A 1 Scoot Skate & Bike

My partner and I both bought bikes from this awesome little shop. Laura and Darren are incredibly passionate about bikes and racing! I love my State fixed gear, and my partner loves his Marin bike! The service is very friendly relaxed professional. I appreciated that they helped figure out based on my needs the perfect bikes for both of us. Laura also recommended appropriate accessories and told us what we needed now and what we could wait to get later and also what we could do without. They have these awesome bar lights that are USB rechargeable! I love love love my new bikes!

Scoot and Skate is possibly the best bike shop in Miami. The staff is friendly and they do good, fast and inexpensive work. I have been going to this bike shop for years now and the service is always the same. I highly recommend them!

Always great service. I went in to purchase a bike a while back and left with a great demo bike a few thousand dollars less than retail. The owner even helped me sell my old bike with their consignment program. I got more for my bike than I expected. Again, good people, great service and a cool dog that hangs out in front of the store all day lol.

This was a chance encounter having searched for a local cycle store on Unilocal! which stocked the Sun Bike range as soon as me and my partner arrived at the store we were greeted by a very friendly Kareem. I saw that they had a Sun Baja 7 speed cruiser in stock and asked if i could take it for a spin, Karim said of course no problems and did not even request id as he had my partner as equity!
I was sold on this bike the minute that i got on it and went round the block, I returned to the store and placed a order for two bikes and Karim ensured that not only were the bikes delivered to the store the next day but also ensured that I received the spare tubes and tyres to allow me to take them over to London the next day with a great price in the mix.
I cannot praise the service enough and the professionalism from all of the staff who assisted me in all stages of my purchase, this is a great cycle store which on the surface may appear cluttered but trust me when I say that the devil is in the detail and would highly recommend that when in Miami you check out the Scoot, Skate and Bike Shop for all of your cycle needs.
I have attached a image of the Sun Baja Cruiser 7 speed if you have not seen one before the tyres are a huge 26×3.5 on red Aluminium Rims (see image 16). Thanks for a fantastic service and allowing me to test the bike to my hearts content,
Nuff Respect to Karim and the team.

Alright so I should start with the fact that I am a total newbie when it comes to bikes. I had recently gotten a new job and I desperately needed a way to get to work. I decided on getting a bike. I found this shop on Unilocal.The reviews were great so I decided to give it a shot. I was greeted the moment I walked in, and within minutes I had found the perfect bike for my morning commute thanks to the help of everyone that works there. I often go back for accessories. I am not one to leave reviews but this bike shop is incredible. They have a wide selection of bikes and everyone there is very friendly!

Darren is the man. Helped me find the right bike for me and my wife, and all the necessary accessories for my kids. He helped assemble everything and made sure nothing was forgotten. The price was totally reasonable, especially considering the high level of service. Also, I never felt like I was being oversold anything — he was primarily interested in addressing my needs and ensuring I was satisfied with my purchase. I absolutely recommend this as the best, most trustworthy, most knowledgeable bike shop in Miami.

Let’s get some things straight: this bike shop is awesome. I came in to rent a bike for critical mass on Ultra weekend. If you’re not familiar, this is a pretty busy time for midtown. Even with all of that mayhem and a busy shop, Kareem was extremely helpful and attentive to getting me hooked up. I waited no more than 10 minutes and *POOF* — I was off with my cruiser enjoying the sweet, sweet sunshine.
I’m not much of a bike person and at other shops at times I’ve felt looked down on. Not here. These guys were down to earth and approachable. A1 fa sho!
*Don’t forget to pet the charismatic doggie for the full experience :)

