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Curbside Cycle
Categories: Shopping Sporting Goods Bikes Active Life Bike Rentals Bikes, Bike Rentals [Edit]
412 Bloor St WToronto, ON M5S 1X5
Neighbourhood: The Annex
(416) 920-4933
- Hours:
Mon-Fri 11 am - 7 pm
Sat 10 am - 6 pm
Sun 12 pm - 5 pm
- Price Range:
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$$
- Accepts Credit Cards:
- Yes
- Parking:
- Street
- Good for Kids:
- Yes
- Wheelchair Accessible:
- Yes
10 reviews for Curbside Cycle
10 reviews in English
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Review from Marie F.
6/2/2011 6 Check-ins Here
As the days get hotter and brighter, my urge to explore the city with analogue pieces of steel on wheels increases ... but since I haven't bought an adult bike in almost 10 year the choices seem over whelming.
I went to curbside and spoke to Allie. A super sweet super knowledgeable associate who answered all my questions and didn't make fun of my ridiculous demands in a bike:
"I need a bike where I can easily mount and dis-mount" (I am 5'1")- Let's looks at a step-through...
"And I wear a lot of dresses and skirts"- with chain and skirt guards...
"I want something that allows me to brink my laptop or bad with me"- we have lots of baskets and rear mounts...
We ended up looking at a few different options in various price ranges (I should note however that their bikes aren't cheap... but it is an investment).
I test-drove the Pashley Princess Sovereign (how fucking fitting I know) and fell in love. This princess is hella expensive but Allie was understanding that I was still in the information stages and never once pressured me into the sale.
Not sure if this will be my new bike but whatever I choose if these guys carry it I'll definitely go back.Listed in: Ramblings of a Bike Mercenary
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Review from Richie S.
6/20/2011 2 Check-ins Here
I can only comment on customer service for parts and accessories (not bikes).
I'd been looking for a specific rear set of bags for my spanking brand new bike and the only place that I could find them was in either Markham or on Military Road in Boofalo.
I didn't get an answer from an email sent, but when I phoned, I could hear the place was jammed-busy. After confirming they had my satchels, I dropped by after work to grab them. Staff greeted me with a smile and quite literally ran to grab what I was there for.
No complaints and I'd definitely go again. -
Review from William P.
Toronto, ON
3/26/2011
Had a great customer service experience here, which is not always the case at many of the bike shops in Toronto. I find the city is filled with bike snobs who blow you off if you're not willing to spend less than $1000 on a bike.
They had a good selection of bikes and some great deals on last season's models. They installed my rack and fenders in an hour and a half were friendly each time I came in.
And now, I have a beautiful new bike, who I've named Claude and I couldn't be happier. -
Review from Mitch S.
Toronto, ON
4/11/2010
I recently bought a bike here and I absolutely loved the store and service! The thing that made me choose this store over others is their focus on commuter bikes; this place is knowledgeable and has in stock some of the best commuter bikes you can buy. I know we all love fast road bikes and cool mountain bikes with disc breaks, but when you're trying to live a life without a car, nothing beats a Brompton or a cool dutch bike. And guess what, Curbside specializes in both!
Additionally, this place has a staff that is also passionate about cycling as a day to day lifestyle. Check out their website and blog, it's a great store, great service, and if you ask you may even get a deal ;) -
Review from Alexander L.
Toronto, ON
9/10/2010
At the request of my wife I have edited this review. Safe to say it was a lot more scathing the first time around.
One of the owner's is extremely unpleasant. He was in fact, disgustingly rude to my wife, after she decided not to go ahead and buy the bike he was trying to force her to get (the bike she paid $1k deposit for was out of stock despite insisting the day before it was in stock and in the desired colour). He huffed and puffed about not being able to refund to a debit card and would have to get cash etc even though he was informed earlier by email of my wife's decision to get a refund. I find it absolutely abhorrent for shopkeepers to take money first and ask questions later. Personally, I would cause a fuss and demand two days worth of interest at LIBOR + 2 and take him to a small claims court if he refused to cough up (but then again I'm a lawyer and a complete pain in the arse), but my wife, lucky for Curbside, is of a more gentle persuasion.
