Decided to check out what they had. I’m no athlete and I’m not a “bike person” but I felt welcomed here. Didn’t feel judged, unlike other bike stores I’ve been in. It was nice and so I purchased a Giant Roam 3. Love it. Great service, very friendly and they truly know their stuff. Absolutely coming back for my kids bike.
Great local bike shop, my favorite in the area. Super friendly staff. Easy to test out bikes on the nearby streets and trails. Fair prices on gear, accessories and service. Great resource for local trail information as well! Very convenient location in Libertyville!
Life Cycle is the best - helpful, professional, high quality and customer focused. I live 20 minutes drive away and pass many bike stores to get to them - both larger chains and family owned business - but none compare to the way Life Cycle provides help and service. There is no other bike store that I will go to. They recently went way out of their way for me to check out shifters/brakes and then to replace a cassette. They were nothing short of great. I have stopped by on rides where others had mechanical issues and they dropped everything to help us get back out on the road. They have me as a loyal customer for life and I cannot say enough good things about them.
This is THE BEST bike shop in Illinois! They are very friendly and knowledgeable. I highly recommend you go here for all of your bike needs. Thank you, Lifestyle Cycle!
Always great service. Timely on time repairs done with honest suggestions on repair or replace scenarios.Friendly atmosphere with a local neighborhood vibe.
I bought a used, reconditioned bike from the Collective and are thrilled with the super-high quality of their mechanical refurbishing. Really impressed and I will be back there for sure.
Came into ask a question and was told to wear a mask I declined. The answer I got was I cannot help you. His store his choice my money my choice. I won’t be back. I got you tube and fixed my own bike.
Stopped by to buy a bike seat. The guy was super friendly and answered all my questions. Really glad I made the drive from Round lake to here. Most likely will visit for future bike needs.
Friendly, helpful, and fast service.Im new to the area and needed a good bike shop. Lifestyle Cycle is it!
So friendly and so helpful! Love this bike shop!
Went to REI with derailleur issue. It produced no results without going into details. Brought it to Lifestyle 20 min before closing, and it was fixed right on the spot. The part was there, and the guy who worked on it did it with his eyes closed. I recommend this shop like no other. Thnx !!
I had an excellent experience with lovely friendly and helpful staff! As soon as a staff saw me in the parking lot, she greeted me and wanted to help me out. She assisted me very actively and kindly even from the parking lot to the store. She took my bike to the mechanic. He repaired my bike diligently, gladly and incredibly. I am grateful for his help and the whole team at the cute and neat bike shop! Absolutely I will come back this shop and I recommend this place for all of your bike needs. This weekend Ill bike with my friends in Libertyville. I will talk about Lifestyle Cycle to them as well. lol Thank you! :)
The guy who runs this place (I think) is pretty cool. Too bad theres a bike shortage however so I had to buy a Bike at a department store. Ill come when this bike finally breaks on me.
What more can I say about Fred and his staff? They are a treasure to the community and am example of how a small business should be run ... with honesty, hard work and service to community. I am a customer for life.
There are 5 or 6 bike shops in my area. But the Lifestyle Cycle is the only bike shop I go for all my bike needs.
Over the past few years Ive purchased a Trek trailbike for my son and a Jamis trailbike for my wife. Fred has rebuilt my Specialized crossbike with a complete new set of wheels, drive grouping and shifters. Would not go anywhere else for what he and his staff handle in such a professional and courteous manner. Besides, its just a fun place to stop by for anything bike related or a quick bike chat!
Very courteous and helpful the two times Ive gone. They checked out our bikes and tuned the brakes on my kids bike. They also were knowledgeable and answered my questions which probably is basic, but I had no experience. Highly recommend.
Had a great experience today! I thought I needed new brakes and was prepared to leave my bike for a couple of weeks. He took a quick look at it and said it just needed an adjustment and did it right there. I was in and out in 15 minutes for much less than I was anticipating! Awesome customer service!
