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Ponderosa Cyclery + Tour
3901 Leavenworth St, Omaha, NE 68105, United States
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Ponderosa Cyclery + Tour
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Za
Review №1

Best bike shop in the Big O. Dont bother shopping anywhere else for your cycling needs. Vinces knowledge is second to none and Jessicas disposition is a ray of sunshine.

Th
Review №2

Just picked up a salsa beargrease and a surly ice cream truck.Super easy to work with Vince. Help the wife make a decision since she never had a bike before.Have a decent selection in the store but can get bike you want in short order. I knew what I wanted so I didnt put the shop through the paces trying a bunch of bikes. I did like the easy-going atmosphere. Competitive pricing. Looking forward to spending more time there.

La
Review №3

This is one of the coolest bike shops in the midwest IMO. I cant wait to come back here again. The selection is unlike anything youll find at any other bike shop around and the couple that owns it is so nice and genuine

Fo
Review №4

Got some air and talked for a while first time in too awesome shop and awesome bikes!!

Ma
Review №5

Awesome bike shop with really friendly people! I was in search of a surly ice cream truck which was seemingly a lost cause in the middle of the pandemic but luckily my local shop suggested I try ponderosa. I am so glad I gave them a call. They were able to track down the exact bike I was looking for and help get me out riding in no time. The service was fast and professional and the quality of their work was really high I could not recommend them more highly!

To
Review №6

First time here. Loved it. My new favorite bike shop in town.

Za
Review №7

Great people, great gear, great bikes. What more can you ask for

Sh
Review №8

Store owner(s) were very friendly and helpful. Vince went out of his way to help me out with a part I was having a hard time finding locally. Took time out of his day to give advise as well.. Would definitely do more business with him and would trust him working on any bicycle of mine! Thanks Again

gr
Review №9

Great shop, greater service, greatest people. Vince has always taken the time to help or chat and is super helpful amd honest with custom builds. Worth the trip if your in from in town or out of town.

Ka
Review №10

For expert service, low pressure sales and a super interesting selection you can’t beat Ponderosa. Plus Lyle works there!

Ti
Review №11

One of the most knowledgeable bike technicians in town. No one geeks out about bikes & Nebraska harder than Vince. Great shop, gorgeous bikes, cool vibes.

Tr
Review №12

A couple months ago, I brought in my kid’s MTB for a tune up because the rear mech was glitching regardless how much I adjusted it. He diagnosed right off that the hanger was canted. He threw a new one on free of charge. A few weeks later I dropped a preorder deposit for my 2021Kona Process thinking I would get it in the Spring. Vince sent out some good juju to Bellingham. Like a wizard, he got the Kona rep to ship my bike in November! I’m ecstatic that I get to rip it on local trails and in the snow.

Ja
Review №13

Vince demonstrates the right way to help you decide the perfect bike for you. Caring and professional. I highly recommend.

Ab
Review №14

Great place and really appreciate the tune up. The location right off the Field Club trail is so convenient!

Th
Review №15

These people are fair, honest, knowledgeable and not out to make as much from you as possible. I took my highly neglected trail bike in for a tune-up along with an old touring bike my granddaughter wanted to have refurbished. Vince fixed my bike up great for a reasonable charge. He told me he could fix up the touring bike for my granddaughter for one price; however, he felt her needs and body type would be better served by another option with a bike better suited to what she would be using it for on a college campus. He arranged to have us look at another bike which we could purchase and have fixed up cheaper than refurbishing the touring bike. My granddaughter did like it better and it cost me less money. Vince was just being straightforward and honest even though it made him less money. I had never met anybody from this shop before we went there. I highly recommend it and we will return with any future business. Thanks, Vince!

Ji
Review №16

I would highly recommend Ponderosa Cyclery. They did a beautiful job on my bike!

Sp
Review №17

Amazing local bike shop. The owners are incredibly helpful and friendly. They are the place to go if you are looking for advice on how to get into long distance cycling or cant resist a new fat bike.

