Originally Posted by jedi_steve420
Anyone know of any good shops to go to in ottawa ON... preferably downtown... for parts on converting my first fixie?
There is rather little here, but these are your best options for fixed friendly:
Joe Mamma's: 216 Pretoria Ave. <
http://www.joemamma.ca/index.php?section=about >
(Just south of the Quenn'sway, off of Bank St.)
They stock KHS Flite, but are mostly a BMX/urban/cruiser/snowboard shop. They are always happy to order parts. I always stop in and fill my tires there, because I can't get high enough PSI in my hand pump.
Cyclo-Sportif G.M.bertrand: 167 rue Wellington <
http://www.gmbertrand.com/ >
(Across the river in Hull)
They are planning on increasing inventory for fixed and SS parts. This shop is aimed at high-tech roadies, but is never snooty. Last time I went, they only had cogs, but i know alot of people have gotten parts through them. If you need a good mechanic, go there. I should be getting Miche parts and some Chrome bags, I believe.
Bike Dump: 407 Catherine <
http://www.bikedump.com/ >
(One block north of the Queen's way, between Bronson and Bank)
Anything used, it's there. They have oodles of parts, all organized in bins. I bought a pair of flat handlebars, grips and a white Selle/Bianchi saddle there, the total was $10.
All of these shops give discounts to couriers as well. I have been to every shop in the city, and found these to be my faves.