Shops with great service

[buzzes]

Since moving here seven months ago, we have been to nearly every shop on the shore and many in Vancouver as well.

Our old equipment has needed a lot of up-keep/replacing and our winter gear had seen way too many wet rides.

My point is:

Above all other experiences;

ON TOP BIKE SHOP has ONCE AGAIN provided timely, cost effective and helpful service.

Thanks again guys.

Cheers to BSP for their help too!!

We are really fortunate to have so many pro shops in our new community that regulary save us from missing a ride because of equipment issues.

Who else is really good to deal with?

[Team2K]

Dizzy's on 1st & Lonsdale has always had my back :)

[sanrensho]

Originally posted by buzzes
Since moving here seven months ago, we have been to nearly every shop on the shore and many in Vancouver as well.

Our old equipment has needed a lot of up-keep/replacing and our winter gear had seen way too many wet rides.

My point is:

Above all other experiences;

ON TOP BIKE SHOP has ONCE AGAIN provided timely, cost effective and helpful service.

Thanks again guys.

Cheers to BSP for their help too!!

We are really fortunate to have so many pro shops in our new community that regulary save us from missing a ride because of equipment issues.

Who else is really good to deal with?

Cove has come through for me many times. Dave at North Shore Sports Swap has also helped me with some odd requests and never overcharges.:thepimp:

[XXX_er]

hands down best shop I have ever dealt with is RED Shreds in williamslake,I got frame warranty on my brodie in 2 hrs

they are totally involved in the bike scene,they even let kids work on their own bikes to save money and learn something

[hooli]

i think we're pretty fortunate to have great shops and great mechanics on the shore period

[the flying moose]

Originally posted by XXX_er
hands down best shop I have ever dealt with is RED Shreds in williamslake,I got frame warranty on my brodie in 2 hrs

they are totally involved in the bike scene,they even let kids work on their own bikes to save money and learn something

Red shreds is THE best shop. ive been there twice when i was in Williams Lake and their vibe in there is amazing. ive never seen that vibe in a shop down here. and the guys i talked didnt mind that i only bought a tube, they still chatted with me for almost a half hour. best shop ive been to hands down.

[NS imposter]

JH's has really stepped it up in the last year. Often times their mech's will do free adjustments and comp me small parts. Just my experience, but I've never recieved the same level of service at any other NS shop. Cove is a very, very close 2nd.

Plus, who else puts on a two day street party every year with a dj comp.

[Squampton]

its not on the shore but Tantalus kicks ass

[Zedbra]

Originally posted by Squampton
its not on the shore but Tantalus kicks ass

[~NSP~]

Cove owns hands down. Last time I went to JH's the guy was a total prick and ill never go there again. Sure cove is a bit more expensive, but they have never failed me while JH's has many times.

[conair]

cove is a great shop, they know there stuff, drop by and they will set you staright if uve got problems.

[Rat]

Funny I have freinds who are loyal customers at almost everyshop on the shore. Lots of good options

Im a Dizzy guy myself.

[LOBOTIDULATOR]

i trust overtime

[Nick2468]

so appanrently its ok to "whore" out these shops but once anything is mentioned about aka people start bitching about the guy "whoring" aka and that seems this is all this thread is about

[allex]

Originally posted by Nick2468
so appanrently its ok to "whore" out these shops but once anything is mentioned about aka people start bitching about the guy "whoring" aka and that seems this is all this thread is about

that is because aka should not be whored

[Kye]

it was only a matter of time until someone brought it up again:rolleyes:

[~NSP~]

Im not saying that JH's is bad, hell at JH's u get ur best bang for buck, but at cove its pure quality and reliablility 100% of the time.

[Kye]

Cant We All Just Get Along :???:

[~NSP~]

True dat
:(

[XXX_er]

Originally posted by the flying moose
Red shreds is THE best shop. ive been there twice when i was in Williams Lake and their vibe in there is amazing. ive never seen that vibe in a shop down here. and the guys i talked didnt mind that i only bought a tube, they still chatted with me for almost a half hour. best shop ive been to hands down.

they got about 6k of my money even tho its 250k south and we got 3 bike stores in town.They given me used parts,lent me kayak gear,shipped me stuff by bus and left it up to me to settle up later.

They definatly run on good karma and yes there is a vibe,an energy there eh?