First of all I really would like to give atleast four stars but my first experience has been frustrating. I live in South Beach and at times bikes are priced higher then normal. I also wasn’t happy with the selection of bikes on the beach so I gave this place a try. Instantly I was happy and was excited about the selection of fixie/​single speed bikes. So great help with the sales guy and because I just got paid I decided to go with a higher end bike that the guy had me excited about the moment he showed me! I was going to invest in better wheels eventually on the bike originally planned but this one had it all and so I got.
Long story short lol the crank was bad and klanked every few times around on the rotation. So the attention I wanted on the $ 600 bike was of «Oh wow, what kind of bike is that ?» to «„what the hell is that sound?“ I didn’t even need to buy a horn, for people to know i was behind them lol! Not that I would ever put one on this nice Leader bike. So After my family left that weekend I had time to take it in. Well they didn’t have the tool or part so they ordered it. Four days passed and I returned to the shop to see if it were in and it wasn’t. Disappointed that I wouldn’t be able to take it on my road trip I was prepared to just leave it. Well a different guy that sold me the back with a different mentally seemed to be on it and convinced to get me fixed and on my way. I told him I would wait for the original part but he seemed that the part on the $ 300 bike would be just fine. I asked a different guy if they could just take the part from the exact bike that I bought that was newly hung and I guess was put together to be sold as was to me but he said,» then that bike would be broke”. I was like umm yea I already paid for mine and really the other part ordered could have been exchanged once it got in. So the part was put on and oh lets say it serve the purpose but is a different color. I just realized the part is not the same color as the other side from a picture I took of it after I bought it. I didn’t even take it on the road because the back break was loose I realized, and asked the guy who sold me the bike when he got back from his lunch break and his answer was «oh this switch needs to be closed and flipped the switch. Come to find out the switch is broke I think. I try to tighten it but didn’t work. I never had this type of break. Usually a vbreak or disk, so I felt a little stupid lol. So now my blacked out bike with silver highlights has a champagne colored spinner lmao. This has been a learning experience. I definitely know next time to test ride a bike first. I will let my friends now if I decide to send them that way when they are ready for a new bike. I freewheeled real cool so they didn’t hear the klank when I pedaled lmao. I most likely will just have it checked out at one of the few bike spots on the beach. Don’t think I feel like driving back over there again. Don’t get me wrong, very knowledgeable guys and great selection of bikes and parts. I guess just one of those rare situation. I almost forgot, I had a blown my back tire from the car to the shop from parking and got charged a labor fee when the bike wheel was already off. I understand the fee for the tube but makes you wonder lol. And the guy was strong voiced making sure I paid haha

The best help for cyclists who need great repairs on the go. Darren trued up my wheel (a high end carbon Roval that needed a specific tool) before a big race– my half ironman– and took care to do it well. They fit me in and I think these guys are awesome! Seek them out for all your Miami bike needs– rentals repairs, etc. #supernice.

I has always been an incredidly reliable bike shop. They are vere generous, giving out complimentary service to people riding in the Miami Criticall Mass br.

Awesome service, great products, extremely reasonable and extremely happy with the way I was treated throughout the whole process.

I had my bike tuned-​up here last month with the goal of getting a sticky front brake fixed. I know nothing about bikes aside from how to ride them so I told them my issue and trusted it was a simple problem that would be corrected with the tune up. Nope. They threw new pads on there and adjusted them even tighter! I should have gone back immediately but i figured maybe it would work itself out. Two weeks later my front brake stuck while I was going down a bridge and BAM over the handlebars, onto my face. THANKS FOR THE STITCHES A**HOLES. I took my bike to a different shop down the street and they were appalled by the «tune up» I just had. The rear brake cable was left raw and stabby and cut too short to be adjusted. The problem with the front brake is an interior spring that needs replaced. Really A1? Isn’t it more money for you guys if you fix more stuff? Lazy.
Oh yeah, and the service here blows. They always make me feel like a first class fool, third class customer. And they take forever. Don’t go here if you value your face being intact.

My boyfriend was referred to this bike shop from a mutual friend of Kareem that works there. We went there on a Friday to look at some bikes and came back Saturday so that my boyfriend could purchase the bike he saw the day before. We get there and Kareem helps him at first but then kind of disappears in the front to chat with some other patrons and employees. My boyfriend asked if he could test drive the bike and Kareem said yes but disappeared once again.
Another employee comes up to us and says have you been helped and we stated yes we were waiting for Kareem to come adjust the bike seat. The employee rolls his eyes and says well I could’ve helped you with that! First off, we didn’t ask for your attitude but whatever.
My boyfriend tests drives the bike and realizes the seat is uncomfortable. We come back in and my boyfriend asks another employee if there are complaints about certain seats and to suggest some good ones. The employee looks at us with a blank stare and then tells us «if you want seats they’re right there!» While pointing to the seats. I could not believe his attitude and their willingness to not help us. Meanwhile Kareem was nowhere to be found.
At this point we were completely over it. We planned to purchase the bike and pay for a new handle bar as well as new seats. My boyfriend left the bike near the seats and we left.
A few hours later my boyfriend received a text message from the mutual friend (who is also a client of his) stating that Kareem says we never brought the bike back. My jaw dropped. A minute later Kareem called my boyfriend accusing him of stealing the bike. My boyfriend explained it was right next to the seats and if he would’ve been actually paying attention and providing good customer service he would’ve known that.
After actually looking he realized the bike was in fact in the exact spot we told him it was.
My boyfriend texted the mutual friend and told her what happened and I suppose she talked to Kareem afterwards. Because 5 minutes later he texts my boyfriend (mind you we met this guy a day ago, why is he texting us?) and says «get your story straight, I never accused you of stealing the bike I was just worried about where you went.» First of all, why are you speaking to a customer like that? And you weren’t that concerned because you didn’t notice we were missing for a few hours.
At the end of the day I would never recommend this bike shop to anyone because of the horrible service we received. My boyfriend is a personal trainer at 3 of the gyms in the same neighborhood whose clients love fitness and he will not be recommending this bike shop to any of them as well.

