Alison Taylor MP has launched her support for Scotland Loves Local Week 2026 with a visit to Kustom Kruizers in Renfrew, a community bicycle building project that teaches young people and young adults practical skills while refurbishing donated bikes for local residents.
The campaign runs from Saturday 13th June to Saturday 20th June 2026, with this year’s theme being “Flying the Flag for Local Businesses”.
Alison visited Kustom Kruizers, a community cycling project based beside Robertson Park in Renfrew.
The project specialises in refurbishing donated and pre-owned bicycles, giving them a second life and helping make cycling more affordable for local people.
Alison said: “Whenever possible I choose to back local businesses and the people behind them. I enjoyed meeting Kustom Kruizers Directors Dave Neill and Colin Nelson, who showed me around the workshop and coffee bar area and told me more about what makes Kustom Kruizers so special. The workshop looks fantastic and the services on offer make a real difference in the community.
“Kustom Kruizers is a community-focused bicycle shop who specialise in refurbishing donated and pre-owned bicycles, giving them a second life and making cycling more affordable for local people. By offering quality refurbished bikes at a fraction of the cost of buying new, it helps remove financial barriers and encourages more people to access the benefits of cycling.”
Dave Neill said: “Kustom Kruizers is about much more than bikes. We work with local schools to deliver bicycle maintenance workshops, teaching practical skills and encouraging young people to develop confidence in maintaining their own bikes. We also host a weekly Men’s Mental Health Night every Monday, providing a relaxed, welcoming environment where people can meet, talk and connect through a shared interest.
“Alongside our popular coffee offering, the shop has become a community hub where people regularly stop in for a chat, support, or simply to enjoy a good coffee. Our aim is to create a space that brings people together, promotes wellbeing, and makes a positive contribution to the Renfrew community.”
Alison added: “I was impressed by how friendly and welcoming Kustom Kruizers is and I encourage anyone interested in bike maintenance or looking to buy a quality bike at an affordable price to drop in, enjoy a chat and a coffee, and see what’s on offer. I’m a great believer that when we buy local, we create better places to live, work and visit.”
Photo: Alison Taylor MP with Kustom Kruizers co-directors Dave Neill (left) and Colin Nelson during a visit to the Renfrew-based community bicycle shop as part of Scotland Loves Local Week 2026
Photo Credit: The Office of Alison Taylor MP
Photo: Alison Taylor MP visits Kustom Kruizers in Renfrew and meets co-director Dave Neill while learning more about the community bicycle workshop and refurbishment service
Photo Credit: The Office of Alison Taylor MP