Clever Cycles Bicycle &amp; Ebike Store

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"The bikes available at Clever Cycles come with the usual setup: two wheels, pedals, gears, handlebars, etc. It’s just that the compositions of each are not always what you’d expect. They have standard commuter bikes, sure, but also folding bikes, electric bikes, bikes for hauling cargo, bikes for hauling small family members. There’s also all the gear you’ll need to keep rolling through any season. Plus, you can also rent a bike to tour the city, and it’s only a short hop to the riverside trail." - Kevin M. Fitzgerald

Clever Cycles Bicycle & Ebike Store

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"Weird Bikes R Us This is a beautiful bike shop in the Hawthorne neighborhood catering to the conventional —and the not-so-standard—two-wheel transport. I was astounded at some of the new "looks" in cycling. It's eye candy even to the most disinterested shopper. The folks at Clever are knowledgable in a PDX kind of way and they wont attempt to give you a hard sell. Instead, expect plenty of anecdotes with no shortage of "I happen to commute on this..." sort of talk that keeps things real. Stop in, pedal out. Now that's clever. Whether you're a serious shopper looking for a new set of wheels or just curious about how bizarre bike design is becoming, a stop by Clever is sure to satisfy your curiosity. I went into Clever with a friend who was in the market for a high-end folding bike—specifically, the Brompton. Made in the UK, this handful of masterfully designed machine can easily set you back over a grand. Clever has some in stock and handles special orders, shipped to anywhere. My friend did buy a Brompton, special order because they didn't have his color. Critical component. More important than brakes. I couldn't help but ask myself, "Do I really need this quality in a bicycle? I mean, two wheels, a chain, some pedals, a seat and some bars, done." Apparently for the bike enthusiast, that's not clever enough."

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"Clever Cycles, Hawthorne by Kevin M. Fitzgerald. The bikes available at Clever Cycles come with the usual setup: two wheels, pedals, gears, handlebars, etc. It’s just that the compositions of each are not always what you’d expect. They have standard commuter bikes, sure, but also folding bikes, electric bikes, bikes for hauling cargo, bikes for hauling small family members. There’s also all the gear you’ll need to keep rolling through any season. Plus, you can also rent a bike to tour the city, and it’s only a short hop to the riverside trail."

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shawn P.

Google

I had wanted to buy a Brompton bike for years and when the opportunity came I went to Clever to ask questions . The people were so kind and generous with their time and information. I was never pressured to buy. I left and continued to look at options. That next week I walked in and bought my bike from another great team member. The experience was wonderful. I love my bike and found a great shop! Go here if you plan to spend your hard earned money lol!!

Ryan N.

Google

Marlainna, Angelena, and Liz were all very helpful and knowledgeable helping me get set up with a Tern Vektron with all the accessories. Very happy with the entire shop's service and my purchase! I think folding bikes are criminally underrated, it's amazing that they're now available with electric assistance

Emily K.

Google

I bought a used Tern Quick Haul that was originally purchased at Clever Cycles. When I was in the process of buying the used bike, they helped me assess a few issues with it free of charge! So of course, I brought it to them for a tune up and to buy a bunch of accessories. They always answered my questions and went above and beyond with the service they provided. I was extremely happy working with them and they have 100% won my loyalty!

Rose

Google

Great service! Great people! Desmond helped me from the beginning to end. And he knew the bikes so well. And went over the top to make sure I was happy. I will definitely recommend Clever Cycles! Thank Desmond

Vegline

Google

Not only a beautiful bicycle shop. Clever cycles has fantastic customer service that is willing and ready to assist you with a bike, gear & information. If they can’t answer your question they try to find someone who can. I have been going to Clever cycles for years and the service is still great!

Pamela H.

Google

Been a customer of Clever for at least four years - first as repair on my proprietary ebike (which isn't popular with many ebike repair shops), then with my used Linus 7-speed, and (finally!!) to buy my upgraded dream ebike (Tern HSD). Staff is amazingly responsive, helpful, and no-pressure. Thanks to Sarah for all her answers about Tern even when out on a group bike ride. Really appreciate everyone who works here. Thank you, thank you, thank you all ❤️

Michael F.

Google

We came in to ride a couple Brompton bikes. We loved them but felt they were just a little small. They showed us the G Line coming out and we ordered two, they were to the store in 2 days fully set up and ready to ride with all our accessories in a couple hours. The staff has really gone above and beyond. We will be returning customers as long as we can. *1 day update* we’ve put 2 short 5 mile rides in so far and just fine tuned our seat placement and got the stops in the seat post. They feel so amazing to ride and having the internal 8 speed in the g line makes shifting a dream! Thanks again!

