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07-24-2011, 05:53 PM
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So I've got a few bicycles that needs repairing, (busted chain, brakes, tires). I've always taken it to Bike Doctor to fix anything but I'm just wondering if there are other places that service bicycles.
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07-24-2011, 06:02 PM
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Support your LBS. (local bike shop). Whoever is closest, go to them. I use BikeZone in Surrey since it's a block away.
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07-24-2011, 06:26 PM
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Take it to MEC. Local bike shops wait times are horrendous and they charge way more then MEC. Bought a used mountain bike before and needed a brake fluid flush, 2 local bike shop told me to come back in 2 weeks.........MEC took it in the same day and the price was lower too.
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07-24-2011, 06:30 PM
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There is one on Main close to Vera's Burgers. That shop is special, you take your bike there, pay a small price to borrow their tools and those guys there will teach you on how to fix your own bike.!
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07-24-2011, 07:18 PM
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Originally Posted by bubba_g:7522908 Take it to MEC. Local bike shops wait times are horrendous and they charge way more then MEC. Bought a used mountain bike before and needed a brake fluid flush, 2 local bike shop told me to come back in 2 weeks.........MEC took it in the same day and the price was lower too. | X2
I was charged a small fortune for brake service and waited a couple weeks, never again.
I do want to support local shops, yet price and convenience of MEC cannot be beat.
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07-24-2011, 08:44 PM
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Originally Posted by Bahhbeehhaaaa  There is one on Main close to Vera's Burgers. That shop is special, you take your bike there, pay a small price to borrow their tools and those guys there will teach you on how to fix your own bike.! | Our Community Bikes. I used to take mine there when I lived nearby. Costs like $5 an hour or something silly and you use all their tools and get them to help you. They can get really busy though, but they are cool people.
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07-24-2011, 10:52 PM
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you will have to pay a $5 lifetime membership fee if it's your first time there. I'm sure you will like it good selection of bike gear too. Quote:
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07-24-2011, 11:06 PM
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yeah! that's the one! and is great to have someone by your side and give support.!
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07-24-2011, 11:26 PM
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I always take my DH bike to Caps on alexandra rd. Lots of things you can DIY.
Other ones ive visited is Atomic bike shop and the one across from the Porsche dealership forgot what its called
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07-24-2011, 11:43 PM
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I can help you out. I used to be one of the mechanics at the Bike Doctor.
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07-25-2011, 01:49 AM
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Best service I had was at Different Bikes burnaby and Overtime on schoolhouse rd. Overtime maybe a bit busy these days, they have a good cult of loyal customers.
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07-25-2011, 02:25 AM
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Originally Posted by SpartanAir Our Community Bikes. I used to take mine there when I lived nearby. Costs like $5 an hour or something silly and you use all their tools and get them to help you. They can get really busy though, but they are cool people. | I've been there a few times,
Great down to earth people that is not about making the money.
I think its $5-10 hour to borrow the tools and work on the bike yourself, an extra $5 for verbal assistance from an employee and another $5-10 to just get one of them to service the bike for you.
They have like 4-5 bike stands and have new and used parts.
A great place if you want to learn how to fix your own bike.
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07-25-2011, 09:33 PM
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ps. there is a groupon right now... $25 full tune up etc if you're interested.. SwarmJam - Vancouver Metro's Sweet Deals | |
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07-26-2011, 01:53 PM
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I've had good experiences with Edmonds Cycle in bby, although i've never been to MEC.
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