I had been asking around to my friend circles for spots to sleuth out tarot cards before the…read moreholidays bc I was looking for a gift. I got the usual 'House of Intuition' recs and then stumbled on the fact that Tarot Arts is 2 miles from my house, in unassuming So Pasadena?! It was exactly what I was looking for. I wanted options (they have tons). I wanted artsy decks [them too!] and I wanted small altar candles [they had all the colors except gold and orange. So I'll be back]. They gave me a tour through the shop highlighting sections & foci and offered for me to sit at the center table to check out decks. The majority of decks have a sample pack so you can look at every card. Had a great time. Bought two decks. Will be back. Thanks!

Beware. I experienced the same issue mentioned in another 1-star review…read more I brought my bike in for a simple tire swap, I did not have a flat. I had just purchased new tires because I wanted a different tread, not because anything was wrong. After picking up my bike, my rear tire was flat. I pumped it up and continued my ride, but it went flat again shortly after. I returned to the shop to ask if something may have gone wrong during installation. Instead of taking a look or acknowledging the possibility of an installation issue, they told me my tube was the problem and tried to sell me a replacement. This was frustrating, especially since I had no issues before bringing my bike in. I usually go to REI for service but wanted to support a local bike shop. Unfortunately, this experience did the opposite. The lack of accountability is the main reason I'm writing this review. I ended up going back to REI, where the issue was properly addressed.

I had an incredible experience at Bicycle Pit Stop! Armen was very helpful and knowledgeable with a…read morevery keen eye for details. He is very meticulous and thorough with his work and treated my bike with extreme care. He offers thoughtful suggestions for upgrades and solutions for all problems I had. I would recommend his work to anyone looking to overhaul their bike old or new. My bike came back in amazing condition better than brand new. The location Is tucked away in a safe and secure location inside of a mechanic's shop. I recommend calling or reaching out in advance prior to making you visit as it works similar to an appointment. I was blown away by how immaculate the work he performed was and my bike has never performed better. Please do yourself a favor and stop by if you are passionate about cycling and need a good trustworthy bike mechanic!

Armens attention to detail is second to none. As someone who's fairly new to cycling, he guided me…read morethrough the process of a full assembly and made sure to take care extra care of my bike. If you're looking for quality work and someone who will care for your bike as if it were their own, you've come to the right place!

I've been going to Velo Bicycles for over five years, and I keep coming back because I genuinely…read moretrust them. Their work has always been honest and reliable, and that goes a long way. Most recently, Michael helped me with a repair and was knowledgeable, professional, and easy to work with. Vicktor has helped me in the past as well--he's always been reliable and knows his stuff. Matt has also been great when something needed extra attention and problem‑solving. That consistency and trust are exactly why I've stayed a customer all these years.

The best shop in town by a mile, many many miles. I ride quite often whether in the mountain or on…read morethe road, I only trust velo when it comes to servicing my bikes. The knowledge is unsurpassed. Attention to detail unmatched. You have fun and dirty it up, take it to velo they clean it up.

Humberto made the entire bike-buying experience easy and enjoyable…read more From day one, he was patient, answered every question we had, and never once tried to sell us something we didn't need. His recommendations were always honest and based on what was actually best for us, not on making a sale. That made a huge difference, especially since we were new to road and gravel bikes. When a third-party delivery service failed to complete the delivery, Humberto didn't make excuses or simply point us to someone else. He immediately stepped in, took care of the situation, and personally made sure everything was resolved. We really appreciated the extra effort. If you're looking for someone who is knowledgeable, honest, and genuinely cares about his customers, I highly recommend asking for Humberto at Trek Pasadena.

Visited this store to purchase a mountain bike for my son last week. I gotta say bikes are much…read moremore complex and specialized now than when I was a child. These guys are very good at explaining the differences between each and helping you select the bike that would best fit your goal and type of riding you'd like to do. They have a good variety of Trek bikes with prices ranging from the hundred to several thousands. They also have many accessories to choose from and very friendly service.

