I went there to get a fitting due to pain in lower back and neck. I received great service with a lot of information to better understand my problem. Love that he carries Bianchi so he knows my bike. read more

Hypercat is my go to bike shop in the area. As someone who enjoys doing most of their own bike maintenance, I have had other bike shops give me the "thats tough for a home mechanic, you should just bring it in." I have purchased parts and consumables there a couple times and Phil has always been happy to discuss what I am working on and give advice when I asked. Never had them try to push a service, part, or tool on me. The shop hours have not been an issue for me, but I could see where they would be for a lot of people. This place is a 10/10 for me though. read more

Nothing like a tuneup from Hypercat! My bike purred today on my ride. Great shop and excellent service.

Had a bike fitting - very glad I did. I learned a lot and my bike is great to ride....

One man shop with a truly talented bike mechanic at the helm. Would highly recommend Hypercat!

Hypercat Cycleworks is the best. I have only worked with Phil so far, but I can say without a doubt, he is the best around. He fit me perfectly to my road bike, is always so kind to talk to and takes the time to answer all my questions. Thanks Phil and thanks Hypercat Cycleworks you guys do amazing work. read more

Everyone think's they are mechanically inclined to get a used bike and fix it themselves. Hahaha... yeah, no. That all comes with experience. Doesn't matter if you have surgeon or mechanic hands. Phil at Hypercat has plenty of both. Man has been in the game for a while and super knowledgeable and kind enough to share information to us plebians. In me and my friend group, we all picked up cycling and thought no big deal, we work on cars and youtube is there. We got this. Um, sort of. Little things are no problem. On the other end, some stuff that seem like a little thing becomes big problem. When we bring our problem to Phil, he fixes that issue with ease and explains to us what you should look for. He isn't only fixing our bike, he is educating us. He even mentioned he wants to bring back classes once covid is done. This guy so humble, he is willing to teach people how to fix or build your bike when that is something he could easily not do and make money off a customer. I picked up a used franken bike that road fine but needed some work. Quickly turned into needing a lot of work after going for a couple of rides. Bike was fixed while retaining the same parts (hooray Campy for rebuildable shifters!) and went out and did 85 miles the next ride. Do yourself a favor and visit this shop. Get stoked and walk out learning something new. I'll be back to further support this business! read more

Hypercat Cycleworks - Newly recabled, fixed shifter, new seat with Phil's recommendation! Put over 500 miles on this since - Bikes Near Me - Ventura, California

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I drive from Tarzana to Ventura for Phil. He's a very special guy, great heart, totally honest, and highly skilled. He spends as much time as you need. He loves his work. His wife is a former pro athlete. He's an athlete. A perfect combination! I am a triathlete with several bikes and today I'm here with a friends bike. I pass many shops to get here and I do it with joy. I can't say enough about Hyoercat! Thank you Phil! read more

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This review is for service done in 2021 (after more recently getting service at a nearby shop...check my other reviews so it doesn't look like I'm just pushing another shop). Service at Hypercat was friendly and professional. I took in my low end Specialized mountain bike and two issues I had was a bled out rear brake line and rear derailleur not shifting on the larger cogs. He said he did the best he could on both but the brake lever was practically touching the grip to slow the rear wheel, and the lower gears were still not working properly. But I was able to ride it and the bike was safe. However over this past weekend I experienced the same friendly/professional service at a different shop, but they were able to perfectly fix both issues, and for the same price as Hypercat they also replaced the chain. I'm not sure why the fixes were passable but poor...perhaps it was a reflection of riding the bottom shelf Specialized (MSRP just under $800) with cheaper components. So you may get better results than me with more respectable equipment, I know how highly rated this shop is. Good luck! read more

My search to find a reputable bike fitter brought me to Hypercat Cycleworks, where the amazingly talented owner, Phil, confirmed my suspicion that the bike I'd been riding for several years was simply too small. A deeper discussion about my riding and what I wanted in a bike led to my decision to purchase a bike from the shop. With bikes flying off the racks during these COVID days, many models, particularly in the price range I was looking at, were very difficult to get. To say that Phil went the extra mile to satisfy this one customer would be an understatement. The first two models we decided on were out of stock in the warehouses by the time the orders were placed. In the end, Phil ordered a higher-end model for me, then customized the components to match my budget. Who does that?! I'm happy to say I now have a one-of-a-kind bike I love, and I've found a new favorite bike shop. Customer service still exists, and you can find it at Hypercat Cycleworks. read more

