they are so kind at the bike peddler shop! i walked in shared my story about getting a used spin bike for free, they noticed I am in a wheelchair from an amputation I only have my left leg I was given both the cage for the left foot and the saddle seat for free what kind and outgoing people that work at this shop I'm super grateful and excited to get peddling on my spin bike thank you read more

Bike Peddler - Bikes Near Me - Salem, Oregon

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UPDATE 6/29 -- Hours after I posted my initial review, one of the owners (Kalan) reached out to me by phone. I told him the whole story, and he agreed to buy back my wheels on the basis that they'd sold me the wrong wheels. He told me the shop could build me a custom set of wheels -- a service I didn't know the Peddler offered -- but I'd already ordered another set of sturdier wheels from a Colorado company. When the wheels finally came in, I took them down to the Peddler. Nate swapped out the wheels the same day, taking extra time to re-true both of them. I've been out on two great rides with the new wheels. While the wheels are still settling in, the bike performed wonderfully. Nate also sold me a couple of wider tires for the new wheels, and the tires work just great. Both Kalan and Nate could not have been nicer or more professional in our conversations and dealings. I'm very hopeful that the experience I had with the other employee was just a one-off, and that the Peddler remains a shop that offers great customer service. ======= After two decades as a loyal customer, I'm sad to say the Bike Peddler no longer stands by what it sells. Last June, I purchased a set of Shimano wheels from the shop. In May, after a total 12 rides, both a spoke and the hub nut on the rear wheel broke during a short Salem Bicycle Club ride. I was astonished, and asked if the wheels were warrantied. The clerk said he'd check. They later informed me that the wheel's warranty didn't apply because it was a "wear-and-tear" break -- even though I'd barely ridden on the wheels. I expressed my dismay, and the clerk shrugged. I told him I'd been loyal to the store for years, and he replied that he couldn't tell me where to take my business. I was truly shocked at his rudeness and lack of professionalism. I've shopped there for years, purchasing items I could have gotten much cheaper elsewhere -- shoes, helmets, bib shorts -- because the Peddler always treated me and my wife like family. I've also recommended the Peddler to many friends, because I could count on the shop to provide them great service and support. It breaks my heart to report that the shop now operates on the motto "Buyer Beware," and seems to have little concern for its customers. read more

My partner and I needed to get her parent's bikes tuned up so we could start using them ourselves. Parking is difficult downtown but they have a couple of dedicated spaces in the lot just south of their location. The woman who helped me was knowledgeable, friendly, and fast. She threw one bike up on a rack and checked it out, cleaned it off a little, and said it was just fine and needed nothing done to it. No charge for that or her time. The other bike needed new tires, new wires/hoses/? (I'm not a bike guy, sorry) and a tune up all around. She offered two choices of tires, one less expensive than the other, and recommended the more inexpensive option for us, due to our needs. I really appreciate that kind of mentality, since she knew I was not a knowledgeable bike person. They took the bike in and had it for about a week to work on. It was finished earlier than their estimate and it functioned beautifully. The price for service seemed very reasonable, the staff were excellent, and there was an amazing good boi/girl doggie who hung around the shop and made sure I had attention paid to my hand by their head. Definitely the shop we'll be using as we start riding bikes more. read more

Very communicative, took about 20 minutes to adjust the gears and he explained how the 3x9 powertrain works on my 2006 Specialized Roubaix Elite triple. I brought it in because I wanted them to check it out and fix the left shifter from sticking. read more

Super friendly and quickly fixed my bike up. Great local shop that knows their stuff and helpful.

I came into town for the Ironman Salem 70.3 two days before the event. The moment I picked up my bike from the transport company I noticed a reoccurring issue with my brake had resurfaced. I rushed to the nearest bike shop and the folks at Bike Peddler quickly assisted me. They couldn't solve my issue immediately and asked if I could leave it overnight. The next morning I quickly got a call from Nate who gave me a very detailed description of my problem and how he was able to spend some extra time fixing the entire brake system. I was so incredibly grateful . I waited until after my successful race to post this review because my bike rode beautifully. Thank you Nate and friends at Bike Peddler . I'll be back and tell all my friends! read more

Went to drop my bike off for a tube up. They were able to help me out on the spot and it cost a lot less than I anticipated

These guys were very easy to deal with for renting a nice bike for a couple of hours to explore Salem. I will definitely use them again next time I'm in town. read more

Just perfect. We rented 2 bikes totally last minute to ride around the trails for an hour. So quick, only one liability waiver and we were off! Cheap too. read more

I had an issue with an e-bike I ordered online, right out of the box. Took it to a shop down the street and they were rude- to the point that I just left, and walked down the street to the Bike Peddler. I was greeted, music was playing, and everyone seemed to be in great spirits. I was told what was wrong with my bike, and they even fixed it a day early. VERY reasonably priced, cheery people. You can tell they care about being a part of the community. Great experience! read more

Really nice people that are friendly and helpful. We rented a couple e-bikes for the afternoon and it was very easy and enjoyable. The bikes seemed to be in great condition and everything worked well and they had comfortable seats for a long leisurely ride. read more

