Question 1

What repair services does Flanders Bros Cycle offer?

Accepted Answer

The shop offers three levels of tune-up service: Regular Tune Up ($65), which includes derailleur and brake adjustment, minor wheel truing, bearing adjustment, and drivetrain lubrication; Deluxe Tune Up ($100), which adds drivetrain removal and cleaning; and Complete Overhaul ($250). The shop also performs expert repairs on road, mountain, cross, children's, and racing bicycles of all makes.

Question 2

Does Flanders Bros Cycle offer bike fitting services?

Accepted Answer

Yes, the shop provides fitting services based on the principle that optimal fit improves speed, endurance, cornering confidence, and comfort. The fitting process uses body measurements applied to mathematical formulas to determine frame size and positioning.

Question 3

What is the history behind Flanders Bros Cycle?

Accepted Answer

The shop was founded in 1973 by brothers Jim and Scott Flanders and their grandfather James Karusis, who had spent 2-3 years learning the bicycle business at Wheel Goods Corporation, one of the largest Gitane dealers in the U.S. The brothers were competitive cyclists—both were U.S. National 'B' team members in 1977, with Jim later invited to the Olympic Training Center—before dedicating themselves fully to the shop in 1980. The shop has now specialized in high-performance bikes and cycling products for over 35 years.

Question 4

Does Flanders Bros Cycle have an associated cycling club?

Accepted Answer

Yes, the shop hosts the Minneapolis Bicycle Racing Club, which includes membership application, club news, ride details, an elite team, and a forum. Jim Flanders continues to ride and train with the club.

Question 5

What product categories does the shop stock?

Accepted Answer

Flanders Bros Cycle carries road bikes, components (including Shimano), accessories (lights, locks, pumps, lubricants, fenders), cycling clothing (jerseys, shorts, bibshorts, socks, gloves), and helmets.

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