Avoid this shop. My…read moremother brought her scooter in for Tektro brake service -- a brake bleed and caliper replacement that was supposed to be handled under manufacturer warranty (and was paid for by the mfg). Sharp completed the repair and returned the scooter. Within a week, the brakes were failing again. The system clearly had not been bled properly the first time. We brought the scooter back expecting them to correct their own mistake. Instead, when we came to pick it up, they demanded another $150 to finish the repair they failed to do correctly the first time. No phone call. No estimate. No authorization. Just a bill presented at pickup for fixing their own workmanship. For context, I'm not someone who doesn't understand how bike service works. I ran a bike repair shop for 6 years,raced professionally, and bleeding brakes is basic service work. When a shop does a repair incorrectly and the brakes fail within days, a reputable shop fixes the problem. They don't try to charge the customer again. After talking with others in the industry, this experience unfortunately lines up with the shop's reputation. The owner has reportedly lost the ability to carry certain brands over the years because of issues like this. After dealing with them firsthand, that doesn't surprise me. If you want a shop that stands behind its work, communicates before charging you, and doesn't try to bill you for fixing their own mistakes, look somewhere else.

I'm not coming back again after the last talk I had with the staff…read more My Ebike started having loud braking problems while coming to a full stop. Since this bike shop happens to be close by, I walked it on down to have them inspect and or repair the brakes if necessary. After a few minutes discussing the brake problem, the lead technician informed me he will not be taking the bike in due to the Ebike potentially being falsely labeled UL certified. I did not have the keys at the time I walked in to remove the battery. He said too to come back another time when the battery wasn't inside. I've been to other bike shops for similar reasons and not once did they bring this issue up on any other occasion. After doing a brief deep dive into UL's website, I did find the electrical components (Bafang) to GoTrax's Ebike to be indeed accredited. Turning a customer away without attempting to verify the bike's safety isn't good customer service. I personally would never do that to a potential willing to pay customer. Buyer beware, don't come here.

Was in the area and looking for a place to take my dog for an off leash walk and this was it. It…read morewas after some rains, so lots of muddy spots on trails. We did a nice mile and a half loop, perfect length for my small dog. I got parking, but there are not many spots, so that could be an issue. I also didn't see any bathrooms, forcing me to figure out alternatives. Rolling hills, but nothing too bad. Some native plant restoration work was being done and everybody I passed by was polite and pleasant. The trails are very exposed, so I would limit my hiking here to days with more mild weather, but it wasn't busy a really nice change of scenery for me.

In the past few years, I've explored many different entrances to this open space. Surprisingly,…read moremany of the entrances are close to or even on private land, with an easement. For example, the entrances nearby Walnut Avenue are often interspersed among largest estates. Generally, the trails are well marked. But not always. And sometimes trails do not show up on the official Park map. Having said that, this is a delightful Park with tons of interesting trails. In most areas there are no facilities or water, so keep that in mind.

I love visiting the east bay city of Lafayette. There are so many beautiful outdoor trails and the…read moretown itself is adorable. I was looking to get a morning walk in and a family member brought me to this trail which she typically runs. We parked at the community center off of St Mary's road. Just one of many locations that you can catch the trail. Plenty of parking was available. The 7.65 mile trail runs on both sides of St Mary's road through Lafayette and Moraga We decided to cross over to the other side of the street from the community center and walk towards Moraga. The paved trail can be used for biking and horses as well. The trail towards Moraga has quite a bit of inclines and makes for a good workout. I went 2 miles in and turned around at Rheem Blvd for a 4 mile round-trip walk. Beautiful scenery and lots of people walking their dogs.

A paved neighborhood trail that many people use for walking, running, cycling and more. There are…read moresome free parking lots for easy access. Great place for getting away from the cars and busy cities.

