Tasty Cycle

I had been buying bike accessories from Blue Heron, plus experienced their ability to get me a new…read moretire installed on the spot. This happened 13 years ago. I finally decided to try them for servicing my Ebike, a Riese & Muller Roadster. Their shop is much more conveniently located than my regular shop and I can ride there, rather than loading the bike on a rack and driving there. What I'd been missing with my old shop was knowing who people were and getting in-person feedback on whatever needed to be fixed. They had expanded and the service, while still good, was getting very distant, in terms of knowing who actually worked on my bike. Blue Heron reminds me of what my old shop was like. The shop is small, crowded with new bikes and bikes being serviced. The people I dealt with were friendly and went over what they'd do on a basic tune-up. They replaced what I figured they'd replace, chain, brake pads, adjusted the derailleur, etc. What I didn't expect were all the little things. They found some missing screws, replaced those. They also adjusted the fenders for alignment and got rid of the stray rattles that the bike has had since I purchased it. They trued up the rear wheel too, which is pretty standard, but it made a difference. I also noticed they cured the problem with the derailleur moving the chain down from the biggest gear in the cassette when I would back the bike out of the garage. It now stays put. The bike has never felt this solid before. It now rides the way I had hoped it would from the beginning. I'll have to stop by later this week to thank Jordan and his mechanics for a job well-done. A good review is one thing, but I believe that the personal service I received deserves a personal reply. Five stars!

My lunch got dropped when I fell off because the seat was higher than when I dropped it off …read more I went to get on and fell face forward I went in to tell them , got blown off and requested to see the manage. He simply debated about my seat being fine , said sorry I don't know what to tell you attitude . Going to the Doctor , getting it documented if it's more serious than i think . I can barely walk and still have to walk home .I could have died for their carelessness

Mike's Bikes of Berkeley

4.0

(444 reviews)

Careless customer treatment won't bring me back here…read more New, not so knowledgeable clerk showed me e-bikes, arranged to get the model he sold me on, then let store sell it to someone else. Glad I learned that's how they roll before I bought from Mike's Bikes Berkeley. I can imagine getting service from them is probably similarly sloppy and inattentive.

Another 5 stars. These guys are great. My new brake line (that I tried to install myself with no…read moreexperience or proper tools) ) wasn't working right. So I had to come back to the folks at Mike's today for some help. I dropped it off when they opened at 10, and it was ready for pick up the same day. They helped me with my chain, and the brakes, now I have a brand new 25 year old bike...money. They also informed me that I had some other things going on (broken spoke, head set needed attention), which I appreciate...a little extra step goes a long way in my book. Thank you again fellas...hard work is not always the norm nowadays. I will have to bring something by for y'alls to enjoy on the barbecue. Peace. Peace

Stay True Cycles

(56 reviews)

I had a great experience with Stay True repairing my road bike's disc brakes. Stay True got my…read morerepair done in about a day (fast), did a good job, and didn't upsell me. I thought the service pricing was very affordable.

Nick and his team have solved 2 separate issues with the rear brake on my e-bike in the past 6…read moremonths, both of which took some detective work, and at minimal cost, for which I'm grateful. That they agreed to even look at my bike, when other bike shops in Berkeley would not because it was not a bike brand that they sold, made me more grateful. Kudos to Stay True! Keep up the good work.

Bikes on Solano

4.1

(127 reviews)

My son wanted a bike as an 8th grade graduation gift. Totally in support of that AND find bike…read moreprices astronomical, especially for kids who are still growing. Bikes on Solano sells great quality bikes at reasonable prices, pre-loved but in good condition. My son was happy and while I was there also grabbed my older son a bike since he likes to ride. The staff were super helpful, and we were in and out in under thirty minutes. I'm thinking about buying a bike for myself as well to get back into riding.

