I was rebuilding my college son's bike that spent about 18 months in the elements on local campus. It was pretty badly rusted. I have a fair amount of experience on bikes and was trying to save a buck and do it myself since I am not currently working. new chain, tires, tubes, cleaning went well but brakes were heavily corroded. I ordered new ones on-line (mistake #1) I couldn't get several new cantilever brakes to fit on the busses. it was like I have the only 9.7 mm busses in the world on a stock huffy bike. After 5 days of screwing around I stopped by SiC Transit Cycles and talked in repair shop with cool hat "Mark". He took one look at the old part ( he never saw the bike itself) and correctly diagnosed that the brass sleeve of the former brake had broken off and was likely on the pivot buss making it bigger diameter. Told me how to get it off and with some patience it worked! I came back same day and bought a new brake for this bike and a full front/back set for my wife's bike (next project). Worked really well! This is my new Excellent Adventure Bike Shop and am planning to get all my parts (and advice) from them going forward. Maybe when I can get back to work I'll get a new bike from them . .. EXCELLENT SHOP and I highly recommend this team! Mark is Awsome! read more

So searching the web and typing Vintage Bikes Ann Arbor you will be quickly taken to Sic Transit Cycles. I started my morning with meeting the morning crew who were wheeling out the classic bikes for sale; both vintage and new. Super Knowledgeable and just flat out DOWN TO EARTH!!!! I found a road bike which fit my needs and was well within my price range. I left with a vintage bike mechanically sound for riding miles in the future. While the sun continued to brighten the neighborhood began to ride up for service. They handled all of there needs. They must have flipped a dozen bikes in the short time I was there. The chaos of the intersection and parking lot guidance provided by the barber next door was worth it just in itself. Thank you guys....It wont be my last time there!!! Corey C read more

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I was delighted to find this gem of a shop after moving from out-of-state. They are now my go-to local bike shop and I cannot recommend them more highly. If you are in the market for a new bike, or need to maintain an old steed, this is the place to go. None of the big-box bike shop BS and all of the know how. read more

What a great local business. I brought my uncool sturdy bike in for a full points-and-plugs tune-up and was willing to pay the $69. But when I picked it up, they told me the bike was in such great all-round shape, that it just needed the $30 checkup. Who DOES that? :) Happy to spread the word. read more

Went in looking for a new bike and they found the perfect one for me. I recommend this place

Merely in need of some spokes (or so I thought) I came in to Sic Transit with my bike, the back wheel of which I was planning to rebuild. Aaron was the mechanic that I saw upon first walking in and he instantly offered me advice on what to do as far as rebuilding the wheel. That advice? Keep the old wheel, get a new rim and build an entirely new wheel. I hesitantly agreed (I would be losing some nostalgia from this bike by getting a new rim), and Aaron offered to go back to his place and get a rim he thought would work (first sign of the wonderful customer service I experienced here). Long story short, I ended up deciding to use my old rim (me being stubborn, mostly) and Aaron still agreed to help me with this, despite the trouble it might give me. He then proceeded to let me use a spoke wrench and their truing stand to work on the wheel myself, and when I had questions any of the mechanics were more than happy to help me with anything I needed help with. Aaron ended up helping me find the right spokes, figuring out what kind wheel lacing I needed to do and how I would tension/true the wheel (the guys ended up letting me use their truing stand a few days later to get the wheel true after I laced/tensioned). I'm not sure I would have been able to get through my first wheel build without the patience and knowledge of the mechanics here at Sic Transit. I am extremely impressed with the friendliness and openness of these guys, too. Even from what I noticed while quietly observing (from the corner while working on my wheel) other customers coming into the shop for various needs, every single customer was happily helped, talked to and well cared for by the mechanics. Just the other day I happened to need a new chain, so I brought the bike into the shop. One of the mechanics (can't remember his name) gave me many options, one to either buy a chain tool and replace the chain myself, have him fix it, etc. I ended up having him fix it and he not only did a really nice job with the chain but we also had a nice conversation about bikes. These guys not only have an incredible love for bikes but they care equally about those riding the bikes. Without a doubt I will be returning to the shop with any bike needs, and I have no hesitation whatsoever recommending the shop to any of my friends. read more

As far as I'm concerned, this is the only real bike shop in Ann Arbor. If you REALLY ride bikes --if you're a daily rider, a commuter, a single-speed enthusiast, if you do bike touring, are stoked on vintage or rare steel frames, etc -- this is definitely your shop. That said, if you just need something affordable for getting to class, this is also your shop. They build up used frames for a good price. The dudes know their stuff and are easy to talk to and learn from. If you are someone who wants to spend $2-3k on a 19 lbs road bike that will sit in your garage 360 days out of the year, there are other shops for you in town. Have fun dealing with the attitude at those shops. read more

