Business Details
42 Years
experience
Your Trusted Bike Shop in Syracuse for Sales & Service
Bike Loft is a full-service bicycle shop dedicated to fostering a love for cycling through personalized service and community engagement. With over 50 combined years of experience in the bike industry, our trained technicians and certified bike fitters prioritize customer education and equipment excellence. We offer a comprehensive range of services including bike sales, expert repairs using Park Tool equipment, three-tiered bike fitting solutions, and community-building initiatives like guided rides and maintenance classes.Our approach considers the rider's physical and emotional needs, ensuring optimal comfort and performance. As active members of the cycling community, we organize local rides, racing events, and trail-building activities while maintaining rigorous professional standards through continuous training and industry certifications.
Services
Bike Sales
Bike Repair
Bike Fitting
Maintenance Classes
Community Rides
Details
- Year established: 1984
Highlights and features
- We offer 50+ years of combined bike industry experience
- Our 3D bike fitting considers mind, body, and spirit
- Park Tool-certified technicians use professional-grade equipment
- We organize community rides and racing opportunities
- Carry top brands like Scott, Marin, and Brooklyn Bicycles
Services
Bike Sales
We offer premium bicycles from top brands like Scott, Marin, and Brooklyn Bicycles. Our selection includes road, mountain, e-bikes, and BMX models. Expert staff help customers find bikes matching their riding style, fitness level, and budget while ensuring proper fit and functionality.
Bike Repair
Our certified technicians provide comprehensive bike repairs using Park Tool equipment. Services range from flat tire fixes to complete overhauls. With 50+ combined years of experience, we handle all bike types and guarantee quality workmanship for optimal performance and longevity.
Bike Fitting
Our three-tiered fitting system addresses individual rider needs. Level 1 offers basic positioning, Level 2 adds personalized assessments, and Level 3 provides 3D motion analysis. Proper fit reduces injury risk, improves efficiency, and enhances overall riding enjoyment through customized adjustments.
Maintenance Classes
We teach beginner and advanced bike maintenance courses. Students learn component identification, safety checks, tire changes, and complete bike overhauls. Small class sizes ensure personalized instruction with hands-on practice using professional tools and techniques.
Community Rides
Organized rides cater to various skill levels including beginner mountain bike clinics and advanced road rides. These events foster community connections while improving cycling skills. Routes feature local trails and roads with mechanical support available during all group activities.
People
Lance Stonecipher
Owner
Bike mechanic since 1984 with Barnett Institute training. Founded CNY DIRT, races multiple disciplines, and teaches skills clinics. Known as local cycling legend with 35+ years experience in shop operations and community building.
Tracy Stonecipher
Co-Owner
Lifetime cyclist with 25+ years in bike retail. Specializes in bike fitting and customer matching. Co-founded CNY DIRT and teaches mountain bike clinics. Provides welcoming customer experience while organizing community events.
Jim Hunter
Head Mechanic
15-year veteran mechanic with childhood bike repair experience. Specializes in complex troubleshooting and repairs. Known for technical expertise in suspension setup and frame alignment using specialized diagnostic tools.
Jamie Campbell
Bike Fitter
Level 4 Advanced bike fitter with coaching expertise. Focuses on performance optimization through biomechanical analysis. Organizes challenging shop rides while providing personalized fitting solutions that consider rider physiology and goals.
Questions
What bike brands do you carry?
We stock Scott, Marin, Brooklyn Bicycles, KHS, Garmin, Serfas, DK, and Verde brands with regular inventory updates.
Do you offer bike fitting services?
Yes, we provide three levels of bike fitting from basic adjustments to comprehensive 3D motion analysis sessions.
Are e-bikes available?
We carry multiple e-bike models and brands with new selections arriving seasonally for test rides.
What repair services do you offer?
From flat tires to complete overhauls using Park Tool equipment with free repair estimates.
Do you host cycling events?
We organize weekly road and mountain bike rides, racing opportunities, and trail-building activities.
Are maintenance classes available?
Beginner and advanced classes teach bike mechanics with hands-on training using professional tools.