Hypercat Cycleworks - My Custom Bianchi Impulso - Bikes Near Me - Ventura, California

Hypercat installed a new chain and did a tuneup on my Trek bike about 4 weeks ago. For the first time in years my bike actually shifts properly. Sorry Trek, Sorry REI I have found a bike shop that fixes things properly. read more

Phil recently did a component upgrade on my aging Bianchi. Went from 10 speed Shimano to 11 speed Campy. Finding the necessary parts during the current supply shortages was very difficult. Phil worked tirelessly to track down the parts to complete the conversion. During the conversion, Phil also went through parts not being changed out including the hubs, headset, etc and made sure everything was good to go. My bike now shifts so smoothly and I have additional gearing to help with those steep climbs. Phil was recently recognized as the best retail store in the western state area by an industry group. Check out the huge trophy at his shop. I strongly recommend that you patronize his shop. read more

Came here for the first time today for a tube. Phil the owner i believe was there to help me. Friendly and knowledgeable gentleman. Great customer service. Got me good to go quickly. Gave me some tips as well since in new to cycling. I will deffinelty be back for my cycling needs read more

Went to Hypercat Cycleworks yesterday to get a rebuild kit for my tire pump (great price on that by the way) and my wife mentioned the fit issues she was having on one of her bikes. The owner walked us through some changes we could make to improve the fit and explained the use of chamois cream. Bought some chamois cream and made some changes as recommended yesterday. My wife was so happy during our ride this morning! She actually enjoyed riding her cross bike. Thank you for taking the time to help us come up with a solution. read more

Amazing. Friendly fast and efficient! They had the replacement part in stock and fixed my Cervelo within hours. I assumed it would take a week - so I am thrilled !Having just moved to the area, I am so happy to support my local bike shop. read more

To anyone who has been searching for a professional bike tech in Ventura ... your search is over. Phil has been in the industry for decades and knows cycles inside and out. He has some phenomenal high end gear, plus, he is a down to earth, really cool guy! read more

Rachel is a fantastic coach and I am so glad that I partnered with her to help me train for the 2020 Escape from Alcatraz triathlon (which sadly, but understandably, was canceled). She answered all my questions when I was deciding which coach to go with; she designed and shared a detailed training plan which leveraged all the knowledge of modern sports science; she provided weekly, sometimes daily personalized workout encouragement and triathlon tips to her athletes; and she offered helpful info and a positive attitude when the cancellation was announced. I would HIGHLY recommend that any athlete looking to improve their performance in a structured way contact Rachel! I'll be working with her again for my next challenge! read more

I went in to get my first road bike serviced because there was something off with the shifting. Philip is amazing at explaining pretty much every question you have about your bike and is very honest. Price was very good and reasonable, the bike worked perfectly and I loved my service. I then got a new road bike on offer up and took it straight to him so he can check everything out left it on sat got it back on Tuesday and the bike is perfect. Thanks again Philip! read more

Really friendly courteous and helpful. Needed to change and put on my bike I built and I did it in a flash.

I had 2 prior "bike fits" with follow ups at reputable bike shops and although I mentioned I still have back and hamstring pain a few days after my ride they would tweak here and there but never get it right. So I decided to drive out to Ventura as I see Phil is listed as a top category level 4 bike fitter International Bike Fitting Institute (IBFI). Phil tweaked my fit correctly it seems as I can now ride multiple times a week without back pain! I only stop riding because I need a rest day energy wise. Phil, thanks so much for your proper assessment, tips on how to ride properly, and letting me enjoy riding my bike. Would not hesitate to recommend. Don't let the drive hold you back. Swing by the beach afterwards. read more

Philip is always so helpful and quick every time we have taken our bikes to be serviced. I recommend this business to anyone who likes personable service and a fair price. read more