These guys are LOSERS. I brought in a bike that was drivable except for a slipping chain. What they returned to me was an undrivable mess with brakes that didn't work, a fender that was rubbing terribly, and a shifter that wouldnt shift. their excuse was "sorry we dont have time to do performance tuning today"... This was not about performance tuning - this was about being able to ride my bike at all! It wasn't until I told them I wouldnt pay until it was fixed and demanded tools to fix it on the spot that they tried to rectify the situation - begrudgingly. Honestly I'm not a bike tech, but I do better work than these yahoos. Seriously - look at their site - They dont seem to take bike repair seriously - they are a bunch of fruitcakes. How do they stay in business? If you go here, you deserve what you get - consider yourself warned! read more

I can't say enough about this place. I came in on a Tuesday, not knowing they were closed, and the gentleman who just happened to be in the shop took time out of his day to look over the bike, give me a quote for a single-speed conversion, and offer some tips if I decided to do it myself. Ultimately I opted to have them take care of it, and I'm sure glad I did. Not only was the final product exactly what I wanted, but they got it done faster than they originally said, and even under the quoted price. On top of that, all the dudes at the shop were extremely nice, detail-oriented, and obviously very knowledgeable. I was happy to see it packed with customers when I came to pick my bike up. Places like Sic Transit Cycles are the exemplar of a well-run local business. read more

My first time owning a nice bike and very glad I took it to Sic Transit - I got fantastic service, done on time at a fair price, but patient answers and helpful advice for this newbie were just as valuable. read more

I stopped in yesterday after test riding a few bikes elsewhere. After explaining my needs, Jess let me test ride an All-City Space Horse. The shop is located near a path that is perfect for a test ride. After returning, I knew it was the right bike. Jess is a bike fit expert (operating a fit studio upstairs) so I was confident I was buying the right size bike. Every other employee (and owner) I encountered was pleasant and helpful. Great shop and I'm happy with my purchase (zero buyers' remorse!). read more

They repaired a flat tire for me during the coronavirus, when most other bike shops were closed. They observed an abundance of self-distancing--I left the bike outside, then picked it up outside the next day--and worked very quickly. Greatly indebted to them for helping me out in a difficult time. Plus they've got that clever Latin name. read more

Best bike shop in Washtenaw hands down. Great prices, super friendly and knowledgeable staff, and they offer I wide array of services. Their turnaround time for repairs is great too. They also sell some great vintage bikes if that's what you're after. read more

Simply the best in the business. Michael and Joe are customer-oriented, while bringing the beauty of cycling to this great city.

I cannot recommend this place enough! I am relatively inexperienced when it comes to bikes, all I knew was that I wanted a commuter to get around the city. The store is beautiful and they have a decent amount of stock, including Bianchi, Jamis, and Linus. Mike, one of the owners, paid attention to what I thought I was looking for and offered suggestions and recommendations. I was able to take my time without feeling rushed, and took 3 bikes for a ride at the nearby bike path by the river. I walked out with a bike I love and will be sure to visit again if needed! read more

I give sic transit repair shop 4.5 stars- take away 0.5 star for the price, customer service has always been very helpful and the work professional. I give the store-front 1.5 star. I've been in the store twice- once looking for a lock, and today, looking for a vintage brooks saddle. Both time the experiences are exactly the same. The one guy helping me today was VERY eager to sell the top of the line things, and wouldn't bother explaining much the vintage pieces. When he figured out that I am not interested in buying the new stock in store, his help VERY quickly disappeared. When I inquired about how the saddle feels, he puts it on a bench for me to try; So unless you walk in with a massive credit line, ready to buy whatever they sells you, this store is not for you- it's all about the image and the life-style. read more

I just started cycling and brought my new bike in for a basic tune up. These folks were friendly, helpful, and had the work done quickly and for a fair price. Strongly recommend. read more

Great service at Sic Transit Cycles in A2! Dropped off trek madone with some shifter issues. They cleaned it up my ultegra shifter and got it working like new... all for a super friendly price with super friendly service. Thanks Sic Transit! read more

Service is truly fantastic! They detected a dangerously worn brake pad and when the shipment for replacement was delayed unexpectedly -just before a the 100 mile OHR - they were kind enough to take one from a new bike on the sales floor so I'd be ready to ride safely. Thanks guys! read more