I visited this shop last week (end of June) and although they have an obligatory mask note on the door when I entered there was 3 clients with no mask at the counter and 1 out of 2 employees without a mask.I left and will never go back. Bought my bike down the road...After three months you would think the guys understand reality..Avoid always...no idea about health or rules. You would think someone in sport would understand Covid!!!!!
Was here a month or so ago and got great service, despite the store having no inventory. Any update on inventory expectations would be appreciated. We only have two bikes right now so my family of three is unable to bike together. Please let us know when we can give you our business on a new bike! Thanks!!
I needed a spoke fixed urgently before I left for a race and Lifestyle Cycle was a lifesaver! They were able to fix it in under 5 minutes. I highly recommend coming here!
The guys hooked me up with a (Giant) bike. Been loving the ride, and I know Ill be back when something breaks. The repair rates seemed reasonable, and the staff seemed knowledgeable.I would buy a second bike here
Been coming to Lifestyle Cycle for a few years now despite the fact that theyre 15 miles away from where I live. Awesome assistance from people with tons of knowledge not only pertaining to the bike, but power meter technology. They also have a pretty cool indoor studio! Very helpful service and they communicate well regarding the status of your equipment. Definitely would highly recommend this shop for bikes and service.
I’ve been with these guys for quite some time now. Excellent repairs at a reasonable price. Very knowledgeable and friendly people. I don’t plan on going anywhere else!
Excellent service. Bought a bike here and have been in several times for service and repairs. These folks are always friendly, helpful, and professional. Knowledgeable mechanics that treat you fairly. High recommendation.
I went here to get a cable repaired. I cant express how happy I am with the service, the interaction, and the easy whole repair process was. I was given clear details on what was going to be repaired, and what was going to happen.We also got a standard tune up. The bike looks like it is brand new.Everything was done in one day. One day. While this may not be standard, I apprecaited the speed and the honest, upfront candor the staff showed. They told me right away what was needed, and what the time frame would be.Wow. I will be going here for all my cycling needs. My wife and I have road bikes that we use on the libertyville trails to old school, adler, and independence grove. Lifestyle Cycle now has all of our cycling business.Honestly, I couldnt be happier.
Getting our bikes tuned up. Really quality work.
August 2019. OK. So Fred really is the best bicycle mechanic I’ve ever met. I was expecting to give up my bike for two or three days and spend a ton of money on replacement parts. Instead, I was in and out in 20 minutes, he repaired the root cause. I paid a fair price, and have my favorite bike working like new. This is the place to go.May 2020 UPDATE: Stopped in today with my wife’s 25+ year old bike which she still loves. Do we replace it or see if it can be fixed? Fred takes a look and immediately recognizes the whole configuration, zeroes in on the right components, schedules the work. He didn’t try to up-sell us into a new bike.While he was writing it up, a dad and daughter walk in holding some bike part in his hands; they somehow lost the part that screws into that part. Dad has his wallet out, daughter is looking embarrassed for losing a critical part. Fred is 8 feet away, cracks a joke, reaches into a new parts bin under the counter, pirates the right part off of a new assembly, and places it in dad’s hands. No charge.Seriously. Who does that?I love this place.
My family purchased an indoor cycling bicycle and attempted to put it together ourselves. When we ran into problems, I called Lifestyle Cycle to ask if they were able to help with the assembly. Fred had me bring the partially assembled bike in and then quickly fixed the problem we were having with it. The turnaround time from phone call to fixed problem was less than an hour!! Thats great service!! Thanks, Fred!
I’ve been to a lot of bike shops and in terms of service, knowledge, and friendliness Lifestyle Cycle is amazing. Fred is a wealth of knowledge and super cool to work with. Highly recommend these guys.
Best bike shop around! The owner and staff are very knowledgeable and truly cares about getting you on the right bike.
