LBS and OBS for Fixed/Track/Single Speed
07-15-07 | 03:52 PM
#226
King of the Hipsters
Joined: Jan 2005
Posts: 2,128
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From: Bend, Oregon
Bikes: Realm Cycles Custom
What a hugely valuable thread, filled with great links.
John at www.businesscycles.com has given me good prices and good advice.
In addition, Businesscycles has good photos of parts and good technical references.
Kevin and Mean Todd (not mean at all) at www.webcyclery.com have good prices; they carry both quality high-end and quality economy parts; and, they treat the customer like their long-lost best friend.
Yes, money matters, and Webcyclery has good prices; but getting treated well, getting good advice, and having a laugh or two in the process count for a lot, too.
John at www.businesscycles.com has given me good prices and good advice.
In addition, Businesscycles has good photos of parts and good technical references.
Kevin and Mean Todd (not mean at all) at www.webcyclery.com have good prices; they carry both quality high-end and quality economy parts; and, they treat the customer like their long-lost best friend.
Yes, money matters, and Webcyclery has good prices; but getting treated well, getting good advice, and having a laugh or two in the process count for a lot, too.
09-22-07 | 05:30 PM
#228
Harbinger
Joined: Sep 2007
Posts: 564
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From: Milwaukee
Bikes: IRO Jamie Roy, Old Araya fixed conversion.
MILWAUKEE
CORY THE BIKE FIXER
www.corythebikefixer.com
best little shop in town. friendly staff/ great service. fuji, surly, on one, and de bernardi track. and custom calfee track bikes! tons of fixed gear and ss conversions and custom wheel building.
CORY THE BIKE FIXER
www.corythebikefixer.com
best little shop in town. friendly staff/ great service. fuji, surly, on one, and de bernardi track. and custom calfee track bikes! tons of fixed gear and ss conversions and custom wheel building.
Ben's Cycle & Fitness
1018 West Lincoln Avenue, Milwaukee, WI 53215
They do quite a bit of ebay dealings too...
Great guys, Great service.
10-04-07 | 09:01 PM
#230
Steely
Joined: Aug 2005
Posts: 19
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From: Alberta, Canada
Bikes: '72 Holdsworth. '04 Guru Tri.
I heard that a rear wheel can be rigged to be fixed gear on one side and free wheel on the other so you can just turn it over depending on what you want to do. Anyone else know about this ?
Thanks.
Thanks.
10-04-07 | 09:09 PM
#231
Senior Member
Joined: Sep 2006
Posts: 252
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Steve is a GREAT guy, he is right down the road from me and sponsors our collegiate cycling team as well. He has recently made the shift to doing mostly everything online, and the guy works insanely hard to do right by his customers. He hooked me up big time in a pinch for a rear wheel when i crashed, and everyone only has good things to say about him. Go for it.
Dan
Dan
10-23-07 | 03:17 PM
#233
Senior Member
Joined: Oct 2006
Posts: 271
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From: tucson
Bikes: 2007 IRO Mark V fixed, 1971 Schwinn Spitfire stock newsie cruiser, 60's Schwinn Collegiate single speed, 1984 Azuki Imperial fixed, old unknown brand Tandem fixed.
in Tucson, i like to keep it ghetto... Ajo Bikes (Ajo and Benson Highway). Ordinary Bikes is cool, but sometimes too busy with the all the college dunces... in which case I've had great dealings with Nick at Fairwheel Bikes. He is a shredder MTBer who knows fixed gear, even though they don't seem to stock as many fixie parts.
As far as I know, there are no "boutiques" in Tucson and I'd love to keep it that way. Tucson is still old Vans, cutoff thrift store pants and slayer t-shirt.
Cheers to BICAS, our bike co-op... the definitive anti-boutique.
As far as I know, there are no "boutiques" in Tucson and I'd love to keep it that way. Tucson is still old Vans, cutoff thrift store pants and slayer t-shirt.
