Sporting goods in Christchurch

“The wealth of knowledge in this store is incredible. Not just with gear, but local resort and club. I went in to get a board wax and edge ($40 - done in one day) for my first ever season in Christchurch. Ended up spending around an hour across both days talking to Andrew and one of the owners about the local club scene, how it all works, how each club is slightly different down to how certain weather patterns change certain fields. They aren't pushy sales people, but I left thinking my setup is holding me back and this is the last season on my current kit. Their detailed knowledge down to the type of edges on your board just always made sense. I'll be hitting this place first when it's time.”

“Great service!! I took my old bike in to get a couple of repairs done. James quickly fixed it, plus did a few bonus tweaks to it as well. He explained how I could further improve the condition of my bike and also gave me good advice on the pros and cons on the maintenance of my current bike vs buying a new one. Thanks James, I appreciated your service.”

“Probably the best customer service I've ever had. The owner and the staff that I talk to all live and breathe the sports they sell, so they know their stuff and most of the gear in house is what they like to ride, wear or use for maintenance, so you know you're in good hands. If you're new to the country, they can also point you in the right direction for waves or powder. They have good connections to their suppliers and really go all the way for their customers. I had trouble with my winter wetsuit and even though it fell out of warranty (by a few weeks), they were ready to help me out. Absolute legends!”

“Ah, Cycleways Bike Shop—a true gem of the bike repair world and, apparently, a haven for stranded gravel bikes needing a bit of TLC. My visit here was not just a transaction; it was an experience of unexpected camaraderie, stellar service, and the kind of goodwill you don’t always expect right after the festive chaos of Christmas. Here’s the blow-by-blow of what went down: • The Welcome: I was greeted by a friendly American bloke, the kind who makes you feel like you’ve just entered his home rather than a shop. Polite, cheerful, and dangerously competent—this guy knew his stuff. He took my forlorn Giant SLR gravel bike under his wing, nodding knowingly as I explained its myriad woes. • The Plan: A brake bleed? Done. A new 10-speed chain cut? Sorted. Promised me I could pick it up the next day, which is either mad optimism or sheer confidence at this time of year. • The Execution: True to their word, I got the “your bike is ready” text the very next day. I shot over quicker than a downhill run, and there she was, gleaming like new (well, close enough). • The Chain: Cut perfectly—no clanking, rattling, or regretful sighs. • The Brakes: Bled and back to stopping power. A year of neglect on the trainer? Consider it forgiven. • The Derailleurs: Oh, and they went rogue here in the best way—gave both the front and rear derailleurs a tweak, just because they could. Shifting was smoother than my best race day. • The Cost: $130 for the lot, and this included some above-and-beyond touches. For post-Christmas service, that’s a steal. • The Verdict: They’re not my regular bike shop, but they’re making a compelling case to be. The combination of excellent workmanship, reasonable pricing, and downright good vibes was enough to win me over. Would I recommend them? Absolutely. If you’ve got a gravel bike—or any bike, really—that’s been sitting around, Cycleways will whip it back into shape faster than you can say “brake bleed.” Final thoughts: They’re a good lot. Pop in if you want proper service without the faff.”

“Really loved the place. Nice selection and staff is very friendly”

“I used their brilliant deal where you buy a second hand bike from them and then return it at the end of your holiday (almost 3 weeks) and they buy it back for half what you paid. The bike was brilliant in very good condition and allowed me to explore Christchurch with ease. My fav place has to be Bottle Lake and the forest tracks. I didn't use the bike on a bus service but a friendly bus driver let me take a photo of my bike on the bus to show friends back home, what a fab way to take your bike further afield. Richard York UK”

“Awesome family business. Sell a wide variety of recreational gear that is not on their website. The son knows his stuff and backs it up with his fishing. Highly recommend”

“Always very helpful and friendly staff.”

“These guys care about their customers and go the extra mile. I’m buying all our family bikes here in future.. have a had a few repairs done there. Great people and so good to have that locally.”

“First time playing mini golf at McDuffs today. $35 for 2 adults and 1 preschooler. Grounds are well maintained, with the castle being the main feature. Had a good time! Highly recommend.”

“Simon is the best Podiatrist! After 15 years of using my hip to overcome the periodic dysfunction in my osteo-arthritic ankle, my hip was 'buggered'. Whilst the HOKA shoe gave me 6 years of great support, Simon's assessment showed a much needed customised orthotic as the 'rocker' in the HOKA shoe whilst great, had caused a loss in foot mobility. Combined with my chiropractor, physio and Simon - I am now walking pain-free and my hip is fantastic!”

“I found my experience to be satisfactory, the worker miki helped me out a bunch, she helped me decide what size I was in the clothes and did it with expert skill I would expect from the only school clothing store I know off, I am very pleased with my service.”