Before I went to Phil for a bike fit, I was deathly afraid of riding my bike. After three years of triathlon training, I still felt ridiculously off-balance, and it scared me to no end to go down hills or turn corners. I avoided riding my bike whenever I could, getting in the bare minimum of training for a race (making the race that much more painful). It took everything in me to drink from my water bottle during a race because I was too afraid to let go of the handlebars. Every time I managed to drag myself out for a ride, I would come home stressed and mentally exhausted, with cramps in my hands and forearms and pain in my lower back. I'm happy to report, that after a couple of hours spent with Phil in a bike fitting, I am now in love with my bike! Narrower handlebars and a few other minor adjustments made a world of difference for me. I went on my first long ride this past weekend, and without even realizing it, I was comfortably riding one-handed and drinking from my water bottle. While I still need some work, my bike handling skills and downhills have improved by leaps and bounds, solely due to the changes in my bike. Guess I'll have to try one of Phil's bike handling clinics everyone else seems to be raving about! In short, with Phil's help, I actually WANT to get on my bike, and I'm really excited to see how my triathlon times improve this season! read more

Coach Rachel is awesome. She's not only an accomplished athlete herself, but she can train athletes at a huge range of experience. I learned about her through my colleague at work who has been a triathlete for years, and started to work with her. For someone who is a total newbie at triathlons, Rachel has been extraordinarily patient and an awesome trainer. While she's really encouraging - she doesn't plant false hope and also has given me excellent guidance on what the next focus is going to be in training. Whether you are on your 15th Ironman, you're just getting started with triathlons, or just want better skills on the bike, running or swimming - Rachel is fantastic. read more

Hypercat Racing is a five star outfit. Coach Rachel helped me get to goal of finishing my first Ironman with a smile on my face. She knows how to balance a full time work schedule, a family, and training all while keeping it fun. Coach Phil helped me get the right bike fit dialed in which improved my comfort and power on my bike. I would highly recommend Hypercat Racing to first time triathlete trying to finish their first event or to the seasoned veteran trying to shave time and finish with a new PR. These guys rock! read more

Phil Casanta, at HR, supported the HITS Championship Tri in Palm Springs. His services, and banter with local customers and participants from outside area are fabulous. If I lived in the area or came upon a race that HR supported, he is worth your time. read more

Hypercat Cycleworks - Bikes Near Me - Ventura, California

Hypercat helped me determine if a potential new bike was a good fit They did a Mechanical rebuild, then made all kinds of micro adjustments that resulted in the best cycling of my career. Proper bike fit fixed two bio-mechanical motions that were leading to injuries, no more pain, more stable, comfortable ride, and more power. read more

Excellent fitting experience. Phil is one of the few in the industry that is using retul, a state of art fitting system. He is honest. He will take as much as time needed for absolute fitting of your bike. I found him in the bayarea through a detailed search and high recommendation that found to be absolutely true. Very reasonably priced. His intention is get you comfortable/fit on your bike first, then making money. He is also very accommodating to address/fix any subsequent request or issues. I hope you will be here in the bayarea when we need you Phil! read more

If your looking to ensure your bike is running smoothly this is the place to go. This is a small business shop that all should patronize. The owner is knowledgeable and very friendly. This establishment is only part time so make sure you check out the site for hours. You could not wish for better customer service. You won't go wrong with this business. Please ware a mask and stay six feet be safe out there for your self and others. read more

My second fitting this year only because I first had one with another shop as I am new to Ventura. As it turns out first fitting a total waste of time and money. Long story short did a fitting and tuneup with Phil and the bike feels a million times better. Literally was going to go back to my old bike as everything seamed easier and more efficient. Not anymore love the fit and feel thank you Phil! read more