Cheers to BICAS, our bike co-op... the definitive anti-boutique.
10-24-07 | 03:56 PM
#234
Senior Member
Joined: Dec 2004
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Any track hub will do this. What this is really intended for is so you can run two different size cogs depending on your needs. The threads are usually stepped(one smaller diameter threads and another larger diameter threads) so when you want to run say a B.M.X freewheel pe se its only going to sit half way on the threads which bothers some people.
10-24-07 | 05:28 PM
#235
Junior Member
Joined: Oct 2007
Posts: 21
Likes: 0
From: Redmond, WA
Bikes: Old Nishiki Olympic converted to fixed gear
@turd
Just a suggestion to make this thread a little easier to read/use.
Consolidate all the suggestion into a master list on your opening post so people can just hop in and glance at the first post instead of searching through the thread.
Just a suggestion to make this thread a little easier to read/use.
Consolidate all the suggestion into a master list on your opening post so people can just hop in and glance at the first post instead of searching through the thread.
10-25-07 | 09:26 AM
#236
sneeuwpret
Joined: Jun 2005
Posts: 198
Likes: 0
From: South of Madison
Bikes: lots
I just moved to Madison from the Twin Cites. What is the Madison equivalent to The Hub/One on One/etc? AKA, where can I go to look through bins of used stuff? With a bike shop every 4 blocks (it seems), there must be something... right?
10-25-07 | 09:36 AM
#237
Middle-aged fogie
Joined: Aug 2007
Posts: 120
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From: SoBo (south of Boston)
Any track hub will do this. What this is really intended for is so you can run two different size cogs depending on your needs. The threads are usually stepped(one smaller diameter threads and another larger diameter threads) so when you want to run say a B.M.X freewheel pe se its only going to sit half way on the threads which bothers some people.
What the OP is talking about is a flip-flop hub. Not all track hubs do this.
But you CAN put either two fixed cogs, or a fix and a freewheel (or two freewheels?) on a flip-flop hub.
10-25-07 | 09:53 AM
#238
Senior Member
Joined: Oct 2007
Posts: 100
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From: Austin, TX
The Peddler in Austin Texas.
https://www.peddlerbike.com/
https://www.peddlerbike.com/
11-20-07 | 04:21 PM
#240
aka. vertical jon
Joined: Mar 2007
Posts: 768
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From: Anaheim, Home of the Los Angeles? Angels of Anaheim... in Orange County?
Bikes: White Carbon Token, Cannondale Mtn, 1975 Peugeot UO-8 Golden Fixed Conversion
LA brakeless (The LAB) is the westside of Los Angeles’ first fixed gear specific shop.
https://fatlace.com/stayfresh/grippym...ab-fixed-shop/
The LAB - 3341 Motor Ave. in Los Angeles, CA
https://fatlace.com/stayfresh/grippym...ab-fixed-shop/
The LAB - 3341 Motor Ave. in Los Angeles, CA
11-20-07 | 06:15 PM
#241
Senior Member
Joined: Nov 2007
Posts: 209
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From: portland
i really think this thread should be cut up into multiple threads that highlight major biking cities with information about shops and events and such. its to hard to sift threw all this information to find my city. and shops in alabama dont really matter to me. anyway if anyone wants to start that up they should. i dont feel like it.
11-20-07 | 08:59 PM
#242
San Diego:
Adam's Avenue has lots of press right now, and a few of the guys that work there are really cool, but the repair service is crap and the shop has a 'holier than thou' vibe... you know, getting ignored for ten minutes while they're in the back joking and drinking beers. I gave their shop three different chances over the course of six months, and the results were 1) two botched things on one easy repair, 2) letting the bike sit for three full days when I asked them to fix their botched repair, and 3) taking six weeks fixing a broken spoke that was promised in 'two days'. On the plus side, they came through on a custom order for a Twin 6 jersey that took three months to ship, but it's still not enough to make me ever want to go back.
