Best Bike Store

Bike mechanic Roger Nelson answers the phone with a bellow, but he settles right down and gives out good reasons why Idealbikes (they’re the young pup on the scene: 18 months at the Barrington Street location; three years all together) is great. “We have the best mechanics and give the best customer service.” Nelson also gives good nod to other mechanics: “We have a huge respect for other mechanics, guys like Dave Nauss, who have taught us lots.” 1678 Barrington, 444-7433

1st runner-up Cyclesmith, 6112 Quinpool, 425-1756

2nd runner-up Jack Nauss Bicycle Shop, 2533 Agricola, 429-0024