PS
Peter Salek
Jul 31, 2026
If you're looking for a bike shop that truly puts the customer first, I can't recommend Trek Algonquin highly enough.
A few months ago, I bought my wife her very first "real" bicycle there. I'm an experienced cyclist and have purchased and serviced bikes at many local bike shops over the years, so I have a good basis for comparison. The experience at Trek Algonquin was simply on another level.
From the moment we walked in, Zane, the store manager, took the time to understand exactly what we were looking for. Since my wife was completely new to cycling, he listened carefully to her goals, answered every question without ever making her feel rushed, and offered thoughtful recommendations based on her comfort, riding style, and long-term enjoyment of the sport.
Working together with the store's bike fitter, they didn't just sell us a bike—they built the right bike for her. They customized it with the appropriate saddle, suspension seatpost, pedals, tires, tubes, and other components to match both her body and the type of riding she planned to do. Every recommendation had a purpose, and it was obvious they genuinely cared about getting everything right.
The results exceeded our expectations. Three months later, my wife absolutely loves her bike. More importantly, she has fallen in love with cycling itself. What started as a purchase has turned into a new passion. She looks forward to every ride, has built remarkable confidence, and we now spend countless hours riding together.
Looking back, I realize we weren't just buying a bicycle—we were investing in an experience. Zane and his team made sure my wife's first introduction to cycling was a positive one, and that has made all the difference.
Thank you, Zane, and everyone at Trek Algonquin. Your professionalism, expertise, and genuine commitment to your customers created a lifelong cyclist. And I also need to add, that I have moved my bike service to Zane and his crew. Just 2 days ago my shift cable broke. Zane had it fixed in less than 24 hours and handled few other minor items on the spot. The extras were unsolicited, and the fact they were noticed and addressed shows commitment and attention to detail. Great Job!