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Mission Hills is a good shop. I don't have much experience with it - only been there twice - but Erin treated me really well and took a lot of time out to talk to me. Very friendly and helpful. Good advice on my parts purchases, too.
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Velo Culture is a really good shop. I'm yuppie as hell, and I don't get any aggro scene vibe like I get from Adams. Sky really knows his stuff, Anthony designs beautiful bikes, and they have an insane amount of cool vintage stuff. They also give back a lot to the community, by organizing rides and having movie nights. Their location bites, though, and you have to ride them about minor details occasionally. The one time I had a real problem (a crank stripped on a bike I just bought) they made good immediately, no questions asked.
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CalCoast Bikes is my fave shop. Charlie (the owner) is super cool, their mechanics are thorough and experienced, and it's got a down-to-earth vibe. It's very 'professional' - the work orders are exact, everyone's helpful without being clingy, and they know their stuff. Their inventory is mostly roadie and MTB (i.e. Giant, Ibis), but they have Masi in stock and access to a lot more... I built a pimp Soma Rush from the ground up. I'd say go there if you're interested in a modern track bike (to, you know, ride track), something functional (Crosscheck) or SS MTB (Karate Monkey).
Adam's Avenue has lots of press right now, and a few of the guys that work there are really cool, but the repair service is crap and the shop has a 'holier than thou' vibe... you know, getting ignored for ten minutes while they're in the back joking and drinking beers. I gave their shop three different chances over the course of six months, and the results were 1) two botched things on one easy repair, 2) letting the bike sit for three full days when I asked them to fix their botched repair, and 3) taking six weeks fixing a broken spoke that was promised in 'two days'. On the plus side, they came through on a custom order for a Twin 6 jersey that took three months to ship, but it's still not enough to make me ever want to go back.
--
Mission Hills is a good shop. I don't have much experience with it - only been there twice - but Erin treated me really well and took a lot of time out to talk to me. Very friendly and helpful. Good advice on my parts purchases, too.
--
Velo Culture is a really good shop. I'm yuppie as hell, and I don't get any aggro scene vibe like I get from Adams. Sky really knows his stuff, Anthony designs beautiful bikes, and they have an insane amount of cool vintage stuff. They also give back a lot to the community, by organizing rides and having movie nights. Their location bites, though, and you have to ride them about minor details occasionally. The one time I had a real problem (a crank stripped on a bike I just bought) they made good immediately, no questions asked.
--
CalCoast Bikes is my fave shop. Charlie (the owner) is super cool, their mechanics are thorough and experienced, and it's got a down-to-earth vibe. It's very 'professional' - the work orders are exact, everyone's helpful without being clingy, and they know their stuff. Their inventory is mostly roadie and MTB (i.e. Giant, Ibis), but they have Masi in stock and access to a lot more... I built a pimp Soma Rush from the ground up. I'd say go there if you're interested in a modern track bike (to, you know, ride track), something functional (Crosscheck) or SS MTB (Karate Monkey).
11-27-07 | 04:42 PM
#243
Junior Member
Joined: Oct 2007
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There is rather little here, but these are your best options for fixed friendly:
Joe Mamma's: 216 Pretoria Ave. < https://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 < https://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 < https://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.
Joe Mamma's: 216 Pretoria Ave. < https://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 < https://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 < https://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.
https://www.talltreecycles.ca/
the address and phone number are at the top of the website.
11-27-07 | 10:08 PM
#245
It's Bicycle Repairman!
Joined: Jan 2006
Posts: 42
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From: Fort Worth, TX
Bikes: 3 A.N.T. bikes, a 1977 Viscount, 1987 Trek 850, Schwinn Peloton Pro,1987 Trek 400 fixie, 2006 Bianchi Pista, Unknown vintage/make of fixie conversion, and a Bianchi B.a.S.S.
https://www.colonelsbikes.com
3053 S. University Drive
Fort Worth, TX 76109
817 924 1333
Very knowledgeable about both fixed and SS, road/mtb/track.
