Redbeard Bikes is a bike fit studio in DUMBO, Brooklyn, now in its tenth year. They offer very useful and thorough bike fittings, high-end service, and build custom bikes, all by appointment. The fitting process is detailed, taking time to understand how a bike will be used and helping to narrow down options. Small changes greatly impact the feel, reducing pain and tension points, making it feel like riding a whole new bike. Clients feel listened to and supported, receiving a level of information appropriate to their interest. They build custom bikes from brands like Mosaic, Parlee, Gunnar, and Co-Motion, and work on others like Brompton and 3T. The experience is positive for everyone, from those wanting a simple, easy-to-maintain commuter bike to more knowledgeable, high-level riders and gear heads. The team is patient with scheduling and very helpful with communications. The workshop is a place where anything bike-related can be engineered, from inexpensive custom fittings and simple repairs to full custom builds. Clients feel they can always return for changes and tweaks, resulting in a final product they love—a bike that works with them, not one they struggle to make work. They are considered one of NYC’s best finds, a local friend and neighbor, and a true savant of bike mechanics. Contact them via email or text to schedule a visit at their 18 Bridge Street location.
my bike fit session was worth its weight in gold, ilya was super thorough and knowledgeable. went in for a consult/adjustment with my own bike and couldn’t believe how much better it felt after, it was like riding a whole new bike. would definitely recommend
November 2024
You would be hard pressed to find a better bike fitter than Ilya. This wasn't my first bike fit, but it was definitely the most thorough and I'm already feeling much better on my bike.
October 2024
great bike fitting, it made a lot of difference and increased my comfort on the bike. Ilya is very detail oriented and very knowledgeable. highly recommend!
