Erik's Bike and Board Shop
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Dylan K.
- Elite '13
- 45 friends
- 98 reviews
4/3/2013I kind of hate choosing a chain over one of the local bike shops, but I've got nothing but great things to say about Erik's. I've brought… Read More
I kind of hate choosing a chain over one of the local bike shops, but I've got nothing but great things to say about Erik's.
I've brought my bike there many, many times. Service is outstanding--outwardly friendly, very upfront about cost and repairs you may need. They'll also let you purchase parts elsewhere and install them for you--which happens to be pretty awesome.
I brought my bike in last week for an estimate--it needed a new outer chainring, cassette, and bike chain (not surprising considering I got 3,000 miles out of it). They gave me a list of parts--which I bought myself for much less--and then installed everything for me.
The best part? Well, if you're with the UW in some way, shape or form, you get HALF OFF LABOR! I saved a boatload going with Erik's, and the work done was top notch. A+ all the way. -
Kevin T.
- Elite '13
- 17 friends
- 54 reviews
10/23/2012Blow a tire on the bike commute to work? Did your derailleur give a fit on the way to class? That chain finally rust all the way through… Read More
Blow a tire on the bike commute to work? Did your derailleur give a fit on the way to class? That chain finally rust all the way through sitting on the bike rack all winter? Look no further for help.
Let's put it this way: 50% off labor for UW staff and students.
I work next door to Erik's. I walked over to my bike after a long day and found a flat tire, and me without me tools to fix it myself. I walked it over to the guys at Erik's. $11 and about 10 minutes later I was on my way home. I've had work done to my road bike there which was fixed at a reasonable price and done right.
They also have a wide variety of accessories and bikes at reasonable prices. They lead rides during the summer you can join in for free.
I love having this shop so convenient to campus and thankful they are wonderful to do business with. -
Steve M.
- 0 friends
- 23 reviews
1/17/2012Good downtown location and open late during winter months, but that's about it. I know a little about the bike shops in Madison as I bike… Read More
Good downtown location and open late during winter months, but that's about it. I know a little about the bike shops in Madison as I bike EVERYWHERE or use the bus when desperate and I would have to say that this is my least favorite.
New Bike: Decent selection, not a big store and they stock a lot of snow boarding items. A friend of mine bought a new bike there and about a week later he wanted me to take a look at it as "something was rattling". After I checked it I found a lot of problems like the reflector not being fastened tight (thus the rattle),three spokes that were loose, the front wheel wasn't fastened down tight enough, the seat was loose and sliding around and they didn't put cable crimps at the end of any of the cables to stop them from fraying. I even adjusted the brakes. The upsell of a LBS(local bike shop) is supposed to be, in theory, they assemble the bike professionally rather than a Walmart or Target where a stock person does it when they have the time and with little knowledge.
Service: This place is fairly close to my home so I'll go there for parts if I'm in a pinch. Twice I've called down to see if they have a part in stock and when I get there 20 minutes later and I get the old "we must have just sold it, but we DO have this OTHER part which..." Really? you just sold that specific part at 7pm on a winters night? Stop wasting my time.
Price: In my experience, the parts are generally higher t than other local stores but since they are open later than others you might have to sometimes suck it up. New bike prices are fairly competitive and the sales they have are ok,
All in all, I stay clear of Eric's on University unless I'm desperate for a part on a winter's night. Madison has too many other options. -
Bridget C.
- 7 friends
- 6 reviews
11/1/2012I usually like to support small local businesses, but I have been really impressed with the service at Erik's (and the 50% off with UW ID… Read More
I usually like to support small local businesses, but I have been really impressed with the service at Erik's (and the 50% off with UW ID helps). The last time I was in they adjusted my gears for free and showed me how to do it myself in the future.
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Jamie H.
- 0 friends
- 1 review
8/12/2012Great service, friendly. Lifelong Madisonian that felt like I was cheating going to a foreign (Minnesota) shop but needed help with my… Read More
Great service, friendly. Lifelong Madisonian that felt like I was cheating going to a foreign (Minnesota) shop but needed help with my stumpjumper on Sunday morning. They came through for me and went above and beyond to fix my problem.
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Chase E.
- 0 friends
- 1 review
3/24/2012Great place - much friendlier than the Yellow Jersey Ltd shop on State Street who were swearing in front of young children last time I was… Read More
Great place - much friendlier than the Yellow Jersey Ltd shop on State Street who were swearing in front of young children last time I was in and think they are better than everyone cause of their "extensive" bike knowledge (even though they spend all their time in a bike shop)
I just recently fixed up my Dad's old bike. Every time I have been in the store they have been nothing but honest with me when they could have taken advantage left and right as I am a complete cycling novice. Ask for Kenny, he will take care of you. -
L. A. S.
- 0 friends
- 4 reviews
8/15/2011I work at UW Madison so this Erik's is a great location for me. I took my Marin mountain bike in for a tune-up and they did a great job.… Read More
I work at UW Madison so this Erik's is a great location for me. I took my Marin mountain bike in for a tune-up and they did a great job. Then, when I took my Trek road bike in for a broken spoke, I was informed that not only did I have a broken spoke but there was a fracture in the frame. I was informed that Trek guarantees their frames but I would have to go to a Trek dealer (Erik's features Specialized bikes). And I visited another bike shop and Trek came through with their guarantee. The reason I'm writing this great review is that I want to say that Martin, the technician that worked on both of my bikes, choose to be honest with me and explain the Trek guarantee. He could have just repaired my bike, took my money, and I never would have known any difference-and possibly have had an accident due to the broken frame. I truly appreciate his honesty and I can tell you that I will continue to take my non-Trek bikes to this Erik's. You can trust them! Martin does great work and all in one day's time and at affordable prices. Erik's in downtown Madison rules! Go there, you won't be disappointed.
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