Firth & Wilson Transport Cycles

Firth & Wilson Transport Cycles We specialize in useful, practical bikes to get you, your family, and your stuff on the go! You can call us at (215) 425-4672. Call us at (215) 644-8124.

Our main shop, Firth & Wilson Transport Cycles, is a full-service bicycle shop and retail showroom specializing in transportation and cargo bicycles. We're located at 1315 N Howard Street in Kensington, and cater exclusively to the urban cyclist with a full range of bike accessories and bicycles from Yuba, Xtracycle, Tern, Fuji, Batch, and SE. The option of a custom fabricated bicycle is also on o

ffer, designed by the shop's owners under the labels David Wilson Industries (DWI) custom cargo bikes and Hanford Cycles custom frames. Also in our frame shop we repair Brooks saddles (the official North American repair center), repair steel bicycle frames, and fabricate Shorty, our compact cargo bike. Our current hours are Tuesday to Saturday 10-4, closed for lunch 1-1:30. We have a second service oriented location in South Philadelphia, Transport Cycles at Bok located at 821 Dudley Street. Bok is a former vocational/technical high school that has been re-purposed as a hub for artists, crafts people, professionals, and small businesses. We are excited to be a part of the Bok community! Come visit us for minor repairs, full on tune ups, or to pick up cycling essentials Tuesday through Friday 10-6 and Saturday 10-5.

Looking for a great family bike? Looking for a bike that can grow as your family grows?Tern e-bikes are built to grow wi...
06/06/2026

Looking for a great family bike? Looking for a bike that can grow as your family grows?

Tern e-bikes are built to grow with your family, with flexible accessory setups to safely carry your kids through every age and stage. We have many Terns in stock - both GSDs (pictured), Quick Haul Longs, and HSDs.

To check this bike out and take it for a test ride* visit our shop in Olde Kensington, 1315 N. Howard Street, Tuesday – Friday 10am-5pm, Saturday 10am-4pm, closed for lunch 1-1:30pm. We hope to see you soon!

*Families, please call a few days in advance so we can have the bike kitted out for passengers.

It's World Environment Day AND National Donut Day! Cyclists can celebrate these two major events together by enjoying a ...
06/05/2026

It's World Environment Day AND National Donut Day! Cyclists can celebrate these two major events together by enjoying a deep fried sugary treat while helping to save the planet. We think that's a win-win. Pick up a Snack! Donut frame bag and pop it on your favorite bike. Don't have a bike? Stop into our Howard Street shop to see what's in stock.

Our shop at 1315 N. Howard Street is open Tuesday - Friday 10am - 5pm, Saturday 10am - 4pm, closed for lunch 1pm - 1:30pm.

Time for a tune up? If yes please note we are getting busier and busier with the summer season right around the corner. ...
06/05/2026

Time for a tune up? If yes please note we are getting busier and busier with the summer season right around the corner. To best work with your schedule please call us and schedule an appointment. Drop off your bike in the morning on scheduled day and typically pick up later that afternoon.

When you bring your bicycle to us for maintenance or repair, our friendly, professionally trained technicians will assess your bike's needs and provide you with a free, no-obligation estimate. Whether your bike is in need of a minor adjustment or a major overhaul, we promise that your ride is in good hands.

Schedule a tune up now at one of our two locations: Howard Street 215.425.4672 open Tuesday – Friday 10am-5pm, Saturday 10am-4pm, closed for lunch 1-1:30pm, or our shop in the Bok Building, entrance on Dudley Street, 215.644.8124 open Tuesday - Saturday 10am - 5pm. We hope to see you and your bike soon!

We see more and more of you riding out there - and we love it. Unfortunately so do the bike thieves. We never like to he...
06/04/2026

We see more and more of you riding out there - and we love it. Unfortunately so do the bike thieves. We never like to hear about a bike being stolen but sadly it happens way too often. You'll want to make your bike is as hard as possible to steal. We'll help
you choose a better lock from ABUS Mobile Security and give you tips on how to lock your bike up correctly.

