Finnigans may not be the biggest or the best bicycle shop, nor the fanciest, but it does have…read moreheritage, and is an independent bicycle shop. It's definitely a family based cycles stores, with better pricing than most, and all the things a first time cyclist would need to start. Repairs and services are offered too, but this store strikes me more as a great place for a beginner cyclist to head towards. All the advice and equipment can be offered for anyone finding their cyclist legs. Very much a family oriented store, by which I mean one that provides and accommodates families whom are wishing to cycle or whom wish to have a family member begin cycling. Supportive and the place you'd find mums and dads with the kids. Puncture repairs available here too.

From the owner: Family Bike Shop Since 1903 - Sales, Service & Repairs.read more

Now I've heard some mixed reports about this joint but my experiences have been good…read more The shop stands proud on the corner of the Capital City Bike Trail and Nicholson Street -- a prime spot for a bike shop -- and they fill a large space that used to be a failed chain video store. My dealings with Velo centre around the fact that I and my partner ride what would be accurately described as 'old bangers' and they generally need a bit of work. I've taken our bikes in for minor shit like broken chains and the likes and they've fixed them for free or very little money. The best bit is that they don't pull that 'you really should upgrade' kind of bollocks and they don't strike me as the usual bike shop wankers. Also of note is that they do a discount for RRR subscribers, which I am and ever will be. Any business that does all right by RRR is all right by me yo. They'll also give you a Metcard or replacement bike while yours gets fixed! Sick!

Velo was the first place I visited on the hunt for a new bike last year. The staff there were…read morefriendly and thorough when it came to matching a bike to my size and providing general advice. After a few more days of hunting around Melbourne, I was compelled to return to Velo - they were easily the most generous with their time and knowledge and happy to price-match on a bike i'd seen elsewhere for a little less. I've ridden the bujeezus out of my bike since that day and they've always resolved any issues with minimum fuss. Friendly and insightful staff and a solid range of accessories, plus the location couldn't suit us any better.

I've recently purchased a new bike after my last beautiful red bike was stolen *shakes fist at sky,…read moreloses faith in humanity*. However, upon my first ride I realised something was not quite right... My back brakes were sticking making for a slightly challenging pedal. I rang the distributor of this particular bike and was told it was a two-week wait to get it looked at. TWO WEEKS?! Ain't nobody got time for that. So I set off down Lygon Street, hoping that the friendly fellow at Bikes Please might be able to help. He did. Upon looking at my bike he instantly knew what was wrong and took it into his shed. 10 minutes later he rode back out, pumped up my tires, tweaked a few gears and sent me on my way. "But let me give you money!" I screamed. He would only take $5 off me, saying it was an easy gig and he couldn't possibly charge me anymore. Easy or no, that level of customer service has ensured that I will be a repeat customer to Bikes Please anytime something goes wrong. A general fix-up of your bike will only set you back around $35 regardless. Fast, efficient and friendly are three unbeatable characteristics of any local business. Bravo.

It is no longer a bike shop. It is now a super market. Update your information so others would not…read morego there to look for it.

Staff here are great and very helpful…read more Bike mechanics are good, and no attitude- which is highly unusual for bike mechanics. No hipster vibe, just people who really like bikes. And, they give a 10% Bicycle Victoria discount!

Great range of bikes and we were ready to buy two, shame we couldn't get a single person to help…read moreus. Sales consultants were enjoying lengthy conversations about biking experiences and ignoring real customers looking to buy. We won't be back.

Great business crafting Australian made Billiard Tables. Had my table for 6 years and I love it…read more Very helpful with custom alterations and even staining of the wood. Buy one of these with no regrets. Large range of trampolines too.

From the owner: One of Melbourne's leading suppliers of billiard tables - great prices.read more