Question 1

Does Morrissey Cycles build custom wheels?

Accepted Answer

Yes. The shop offers hand-built wheel building with over twenty years of experience. Customers can specify spokes, hubs, and rims to achieve custom performance goals such as increased speed, reduced weight, or added durability.

Question 2

What does a full bicycle overhaul include at Morrissey Cycles?

Accepted Answer

A full overhaul involves removing all components from the frame, then cleaning, lubricating, and reassembling bearings, races, the crankset, derailleurs, the seatpost, cables, and handlebars to restore the bike for the next riding season.

Question 3

What is the background of the shop owner and head mechanic?

Accepted Answer

Morrissey Cycles is owned and operated by Steve Morrissey, a former head mechanic for the United States Olympic Team and past director of USA Cycling's mechanic program. He has worked at eight world championships, the Goodwill Games, and the PanAm Games, and holds USA Cycling's Expert Coaching certificate.

Question 4

Does Morrissey Cycles offer the same service quality to casual riders as to professional cyclists?

Accepted Answer

Yes. The shop states that all work is performed at a premium level regardless of whether the customer is a casual rider or professional athlete.

Question 5

What events or training does Morrissey Cycles host?

Accepted Answer

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

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