aBOUT US

We are proud to offer our customers the best brands of bicycles, accessories and service in the Fayetteville/Cumberland County area of North Carolina.  We have been a bicycle shop since 1970.  Originally situated across from Eutaw Shopping Center on Bragg Boulevard, we moved in 2002 to our new location at 502 North McPherson Church Rd.  We have always strived for excellence in our customer service, matching our customers with the best bikes for their needs as well as servicing them after the sale.  We are proud to be your source for Trek, Gary Fisher, Specialized, MirraCo and Felt bicycles and we carry the best accessories in the indurstry as well.

Our accessory line is a long list of the best components in the industry.  Bontrager components leads the way for us with everything from their wheels and saddles to shoes and cycling apparel.  We also carry a considerable number of Specialized, Shimano, Sidi, Look, Thule, Saris, Crank Brothers, Park Tools, Bell, Giro, Topeak to name a few.

Our service department is open during regular business hours and can fix from a simple flat tire to a complete overhaul of bearings and drive trains.  We strive for a timely turn around on our repairs to make sure our customers are spending more time on the bike than off.  We offer free 30-day and 90-day service with every new bicycle we sell and promise a 24 hour or quicker turn around for those services.  We can provide same day service for our customers by setting appointments.

Martyn Gibson: Owner
Marty started working for the bicycle shop under its previous owner, Bob Meyers, after his release from the U.S. Army.  Marty has an extensive history with cycling in North Carolina.  He was an integral member of the Upper Cape Fear Cyclists and has helped support the cycling clubs of Fayetteville throughout the years.  He has ridden and finished the Assault on Mount Mitchell twice on a bike most wouldn't think could make the distance.  He purchased the business in 1993 and has since taken the shop from the "little hole in the wall" to the establishment it is today. 
He admittedly doesn't ride as much as he used to, but you may still catch him rolling through the back roads of Eastover from time to time.

Woodie Anderson:  Manager
Woodie started working at the Bicycle Shop in 1991 after his release from the U.S. Army.  Woodie has worked as a bicycle mechanic and sales person since that time and has developed an unmatched knowledge of bicycle repair and set up for all types of bike.  He attended technical seminars and training from such companies as Bontrager, DT Swiss, Fox Racing Shox, Rock Shox, Shimano, SRAM, Trek, and Specialized.  He has also completed fit training with Jim O’Brien of The Right Gear in Kannapolis, NC and Trek Bicycle Corp.  Woodie has also raced Cat 4 road and Sport mountain bike, achieving one win and many top 5 finishes.  He currently owns more bicycles than pairs of pants.

Chris Hickman:  Sales
Chris came to the shop with prior bicycle sales experience and many years of riding.  His racing started at 10 years of age with BMX.  He also has raced Expert Mountain Bike as an adult.  He created the shop’s BMX team and continues to recruit new talent for the team.  Chris also spent time in the U.S. Army and is a Gulf War veteran.  He has been cycle commuting in Fayetteville for over a decade.  Chris is a lifetime member of the KISS Army.

Haley Beann:  Sales
Haley hails from Boulder, CO and has a BS in Physiology and Kinesiology from University of Colorado.  She has raced Triathlon at the Professional level and currently races Cat 2 road and cyclocross. 

Byron Schulken:  Sales/Service
Byron has been with the shop for a couple of years.  He is an Eagle Scout.  He has an excellent work ethic and is turning into an excellent mechanic.   His passion for both road and mountain biking is evident when speaking to him.  He will be returning to NC State for the spring semester.

Justin Brisson:  Service
Justin is the newest employee to the shop.  He comes with a lot of excitement for learning about servicing and repair of bicycles.  He’s an avid mountain biker and lists Asheville, NC as one of his favorite areas to ride. 

Nicole Overeem:  Saturday Sales