About Shifting Gears
Hi, I’m Albert - the mechanic behind the van. I started this business because I believe a bike is one of the simplest tools for independence and joy, at any age. That feeling shouldn't get interrupted by a squeaky brake, unreliable shifting or a flat tire nobody has time to deal with.
Bikes for everyone, not just "bike people"
You don't need to know the difference between a cassette and a crankset to get great service from me. I work on everything — kids' bikes, commuter bikes, weekend cruisers, and high-performance road and mountain bikes. Whether you're just starting out or you've been riding for decades, my job is to meet you where you are, explain things in plain language, and never make you feel silly for not knowing the jargon.
The workshop comes to you
Your time matters, and dragging a bike to a shop — waiting in line, waiting for a callback, waiting again to pick it up — shouldn't be the price of basic maintenance. I bring the tools to your driveway, your office, wherever fits your day. Bike care should slot into your life, not compete with it.
What good service looks like to me
I listen first
You know your bike and your riding better than anyone. My job is to hear what's actually bothering you, not assume.
I give it to you straight
If something needs fixing, I'll tell you. If it doesn't, I'll tell you that too.
I do it right
Quality work, no shortcuts, no upselling you on things you don't need.
What Customers Are Saying
“I received excellent service from Albert! He worked on three bicycles for me including my road bike, a hybrid, and a cruiser for one of my teenage kids. He was transparent about when hardware had become unserviceable and gave me options. Bikes came back running smooth - brake performance noticeably improved and he restored access to a couple gears I hadn’t seen in months! He also kept great records of the work he did. I will be a return customer for sure!”
“I really like the fact that the service is mobile and I didn’t need to transport my bikes anywhere is super convenient. Albert is an expert bike mechanic. He has tuned up our Mountain, Road, and Recreation bikes incredibly well and keeps them running smoothly. Additionally, he has diagnosed the causes of squeaky brakes and various other unwanted sounds from bikes and fixed them accordingly. I am happy to readily recommend Albert as a bike mechanic!”
“Albert repaired three of our mountain and road bikes. He was knowledgeable and the work at high standard for at good rates at our location. We recommend him highly. ”
“Albert was so kind and helpful when our three bikes were in desperate need of tune ups. He was thorough and clearly communicated his recommendations (with options) beyond the regular tune up. It’s clear he is passionate about his craft. We will definitely come back to him for all our future biking needs. ”
“Albert is an experienced bike repair technician who comes to your house, treats your bike like his own, and is way cheaper than a B&M bike shop. Highly recommended!”