If you drop your bike off for a tune-up this weekend — March 9 or 10 — you’ll receive 10 bucks off! We have several different tune-up levels, and we promise to be super-honest about which one would be of the most value for you. Most people will just need our Standard Tune-Up, which is typically $75. We adjust brakes, gears, and derailleur; perform a minor (on-bike) wheel true; lube and assess chain; check and tighten crank and headset; and wipe down the frame and wheels. If your bike is single-speed, the cost is $50; for trikes and tandems, $100. We also offer a Tune-Up Plus (typically $145 ..read more

We truly believe that a quality bike shop bike can last a lifetime — with proper maintenance! That’s why we recommend a tune-up every season. Brakes Gears/Drivetrain Dust & Gunk Wheels If you ride a lot, plan on starting out in Spring with a fresh tune and possibly a second one end of summer. Good news is that if you bring it in for that possibly-second-one, we’ll for sure tell you if it just needs a couple of smaller adjustments to keep things rolling smoothly. Better safe then sorry. What say you? “But I haven’t ridden all year!” You, dear friend, need a tune-up for sure. Your poor bike ..read more

The very best way to prevent flats is by keeping your tires properly inflated, which we covered in the very first installment of our Service Series. But now you’ve gotta pump your tires up to their proper PSI. If you don’t know how to properly use an air pump, you are not alone. Keep reading for a step-by-step instructional and GET PUMPED! Check your tire pressure Remove the valve cap If you have a Presta Valve, you’ll need to unscrew the valve tip. Gently, just ‘til it’s loose. It’s not supposed to come off all the way. Find the correct hole on the pump for your valve Presta valves will ..read more

Instead of riding around like Deebo, we want to help you make sure you’re selecting a bike that fits you! One issue we’re seeing is that a lot of internet bicycle companies use height to guide customers when selecting a bicycle. We find that inseam (or leg length) is a much more important measurement. Two people of the same height with different inseams (ie long legs/short torso vs. short legs/long torso) can ride different-size frames! The easiest way to make sure your frame is properly sized is to stand over the top bar. You should have about 2 fingers-width between you and the frame. Step ..read more

Don’t let a flat be a ride-ender! Changing a flat isn’t that tough. We’ve created this 3-part series to help you be able to help yourself. Part 1: Know Your Tube Part 2: Basics to Have on Hand (er, Bike) Part 3: Let’s Do the Dang Thing! If you prefer the hands-off model of bicycle maintenance, we got you! A flat change is $12 + cost of the tube (usually $8-10). We can typically do it while you wait or take a stroll on the Riverwalk ..read more

Now that you have the proper-size tube and the necessary tools, we’re going to jump in, get our hands dirty, and Change. That. Flat! First, you’ll need to remove the wheel from the frame. We are actually going to devote an entire blog post soon about wheel removal but, for now, the experts over at Park Tool have a great how-to video HERE. Remove the tire from the wheel. Use tire levers, if necessary. Remove the tube from the tire and set the tire down; pull the tube out of the tire with the valve lined up with the top center of the tire - this will help you locate shrapnel in the tire, if ..read more

If you’re going to fix your own flat, you need to be equipped. Number 1, you need a replacement tube. Our last blog post was all about how to make sure you had the correct size. Then you need some basic tools. Tire levers are mandatory (pictured: Pedro’s $5.25). The middle pic above shows the contents of a basic Park Tool Essential Tool Kit. It’s $27 and includes tire levers, a hex wrench set, a tube patch kit, and tire boots (more on those another day). Comes with a handy-dandy pouch. Multi-tools are also a sound investment. They add other useful tools (like a Phillips head screwdriver) to ..read more

In just 3 short blog posts, we’re gonna show you how to change a flat tire! It’s not that difficult, and it is an invaluable tool for every cyclist to know. First things first, you need to have a spare tube with you when you ride. And you’ll want the right size tube! The very first blog post of our Service Series was about learning the proper inflation of your tube and tire, also known as PSI. The same place where you find your PSI, on the side of the tire, is where you find the size of your tire and tube. The sizes of tubes and tires is waaaay more complicated than it should be. Some are mea ..read more

Introducing an occasional Wheelhouse Blog Series about Service. Our first three installments are all about flat prevention. CHECK IT OUT! Next up: changing a flat, including what basic tools you should be carrying ..read more

What have we learned so far in the exciting journey of flat prevention? First, keep your tires inflated to the proper pressure! Next, while riding, do your best to avoid grit, glass, and other debris! And, if that doesn’t cut it? Upgrade your tires. As with most things in life, better quality tires are going to cost more. We tend to stock tires in all sizes with the thought process of good (least expensive), better (middle of the road), and best ($$$). The best, at the Wheelhouse, are Continental Gatorskins and Gator Hard Shells. The former feature puncture-resistant casing, sidewall protecti ..read more