This review is based on a phone call. Im from northern california about half hour from san francisco. I had family in Ventura who was coming up north and wanted to have them pick up some gear for me. I called in and got to talk to Rachel who was extremely welcoming and just very easy to talk to. I called about 6-7 other shops to ask about Adamo Saddles and about 90% of those shops seriously acted like they never heard Adamo or ISM but tried to play it off like they did. Although Rachel couldn't do much for me as far as inventory (she did find certain products i wanted WHILE we were talking about triathlons and their journey from here to Ventura and so forth) she told me to shoot an email to Phil. I have yet to hear from Phil as it has only some number of minutes since i sent an email but if they run Hypercat together I can only imagine that he is as nice as her. The 5 stars goes to my chit chat with Rachel She was very sweet and helpful. it was great just chatting it up about the sport of triathlons. 5 stars service. 5 stars personality. 5 stars for just being awesome and down to earth. Thank you Rachel for helping and also just for the nice talk. Good luck with everything. read more

I have been hanging out in bike shops my entire life. Some of my best memories as a kid are hanging with my dad in our local shop and Listening to him talk bikes and life with the shop owners, mechanics, sales folks. A bike shop should provide access to the obvious; quality parts and top notch repair services, but the best shops also provide a window into the culture and community that goes with truly passionate cyclists. Hypercat is exactly that kind of place. The moment you walk in, the collection of obscure bikes decorating the walls reminds You that this place is not just a bike shop; it's a place for bike culture. Phil has an intimate understanding of all facets of the sport and the community surrounding it. His knowledge base is downright mind blowing. His technical abilities are some of the best I have ever seen. And he's honest, fair, and kind. He will chat you up with scientific precision about your builds and repairs, weather it's on your classic steel commuter or your fully dialed carbon race machine. And in the same breathe he would be happy to chat about his kids, fishing, and just life. This is a real bike shop with soul and unmatched service. I recommend hypercat for Every cycling or triathlon related needs you may have. read more

I found Hypercat while searching the web for professional bicycle fitting. There were good things to say here on Yelp, and I liked what their website had to say, as well as Coach Phil's experience and training. I had gotten a bike fit in the past at a local bike shop, which was very inexpensive, and did help a little, but was very, very basic. That was a few years ago, and I was needing to reduce certain cycling pains that I had developed (numb hands, numb toes, occasional knee pain.) I was also keen to improve my efficiency on the bike, if there were any gains to made there. I had already made all the adjustments to my bike to the best of my ability, but it was time for a pro's help. All I can say is that it was worth every penny. Coach Phil is an extremely personable and knowledgeable individual. You can tell that he not only loves what he does, but also has -a lot- of knowledge about bike fit and training. But coupled with his knowledge is an intrinsic "feel" or intuition on what would be best to tailor the bike to you and your goals. As it turns out, all I needed was a slightly shorter stem, wedges for my cleats, and minor saddle adjustments. All of this would have been hit or miss for me to dial-in, as it wasn't far off from where I was. But if there's anything I've learned about bike over the years is that a millimeter or two in either direction often has a huge impact. My first ride up the hill after the fit session was absolutely easier; showing that I was more efficient on the bike. But of course afterwards my leg muscles hurt in places they never had before! Both of these things show that Phil's adjustments had definitely brought more of my leg muscles into play that had previously only been along for the ride. Thanks Phil! Other things worthy of note: Phil has had the opportunity to use a lot of different gear over the years, so he can give lots of good advice on the tech front. Also, if you pay close attention and listen, you'll likely pick-up some good, free training tips! If you're a cyclist, and you're considering what to spend money on for a bicycle component upgrade, for less that what some people spend on a set of handlebars or a seatpost, you can tailor your bike to fit you the best it can, and see real results out on the road. He was also just opening a San Francisco location, so if you're on that side of the bridge, you have no excuses! read more

I worked with Rachel and Phil when they were in the Bay Area. Rachel is a great coach and helped me build up the endurance to tackle the half iron man distance, which I would never have thought I could achieve. It was great to have her support and the resources to make it to the next level. The bike fit I got from Phil helped tremendously. If he was still in the bay, I'd be taking my new bike to him too!! read more

I've had a bike fitting and many parts upgraded on my bike from Phil. I have a serious sciatica problem and biking before the fit would lead to hours of discomfort once the ride was over. Now that I've had everything adjusted, I can get off the bike and I'm pain free. That is the best part about a fit, because Phil puts everything in proper alignment when the ride is over you feel as good as when it began. I have told many friends that their next upgrade should come from Phil in the form of a bike fit, worth every penny! read more