My wife and I went here to get a Linus Dutchi bike as a birthday present for her, and ended up spending a great time learning about all the different options they had. After we bought the bike they helped us pick out a pannier and lights for it and they then answered all my obnoxious questions about used road bikes. Super knowledgeable and approachable staff, friendly demeanor, and lots of bikes to choose from. I will echo the other review - the parking lot has only a handful of spaces and leaving the lot requires some diligence so as to not domino all the bikes outside like a scene out of a bad biker movie. Totally going back. read more

my girlfriend & I went here to do some preliminary research. I ended up buying a bike online & my girlfriend bought a bike from here. We will most assuredly buy our accessories from here. Mike & Jessica have been fantastic & extremely knowledgeable -- both very passionate about bike riding. Their store is outfitted with a wide range of items & our experience with the detached shop 100 ft away was positive as well. Of note, Mike the owner was simply happy that I found a bike that fit me & was genuinely enthusiastic about my plans for touring. Top notch, a great welcome into the biking community. read more

Very helpful and was open on Sunday's unlike the bike shop closest to Mich. campus. The bikes rented included bags for your needs. Also way cheaper than other bike rentals around. read more

This is truly a unique bike shop. They have the coolest collection of vintage bike stuff mixed in with a great selection of new bikes and accessories. Around the corner they have top notch mechanics to keep you rolling, and upstairs they have one of the best 'bike fit' studios in the country. read more

Can't say enough great things about these guys! Great bikes, friendly service, fair prices. And icing on the cake, they greet me by name. It's all the little things that make Sic Transit a stellar bike shop. read more

I went to Sic Transit Cycles to get my bike tuned up and have some minor repairs done. The guys there are pros. I originally found out about Sic Transit on Yelp and then they were subsequently recommended to me by a friend who is a hardcore cyclist. When I went in, Michael helped me. He was a great dude from the get-go. I admittedly don't know much about bikes, except that I like to ride mine, but Michael was cool with helping me out and didn't make me feel like I didn't belong there. As far as price, I don't feel like I was overcharged, and Michael didn't try to sell me superfluous repairs or parts that I didn't need. He simply fixed the bike the way it needed to be fixed. In terms of quality, I've been riding my bike around for a few days and the job appears to be top-notch. The turnover time was also great, especially during a busy time of year of biking. I'll definitely go back next time I need something done to my bike and I even grabbed a bunch of extra business cards to pass out to my friends. Whether you're a novice rider like me or a hardcore cyclist, Sic Transit is the place to go for your biking needs. read more

Brought a worn out, old Schwinn bike to get the derailleur changed and do a general tune up. They did a great job, the bike now rides like it was new! read more

This is what a bike shop should be. They specialize in vintage bikes, but they also are all around knowledgeable about bikes in general; and not in a condescending way. When i first got into biking a few years back, the staff here was incredibly helpful in helping me to restore an old vintage bike, and I've stuck with them since. They will often do minor/and or tiny repairs free of charge, and they actually remember who you are. In terms of rates for actual repairs/parts, their prices are very competitive. In terms of repairs they are a little bit below average priced, and parts only slightly higher(although for finding hard to find vintage parts this place can't be beat). Bottom line: go here read more

These people really know their stuff. What you will get: rows of custom refurbished bikes, expert knowledge, honesty, clear communication, warm fuzzies for supporting a great local business. What you won't get: a deeply discounted "steal." For what I do (commuting around Ann Arbor pulling a trailer), I could have purchased a new bike of the same brand, that would have better suited my needs, for less at a big box store. Unfortunately, I only realized this later. (Initially, I only compared prices from local bike shops and didn't even think to consider a place like Target.) But I do feel great about patronizing a local business where I can engaged in face-to-face transactions with a craftsman who stands behind his work (which Sic definitely is!) I also appreciated that they purchased our old bikes to flip and gave us a (modest) store credit. They did tell me upfront that I could have gotten more by selling them myself on Craigslist. (Can you say integrity?) But, since I have tired of dealing with Craigslist, Sic's offer to take the bikes on-the-spot was very attractive. Bottom line: honest, ethical place with talented staff. read more

I have only used the service center so this rating applies to it only. I took my TerraTrike Sportster in to service the front derailleur, which had frozen up. They found it only needed a new cable. They could have told me it needed expensive repairs & I would have believed them, so now we know they are honest. However, the best part was the adjustments they made on the front derailleur. For the first time ever it works perfectly. They really know what they are doing. In addition to that, I got same day service at a very reasonable price. read more

I, my husband, and our 18-month-old daughter recently purchased two bikes, a child seat, and other accessories from Sic Transit, and we had an absolutely wonderful experience. The staff were extremely courteous, helpful, and friendly, but never in a pushy way. They were extremely knowledgeable about all the design and safety questions we asked. The co-owner was incredibly patient and playful with our 18 month old daughter as she tried on the infant bike helmets. Our daughter had a lot of fun too! The staff even carried the gear I purchased out to my car, since I had a toddler in my arms. They were also extremely thorough and efficient in attaching a bike rack to our car and a child seat to our bikes. When you purchase a bike at Sic Transit, they will service it for you (for free) if any issues come up-- which is tremendously reassuring. We are so excited to have found Sic Transit, and so grateful for all their help and advice. Highly recommended! read more

Stopped in to get a lock and the guys were very helpful and friendly. If I lived on the Northside this would be my go-to bike shop.

