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We get you out there and enjoying the outdoors with Hybrid E-Bikes.

HYBRID Bikes started with a vision to design superior electric bikes for adventurous and urban Kiwis.

We’re 100% New Zealand owned and operated. Based in Nelson – the gateway to some of the best cycling trails and mountain biking tracks in New Zealand. You can get a HYBRID Bike wherever you are in New Zealand – view our list of agents here.

HYBRID E-bikes are designed and built in New Zealand to be versatile and flexible so they can handle a range of New Zealand riding conditions. Our e-bikes are fast and nimble on flat city streets but the lighter carbon fibre frame and powerful motor mean they are far superior to other similar e-bikes on hills where performance is critical.

We believe we’ve created the perfect all-rounder bike – great for commuting to work, meandering on a winery tour, or handling hilly trails effortlessly.

Electric bikes don’t have to be heavy and feel like farm machinery. Carbon Fibre bike frames, historically only available to high-level athletes, are super strong and light providing a superior, efficient, responsive ride. Our unique E-Bike frame design and carbon fibre manufacturing processes have made lightweight carbon fibre E-bikes an affordable reality for you.

Your HYBRID E-Bike is hand-built by our team with careful attention to detail just for you. Talk to us about designing your ultimate riding experience with the perfect riding position for optimal comfort and the accessories you need to make your adventure safe and easy.

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Margaret Dick
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I have recently purchased my 2nd Hybrid bike, which speaks for itself that I am more than happy with the bikes. The staff are unreservedly happy to answer any queries I have had, communication excellent and servicing my bike has been thorough.
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Ewan and Valerie Crouch
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I cannot thank Frank (and his team) enough, for giving me, at 78 yrs old, my confidence back to bike. I have gone, from a heavier bike with a bar, to a step through Hybrid. Right from the first phone call to the pick up of the bike, I have felt looked after and important and the communication and attention have been A1. I am now a happy biker again and look forward to a summer of trails. Thank you all. Valerie
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Sheryn Cashman
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After coping for a few years with an ebike that was a bit too big for me I went and visited Frank after doing a bit of research. I wish I'd seen him years ago! He spent time talking to me and seeing what I wanted and needed. After a few trial rides on different bikes and trying out different things I now have a bike customised just for me and what a difference it's made to my riding experience. Not only is the bike so much lighter than my previous ebike but I'm sitting so much more comfortably and in a better postion thanks to the size and framing. If you're looking at buying an ebike definitely go and see Frank, you won't be disappointed.
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Nikki Waterkamp
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Had a chat with Frank the other day. Awesome bikes. Loved that the e-bike has brought back the fun in cycling without sore knees, and with the light frame I can choose to have electric assist or not. Battery long life and lasts me around a week with daily commuting (including steep hill). Stem - loved that I could extend this to suit my needs, as well as seat higher, and swapped over the brakes so R)hand has back brake and L)front. Lightweight and easy to lift on and off bike rack. Brilliant bikes, would love to own another. Enjoying my F18 :)
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Mark Gray
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I started riding a mountain bike in my mid 30s. I bought my first e bike in 2020 (aged 57) after knee surgery had left me feeling a little unsure of my ability to cycle 20 plus kilometres. I loved my mountain bike and thought buying an e bike would be easy. Five years later after trying 4 saddles and moving my seat post and handle bars I was still experiencing tight hip flexors, sore knees and a very sore behind after 30-40k rides. I was losing my love of cycling and was at a loss as to what to do. I started to look at different bikes but could find nothing that suited me. I saw Hybrid Bikes on Facebook and having seen other people’s reviews I thought I’d give the bikes a try. What I really liked about Frank, the owner and designer of the bikes, was that he let me choose what I wanted to try without telling me what I should be picking. As soon as I took one out for a test run I realised it was what I’d been looking for. A dropper post allowed me to do a full leg cycle but allowed me to still reach the ground. I came back with a smile on my face. For the first time in ages cycling made me happy.Frank’s bikes are made for comfort and as he builds them from the frame up, it is like buying a bespoke bicycle but at a retail price. Frank also spent time setting the bike up for me so it was comfortable from the get go. Since then I have found a couple of friends also have hybrid bikes and love theirs as much as I love mine. I can’t recommend Frank and his bikes highly enough. If you are looking for an e bike you need to check out Hybrid Bikes you won’t be disappointed. 250k and I’m still smiling, no hip or knee pain and not saddle sore any more. What more can I say!
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Steve Curtis
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Frank is an amazing ambassador for his bikes! Very impressed with how he generously gave us time and explained the features of the bikes 😊👍🏻. This customer service is very rare.
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Jan Gillanders
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A car at a roundabout failed to give way and hit the back wheel of my Hybrid. (5yrs old, 10,000+km) Fortunately I had only minor injuries that resolved in time. My kids took the damaged bike to Frank and he dealt with the insurance company on my behalf to get settlement by way of a cash payment which I put towards a new Hybrid and a MIPS helmet (the old one saved me from serious head injury or worse). The support I received from our local bike manufacturer was incredible and I am deeply appreciative.
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John Mackay
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Bought my M18 in February from Frank. What can I say except - fantastic from the bike perfomes great with its 506w battery. Franks communications during the purchase was excellant. He great explained all the workings and care necessary, servicing, pre set up ride to determine seat height, handlebar configuration etc etc. Thoroughly enjoyed the experience and would highly recommend dealing with Frank and trying his range.
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Paul breading
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I have enjoyed riding my bike so much , love my days like today biking with my grandson. Great experience from buying to riding, totally recommend hybrid bikes
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Deb C
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Thank you so much to Frank and team at Hybrid for your amazing product and service. I am so thrilled with my first e-bike and the adventures that go with it! And what a game-changer it is!!! I can go far longer distances and more places than I normally would and have full confidence that my F22 Cruise Elite bike will perform brilliantly! Absolutely LOVE it 🤩 If you are looking for a really good quality e-bike and accompanying service then I totally recommend checking out Hybrid Bikes - you won’t be disappointed.