The first time I went to this store was to get my bike assembled out of the box.This is a family owned bike shop. Right when you walk in and talk to Fred(owner) you will know this is store you would always want to come back.He always gives you good options, instructions and recommendations. I am very glad to have such a bike store near me.Very knowledgeable staff. They are not commercial but rather helpful and informative.Unlike the big bike chain stores the services are offered at a very good reasonable price.I definitely recommend this store for rookies and experts. Another good thing I like is that they are open 7 days a week
Awesome people at Lifestyle Cycle! Very accommodating on a small job on my fatty wheels that took less than 5 minutes! Fred is working on my road bike now with some issues and hes very straightforward with it!
Very nice service, Richard took the time to listen to my point of view and give me a few bikes to try out and he knew the area I was going to be biking in so he gave me a good insight. Best service Ive ever had at a bike store and a great selection of Giant bikes. 👍 They also have a very nice area next to the store to try the bikes, steep inclines and declines as well as flats to ride.
This place is incredible, down to earth staff. Richard helped us and unfortunately this is his last week there. Fred and Jessica, the owners are awesome, offering coffee or water and providing great conversation.They didnt upsell or oversell, they dont mark up anything. They sell a great atmosphere, and more importantly, friendship for everyone. We got a sweet bike, test drove a few around the neighborhood and never felt pressured to buy anything. Not once did they ask, are you ready to check out or, if you order today I can throw in a free water bottle ..Go see for yourself. Cheers Fred and Jessica, job well done!!
The absolute best place to go to repair bikes and buy bicycles too. The staff is super nice, friendly and very knowledgeable. When you are in the market to buy a bike, think of Fred and Jessica. They really care for their customers and their in depth knowledge will guide you in the right direction. I am so glad they opened their own shop in Libertyville on the corner of Milwaukee & Lincoln. Fantastic store, professional staff and amazing selection of custom bikes too! Thumbs Up!!
I was sent over to this shop by a local friend. He told me Id get great service and they would take care of me over there. I walked right in and out within about 25mins with a brand new bike and the staff was so awesome! They have me great tips and showed me how to take of my new bike. Im really impressed and happy I bought here.
Awesome service excellent mechanics took care of me very well.
Fred takes the time to go over any concerns on any bike you bring in. Great service, good coffee and great people. I have brought numerous bikes, wheels and questions to Lifestyle and they are always candid and fair on price. Keep up the great work guys!
Fred (the owner) is always there and runs a great shop with a fantastic staff.. Lifestyle cycle is more than just a name its truly a lifestyle...!Many thanks to Fred and Jesse for making me feel like their only customer.
I am the Assistant Manager at the Sparrows Nest Thrift Store and Donation Center in Mundelein. We received a racing bike from a donor and it was missing a seat and needed air in the tires. I took it to Fred at Lifestyle Cycle to have him replace the seat, so the bike would be complete. I was going to pay to have the seat replaced, but to my surprise he donated the seat, filled the tires and gave me info about the bike. Fred is a super nice guy and is very generous! Thanks so much from the Sparrows Nest and our charity Home of the Sparrow!
After experiencing Lifestyle Cycles first hand- We will never purchase a bike off the shelf again. Hands down, these are the best Bikes we have ever bough, but honestly, its more than just the hardware with these guys. When you purchase your bikes from owner Fred, you are also getting an insane amount of attention, knowledge, service and expertise. You get the feeling they are really vested in your satisfaction with the entire experience! It gave us confidence in our purchases and our decision to make a meaningful investment in our riding.
We came to Lifestyle Cycle to purchase a new big for my 8 year old son. Fred and Jess were so helpful in not only helping us find a great bike at a good price, but they also took my son out in the back alley to try the bikes out to ensure he was comfortable on them. I am sure you can find lower end brand bikes for less money at big box stores, but you wont find the high quality, genuine caring for the right fit, or the expertise at those places. I will definitely be back to Lifestyle Cycle when my daughter outgrows the bike she has now! Thank you for a great experience and wonderful customer service!