I'm a regular. When my kickstand was shot and couldn't be moved using the conventional tools, they sawed it off and replaced it for me. Excellent service and timely too read more

I reviewed them on Google and I was so disappointed with my visit I thought I'd do it here too... I was very displeased with my first, last and only visit to Sic Transit Cycles. After finding them on the internet I was expecting to find a courteous staff that was enthusiastic about cycling but I encountered an apathetic and alone "worker" watching videos on the computer behind the counter. I walked in with my brother, both of us willing to spend money but the person on duty (who I just found out is actually one of the owners, Joseph Bollinger...) barely said a word to us the whole time and didn't acknowledge we were there until I approached him with a question... And then in the middle of my explaining to him what I was interested in, continued to watch a video on the computer. I stopped talking and he paused his video. "I'm sorry... What was that?" he said.... Rude. What this guy doesn't realize is that my brother and I were actually looking to purchase some of those Brooks saddles that are over $100 each. I was also interested in having them do some work on my bike. Instead, my brother and I walked out empty handed with no intention to return. This guy's rude attitude cost them several hundred dollars not to mention happy returning customers. It is hard to like a business involving something i care so much about when you see that the owners themselves don't care about their customers as much as they try to appear to care about cycling. read more

Michael and Joe are great! They are clearly very knowledgeable and passionate about bikes, but they are not the least bit pretentious. After finding the right bike frame for me, we all agreed that the handlebars were giving me some trouble on my test ride. They switched them out for a different style and then the bike was a perfect fit. I highly recommend this bike shop! read more

Buyer Beware on this shop. I brought in my commuting 18 speed men's bike for a tune up. Instead of calling me when it was done that week, I had to keep calling them to find out when it would be done. It took twice as long to get done. I had someone drop me off at the shop so I could ride it home. About a mile from the shop, the back wheel fell off. I was stuck trying to fix it with my hands. I called them from my mobile phone to let them know and ask what to do. Their answer was to carry it back to the shop on my back and they would fix it. I had someone pick me up eventually to take me home but the shop was closed by the time I could get a ride. I would highly recommend against taking anything to this shop. read more

Outstanding service experience... flexible, attentive and very professional. Long course triathlete and XTC MTB rider, my bike function is all important - since I'm not a "wrench". I purchased a net set of DT Swiss rims for my MTB, and needed them fitted (chain, rotors etc). Phoned a number of shops 5-6 days... SIC said "sure" bring the, over - drove 25 miles and met Jonathan... you have to visit this "open air" shop to see how cool they are... I'm so impressed. Johnathan, quickly sized up the project, reassembled and torqued the rotors, cleaned/adjusted the pads, changed the chain, and made the adjustments... AND (this is the clincher.. did a test drive ("we don't want you crashing - let us make sure everything is OK"). Reviews, are just reviews... your experience may differ but this is my go to shop... 2 wheel tango is gone... these folks are personal - I don't mind the drive from Canton at all. :). Support local excellence - ride safe. Leo. read more

I love this shop. Their mechanics are top notch and I only trust them to work on my bikes when it is out of my expertise. Pricing is reasonable and their selection of parts and accessories is fantastic. They have gotten me out of several jams with bike problems and always refer my friends to use them as well. read more

Great experience today. Rode off on my bike after paying for a tune up and noticed it was still shifting automatically, so I went back and the repair guy rode it around discovered it was just the shifter, not the gears, so he tightened it for me - something I could have easily done myself if I wasn't utterly clueless. At any rate, he was very nice, and if there was any eye-rolling over my cluelessness and my cheap bike, it didn't happen in front of me, for which I am truly grateful. read more

Very knowledgeable staff. Decent selection. Good quality adult bikes. Different experience than wheels in motion but also good. Not inexpensive, but not unreasonably so either. read more

I was originally referred to Sic Transit by a roommate who bought a bike there and again by the volunteers at Common Cycle. I already owned a bike when they opened and enjoy making my own repairs, so I only went there for advice and to buy parts. They are a reliable source of both. For a bike repair amateur like myself, I was especially grateful that they always sold me the right part when I showed them what I needed to do on the bike. read more