The "ahh.."roma in a bike shop, that combination of tires and bike grease is still intoxicating even though my road biking days are in my rearview due to a combination of age and smarts (I mean, if I was still biking it wouldn't be on road anymore given drivers and traffic) and progressive CNS illness. But I needed another pair of bike gloves because the stainless rims on my titanium wheelchair (my current distance mode of travel) get cold in winter months and I needed a full finger style with good grip. It was serendipity to spy Kore as I was walking back to my car from breakfast at Terri's (I recommend it) a couple doors down and I decided to pop in and see what they had. The young man working there was so helpful and I found exactly what I needed. I don't think he is the owner but he works like he owns the business (that is high praise) and we talked about the mountain bikes and e bikes they had and trends in local biking. As my husband and I entered a customer was picking up their bike that had been repaired and they were really happy with the outcome. The store also has a big selection of boards. LOCATION: In one of Meridian's many poorly laid out strip malls with terrible (too tight spacing) parking lots, you might not know it was there unless you knew it was there. Worth finding if you're looking for a bike or board! ACCESSIBILITY: Level in from the walkway, plenty of clear floor space to register. But this parking lot is so out of compliance for ADA mere minimums (that is not this shop owner's issue but the mall owner's issue) and the only curb ramp to get over the curb for the entire layout is with the two spots down by Terri's breakfast and lunch restaurant. read more

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I've been a customer for years. Had to drop a review because once again they exceeded expectations. My major overhaul service came in under expected price and completed several days ahead of schedule. I mentioned being a bit tight on schedule when I dropped the bike off and these guys came through! The wheel guy does great work and they are never pushy with upsells on service or parts. Just a dependable hard working local bike shop! read more

Ryan is super friendly and very helpful. I have bought 6 skate boards from him over the years and have been happy with their advice and recommendations. Great shop! read more

Best of the best locally owned bike shop in the treasure valley! These guys not only know what they are doing they also care about their local biking community! Fair pricing and always getting repairs done in a timely manner. Highly recommend checking Kore North out for ANY of your bike or skateboard needs! I will be a lifelong customer. read more

Probably one of the best bike shops I've been into in a long time. They sell top of the line bikes, scooter and skateboards. I needed a quick repair and they took exceptional care of me! read more

Had a great experience. My son is new to skateboarding and the shop owner spent a ton of time with him explaining the different boards and components. It was awesome. Highly recommend. read more

I came here looking for skateboard bearings since I my bearings that came with my board weren't exactly cutting it. I was recommended some Bronson G3's, they roll great. I will definitely be bringing my mountain bike here for future repairs and adjustments. read more

Shout out to Kore North for their awesome customer service. I've had my bike in for service here before and they have always done top notch service. However, today they went above and beyond. I walked my bike in after having problems with my back brake after installing new resin pads. Without hesitation they threw it up on a stand...minutes later I was out the door...good as new and ready for Round the Mountain tomorrow. Kore North rocks! read more

My kid was on the hunt for a skateboard. I have no knowledge about skateboards. So I used Google to find skateboard shops around me. It give me like 3 options and we choose to go here. I must say the experience was good. I wish I had gotten the name of the gentleman who helped my daughter. He broke it down to her on what board is what and the level of experience my child has. He helped her find the right skateboard for her level of experience and comfort. She was very excited to get her 1st skateboard and it happened to be a long board to help her get comfortable riding and when she gets the skill down she can move on to the other type of skateboard to start doing tricks and such. I was very satisfied with the service. read more

Kore North Bicycles - Mountain Biking Near Me - Meridian, Idaho

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Very cool shop. Very nice people, and it's great to have an Intense dealer so close. I give 3 stars for a couple reasons - Overall I noted a lack of attention to detail with their service/ repair shop. One example- After service I had last season (this is a delayed review - when looking for a shop for service today I remembered this experience), one of my tubeless tires was flat within a few hours of bringing it home. Long story short, I brought it back in and had to leave it again. Turned out the mechanic did not set the valve properly. That's a small rant but my biggest heartburn with this shop is that they didn't carry a lick of women's riding apparel. From what I understand they still don't, but I haven't been back to look. The women's mtb community is stronger than ever (has been for a long time), and it's shameful to not reflect that by the merchandise they sell. Please do better and please feel free to correct me if there's now women's gear up on the racks. Thanks. read more

Great customer service and bike service on repairs. The Ryan the owner and his shop crew were great. They did not try to sell me parts I didn't need and made it a point to show me what repairs were actually needed. They back up their work. Definitely will go back for any future repairs. Highly recommend this place. read more

Super cool staff, helped me set up my first skateboard, even gave me a discount for my birthday overall really good place if your looking for a skateboard/bikes. read more

I have been going to this bike shop for several years now and the service has been amazing. Ryan and James are great guys and I would consider them friends rather than being just a customer there. Their lifetime service has save me a ton of money also. read more

Very nice staff. Great selection of old school and new school boards! Also amazing selection of bikes! But if they don't have they'll get it for ya! Got an old school ripper today read more

This place is my preferred shop for skateboarding needs. The staff are friendly, professional and always looking to share their passion for outdoor fun with customers. Good humans and great gear! read more

