River City Bicycles

User Reviews of River City Bicycles

Yelp.com Review - by Michael A.

4.0 of 5 stars. I got my locked-up bike stolen straight out of the locked bike room of my locked downtown building. Yeah, it sucked - big time.But, River City Bikes gave me a happy ending to the story. After getting...
yelp.com - user review - 09/27/2009
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Yelp.com Review - by Cam T.

2.0 of 5 stars. Come here if you're looking for:A. A retro steel framed Bianchi bike A la "Breaking Away" to go with your faux Italian accent & microcephalic bike cap.B. The last of the US-made Cannondale carbon...
yelp.com - user review - 09/12/2009
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Yelp.com Review - by Matt H.

4.0 of 5 stars. I'm an experienced cyclist and have been car-free since 2000. This shop has a great selection of bikes and sizes. The prices are slightly higher, but I've been to, and worked in many shops in two...
yelp.com - user review - 09/05/2009
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Yelp.com Review - by Peter A.

4.0 of 5 stars. Little slick, but good peeps.
yelp.com - user review - 08/13/2009
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Yelp.com Review - by Ethan B.

4.0 of 5 stars. I went here shopping for a new bike. The staff was really knowledgeable and friendly. I didn't feel pressured to buy a bike, I just felt like they wanted to help me find a good bike for me. Nice...
yelp.com - user review - 07/15/2009
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Yelp.com Review - by Grammar G.

5.0 of 5 stars. Just had a great experience over there. And they didn't even look at me like I was a cheapskate for using my Chinook Book coupon. Great service, attentive staff, fair prices, considering the high end...
yelp.com - user review - 07/11/2009
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Yelp.com Review - by Juntu O.

1.0 of 5 stars. I have been to this shop a number of times and only patronize this place because they tend to have harder to find parts in stock. I usually call 1st before coming in and the people in the service...
yelp.com - user review - 06/16/2009
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Yelp.com Review - by Becky E.

5.0 of 5 stars. If I were Mt. St. Helens spewing praise for River City Bicycles, as opposed fiery hot lava, I would have to cover the entire Pacific NW and most of Canada, as well as Hawaii and Alaska, to equal the...
yelp.com - user review - 06/10/2009
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Yelp.com Review - by S A R A H.

5.0 of 5 stars. I bought a kick ass road bike here. I did the due diligence. I shopped around A LOT, road tested a bunch of bikes and wanted to support a shop that has consistently good customer service. I bought...
yelp.com - user review - 05/27/2009
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Yelp.com Review - by Sushi X.

4.0 of 5 stars. One of the few Bianchi dealers in Portland which is why I went here. The other place is 21st Avenue Bicycles in NW. I have shopped at both and like both of them pretty much equally.I do think 21st has...
yelp.com - user review - 05/25/2009
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Yelp.com Review - by Emily B.

5.0 of 5 stars. I went in on a busy Saturday because I'd made up my mind on my first road bike purchase. No matter the place was swarming with people, they are always staffed to handle it. I got superb one on one...
yelp.com - user review - 05/04/2009
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Yelp.com Review - by Richard R.

4.0 of 5 stars. I've been into River City several times mainly looking for cycling clothes, miscellaneous equipment, and accessories. They always have great options in these areas, but you probably don't want to go...
yelp.com - user review - 03/19/2009
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Yelp.com Review - by Tanya B.

3.0 of 5 stars. I want to love River City Bikes because they are an independently owned bike shop that has its heart in the right place. Their bikes are beautiful and they are stocked to the gills with everything...
yelp.com - user review - 03/01/2009
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Yelp.com Review - by Kelly R.

3.0 of 5 stars. Let's talk about River City Bicycles for a minute. When it comes to beautiful bicycles, a wide selection of accessories, clothing, parts, etc, this place is right on point. I would love to give it 4...
yelp.com - user review - 01/28/2009
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Yelp.com Review - by Tomas Q.

