Services we offer:

Watch/Help/Learn: Our Primary Service

If you utilize the Watch/Help/Learn method to repair your bike, anticipate a discussion about its condition. Engaging in dialogue is an integral aspect of the bike repair process.

You bring valuable insights, including details about its usage history and your aspirations for the bike.

Understanding your bike’s history is one of the factors that make fixing it quicker when you’re present compared to when you’re not.

Our rate for Watch/Help/Learn is $90 per hour.

There are two types of people who choose Watch/Help/Learn:

Those seeking expedited bike repairs.
Those who wish to learn alongside.
Clients mindful of their budget.

Further clarification on which category you might fall into:

1. For those prioritizing swift bike repairs, just call or text ahead, arrive, and within minutes, your bike will be on the repair stand ready for work to commence. This convenience is particularly appreciated during the spring and summer seasons. Many bike shops have turnaround times of a week or more between receiving the bike and returning it.

2. Watch/Help/Learn essentially means “You will be present and actively engaged during your bike repair.” When the objective is for you to learn and retain the information, I ensure to proceed at a slower pace, allowing you to physically participate in the repairs, guiding you through the process, explaining each step, and posing questions to test your comprehension.

3. Often, a bike repair can transition from non-functional to functional in mere moments. This might involve tasks like fixing a flat tire or tube, pinpointing and addressing unusual noises, or simply tightening certain components. When you schedule an appointment for immediate repair with me, you won’t have to wait. I prioritize identifying and resolving the primary issue promptly, moving on to subsequent tasks efficiently. We focus on addressing the most significant problem first, ensuring a timely repair and consequently, a cost-effective service.

More on the Watch/Help/Learn philosophy:

Not only do we provide assistance with understanding the history of your bike, but also help you make decisions during the tune-up process. For example:

Where should we allocate the majority of our time and budget?
Do we require the costly new part?
Taking an active role in repairing your bike can enhance your riding skills.
It’s beneficial to establish a budget for your bike repair beforehand.

Ryan prioritizes fixing the most critical issues first and offers additional services as needed. He is adept at meeting budgetary constraints.

If you’re skeptical about our claims, feel free to check out our Google Reviews. The phrase ‘reasonable prices’ appears frequently, reflecting our commitment to fair pricing policies.

Which brings us to The Obvious:

Ryan wears multiple hats at the shop – he’s both the proprietor and the mechanic:

For example, you might wonder: What is the difference between Upselling and Repairing your Bicycle?

“We really should replace these brake calipers. They are beyond repair.”

Vs.

“You know what would make your bike really sweet? New tires.”

In other words: Is Ryan is grimacing and muttering or smiling and using a sales-y voice?

Point: Ryan will do everything possible to fix your bike at a reasonable cost. You are the customer. He repeats it, to the point of annoyance: He is not the boss. A customer who walks in the door is: The Boss.

Trade-offs: Bicycle Repair Budgeting

Ryan strongly believes that investing money, time, and the right parts into your bike can significantly enhance its usefulness and overall functionality.

Ryan’s Bike Snobbery in Full Effect:

Ryan adamantly dismisses the notion that bikes are expensive, pointing out that the majority of bikes on the road are not. In comparison to cars, boats, or planes, he considers them “crazy cheap” to both acquire and maintain.

He emphasizes that investing some amount of dollars into your bike on a regular basis will ensure it continues to function like the efficient machine it is.

Here are some questions to consider before a tune-up:

Do you plan to use your bike for longer rides or just short trips around the block?
Are you looking for a reliable mode of transportation, racing or recreational purposes?
What is your budget for the tune-up?

There’s a lot to think about, and Ryan will guide you through the process with kindness, asking pointed questions about your bike and its intended uses.

Psyche of Bike Repair said In Lennard Zinn’s Words

Lennard Zinn, prominent author in the realm of bicycle repair and cycling and fellow Boulder resident writes:

“If your shifting is off, your entire ride will be consumed by mis-shifts, disrupting your thought patterns and enjoyment of cycling.”

Cycling is intended to be an enjoyable experience. If it’s not pleasant for you, consider the following:

You are riding too far for the sake of Sisyphean fantasy.
You compete.
Your bike is in disrepair.
You are riding up hills in order for the fun part of riding down the hills.

Watch/Help/Learn

Teaches by Osmosis/Watching and Hands-on Learning

Knowing more about your bike will give you confidence while you ride. Your bike’s overall health will stay better over time because you will learn not to let it get too far out of whack.

The end goal is making you a great bike. You already have the bike. We are going to make it better.

We clean your bike.

We fix your bike.

You will like your bike better.

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By Ryan Kelley