LBS Recommendation

Discussion in 'The Workshop' started by Skeeter, Mar 25, 2006.

  1. Skeeter

    Skeeter uno, dos, tres bubbs

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    Hey guys, i live in South OC, Rancho Santa Margarita, and i need to get some work done on my bike, the problem is i don't know what bike shop to go to. I bought the bike used, private party, so no LBS experience. I really dont like big chain stores like Performance. :protest: Unless i have to.](*,)

    Does anyone have any shops they've gone to in the area and would recommend.

    Thanks...
     
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  2. Von-Skipp

    Von-Skipp FLOW

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    Bike Co has some good mechanics. Terry has always worked on my bike and done a good clean job.

    BikeCo is off Bake in Lake Forest.
     
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  3. dukethenuke

    dukethenuke Faster than you

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    I'll second Bike Co. they are building my bike as we speak.
     
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  4. singleSSpeedster

    singleSSpeedster Rolling on 29" dubs!

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    i've never been to the bike co., so i cannot comment on them.

    i have been to the path in tustin....they are an AWESOME shop. i think it's abit more of a drive for you, but they have got lots of stuff n thay small shop and their customer service is impeccable.

    i drive about 30 miles to get down to them when i need a FEW things.
     
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  5. FoShizzle

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    The Path Bikeshop is the best shop around, period. I order from them often and am always impressed with their service. Many friends are locals there and I cant wait to visit em in person......how many places you can find 29ers, King hubs of all colors, ENO cranks, etc.....they kick arse
     
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  6. ECOdork

    ECOdork (R.I.P.) Pope of Chili Town

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    If you are looking for close to RSM, Ladera Cyclery on Crown Valley and Antonio isn't bad. They hooked me up with a loner wheel for like a month when a part was on backorder.
     
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  7. Skeeter

    Skeeter uno, dos, tres bubbs

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    Thanks for all the help guys
     
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  8. boboso

    boboso Getting back on the bike.

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    Ditto the Fo'

    The Path in Tustin is worth the extra miles. Although I wrench most of my own stuff, the parts I do get are from them or Rock and Road in Laguna. I have also done business with The Bike Co. and they have never steered me wrong as well.
     
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  9. Schecky

    Schecky SoCalMTBubbs

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    I'm also a Path recommender, but don't forget Switchback Cyclery in Orange.
    They have always treated me very well.
     
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  10. kevinator

    kevinator Staying hydrated

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    I'd have to say The Path is your best bet, and R'n'R in M.V. is good too (Laguna Niguel is better). A friend of mine got the runaround (replacing seals on a Bomber) from the Bike Co., and they were kinda dicks about it. No flaming chilis for them.
     
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  11. Skeeter

    Skeeter uno, dos, tres bubbs

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    Well geez thanks for all the recommendations. I think i will be heading up to The Path.

    THANKS AGAIN!!
     
    Skeeter, Mar 27, 2006
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