
Bike Ranger
Your independent bike shop in Castlemaine.
New and pre-loved bikes, maintenance & repairs, cycling gear and emergency repairs at your doorstep in Castlemaine & surrounds.
Services
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Pre-flight
The Pre-Flight service is a baseline service and a good choice for the casual rider whose bike is generally in good nick.
This service includes:
* Full safety check of frame & fork
* Gears adjusted
* Brakes adjusted
* Tyres pumped up
* Chain lube
* Test ride
AUD 80
excl. parts & labour to fit -
Standard
The standard service is recommended for frequent riders like commuters or sports enthusiasts. The standard service provides preventive maintenance that makes your bike last longer and run smoother. We recommend this service at least once a year.
The service includes:
* Inspection of frame & fork
* Deep cleaning of the drive train
* Gears tuned
* Brakes adjusted
* Minor wheel truing
* Check and adjustment of hubs
* Tyres checked and inflated
* Safety check & test ride
AUD 120
excl. parts & labour to fit -
Major Tom
The Major Tom Service is the best choice for bikes that haven’t been serviced in the last 12 months.
This service includes:
* Deep clean of frame
De-grease of the drivetrain
* Inspection of frame, fork & all wear parts
* Replacement of external shift and brake cables
or brake bleeding
* Gears tuned
* Brakes adjustment (change of pads incl.)
* Clean & grease bottom bracket
* Clean & grease of headset
* Clean,adjustment & grease of wheel bearings
* Wheel trueing
AUD 180
excl. parts & labour to fit -
The Rebuild
The Rebuild service is a whole strip, down to the frame and reassembly. The Rebuild is a great option to change things up, with no extra charge for labor to change components.
This service includes:
* Full clean of frame and wheels
* Stripping and assessment of all components
* Deep clean of the drive train
* Wheel truing
* All bearings cleaned, regreased, and adjusted
* All cables replaced (as required) / brake bleed
* Gears tuned
* Brakes adjusted
* Safety check & test ride
AUD 260
excl. parts & labour to fit -
Bambini
Kids bikes needs functioning brakes and a smooth running chains too. So let’s have a close look, to keep the little one’s wheels safe. Bambini applies to single speed and BMX bikes only.
The Bambini service includes:
* Safety check
* Brakes adjusted
* Gears tuned
* Chain tension adjusted and lubricated
* Components adjusted if requiredAUD 40
excl. parts & labour to fit -
Electra
The BikeRanger services ebikes now.
The Electra service includes:
* Inspection of frame, fork & all wear parts
* Deep cleaning of the drive train
* Gears tuned
* Brake adjustment
* Minor wheel truing
* Check and adjustment of hubs
* Check & adjust of the bottom bracket
* Replacement of brake pads if required
* Tyre checked and inflated
* Safety check & test ride
AUD 150
excl. parts & labour to fit -
Small fixes
You just need a new set of brake pads, or change the chain and cassette? You bought some parts online and need help to get them mounted?
No problems; Matt will fit parts, inspect and adjust your bike at the general labour rate of AUD 120/hr -
SOS
The chain on your ebike snapped, the brake has no pressure or you simply run a flat and have no means to bring your bike in. No problems, Bike Ranger will come to you, fix your bike at your doorstep or pick it up for repair at the Bike Ranger Station. Call out fees are based on distance, please inquire for a quote.
About
Update:
Bike Ranger has settled into a shop in 1 Halford Street Castlemaine VIC 3450
Matt the Bike Ranger, is a fully qualified bike mechanic [Zweiradmechaniker] from Germany. After working in the bike industry for a few years, Matt got into engineering but always kept his passion for bikes.
The huge number of cargo bikes and cyclists on Castlemaine’s roads inspired Matt to return to the cycling world with his skills.
BikeRanger provides a convenient service for people who choose two over four wheels.
What the customers say
Google reviews
*****
Cannot recommend Matt highly enough! I called him on the advice of a friend and he popped over the same day to check over mine and my kiddo’s bikes. He was thorough and prompt and professional and helpful and full of good chats and kind enough to withstand the barrage of curious questions and offers of ‘help’ from my youngest. We are so fortunate to have Matt in our community.
