Question 1

What is Tailor Fit Cycles' approach to bike fitting?

Accepted Answer

The shop emphasizes that bike fitting should be the starting point for every bike purchase. Fitting is framed as an optimization of cycling position matched to individual goals, flexibility, strengths, and weaknesses. The shop's owner, Chris Hamilton, combines hands-on experience with training across several fit philosophies and a rider-first approach.

Question 2

Does Tailor Fit Cycles offer custom bike builds?

Accepted Answer

Yes. After a fit session, the shop works 1:1 with customers to customize existing bikes or provide bespoke builds from partner brands including Basso, Bianchi, ENVE, Cinelli, Factor, Ventum, and Chapter2. The shop also notes it can source bikes from other brands based on community connections.

Question 3

What trade-in options does the shop provide?

Accepted Answer

Tailor Fit Cycles offers two trade-in programs. The Pro's Closet accepts bikes from model year 2018 or newer with a minimum original MSRP of $2,000, while Cycle Limited specializes in trades toward Basso purchases and accepts model year 2016 or newer with a minimum original MSRP of $1,500. The shop handles packaging and shipping, and credit is applied once the old bike is received and accepted.

Question 4

What services beyond fitting does Tailor Fit Cycles provide?

Accepted Answer

The shop offers tune-up packages, flat tire repairs, tubeless setups, derailleur adjustments, and additional à la carte repair services. General bike repairs are available alongside the fitting and custom build focus.

Question 5

What is the background of the shop owners?

Accepted Answer

Owner Chris Hamilton developed a passion for cycling from age 10 through BMX and freestyle riding in Brooklyn, later competing in events like L'Étape in France and Unbound Gravel 100. Co-owner Megan Schmidt brings nearly 15 years of bike industry experience from retail and a national bicycle retail organization. Together they expanded Tailor Fit Cycles to a storefront location.

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