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La Bicicletta
Category: Shopping Sporting Goods Bikes Bikes [Edit]
1180 Castlefield AvenueToronto, ON M6B 1G1
(416) 762-2679
- Hours:
Mon-Wed 11 am - 6 pm
Thu-Fri 11 am - 7 pm
Sat 10 am - 5 pm
- Price Range:
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$$$
- Accepts Credit Cards:
- Yes
- Parking:
- Private Lot
- Wheelchair Accessible:
- No
3 reviews for La Bicicletta
3 reviews in English
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Review from Chris M.
5/15/2011
La Bicicletta are serious about cycling! They carry a wide range of some of the best built road bike brands, starting with models for the enthusiast and going all the way up to frames and builds that will make the hardcore racer, time trialist, cyclocrosser or track rider start to drool with envy (and sticker shock!)
They also feature many top brands of components, shoes, clothing, computers, nutrition products, tools and accessories.
I didn't buy a bike from the folks here so I can't speak to the quality of the sales experience, but my visits to the shop for fit and maintenance reasons made it clear that they listen carefully to the concerns of individual riders and have the know-how to suggest only what they think would suit a given person best. I came in with some concerns about the fit and performance of my existing bike that wasn't even of a make that they normally carried, and they were quick to ask lots of good questions about my riding style, fitness, experience and concerns before recommending a single product or even putting me on the stationary trainer.
They have staff who are certified to perform the comprehensive Specialized Body Geometry Fit to make sure your bike works with your body with absolute accuracy. Even if you don't go for the full BG Fit (which, I've heard, is pricey and time consuming but apparently worth it if you need absolute biomechanical perfection) they will get you on a trainer, spin you around and measure all the key bike/body variables, whether you're searching for maximum power or just want to be comfortable and injury-free on your bike.
The only things you won't find here are mountain bikes, BMX or cruisers, but Toronto has many other options to scratch those itches. If you love cycling, check them out. -
Review from Sam G.
1/10/2012
I have a bad, bad addiction to classic Italian bicycles. Luckily I've been sobering up a bit due to my new geographical and financial issues. But if I lived in Toronto, this place would be my enabler. I would be out on the streets with no home, no food, but the nicest bicycles known to man.
They themselves don't carry a LOT of vintage stuff but they have the most gorgeous cases of Campy groupos you ever done seen. I'm talking like special edition, gold-plated craziness.
I got some new Miche track hubs here that were mouth-watering at a decent price. Nice headsets, saddles, and other parts. Scratch that. Not nice. Naughty. I mean really, really naughty. Seductive and gorgeous.
They did have some classic rims (like the MA40s) but mostly tubular. And let's face it, I'm not that much of a fanatic nor am I racer nor do I have the skills/patience.
They had A LOT of bikes in the shop and I'm sure they were all very pretty, immaculately designed, and of top notch quality. But I don't do completes. Or new fancy iron steeds. And I didn't have time to do some browsing about. So I can only report back about the parts for builds.
The clerks were awesome. Very helpful, not at all condescending, professional, and knowledgeable.
It might be a little off the beaten path but for a mecca, it's worth the pilgrimage. -
Review from Simon J.
Toronto, ON
11/17/2010
After a 15 year absence, I got back into cycling and this store has been a major source of my inspiration. Back in the mid 80's I was a club rider with affiliation to stores that were true to road racing. Well the times have changed, the stores have changed but I can honestly say, there isn't a better store dedicated to Road Racing than La Bicicletta. Its place where one often goes "wow? " at a bike, or at a display cabinet. Every member of the staff are always very friendly, courteous and very knowledgable. They are passionate about the sport and it is evident everywhere. I'm pleasantly surprised to see a store so true to a sport in today's world. So anyone who's into the sport of Road Cycling, do yourself a favour and go say hello to the folks at La Bicicletta.
-Simon
Specialties
We specialize in many cycling disciplines: road, triathlon, track and cyclocross. Our bike fittings ensure your bicycle is custom fit to you, and that you'll never need another one because we do it properly. There is now a dedicated section for women's products designed specifically for them. Our mechanics cannot be stumped by your problem.
