Question 1

Does LaMere Cycles build bikes to custom specifications?

Accepted Answer

Yes. Every bike LaMere Cycles sells is hand-built on a custom basis in Minnesota, allowing customers to select components across drivetrain, suspension, wheels, bars, saddle, and other parts. The shop creates a detailed build sheet showing actual component weight and final price before assembly.

Question 2

What is LaMere Cycles' approach to pricing?

Accepted Answer

LaMere Cycles sources carbon frames factory-direct and purchases drivetrain components directly from Shimano and SRAM at OEM pricing, then hand-builds each bike in-house. The shop states this approach typically results in bikes priced $2,000 to $5,000 less than mainstream brands for comparable specifications.

Question 3

What warranty does LaMere Cycles offer?

Accepted Answer

All LaMere frames and rims come with a Lifetime Warranty.

Question 4

What types of bikes does LaMere Cycles specialize in?

Accepted Answer

LaMere Cycles builds custom carbon mountain bikes, electric fat bikes, eMTBs, and analog fat bikes. Current models include the eSummit Class 3 electric fat bike, Diode Class 3 eMTB, Fat Hardtail, Blackbird XC race bike, and Trail 135 trail bike.

Question 5

How does LaMere Cycles handle customer appointments?

Accepted Answer

The shop operates by appointment only from its Eden Prairie factory warehouse, generally available Monday through Friday from 9am to 4pm. Customers should call 612-315-3905 to schedule a visit or discuss builds.

Question 6

What detail does LaMere Cycles add to all hand-built bikes?

Accepted Answer

On every bike build, LaMere Cycles wraps all internal cables with foam or rubber to ensure a silent ride regardless of trail conditions.

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