Fine Tune Cycles

Hello, my name is Sam and I am a bicycle mechanic with almost 20 years experience based in the Lake District, UK. I specialise in bespoke wheel building, paint protection film and vinyl installations, custom built complete bicycles and high end service work. If you have a vision for your perfect wheels or bike get in touch!

For service or related questions, contact Sam on info@finetunecycles.co.uk

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Some of the services Fine Tune Cycles offer

Wheel building

Building wheels is a passion on mine and after many years of experience is an area that I have come to specialise in. The correct selection of hubs, spokes, nipples and rims can make a wheel with the perfect balance of strength, weight and durability. Get in touch to discuss your requirements and we can build anything to your specific specifications.

Vinyl wrapping

Sam is well known in the cycle industry for his attention to detail and nothing shows this ability off more than full vinyl wrapped frames. Vinyl wrapping is an alternative to custom paint with the ability to change the finish of any bike, without affecting the manufacturers warranty and significantly cheaper. Sam can offer this on new frames, as well as a refresh for an existing bike. Email or call with any questions and for a quote!

Paint protection film

Paint protection film is a brilliant way to protect your bicycle from everyday wear and tear, scuffs and minor damage. It is a near invisible barrier that keeps your original paint looking fresh for years. Bicycles are expensive and are subject to a lot of punishment from the elements, crashing and it is a very good investment to protect them from the start. With kits including fitting ranging from £100 to £175 available for almost any bike from from road and triathlon to MTB and e-bikes. Enquire for further details

  • Making a dream a reality

    In late November I was contacted by a local family, they were looking to get a bike ready for their daughter as a Christmas present. They had purchased a well loved islabikes 14 and enquired about the possibility of customising it to turn it into her dream bike. I was given a few requests: pink,…

  • Race support

    This year I have been really proud to support a local up and coming racer named Seth. After working alongside him a few years ago I knew he had a great attitude towards racing and he has always been incredibly humble about his significant talent for riding a bicycle fast downhill! This year I have…

  • New workshop!

    A new and exciting chapter for fine Tune cycles! After being based in my previous location for around a year I needed to find a new workshop location due to a change in circumstances for my former landlord. Step in Nathan and Karen from Witherslack Cycle Barn…. They have kindly welcomed me into a space…

  • New Year’s resolutions

    After a peaceful Christmas and New Year’s, spending quality time with my family and friends, trying to squeeze in a few bike rides it’s time to kick off 2025! I’m really looking forward to growing my business, welcoming new customers and continuing to serve my existing customers. With some time to reflect on last year,…

  • Custom Bike Builds and Repairs: A Summer Recap

    It has been an incredibly busy summer and autumn season at fine tune. A fantastic mixture of repairs, new builds, custom work, plenty of riding and even some racing! Below are a few highlights from a few busy months. It has been particularly diverse, my personal favourite was the transition spire that I wrapped with…