London Bike Studio began in a Hackney garage, where founder Diego Padilla started repairing bikes for friends, neighbours and fellow cyclists. What began as a small workshop quickly grew into something bigger, a place where people could not only fix their bikes, but also learn mechanics through maintenance courses.
Today, London Bike Studio is an independent bike shop and workshop based on Stoke Newington Road in the heart of North London. From commuters and everyday riders to racers and weekend explorers, we welcome anyone who loves bikes or wants to ride more.
More than a bike shop
At London Bike Studio we believe cycling should be accessible, practical and enjoyable. Our workshop offers professional repairs, servicing and custom builds, while the shop floor carries a carefully curated selection of bikes and accessories from trusted brands.
But we’re more than just a place to buy or repair a bike. The studio has grown into a small cycling hub , somewhere people come to learn, meet other riders and spend time.
Pedallers Corner
Inside the shop you’ll find Pedallers Corner, our café space where riders can take a break, grab a coffee and talk bikes. Whether you’re waiting for a repair, finishing a ride, or simply stopping by, it’s a relaxed place where the cycling community naturally comes together.
Hackney Bike Fit
Our space is also home to Hackney Bike Fit, an independent bike fitting studio run by Kate. From commuter bikes to road and gravel setups, professional fitting helps riders improve comfort, efficiency and performance. The service includes cleat setup, saddle trials and full fit assessments tailored to each rider.
Having bike fitting within the studio means riders can go from diagnosis to adjustment and mechanical changes all in one place.
Learning and sharing knowledge
From the beginning, London Bike Studio has focused on making bicycle mechanics more approachable. We run maintenance classes and workshops designed to help riders understand their bikes and keep them running smoothly. The goal isn’t just to fix bikes — it’s to help people feel confident looking after them.
“ How do we transport ourselves sustainably? the bicycle is part of the answer"
— DIEGO PADILLA, FOUNDING MECHANIC
When clients leave the studio they do so with a greater compassion for cycling and a desire to share it. Because at the London Bike Studio, we feel it is deeply important to make mechanics more accessible. That’s why we’ve created workshop classes and online tutorials that simplify the craft of caring for bicycles. When we teach, we focus on inspiring and empowering our clients to upkeep and retain their bike knowledge.
Our Mission
Other than lowering obesity, blood pressure, and depression rates, most critically, choosing to ride a bike reduces carbon emissions. For these reasons we seek to deepen peoples connection with cycling. Not to mention, the rush of energy and feeling of freedom that comes from riding a well-tuned machine, is incomparable.