The Bike Shrink is somebody who knows about bikes, and knows people who know about bikes, and who wants to help you find the bike that’s right for you. As an impartial, independent party unaffiliated with any bike store or manufacturer, I will never try to sell you any bike gear. I make no commission from anyone. I will simply provide answers to your questions about bikes and cycling, however general or specific, and impartial guidance while you buy a new or used bike.
My sole purpose is to match you up with the bike that’s right for you. That bike is different for everybody.
In less than a month, the Bike Shrink helped me sell my old bike, select a new one and find the most affordable way to customize it. He sympathized with every bike-related neurosis and inspired me to be a frequent bike-rider around the city. --Brook L., West Village
Reasons why you might need the Bike Shrink
- You have a rough idea of what kind of bike you want, but want to talk with someone you can trust.
- You loved to ride your bike as a kid but aren't sure how to get back into it as a grown-up.
- You get a less-than-warm-and-fuzzy feeling when you’ve walked into a bike shop looking for friendly, helpful service.
- You keep putting off your purchase because you feel intimidated by all there is to know about bikes.
Because I'm an independent service, not a shop, I have no stake in upselling you more bike than you necessarily want or need, much less talking you into a bike you don’t love. All you’re paying for is personalized, one-on-one advice and guidance during the bike selection and buying process. Nothing more, nothing less.
How it works
The more you tell the Bike Shrink about what you’re looking for, the more I can help you. But if you can’t tell me much, that’s okay too.
30-day session
Simply describe the kind of bike you’re looking for, how much you’re planning on spending, etc. Based on what you tell me, I will respond with recommendations for models you might want to consider. If you live in the NYC area, I can include information on the shops nearest to you that carry the brands I recommend. If you’re limiting your search to used bikes, I will provide a customized, detailed reference sheet that will help you find the right bike and avoid getting ripped off.
Over the 30-day session, you can email the Bike Shrink any questions you may have about the bikes you’re considering purchasing, new or used, as often as you need to. Armed with that information, you can walk into a bike shop and tell them exactly what you want, which will help boost your confidence, mitigate any bike shop B.S. and connect you to the bike that’s right for you.
Price: $29.99 + tax via paypal in advance
90-day session
Everything you get in the 30-day session for three times as long. Perfect for those of us who like to take our time with a purchase or aren’t in any particular rush to buy. Three months of unlimited, open communication with someone you’ve paid to listen to your concerns and address your questions.
Price: $69.99 + tax via paypal in advance
Hire the Bike Shrink today!
To hire the Bike Shrink, simply make payment through my PayPal link. After you get your confirmation email from PayPal, forward it to me at thebikeshrink@gmail.com, along with a detailed description of the bike you are looking for and/or any bike-related issue you would like to ask me about. I will do my best to get back to you as quickly as possible; your 30- or 90-day session will not start until I reply.