Everything. Excellent work on repair of my bike. Owner and staff could not have been more…read morehelpful. Unfortunately they have moved a bit farther from my home. They are now at 2031 University in Berkeley. I we old personally go anywhere for their service. Sonja Farar

Berkeley Bike Station

4.8

(59 reviews)

This is an amazing resource and shop!…read more Free and secure bike parking. Affordable replacement tubes. Handy repair services, if needed. Friendly staff.

So helpful and kind. I do not know much about bikes and they fixed my bike, looked it over and made…read moresome adjustments and took care of my bike on the spot. I would highly recommend them-they are great.

Dougs Mobile Bike Repair

4.8

(77 reviews)

I had two bikes that needed repairs, and Doug's mobile service made everything incredibly easy…read more Doug arrived on time, diagnosed the issues, and had both bikes repaired in one visit. The work was high quality, the pricing was fair, and the convenience of having the repairs done at home was unbeatable. I highly recommend Doug to anyone needing bike repairs. Thanks again Doug! We will definitely use you for any future repairs and will not hesitate to refer you to family and friends.

Didn't use Doug's Service the first time, but kept his number for future repairs. Yesterday was the…read morefuture! Doug came out and took care of putting a new rear tire on my Eunorau Flash. He was super responsive when I reached out, on time (early, actually) when he got here, and epically knowledgeable and efficient as he worked. Doug is also generous: he offered a free tire and tube since I hadn't gotten mine yet. I ended up getting my own, but his offer showed me the kind of human he is. Doug also offered lots of advice about brakes, tires, and all things ebike related. He knows his stuff. Before he came out, I talked to a colleague of his. A competitor, if you look at it that way. Adam in Alameda said Doug is awesome. He is right. Doug is awesome. Thanks, Doug - I'll be reaching out for those new brakes soon!

Cosmic Cycles

4.4

(63 reviews)

I highly recommend this shop to anyone looking for honest advice, quality repairs, or a new bike…read more I'll definitely be coming back for all my cycling needs. Thank you for the great service!

I've come here for several quick repairs and a few longer projects and I'm always happy with the…read moreresults. Staff is extremely knowledgeable and are usually able to help with a repair right away. Other shops often ask you to leave the bike and come back anywhere between one-seven days. The prices here are extremely fair for both the parts and labor. I'll be coming in with more projects in the future!

Empirical Cycles

5.0

(2 reviews)

Just took delivery of "Desert Terror"!…read more It was a plain Jane adult trike when I brought it in. Now it is ART! Josh has an eye for what works and I gave him free hand to do whatever he wanted. The result (see Empirical Cycles on FB for pics of the trike) was beyond anything I could have imagined. Also it was delivered on time and budget!!!

If you've ever truly Loved a bicycle, you'd understand how it feels to trust someone you don't know…read moreto "fix" it. Not to put down the local guys, but when your precious bike is in his hands, Josh always makes it BETTER than before! Those unnoticed areas are given full attention, every moving part on the bike will operate as a living organism...I just can't describe the skill of Josh Boisclair, a hardcore mechanical perfectionist genius. Especially internal hubs and older vintage bikes like my old British Raleigh 3 speed. He's 100% honest and will usually give you more than you bargained. I won't bring my bikes anywhere else.

Oakland Rooter & Plumbing

(1.6k reviews)

These guys are great. Alberto was super knowledgeable and friendly, helped find the right parts to…read morefix the sink, and was fast and fair in his pricing. He also came that day and we talked about classic cars! This is the second time i've used Oakland Rooter and both times have been execllent. I recommend them bigtime! Thanks so much.

Best plumbers in Oakland!…read more I had a low water pressure problem in my kitchen and an issue with my dishwasher. I couldn't tell if the problem was the plumbing or if I needed a new dishwasher. Enter Oakland Rooter & Plumbing. Jose, the plumber that came to service my kitchen plumbing, was kind, professional and very skillful. He explained how he was diagnosing the situation and the process of elimination he was going through to get to the bottom of the issue. I especially appreciated that as a woman that loves learning about how things work. Jose answered all my questions and had some great analogies to explain the plumbing situation. I also appreciated that there was no upselling. Jose was clear about the tiers of support and associated costs and was honest about his recommendations and what would help. In the end, my plumbing issues were resolved at a reasonable price. I felt like I got five star service AND I learned a bit about how my kitchen plumbing works. Great service all around!