I've been with them for over 3 years now, and the entire crew (Carey, Matt, Dave) continued to…read moreimpress me with what they do and how they do it! I take all of my family's bikes to them for service. Most recently I bought a used road bike, and they've basically turned it into a fantastic, fast and smooth riding machine by replacing bearings, installed tubeless tires, adjusted brakes, replaced the handlebars to my specs... all so that I can ride like a bat out of hell! Thank you guys for all that work!

These guys are great! I used to do business with a big name brand in the area but switched to First…read moreMile a couple years ago and never looked back. I take my Santa Cruz and Specialized bikes there for service. I trust their mechanics more they have better customer service, AND their prices are competitive. They are a small business adding a ton of value for the community with not just the shop but all kinds of cool events. Support them!

First let me say that this trail is far from uniform from one part to another. The northern portion…read morenear Concord COULD be scenic if all the encampments and trash was cleared out. This portion, miles 0-4, was recently repaved However there are no restrooms along this section. Miles 4-8 can be very congested with people walking dogs and pushing strollers. Even sections with "pedestrian only access" are largely unused and the multi purpose trail has most of the traffic. Miles 8-14 are not very scenic. Mostly backyards. Lots of cross streets making cycling less enjoyable. Miles 14-20 are more backyards and several more cross streets. There are a few narrow bridges over small creeks. Miles 20-24 are fairly industrial. The trail is much cleaner and better patrolled from Walnut Creek south. North is a totally different story. One park employee told me he thought I was brave to ride on that section of the trail. Not a place for families for sure.

I absolutely adore the Iron Horse Trail. Been walking and running this trail for many years now,…read moreand it's still just as beautiful as the first time that I stepped upon it. The entire trail measures roughly 32 miles one way and stretches from Concord all the way to Pleasanton. I've only been on the Concord/Pleasant Hill/Walnut Creek side, but my dream has always been to traverse the entire trail in increments over time. The trail is a flat paved path that will take you through a plethora of parks, connecting trails, under freeway overpasses, and through a few tunnels. There is always greenery on the trail, no matter what season it is. It's not particularly challenging and there aren't any inclines, but it's perfect for a casual stroll or a long distance run. At any given time, you'll witness people walking their dogs and pushing strollers. Many people train for marathons and long distance running here. It's a wonderful family friendly and community driven trail that feels very safe. What I enjoy most about traversing this trail are the stunning views that I'm graced with every single time that I'm here. This trail has truly exposed me to the beauty of Contra Cost County. So many gorgeous wild flowers and lush vegetation. An ample amount of rampant wildlife. The most beautiful and peaceful community parks. Entrancing Views of the nearby communities. You will get to experience all of this along the Iron Horse Trail. People are so friendly on this trail. You tell get a sense of community here. There are also many bikers that use this trail too. There are several rest benches and doggie pooh pickup stations. You always see a trash can nearby to encourage cleanliness. There are mile markers on the main trail, and a second path that also runs parallel to the main path for most of the duration. It's a great place to clear your mind and to breathe in the fresh local air. Walking down this trail has gotten me through some tough times in the past, and it's filled with so many memories. So grateful to have this local gem practically in my backyard.

I recently came here to buy a few things for my bike and the people working there were very…read moreknowledgeable with new and older mountain bikes. I have a few vintage mountain bikes, and they have been helpful and knowledgeable.

Reserved a bike online and was then told it was going to cost over $200 more than the listing…read moreprice. The front page of the website says they price match but when I pointed out that another local shop has the same bike listed for the original price I was told they won't honor their price match policy for it and then they suggested I go buy that bike instead. Very disappointed in their false advertising and poor customer service. On my way to pick up the other bike from a dealer that actually stands by their listed prices. Edit- The other bike was only 25 miles away. Sounds pretty local to me. They did in fact have it in stock. I reserved and paid online and they even stood by their listed price! Didn't even try to price gouge me or anything! Must be a crazy concept for a shop like yours. Just more excuses from someone running a shoddy business. Buyer beware. If they won't even stand by their listed prices- what else aren't they doing right?

