Cyclescheme

The largest provider of its kind in the UK, Cyclescheme provides its clients' employees with discounted vouchers to buy bikes and safety equipment on a hired basis. Unlike its competitors, Cyclescheme only partners independent bike shops, rather than chain stores, and ensures payment upfront - which means the company has an army of 'fiercely' loyal partners. To date, the company has provided more than 90,000 vouchers to more than 10,000 employers, and counts brands such as Asda, Barclays, the BBC and more than 80 councils among its clients.

• Only works with local retailers, rather than chain stores
• Signing up to the scheme is free for retailers, providing an incentive to join