First I will admit I did not purchase anything from Ryan. I called him based on all the fantastic Yelp reviews to see if he offered any hybrid bikes. Ryan answered the phone and gave me a lot of helpful advice. He also offered if I had ideas of what I wanted, he could try and see what he could get through his distribution channels (there is a real shortage on hybrid bikes right now with everyone exercising on their own during these shelter in place orders). I hope I can use Ryan's services in the future. Ryan is a great local business that deserves any support we can give him. read more

Great staff that is super knowledgeable and helpful. I always feel welcome when I come in. I highly recommend all your mountain biking or skateboard needs from a great local shop. read more

Sooooo happy to have a local shop that caters to Freeriding/Downhilling! Ryan, one of the owners has been so awesome to me in helping me find a bike that is perfect for me. Really down to earth people who just want everyone to have fun no matter what level of riding they are at. Not like the vibe you get from some of these other bike shops... Just to speak a bit about the bikes they sell... The "Intense" bikes are plush! I demo'd their M16 full carbon and it was a blast. Such a quiet bike and so solid on the jumps, turns, and through the rock gardens. I put it to the full test to riding Rally Cat, Drop Kick, and Double Down at Canyons Bike Park. The only negative is that they are in Meridian and I live in Eagle, haha. I just wish they were closer for my own selfish purposes. Lastly, I'll just say that this isn't just a bike shop. They have a riding team of varying ages. They help out at the Eagle Bike Park, and they have done a bunch of work with the trails at Tamarack. Truly doing positive things for the community. Thanks Kore North for all you do. Recommending you to all my friends. read more

Kore North Bicycles - Demo-ing the 2016 Intense M16 at Canyons Bike Park. Such an amazing bike! - Mountain Biking Near Me - Meridian, Idaho

This shop cannot service fork bushings. Just like every other place in town, they do not have a mechanic with the tools, knowledge, or certification to do simple tasks such as burnishing/sizing bushings. read more

This place and its owner is the real deal. Ryan is super cool and knowledgeable of all things bike and skate. He gives the type of service that all small business should emulate. It's a small and personal shop dedicated to a great buying experience. Exactly the way a bike shop should be run. Highly recommended. read more

The guys at Kore North are awesome. Took care of me even though I bought my bikes elsewhere. I give these guys 5 stars because of their professionalism and experience. Turn around on fixing my bike was fast and they did a better job then performance bikes. Definitely cheaper as well. I'll take all my bikes to them from now on as well as any upgrades in the future. read more

Hands down the best bike shop! Ryan and everyone at the shop always makes me feel like family and you can't beat lifetime service.

I just purchased my Intense Tracer 275 from Kore North and I couldn't be any happier with the service I got from the shop. I worked with Ryan, who was friendly and knowledgeable. You can tell he is really passionate about what he does and wants to take care of any customer that walks through the door. I told him my budget for everything and he did not try to upswell or use all of my budget. We actually came in less than my budget with extras he threw in. I highly recommend Kore North to anyone on the market for a new bike or looking for service done. I probably won't go anywhere else in town for anything! read more

Kore North Bicycles - Mountain Biking Near Me - Meridian, Idaho

You can get the same products at other shops. You CAN NOT get the same service. Owner/operator Ryan is as good as it gets when it comes to service. I've dealt with him on several custom/complex builds and his level of knowledge is as good as I have seen. On top of that, he treats your issue like it's the only issue he's dealing with. I've been to other shops in the area and just have never seen anyone match Kore North's combination of expertise, service and value. THANK YOU Ryan and team read more

Mouth drooling bike shop... Very cool environment with World Cup DH being played on the tv watching Aaron Gwin killing it! My first shop stop for now on... Thanks for showing me how a real bike shop is suppose to be ran not by a bunch of stuck up snobs! read more

Best shop around hands down. They have a passion for mtb and it shows in everything they say and do. You can trust these guys, they wont steer you wrong. Whether you are looking for a new ride or just want to get some help on your current horse. Go check em out, you wont be disappointed. read more

If you are looking for high quality product backed up by super knowledgable guys this is your shop. Totally down to earth, no ego's and more than willing to help with whatever you need and answer any questions you may have. I couldn't be happy with the bikes I purchased and as far as I'm concerned the #1 shop in town! read more

This bike shop us exactly what the valley needed. I have had my bike in for service a few times, and they have always been cool. I Highly recommend this bike shop. read more

Kore North is such a cool shop! It's not the kind of place where you can go in and geek out on all of the stuff on display, as they deal primarily in custom builds and individual orders, but their customer service is incredible! I can't count the number of times I asked or thanked Ryan for something only to hear him say, "It's the least I could do." Really, though, anyone who's ever shopped for anything knows that the least a store can do is say, "No, sorry. We don't do that." This just seems to be a shop where the people truly love working on, talking, and thinking about bikes. Whether you're a professional or a novice, they'll treat you with respect and make you feel comfortable. In the world of bike shops, that's exceptionally rare. I wouldn't hesitate to go back. read more

Great group of guys that are passionate about mountain biking and have the knowledge/experience to back it up! You'll love their sweet line up of custom bikes. They accommodate all riding styles, will allow demos, and will even go out and ride with you if you want! AND...they have an in-house skate shop too! Great location, Excellent service, and Exceptional products! read more