In the midst of the Covid quarantine I wanted to try something new and thought mountain biking should be the next foray of cycling for me. I looked all around Portland for a specific bike and happened to call Bike Peddler on a whim and got to speak to Robyn. She was amazing! Answered all my dumb questions and got me onto a bike that is not what I would have imagined would work for me, but it did! In the two times I was there and hung out on the curb for curbside service, I watched each employee deal with a variety of customers and questions with patience, which is not always the case in a bike shop as you may know. If you are looking for a new bike or anything else bike related, take a trip to Salem and give Bike Peddler your business. read more

Bike Peddler - Bikes Near Me - Salem, Oregon

I came here for my very first bike and was so thankful to have been helped by Christina. I felt comfortable asking her all of my questions and she was incredibly patient in explaining. I highly recommend coming here! read more

The Bike Peddler offered services to Tour DaVita riders for our ride in Oregon. They charged $55 for receiving/assembling the bike and $35 for disassembling/boxing it up and shipping it back to me (I included a pre-paid FedEx shipping label.) I FedEx'd my bike to Bike Peddler and they assembled it so it was ready for me at the start of the bike tour. After the tour, they picked up the bike, disassembled it, and shipped it back to me. I was very pleased with the customer service. They were well organized and helpful. They were also the first bike shop who shipped my bike back to me exactly how I'd shipped it to them. The last 2 shops I'd worked with completely disassembled my bike - removing the derailleur and other pieces. It was unnecessary and made it difficult to put my bike together when I got it back. Thank you so much, Bike Peddler for being so awesome! read more

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I came in to the empty shop to try an adjust my seat, it takes about a 30 seconds and they tried to charge me a $15 service fee. Complete BS, very disappointed. Santiam down the road was much nicer and they were happy to help. read more

I had work done on our mountain bikes this week. The staff was very knowledgeable, friendly, professional and kind. The price was fair and the work was done in a short time. I will definitely return! read more

Bought an adult tricycle for my autistic son. They ordered the trike and had it built in just a few days. The staff was very friendly and helpful. They even helped me get it in my car which was a huge pain in the neck and I'm sincerely grateful for the help. My son is extremely happy and rides his new trike everyday. My only complaint is for the trike itself. Sun brand and it didn't come cheap at $450. So, I was surprised the handlebar grips were so cheap they keep slipping off and will have to be replaced. :( read more

It took a bit to find where their parking spots are, but once parked, and inside, I was impressed. Not a huge store, but they have everything that you actually needed, and the service was excellent. I'm a small guy, 5'7", and struggle to find men's clothing that fits me. Here, they had plenty of things that were my size. They helped me find a comfortable pair of gloves, from a brand I've never heard of, and never saw at REI/EMS. read more

This place has exactly the parts I needed for my bike and they were open right before the holidays. Super friendly shop and if your lucky KimChee (cutest lil dog ever) will greet you when you come in. I'll for sure be back for my other biking needs in the future! read more

Very friendly customer service. It doesn't get any better than this. If I ever have a bike problem that I can't figure out, or I'm shopping for a bike I'm gonna stop by here first! read more

Took my fiancé's dads bike, that she got from him after he passed away. Was in rough shape. They did maintenance on the bike and gave it a much needed cleaning. My fiancé and I were super happy with the results and the price. Definitely going back. :) read more

Over the last few years, I have gradually become friends with some of these people but to be fair, they were staff first, and I was a customer first, and I was compelled to return. Their staff is knowledgeable, they are helpful without being pushy, and I enjoy stopping by just to look at gear and browse the toys. I feel very good about recommending this bike shop to anyone who has not yet been. After about three years of active riding, I have become a very educated hobbyist. However, I remember clearly being a newbie, and not knowing who to trust. The bike peddler folks were great about earning that trust. Lastly, if you are new to bikes, I would strongly recommend a bike shop and not a big box store. You will pay more, but you will get a bike with longevity, and it will have beet put together by a bike professional. You will also have a sales person that knows what they are doing help you with finding the right bike and answering your questions. read more

I just recently purchased a hybrid commuter style bike up in Portland, but live here in Salem and had to take it back with me. I noticed a slight kink when switching gears, so I brought it into Bike Peddler. What a good choice! I walked in with my bike and was immediately approached by a nice woman with glasses (forgive me, I can't remember her name) and she instantly took my bike back to the racks and started troubleshooting. Within 10 minuets or less my bike was fixed and I was on my way!! It was apparently a minor issue so I didn't pay a dime. Thank you nice lady!!!!! read more

I had them update both my bike & my wife's, after not riding for a while. Used their fit / ergonomics service - excellent aid in choosing update parts. Friendly, helpful employee-owned shop. Highly recommended. read more