[Nokomi, Castlemaine]
*****
I would recommend Matt in an instant. Being a bike mechanic is more than a job or a career for him - it is a calling. Matt recently serviced four family bikes for me: one e-cargo bike and three road bikes in varying condition. All bikes now ride very smoothly. Also, Matt took time to explain issues with the older bikes, and what to look out for in the coming months. Super helpful. [James - Castlemaine]
I can recommend Matt only with the greatest enthusiasm! He's always on time, efficient, and extremely good at what he does. My bike is always happy to see him. All round top bloke 👍 [Maggie,Castlemaine]
*****
Matt did a terrific job of replacing my worn disc brakes, on time, efficient, and friendly. [Travis, Castlemaine]
*****
Matt has worked on a couple of our bikes now - and they always come away riding superbly. He has great attention to detail and obviously takes a lot of pride in his work. He has definitely become our go to guy for keeping our bikes in top condition. [Leslie, Castlemaine]
*****
Excellent knowledge and skills. Flexible in options of work done. Prompt and friendly service, thanks, Matt! [Kevin, Castlemaine]
*****
Matt is a true professional. His work is detailed, paying attention to every click and whirr. He worked hard to understand the way my electric trike was made and tracked its problems to an accident I had 2 years ago. He fixed things he could and I’m so grateful to have my bike working as it should with brakes and balance fully restored. And his prices are incredibly reasonable. His flexibility in coming to my place saved me a lot of inconvenience.
I highly recommend the Bike Ranger🦋 [Wahibe, Malmsbury]
*****
Best service I’ve had on my Tern GSD! The bike felt fantastic after all of Matt’s thorough work. 🙏
[Jem - Faraday]
*****
Helpful, efficient and timely bicycle repair and servicing. Thank you! [Tim, Castlemaine]
*****
Matt has been so helpful with fixing my bike exactly when I needed it. There was not waiting time and he had all the know how needed, from mechanical to mechanical electrical. I have a beast of an electric cargo bike and am so glad to have find someone who can fix it when I need it.
Gotta keep it on the road as part of our compost transport! [Lucy, Castlemaine]
*****
Amazing service, thank you Matt! [Amelia, Chewton]
*****
“Our electric cargo bike was out of action and needed fixing. We booked Matt to come to the rescue, and we are so glad we did! He's very professional and friendly, and we are having so much fun zipping around on the bike again! Thank you so much!” [Tys & Ruth Castlemaine]
*****
Matt is very approachable, reliable, organised and knowledgeable. He provides a comprehensive and thorough service, and I would highly recommend him for all your bike needs. [Lisa - Castlemaine]
*****
Matt fixed my bike so well! I asked him to have a look at the brakes. They were pretty bad! He did such a great job, they were so good when I rode it again. He also looked at the gears and they were smooth when he finished. The whole bike seemed like it had a new lease on life. [Tiffany - Taradale]
FAQ
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Frequently asked questions
1. Where is the new shop?
The Bike Ranger shop is located at
1 Halford Street Castlemaine VIC 3450
(the old hospital)
2. What are your service hours and availability?
BikeRanger shop hours are:
Tuesday to Friday 2 - 5pm
Saturday 10 am - 1 pm
3. Do you still do onsite service call-outs? Yes, with a focus on emergency repairs.
But Bike Ranger can also come and pick up your bike for service for call out fee.
4. What payment methods do you accept for your services?
Bike Ranger prefers payment in Gold Nuggets. However, modern methods like EFTPOS, Visa & Mastercard, Apple / Google Pay, PayPal, and good old cash are also accepted.
5. What types of bikes do you work on?
Any type of bike… commuters, cargo bikes, ebikes, mountain bikes, gravel bikes, road bikes, E.T.s’ BMX.
6. Are there any bikes you don’t work on?
Your bike must be street-legal. BikeRanger can’t work on overpowered ebikes, such as those with an accelerator throttle.
7. Are you affiliated with any bicycle brands?
BikeRanger is not directly affiliated with any bicycle brands. However, we collaborate with bike shops in Melbourne to provide convenient service to their customers.
8. What is your mechanic's experience?
Matt is a certified bike mechanic from Germany with multiple years of experience.
9. Would you install the parts I bought online?
Absolutely. We can fit the parts you've purchased online and set up a new bike.