Model Shoe Renew

4.3

(757 reviews)

I was referred by a friend to check out this shoe repair shop and they did not disappoint! I was in…read morea rush and they were able to fix my shoes quickly and efficiently. 10/10 Recomend

Great experience and high quality, can fix a number of things with leather expertise !!read more

Neza Iron Works

4.8

(322 reviews)

Very easy to work with. They showed up on time and did an excellent job! Price was very…read morecompetitive. I will add them to the my vendor list going forward.!

Excellent service and incredibly friendly staff! I called about cutting a small metal pole, and…read morethey took care of it quickly and professionally. They even went the extra mile by sanding down the cut end so there were no sharp edges. Great attention to detail and customer service. I highly recommend them for any steel cutting or metal fabrication needs!

Atlas Heating

4.7

(369 reviews)

We bought in a mid-century house whose furnace is located on the roof . It is a common location for…read morethis type of house, but -needless to say- it is not easy to replace that furnace when the need comes. We decided to hire ATLAS for the job: the furnace was old, and the original roof ducting did a lousy job distributing the heat throughout the house. I was always cold even when the heat was "blasting". ATLAS did a thorough and patient analysis of our old system. They decided to double up the ducts to provide more air flow, and they also organized the flow inside the ducts: it worked. Frankly, the final cost was reasonable, considering the benefits I am getting from it. I particularly recommend Nick and Scott who supervised the project: they really looked into the project, then fixed the problem. Plus: the work was clean, and the communication great all along. Happy customer :-)

Attempt 1 at an estimate, no showed. Attempt 2 at an…read moreestimate, scheduled between 10:00-12:00, showed up at 12:45, and was wrong person. Attempt 3 at an estimate, scheduled for between 2:00-4:00, shows up at 5:45, at which point was too late as were just about to leave the house. Person (I assume scheduling manager) then calls me asking for a fourth try at this. She was very polite and apologetic, but in what world would they have earned my business like this?

First Choice Auto Repair & Brakes

4.7

(320 reviews)

Real solid work done in a timely manner. I came in he assessed my brakes for free and then order…read morethe parts and got it done all within an hour. I got my brakes and rotors on my front axle replaced. The gentleman robert had a good attitude and explain things simply

We were impressed with the kind, prompt, and reasonable brake service we received for our Toyota…read moreHighlander Hybrid. We will definitely remember this shop for future service.

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I can't say enough good things about Will and his mobile bicycle repair service. He's a professional bicycle mechanic. I've had my bikes serviced by him more than 10 times now, and each experience has been nothing short of exceptional. First and foremost, honesty and integrity are the cornerstones of Will's work. He won't try to upsell you on unnecessary repairs or parts. In fact, he goes above and beyond to ensure you get the most out of your service, all while keeping the costs reasonable and fair. It's rare to find a mechanic these days who prioritizes customer satisfaction over making a quick buck. Will's expertise and experience are evident in every aspect of his work. He's a seasoned mechanic, and you can tell he knows bicycles inside out. He's a true problem-solver and has an uncanny ability to pinpoint and fix those annoying creaking noises that can drive any biker mad. I'm always impressed with how efficiently he diagnoses and rectifies issues, leaving my bike feeling solid every time. The convenience of his mobile service is a real game-changer. I don't have to haul my bikes to a shop anymore, as he comes to my location promptly and ready to work. This flexibility is perfect for busy individuals who want to get their bikes serviced without any hassle. Aside from his technical skills, Will is also a pleasure to work with. He's friendly, approachable, and always takes the time to explain the work he's done and offer helpful tips for maintaining my bikes in top condition. If you're looking for an honest, skilled, and reliable bicycle mechanic, look no further than Will. Five stars, without a doubt. Thank you, Will, for your outstanding service and dedication to your craft. You've earned a customer for life! read more

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