Archer Bicycle is great. I had them fix two issues - pretty significant issues - and the quality was exceptional and the price was a discount to me, the customer, though don't tell 'em that. The shop has a singular focus on making bikes great, and does it with aplomb. Can't go wrong here, based on my experiences. read more

Great service! When he found out that the distributors were sold out of the grips I wanted, he custom fabricated the ones in the shop to fit! read more

My first experience with this shop and its owner inspired me to write my first yelp review. The shop is relatively new to the area, and I couldn't be happier! Greg performed a quick tune up on my bike, had a pleasant demeanor, and didn't jerk me around. The price was very reasonable for the work performed. As a bonus, there is an art gallery in the upstairs of the shop! I had a wonderful customer experience here and I wish the best to this new shop. I will definitely return! read more

Nice downtown Oakland shop. Quick turn-around on repairs. Owner seems like a straight-shooter.

Great prices, very helpful/informative you can clearly see his passion and dedication to his business. Along with my fixed flat repair, I got a free lesson on how to do it myself next time - to save a bit of $$. read more

Stopped by last Saturday morning with a flat. Greg set aside what he was doing and replaced my tube. He told me I still had tire life left so no need to replace the actual tire. Charged me $16. Nice guy, super service. Also, you can check out cool art that's displayed in the upper portion of his shop. Definitely recommend for any bike repairs. A+ read more

Reasonable priced shop, not out to take your money. Dedicated to his trade, thanks a million, you were spot on with everything!

Quick repair, Greg is friendly and efficient, he has a good customer service attitude, definitely recommend for the good work as well!

I nervously put my bike in a bike locker at Frank Ogowa Plaza. I did not have a lock. I went to Archer Bicycle to buy a lock and the owner was so gracious in showing me the best way to use the cable and lock to secure my bike as well as made recommendations for registering my bike on bikeindex.org I'm super happy with the service and I'll be back! read more

It's Oakland, and you have a LOT of options for bike shops. And a lot of them have wonderful people working/owning them. Greg is one of these guys, and I'm really happy he's in the downtown area. I'm a regular downtown bike commuter, and this is like an oasis for my bike from the Oakland beat. Like other reviews say, he's super knowledgeable and super friendly, likes art, and knows that a customer isn't just someone who SHOPS and BUYS. (He gave me a quick, end-of-the-day, flat check and didn't charge a dime! Super nice, good customer service, and now I try to find excuses to need his services or a new bike bell...basket....streamers....I kid.) He's there for the bikes and the bikers, and I'm glad of it! read more

I can do more than just fix a flat. I know how to true a wheel, overhaul a hub, take off a freewheel, etc. As a woman it is especially annoying going into bike shops because every dude assumes you know nothing and acts visibly surprised when it's revealed that you have some mechanical knowledge. I had an awkward experience at a nearby shop last week where the salesman just totally mansplained to me and I left feeling pretty disgusted. I was considering going back there just because I knew they had what I wanted, a 27" rear wheel. I decided to give Archer Bicycle a shot first though. I didn't think this small shop would have what I needed, but they had one left and it was $20 cheaper than the other place. All I wanted was a quick transaction and the thing I needed with no mansplaining and this experience provided that. read more

Greg is the only person I will trust with my safety on my bike. Not only that, but he just spent over an hour teaching me (not just showing, but hands on, "you do it to learn it") how to fix a flat, make sure I know how to avoid another, and how to tighten my brakes and adjust my saddle. Greg is so kind, hardworking, and honest: everyone should go to him! Plus, the gallery space upstairs is such a cool addition! read more

Stop reading reviews now. The search is over. A bike guy like Greg comes once in a lifetime. Honest, good at what he does, and charges reasonable rates. My bike hasn't run this well since ever. Oh and did I mention he's the nicest guy ever? read more

This guys is polite, quick, intensely knowledgeable, even cost conscious talking you through services and parts. I couldn't recommend this place more. My old battleship of a bike felt brand new after being serviced here. read more

Along with whatever excellent product you buy here, you'll get a friendly attitude, a heap of extra knowledge and the offer of installation help. Much appreciated! Thank you Greg! read more

I ride past a couple bike shops nearby just to come here instead. Greg is friendly, helps with DIY, and his prices for both products and service is affordable and fair. Bonus--he supports local artists with their work upstairs! Definitely my fave bike shop in Oakland. read more

Best bicycle repair shop in Oakland. Super friendly and always down to explain your bikes needs. Also, does not overcharge, just a guy who likes to fix bikes! This place is my second home! read more

Awesome customer service. The store looks amazing, and prices are unbeatable. Came out of work with a flat tire and looked up this place. Absolutely satisfied. Thanks Greg! read more

By far my best bike shop experience in Oakland. Greg has been consistently reliable, speedy, thorough, affordable and unpretentious. I have visited other Bay Area shops in the same neighborhood and payed more for services that do not even fix the initial problem... Definitely sticking with archer bikes from now on. read more

I finally sucked it up and took my 10+ year old bike in for the full beauty treatment and basically the bike rides itself now. I'm sure it accumulated a bunch of junk in the spokes and whatnot but it's pretty unbelievable how smooth the ride is now. Not sure if the tune-up price is higher/lower than other shops but it was worth it. Greg did not try to up-sell me and let me decide what I wanted once he called back with his diagnosis. Plus, he's a really nice dude. read more

Archer Bicycle helped us recover our stolen bicycle when they saw it come into their shop. Good people and I'm forever thankful for them.

