Green Commute Initiative

Green Commute Initiative

Green Commute Initiative is a cycle to work voucher provider which works with thousands of employers and independent bike shops.

There are many different cycle to work providers, please take the time to check that your employer uses Green Commute Initiative. We also work with the Cyclescheme, My Benefits World, GoGeta, Enjoy Benefits, Vivup and Cycle Solutions. We do not accept vouchers from other providers such as such as; Bike2Work or Cycle2Work.

Green Commute Initiative is the industry-leading and award-winning cycle to work scheme with no spend limits and no ownership fees. You can save from 28-47% (depending on your tax rate). Pay monthly through salary sacrifice with no added interest with salary sacrifice periods ranging from 3 to 60 months. Get any type of cycle through GCI and help reduce congestion and pollution whilst improving your health, fitness and mental wellbeing. When more people cycle for short journeys, everyone wins.

More information is available at Green Commute Initiative's Website

The Green Commute Initiative process

  • Request a quote from us. You can do this in store, by email or through this website. We'll need your contact details and the goods you'd like to purchase.
  • To request a quote through this website; Add your desired goods to your shopping cart. Go to checkout and select the Green Commute Initiative option. Complete the checkout process and we will then send you quote by email
  • Please note that Sale Bikes with a discount of greater than 15% off RRP will normally incur a 5% surcharge to offset the commission we are charged from this provider.
  • Should you be happy with your quotation, please contact us to confirm you would like to proceed. We will normally require a £50 refundable deposit to reserve your goods whilst your voucher application is being processed.
  • You can then request a Green Commute Initiative voucher from your employer. (Your employer will direct you to an area on Green Commute Initiative voucher's website where you can do this)
  • For delivery, you will need to forward us your PDF voucher when you receive it from the Green Commute Initiative voucher.!<</li>>!!
  • If you would like to collect your bike instore, please contact us to arrange a collection date. You will need to bring along your voucher and original photo ID when you collect.

FAQs

Where can my bike be delivered to?
We can deliver to your home address.

Is there a delivery charge?
Our standard delivery charges apply. Free to most parts of the UK. £25 to Northern Ireland, Scottish Highlands and Islands. Delivery charges will not appear on your quote and will need to be paid for outside of your voucher.

What forms of ID are acceptable?
Photo ID: A copy of a valid UK Driving Licence or UK Passport

Can bicycles be shipped when paying with a Green Commute Initiative voucher?
Yes, please follow the above procedure.

Is there a limit to the value of the bike and accessories I can select?
The GCI scheme is unlimited value but your employer may set a limit.

Can vouchers be "topped up" with additional funds?
The "topping up" of vouchers is not permissable. Your voucher value must cover the value you have been quoted for the bike

Are Podium Points available when paying by GCI voucher?
We are unable to offer our Podium Point scheme when payment is by GCI voucher. This is because GCI receive a commission from each sale.


Are Sale/Discounted bikes available when paying by GCI voucher?
Yes. Please note that Sale Bikes with a discount of greater than 15% off RRP will normally incur a 5% surcharge to offset the commission we are charged from this provider.

Are there any exceptions as to what can be purchased using a GCI voucher?
Along with your bike you can also include safety equipment, clothing, tools and spares. You cannot purchase the following items: GPS ride trackers and navigation devices, Bike racks for cars, Cameras, Turbo trainers or rollers, Gift cards, Nutritional products / foodstuffs, Power meters, Headphones or waterproof clothing which isn't flourescent.

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