Sargent & Co

Owner Rob Sargent has an off-kilter sense of humour – ‘No mountain bikes, high breads (sic), or modern carp (sic)’ – but his message is clear: to promote, revive and facilitate the pastime of cycling. Sargent’s love of all things cyclical means that his lovely Finsbury Park shop, guarded by Cassius the cat, is bedecked with frames (photo- as well as bike-) and accessories from the glory days of cycling. Services include a puncture repair or a wash-and brushup to a full customisation or restoration. ‘All carried out at very competitive prices, usually with a smile, and occasionally a cup of tea.’