Tag Archives: bike shops

Bike repair deemed an ‘essential service’ during statewide stay-home order

Posted on March 23, 2020 by Tom Fucoloro

Most people are required to stay inside under Washington State’s just-announced “stay home, stay healthy” order. Similar to the “shelter in place” orders in other cities and states, Jay Inslee announced further restrictions on activities and businesses that are allowed … Continue reading →

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‘SPLAIN’ survey rates Seattle bike shops by how comfortable women, trans, femme and gender nonconforming people feel there

Posted on February 14, 2020 by Tom Fucoloro

By Roxanne Robles and Tom Fucoloro Editor’s Note: Roxanne Robles conducted an online survey between September and December of 2019 asking people who identify as women, trans, femme or gender nonconforming to rate how comfortable they feel at 42 Seattle … Continue reading →

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Recycled Cycles will close Fremont location at end of October

Posted on October 27, 2016 by Tom Fucoloro

After five years operating a second location in Fremont, Recycled Cycles will return to being a one-shop bike mecca. KOMO’s Lindsay Cohen noticed the telltale sign in the shop’s window: The Fremont location will close October 31. But fear not, … Continue reading →

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Seattle Met: 20/20 Cycle got its start with 2 credit cards, a record player and a pot of tea

Posted on October 29, 2013 by Tom Fucoloro

Since Velo moved from 11th and Pine to the Denny Triangle, 20/20 Cycle has been one of the only bike shops in a sea of bike-friendly neighborhoods in the Central District and Capitol Hill. Located at 21st and Union, the … Continue reading →

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The Bikery is moving to Hiawatha Place

Posted on February 28, 2013 by Tom Fucoloro

With a focus on being inclusive and affordable, The Bikery has operated its volunteer-run bike shop out of a storefront at 14th and S Main Street for years. After successfully raising enough money to dig out of a financial crunch … Continue reading →

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Different Office stops by downtown’s ‘holistic bicycle studio’ Mobius Cycle

Posted on October 16, 2012 by Tom Fucoloro

Infinite Loop of Care and Connection – Different Office from Bas de Baar on Vimeo. Downtown’s Mobius Cycle not only fosters a unique environment for customers looking for the perfect ride, but it has also helped create three floors of … Continue reading →

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Belltown Pull Apart reopens at 3rd and Battery

Posted on October 2, 2012 by Tom Fucoloro

It has been a rocky year for Belltown Pull Apart, whose old building is now being redeveloped. But the shop has finally found a solid new home and is open for business at 3rd and Battery. Details from BPA: Belltown- … Continue reading →

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Cycle U celebrating the grand opening of new shop in West Seattle

Posted on June 28, 2012 by Tom Fucoloro

Sand Point’s Cycle University recently opened a new shop in West Seattle, and they are celebrating the grand opening Saturday at 6 p.m. From Cycle U: Grand opening party this Saturday 6pm at the new West Seattle store, 3418 Harbor … Continue reading →

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Wrench Bicycle Workshop now open on Dexter Ave

Posted on March 23, 2012 by Tom Fucoloro

Dexter Ave now has a bike shop. The city’s top bike commute route got a fantastic redesign this year, and now a repair-focused shop has moved in. Wrench Bicycle Workshop opened this month at 1305 Dexter Ave. N. The shop … Continue reading →

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Seattle’s bicycle economy is booming: Back Alley, Recycled Cycles and Cascade Bicycle Studio open doors

Posted on February 15, 2012 by Tom Fucoloro

I can’t think of another week this big for Seattle bike shops. Back Alley Bike Repair opened yesterday in Pioneer Square, Recycled Cycles opens it’s Fremont location today and Fremont’s Cascade Bicycle Studio is transitions to regular retail open hours … Continue reading →

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Recycled Cycles opening second shop in Fremont

Posted on February 9, 2012 by Tom Fucoloro

One day after Back Alley Bike Repair opens in Pioneer Square, Seattle will get another new bike shop. Recycled Cycles, the legendary used bike mecca in the U District, is opening a new, smaller shop next to their Fremont warehouse … Continue reading →

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New bike co-op and road changes coming near Othello Station

Posted on November 3, 2011 by Tom Fucoloro

Whistle Stop Co-op will bring a community cafe and community bicycle co-op to the neighborhoods around Othello all in one shop. The Whistle Stop Co-op, located on the northeast corner of MLK and Othello, is holding its grand opening celebration … Continue reading →

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