Tell them Shaggy sent you.
3053 S. University Drive
Fort Worth, TX 76109
817 924 1333
Very knowledgeable about both fixed and SS, road/mtb/track.
Tell them Shaggy sent you.
11-27-07 | 10:29 PM
#246
Junior Member
Joined: Apr 2007
Posts: 13
Likes: 0
Bikes: 199? KHS Aero Track, 197? Marinoni Special, 2002 Rivendell
In Iowa City:
World of Bikes 723 S. Gilbert St.
www.worldofbikes.com
Chrispi will set you up right, especially if you're looking for help with conversions.
World of Bikes 723 S. Gilbert St.
www.worldofbikes.com
Chrispi will set you up right, especially if you're looking for help with conversions.
11-27-07 | 11:33 PM
#247
what.
Joined: Jun 2006
Posts: 1,276
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From: SD, CA, USA
Bikes: raleigh rush hour
San Diego:
Adam's Avenue has lots of press right now, and a few of the guys that work there are really cool, but the repair service is crap and the shop has a 'holier than thou' vibe... you know, getting ignored for ten minutes while they're in the back joking and drinking beers. I gave their shop three different chances over the course of six months, and the results were 1) two botched things on one easy repair, 2) letting the bike sit for three full days when I asked them to fix their botched repair, and 3) taking six weeks fixing a broken spoke that was promised in 'two days'. On the plus side, they came -
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CalCoast Bikes is my fave shop. Charlie (the owner) is super cool, their mechanics are thorough and experienced, and it's got a down-to-earth vibe. It's very 'professional' - the work orders are exact, everyone's helpful without being clingy, and they know their stuff. Their inventory is mostly roadie and MTB (i.e. Giant, Ibis), but they have Masi in stock and access to a lot more... I built a pimp Soma Rush from the ground up. I'd say go there if you're interested in a modern track bike (to, you know, ride track), something functional (Crosscheck) or SS MTB (Karate Monkey).
Adam's Avenue has lots of press right now, and a few of the guys that work there are really cool, but the repair service is crap and the shop has a 'holier than thou' vibe... you know, getting ignored for ten minutes while they're in the back joking and drinking beers. I gave their shop three different chances over the course of six months, and the results were 1) two botched things on one easy repair, 2) letting the bike sit for three full days when I asked them to fix their botched repair, and 3) taking six weeks fixing a broken spoke that was promised in 'two days'. On the plus side, they came -
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CalCoast Bikes is my fave shop. Charlie (the owner) is super cool, their mechanics are thorough and experienced, and it's got a down-to-earth vibe. It's very 'professional' - the work orders are exact, everyone's helpful without being clingy, and they know their stuff. Their inventory is mostly roadie and MTB (i.e. Giant, Ibis), but they have Masi in stock and access to a lot more... I built a pimp Soma Rush from the ground up. I'd say go there if you're interested in a modern track bike (to, you know, ride track), something functional (Crosscheck) or SS MTB (Karate Monkey).
i see your points but have different experiences.
-adam's is always rad to me, but i could see how going in there would be intimidating. i'm not a super cool "fixie guy" but i've bought a couple bikes from them and generally most of the guys are awesomely nice to me, only a couple are neutral but i've never gotten attitude. only complaint could be that the special ordering can take more than too long sometimes but of course that can all come down to availability of the product. and yeah their turn around can take a bit but they're a small, typically high volume shop so i forgive them.
-mission hills seems cool. i haven't been there much myself but i'm gonna move back to that area soon so we'll see.
-velo culture, oh velo culture. i'm just not into this shop. it was kinda cool at first, then it got a little more cool. then it just got confusing. half of the **** in the store isn't even for sale. i mean, i understand it's a looser style of shop and obviously carries more used stuff. ehh i dunno, i don't like talking ****, pm me if you want my passive beef, but i'm simply not really a fan of this shop.