4.0 of 5 stars. Their staff is generally helpful and knowledgeable of the products, but you have to know who the regular employees are from the seasonable help.They have a good selection of road, mountain and other...
yelp.com - user review - 01/14/2009
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Yelp.com Review - by andrew k.

5.0 of 5 stars. These guys are the Bianchi dealer in Portland. That says something. I heart Edoardo Bianchi, since 1885. Innovator of track bikes since day one. If he was still alive, he'd be racing at Alpenrose...
yelp.com - user review - 01/14/2009
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Good Place to Buy a Bike by Brad L. at InsiderPages

I bought my last bike this past summer at River City. They had an outstanding selection and I found a great bike at a reasonable price. I particularly liked that a test ride wasn't just a few circles in a...
citysearch.com - user review - 12/23/2008
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Amazing Service by Jim O. at InsiderPages

I bought a new lower-end bike from River City 1 year ago. I'm car-free and I ride hard almost everyday, so my bike has needed several adjustments and minor repairs over the past year. I've been uber impressed...
citysearch.com - user review - 12/09/2008
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Yelp.com Review - by Andrew Y.

5.0 of 5 stars. Before my trip to Portland, all of my teammates had told me to check out River City Bicycles and Veloshop. While Veloshop is definitely cool and had amazing classic shop aesthetics, River City...
yelp.com - user review - 11/16/2008
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HIGHLY recommend Danni for custom fitting

We went to River City because they have a great reputation for their custom fits, particularly for women and that reputation is well-deserved. I cannot say enough good things about Danni and her expertise in...
citysearch.com - user review - 09/09/2008
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Go Somewhere - anywhere - else

So I stop by today, interested in test riding a steel frame road bike, wanting to compare the feel of steel with the aluminum bikes I've been trying out, etc. I pick out a 53cm LeMond (my comfort zone is...
citysearch.com - user review - 08/11/2008
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Yelp.com Review - by Robin S.

4.0 of 5 stars. I am going to repeat what everyone has stated already. i just need to say that I had an extremely positive experience here over the weekend. I have been here before but never to buy a new bike.My car...
yelp.com - user review - 08/05/2008
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Yelp.com Review - by Justin N.

4.0 of 5 stars. Prices on parts can be a little scary, but there is a reason this shop wins so many awards. Good mechanics and great roadie selection. I don't really mess with xc mountain bikes so this place wouldn't...
yelp.com - user review - 07/16/2008
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Yelp.com Review - by Bob G.

4.0 of 5 stars. River City is in my top two bike shops in town. They have a great selection and friendly staff.I went in there on a Saturday to look for a new commuter bike. They had what I was looking for, but...
yelp.com - user review - 06/30/2008
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Helpful Staff

The staff at this shop is knowledgeable and friendly. If you are renting a bike, they'll be sure you have all the appropriate maps and that you are aware of Portland's bike laws. They also are ready with...
kudzu.com - user review - 06/11/2008
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worst in Portland OR area

I have been to this shop twice and twice this was my worst experience ever! Their staff is useless, prices are a way too high with lack of sales regardless of season and the shop's attitude leaves much to be...
citysearch.com - user review - 05/25/2008
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Good or Miss

I agree with other reviewers. I visit Rivercity somewhat regularly and their staff is good or miss. Last time I went, I asked if they had a particular bike in stock. The cashier said they did not and did not...
citysearch.com - user review - 05/20/2008
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River City recommendation without reservation

I recently decided to purchase my first bike in 30 years, and my first performance bike, ever. I don't like to shop (for anything!). What could have been a grueling process turned out to be an enjoyable and...
citysearch.com - user review - 03/06/2008
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Yelp.com Review - by Jeremy S.

4.0 of 5 stars. A very nice good sized all purpose bike shop. Friendly, helpful staff make shopping a nice experience. They pretty much only carry Specialized, Cannondale and Gary Fisher bikes (in mountain bikes,...
yelp.com - user review - 02/13/2008
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Yelp.com Review - by coral c.