Hypercat racing is an awesome bike shop. Phil and Rachel understand the needs of not only cyclists but athletes of all types. I've had the pleasure of having Phil do fits on three bikes of which one he also built for me. I can say without a doubt that having Phil fit me on my road bikes made a huge difference in comfort and efficiency. My new BH GC Aero TT bike is no exception. He consulted with me prior to making the leap to a TT bike, did a pre-fit to determine what frames would work for my build and then assisted me with the bike build and finally did a fit on the bike. It rides like a dream and I'm plenty comfortable and efficient. I will never ride a bike that hasn't been dialed in by Phil at Hypercat. Highly recommend. read more

I bought my first bike in 1957 and have spent a lot of money over the years on this life time obsession. The money I spent at Hypercat is the best investment I have made on bicycling. The pre purchase bike fitment allowed me to exclude several bikes I was considering and focus on bikes that were the best fit. After the purchase Philip spent several hours ensuring the bike setup was perfect. Do yourself a favor and visit Hypercat prior to any bike purchase. Wayne S read more

Though skeptical at first due to some 'radical' changes--in my opinion, I felt improvements the first ride after the fit. To be fair, I wanted to give some real time and efforts on the bike before assessing and reviewing. In brief, Phil is amazing and I am grateful for how he changed my riding. I've never been so comfortable and power is improving faster. I'm a convert and tell every rider I know to see Phil for a fit. It's been 20 years since I raced alongside the likes of Fignon and Bugno; but, after the fit, I may have to pin on a number again. Thank you! read more

Awesome coaching and awesome fitting. I had spent a couple of years racing triathlons and thought I could improve but I wasn't making any progress. In my last 2 races since Rachel started coaching me, I've beat my PRs (overall and for ever single discipline). Rachel is not only really skilled at knowing what to have me work on, she knows how to adjust my training to bring out the best in me...and she's really encouraging and supportive (not really what I expected from a pro athlete coaching me as an amateur). Phil's bike fitting skills are renowned. Not only does he know bikes (and the whole industry) like the back of his hand, his focus is on making sure you perform well on your bike not selling you a bunch of expensive stuff that won't really give you meaningful improvements. He was able to suggest a couple of inexpensive components that have really made my riding more comfortable, efficient, and fast. Maybe the best thing is that he was able to understand where my body was aching and not feeling comfortable on the bike, make changes, and now I can put in the big mileage again without any pain. He even spent extra time with me helping me understand my bike and making sure it was really set up right (using computers, lazers, and other gadgets to get things perfectly dialed in). I've been fit before, but never by someone who knew so much and had such a sophisticated and scientific approach. I guess this is why so many pros have him fit them. read more

Hypercat Racing is an amazing outfit. My husband and I went to a few of Coach Phil's bike handling and cornering clinics three years ago and it made a HUGE difference when riding these East Bay hills! We were so impressed that when I upgraded to a new bike and was having problems with numbing fingers, we instantly thought of Coach Phil for a fitting. I am so happy with all that he changed! He suggested narrower handle bars and just a few tweaks here and there and it has made a world of difference! Not only do I not feel numbness or pain anymore, I am much faster and more confident because of the fit! He would have spent as much time with me as necessary to make sure everything was perfect. If you have a new bike or are having problems with your old bike, go and see Coach Phil for a fitting! read more

Rachel and Phil are two fantastic coaches and elite athletes. Rachel often represents United States in different international Elite races. I went to Rachel to get a plan in prep for 2010 Escape From Alcatraz triathlon. After an initial face to face meeting, Rachel put a very reasonable plan together. She was often available to answer my questions about the training per my plan level agreements. She always send words and emails of encouragement before any race. She also quickly understood my work is often takes me on road domestically or internationally (Currently 1K status on United airline). After EFA, I continued working with her on a plan which covered following races from July - Oct of 2010 (16 weeks): Treasure Island Sprint Triathlon, Marin Century, Vineman Aquabike, Santa Barbara Triathlon, Big Kahuna Half IM, Levi's King Ridge GranFondo and Nike Women's half marathon. I highly recommend Coach Rachel as a single or multi-sports coach. read more