Pacific Northwest - Shout out for Cycle Therapy
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Aquajag
04-16-08, 03:46 AM
So I walked down to Cycle Therapy in Kent this weekend to check out their selection. After talking with Steve and checking out a few bikes, I came home with a new Diamondback Response Sport. I absolutely love this bike! I had previously just had a cheap department store bike and decided I wanted to get more serious about cycling, so decided an upgrade was in order, but this bike has made cycling more exciting for me than I expected. :D
My primary purpose is commuting and this bike takes the hill home nicely. Don't think I've enjoyed riding as much as I do now. So on that note, just thought I'd toss some props out for Steve and the gang down at Cycle Therapy.
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smurf hunter
04-16-08, 09:53 AM
I bought 2 bikes from that shop back when it was "Mountain Bike Outfitters". They still honor the original life time service agreements made back when Gary ran the place, so I pop in there on occasion.
I've been commuting for a few years, and have broken every part imaginable. I think I annoy many wrenches in local shops as I ask tons of technical questions. (I'm a software engineer, so it's my nature I guess).
Just make sure your stem is on tight after you get it serviced. That's probably my biggest pet peave - when they loosen the stem to spin it around for easier storage, and don't torque it down properly before sending you home.
East Hill
04-16-08, 10:39 AM
I've gone in there several times, and haven't bought a bike (hey, 12 is enough...), but I have always been very happy with their attention to customers. Women coming into the shop need not fear that they will be treated casually--they are there to help, no matter what sex, size, or shape you may be!
East Hill
CKspeed
04-18-08, 02:28 PM
I checked out the store on Wednesday. Very helpful, friendly guys. I picked up a superflash blinky which happen to be a few dollars less than the price at REI.
They do group road rides on Tuesdays and Thursdays at 6:30pm starting at the shop. I wanted to ask Steve for more information, but everyone was suddenly busy with customers. Has anyone been on their group ride?
Rocky Ford
04-18-08, 08:28 PM
Great shop with Great employees, i stop in on occassion for a red bull and cliff bar ,shoot the bull and check out bike schwag