This place is great! Greg is very helpful, knowledgable, and friendly. This is the only bike shop I go to in Oakland. It is affordable and it has a good vibe. read more

Picked up an innertube for $5 and some change. Also, got a little demo on using the Topeak Morph pump. Good spot.

Brought my bike in last week -- I noted that I really didn't know anything about bike maintenance and was expecting him to be the expert. I got the "tune up" package to the tune of $140 and was told my bike would be ready Tuesday or Wednesday. Fast forward to late Thursday, he finally called and said it was done. I got there and noted it had no air in the tires still, was making a clicking noise, and looked and felt exactly the same. He put air in the tires last second when I asked, then I paid and went on my way. Not even a block later I noticed squealing that intensified with each gear change. I figured it had something to do with whatever maintenance he did and kept going -- a week later, still squealing and clicking to no avail. Save your money and go somewhere they will actually examine your bike. read more

Greg is very skilled at making your bike work really well again. I've taken my bike to him many times now to get different parts fixed and upgraded on my old bike, and Greg makes it all work again. Also, he is an amazing person, very generous with his time and knowledge of bikes. Truly local business that does excellent work. I highly recommend Archer Bicycle! read more

Great bike store. Lowest cost inner tubes in town ($5.40 out the door). Really nice guy, I assume Greg, made me feel comfortable and welcome. I made a slip up on valve type and he was very understanding and kind in my moment of ignorance. Hella humble hombre, and sent me off with a "have fun". read more

I've only come here for service but this guy is great every time. Didn't just replace the tube but figured out why it kept popping and how to fix it and explained it. And is inexpensive! read more

I've found the small-town-like bicycle shop I've been looking for - and in downtown Oakland. Greg is both very friendly and extremely helpful while being fair with pricing and typically much faster than expected. Always a pleasure. read more

Nice guy! Super helpful! And the price is amazing, their gallery on the 2nd floor is amazing too.

Super nice guy! Knowledgeable. Helped me with a flat tire while I was visiting Oakland. Even gave me a part on loan with no charge.

What a sweetheart! I just called to ask if they did fittings- he does not, but spent five minutes on the phone chatting about used bikes, and recommended a place that does. I will have to check out his shop! read more

Archer Bicycle is the best! I take my bike here whenever I have problems and he always delivers. The shop provides great workmanship, honest prices (less expensive than any other place around), and delivers the repaired bike in a timely manner. Even when he is just fixing one thing, he'll look over the bike and make sure there is nothing else that stands out that needs help. For example, I came in for a new rear cassette and he quickly looked over my bike and noted that my front wheel quick release was not tight enough (which is dangerous) and quickly fixed it and taught me how to do check for that in the future. I can't recommend him enough! read more

Great prices, better service. I wish my bike would break more often so I could keep giving Archer my business.

Greg's the man. Knowledgeable and the the friendliest bike mechanic I've ever been to. Takes the time to explain what he's repairing and why, Affordable and quick, really glad to have a new repair spot in the neighborhood. read more

I visited today- guy seems super cool, I really like the stuff he chose to stock; steel frame with disk brakes, brass bells, Night rider lights, plus free pinball. read more

Super friendly and helpful, and good at advising the most affordable options which I totally appreciate because that's not always the angle you get. Plus the owner is always in the shop! And there's an art studio! Great place! read more

I have an old Torelli bike that desperately needed some TLC. Greg did an amazing job. He is knowledgeable, thorough, and an all-around nice guy. You can tell that he is passionate about his work. I also really like his shop, he's got a pin ball machine and the upper loft area has fantastic art work! I love shops that also support the arts. Every bike I ever have will come to this shop. read more

Not only is Greg Archer a unbelievable human being but he is a gifted bicycle specialist! He is fast, reliable, and most importantly honest. He always delivers when he says he will and is full of all the cycle knowledge you could ever need! Please don't take my word for it...go in, hang out, and see what the magic is all about at Archer Bikes! read more

Great friendly staff and nice gallery upstairs to check out some art while waiting for your bikes to be fixed up

Came in here after I had a flat on my way to work. I thought I'd just drop the bike off and come back in the evening. Gregg replaced the tube for me in 5 minutes, and gave me some good tips. Next time I had a flat on my other tire, guess where I went? Not only did he fix the flat, also adjusted my brakes that were loose. I haven't been able to stop my bike like that since I first got it. Next up, I'm going in for a full tune-up! Gregg is very knowledgeable and super nice indeed! A pleasure to do business with while you get stellar service. Hard to find these days! read more