Frank's Bike Shop

No image or hype here !
( a refreshing change from some other bike stores in Manhattan, who are often staffed by the most unhelpful and rude people you ll find anywhere ).
OK so the shop is a cramped but you are nt going to live there, and that s part of its charm. Every time you go, there s always something to listen to or look at while you wait for their attention .... it really is like some ones backyard fix it shop or house .
I bought two bikes at 90% of the lowest price everyone else offered. I did nt even have to ask.
They are busy though, so be prepared to wait.
Recommended for women who don t know anything about bikes, as they will patiently explain the best options without talking down to you and with absolutely no pressure.
Frank 's should be proclaimed a NATIONAL CYCLING TREASURE.

vic biker

I've been going here for over 12 years... after having a bad experience at another local chop shop (tried to scam me $100 for a tune-up) Usually I get a tune, new tubes, or brakes adjusted every few years... a few times he didn't even charge me, mostly I always pay far less than I expect. But the low cost is half of it... it's a nice, down to earth neighborhood place so you feel like you're at your friend's dad's house who happens to fix and sell bikes. Not to mention it's great to see local kids, hipsters, bike messengers, road racers, all milling about casually... and a great array of bikes parked out front: new, vintage, folders, choppers and low riders . Definitely bike mecca.

If I lived in the neighborhood, I'd be happy to do business here regularly. I recently stopped by while looking to buy a new bike. The staff made me feel right at home and spent plenty of time anwering my questions, yet never made me feel any pressure to buy.
I ended up buying a bike elsewhere mainly because Frank's is a long trek from where I live, and I need to be able to get back to the shop easily if I need any tune ups or repairs.

PROS: Superfriendly staff
CONS: Extremely cramped store

Sometimes the wait is long (especially on Summer weekends), and the little shop is crowded, but Frank's has great deals on used bicycles. He also provides great service after your purchase, sometimes free, sometimes cheap. Good people.

PROS: selection, price, attitude
CONS: a little far from public transport (if you need to go pick up your bike)

I went there to have my bike fixed: the service was very quick, friendly and unexpensive! They also fixed my friends bike for free (it was just a small repair). I would defenitely go back there if my bike will have problems in the future...and would reccomed the service to my friends too.

When my montain bike needed repair, I choose Franks Bike Shop. There was a problem where the chain will come off and there was a squeek in the front tire. Also, when the front suspension was moving, it would start making a nose. Found out it was just some minor adjustments that needed to be done and they finished the bike within a day and rode throughout the summer with no problems. They were very honest and never tried to sell more than what the repair needed.

I recently had a problem with my bike and a neighbor told me to take it to Frank's Bike Shop. They took a look at it and told me there was a problem with one of the tires, and they were able to fix it in a few minutes for very little money. A few minutes later I was out the door. I use my bike a lot when I'm in the city, so finding a good bike shop is very important to me, and Franks is a good bike shop.

Frank's is a full service bike shop, providing equipment, repairs, free air for your timres, and rentals. They sell and repair ALL kinds of bikes, both children's and adults (also stationary bikes).
The place has the old time mom and pop type shop, where you really feel like you are being taken care of.

PROS: Wonderful people / service
CONS: Inside the store is a bit cramped

Franks bike shop has amazing one of a kind bikes for those of you who are looking for that hart to find bicycle. Also, its a great place for people who are just starting out on their riding careers, because they are extremely friendly and helpful. I had a friend who went in and the guy working there even gave her a few free lessons out of the shop but I dont know if that is standard.