SWEET PETE'S BIKE SHOP
1204 Bloor Street West, Toronto, ON M6H 1N2 Directions
Since 2010
Here’s The Deal:
"Sweet Pete’s is best known for its urban bikes. It is a full-service bike shop that has been a part of the Bloordale neighbourhood for over 20 years. With a collection of practical and cool city bikes, this shop has all the gear a cyclist needs to ride in an urban environment. Along with a great selection of cycling-specific clothing in Toronto, Sweet Pete’s is staffed with riding enthusiasts who are ready to lend a hand with expert advice to help you and your bike stay on the road. Sweet Pete’s deceptively masks a sprawling 4000 square foot space which is nearly filled top to bottom, front to back with new bicycles. The shop offers quality brands that are neither too cheap nor too expensive. While it does have its occasional closeout sales and its selection of high-end brands, the staff are mainly focused on understanding their customers’ technical or fitness requirements and helping them attain the perfect bike that matches their needs."
SPECIALITY:
Trek, Electra, Giant, Kona, Tacx Smart Trainers, Fox Apparel, E-Bikes, Issi Pedals, Commuter, Electric, Road to Mountain, Kids Bikes, Fitting, Indoor Cycling Classes & Guided Rides, Commuter bikes, Road bike, Mountain bikes, Single Speeds, Fixies, Electric Bikes, Comfort, Cargo, Trikes, BMX, Touring, Cyclocross & Women Bikes
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URBANE CYCLIST
280 College Street, Toronto, ON M5T 1R9 Directions
Since 1997
Here’s The Deal:
"Urbane Cyclist is one of Toronto's most established bike store. Urbane Cyclist is a diverse community that sources quality products as well as providing professional service in an active, inclusive and innovative way. Each member of this co-op is the part-owner which makes major decisions a collective process. Urbane Cyclist carries many leading brands such as Marin Bikes and Salsa Cycles, and it also designs its own line of bicycles called Urbanite. Urbane Cyclist also has a very well-equipped service centre in the shop staffed by their mechanics. They're ready to deal with almost any issue you may have with your bike, and offer a number of different tunes for packages ranging from a $50 basic safety check to a $300 full overhaul."
SPECIALITY:
City, Touring, Cargo, Adventure, Road, Mountain, Folding, Pedal Assist, Bike Repair, Handbuilt Wheels, Mobile Repair, Few Fat-Tire Bikes, Recumbent Bikes and Trikes & Folding Bikes, Ice, Cattrike, and Hp Velotechnik Recumbent Bicycles & Tricycles
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GEARS BIKE SHOP
500 Front Street East, Toronto, ON M5A 0J1 Directions
Since 1988
Here’s The Deal:
"Gears Bike Shop connects folks to freedom, nature, and community. The store carries an extensive selection of both hybrid and electric bikes from brands like a giant, Liv, Cannondale, and bulls. Gears also offer all kinds of tools to get your bike back in perfect riding condition. They have over 4,000 bikes in stock and a great team to virtually assist you during your shopping experience. Gears bike shop in the Canary District is one of those perfectly situated stores that are sure to capitalize on the demographics of the area in which it is located. The mechanics also welcome a variety of rides, from hybrids and single speeds to full suspension mountain bikes. They still pride itself on carrying high-end products and knowing how to properly fit riders on bikes from Specialized, Giant and Cannondale."
SPECIALITY:
Hybrid, Kids, Off-Road, Road, Urban, Ebikes & Bike Rentals