The Hybrid Bikes Team.

Frank Witowski

Founder and Managing Director

Frank is an experienced entrepreneur and mechanical engineer with many years of experience. He’s a self-confessed workaholic and has a passion for e-bikes and carbon fibre.

Jim Matthews

Business Development Manager

Jim is a former NZ olympic cycling mechanic with decades of experience. Jim manages business operations and managed Nelson’s famous Village Cycles store for 25+ years.

Roslyn Witowski

Office Manager and Customer Care

Roslyn handles day-to-day operations and with over 20 years experience, ensures that all Hybrid customers get the best possible service.

Scarlett Witowski

Management Accountant Consultant

Scarlett is a highly qualified Chartered Accountant with over 10 years experience working with a diverse set of clients. Scarlett is helping to strategically drive Hybrid Bikes forward.

HYBRID BIKES IN THE MEDIA

As an innovative New Zealand company, HYBRID Bikes have been featured in the Air NZ Kia Ora Magazine, on Seven Sharp, in various Stuff Articles, in #NZEntrepreneur, AA Directions and more.

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OUR STORY.

Hybrid Bikes was born from a deeply personal quest—to regain fitness following a battle with cancer (which I won). From this initial design emerged a bold vision: to establish the premier carbon fibre E-Bike company in Nelson adorned with the iconic New Zealand Fern and to elevate this Kiwi brand onto the global stage.

In 2018, our dedication to excellence was validated with the prestigious Fernmark Award, marking the start of our journey. Since then, we have led the field in carbon fibre E-Bike innovation, earning global recognition. In 2023, we received the Global Award for “Most Innovative Leader – E-Bike,” followed by another win in 2024 for our revolutionary “Full Suspension, Step-Through Carbon Fibre E-Bike.” Despite our innovation, financial constraints prevented us from scaling fast enough to compete with billion-dollar brands.

Our track record includes the Supreme Business Award in 2021, Deloitte Fast 50 in 2022, and recognition as a High Growth Company in the Asia-Pacific region in 2024. In July 2024, we will proudly represent New Zealand at the Euro Bike Show in Frankfurt, a testament to our leadership in carbon fibre E-Bike design. Hybrid Bike can offer a full range of customized carbon fibre E-Bike to suit everybody.

In 2026 Hybrid Bikes won a Global Innovation Excellence Award.

As a micro-sized business, our accomplishments are extraordinary.

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