The Semaphore Cycleworx is smaller than its nearby Port Road equivalent, but stocks a rather…read moredifferent range of bicycles. This shop sell a lot of new vintage style bikes, with high handlebars, huge comfy seats and a maximum speed of around 15 km per hour (unless you're going down an enormous hill). To balance this, they have a small range of road racers, as well as a good range of hybrids. They've got quite a few kids' bikes, which the Port Road store doesn't deal in, so it's a great bike shop for families. The prices here are quite decent, and it's worth looking out for older stock or any specials, because you can get yourself a bargain here.

Good level of service and nice range of a variety of bikes. It's the sort of place you would call…read morean all rounder and the Avanti range are great bikes that all service they're owners well. I road one for a few years and it's good to by local (New Zealand) when one can. Though I normally shop elsewhere I have recently worked out that this is my closest shop and one that I should become closer to. Stores are always happy to look after they're regulars I have found in the past.

I have been using BMCR to service my bikes for over 8 years now, and the main reason I keep going…read moreback is because I don't really need to. Bikes are fixed first time. That annoying creek in your bottom bracket will disappear, even if it was actually a problem with the rear hub. Wheels will stay straight (well at least until you do something really nasty to them) and gears will change quickly and quietly every time (especially if you follow their advice and lube the chain between services). Over the years they have serviced my carbon road bike, my dual suspension MTB and my 18 year old steel commute bike. After each service, they send me an email to let me know it is done (I am sure they call or SMS if you want) which helps make the whole experience trouble free. You will ride away on a bike that feels brand new, even if the bike is old enough to drink. They sponsor the Adelaide Mountain Bike Club and provide service at the races. They even have their own line of DBAD cycling gear to encourage cyclists to be friendly to each other out on the road. They are particularly good at sorting out troublesome disc brakes which some other stores struggle to get right. All this, together with the friendly service is the reason I recommend this place to my friends. This is a bike shop for people who ride bikes.

We flew in from Canada for the ITU duathlon world championships. My bike needed a little tune up…read moreafter being packed up so we stopped in without booking ahead. They were very friendly and helpful. They emailed me when they were done so we were able to carry on site seeing, the email explained what they needed to do and gave me the cost as well, which was very fair. I would highly recommend this shop for repairs and advise on your bike. Thanks guys!

Mrs Fairweather's Bicycle Emporium is home to a collection of fully restored vintage bikes. These…read moreguys are working for the time being out of the *nishnish web design studio at Stepney or you can contact them online. Each and every bike in the Mrs Fairweather's collection has its own name and its own personality. You can buy Victoria a 27" Super Elliott women's frame with Raleigh front forks or make a statement with Carlos, a men's 56cm Peugeot frame and forks finished in a brilliant burnt orange colour. In the past they have created and sold machines like the Ruby Rose and of course she was ruby red in colour, there has been a beautiful blue Men's 56cm Repco Superlite called Percy and there's even been a Bob Neil! Anyone who knows anything about Bob Neil would know I can't say anymore about Bob Neil. These machines have been lovingly restored in this wholly Adelaide based business. They even take before and after photos of the restoration. If you're in the market for a new, old bike be sure to get in contact with the guys from Mrs Fairweather's Bicycle Emporium.

Attitudes boutique has been in Glenelg for sometime now and has a very loyal following. The staff…read moreare professional and friendly. It stocks a lot of brands such as Mink Pink and Ladakh. The clothing is fairly diverse and caters for a range of budgets. You can buy a casual outfit right through to a dress for formal. They often have a sales rack out the front to attract customers inside but don't forget to look down the back near the change rooms as there is usually another sales rack hidden there. They also have a good selection of accessories to complete your outfit.

Attitudes has broken my friend's heart several times. She keeps finding dresses in here that she…read moreLOVES but then can't justify the cost of them. I desperately wish she'd just find something on the sales rack, or stop dragging us in here! The shop has a large selection of styles, from very casual beach wear up to formal dresses. Their range is quite eclectic, and changes often. When this place is busy, it's a little overwhelming. There are women speaking loudly from all angles, and the shop assistants are very flamboyant, which can be quite fun. I often try to sneak in here for a quiet browse, but if it's busy I don't bother. Though, the sales racks are always worth a look, even if you have to elbow your way in to see them.