Everyones a bro at Red Shred's

[LadysmithRyders]

Experience Cycling, Hands down, the best shop on VI, in my opinion. I have been to all of the shops courtney and below, I have found that russ hays has the biggest selection but experience has the best service, with AMC and Reckless right behind. Thats my opinion. I havent been to any of the shops on the shore, I went to Maple Ridge Cycles and bought a seat, I gave the guy a 5 or 6 dollar tip and he was like freaking out he was so happy lol.

[buzzes]

On the Island I was treated VERY WELL by Oakbay Bikes in Victoria and also had some fairly good service from the guys at Neverland Cycle on West Saanich.

I really appreciated not being pressured to buy only the most expensive replacement parts or newest frame concept. They helped me keep it economical at a high quality level.

Really great wrenches too.

[switch]

Originally posted by Squampton
its not on the shore but Tantalus kicks ass

My brother went to Squamish to go riding with a friend. He had just gotten his bike fixed up at a Vancouver bike shop, and it was fuxxored worse than when he took it in.

So his friend took him over to Tantalus. They spent almost 1/2 hour on the bike, fixed what was wrong, and refused to take any money for the work. :eek:

[ghostrider]

[QUOTE]Originally posted by LadysmithRyders
[B]Experience Cycling, Hands down, the best shop on VI,

Is that the shop in Duncan? I agree, and I'm from Edmonton! They were totally cool and showed my wife and I the way to get to Mt. Tzouhalen and told us where the cool trails were. Nice guys!

And if I may, the best in Edmonton is Revolution Cycle. Cool people and cool gear.

[Uncle Duke]

i like bitchy old db at the small cove...kelly there does wicked wrenching.

[patrolskid]

gonna take the opportunity to boost the guys at Evolution . i've always had good experiences at all the shops here in whistler , but evolution is the place i wind up at usually . there is a q-beck guy there who really knows his shit .

while i'm at it , i'm gonna send huge thanks to the guys who worked at Garb bike and bean this past summer . i like to do my own wrenching , and those guys were always there with parts , tools , and advice . thanks boys . . . . you did an amazing job , dealing with riders who need their repairs done ASAP . . . . .

[PhotoFyffer]

bike zone in surrey has always been great to me, and evolution in whistler is just incredable. for there work they do and the attatude they have is just so awsome.

[Bryce]

no one said Steed, in fact I never hear anything about them

I liked Pathways when they were around, I guess cuz they put so much back into the community

but Dizzy is my go-to for more complex repairs

[brentomatic]

The Cove is handling my Fifth Element warranty as we speak. They always take care of me in there... Gabe's the man!

Peeler - Pride! :rocker:

[Smoke]

You ready for another round yet, Brent?

[brentomatic]

Originally posted by Smoke
You ready for another round yet, Brent?

Do you want another ass-kicking?

[Hepcat]

You guys are so fucking spoiled it's not even funny. :lol:
The shops on the lower mainland are of such a high caliber, the "worst" shop is in a different league than most "best" shops anywhere else in the world.

The competition for customers on the North Shore is just insane. Everytime I go into a shop I'm amazed that they are trying so hard to outdo the incredibly good service of the other shops.

I do love On Top, those guys are so bizarre. Dan has got some kind of hypnotic Jedi sales pitch. :high:

Dizzy's on Londsdale is a great community hub.

Cove has always given me the best deals of anyone.

Though seems like I buy the bulk of my bike crap from JH, they have everything!

I always put my neighborhood shop, Ambleside Cycles, on the top of my list when I need a part or service.

[switch]

Originally posted by duke
i like bitchy old db at the small cove...kelly there does wicked wrenching.
:werd:

And Carl too.


I miss Naz being there. :cry:

[brentomatic]

Originally posted by switch
:werd:

And Carl too.


I miss Naz being there. :cry:

Naz is a bike-hoser!:rocker:

[mudpuppy]

The best I have come accross lately south of the malahat is Sooke cylces....Lorien is really down to earth and I love the vibe of the shop. Russ Hays has been treating me pretty good and I hear North Park is good too.

[hooli]

Originally posted by Hepcat
I do love On Top, those guys are so bizarre. Dan has got some kind of hypnotic Jedi sales pitch. :high:



no kidding...he almost got me to buy some saint cranks today

must resist the temptation...the force is strong in him:high:

[brentomatic]

Originally posted by hooli
no kidding...he almost got me to buy some saint cranks today

must resist the temptation...the force is strong in him:high:

:lol:

[bunny]

ok. JH really is the bestest ever. :) but all the shore shops are amazing.
and as for dan... i don't know you guys must be total suckers.. his idea of "sales" is too much if you ask me. he was trying to convince me i "needed" a scream. and wouldn't leave it til i rode his. nuts.
he does make yummy salmon though... so it's all good.