Edmund Y.

Google

Best Place to Purchase my Brompton folding bicycles was at Clever Cycles in Portland, Oregon!!! I just had to share this review and if I could offer more than 5 stars (which is rare), I would to Clever Cycles as they deserve it! These are my top reasons for making my significant purchase of my Brompton folding bicycles with Clever Cycles: 1) You save $$ by not paying Sales Tax (if you live a state with sales tax). In fact, it was cheaper to buy my Brompton from Clever Cycles than if I were to order directly from the Brompton website itself, so do yourself a favor and save some $ by going to Clever Cycles, in my case I saved hundreds of dollars. 2) Their Pro Build is FREE when buying a Brompton and it ensures they open the box from the factory and build up the bike to ensure everything is in good working order before shipping to my address for free. 3) Everyone is knowledgeable and helpful when it comes to any questions about purchasing a Brompton or any bike, with top notch customer service. 4) When buying additional parts or accessories to be added on with your purchase, also no Sales Tax on those items, so you save money! 5) When you sign up for their membership online (free) you can accrue points to be used as credit toward future purchases. I had read about their great reviews online and also seen some Youtube videos from others who have gone to Clever Cycles for their Bromptons/bicycles, and I whole heartedly agree Clever Cycles is one of the best bike shops in the USA if you are looking to buy/invest in a Brompton folding bicycle. I had been thinking about purchasing a Brompton for about 3-5 years on and off, and finally pulled the trigger when Brompton online had a sale which Clever Cycles matched. Not only did they give me amazing service and answered all my questions when ordering my Bromptons but after my comment about one of my P Line saddle's having a mark after delivery, they took care of me without me asking. That is exceptional customer service! I was so happy to use their pro build option where I was able to purchase my preferred Ergon grips, Advanced rear rack, etc. I mainly paid for the items and they included all the labor for free when installing the Brompton handlebars and advance rack. I also asked them to help me add 3M protective tape onto my frame and handlebar stem to protect the paint - which they did for a reasonable amount. Any other parts I added on like Brompton toolkit x2, spare chains/quick links, inner tubes, etc also had no sales tax and their prices were the same as Brompton's online site. It ended up being cheaper for me since I was out of state vs if I had ordered those items from the Brompton website directly I would have had to pay sales tax but through Clever Cycles I saved $. Combined with their knowledgeable staff, amazing prices (no sales tax), and their free pro build, my Brompton's arrived in great condition and worked great out of the box as they had built them up and tested/properly, indexed all the gears, so I could just ride and enjoy them without any no issues. I truly wish I had a Clever Cycles in my area, but grateful they are able to help people from all over the USA if you are looking to purchase a Brompton/bicycle or accessories. Thank you again Clever Cycles for such a wonderful purchasing experience, and looking forward to having an opportunity to visit your store in person in the future!

Cindy C.

Yelp

Ah-mazing customer service. Aaron and Kevin were absolute angels when it came to assisting me with my shiny new Brompton & it's rack needs. Even close to closing and a storm on it's way they wanted to make sure that I was able to leave the shop with my bike ready to go. I've even had instances where my motor was having issues on the roadside, and called in and they were able to help me troubleshoot it. The customer service I've received every time I've come in has been superb and they are so extremely honest about the products they carry in store. They only offer the best. One of the gals, I can't quite remember her name at this moment, but she helped me buy my Brompton originally she gifted me these amazing wheels I've been pumped to try that give you bidirectional motion. She said she didn't use them anymore and was happy to gift them when they were on display. My experience here has always been a 10/10!

Kierstyn A.

Yelp

I brought in my new ebike to get the brakes looked at. The employees were welcoming, the work done very quickly, and at a very reasonable rate! Looking forward to going here for all my ebike needs in the future! Highly recommend this spot!

Tri T.

Yelp

I saw this bike in Amsterdam last summer and fell in love with it. I ordered it with Dean and it showed up the same day as my 60th BD . I love the color combination, the weight and the ride is super fun. The initial set up for the bike and and registration also performed smoothly before the delivery. Thanks for the customer service, sale team and tech support to answer all my questions. Special thanks to Dean and Anjuli. As I am a photographer. I wish Brompton has an option for a universal front rack that can accommodate camera bags without Brompton front carrier block adaptation . Again thank you all for your help and support. Will continue to shop there in the future for sure. Happy New Year! Tri Tran

S O.

Yelp

It was great to be able to go to a local bike shop and purchase the exact model bicycle that I was looking for. The staff is friendly and knowledgeable and very willing to help with finding the right size bike, which is so important for the safety of a little kid who is a new rider! I'm glad they're around!