4.0 of 5 stars. My husband and I already have bikes that we love, but his bike needed some work on the wheel since it got stuck in some tracks. They were pretty busy when we went in, but they were able to get it all...
yelp.com - user review - 11/02/2007
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Yelp.com Review - by Melissa P.

5.0 of 5 stars. Excellent bicycle smarts and free weekend coffee. Seriously, I had barely been on a bike since high school, and needed a new set of wheels for a benefit 10k ride. I walked in, told the friendly dude...
yelp.com - user review - 09/20/2007
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Best Bike Shop by Tina H. at InsiderPages

We bought one and a half bikes here and received spectacular service!! Our tag a long was having problems, the fixed it and gave us an extra hitch, no charge!! When they did not have a basket for our daughters...
citysearch.com - user review - 09/16/2007
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River City Bicycles

Very disappointing experience. Lots of annoying attitude and very little help. I called inquiring after a bike they listed on their website. After 15 minutes, one call back and three sighing employees, someone...
citysearch.com - user review - 08/10/2007
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Yelp.com Review - by Kelly M.

4.0 of 5 stars. River city supplies the cycling crowd with beautiful new bicycles and outfits them with the appropriate spandex fashions and accessories. I'm sure this is a good bet to buy a brand new bike, as...
yelp.com - user review - 07/06/2007
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Yelp.com Review - by jeni n.

5.0 of 5 stars. Absolutely my favorite bike place in Portland! They special ordered my cruiser because it wasn't a typical bike they kept in the shop. The do free tune-ups if you bring your bike back within the next...
yelp.com - user review - 07/22/2006
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Bike snobs.

The staff was OVER-ATTENTIVE preventing me from browsing around. They seem to think every person who walks in the door is not familiar with bicycles and must be taught, on-site. Their prices are very high, so...
citysearch.com - user review - 02/24/2006
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like an old-school bike shop; only bigger!

I wandered around the River City Bicycles store for over 15 minutes before somebody finally felt I was worthy of their attention. Of course, I believe I was only helped since I had my hands on an expensive...
citysearch.com - user review - 11/14/2005
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Apparently Back On Track

I have had no experience in road cycling in the past, but spent several months researching gear and visiting bike shops to learn before investing. My experience at River City was very positive. Selection is a...
citysearch.com - user review - 07/14/2005
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Yelp.com Review - by danny k.

4.0 of 5 stars. these are nice people in a bigger business kinda of way
yelp.com - user review - 12/09/2004
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Hit and Miss

The first time I went to this shop, it was to do some comparison shopping...I was buying my first new bike, and now that I knew I was serious about bike commuting, I wanted the goods. Mark was very helpful,...
citysearch.com - user review - 10/08/2004
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Great Selection, Awesome Service

After looking at numerous bike shops around town for a new road bike, I was getting frustrated with small shops that offered only two or three brands. I was surpised at how many bikes cost more than $1500, but...
citysearch.com - user review - 08/29/2004
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bike shops#2

River City has one of the largest selection of bikes in Portland. Too bad that it takes about 45 minutes to get help and you have to ask around for help. I suppose begging would have helped. I was looking at...
citysearch.com - user review - 07/06/2004
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What?? There isn't much better

I am totally appalled at the reviews River City has received. I'm still trying to figure out the lack of selection thing. Quite frankly they have some of the best selection I've seen, and they are bringing in...
citysearch.com - user review - 02/25/2003
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Crappy service with extra attitude

I bought a $500 commuter bike from RiverCity, and I regret it. I loved my (stolen) Cannondale, but the service is terrible. The salesman look down on anyone buying less than a $2000 racing bike. When I brought...
citysearch.com - user review - 01/10/2003
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Not bad, have seen better.

Not a bad store, biggest problem is lack of selection. Sure they have a HUGE inventory, but it is limited, not much variety, just like most shops. They carry reletively few brands of bikes and accessories....
citysearch.com - user review - 07/31/2002
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