Gr
Review №18

Destroyed my bike on the way home and walked it over to ponderosa. Vince was able to fix the bike (sent me an email with pictures of my damage) and give it back to me working better than ever! Was happy to have my bike back but even happier he managed to save my headphones and sunglasses I had left in the store! Would recommend 10/10

Ma
Review №19

Vince was very helpful with my situation.I found just my frame locked to my porch one morning and went to get a quote from a couple shops. Vince took time to price it out for me and give me a quote. He was straightforward with me about cost and turnaround time. I came back the following week and he remembered me and turned my bad luck into a great bike shop experience.Highly recommend!

Sp
Review №20

Vince at Ponderosa is one of the most genuine people I have ever met. I went with my friend from shop to shop in Lincoln and Omaha to find her a bike that would fit her needs and budget. Every other shop was all about accessories and a buy it now mentality, but not Vince. My friend purchased a bike from Vince and we now make it a priority to get over to Ponderosa whenever we are in Omaha (we live in Lincoln) to say hey to Vince, Jessica, and their shop cat, Lyle. I have only ever bought a shirt from Ponderosa, but if I am to buy a bike, there is only one place Ill go.

To
Review №21

This place is the perfect LBS. Super knowledgeable, no big sales pitches, takes time to answer any and all questions - Vince is the man. They built me a bike from the frame up and it is absolutely perfect. Better than I could have hoped. And to top it off, their prices are super reasonable. I cant say enough good things! Hope they are open for years to come!

Ch
Review №22

Great shop that not only helped me find my new bike but rebuild an old one. We were so happy to bring new life into a trusty old steed

D
Review №23

They fixed my bicycle tyres valve free of cost. Very genuine person. Thank you so much. God bless you.

Jo
Review №24

Nailed a pothole on Tuesday and split my rim. Walked it to another bike shop near my work downtown and they were unable to get the job done in a timely fashion (likely about 2 weeks). They transferred the bike to Ponderosa who was able to get the job done by that Friday. As one who gets around only by bike, getting my bike back quick is essential. If not for the hills in the area I would consider them first for much of my bike work. Easily an asset to the area for bicycle commuters.

st
Review №25

I had a flat on my ride yesterday and still fairly new to the area I asked a local biker about a good bike shop. He said he used Ponderosa Bike Shop and they had treated him well. We live in Midtown so they were close planned on dropping my bike and getting it back next week based experience I had at different bike shop when we first moved here. I rolled my bike in to Ponderosa was greeted immediately, told them what was wrong and 20 minutes later I was walking out the door Bike in hand. Vince replaced the tube, inspected the tire and made an adjustment to the shifter. Outstanding service would highly recommend to anyone. Great shop and Great people and a sleepy kitty cat😊. Will be my spot for my biking needs.Thank You

Ja
Review №26

Vince just helped me out with my front brake today. He was super kind, thorough and gracious about the whole thing. Took care of the quick fix without any hesitation. I will return. Thanks!

Br
Review №27

Very nice and patient staff. Google didnt show this one when my wife and I searched for bike shops but luckily we found it driving by. Vince was awesome and not only let my wife try out two bikes but also explained in detail all the features of each bike we looked at. He let me borrow a bike as well during her trial rides. Though they are in a smaller building they had a great selection on types of bikes but unfortunately didnt have the right size in stock for my wife for the one she was wanting, though they would order it for us. I felt really comfortable shopping here - no pressure and even though they seemed to be getting lots of business at the time we got personal attention. Definitely will stop in here again when we need additional gear or tune ups and Im hoping to try out one of their monthly rides soon.

ma
Review №28

Helped me every step of the way on my custom build. Turned out to be a better resource for components than many online shops. Amazing service, very reasonable prices and solid judgement-free advice on all things bike related. Vince makes it easy to support your LBS.

Co
Review №29

Great shop. Highly talented, polite and friendly service. Omaha is very lucky to have them.