Nicholas D.

Yelp

Good place - Bromptons are the best folding bicycles that I know of. The mechanics are friendly.

Felice K.

Yelp

I recently bought an electric Bluejay bike from Clever Cycles and everything about the experience had been great. I was replacing a bike that did not have a local service option (van moof) so a friendly and convenient shop was a priority for me. I also wanted my bike to be cute-- it's my ride!! I test rode a lot of different bikes on the floor, and ended up getting a different model than I expected. In the first month I've ridden about 200 miles on it and it's super fun and efficient. I took it into Clever Cycles for its tune up and the staff answered all my questions and were really nice, which isn't always the case. I think local shops like Clever Cycles can help get more folks out riding bikes and feeling comfortable-- thanks for the good work! Only thing I would change would be adding evening hours one or two days a week to make it easier for commuters to get bikes serviced.

Laura M.

Yelp

Excellent customer service! Found this place scouring the internet for an item sold out and on backorder absolutely everywhere. They answered all my questions on the phone every time I called. Instead of waiting 2 months for the backordered item, I received it in less than one week!! And no, I didn't pay for expedited shipping. Shipping was totally reasonable, especially considering it was a large item going across the country. Looking at their website they seem to have premium products. If we ever visit Portland again we will absolutely make sure we go here too.

Brad V.

Yelp

I purchased a Brompton bike from this business. They shipped it when they said they would, communicated clearly, and showed me a model for customer service that I wish other businesses could live up to, Was it cheap? No. Was it a reasonable price for a great product and excellent service? Absolutely. Clever, you do a great job. All the best to your business and excellent employees. And I love my bike.

Fei X.

Yelp

Lovely people, lovely store. I often purchase things from clever cycle online and ships to California. Their return policy is also reasonable, and kindly answered all my questions. Then I decided to visit the store when I was in Portland and rented a brompton. I can only window seeing the store because of COVID. But it is such a cute corner location with well knowledgeable people!

Daniel M.

Yelp

Was in search of a Gazelle C8 and was treated with nothing but disrespect at another dealer in Portland. Headed over to this shop and was amazed at the positive attitude that I received. Left with a brand new Gazelle C8. Highly recommend this dealer. And Laurie was great!

Mari H.

Yelp

Great shop! This store has an extensive selection of bikes, including cargo bikes, and electrics. The accessories and add ons will keep you here to outfit your new ride. Everyone I spoke with was helpful and knowledgeable without being overly salesy. I'm visiting from out of town and this might be where my next bike is from. Love the selection.

Hannah L.

Yelp

I'm not in the Portland, OR area, I am in the SF Bay Area, and since our SIP enforcement continues to be extended, I thought that this would be a great time to pick up a new hobby. The hobby that I picked was biking (along with everyone else in the US) and of course I pick out a bike that is sold out everywhere, which is classic behavior for me. I was searching high and low for a Linus Mixte 3 and I FINALLY found it at Clever Cycles. I called the shop a few times to understand my options for shipping the bike from Oregon to California. Each employee that I spoke with were incredibly helpful and friendly -- shout out Eva & Dylan!! When I was able to confirm that they had the bike & that I could purchase it, I was helped by a super friendly guy named Dean. Dean answered each of my questions, and I assure you there were a lot. Dean walked me through shipment, payment, etc, and was incredibly patient throughout the entire process. Thank you, so much Dean! It's too bad I did not get to meet any of you in person, but based on the amazing service I received, I'll only be ordering anything bike related from Clever! Thank you again!!

Beth D.

Yelp

Fantastic experience! We had limited time on our road trip through Portland, OR and with lots of bike shops to choose from I think we found the best one! Even during these chaotic times their employee Liz really took her time and answered all of our questions, since they were plentiful because we are still beginners to the biking world. Lol. After clearly dropping some major bike knowledge on us we felt super confident and comfortable with the new bike addition we ended up buying two bikes! Thank you so much Liz for your great vibes and bicycle knowledge and Thank you Clever Cycles for helping us start our cycling adventures around the world!

robin b.