-cal coast seems ok. again i'll check them out more when i live down there.
-big ring cyclery still around? i've been meaning to go there for a while now. i've heard they have some dope stuff, too.
ok.
11-28-07 | 03:41 PM
#248
Brakeless
Joined: Aug 2007
Posts: 447
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From: Home of the Hyphy....
Bikes: Brew, Felt TK2, Masi Coltello, and Unknown French Frame.
Portland:
Northwest Cycles (Old Name cant remember the new) NW
21st & Lovejoy (i think)
They use to have the best prices, knowledge, owners, employees in town. But they closed down and were bought by some bike shop. Ill miss them. Two mechanics still work there and theyre great, but now the store has some of the highest prices in town. Sigh.
Veloshop: SW
Burnside and 10th (Maybe?)
Ask for Molly
Carries all HIGH END road, track, and cyclocross gear. I alwasy have a good time when i go. Others have different opinions. I guess you just cant ask stupid questions.
Veloce: SE
Hawthorne and 30something.
Ask for Dimitri
Very very knowledgeable about bicycles. People are always coming in with highend and rare consignment bikes. This is where i picked up my Brew. His wheel builder is best in town (My Opinion). And Dimitri is always down to sit and talk to your for a couple minutes and troubleshoot or show you a thing or two.
City Bikes 7th & Ankeny: SE
Lots of used frames. Its a co-op so half the people know what theyre doing. This store is the one that carries all new parts. Very affordable.
City Bikes 20th & Ankeny: SE
Great back room with lots of used parts. ALways great finds. Used Dura-Ace everywhere. Ouzo Carbon forks still hanging (from when i sold it to them) My personal favorite shop for building friends conversions, ss, fixies, and everything else. Lots of wheels, baskets, bags, etc.. basically everything.
The Recyclery: SE
Madison & 13th (ithink)
Ask for Robbie. Only go here if you know what you need and know what your doing. Seriously. Great guys. Very down the for bike community. During the summer they throw a "Recyclery Swap Meet" once a month. So thats like three times haha. Very cheap to join "$10 fee to reserve a spot" Free to public. Tons of deals. Yet i was the only with high end track components when i went.
River City Bicycles: SE
MLK & Something (next to the Shell)
Probably the biggest and most expensive bike shop in town. They carry everything you need. EXCEPT track. Only new bikes and new components.
Seven Corners: SE
20th & Powell (i THink)
I dont go here that often but this guy is so down to earth its crazy. And i hear nothing but good reviews about him.
Best Spot to talk to messengers and get deals through them:
Stumptown: SW 3rd and ..... Haha something...
People say the messengers are *******s stuck up and this that. Its a lie i never get that. Maybe it because i talk enough **** back and have a bike that is just as sick as theirs. But if you want to sell something or look for something w/o the help of Craigslist this is the spot.
Theres many many more stores in PDX but these are my top choices. There is another shop in downtown that carries so much track **** youd die. But they dont know how to treat people so i dont go anymore. Such a shame too because id probably be dead broke with a Nagasaw njs to a tee.
Northwest Cycles (Old Name cant remember the new) NW
21st & Lovejoy (i think)
They use to have the best prices, knowledge, owners, employees in town. But they closed down and were bought by some bike shop. Ill miss them. Two mechanics still work there and theyre great, but now the store has some of the highest prices in town. Sigh.
Veloshop: SW
Burnside and 10th (Maybe?)
Ask for Molly
Carries all HIGH END road, track, and cyclocross gear. I alwasy have a good time when i go. Others have different opinions. I guess you just cant ask stupid questions.
Veloce: SE
Hawthorne and 30something.
Ask for Dimitri
Very very knowledgeable about bicycles. People are always coming in with highend and rare consignment bikes. This is where i picked up my Brew. His wheel builder is best in town (My Opinion). And Dimitri is always down to sit and talk to your for a couple minutes and troubleshoot or show you a thing or two.
