Cycle Dynamics
Services
Repair Work: From flat tires to blown shocks to the resteration of your great uncle's Raleigh 3 speed from 1952, we do it all. Our Rates for 2008 have stayed the same! Stop into the shop or give us a call for details.
Cycling Education: We'll tell you all about the How to's... see left, and the whys... like why so many gears? Why the funky looking saddle? Why this bike vs. that bike... Anything you want to know. No question is too dumb. We've heard them all anyway!
Free Advice: Related to bikes and cycling only... no stock market, no child rearing...
Gift Certificates: The perfect gift. Always welcomed, will never exceed your budget!
IMPORTANT
As the best bicycle shop in Fairfield Co. and quite possibly the entire world, we strive to offer unsurpassed service and according to our customers we do. This being the case, it’s easy to imagine how busy the riding season can be for us. Those of you who have come in for a tune up in the middle of summer can attest to this.
Try as we may, the volume quickly becomes overwhelming and turnaround time can often reach 3 to 4 weeks. When this happens, we inevitably face storage issues; we will fill a 20 foot container and end up having another 60 customer repairs inside our building in the evening. It takes almost 45 minutes to move these bicycles in and out in the morning and evening resulting in added man hours and as a consequence added cost to the consumer. This is also valuable time we could be spending working on your bike.
As a result we have instituted the following storage policy:
All repairs must be picked up within 1 week (7 days) of completion. Bicycles that are not picked up are subject to storage fees at a rate of $12 per week per bike.
We feel this fee is more than fair. If you need a little extra time we will be happy to work with you if arrangements are made in a timely manner. We have heard every story and every excuse, so please don’t waste your time or the shops time. Cycle Dynamics will be more than happy to pick up and deliver bikes for a nominal fee as well.
The Manufacturer's We Stock.
Click on the links below to visit Manufacturer Websites
Specialized
Raleigh
Gary Fisher
Fuji
Diamondback
Jamis
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How To Buy A Bike 101
Road racers. Loaded tourers. Recumbents. Hardtails. Dualies. Hybrids. Cross bikes. Sport tourers. Commuters. Cruisers. Comfort bikes. Tandems. These are just the more common bicycle types available today. There are also folders, singlespeeds, freeriders, downhillers, jumping bikes, track machines, travel bikes and more. With such a dizzying array to choose from, it’s a small miracle any new buyer wondering how to buy a bicycle leaves a shop with the right model. Sadly, it’s common for people to buy the wrong bike, such as getting a model built for abusive off-road use, when the MTB will be ridden primarily on pavement.
To prevent such mistakes, if you’re in the market for a new bike, especially if it’s the first new machine in a while, start the shopping process by answering the key questions that follow. When you’re sure about these things, you’ll stand the best chance of leaving the shop with a bicycle you’ll love and not outgrow too quickly.
After you’ve nailed these questions, refer to the chart which explains the five basic bike types to help decide which is most suited to you and your riding plans.
Why do you want a new bike?
Plenty of people buy the wrong bike because they only know they want one. For example, maybe your friend bought a bike so you want one just like it. That’s okay — if you plan to ride just like your friend. It’d be better to list what you want out of the purchase. Is it riding for fitness? Is it for pedaling around town? For off-road excursions? For travel? To take up bike racing? To commute? Write down as many reasons as you can come up with and think carefully about which ones are realistic.
What kind of person are you?
Some types want the best of everything; others are frugal and consider affordability first. A serious athlete will have different goals than someone mostly interested in recreation. Tech heads prefer the latest and most advanced engineering in frames and components. Many cyclists want a unique machine that sets them apart from the masses. One way to determine where you fit is by thinking about other big purchases you made recently and the decisions you made in the process. The better you know yourself, the easier it’ll be to get a bike you’re happy with.
What kind of riding do you want to do?
Before answering, consider what type of riding is available in your area. For example, it might be questionable to purchase a downhill racing mountain bike if you live in Flatsville, Wisconsin. So think about where you’ll bike. If you’re not sure because you’re new to cycling or the area, visit a local shop and ask the people there where the great riding is to help decide which model will be most fun for you. For many cyclists, the answer is two bikes, one for road use and another for off road use.
How much do you want to spend?
Hit the shops with a good idea of what you’d be comfortable spending. Every bike type is available in a wide range of prices based on the frame material, the design and the components it’s equipped with. If you can determine your price comfort level, the dealer can steer you toward bikes of the type you like in that general range and it’ll save searching the aisles. It’s worth looking at slightly more expensive models to get a feel for what a little extra cash buys. Often, for 15% more money, you can get parts that would cost much more to purchase individually. If you’ve got the bucks it might make sense to get the better bike. But keep in mind also that there are essential accessories such as a helmet and flat-tire repair kit that you may need and that these will add to the total cost of the bike.
Cycle Dynamics
971 Post Rd E
Westport CT 06880-5360
Tel: 203 226-3790
E-mail: info@cycledynamics.com
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