It's a shame, because the other people working there are VERY pleasant indeed and a year of free servicing with every new bike is fantastic.
So in short AVOID. Go to Urbane Cyclist or Bikes on Wheels. -
Review from Aaron B.
2/19/2010
Friendly and informative staff made my trip pleasant and informative well beyond what my immediate needs were. They have some high-quality merchandise that I've never seen in a store before...they also have a ton of that trendy bullcrap that seems to be the focus of the store. It reminds my of a bike store in Japan with a European style bent. Fedoras, Freiberg bags, and various crap like that that isn't bike related at all but would typically be bought by the same people who would buy a fixed gear steel road bike to commute to work in heavy traffic despite not being able to track stand or keep up with the flow...hipster idiots.
But the cool-bike fad also provides a large enough customer base for serious cyclists like me to find the stuff they need in a store (like a floor pump that goes past 170psi) that I couldn't find in all the other shops I've been in (e.g. any place in Michigan). It's focus is a bit off mine, but the people seemed cool and real cyclists and so there are likely groups rides I'll join in on and maybe go here for emergency maintenance. -
Review from Angela N.
Toronto, ON
12/12/2010
I have popped in here a couple of times because it is super close to my office. The first time was to buy a set of fenders for my road bike and the second time to get a quick tune-up when the bike when my bike was acting up. While this place doesn't blow me away, people were friendly enough and they serviced my bike on the spot. Prices seem a bit steep for most of the merchandise but my tune-up cost $10, so I can't really complain.
So I'll give them 3 stars. Haven't blown me away yet, but I have no reason not to go back. -
Review from Grant C.
5/27/2009 1 photo
Nice bicycle shop on Bloor with a good selection of bikes and accessories, including a number of Dutch bikes and folding bikes. Big, well-organized shop and they do service, too. The staff was friendly and seemed to know their products. They also rent bikes for $35 a day (less for a half day).
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Review from Jimi S.
ON
12/3/2008 6 photos
i bought my first grown up bike here!!!
i walked out of there spending about 500 bucks on a new hybrid, helmet, lock, front and back light and a great way to get around the city. yahoo.
every time i come here whether its just to peruse the stock, or for a tune up, i find that the staff is very welcoming and knowledgeable. i also find that they have no problem advising me and directing me towards the tools and information necessary for me to do simple tune ups on my own bike (um, er, well, that i have yet to do...).
the store is very spaciousl; there is no problem wheeling (even riding) your bike in there for a tune up. they have just about any kind of bike you could imagine - fold ups, delivery, road, hybrid, etc. They have bike bags of many sizes, styles, and fashions. I saw an attachment for a basket specifically designed for the upgraded Mrs. Gulch-I-just-stole-Toto basket. its a little cage top that fits on your basket so Toto cant get away. (i originally thought it was for baskets in case you flip over on your bike, your groceries wont fall out...).
be certain that when you take your bike in there for repair they will be efficient and thorough. if you get it back and there is still some kind of kink, take the time to explain it, and they will listen, as they did for me. -
Review from private p.
Toronto, ON
10/15/2010
I am afraid that I am adding to the negative reviews of this bike store. I have had two encounters with them, both very negative.
Curbside Cycle is a dealer for Devinci bikes, which I have. but bought in Montreal, which is why I have attempted to use for service, since moving here.
First time was an accident of one spoke needing a replacement. I was told the wait would be 3 weeks for an appointment to be fixed. This was totally unacceptable to be without transportation for 3 weeks. We then asked for replacement spokes and they did'nt even have silver ones in stock. This was in high season of cycling.
Second contact was looking for a seat to replace mine on a Devinci lifestyle bike that needs a specific fit, which is difficult to find.. They offered to email the rep. I did'nt recieve a call from the store for almost a week. I had to contact them myself and was then told the rep could not order it, even though Devinci told me to contact a dealer in Toronto.
Each contact has left a bad taste in my mouth,. They might have cool bikes,but the service is very poor, and no concept that you might use your bike everyday.
I would not recommend buying a bike there, as the concept of service is very low.
