Our Story
Based in Kendal, UK
We are knowledgeable, experienced cyclists and time-served mechanics. Our goal is to offer high quality service with fair, honest and transparent advice.
Paul | CEO
Founder and force behind Mapdec.
Simon | Executive Director
Bike rider and customer turned investor.
Jake | Bicycle Mechanic & Custom Bike Sales Coordinator
Jake has been a part of the Mapdec team for several years. After mastering the bike shop, Jake is now running our custom bike sales department.
Dan | Bicycle Mechanic
Dan has worked with us for over a year. After working in New Zealand, Dan brings international experience to the suspension room.
Ty | Bicycle Mechanic
Ty joined Mapdec over a year ago. His energy and problem solving skills keeps the team working quickly.
Hannah | Producer
Hannah is no stranger to the cycling industry. Hannah is our lead YouTube producer, with a wealth of knowledge and an extensive network.
How It Started
How It Started
This is the story of how we got started. A project to learn some skills that turned into a business and a decade of learning. We found this original boxed Mapdec Map Board on eBay and filmed our little nostalgia trip.
Company Orgins
- 2000
- 2017
- 2018
- 2020
- 2023
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The Start
Paul invents the Mapdec Map Board and the brand name was established.
Mapdec moves into its premises in Kendal
Bricks and Mortar
Hello growth.
The workshop and fitness studio take off and the trajectory of the business is set.
Growing and learning
Youtube some life.
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Mapdec Media is born
Covid keeps the world on lockdown and Paul gets in front of the camera
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The big year.
Simon Horsley joins the Mapdec team as Executive Director and investor.
Global Reach
While we are proud to serve the town of Kendal and are an integral part of our cycling community you don't need to live locally to benefit from our services.
Cyclists globally can access the knowledge, expertise and passion of the Mapdec team through our thriving YouTube channel. We build and send custom bikes nationally and internationally, we have remote coaching clients and you can ship your bike or suspension to us for servicing.
If you want an in-person experience visit us in Kendal and experience the stunning Lake District on our doorstep.
Fitness & Coaching
We work alongside our sister company Strength to Speed who offer sports testing, coaching and strength training in our onsite studio to provide a holistic approach to developing your cycling.
