Whyte Secta

The Whyte Secta is best suited to riders looking for a fast, capable and engaging hardtail for mixed UK trail riding. It delivers excellent efficiency on climbs and flowing singletrack, while remaining confident and composed on technical trail features and trail centre terrain.

As a modern trail hardtail, the Secta rewards good line choice and active riding, offering a direct, responsive feel that many riders prefer over the added complexity and weight of a full suspension bike. This makes it a great option for riders who value simplicity, low maintenance and sharp handling without sacrificing capability.

Yes, the Secta is very well suited to UK trail conditions. It is designed to feel stable and confidence inspiring on steep, rooty and rocky descents, while remaining efficient for long climbs and linking bridleways.

If your riding includes trail centres, natural singletrack, woodland trails and year round mixed conditions, the Secta is a hardtail that genuinely fits the UK riding environment.

The right model depends on how hard you ride and what you value most. If you want a dependable trail hardtail for regular riding with a balanced specification, the entry level builds offer excellent value and usability. If you ride more aggressively or want stronger performance on rough descents, moving up the range brings noticeable gains in fork control, braking power and drivetrain performance.

If you share your height, terrain and riding style with us, we can recommend the most suitable Secta build and size with confidence.

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Start with your height, then refine the choice based on how you like a bike to feel. If you prefer stability and confidence on steeper trails, sizing up can make sense. If you want a more playful and agile feel for tighter trails and faster direction changes, sizing down may be the better option.

We always recommend checking our size chart first, then using reach and riding style as the final deciding factors. If you are between sizes, send us your height and inside leg measurement and we can help confirm the correct fit.

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Yes, we offer test rides through our in house demo programme whenever the relevant model and size are available. This allows you to confirm sizing, ride feel and suitability for your local trails before committing.

Demo availability can change quickly, so we recommend getting in touch in advance and we will do our best to arrange the correct bike for you.

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As a dedicated electric mountain bike specialist, run by riders, we focus on:

1. Delivery | Free delivery on all orders over £65. Bike deliveries are carried out by a two-person courier service, ensuring safe handling from dispatch to doorstep (T&Cs apply).

2. 0% Finance and Cycle To Work | Spread the cost up to 48 months with Klarna and V12. We also support a wide range of Cycle to Work providers, saving you up to 43 percent (T&Cs apply, finance subject to status, options can vary on discounted bikes).

3. Expert Bike Setup and Inspection | Every bike goes through a full 26-point PDI by our Cytech-qualified mechanics. Electric bikes also receive additional e-bike checks, including diagnostics and software updates. Suspension can be set to your weight where provided.

4. Safe and Secure Bike Packaging | Each bike is securely wrapped using protective and recycled materials, with handlebars and the front wheel removed for safe transit. Tools, your PDI checklist, accessories, and any chargers are included. Final assembly typically takes 5 to 10 minutes.

6. Frame Protection Options | We supply and fit custom-cut, self-healing frame protection kits, installed by our dedicated fitting team in a dust-free studio.

7. Competitive Prices and Price Match | We work hard to offer competitive pricing. If you find the same bike available elsewhere at a lower price, let us know and we will do our best to help (T&Cs apply).

8. In House Demo Availability | We offer an extensive demo fleet so you can test and compare bikes before you buy. Book a demo bike here.

9. Showroom Stock and Brand Selection | Our showroom has around 100 bikes on display from brands including Trek, Santa Cruz, Whyte, Orbea, Mondraker, Cube, Haibike and Transition. We are open Monday to Saturday, 08:30 to 17:00. If you want to view a specific bike, contact us first and we will do our best to have it ready.

10. Expert Product Advice | Our mechanics are Cytech qualified and we invest heavily in training. We also provide online guides and size advice. For help, call 01254 959345 or see our Bike Size Guide.

11. Reviews | We take real pride in delivering a high standard of service, reflected in our many 5-star reviews.