Question 1

What services does Morrissey Cycles specialize in?

Accepted Answer

Morrissey Cycles offers repair and tune-up work, full overhauls that disassemble and reassemble all major components, and custom wheel building. The shop's wheel-building service draws on over twenty years of experience lacing spokes for cycling professionals and enthusiasts, allowing customers to specify spoke, hub, and rim combinations for custom performance.

Question 2

Who owns Morrissey Cycles and what is his background?

Accepted Answer

Steve Morrissey owns and operates the shop. He served as head mechanic for the United States Olympic Team, was a past director of USA Cycling's mechanic program, and holds USA Cycling's Expert Coaching certificate. He worked five seasons at the Olympic Training Center in Colorado Springs, supporting National Team cyclists and serving as mechanic at 8 world championships, the Goodwill Games, and the PanAm Games.

Question 3

Does Morrissey Cycles offer bike rentals?

Accepted Answer

Yes, the shop offers bicycle rentals in addition to sales and maintenance services.

Question 4

What does a full overhaul at Morrissey Cycles include?

Accepted Answer

An overhaul involves removing all components from the frame, then cleaning, lubricating, and reassembling bearings, races, the crankset, derailleurs, the seatpost, cables, and handlebars. This service is designed to restore a bike to performance readiness while preserving its character.

Question 5

Does Morrissey Cycles host any events or educational offerings?

Accepted Answer

The shop hosts an East Coast Mechanics Course and organizes group rides for customers to join.

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