I am on a pilgrimage to visit all Ted's stores across my region ;) which brings me to Adelaide, so…read moreit is a given I am going to like the clothes therefore what I am reviewing is the service and space. The service was great, I was asked if I would like assistance initially and left alone till I had some questions and then offered to set up a room; I was allowed ample time to try stuff on and yet they watched out for me to see if I was okay for sizing. The store was well laid out and they only unusual item was a couple of other rude patrons who would shove everything on the rack down even though I was there first... Though I won't hold that against the store.

TI don't often wander into a mans clothing shop unless is Fathers Day, Christmas or a Birthday…read morecoming up. It's a neat store so was easy to walk around and browse. I'm always drawn to sale signs and there were a few without being tacky. There were only two staff members on the floor, both attending to others. It wasn't long before I was given the assistance I needed. I do like the styles on offer here and the prices are reasonable, so I'll be back. By the way, as this shop is within the Burnside Village there is plenty of parking.

So you are one of those folk who adore the good old days and you want everything to be the way it…read morewas, with the added convenience of iphones and ipods and decimal currency... okay, so what are you doing about it? Ah, boycotting the fossil fuel industry and wearing wide brimmed hats, you brave soul! Like to think of yourself as a 'lady' or a 'gent' ? Here's one magnificent shop for you. Classic Bicycles are shaped differently, they are European, they have room for a basket and they are so dangerous it's almost manslaughter just putting a child on one, unless of course it has been completely checked and renovated to suit modern standards (or in other words has a fresh coat of non-lead paint and a good ringing bell) and they come in three speed or single speed. Maybe you want to resemble something out of 'The Great Gatsby' in order to attract a Robert Redford or Leonardo DiCaprio of your very own - probably better off searching in a Gay bar, but I jest - get yourself all decked out in chiffon and plonk yourself atop one of these classic tredlys. Gorgeous! Seriously though, this is a great little shop for specialists who want their new bike to be old again, as in "Everything old is new again" (Thanks Peter Allen, rest in peace) and are willing to pay for the authentic stuff. Actually I've compared prices and a lot of the time by going 'classic' you will save money - you will also avoid all the advancements made in lightweight materials, technological breakthroughs and safety features, but this isn't about any of that any way - this is about style, fashion, aesthetics - I'm kidding (!) these things are as safe as houses (apologies to the Wicked Wiitch of the West). Beautiful stuff really and even if it is more likely to see you run under a truck or a four wheel drive (still joking), you will be a gloriously genteel corpse who rode a wonderful bike - er - hang on, that doesn't sound right does it - maybe you would be best to stick to the bike tracks unless you are a guerrilla bicyclist when it comes to getting around on one of these classic bikes, maybe not. Just be safety smart wear your helmet and keep alert but not alarmed. Don't ride under the influence of drugs, alcohol or heavy metal! I love this shop so it doesn't really matter what the dangers are, once you go classic you will never go back to the future (shut up Marty McFly!).

These are some really, really beautiful bikes. You've probably seen a bunch of them tethered to…read morepoles in Adelaide - colourful, sweet Amsterdam style bikes. Little leather seats with big silver studs on big springs, soft metallic reds and lilacs, weaved baskets and a butt-load of ye-olde-charm. BUT. I've been in the store a few times to check the bikes out, and even had a little ride on a friend's. I'm not that impressed! These are heavy, clunky loads, and unless you only ride your bike once a fortnight dressed in tweed, this isn't that great a deal. As a commuter cyclist who rides their bike nearly every day, this bike struck me as wildly impractical and unwieldy. While $700 isn't bad for a brand new bike, if you really want something practical and beautiful, I'd recommend buying second hand or opting for something a little more lightweight. I bought a cute 60s Super Elliot from the Migrant Resource Centre (excellent organisation that sell on some donated bikes on Ebay that aren't needed), and while it isn't top-notch commuter material, it is a damn sight lighter and nimbler than the Classics. Another $100 bucks spent getting it serviced and I was on my way. Cycling has become pretty trendy in the last few years - and it makes sense. High petrol costs, climate change, functional exercise and the ability to skip past traffic are all good motivators. Although these bikes are very very beautiful, I would recommend buying a new bike that is more practical or hunting down the real thing second-hand.