I'm not a cyclist, but when I went with a friend to fix her bike, Norwood Parade Cycles were really…read moreknowledgable and helpful. They do repairs and servicing, and sell spare parts, and bikes of course, plus they do bicycle fittings as well. Not to mention they weren't too pricey, and my friend got her bike back the next day.

How refreshing to find a cycle shop, where the guy behind the counter (not the boss) knows what he…read moreis talking about. I had a problem with my mountain bike that i was unable to sort out. While on the Norwood Parade just happened to walk past the shop, so on impulse decided to call in and make an enquiry. Purchased the necessary part required, walked away very satisfied. Good bike shop worth keeping this place on file.

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.

Once upon there was a boy who liked to watch movies. One of his favourite movies starred a little…read moreknown actress named Nicole Kidman and involved a group of rebel teens who loved to ride. BMX Bandits was THE movie when I was in Primary School....well, for a good week it was awesome in any case! It was about this time that the boy decided to try out some tricks on his yellow and black BMX bike. Long story short, I sucked at doing tricks, so as soon as I was tall enough I bugged my folks to buy me a racer....speed was now my friend! My interest in bikes, and in particular the Tour De France has seen me darken the doorstep of International Cycles on Payneham Road many times....mainly just to look because the bikes I like are, well, not the cheapest forms of transportation you will find. I really like International Cycles, and although they don't have the biggest range in town, they really know there stuff, and are never to busy to have a chat. By the way, they do stock cheaper bikes too, but they aren't any where near as pretty as the pricey ones!

My Felt road bike is about ten years old and I have been taking care of it more or less by myself,…read morebut straight away Peter spotted a few things that needed attention. I'm very glad I brought my bike here for a long over due service, which was comprehensive, prompt and good value. My bike is rolling a lot better now, and the creaks that were bugging me are gone. Highly recommended.

You could call Treadly a hipster bike shop. And well, it is. But that doesn't mean it's not great…read more Treadly deals in single speed, fixed gear and classic bikes, all designed for those who ride and commute as part of their lifestyle, and want to maintain fashion while on their bikes. My partner and I don't usually fit into this category. We are somewhat more 'hardcore' cyclists, or perhaps you'd call us sports cyclists. However, my man loves this shop because he is building himself a fixed speed bike. The shop people love him because he's a geek, and collectively they get their geek on about bike parts and gear and construction. This is a great little place to come in for a chat or to find out about what's available in terms of commuter bikes. Every time I've been in the shop the owner's dog has been in residence, curled up on an old vinyl couch/chair, awkwardly forcing his lanky limbs into the space that just wasn't designed for him. He isn't overly impressed by people disturbing his sleep for a pat, however he will accept tributes if he's awake and in a good mood. Their dog highlights this business's focus on lifestyle, and how they aim to help bike-lovers to personalise their chosen mode of transport, and allow for a little art to creep into their commute.

Treadly fits in perfectly with the 'hipster' surroundings of Ebenezer Place. The growing hipster…read morepopularity includes riding 'fixies'. If you are not familiar with this term, 'fixies' are single-speed bikes that generally have no breaks. If you want to be part of this phenomenon, Treadly is your place to go. They have a small, yet delightful range of fixed-gear bikes. They are quite pricey, but you are paying for quality and looks. Many online shops offer similar bikes for half the price but they are made no-where near as well and are definitely not as attractive. The service at Treadly is great, very personal and helpful. They are willing to do almost anything to make sure your bike is exactly how you want it and that you are happy. Treadly also helps people to create their own customized bike from scratch. They sell or can order in the pieces you need to do this. The shop also has a large range of accessories. Bike lights, shoes, locks and helmets! Their helmets are very cool, such as one with the Union Jack, making helmet hair slightly more bearable.

Extremely rude staff who treated me badly just because I raised a concern about the safety of a…read morecertain bike technology namely pedal assist ebike technology, which has previously had me moving against my will into incoming traffic. Highly don't recommend these guys. Ive never dealt with such arrogant, egotistical people from a bike shop before. Boycott them.

Think the only place that gives Grundy's Shoes a run for its money for longevity on Rundle St would…read morebe this place. For a tiny space they manage to use every square inch of it and if you're jumping on the tredly bandwagon then Super E's isn't a bad place to start. You will always be graced by a million dollar bike in the front window and if this doesn't get your latte sipping mouth watering and your Lycra stretching out in all the wrong places then I don't know what will. I myself have recently joined the cycling elite and have been eyeing off quite a number of goodies in this super shop.

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.