Question 1

What types of bicycles does Rat City Bikes specialize in repairing?

Accepted Answer

The shop specializes in restorations and is equipped to work on bikes spanning the last 85 years, from 1940s Schwinn models to modern mountain bikes. It is common to see vintage and contemporary bicycles in the repair stands simultaneously.

Question 2

What makes Rat City Bikes' wheel building and internally geared hub service distinctive?

Accepted Answer

Wheel building and internally geared hub service and restoration are listed as core specialties. The shop maintains extensive inventory of spare parts for older bikes, enabling repair work that other shops may not undertake.

Question 3

Does Rat City Bikes offer tune-up services?

Accepted Answer

Yes, the shop offers tune-up services described as an ultimate tune-up option. Bike fitting and new bike overhauls are also available.

Question 4

What specialty services does Rat City Bikes provide beyond standard repair?

Accepted Answer

Beyond standard repair, the shop offers bike fitting, wheel building, suspension service, disc brake installation and service, internally geared hub work, painting, conversions, and classes. The website indicates the shop tackles jobs other shops will not.

Question 5

Does the shop carry inventory of used bikes or vintage parts?

Accepted Answer

Yes, Rat City Bikes maintains used bike inventory and stocks tens of thousands of small spare parts for bicycles from the past 85 years, making it a resource for restoring and maintaining older bikes.

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