Alhambra Creek Trail - we came back again and had to minus 1 star from our previous review for the…read moreamount of animal droppings along the trail. It attracted a lot of flies, gnats, and mosquitoes. Every few feet, there'll be a swarm of bugs circling. It's a nice trail with a little bit of elevation, but the swarms of bugs made the hike very unpleasant.

Absolute gem! We are so lucky to live minutes away from this incredible park. My husband and I have…read morebeen hiking from Lafayette to Martinez and back for years and the hike never gets old. It is beautiful in all seasons and such a reprieve.

Only two reviews from stellar Elite Yelpers? Must be a well kept secret!…read more Finally got my new bike built and wanted to take a simple Sunday ride. With COVID-19 illnesses rising, I choose an 6:00am start to avoid crowds. Easy parking near John Muir Hospital (thank you, Jennifer N for the tip). Headed south to Alamo for about ten miles. With a new gravel bike, I had the options of riding pavement or hard packed dirt. It wasn't as crowded as the Iron Horse Trail further past Alamo. Just a few runners. Not challenging at all, which is good. It was a relaxing ride with my new toy!

The Ygnacio Canal Trail is one of my favorite walking and running trails in the Walnut Creek area!…read moreLocated in the Ygnacio Valley hills, this trail extends about 7 and a half miles from Citrus Avenue in Walnut Creek to Heather Farms Park. This trail can be accessed from several different residential streets in Walnut Creek and it also intersects the Contra Costa Canal and California Hiking and Riding trails. There are loads of beautiful scenic views and all types of different wildlife present throughout. The trail runs parallel to the Ygnacio canal where you can view the adorable ducks swimming alongside. The trail is easy to moderate, given the rolling hills at the beginning near Citrus ave. The trail passes through a few different parks and golf courses, one of which is the Arbolado Community Park. I sometimes park my car at the park and continue on the trail from Arbolado blvd. I haven't yet been able to finish this trail in one sitting since it is 7 miles long. However, I have traveled along the entire trail to its' end at the beautiful Heather Farms Park. The people on this trail are always super friendly. This trail is shared use, so people walk, run, and ride their bikes. At it's highest point, you will capture the gorgeous views of Walnut Creek and Mount Diablo in the distance. Lime Ridge Open space can also be accessible from the tunnel overpass near Ygnacio Valley Blvd. In the summertime, this trail can be sweltering in areas that aren't shaded. I've seen ducks, squirrels, and even cows roaming around in the hills. If you are looking for a new trail to conquer in the Contra Costa area, add this one to your list!

Very impressed. I rode up on my new bike not really knowing…read moreif they would have time to answer any questions. but they helped me right away and solved my problem.

After my last experience with a different bike shop, I wasn't sure If I should I keep my current E…read morebike going with both the hydraulic brake rotors being the big problem. The efforts from Eddy, Matt, and the whole rest of the team from Big Dave's proved me wrong in a good way! The work done overall was expensive and somewhat inconvenient needing to go back the next day to get the brakes readjusted. However, after going to them on numerous other occasions and receiving good advice and results, I'm giving them five stars. In addition, the repair also spares me from contacting the bike manufacture to get approval for returning the bike. I can't fathom how pricey the shipping alone would be to send the bike back.

Ian is not only a wonderful coach, but a wonderful person as well. He's a patient coach, who's…read morecapable of breaking down complex movements, while making you feel safe. Ian also gives back a ton to the local mountain biking community. Highly recommend him as a mountain bike coach.

Ian Massey is as good as it gets when it comes to a skills coach for mountain biking. He has spent…read moredecades building his philosophy of bike handling and skills coaching and it shows. His approach is counter to what the industry wants to sell you, however, if you look at from a pure physics point of view it just makes sense. One session with Ian and you'll come away with a whole new process for handling technical terrain on your mountain bike. I've been instructed by Ian both in a one on one atmosphere and in a group and every time he delivers. You've got a nice bike... now what?