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Manny's Bicycle Shop
A no-frills repair shop with a loyal local following, mixed on friendliness; call ahead for repairs and rental availability.
8 Bennett AveBennett Ave at W 181st St
What it is
Manny’s Bicycle Shop is a small bike store and repair shop at 8 Bennett Ave, at the corner of W 181st St, a short walk from the 181st St A train station. An NYC tourism listing describes it as in business for more than two decades, selling bikes and doing repairs and rentals. New York magazine’s store guide also lists the shop under Washington Heights and Inwood.
Who it’s for
Riders who need a flat fixed, a chain re-seated, or a tune-up without a trip downtown, and anyone heading to the Hudson River Greenway or over the George Washington Bridge who has a mechanical problem on the way.
Standout details
Google reviews posted through 2025 mention quick flat repairs, a valve replaced on an electric scooter, a stuck chain on a gravel bike freed before a bridge crossing, and a mechanic who shows customers the damage before they agree to a fix. The same review pool, about 4.5 stars across roughly 127 reviews at last check, also includes a 2025 complaint about customer service and prices.
Honest verdict
A working neighborhood shop rather than a boutique. Reviews praise the repair skill and are split on manner, so call (212) 927-8501 for current repair times and rental availability; the hours above come from a Google-based listing, not the shop’s own site.