The region’s only used outdoor gear consignment store, Rambleraven Gear Trader in Spokane, started offering bike repair and maintenance services last summer and has been able to offer quick turnarounds while many other bike shops have had waits of up to three weeks at times.

A big boost to Rambleraven’s new bike maintenance and repair services was bringing on professional wheel builder Mathew Larsen in December, owner Mark Schneider says. With 20 years of industry experience, Larsen has been able to finish most jobs where components are in stock overnight or within a couple days, says Schneider.

Rambleraven is also open to clients bringing in their own components, and the shop now carries a great selection of new bike accessories and components ranging from tires, tubes, pumps, helmets, tools, bells, gloves, lights, bars, and more. Rambleraven also usually has around 20 or more used bikes for sale on the floor of the shop.

Rambleraven is now also renting stand up paddleboards and inflatable kayaks for those looking to beat the heat.

And with winter just around the corner, Schneider says they’re excited to start offering mounting services for alpine and alpine touring bindings in addition to the shop’s existing ski waxing and tuning options.

For more stories about Rambleraven Gear Trader, visit the OTO archives.

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Beginner Bike maintenance class
Learn how to safety check your bike, lube your chain, repair a flat tire, and change your rear wheel. This is a hands-on clinic, so bring your bike to class to work on. Cost is $25 and space is limited.
May 12th, 6:00PM space is limited
Call to reserve your spot. 509-922-6080

We will host an Bike to Work Energizer Station Wed. May 18th from 5:30AM until 9:00AM for your commute to work. We will be located at about mile marker 11 on the Centennial Trail. (Mirabeau Park)

Wednesday Night Bike Rides are in session
Meet at Fitness Fanatics and ride with the gang. We will start at 6:00PM and the ride length will vary. Employees from the shop will be riding with you. So come have fun and ride with all of us at Fitness Fanatics.

Monday Night Mountain Bike Rides.
For the first few rides meet at Fitness Fanatics at 6:00PM and we will go to Beacon Hill to ride.
All levels are encouraged. Robin will ride with the beginners and we can all work together on our skills. Rides are now going. Call the shop for ride location.

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