“Great customer service, young lady was attentive and helpful but NOT stalky/pushy , which is great ! Went out of her way to see if what the golfer wanted was in another store also. Nice relaxed shopping environment , young man on the till who served us friendly and great to deal with. Your Managers should know , esp in the current retail environment out there, you were both a credit to your store !”

“Been with them a few months, but can see the dedication and hospitality provided by the staff here, all in all top tier service A++. Lucky enough to tag along to an award night they had for a challenge and you can see that this is more than a just a gym. They motivate everyone which was seen with some crazy results and it's like one big family. Doesn't get any better, like who even gifts an apple watch for winning. Show me a better gym. I'll wait.....”

“After driving nearly 3hrs to Chch to buy 2 kayaks Peter was amazing. We were let down by another supplier just down the road..... should have gone to Peter first. 5 star service, knowledge and much better price. Children are thrilled as are we. Cheers Peter. Thoroughly professional. We will return.”

“Graeme has all the credentials. Olympian and Commonwealth silver medalist. Great to learn from.”

“What a well stocked store with a good range of shoe styles and brands. Prices are good and cover all styles and brands. Had not visited before, but will again I the future when I need shoes.”

“Absolutely Outstanding Service – Highly Recommend! I had such a fantastic experience at Evo Cycles Hornby! From the moment I walked in, the team was friendly, knowledgeable, and genuinely passionate about bikes. I brought in my bike for repair, and not only did they diagnose the issue quickly, but they also explained everything in a clear and honest way — no jargon, no upselling, just solid advice. The repair was completed ahead of schedule and my bike now rides smoother than it ever has before, it genuinely feels like new. They even gave it a quick clean and tune-up as a courtesy, which was such a nice touch. It’s rare these days to find service this good. The staff clearly care about what they do, and it shows in both the quality of their work and the way they treat their customers. I wouldn’t take my bike anywhere else now. Whether you’re a casual rider or a serious cyclist, I wholeheartedly recommend Evo Cycles Hornby — they’ve earned a loyal customer for life!”

“99 Bikes Northwood went above & beyond when it came to customer service & satisfaction. Vishal was very informative & helpful in choosing an eclectic bike to suit our needs, he was very patient with us ! In addition, manager Joe was very understanding regarding price difference & made sure we were happy. Thank you to the team at Northwood. Highly recommend.”

“Great selection and excellent service. Shout out to Kaitlyn for helping me find a helmet and answering all my questions - thank you!”

“Great deals! Nice customer service (in particular, the Asian girl was so active and supportive)”

“Absolutely amazing service from a young lady working here. She helped me find the best bras to complement my figure. Her sizing advice was spot on. She even gave me a new style to try that I surprisingly loved. Not only are the staff lovely, but so are the deals honestly worth the 20-minute drive for me. I was able to buy 4 bras for $150. This is amazing considering I went to a store the weekend prior, and it would've come to $245. If you are looking for kind, fast, service and some good deals, I recommend giving this place a go.”

“Very helpful staff. If the size isn't on the rack, just ask as they most likely do have it. My daughter always loves going here, often when i have to purchase the next size for her dance classes, but she also loves to browse.”

“Great service from the manager today. 1st person I asked about something just direct me to the jackets and said can pack them all up small!!!!! Then the manager came along and basically gave advice, suggestions, looked for jackets out the back. Excellent.”

“We were served by Austin after asking for knowledge about snowboarding as we are new. Austin was unbelievably helpful and understanding in showing us around the snowboards and teaching us what would work well for us. We couldn’t have gotten a better representative to serve us. Would 100% recommend this place to anyone looking at getting into sports or shopping for used gear. W Austin”

“Marcus supplied us with basic climbing gear. We arrived knowing nothing. He explained what we needed, supplied it, demonstrated how to set it up and how to use it. We left adequately kitted out and confident about how to use it. Brilliant. Thanks Marcus. Take a bow. We hope you get a raise.”

“Awesome store with a relatively wide selection of All Blacks and Canterbury apparels and accessories. Some of the items were on sale/clearance so if you’re lucky you might find a good deal. The staff were super friendly and helpful. He made us feel very comfortable in the store by breaking the ice and sharing information about the brand and his recommendations. He went the extra mile to search for the sizes and designs that we requested for. His customer service was top notch. We left the store contented with the items we wanted. Thank you from Singapore!”

“i bought a couple of items the other week and Herrick one of your employees was fantastic he was super friendly and helpful when it came to finding the correct items for my type of hunting. was a top bloke and ill be back to see him for sure”

“Great prices for quality outdoor gear. Helpful staff”

“can't rate these guys enough, installed a new zipper in a metro style backpack and they have done the best job! the bag more than likely has a better zip in it now that it did from the manufacturer. Super service.. Thanks Team”