Be prepared for the possibility of theft:

1. Have proof of ownership and bike's serial number
2. Register with a site like Bike Index
3. Make sure to have up to date photos of yourself with your bike
4. Get bicycle insurance
5. Personalize your bike so it stands out
6. Always file a police report

You'll find a wide selection of ABUS locks at both of our shops: 1315 N Howard Street and in the BOK Building, 821 Dudley St. Shops are open Tuesday – Saturday.

We've sold out of our analog Yuba Kombis (unfortunately discontinued) but it's not too late to grab an electric version,...
06/02/2026

We've sold out of our analog Yuba Kombis (unfortunately discontinued) but it's not too late to grab an electric version, the Kombi E5. With it's Shimano e-system you'll ride easier with your passengers and all that goes with them. Now on sale.

Stop into our Kensington shop to take one for a spin. If bringing the kids give us a few days heads up to set up for passengers. 1315 N. Howard Street, Tuesday to Friday 10am - 5pm, Saturday 10am - 4pm, closed for lunch 1pm - 1:30pm.

Time for a tune up? If yes please note we are getting busier and busier with the summer season right around the corner. ...
06/01/2026

Time for a tune up? If yes please note we are getting busier and busier with the summer season right around the corner. To best work with your schedule, please call us to make an appointment. On the day of your appointment drop off your bike in the morning and it will typically be ready for pick up in the afternoon.

When you bring your bicycle to us for maintenance or repair, our friendly, professionally trained technicians will assess your bike's needs and provide you with a free, no-obligation estimate. Whether your bike is in need of a minor adjustment or a major overhaul, we promise that your ride is in good hands.

Schedule a tune up now at one of our two locations: Howard Street shop 215.425.4672 open Tuesday – Friday 10am-5pm, Saturday 10am-4pm, closed for lunch 1-1:30pm, or our shop in the Bok Building, entrance on Dudley Street, 215.644.8124 open Tuesday - Friday 10am - 5pm, Saturday 10am - 4pm. We hope to see you and your bike soon!

A classic, stirred up. Higbee Bicycles' Martini is built to turn heads and make every ride effortless—compact, comfortab...
05/31/2026

A classic, stirred up. Higbee Bicycles' Martini is built to turn heads and make every ride effortless—compact, comfortable, and smooth enough to feel like second nature.

Made to enjoy:

Upright fit with handlebars that fall naturally to hand
Powerful 500W Bafang™ motor with pedal assist and throttle
Low-maintenance Gates™ belt drive — clean, quiet, and durable
Practical stainless front rack for bags, baskets, or coolers
Individually numbered First Edition head badges

To take a Higbee for a test ride visit our shop in Olde Kensington, 1315 N. Howard Street, Tuesday – Friday 10am-5pm, Saturday 10am-4pm, closed for lunch 1-1:30pm. We hope to see you soon!

Are you looking for a new bike? What bike should you get? If these are questions you are currently asking yourself we ca...
05/30/2026

Are you looking for a new bike? What bike should you get? If these are questions you are currently asking yourself we can help you out. Sometimes the jargon can be a little intimidating. The good news is that you don't have to become fluent in bike speak to decide which bike is best for you.

The bike-buying process can be boiled down to three basic steps:

1. What type of bike should you get? The right bike for you will depend on where and how you plan to ride. Start by asking yourself where you plan to ride: on streets, bike paths, unpaved roads and trails or some combination of those places?

2. How much do you want to spend on a bike? Bikes within a given category and price range generally have similar types of components. But expect to pay more for higher-performance components or frame materials such as carbon.

3. How should the bike fit? Bikes come in a range of sizes, so start by finding the right frame size based on your height.

Stop by our South Kensington shop to what new bikes are in stock, 1315 N. Howard Street, Tuesday - Friday 10am - 5pm, Saturday 10am - 4pm, closed for lunch 1pm - 1:30pm.

Address

1315 N. Howard Street
Philadelphia, PA
19122

Opening Hours

Tuesday 10am - 1pm
1:30pm - 5pm
Wednesday 10am - 1pm
1:30pm - 5pm
Thursday 10am - 1pm
1:30pm - 5pm
Friday 10am - 1pm
1:30pm - 5pm
Saturday 10am - 1pm
1:30pm - 4pm

Telephone

+12154254672

Website

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