Yelp

I decided to take the leap and get an ebike. I researched a lot online and went to several bikeshops to test ride various brands but my head was still swimming with information overload. And frankly, I was really disappointed most ebikes are so ugly. I went to clever on a sunny saturday and it was a madhouse. Still, an employee quickly came to help me but it was too overwhelming for me so I returned on a weekday around lunchtime. Most of the employees were unloading a delivery truck and two were in the middle of working on bikes. One of them cheerfully set that task aside and patiently answered all my questions and helped me test ride 3 bikes. I was there for quite awhile. I went home. I called the next day with more questions and another employee was super helpful over the phone. Finally I purchased the bike. When I went to pick it up a third employee spent time with me as I practiced how to properly lock it up. I've always ridden second hand beater bikes so this was a huge investment for me and I really appreciated that everyone I encountered in the shop was respectful of that. They didn't rush me even though they had customers spending more on other bikes. I am now the happy owner of a Linus Ember. It rides like a dream and is pretty cute. Thank you Clever Cycles!

Scott L.

Yelp

This happened in 2018, but I was reminded of it today, when I came across the receipt and it made me angry all over. In July 2018, I brought my Bike Friday folding touring bicycle into the shop and pointed to the wheels and told the sales clerk that I needed tubes for the bike. I figured Clever Cycle would be the best place to get these tubes since they specialize in folding bicycles. I told him I was going on a touring trip to the Netherlands and I wanted some spare tubes. He sold me several. Great! or so I thought. Flash forward to my trip when I get a bad flat and the tubes don't fit. I tried to patch the existing tube but it was too badly ripped. I ended up having to abort a leg of my trip in order to take a train to Maastricht to get the correct replacement tubes. I could understand the clerk's mistake if I had not brought in my bike, but I had made the extra effort to bring in the bike to avoid any mistakes.

Robert B.

Yelp

Accidentally I disconnected an expensive -- $150! -- ebike front light ripping the wiring from inside the light. Took it to a local bike shop for advise on "repairability". They recommended Clever Cycles as a shop familiar with bike lights. Got in touch with them and described problem requiring re-soldering wiring to light motherboard. They said they'd have a go at the fix. Within a day, they repaired the light for a reasonable price and then, at my request, reconnected light the the Bosch ebike system. Very impressed with Eva and her colleagues and their "can do" spirit. Thank you, Clever Cycles!

Shan M.

Yelp

After emailing with the shop, drove from Seattle to Portland to buy a bike, had $3500 in my pocket ready to go. Was greeted with a closed show room (due to Covid) and a suspicious store owner (Eva) asking if I had an appointment... even though they'd said to come by anytime between 11-5pm. I had to show her the email, and she locked the door and left me standing on the street to confirm my story. The exchange degenerated from there.... I felt that she was much more interested in enforcing her rules than letting me purchase a very expensive bicycle. There was no way she was going to let me in (mask and all) to her store to perhaps look at what models they had available... basically she wanted me to take the bike she shoved out onto the sidewalk and slide the cash under the door. I'm all for Covid safety, but they should have let me know before I made the trip. All in all it was an irritating experience. I'll spend my money elsewhere.

Mark H.

Yelp

Clever Cycles certainly owns their niche in Portland: high end European town bikes and the requisite lifestyle accoutrements. I guess if this is how you roll and this is what you need, then this is where you get it. I've been in a few times looking for this or that, and found them not very friendly or particularly helpful. Last time I was in I spoke with (I assume) the owner, who was clearly in a Very Bad Mood and more concerned with the minutiae of her business then customers. To be honest, I don't get the high-end ultra style Euro bike thing. Kind of like a Scion xB, you get it or you don't.

Zeina E.

Yelp

Great friendly service!! We were visiting Portland from Washington. We had been looking for a balance bike in a 20inch size and just happened to find one here. Thank you guys for the great customer service and all the help! I would definetly come back in the future for ther bike purchases!

Alicia P.

Yelp

Although I have (yet) to buy a bike from CC, I felt the need to review it. The female owner answered my questions on the phone ("yes, I need a 15" bike-I am only 5 feet tall.") After answering my questions on the phone, I went in person a few days later to check their stock out in person. (Two stores in Portland have bikes in my size for less than 1k /end rant!!!) The same lady helped me and was super nice and understanding about my situation- total bike newbie. She answered every question I had in a nice, simple and no condescending manner. I rode the cutest Dutch bike I have seen and it is on sale! She let me inspect and ride wobbly around the corner for a while. even though there was no rental available in my size she allowed me to take an "extended test ride" where a friend and I rode around the neighborhood for 30 mins. Unsure after over an hour of chatter and questions, the owner told me to sleep on it with no pressure. She was nice and funny and I am still considering the Dutch Gazelle bike.

L W.

Yelp

Awesome Experience! I wanted to get a Brompton Bike for my birthday and this was the only online store that actually had the Bike with all the stock features and gear options that I wanted. I had a small issue initially placing my order online but after phoning in and speaking with a very friendly and informed Staff member Jeremy who took my order over the phone and had my bike in the mail by the end of the day. I highly recommend Clever Cycle, very efficient service and helpful employees. ----L

Karen V.

