By Dave Bragdon
Spring is upon us, Bushwick. It’s the perfect time to dust off your bike and go for a ride. Hardcore cyclists have been riding all winter, but a lot of us have let our bikes sit, neglected — maybe without fixing that last flat, or something worse.
If your bike is busted and needs love, head to one of these Bushwick bike shops for a tune up or flat fix.
#1 Bravo’s Bike Repairs
187 Wilson Ave
Brooklyn, NY 11237
Open since: 2005
Tune up: $25-$30, depending on the bike.
Turnaround time: 1 day
Flat fix: $8
#2 Bushwick Bicycles
308 Irving Ave
Brooklyn, NY 11237
Open since: 2010
Tune up: $28 for single speed. $48 for multi-speed.
Turnaround time: 1 day
Flat fix: $11
#3 Bushwick Bike Shop
1345a DeKalb Ave
Brooklyn, NY 11221
Open since: 2008
Tune up: $70
Turnaround time: 3-5 days
Flat fix: $12
#4 Post Bike Shop
257 Varet St
Brooklyn, NY 11206
Open since: 2008
Tune up: $50 for single speed. $65 for multi-speed.
Turnaround time: 1-2 days
Flat fix: $10-$12
#5 Rajel’s Handtruck Service
122 Central Ave
Brooklyn, NY 11221
Open since: 2010
Tune up: $45
Turnaround time: Same day
Flat fix: $8
