Does Sellwood Cycle Repair offer free assessments before starting work?

Yes. Customers can bring bicycles in for a free assessment, during which the staff will identify what the bike needs to run safely, smoothly, and optimally.

How does Sellwood Cycle Repair approach pricing for repairs?

The shop does not use a standard tune-up rate. Instead, each bicycle is evaluated case-by-case, and customers are charged only for the repairs that bicycle actually needs, described as an "a la carte" menu of service.

What types of bicycles and repair work does Sellwood Cycle Repair handle?

The shop services cyclocross, mountain, road, and other bicycle types. Staff expertise includes fork overhauls, wheelset builds, hydraulic disc brake bleeding, fender and rack installation, and many other services.

Does the shop carry replacement parts, and what if they don't have something in stock?

Sellwood Cycle Repair stocks a wide selection of new and used replacement parts. If the exact part is not in stock, the shop works with several distributors and can often source parts the same day.

How long has Sellwood Cycle Repair been operating, and what is its focus?

The shop has been open since 1991 and is owned by Erik Tonkin. The business has always prioritized repair service and has built a reputation for dealing in reliable used bikes and giving bicycles new lives.