whangarei is the store for you.

Jared Gover

Mechanic / Sale

How long have you worked in the biking industry?
Ten years – since I was 14 years old.

Experience:
I started out working part-time at Hedgehog Bikes in 2006 after school. I then started working at Fat Dog Cycles as a fulltime mechanic and sales person. I was there until 2011 when My Bike Whangarei was established.
I started racing BMX at the age of 10 before taking up mountain biking with the family. I then developed an interest in dirt jump and downhill events. In 2008 I won the NZ Dirt Jump Open at Woodhill Mountain Bike Park when I was 18.

Favourite riding styles:
Currently I like to ride freestyle BMX and mountain biking / trail riding. Every now and then I get the BMX race bike out and go to the local track. I also have a fixed gear bike for commuting.

Favourite places to ride in Northland and why?:
Riverside Skate Park – chilled atmosphere and catching up with mates
Parahaki Mountain Bike Park – good selection of trails and fitness

Best riding websites:
Ride BMX, Zombie BMX, Pink Bike, Spoke Magazine

Other Hobbies / Interests:
Squash, golf, fishing, free diving, sailing

Hayden Clements

Mechanic / Sales

How long have you worked in the biking industry?
I started at My Bike at the end of 2015 after leaving school.

Current bikes:
I have a Merida Ride for training for motocross and am custom building a BMX at the moment. I ride a KTM 250 for motocross

What bikes do you have your eye on?
Hardtail: Marin Bobcat Trail 7.5
Full Suspension: Lapierre Zesty AM527

Favourite riding styles:
BMX, jump and road riding for training

Favourite places to ride and why:
BMX/skate parks, Kokupu Road – Pipiwai Road – Three Mile Bush Rd in Whangarei, Brooklyn and Makara Peak in Wellington, Plimmerton to Waikanae Beach in Kapiti

Best riding websites:
Spoke Magazine, Foxhead, Bike Mag, Dirt

Hobbies / Interests:
Motocross, Fitness and Music