Ma
Review №30

Amazing shop and people. Helped customize a bike so we could get exactly what we wanted.

St
Review №31

Ive been taking my Frankenbike to Vince pretty much since they opened. He is not only a fantastic mechanic, he also makes smart suggestions for improvements and spots issues before they become painful. Ponderosa is #1 in my book. Cheers!

Ri
Review №32

The best experience I have ever had for service. Truly cares about his customers, extremely knowledgeable and fair prices! Theres many choices, but Ponderosa is clearly the winner and I wont be going anywhere else!

Sp
Review №33

Great repair shop. Very knowledgeable. He can fix anything from a simple flat to a very nice touring bike. Nice selection of new bikes too!

co
Review №34

Top Notch customer service! Vince built my wheel, I could not be happier with the quality of the build. Great folks and kittens in this shop!

Je
Review №35

If i could afford it, Id go back and buy another bike from Ponderosa literally just to buy a bike from Ponderosa. I bought a Kona Rove AL and its been great. It had a mini problem with the chain after some riding in a week and they fixed it up right away. They also went out of their way to make sure to explain things but also show me on the bike, which seems simple but other bike shops didnt really do. They made plenty of suggestions about accessories and gear without being pushy and made sure I knew I have options that met my (probably lower for most cyclists) budget. Vince was so helpful and the store has a chill vibe, so whether youre a die-hard cyclist or more of a beginner (like me) I cant recommend this place enough. Ponderosa Cyclery is great!!

Jo
Review №36

Great place!! I purchased my bike helmet there and Vince - the owner - was very welcoming and knowledgable, and he has a great selection of bikes and accessories. I dont have the best knowledge when it comes to bike mechanics, and Vince was very accommodating and helpful with my questions, and it was great chatting it up with him. I plan on taking my 70s Gitane there to have him tweak it. Also, you get a discount for riding your bike there!

Br
Review №37

Best bike shop in the Midwest! Best service and friendly staff!

La
Review №38

Best touring advice in Omaha from an expert. You won’t be made to feel dumb for asking dumb questions. Vince is the absolute best. Go there. Buy all sorts of gear and a new bike.

Br
Review №39

Vince provides great service, is very knowlegable and always puts the customer first.

my
Review №40

Excellent service!! Glad I decided to come here! Thank you!

St
Review №41

Best bike shop/mechanic in town!! Vince is more than knowledgeable and V patient when it comes to questions about gear, bikes or maintenance. He fixed my tire and gave me a tune up ultra fast- we talked about the different things I could do to make my old bianci a little nicer ride. He showed me prices on some gear shifters, but wasnt pushing for a sale- he just wanted to give me all the facts. Thats what makes the customer service top notch, and whether you dont know a lot (like me) or love shop talk; youll feel like youre in the right place. (Plus theres sometimes a sweet lil shop kitten!)

se
Review №42

Always an great shopping experience, very knowledgeable

Co
Review №43

Vince has your back.

Mi
Review №44

Bad customer service ask the tech a Question he acted like he was to encoveniced to help me . Very rude.

Ke
Review №45

Awesome service and very informative

Ch
Review №46

In a land of superheroes, when bicycles are menaced by international communism, one man stands alone.

Jo
Review №47

Great to work with.

Ry
Review №48

Great service.

Al
Review №49

Really everything you would want from a bike shop.

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4.9 Rating
  • Address:3901 Leavenworth St, Omaha, NE 68105, United States
  • Site:http://ponderosa.bike/
  • Phone:+1 402-614-1392
Categories
  • Bicycle repair shop
  • Bicycle Shop
  • Camping store
Working hours
  • Monday:11AM–4PM
  • Tuesday:Closed
  • Wednesday:Closed
  • Thursday:12–7PM
  • Friday:12–7PM
  • Saturday:12–7PM
  • Sunday:12–7PM
Accessibility
  • Wheelchair accessible entrance:Yes
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