Very friendly prompt service. Fair pricing with very knowledgeable staff. Marcus helped me with my…read morevery old bike and he gave me a fair assessment and then when he realized it needed one additional thing he called and texted me before moving forward with the work to make sure I was OK with the additional cost. I would definitely bring my bike back here or recommend this place to anyone

I recently needed a new bracket for my Bontrager light because the last one broke, so I reached out…read moreto Pasadena Cyclery. I had a great conversation with Marcus over the phone, who was very helpful. When I arrived at the shop, I was thrilled to find they had the exact part I needed. Marcus went above and beyond to assist me in selecting the perfect bracket. I truly appreciate the excellent service I received. If you're looking for a bike shop that offers outstanding customer service and a friendly atmosphere, I highly recommend Pasadena Cyclery!

Justin and the staff at around the cycle are the best. I dropped off my ebike for some repairs on a…read moreFriday he told me it would ready on Sunday or Tuesday, I got a text on Saturday letting me know it was ready. Great service and very professional Thanks to everyone at around the cycle for getting me back on the road safely. I highly recommend for all of your bike needs! Chris G

I recently brought a bike to Around the Cycle that I'd bought from a nice couple. It seemed like a…read moregreat find, but as with most random bike purchases, there were a few hidden issues. I initially just needed the seat raised and the handlebars adjusted, but it turned out the chain was incredibly loose, the tubes were probably at least 10 years old, and there were a handful of other things that needed attention. I worked with Joe, who was absolutely fantastic. He was genuinely excited about the bike and eager to help. He even brought me outside, watched how I was riding, and made adjustments on the spot. After that, we brought the bike inside so they could take a closer look and handle the bigger fixes. They really took their time to make sure everything was dialed in perfectly. Joe also noticed I had a women's seat on the bike, which is fine, but as a man it wasn't the best fit. I appreciated that they paid attention to details like that. They were also very mindful of my budget and made sure we didn't overspend while still getting everything safe and road ready. Ben handled the tube replacement and did a great job. It truly felt like a team effort to make sure my bike was not only running well but completely safe. They even threw in a free water bottle holder and installed it because it was hot out! I ended up grabbing the sickest Grateful Dead inspired water bottle and filled up while I was there, the ride home was so much less intense because of that. My family and I have been going to Around the Cycle for years and have bought multiple bikes from them. Every experience has been excellent. It's clear this is a tight knit group that genuinely cares about their customers. This isn't some corporate chain. It's exactly what you'd hope every neighborhood shop would be like. Anytime anyone I know needs anything bike related, I send them to Around the Cycle without hesitation. They're simply the best. Huge shout out to Joe and Ben for the amazing service and going above and beyond. They will have my business for life!

I recommend this bike shop because the people are very nice and informative, another thing about…read morethis business is when I went to go get my bike fixed they worked very quickly.

Called them yesterday to confirm they had a specific frame and wheels. Guy on phone told me they…read morehave them but they'll have to grab them from their warehouse and they'll be ready today at 1pm. Today I go in and said I was there to pick up the frame and they tell me they don't have it but have a different color for me to buy. So I'm like okay that's annoying but I'll buy the specific wheels I also asked for... nope, they told me they didn't have those either. Nice bait and switch!!! Don't waist your time coming here. All the prices are marked up also. Just save yourself some time and money and buy online.

Ryky is our go to bike guy-- this place is the perfect neighborhood bike shop. Every year I take…read moreour bikes here for tune ups and we are always very satisfied customers. Great customer service, hospitality, great turn around times and quality work... Yesterday I dropped in with my son's bike and Ryky hooked it up with a quick fix and saw us right then and there! We absolutely would recommend Ryky and we will continue to come back!

I ride a hybrid for regular commuting and I'm very neglectful about maintaining it, partly bc…read moresometimes I think I'll do it myself and also I didn't really like the bike shop I used to go to that is now closed. I really messed up my derailleur and a few other parts to get my bike rideable again. Ryky was recommended to be by a friend. He did a great job both fixing up my bike and communicating what needed to be done to get it working again, what that would cost, and when it would be done. He's definitely my new go-to, thanks Ryky!