Turned my bike over to James for a tuneup and whatever else he felt needed attention. Got it back quickly and literally running like new. And the price was great! I'm an average rider so I'll never be able to take advantage of the pro services they offer here, but if I WERE a pro then I know I'd have found the perfect shop for me. As it is, I'm just a regular bike owner who is thrilled to have found a pleasant, reliable, trustworthy, and affordable partner in keeping my bike in great shape. Thank you! read more

First time using Andrew's mobile shop. He arrived on-time, delivered before schedule, and carefully reviewed what was accomplished. As another reviewer wrote, you almost hope for a repair so you can experience this bliss. read more

Sure, Jalapeño does great work. But their service is what really stands out. They are so nice, responsive and professional. A pleasure to work with. Sometimes I almost *hope* my bike will break down so I get the chance to hire them :) read more

Amazing fit experience. I came in with my bike and Kathryn spent 2 hours with me going over everything including cleat positioning, saddle height, and bar position. She even helped me with some of my mechanics. I went out for 90 miles the next two days and had the best pain in the butt(glutes). Prior to seeing her I only ever felt my quads, but after the session and adjustments I now am engaging my glutes and quads and see a big difference in my ability to push longer. I plan to look into some of the classes they have online and then this winter will be planning to get some coaching as well. They were super friendly and helpful. I will be back for sure. read more

Amazing, impressive service and work! I had been looking for a vintage Pashley Princess for years. Finally, I located one--in Texas! After it shipped to New Jersey, I looked around for a reputable bicycle shop to put my baby together. I called Jalapeno Cycling worked with Andrew. Very professional communication. He got back to my calls and messages right away. The estimated time for repair and pick up date were also right on the money; I knew exactly when my bike would be ready for pick up. I did not have to wait. As he discovered new issues to be resolved with this old bike, he frequently sent photos via text and asked questions BEFORE making repairs. He not only reassembled the whole bicycle FROM PARTS (!), he repaired the dynamo, fixed up the tires, and suggested a more appropriate bell (as the one on the bike was added on much later and didn't look quite right). He even touched up scratches in the vintage enamel! Who does that?! Jalapeno Cycles, that's who! Superstar of bicycle repair and service. Plus, he has the most adorable and gentle golden retriever. :) read more

Needed my wheel fixed and Jalapeno was a great solution. Called, brought it in same day and it was done within a week during a very busy time. Helped me with reinstalling it too. Cost was exactly what they quoted. Great experience. Jeff West Orange read more

Kathryn and Andrew were so wonderful in handling my request to take some weight off my clunky tour bike. They are so approachable and knowledgeable unlike shops in the big city where bike mechanics/salespeople expect that you have some advanced knowledge about bike maintenance and bring a strong 'tude. Please please support this wonderful Bloomfield business--Kathryn and Andrew I hope you continue to be a fabric of the community! I will certainly return. read more

Andrew and Katherine were so incredibly helpful and knowledgeable. They gave me honest advice about a bike I brought in and looked out for my best interest over just trying to make a sale. Highly recommend Jalapeno Cycling! read more

Horrible bike fitter. I went there with no numbness to pain. Left with numbness and pain. Got charged a full assessment. Meanwhile I brought my old assessment. Didn't even get lasered on the bike or nothing. As well had a friend that blew his knee out. Do not recommend at all. read more

This place is AWESOME! I just bought a bike from Craigslist and needed some new wheels. Shopped around for a bit and finally decided to do business here when I walked in on a rainy day and was greeted by Andrew (who answered all my questions and we had a rich conversation). The dog is a plus, I mean... I could spend all day in there with the dog. GREAT MARKETING LOL. Had my bike serviced about a week later and met his wife- Katherine. They are both so fun to chat with and my bike is absolutely wonderful with the quick (and affordable) service they offered. Highly recommend!!!! read more

I've only been here once but I had an awesome experience. I iniitally went to Montclair Bikery first since they have been opened longer and had more reviews. On Google Maps, they had very good reviews. But, when I walked in, I kinda' knew that my wallet was going to get hurt. I walked around a bit and walked out. Try Jalapeño first before the other bike stores in the area. It'll just save you time as well as a lot of money. Unlike the other bike stores in the area in which the price makes you wince, this place is reasonable. For adults, a tune costs $40 for a mild one and $80 for a bike that needs one badly. For kids, a tune up is $25 or $45, using the same logic. Montclair Bikery as well as the other places literally charge double that amount. I kid you not. TECHNICAL EXPERIENCE. The owner used to be the editor of a bicycle magazine and appears to do a good deal of racing. His wife who runs the spin classes there, is something like a nationally ranked bike racer. I'm not an expert but I'm assuming that they definitely know what they are doing because they are actual professional racers, rather than just repair people or just hobbyists. RESULTS. The bike I got back rode like a dream. So smooth. But more importantly than that, they did business the right way. Let me explain. When they saw one of the bikes I brought in had really negligible things wrong with it, the owner actually took $10 off the minimum charge of the $40 tune up. Now, that's morally right business. The way I think everyone should be doing business. It's about doing the right thing and that's the type of people I love. You know you won't get cheated. It also tells me that they don't do this for the money; they do it because they love biking and people. Even though I was running late and called in to say if it would be ok to get there about 10 minutes after closing time, he cheerfully responded by saying it wasn't a big deal and to take my time. I can tell you that a lot of places will wait but they respond with this annoyed sound on the other line. Finally, I'm not the most extrovert guy but he's just such a happy fellow that I felt relaxed and I was soon talking up a storm. Talking about each other's day. He's a really good guy. Jalapeño are technical experts on biking, they charge very fair prices, and they are absolutely cheerful and make you feel happy. What more can you ask for? read more