Yelp

Great selection of bikes and superior customer service. I rented a Brompton folding bike and they made sure to give me the type I was considering to purchase. The next day I bought one, with no sales tax as a bonus. Appreciate all the help. Dean is very knowledgeable.

Elvira M.

Yelp

Now, children it is story time. Once upon a time, I set out on my bicycle to journey to meet up with Joshua C. at a YPOP event in the distant land of the Southeast. (To hear more about that see my review of Blitz Ladd). About to mount my trusty cycling steed, I realized that no beam shone forth from my front headlight. Oh, woe! Oh, woe! But no time to mourn, it is 5pm and jobless Joshua C. will soon be all alone, adrift in a sea of gloating and happily employed Portland yuppies. Heavy with my loss, I pedaled to the local bike store, which will remain UNNAMED due to my strong belief in not wreaking VENGENCE on those I have not thoroughly tested. Ten minutes pass, as I, the lone customer, stare, eyes glazing at my luminating options, while three staffers chatter in a bike-hipster manner. Finally, "Miss," (MISS!?!!! What century is this?) "do you need some help?" Thanks for offering, but no thanks for your entirely unhelpful help. I choose the cheapest one out of frustration. Out of the shop, the battery compartment won't open, and I have no screwdriver to attach the mount, so back again to the unhelpful store. "Miss?" (ARGH!) "What brings you back here?" "Well, I can't open the battery compartment, and I was wondering if could borrow a screwdriver to attach the mount." "Genericmalename," says unhelpful employee to another, "Put the batteries in the light and take care of everything else." It's actually a kindly fellow-customer who shows me how open the light myself. Give a girl a fish, and she will keep coming back to your store with annoying questions. Teach a girl to fish, and she will get her own fish and leave you alone. It's in your own self-interest to not treat me as incompetent. Anyway, why dwell on the blemishes of the past? Again I am off. The phone rings, it is Joshua C. I tell him my woes, and that I will arrive soon. Fast forward, now over the Morrison Bridge, to 9th Avenue on the South East side. I'm running late, as I reach back into my pack to pull out the address. My back light is attached to the lip of my bag, and as I fumble, I accidentally flick the light, which flies to the ground, shattering, shrapnels of bike light things raining down on the pavement. Oh woe! OH WOE! But what was that little cycling shop on the last corner I saw? Clever Cycles! Quickly, I rush to the door. They close at 6; it's 6:05pm. Woe! But, Joy! The door opens. Oh, such joy! Folding bikes, bakfiets! Cool leather seats! And other super-cool things that I am not bike-hip enough to know about! Massive points for excellent store design and inventory. No one's at the desk, but them a salesMAN materializes. I emphasize MAN, as again I was helped by two men, both of who must know infinitely more about bikes than I, but I was treated with respect and kindness. It's after closing? No, not a problem for us to sell you a light. And, I will offer to attach it to your bike for you, and spend time analyzing the best place for you to put your light. And, no, not once was I called "Miss." If you want to call me anything, call me Ma'am. It's what they call ranking female officers in the military, and, for all you know, I could be one. And I'll make sure that Clever Cycles gets all the military cycling contracts.

Surya B.

Yelp

Rude & Lying Over-The-Phone Service. I called Clever Cycles today to inquire about purchasing an Xtracycle Free Radical for my bike. I had heard great things about them and hoped to make them my new bike shop. When I inquired as to why their Free Radical sets are $50 more than other shops, first the Employee lied, saying it was the standard Xtracycle price. When I said that Xtracycle charges only $399, she countered that they were only a web shop whereas Clever Cycles runs an actual store. I tried to explain that Citybikes Annex sells them for $399, but she cut me off with a mean-spirited 'yeah, well good luck getting one' and hung up on me. I guess I'll never be patronizing Clever Cycles. While I'm fine with paying extra for a real store with helpful employees, and I understand that not everyone can wheel-and-deal, I feel I was treated rudely, and the only reason to pay extra for items in person is for customer service, which their employee was sorely lacking.

Joshua D.

Yelp

I went in to Clever Cycles primarily because they have a large stock of Brooks saddles. I'm not sure any other shop in Portland does. The nice lady with a Euro accent was so helpful to my ignorant ass trying to pick from one of twenty on the wall. She even held up a bike that had the B68 for me to try to decide whether or not it was too wide while I was flailingly attempting to determine my pedal reach. Their selection of racks, saddles, fenders, and other commuter style accessories is the largest I have come across in Portland and the staff is incredibly helpful. I am a new commuter on my bike, not some fixie weirdo or a racer. This shop has the kind of things I drool over for my new ride.

