Metro Bikes (Varick)

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This sprawling new Metro Bikes on Varick street sits just a block away from it’s previous location which, as of early 2008, is a large pile of rubble. This is just one of several Metro Bike locations around the city but is now the most expansive after moving in during May of 2007.

Racks upon racks of everything from low end hybrids to full carbon Treks and even a full line of BMX bicycles line the walls. A repair and storage area overhangs a shoe, clothing, and helmet section. Metro carries full lines of many brands, with models from Lemond, Trek, Scott, Giant, Dahon, Schwinn, Raleigh, Diamondback, and more. Commuter and single speed style models are available such as the Madison or Rush hour (which can be ridden with a single speed or fixed hub).

Metro Bikes on Varick boasts a friendlier attitude than other more boutique-esque shops in the area, and “will service any bike”. A standard flat fix at metro is around 15.00 (schreader valve), and you can expect to pay about 105.00 for an Ultegra 10spd cassette. Low end hybrids start around 270-300 and a top of the line model like a Scott Addict SL can go for 13,000 +.