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| 2100 Ridge Rd West, Rochester, NY 14626 :: (585) 225-7960 :: Email Us :: Hours: Mon, Tues, Thurs 10-7; Wed CLOSED; Friday 10-5; Sat 10-5; Sun 12-4 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Accessories
Bicycles
- How do I know what type of bike to buy?
- What's a hybrid bike?
- Do I need a dual-suspension bike to ride off road?
- Aluminum, steel, carbon, titanium; what frame material is best?
- What are those long, low bikes that you sit on in a chair-like seat? Are they any good?
- Can you name the basic parts of my bicycle so I know what to call them?
Video Basic Bike Care FAQ
Bike Fit
Clothing
- Which helmets are best?
- Is it okay to ride in sneakers?
- Are cycling gloves important?
- Are special biking shorts really necessary? I don't like skin-tight clothes.
- Do I really need cycling jerseys and tops?
- What do you wear if you ride in the rain a lot?
- Is cycling eyewear better than my sunglasses?
- I wear glasses. Can I get prescription cycling eyewear?
Components
Injury Prevention
Maintenance & Repair
- What can I do to prevent flat tires?
- How do I prevent my chain from jamming (my friend called it "chain suck")?
- How do I learn to fix my bike?
- When do you replace brake pads?
- How do I wash my bike?
- How do I lube my chain and keep it clean?
- I chipped my bike's paintjob. What's the best way to touch up the damage?
Riding Skills
Safety
- As long as you buy a good helmet and take care of it, does it last forever?
- I'm afraid to ride in traffic. Isn't it dangerous? Any safety tips?
- Do rear-view mirrors make sense?
- Are there any special safety recommendations for biking off road?
- I want to join in on some group rides. What do I need to know?
- How do we ride with our kids safely?
Technical
- What do I need to know to buy new chainrings for my crankset?
- How do I get the right bottom bracket for my bike?
- When do I need to replace my chain and how do I get the right one?
- Should my derailleur(s) be replaced and which should I get?
- When do brake pads need replacing and how do I get the right ones?
Training & Fitness
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The Bike Zone is a full-service independent bicycle shop in Rochester, NY. We are avid riders who care about cycling and we strive to improve the cycling experience of every customer - with outstanding service and a friendly, welcoming atmosphere. We pride ourselves on building a strong cycling community with weekend rides, clinics, local partnerships, clubs, teams, and active involvement in local cycling advocacy. We want to meet you. Visit the shop or give us a call, and subscribe to our email list for special offers! |
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HOURS Sunday: 12-4 Mon, Tue, Thur: 10-7 Wednesday: CLOSED Fri, Sat: 10-5 |
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