Adam R.

Yelp

I made my first trip to Clever Cycles yesterday to learn more about better saddle options for my fairly well customized 15 year old mountain bike grocery getter commuter tourer trail rider whatever. I was pleased first to not be looked down upon for having an old Trek 830 as my favorite bike, and yes, that has happened at some shops I have visited. The person out front (forgot to get her name) was very helpful in explaining the different saddle options and explaining a bit about Brooks saddles. The other person in the back shop (didn't get her name, either) very efficiently installed the saddle and adjusted it's height and angle. I left with a lovely B135 fully sprung Rube Goldberg looking saddle, perfect for the "oh it's pavement, now it's gravel, now it's a dirt path, now its a grassy field" kind of biking I regularly encounter. A test ride confirmed that this was a good choice. I saw a well-organized, well-stocked, welcoming shop, with a good selection of accessories and I will be back. Thank you! If you think of bicycles as practical modes of travel, if you are just as likely to wear your work clothes while pedaling as lycra gear, then this is a good place for you.

Pat R.

Yelp

When I moved to Portland, I visited 14 bike shops (!) in three days before finally buying a nice hipstery-looking bike from Clever Cycles. A year later, when that bike was stolen out of my backyard (LOCK YOUR BIKES EVERYWHERE, PEOPLE), I went back to Clever Cycles and bought another bike from them. It was a no-brainer. They're friendly, they have a great selection, and their repair/maintenance team is top notch (shoutout to Adriel, great guy). When my bike was miraculously returned to me a week later (REGISTER YOUR BIKES, PEOPLE), I brought the new bike back, and Clever Cycles returned it, no questions asked. I cannot recommend Clever Cycles highly enough.

Emily G.

Yelp

One of my favorite bike shops. They have great service, excellent products, and gorgeous bicycles. They're very knowledgeable about dynamo lighting and internally-geared hubs. My go-to shop for family/cargo biking and folding bikes.

Alex H.

Yelp

I visited Clever Cycles for sales help and mechanic support. The sales staff is friendly and accommodating. I was shopping for a new bicycle for my fiancé and we were helped by two women who understand the needs of a female cyclist, especially when most bikes aren't designed for women. Overall on the shopping side, fantastic and helpful. On the mechanic side, the service was helpful but not as friendly. I explained that I had been troubleshooting a flat tire issue for some time and without much conversation I was told, "it's something in the tire," without any plans for resolution. I prodded further and the mechanic inspected my tire, finding that it was indeed something in the tire (not debris, but the tire itself had worn out and the cable was tearing my tubes.) Though his prognosis was correct, there wasn't effective communication on next steps. They were efficient at solving the problem, but overall I didn't feel comfortable during my interaction with the mechanic.

Sue B.

Yelp

I've patronized dozens of bike stores all across the country, and Clever Cycles is by far my favorite. From day one, when I walked in and wanted to know if they could Xtracyclify my crappy old mountain bike, they learned my name and remembered it. Now, two months later, I'm greeted with a wave, a, 'Hi Sue!' and sometimes even a hug. That's my kind of shop! In addition to being wonderfully warm, Clever Cycles has stellar products, very knowledgeable staff (most of whom are actually owners), and top notch wrenches. These people are not only experts, they are pioneers in the 'Functional Cycling' (a term I just coined) field. And have you read their blog? It's mostly (all?) written by Todd, one of the owners. That blog is where I learned about the superiority of wool shirts. I now own two, and I hate to wear anything else. Even in blazing 97 degree heat, my wool shirt keeps me cool when I ride; it's amazing! OK, I could go on and on but I'll leave you with one parting fact: I bought my Xtracycle from them, and loved them enough to refer all my friends and family to them, and now I'm about to get another bike from them, too. Clever Cycles rocks.

Tyson B.

Yelp

Great place to get your bike serviced! I've had my old Torker serviced at other bike shops, but it's never ridden as well as it has after Jeremy worked on it. He was really helpful and explained things well to me.

Eli G.