Andrew and Kate are the dynamic duo! The bike repair that Andrew does is fast and reliable and makes your bike safe for use.Kate is a top notch instructor she will push you to limits that you did not think you could achieve. Best place bike should and a real cycling studio with people that enjoy cycling on the road. read more

Great local cycle shop specializing in specialty bikes but also repairs and tune ups for other wheeled items. I took my bike there for a tune-up and will bring my husband's bike in for new tires. The owners are very friendly and helpful. Today I brought my stroller in to have the tires pumped up and they pumped them for free and were so friendly. read more

From the moment I called to inquire about a bike repair service, Jalapeño's customer service was top notch. I am originally from Brooklyn and bike shops were a dime a dozen. In my current area, it's hard finding a bike shop that's walking distance. I ran a quick search one day before I decided to go to my usual bike spot (two towns over). It's safe to say I was excited to see Jalapeño come up on my gmaps! This small, clean, yet up to date shop is ran by Andrew and Kathryn. Both were very warm and welcoming and their dog was the same. In fact, I brought my pup over the following day. In regards to price, the repairs and packages are fair. My service was a full Body bike tune. It was completed the very next day. Honestly a great experience overall. You truly see Andrew and Kathryn ' s love for the cyclist lifestyle! read more

Incredibly knowledgeable and friendly couple that run this shop. Prices are reasonable and their service is top notch. Brought my road bike to them after another bike shop messed it up, and now it rides better than ever! best bike shop in the area! read more

Sweet, first review!!!! So, I'm tough on shops. There are things that I expect and if you've read any of my other bike shop reviews you know that my experiences have not been good. I have not had a shop to call my "home" since the mid-80's. I've been all over this state and have been disappointing for one reason or another. I first met Andrew and Kathryn through cyclocross and VonHof Cycles. I felt comfortable around these very open and honest people. When they opened the shop in Bloomfield I had to give it a go. I dropped off my BMC for an overhaul. Andrew was up front with what he saw and the costs. There was constant communication for the week that the bike was in the shop (my doing, I could have gotten it much earlier). When I picked it up we hung out and chatted for a while. I really felt comfortable just hanging out and talking bike. I missed this personal experience that just doesn't come with the other shops I've been to. They all want you in and out, like they're turning over tables at a restaurant. My first ride was on the trainer. The bike was dead quiet and shifted very smooth. I wasn't expecting this, but I reserved judgement until I got it on the road. Today I did my usual "hills" ride and I was totally blown away. It was by far the best experience I had on this bike. EVER! It wasn't this good when I bought it and no one has even come close to dialing it in like this. It really re-sparked my joy for road riding. Next is my CX bike and then I'm going to do fittings on both bikes and start remote coaching with Kathryn. This is a no BS shop. I never felt like I was misguided or there was any hard sell. I am more than happy to drive from Jersey City to Bloomfield to have this type of service. It felt like home. I can't say enough positive things about the experience. AND, there's a shop dog! read more

After our first visit to Jalapeno, it immediately became our go-to bike store. Andrew and Kate are experts in not only bicycles but racing, training, providing local bike routes and so much more. They have a genuine passion for cycling. But above all, they are the nicest shop owners we have ever met. They have been infinitely patient, generous and forth-coming with all of our teen son's cycling questions, bike repairs and equipment needs. Grateful for their services and willingness to assist. read more

Andrew and Kate offer unparalleled service, keeping your bikes dialed in and your body ready to meet the next challenge. In the 7 months Kate has been coaching me, I've seen huge gains in my performance and more importantly I've grown to love biking more. Andrew has provided expert service for our mountain bikes, road bikes and cruisers. Beyond their skills, they are also just wonderful people you should meet. read more

Finally, I have found my go to bike shop! Andrew and Kathryn are a dynamic duo. Kathryn is an excellent bike fitter. She is very thorough and optimizes your fit for performance and comfort. She also provides spin classes that will work for anyone's schedule. Kathryn will coach you through each class and give you encouragement on multiple different skills. Andrew is an honest and competent bike mechanic. It is so refreshing to be able to completely trust your mechanic and know you are not being taken advantage of. I've also had a couple questions while traveling on the road about my bike. Andrew gave me quick feedback and even offered to FaceTime to work through the problem. Both Andrew and Kathryn go above and beyond! You will be a regular with this shop after one visit. read more

They did a fantastic job putting my Motobecane together for a very reasonable price. Highly recommended!