[the flying moose]

Originally posted by XXX_er
they got about 6k of my money even tho its 250k south and we got 3 bike stores in town.They given me used parts,lent me kayak gear,shipped me stuff by bus and left it up to me to settle up later.

They definatly run on good karma and yes there is a vibe,an energy there eh?

Everyones a bro at Red Shred's

they dont have that holier than thou vibe ive run across at so many shops in North Van. just because im not a "bro" or dont drop thousands of dollars a time doesnt mean i shouldnt be treated any different.

some of those shops need to have this kind of vibe to make people come in. ive decided that i am going to be buying stuff from red's if i need a part. i go up there quite a few times a year so its not too hard.

ive been blown off by too many shops to wanna spend money there anymore. the only place i will consider going is the new cove because they didnt try and rip me off like they probably could have.

[hooli]

Originally posted by bunny
he was trying to convince me i "needed" a scream. and wouldn't leave it til i rode his nuts.
he does make yummy salmon though... so it's all good.

sorry had to:P

[brentomatic]

Originally posted by the flying moose
the only place i will consider going is the new cove because they didnt try and rip me off like they probably could have.

Gabe!

[Bukkake]

I worked with Kelley at Cove for almost two years before he started working there. He's one of the weirdest guys ever but I wouldn't be half the mechanic I am without his help. I miss working with him more every day.

[ShoreIH]

sarah at west point on tenth avenue:)

[Bukkake]

She be my boss:) She be good shit:)

She gets stressed sometimes when were swamped in summer time but she cares a lot about her customers and she is known throughout the industry for fighting to make sure her customers get taken care of. I feel bad for her cuz she gets a bad rap from a lot people for taking her work so seriously, but she's a good person and I like working for her.

[ShoreIH]

who are you? You work on tenth?

[bikesrfun]

Bicycle CAFE IN THE Loops OWN!

[Bukkake]

Originally posted by ShoreIH
who are you?

[brentomatic]

Originally posted by ShoreIH
who are you? You work on tenth?

Yeah, who are you?

My man Nick in that shop owns ya'll! 8)

[Rampage14]

cables and cogs in kitz

[ShoreIH]

My man Nick in that shop owns ya'll!


nick :clap:

[.243racer]

atomic bikeshop foools!

[drezy]

The Northern here in PG has them ALL beat. You can go downstairs, buy an A-Line, head to the main floor and pick up your hunting or fishing licence, a toaster or a snowblower, then cruise upstairs and go crazy on a dishwasher or a living room set. No shop can beat that. :thepimp:

[ShoreIH]

Originally posted by .243racer
atomic bikeshop foools!

Not too much selection for parts though:( Though steve is such a nice guy, i would never hesitate to hand my bike over to him.

[XXX_er]

Originally posted by drezy
The Northern here in PG has them ALL beat. You can go downstairs, buy an A-Line, head to the main floor and pick up your hunting or fishing licence, a toaster or a snowblower, then cruise upstairs and go crazy on a dishwasher or a living room set. No shop can beat that. :thepimp:

Adam at the Northern is definatley a great wrench/awesome rider

MB has rented a space just up the street and across from Ruins ,they should be in there jan1

good things happening for the scene in PG eh?

[drezy]

Originally posted by XXX_er
Adam at the Northern is definatley a great wrench/awesome rider

MB has rented a space just up the street and across from Ruins ,they should be in there jan1

good things happening for the scene in PG eh? Yeah, Adam is a good guy. Denny has talked about picking up Specialized this year. Something is definately in the works for that shop in the future. For now, they do a great job with what they have down there.

I don't deal with MB much, I guess the competition can't hurt. Besides, there's always Koops if you need a set of biopace rings.;)

[Jaysin]

Koops:lol:

[Islandrider]

For vic: Oak bay bikes by far.
North Van: cove bikes has been real good to me, jh seems ok and dizzy is great. I like the vibe at cove the best.

[Ipecac]

Originally posted by .243racer
atomic bikeshop foools!

Yeah, I second that. Steve's the shizz...