Yelp

It's awesome coming to a bike store and being treated like an intelligent human being, by another intelligent human being. I came here expecting to buy a $200 bag for my Brompton while on vacation from Seattle. Todd, the salesman, has made me into a permanent Clever Cycles fan. Rather than letting me buy the $200 bag, he helped me understand that for my needs, I'd be just as well off with a $40 cover and would be making a bad decision to spend the extra bucks. He was ready to let me purchase the $40 cover and call it a day, but I had to admit I was piqued by his obviously considerable Brompton knowledge, and started asking him about the kinds of modifications he did to his own Brompton. And I ended up walking out with another $160 worth of gear and an autographed copy of Mia Birk's book. While Todd joked that he was a terrible salesman in convincing me to buy something 1/5th the price of what I'd planned, the fact is that I spent a bit more than I'd originally planned...just on the right stuff. (As an aside, visiting this store was the first time in the US where I didn't have to translate what the salesperson was saying into my cycling needs, as a car-free person who actually isn't just tossing my bike onto an SUV for recreation.)

Jamie L.

Yelp

First off, the store is beautiful. I wouldn't care if it weren't, but it really is stunning. A man helped me find a lock and a helmet and was very knowledgeable about product details. He walked outside to look at my bike and decide what lock would fit with it. However, and this is kind of silly, but I do wish he would have simply pointed out a mirror somewhere for me to check out the helmet I was trying on, to see that I looked absolutely ridiculous. Granted, helmets are not meant to be attractive, they're meant to save your life. But seriously, It's a bit of out control huge. I even cracked a joke about not even looking in the mirror before I bought it, but he seemed to just want to sell it. So that's where a star was lost. But, I returned this week to actually return the lock I bought. I found a lighter weight one somewhere else that is still secure for me and more in my budget. I felt awful, but the guy there today didn't make me feel bad AT ALL. He even commended me on returning "the best looking packaged" return he'd ever seen. so sweet. I'll definitely go back, especially because they are a "Supportland" business. Really great service, and an amusing woman works there too who rung me up.

KD B.

Yelp

Bought 2 Tern cycles. Susan explained the bikes to us. Got a flat on our maidwn voyageand got it fixed the same day. Did have to buy a new tube. Each day we wenr in we were told " we are short staffed." I know about short staffing ! I just still get the job done, and do not bother my clients w the details. Businesses should do the same.

Jeannine D.

Yelp

Super experience! Eva was quick in identifying and locating the part as well as an efficient repair. Feels like personal help. I would recommend Clever Cycles

Michelle E.

Yelp

For my birthday, my husband surprised me with a trip to Clever Cycles. I've been eying a Brompton bike for a few years now and never had the opportunity to test drive one. As soon as we stepped into Clever Cycles I was drawn straight over to their Brompton display. The color I've been wanting in the bike configuration I've been wanting was sitting right there, it was too good to be true. Eva was the sales person who helped me. She was very informative and quite helpful. I test drove the bike around the neighborhood (she told me the best route to follow) and by the time I got back, I didn't want to leave the store without it. That is where the surprise comes in, my husband told me happy birthday it was mine. (: Eva taught me how to change the rear tire in case of a puncture (a little trickier than normal) and I also ended up getting a few add ons (Brooks saddle, Touring Bag) Being that we're from over 3 hours away, I have to say I'm a little nervous about their 30day free bike check-over. Eva assured me that it shouldn't be a problem, and to call ahead. So far, the bike has been exceptional! The few issues I had (left the store without the owners manual, any pkging or documentation...doh) were addressed right away via email. We have plans to return this weekend to order my husband a Brompton. I will update soon.

Michael T.

Yelp

Just picked up a Brompton raw lacquer M6L from Clever Cycles. Instead of shipping the bike, my family and I drove down to Portland because we like to visit the store. We hear a lot of good things about Clever Cycles and love the videos they posted on YouTube. The whole transaction was super smooth. We placed the order online and Tim from Clever Cycles called us back to confirm the date and time for pickup. When we arrived, Justin already have the bike ready and was able to give us two original Brompton shipping boxes that we are planning to use when traveling with our Bromptons. My family and I also spent some times browsing through the store. So nice and neat! We hope we have a store like Clever Cycles in Seattle.

jasmine m.

Yelp

I have been in twice and both times the service was unfriendly and unhlepful. During the most recent visit (i thought i would give it another try) I was helped(?!) by a very rude woman (maybe the owner). I knew what i wanted and she made it clear that it wasn't for me and when i asked to try it she said "no way Jose!". Very rude and just plain weird. It is a shame though, because they have nice bikes and accessories.

Clare K.

Yelp

Had a good experience with these guys. If you have kids this is the place to shop. They are super chill and let my little boy ride around on their bikes. They let us try out several bikes and it was one of the better experiences i've had in a bike shop in a long time Great bike options as well.

Melissa L.

