Run-of-the-mill bikes are a dime a dozen. Really, how many bicycle franchises are there in Brisbane?
Well, if you're not run of the mill and you're looking for beautiful road bikes with alluring designs you must go and inspect the range at Velo Bicycles.
Coming down Kedron Brook Road, the store is located on the cusp, a virtual roll, from the heart of Wilson Village.
It's clear that ethos of this independent bike store is something the staff believes in. Inside the experience is testament to standing out and above the competition. Everything, from the service centre to the luster of the floorboards demonstrates that the products sold here are of the highest quality and craftsmanship.
With individual frames and wheels handcrafted from places like Germany and Italy its safe to assume that Velo Bicycles sell high end products. One bike I found retailed for almost $9000 dollars. Upon this discovery, the very helpful manager, Warren, led me to some cheaper rides valued at $899.
As Warren informed me (and I may be paraphrasing him a little), the stock in store may be a bit on the excusive side, but the quality, longevity and riding experience of a bike bought from Velo is second to none.
In addition to Velo's love for quality road bikes, the store is into cultivating the local riding population by encouraging group rids on weekends where fellow enthusiasts can muse and cruise together. You can join up inside or go to their website for more information.
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