City Bikes 7th & Ankeny: SE
Lots of used frames. Its a co-op so half the people know what theyre doing. This store is the one that carries all new parts. Very affordable.
City Bikes 20th & Ankeny: SE
Great back room with lots of used parts. ALways great finds. Used Dura-Ace everywhere. Ouzo Carbon forks still hanging (from when i sold it to them) My personal favorite shop for building friends conversions, ss, fixies, and everything else. Lots of wheels, baskets, bags, etc.. basically everything.
The Recyclery: SE
Madison & 13th (ithink)
Ask for Robbie. Only go here if you know what you need and know what your doing. Seriously. Great guys. Very down the for bike community. During the summer they throw a "Recyclery Swap Meet" once a month. So thats like three times haha. Very cheap to join "$10 fee to reserve a spot" Free to public. Tons of deals. Yet i was the only with high end track components when i went.
River City Bicycles: SE
MLK & Something (next to the Shell)
Probably the biggest and most expensive bike shop in town. They carry everything you need. EXCEPT track. Only new bikes and new components.
Seven Corners: SE
20th & Powell (i THink)
I dont go here that often but this guy is so down to earth its crazy. And i hear nothing but good reviews about him.
Best Spot to talk to messengers and get deals through them:
Stumptown: SW 3rd and ..... Haha something...
People say the messengers are *******s stuck up and this that. Its a lie i never get that. Maybe it because i talk enough **** back and have a bike that is just as sick as theirs. But if you want to sell something or look for something w/o the help of Craigslist this is the spot.
Theres many many more stores in PDX but these are my top choices. There is another shop in downtown that carries so much track **** youd die. But they dont know how to treat people so i dont go anymore. Such a shame too because id probably be dead broke with a Nagasaw njs to a tee.
Last edited by Legalize It; 11-28-07 at 03:58 PM.
01-06-08 | 10:55 PM
#249
Corsair
Joined: Jul 2004
Posts: 247
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From: Santa Cruz, CA
I didn't see anyone mention anything about Santa Cruz yet.
One great store for fixed riders is The Bicycle Shop of Santa Cruz, on Mission St.
They buy a ton of used road frames and convert them, making them fairly sexy. Moreover, they keep the prices reasonable.
In addition to built bikes they have just about every component you would need if you already had a frame.
Pretty nice people to boot.
One great store for fixed riders is The Bicycle Shop of Santa Cruz, on Mission St.
They buy a ton of used road frames and convert them, making them fairly sexy. Moreover, they keep the prices reasonable.
In addition to built bikes they have just about every component you would need if you already had a frame.
Pretty nice people to boot.
01-06-08 | 11:26 PM
#250
Newbie
Joined: Jan 2008
Posts: 4
Likes: 0
For East Bay bike shops
www.wheelgirl.com - Probably me and my brothers favorite shop at the moment. Super friendly, in the back of an olive oil shop, they have a decent amount of stuff and as far as I can tell will order whatever you want for you. They aren't specifically for fixies or single speed or whatever, but as far as I can tell they work mainly on that stuff. But I've seen em working on clunky mountain bikes and stuff too.
Missing Link is a nice co-op. Or at least they always help me for little to no money with all my dumb problems. I've dropped in twice when their co op is full of bikes and they just helped me out for basically nothing.
www.wheelgirl.com - Probably me and my brothers favorite shop at the moment. Super friendly, in the back of an olive oil shop, they have a decent amount of stuff and as far as I can tell will order whatever you want for you. They aren't specifically for fixies or single speed or whatever, but as far as I can tell they work mainly on that stuff. But I've seen em working on clunky mountain bikes and stuff too.
Missing Link is a nice co-op. Or at least they always help me for little to no money with all my dumb problems. I've dropped in twice when their co op is full of bikes and they just helped me out for basically nothing.