Fred is amazing! We bought a pedicab from China, and it needed a lot of work. Fred was willing to make house calls (3 trips!) to my house in Gurnee to get the pedicab up and running. His fee was very reasonable (quite frankly, he didnt charge enough!), and he has earned a customer for life. Now, every time I take my special needs boys for a ride in my pedicab, I will be thanking Fred!
After trying two other shops in Libertyville I ended up here and was sold just on the service! The bike I bought is great and I will buy my next bike here for sure.
As a senior I was looking for assistance in buying my first bike in 40 years. I walked into the store and Fred was great. He listened to my needs and suggested Giant Escape 1 Great suggestion and love it. Highly recommend Fred
Weve bought two kids bikes here for a 3 year old and a nearly 5 year old. We received the same service and respect that customers buying substantially more expensive road bikes received. They were great with my kids as well. I hope to buy a road bike next spring and I will 100% be giving these guys my business.
Absolutely great service. I brought my bike at lunch and it was fully tuned by 5 pm the same day. Price is considerably lower than a big chain bike shops. Ill be back. Thank you.
Its been a long time since Ive been to a business that was run so well. They fixed issues with my bike as a result of another shops work. Im a gearhead but new to cycling and they were completely open and willing to discuss everything that was being done. Not only a passion for cycling and a depth of knowledge but also very honest. We talked about potential services and I was actually told to wait and defer them for sometime when they would be more effective. Really happy to have found this place!
Great shop that wants to help. I needed to replace my bottom bracket and they quickly swapped out what I had. Worth the drive from Schaumburg to support this shop.
Lifestyle Cycles is the best bike shop in Lake County. Friendly and competent staff. These guys know their stuff and will always provide the best service.
Great Bicycle shop! We got 3 bikes for my kids. Fred took the time to fit them properly and all 3 kids love their bikes! He is great with kids and really knows his stuff!
The customer service in this place is impeccable. The owner is a fun person and helps you to the T.I would recommend this shop without doubt.
Fred, the owner, is friendly, smart, and fair. I needed to have a crank arm that was stripped repaired. Not only did he complete the repair on a busy Saturday (WHILE I WAITED), he also charged me $5 less than he quoted on the phone. Service like this is so rare today that I was just blown away. Best bike shop in Lake County.
Incredible knowledge base on all types of bicycles.
Great local bike store! Just purchased bikes for myself and my two daughters. Great service and very friendly folks! As a local business owner myself, I try to shop small and support Libertyville families and business owners. This one is a winner!
Owner and Staff Do Not Discriminate Against Pre-Existing Lung Conditions For Those Who Cannot Wear A Mask - Excellent Customer Service.
I went and purchased a new bike for recreational purposes. The staff members there was very professional, friendly, and helpful in setting up my mountain bike to fit my needs. I would highly recommend this store to those who is looking for a bike. Looking forward to future business with Fred and Jesse
THIS is how a locally-owned business should operate. I came in as a total novice and was treated with complete respect and patience as all my questions were answered and was put under no pressure whatsoever. Bought an amazing cyclocross bike and had feel totally confident that I can come back with any questions or issues in the future. Fun and friendly atmosphere with a tremendously knowledgeable staff.
Came in to get my drive train looked at after having some issues I couldnt solve myself. The very knowledgeable owner found the problem quickly and was very friendly. Ill definitely come back again.
Great shop! Good selection with exceptional service. Will definitely be back for my next bike.
While visiting Libertyville, we shopped at Lifestyle Cycles. The owner was so friendly and genuine. They are knowledgable about everything they sell and very helpful finding the right products to fit our needs. Would recommend to anyone looking for great service and prices.
Amazing customer service. Im a newby to the cycling world and needed at lot of help. Only bought shoes and cleats, but left with info about how to adjust my bike as well.
