If you can hear more than the wind while you ride, your bike is asking for attention.

Common signs you need bike service:

• Squeaky or weak-feeling brakes

• Clicking, grinding, or crunching noises while pedaling

• Chain skipping or rough, hesitant shifting

• Wobbly wheels or a “loose” feeling front end

• The bike just doesn’t feel as smooth or as safe as it used to

If you’re not sure what you’re hearing or feeling, bring the bike in — we’ll take a quick look and point you in the right direction.

Bike service isn’t just about fixing obvious problems, it’s about preventing expensive failures and keeping you confident on every ride.

• Small issues (a stretched chain, worn brake pads, dry cables) can quietly damage more expensive parts if ignored.

• Our Florida heat, humidity, and salty air are extremely hard on bikes, which means more frequent service than in cooler, drier climates.

Regular service keeps your bike:

• Safer

• Smoother

• More efficient

• Less expensive to maintain over time

Most riders should plan on at least an annual tune-up.

Service frequency depends on:

• How many miles/hours you ride

• How often you ride in rain, heat, or salty air

• Whether the bike is stored indoors or outdoors

As a general rule for Sarasota riders:

• Casual riders: once per year

• Frequent / fitness riders: every 6-8 months

• Performance / race riders: more often, depending on use and events

Regular service at these intervals will help your bike:

• Shift more cleanly

• Brake more confidently

• Last longer between major repairs — especially in Florida’s tough climate

We’ll always be honest with you — and we ask the same in return.

If your bike hasn’t had a proper tune-up in years, is very dirty, or has been sitting in a garage or outside for a long time, it may need more than a quick “simple check-up.”

Instead of aiming for the lowest-cost option, we’ll:

• Inspect the bike’s overall condition

• Explain what it realistically needs to be safe and rideable again

• Prioritize repairs that give you the best value for your budget

We’re not here to oversell. We’re here to bring the bike back to life the right way.

We do our very best to keep a 72hr business days turnaround, we know you want to take advantage of your available riding time. This can depend on parts, we stock most of the common bicycle parts required for service and repairs, but if your bike needs a special order that typically takes a few more days.

We know you bought your bike to ride it, not to have it sit in a service queue.

For many repairs and tune-ups, we offer a 24-hour turnaround option for an additional $50 rush fee, subject to availability. Sarasota Popcycles

• Please call ahead so we can confirm we have time and parts available to expedite your service.

For standard (non-rush) service, turnaround will depend on our current schedule and any parts that may need to be ordered.

We offer three service tune up levels. CLICK RIGHT HERE for the detailed tune-up chart !

Alongside these packages, we also perform individual problem-specific repairs, such as:

• Brake adjustments and hydraulic brake bleeds

• Wheel truing and spoke replacement

• Drivetrain repairs (chains, cassettes, derailleurs)

• Bottom bracket and headset service Sarasota Popcycles

If you’re not sure which level you need, we’ll help you choose the right service based on how and where you ride.

We offer outstanding service & repair any type of bicycle. Hybrids, cruisers, city, fitness, mountain, road bikes and race bikes, however we DO NOT service three wheel bikes, recumbent bikes, kids bikes under 24” wheel size, fitness equipment or online E-bikes. Regular bikes purchased online are case by case evaluation basis.

We are a Trek / Electra bike authorized dealer, however we service and repair all major brands of regular bikes and Ebikes including Trek, Electra, Specialized, Giant, Fuji, Felt, Scott, Cannondale, Aventon, Lectric, Magnum bikes, Canyon, Bianchi, Pinarello, Colnago, Orbea, BMC, Cervelo, Surly, Marin, Jamis, plus many more including bikes sold at Dicks or REI.

On a case by case basis we will also service some online brands that are of the higher quality. We do not service low end dept store bikes. Give us a call and ask.

POPcycles is a certified Bosch, Hydrive, Hyena, TQ, BEP, and Shimano Steps eBike service center. We are factory trained to service and repair the mechanical / electrical system. We stock the most critical factory Bosch and Hyena parts so we can get you back on your bike quickly. We can also make sure you're up to date with the latest Bosch, Hyena, TQ, BEP or Shimano Steps software and complete computer diagnostic health check including a print out for you to keep.

Additionally we service and repair newer Ebike brands such Aventon, Lectric and Magnum bikes. Due to a nationwide recall on Rad Power bike batteries for fire hazzards we will not preform any service on them.

Please do not call us regarding any other electric bikes other than the above mentioned systems as many online purchased Ebikes are very low quality poorly designed and built. We do not have any parts, access to parts or service info for them, we DO NOT service any part of these bikes including NOT replacing tubes or tires.

Experience is more than just years of riding a bike.

Our mechanics have:

• Over 13 years of professional bicycle mechanical experience

• Factory training and certifications in modern component systems

  • Shimano TEC

  • SRAM

  • Trek

  • Bosch

That means your bike is worked on by technicians who understand current technology, proper tools, and up-to-date service procedures, not just “what worked back in the day.”

Here’s what you can expect when you drop your bike off for service:

1. We listen first
   We’ll ask what you’ve noticed: noises, shifting issues, brake concerns, comfort problems, or anything else.

2. Quick on-the-spot assessment
   We’ll check tire wear, test the brakes, spin the wheels, and measure chain stretch to get a snapshot of the bike’s overall condition. Sarasota Popcycles

3. Recommend the right service level
   Based on what we find, we’ll recommend the service package and any parts needed to make the bike safe, reliable, and fun again.

4. Hidden wear and real-world decisions
   Once your bike is in the work stand, we may find hidden worn or damaged parts that weren’t visible at check-in. When that happens, we’ll replace or repair what’s required to keep the bike safe and working properly.

   • We generally go ahead with reasonable, bike-shop-quality parts without calling every time.

   • If something unusually expensive is required, we’ll contact you before proceeding. Sarasota Popcycles

We’re an honest, rider-focused shop. We do not install excessively expensive parts on a bike that doesn’t justify it, and we don’t “over-service” just to add to the bill.

Modern shifting systems require modern tools.

If your bike uses Shimano Di2 or SRAM AXS and needs:

• Gear adjustments

• Firmware updates

• Electronic diagnostics

There is an additional $34 service charge for the time and tools required to connect to our diagnostic laptop and perform electronic service. Sarasota Popcycles

Diagnostic time for complex errors, intermittent issues, or detailed troubleshooting is billed separately based on the time required

Item descriptionBring your bike by the shop during business hours or call us to talk through what you’re experiencing.

We’ll help you choose the right service level and get you back out riding smooth, quiet, and confident.

es — POPcycles provides fast service for riders across Sarasota County, including Palmer Ranch, Gulf Gate, Bee Ridge, Lakewood Ranch, Osprey, Nokomis and Siesta Key.

Yes, many riders from Venice, Lakewood Ranch, and downtown Sarasota visit us because of our fast turnaround and Trek-certified service.