Gary’s Cycle Shop

I still don’t go here and the terrible experience I had there is still vivid in my memory.

Small bike shop that sells mostly Schwinn. Quite a few road bikes, classic bikes, and kids bikes, but no triathlon bikes. This place also does tune ups, and fixes flat tires. They fixed me up, and got me back on the road with a brand new tire. Great speedy service! Im positively sure that i will be back in the future.

Great service and affordable repairs.

I really like this place. I had to have my bike chain replaced and Rich took very good care of me and my bike. In the midst of a busy Spring market my bike was ready in less than 2 days. It rides beautifully and the tires were filled without my having to ask. Checkout was quick and easy and I was on my way. I honestly felt that the main concern of the owners was to take good care of me quickly and efficiently so I could get back on the road where I most love to be. The cost did not even put a tiny dent in my pocket. Thanks Gary’s!

Crammed, cluttered, one man shop. Always helpful and every time I’ve been in he has solved my problem or answered my question. Exactly the kind of local independent store that suits me. Love it.

I crashed my bike and took it to Gary’s because honestly it was the closest place. The guy working there told me my craigslist bike had been rebuilt incorrectly and that the dérailleur it needed was no longer manufactured. I told him I really needed the bike so he told me it might work if he used a different kind and did the work for a very low price, from what I can tell. Unfortunately, considering the overall state of my bike and the fact that it’s just built wrong, the other dérailleur didn’t really work out. When I took it back he offered to make it a fixie for nothing.
Overall I really appreciated that the guy working there (didn’t catch his name but I assume he’s the owner so Gary, I guess) really took his time weighing the options as far as my bike and my very low budget were concerned. He’s very straight-​forward and, from what I can tell, very honest.

Went Here The Other Day, & The Damn Guy Doesn’t Even Acknowledge Me, Just Ask What I Wanted.

I bought my bike there 4 – 5 years ago. Today I popped out of gear and the chain was stuck. They looked at it, put it on the rack, then 10 minutes later was good as new. NO CHARGE! Buy your bikes here and you have friends for life!

I have tried a few bike shops since moving to the area a few years ago but Gary’s has become my favorite.

I got a flat and was far from home. Gary’s Cycle Shop was the closest shop around and I’m very glad it way! I had no money on me and they were happy to repair my tire and allowed me to send a check. They were very kind folks, super friendly and knowledgeable. Although it’s hike from my neighborhood, this is the only place I want to bring my bike to from now on!

I am 35 years old and I’ve never bought a bike from anyplace else! It is a nice and small crowded shop, with all the customer service the big box stores have to offer.

Far from home. Had a flat. Dropped my bike at Gary’s. Ate lunch. Came back. Rode my bike home. Couldn’t have had a better experience.
Unless maybe Gary was Don Cheadle. Then I could go around saying Don Cheadle helped me with my bike once and that was pretty cool. But besides that it was as good as it gets.

This shop is the argument for supporting local business. The shop owner is knowledgeable, friendly, and straight-​forward about any and all costs, products or options. He patiently walked me through the most affordable option for a handlebar upgrade on my road bike, and has sold me more inner tubes than I can count, never balking at changing it out for me on the spot, and even suggesting a heavier duty option which has worked out amazingly, as I haven’t had a flat since (knock on wood).
Sometimes supporting a local business, though admirable, can come at a cost, whether it be less product availability or higher price, but these are non-​issues at this shop. As long as I live within five miles of this place, I will continue to come to Gary’s.

I have been a customer here for a few years and wanted to write a review as I am moving away — because I will miss this shop. Sure, it’s not much to look at, and the business owners are regular folks working hard every day. There are a couple of aspects that make this store stand out:
1. The owners are actually very friendly and knowledgeable. Once you approach them about something, they will go the distance with you. I bought saddle bags during my last visit, and Gary came outside to make sure I attached them correctly (which I hadn’t).
2. Prices are very reasonable on all bikes, parts, accessories, and labor.
3. I called a few places (including those with Groupons) in the spring about a tune-​up. Most places in that neighborhood had a 4 – 8 week wait. Gary’s got my bike tuned up in about a week and it was cheaper than at the other places.
4. They are only open until 6 p.m., which is a bit of a stretch for me to get to after work. A few times I called ahead and they waited for me to get there, even though I was running behind.

I stopped in here a couple weeks ago to get some parts for my bike and the service was great. The owner even attached the parts on the spot at no additional cost. No up-​selling, no attitude, just really great service. I will definitely be back.

Went in to get a tuneup and the owner was a total jag. He couldn’t even be bothered to say hello. Go to Uptown Bikes, they are much friendlier.

SUPER excited to find a great place here– I just moved in to the area. I stopped in the other day to have my seat pole fixed (I’d tried it myself, but being the antithesis of «repair-​handy,» I ended up making things worse) and Gary was fantastic. I’d heard good reviews about this place and it was everything I’d expected it to be– and SUPER fast! I walked out 15 minutes later and was able to bike home.
Knowledgeable, professional, quick, and friendly. I’ll definitely be back for future needs!

Definitely old-​school, low-​key shop like others have said. Rich is friendly, knew my Varsity like the back of his hand — things that you’d only know by doing this stuff since the 60s. You are treated you like a person and never pressured to buy anything.
Only possibly negative point is the claustrophobic affect — the shop is PACKED with gear. They have rearranged recently but you’ll be bumping into bikes. Maybe that’s a sign that they’re just that good ;)

I stopped off by Gary’s again. I needed a bike tool to break the chain off my bike to replace it. I went to two other bike shops in the city before I bought this tool, just because. It was $ 3 cheaper here than anywhere else.
Again. Way to go Gary.

I loved this place. Took in my bike after leaving it in the snow all winter (cough, cough) and gave them free rein. They called the next day to go over the repairs, which came out to about $ 100. No bullshit, no pressure to buy extra parts, just a thorough tune-​up for my vintage bike.
I appreciated the fast tune up and non-​nonsense service here. I will definitely be back!