Yelp

If you've ever wanted to try out a Brompton folding bike, this is the place to do it. Just don't go through the front; go through the back entrance on 9th. The people working the front are kind of cold, while the service folks in the back - whom we dealt with mainly - were awesome and kind. We were staying in the Southeast side; we chose it for the proximity of bike rentals and food carts. Be sure to call ahead to reserve bikes; we slept on it and were unable to rent during the weekend, though we were able to bike three out of five days. Prices are extremely reasonable; a 24 hour rental is $35 and a four hour is $20. They do close early, round 6 on most days, so make the most of your rentals! The shop people were decent folks. Made sure we knew how to correctly fold and unfold our Bromptons, and gave us tips on how not to look like dweebs doing it. Their advice was greatly appreciated. I occasionally looked dweebish, but that's more about my slow motor skills.

fawn L.

Yelp

Jeremy went above and beyond to help me give my old cargo bike an upgrade. My order was a bit of a quagmire and Jeremy was willing to think about the problem from a new angle. Both Jeremy and Todd were extremely patient and encouraging. They took the time to answer my questions and follow up on my emails. I definitely recommend Clever Cycles for gear, bikes, and bike shop needs. Thank you again Jeremy for your patience and follow through.

Jon S.

Yelp

Great citybike specialist. Their service shop specializes in the internal-geared-hub drivetrains found on many city cruiser bikes. Helpful, practical, and (above all) unpretentious.

Brian S.

Yelp

Folders-Dutch Bikes-Commuters on my. When to Clever Cycles to check out Tern Bicycles. The owner decided to put me on Brampton that she used as a rental bicycle. I never rode a Brampton before and I was impressed what the small wheels and and heavy steel frame was able to do in both speed and handling. All my questions where answered and left thinking this would be a good place to by a bicycle.

Jessica N.

Yelp

I work right in this neighborhood so when I had a flat tire after work, I just dropped my bike off out of convenience. Their staff was wicked friendly and my bike is riding better than ever. Definitely going back and not just because it was in a convenient location. Their retail area is beautiful and clean. I'm just happy it wasn't payday or I'd have all the gadgets and gizmos lining their walls.

Mckenzie G.

Yelp

If I had written my review a week ago, I probably would've given them 4 stars, but after dealing with other bike rental places, this place deserves 5 stars. The rental prices were cheaper than surrounding places and both my friend and I were outfitted with practically new bikes that fit our every need. I got one with a basket on the back, which came in handy for shopping stops later on our journey, and I also got one of the cutest gears ever. It was a design of a bike going up a hike and as you turn the gear the hill becomes steeper or flatter respectively. So cute, and it worked so smoothly. The woman who set us up set our bike seats and made sure that they were the right height, which took a little tweaking. She was nice and you could tell the staff were all very cordial. They even have their own parking lot for those who are renting, which is a huge plus when you're going biking for over 3 hours and all the parking spaces are 2 hours or less.

John V.

Yelp

From an internet search (from Seattle) Clever Cycles was the closest place that I could get the Ortlieb QL3 panniers in Aubergine that I coveted. I ordered one, easy as could be, and it arrived nearly instantly (in a few days), and was great. I then got one for the other side, all was good. But that alone doesn't warrant 5 stars. One of the latches cracked in half when I pulled on it a bit with a full pannier two weeks after they arrived, so I wondered whether Clever Cycles and Ortlieb would stand behind their products. Within 30 minutes of emailing my problem to Dean, a replacement bag was on its way, with a UPS mailing label for me to return the broken bag. Service doesn't get any better than this.

Magnus B.

Yelp

I bought my Brompton from the Clever Cycles web store just under 2 years ago, so when I finally made it to Portland I had to go visit. I've had a funny ticking sound from my dynamo hub for a few months, so I asked about it - and what do you know? Turns out it's a warranty issue they've seen before. And what's the Brompton warranty period? 2 years! Clever Cycles switched out my front wheel on the spot, no charge!! Fantastic service from Brompton & Clever Cycles :-) Apart from that, lots of neat accessories - especially cool bike bags. Also lots of practical bikes for transporting people, kids, "stuff"... It's probably a good thing I don't live in Portland, or I could see myself spending lots of money here :-)

Mia T.

Yelp

Highly Recommend Buying Here!! Jeremy, who helped me was very knowledgeable and patient as I struggled making a decision between two models. Bonus was they were able to assemble the bike as I waited at a local brewery, as I live in Seattle and wanted to take it home with me that day. Thank you for the great service.

K H.

Yelp

Got quoted $6, I said sure, then suddenly the price jumped to $52. Seemed kind of a leap considering that's a 800% markup.

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