[XXX_er]

Originally posted by drezy
Yeah, Adam is a good guy. Denny has talked about picking up Specialized this year. Something is definately in the works for that shop in the future. For now, they do a great job with what they have down there.

I don't deal with MB much, I guess the competition can't hurt. Besides, there's always Koops if you need a set of biopace rings.;)

I think it will be cool having MB, the northern and Ruins all in one spot

Mcbike should be closing for good on the 15th nov,I hear Rob will be selling bikes out of his empire board shop up on Domano blvd

not only can you get bio-pace at Koops but a good selection of figure skating attire .

I heard Koops picked up Rocky,any truth to that rumor?

[drezy]

Originally posted by XXX_er
not only can you get bio-pace at Koops but a good selection of figure skating attire . I forgot about the figure skating gear. I should pick some up for these winter night rides. Those tights that go their skates would be cool.;)

I have no idea what Rob's up to, I just know he's still planning on carrying some bikes up there. I imagine bikers and skaters in the same shop should be interesting. :argue:

[XXX_er]

oh ya E& I sports is right next door to MB so you can pick up ordance for your moose rifle on the way to the liquor store

you know you really want the the 1 piece suit with the tutu dress

[Late Bloomer]

You guys are so lucky, but at least you realize this.
I've got crap here in W. Seattle - all the decent shops are clear across town from me. I'm glad I can do a majority of my own wrench work or I'd be so screwed.:(

[Bukkake]

Originally posted by brentomatic
My man Nick in that shop owns ya'll! 8)


Too bad he never rides bikes anymore, he's completely lost intrest. :(

[brentomatic]

Originally posted by "Bukkake"
Too bad he never rides bikes anymore, he's completely lost intrest. :(

But, he can fix a bike like the dickens! :grinno:

[bighitbikerNS]

When i was north van this summer i stopped in at dizzy cycle the guys there were great. I was having problems with my front disc so i stopped by before i headed up to seymour. Something had jammed into the calliper and they guy fixed it no problem. I think i was there for like 20-30 minutes and they said i didn't have to worry about paying him, just go out an ride he said, so i did.

[scottvelez]

Originally posted by Bryce
no one said Steed, in fact I never hear anything about them


Probably because they get very few complaints!
Steed is by far, my favorite shop for good service.

I've spent a lot of money at the Cove in the past 'cause it was a kewl place to go, but I could never seem to make a "connection" with the employes there. Everytime I go in, I have to reintroduce myself, remind them that I dropped enough coin to pay their lease payment, etc.
I don't like that.

At Steed Cycles, I'm always treated in a friendly manor, I like the work they do and especially like that fact that they put a lot of effort into making sure my bikes are ready to roll when I need to ride.

[Taylor_P]

i've been to em all, cove, JH, steed, BSP, On Top, Dizzy, Ride On, this list goes on and the best consistent service ive ever had is from 3ride.

[switch]

First time I've heard of 3ride. Where are they located?

[the flying moose]

Originally posted by switch
First time I've heard of 3ride. Where are they located?

unless you have a bmx you wont really need them.

[switch]

Originally posted by the flying moose
unless you have a bmx you wont really need them.

So they sell kids bikes. OK, gotcha. ;)

[umbullit]

The Bike Dr owns you fools:thepimp:
Friday Happy hour, and the best burrito joint ever right next door.
if your ever in missoula, gotta check em out.

[nouseforaname]

the cove helped me out several times this summer. they wrenched my bike back into shape while i hung around stinking and dirty from riding the shore so i could ride back to downtown and still ride next day.
in london you dont get service done while you wait, sometimes not even same day.
JH were cool aswell - and i didnt spend any dough.

everyone in everyshop i went into made me want to spend money cos they were so friendly and helpful. Except Simons on Seymour. I was staying three blocks away but gettting my bike fixed at cove.:???:

[brentomatic]

I like Simon. He takes a little "getting used-to" but he is a nice guy. No comparrison with the Cove or JH though.

[scottvelez]

Originally posted by brentomatic
I like Simon. He takes a little "getting used-to" but he is a nice guy.

He's definitely not a bad guy, but in the whole lower mainland, I bet you could count the number of people who have got used to him on one hand.

[Del]

Originally posted by "Bukkake"
Too bad he never rides bikes anymore, he's completely lost intrest. :(

really? im gonna whoop his ass when i get back

that adam trotter though :love: dreamy!