My first time into The Bike Peddler. I brought my Bianchi in to have the chain adjusted = $8. Eric had the job almost done before I even finished explaining. He was awesome. Customer service was 5*. I greeted promptly with a smile and all my questioned were answered patiently and thoroughly. They have a really nice large selection of cycling clothes and bike accessories here. I took a peek at some cycling shoes and again Eric answered my questions regarding shoes and peddles. Being a novice cyclist, someone taking the time with patient and thorough answers will win my loyalty. When in Salem and have bike needs I'll definitely be coming back to The Bike Peddler. Also, I was told they are planning to offer some basic bike maintenance classes in the winter. read more

Outstanding customer service! Every time I leave their shop I feel like I cheated them because they provide so much value for your dollar. They have repeatedly helped me fix my kids bikes even though I did not buy them at their store. The Bike Peddler has my business for years to come. read more

The staff was very helpful with repairing our Rad bike. They are not a Rad dealer but do work on E-bikes since they sell the Specialize electric bike. There's a reason that they have been in busy since 74. There prices and service are in line with everyone else maybe a tad cheaper. But the service by far is what I like. read more

Everyone at Bike Peddler has been so helpful and nice. They make you feel so welcome and are very knowledgeable about bikes. They keep caring for my grandsons bike since we bought it there even though he is quite rough on it. read more

I was recently in the store with my 11 year old daughter. She wanted a new bike for her birthday and so I suggested we go look what was available. The sales person was very pleasant and helpful. She pulled out several bikes for my daughter to see and test ride. Eventually she found, "The one!" for her. You can't get this level of customer service and in-depth knowledge at a department store. If you love to ride a bicycle as much as my daughter and I, then you owe it to yourself to visit these people. read more

Nate was professional and very knowledgeable; he helped me find the right bike and got me all set up nice and easy! Will be back!

Knowledgable staff fitted our two-year-old with the right size helmet. Each brand is slightly different and I was overwhelmed with our options. I felt confident in our purchase that the helmet was sized correctly and would not frustrate our child. The staff person also took the time to show our little one how to put the helmet on and manipulate the strap. read more

What can I say about this shop?? The staff was nothing short of outstanding helpful, and thoroughly knew their products. Went to get my old bike repair my son tore up wound up buying a new bike and still getting my old bike fixed. The staff is very friendly more than willing to help and answer all you questions. Highly recommend this place!!!! read more

I was in Salem on business but had some extra time and stopped here just to look around. I was greeted by a very friendly lady. The store was large and seemed well stocked. Other customers coming in seemed well cared for. Of course I found something to buy and the lady who greeted me originally helped with that. Overall I was impressed. read more

Great people here. Have never failed to hook me up with a great deal. A wealth of information as well as awesome customer service. Plan on visiting again and again. Thanks guys read more

This place is awesome! Called all over Portland and could not find a single bike in my size. This place had 3! They apparently make sure to carry sizes for tall men and women. Much appreciated! Also, the staff was friendly and helpful and went above and beyond to get my bike set up to fit me perfectly. Could not be more pleased. Highly recommend!! read more

Such a pleasure to find a business where the sales team doesn't treat folks over 50 like we're non-essential! I'm 66 years old chronologically-45 years old in body and spirit, and instead of having to listen to someone talk louder, slower, and like I'm 10 years old when answering my questions, Tom was like my own son deciding with my partner Julie and I what we did, and might not, need, to renew our love of bike riding. I started it all, people, when I first rode my self-assembled 15-speed from Carson City, up to, and around Lake Tahoe and back in one day in June of 1966. I somehow managed to do this dressed only in Levi cut-offs, black converses (the ONLY kind of tennis shoes in those days dangerously also used for PE, tennis, and everything in-between!) and a stepmother-chosen horrendous horizontally-stripped t-shirt! No spandex and no water bottle anywhere on me or my bike! Doesn't everyone just know that I should be in the G-book of records (won't even try to spell Guin...you know) for living to my current age without helmet, pads, or the latest color coordinated spandex outfit? Anyway, back to the important business of telling you about customer service being alive and well in our own little Salem! Julie and I bought the most awesome bikes and went to lunch while Tom and team of workers with, and without, hair, put together the most amazing combination of beauty and luxury I've ever seen! We left with perfectly tuned bikes, cool helmets and lots of great advice! Best shopping experience EVER! read more

THis is a good bike store if the staff this not being rude and trying to split up the family. I was there 2 adults and 2 kids land we could not go in together because of COVID this is not ok to ask family to split up because you have 2 kids with you. read more

Very friendly and very helpful people!! I've received a lot of good advice here and have bought many bike accessories from this shop. They're very knowledgable. Good selection. Excellent service! :) read more

Very friendly and helpful customer service. I have purchased a few accessories here. If I were buying a Specialized mountain bike it would be from here. Good shop. read more

Knowledgeable, super friendly bike guys at this awesome shop! These are clearly people who love what they do. I came through Salem off the Willamette Scenic Bike Route needing a derailleur adjustment. They took the time to fix it on the spot, and took it out for a test ride when it actually behaved on the bike stand. We picked up some helpful little things while we were there -- great selection. Also gave us great recommendations for beer and food after. Can't recommend them enough! read more