Question 1

Does Open Air Bicycles Ventura offer custom bike fitting, and what's the difference between their options?

Accepted Answer

The shop offers custom bicycle fitting free with any bike purchase. They also provide professional fitting starting at $275, available by appointment only, which includes a one-on-one session with physical assessment, on-bike analysis on a stationary trainer, and adjustments to cleat setup, seat height, reach, and cockpit geometry; a comprehensive pro fit typically takes one to two hours.

Question 2

What does the bicycle tune-up service at Open Air Bicycles include?

Accepted Answer

The tune-up service starts at $145 and includes wheel truing, headset and bottom bracket adjustment, front and rear brake and derailleur adjustment, chain lubrication, disk caliper and rotor cleaning, wear inspection, and frame wiping—a package the shop notes saves nearly 50 percent compared to à la carte pricing.

Question 3

Can Open Air Bicycles build custom bikes?

Accepted Answer

Yes, the shop offers custom bicycle builds designed to suit unique riding needs and can build bikes for speed or restore older bicycles to like-new condition.

Question 4

Who owns and staffs Open Air Bicycles Ventura?

Accepted Answer

The shop came under new ownership in late 2018 with owner Jeff Fuqua, a former Navy rescue swimmer who opened his first bike shop in 1996 and has worked for KHS and Specialized across multiple locations. The staff includes specialists such as Mark Knoeller (suspension), Katy Coene (commuter bikes), Ian Crawford (technical service), John Scherrei (racks), and Roger Lorelli (tech support).

Question 5

How long has Open Air Bicycles been operating in Ventura?

Accepted Answer

The shop has been in business for over 30 years, building bikes and providing service to the local cycling community, and continues that legacy under current ownership.

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