Im only giving this place 5 stars because there isnt an option for 6. I was on the receiving end of a hand-me-down kid bike from my co-worker, that had a broken piece at the brake lever. I stopped by after work, Fred took a look at his bag of parts but couldnt find the exact size needed since it was an older model bike - and they dont commonly use that size anymore. He was able to pull a spare part off a donation bike in the basement and hooked me up with what I needed. He noted another broken component on the front brake, and had it ready for me the next day for a surprisingly low price (he didnt even charge me for the used part that was my initial focus).The entire staff is friendly, but Fred the owner knows his bikes (it shows), loves bikes (it shows), and provides excellent, friendly customer service. Hes got a customer for life - I highly recommend this place!
Fred is very helpful and the shop is kitted out to make sure you will leave there a happy and informed customer.
Awesome new Bike store in Libertyville, Il - Great selection of bikes and accessories! My family had a really great experience with Fred, the Owner and Lead Mechanic, who helped us pick out two perfect bikes for our kids! Awesome local store in town!
Great shop. Excellent service. Great group rides led by the owner Fred. FAST group rides.
Jessica is really passionate and her husband is very knowledgeable about the cycle industry. One service you have to check out is their fit program where you get tested and custom fit to the bike that is best suited for you.
Thank you, Fred, for quickly solving an unexpected bike issue that popped up just before our morning ride, taking time to answer questions and on top of that, detailing a local route, so we could ride away with a working bike and a new riding experience. Were looking forward to trying your group ride at 8am Saturdays.
Absolutely brilliant service and real nice shop! I was visiting the area with work and Fred sorted me out with a perfect loaner bike with zero fuss and even invited me along on a friendly group spin to get my bearings, thanks a mil.
Great Bicycle shop, friendly & knowledgeable staff, great bike selection. Service is second to none, highly recommend!
Thanks to Fred and staff for helping us select the correct bikes for our entire family.
My husband and I are novist riders and were looking to get to the next level. We did our research and went to Life Style Cyles last weekend. The salesman was great. He listened to our likes, dislikes and goals. We bought 2 bikes and had a wonderful Labor Day Ride! I noticed the store was kid friendly-iPad, books,etc-and brought my 3yr old in the next day for her first bike. Myself being in customer service I love that I did not feel over sold and will be back!
Freddo is a great guy, so knowledgeable and always there to help. I bought a Giant TCR Xbike, very happy with my choice. Thanks to the staff of Lifestyle. Luca
Lifestyle Cycle (no s) is a new shop in Libertyville. The shop is a labor of love and passion, and is owned by Fred and Jessica Kuehn. While the shop is brand new, Freds experience is extensive, having been a staple of several North Shore bike shops. He is widely known for his incredible mechanical skills, as well as his passion for cycling, and his love of grilled meat and strong coffee!The premise of the shop, as the name implies, is to make cycling an active part of your lifestyle: whether you are a hard-core commuter, occasionally take your hybrid bike to the farmers market, enjoy hitching your bike trailer up and towing your kids around the neighborhood, gathering early on weekend mornings for a sixty mile suffer-fest averaging 22 mph, or riding countless miles on the Des Plaines River Trail to get in shape for the upcoming cyclo-cross season...your reasons are your own and are part of your lifestyle.I absolutely recommend that you stop by the shop to see Fred and Company; they sell Giant, Seven Cycles, and Pure Fix bikes (with more brands to be announced) and have a bright, uncluttered showroom, with coffee always brewing. If you need your mountain bike tuned up, want to see about having some wheels custom built for your dream road bike, or need to consult with Fred in order to see about sizing and ordering your own custom Seven Cycles dream bike, it is all easily attainable at Lifestyle Cycle. The shop is family-friendly and you wont get an elitist attitude, so whatever your needs or desires are, as far as cycling is considered, make Lifestyle Cycle part of your lifestyle.
Outstanding service. Better than the competition.
Great shop quick and to the point.
This is our 2 time we bring our 🚲 to them. Best bike service you will get in lake county .
Nothing but positive experiences
A+ service
Fred is the man bar none