Thanx for the info i live right down the road from this place and see the sign but have not actually made it in the shop.
might have to swing by there.
and yes i have been to curbside cyclery before and that place is awesome.
Originally Posted by
az2008
For those in the Ahwatukee and Tempe area, there is an interesting and relatively unknown bike shop in Guadalupe at the SE corner of Priest and Guadalupe. Just a mile west of Kiwanis park. (
The Garage Bike Shop)
The owner is really nice. He has years of experience, very eager to serve, and low prices on service. I see him do free stuff frequently.
To me, the most attractive thing about this shop is that it's located within a huge enclosed courtyard containing other shops and restaurants, restrooms, etc. It's a nice destination to hang out.
The only downside is that his hours are weird because he hasn't achieved enough business to be full-time yet. He's only there evenings and weekends. Otherwise his wife keeps the place open. She's ok for selling stuff, or accepting/releasing bikes for repair. But you can't get any actual repair work (or in-depth discussion) until he's there.
I hope my post isn't viewed as overly promotional. But, it's an interesting, small, old-school store in an interesting (fiesta-themed) location. Somewhat new and obscure. I think locals would enjoy checking it out.