I’ll start by saying the mechanic here was perhaps the most professional person there. And with that I’ve said about all there is to say about my experience that was remotely «good».
I rang the folks at A1 Scoot up about 2 weeks prior to going there. I had a bike that I needed painted. They told me it would cost around $ 200 to disassemble and paint and then reassemble and take about 2 weeks. Fair enough.
I arrive with two bikes in tow. One to paint and one I just wanted put back together. I had taken the latter apart to fit into the truck. I arrived and spoke to Karim. I had to leave the bikes since the painter isn’t on site and had to come by to look over the job and give an estimate. It was Monday, September 30^th and at the time Karim said the painter should be by in an hour or so.
The assembly bike was ready to get started. Karim told me that they charge about $ 90 to disassemble and reassemble. I calmly informed him that I only needed the bike put back together so that cut out a step already. He said it was a trike bike and that took more time. I told him that I took it apart with a wrench and flathead screwdriver in 15 minutes. He replied that putting them back together «always takes longer». I kind of smirked, getting a sense of what I was going to have to deal with. Eventually he came to his senses and said they would try to «keep it under $ 50». Given that it’s an assembly I’m not exactly sure to this day what THAT means. How would one «keep it under $ 50» if there are set services and procedures being done? I don’t like haggling with people. I like honest. You asses what needs to be done and give someone an honest, set price. We aren’t treasure hunting here or given cart blanche. Do a job and keep it moving. So on to the bike that needed painting.
I decided on white and Karim showed me some swatches. Good. I think we have something here. Some stickers needed to be removed, as the bike would be blasted and given a nice, new coat of paint. There are some stickers on the chrome and pegs. «Can you take those off while you are at it?» I thought the question seemed simple. Karim replied that they would only remove stickers on the the parts they are painting. Hmm. You are going to have my bike for two weeks to blast and paint nearly every OTHER part of the bike and I’m going to drop 2 bills. But you can’t take off two extra stickers? Fair enough. Karim says he doesn’t want to «waste his guy’s time» doing that and if I wanted the stickers off I should «sit down and scrub» them off myself. Fair enough. Note to self: this guy isn’t the best in dealing with people. But I am still going to reasonably accept his reply.
«Here’s an idea: If you paint that part of the bike you will take off those stickers too, right? So let’s paint it and call it a day». At this stage I want to move forward and get it done.
We agreed. The painter should be in later today. Karim would call me back to give me and estimate and we would be all set. Day ends. No call. I ring up Karim and the painter didn’t come by.
Day two. I ring up Karim and the painter didn’t come by.
Day three. I walk in and still no one has heard from the painter. Trike bike is ready. Guy with the beard behind the desk informs me that the painter hasn’t called back. He hasn’t returned their calls though «he is usually good about getting back» to them. They have «another guy that’s more expensive, but does the same quality work». The latter statement was a head-​scratcher. Oh, well. Whatever.
We decide that — well, he decides that if they don’t hear from the painter by today I should come pick up my bike because they «need to get it out of the shop». Great. These guys are the type of folks that find solutions for their customers. Duly noted. (sarcasm)
About 30 minutes later I get a call that the painter showed up just as I left. Since Karim was who I had given instructions about the painting, I reviewed with the bearded guy over the phone. He said he would call back in a few minutes to give me an estimate. 4 hours later no call. No call. When I called back 4 hours later everyone that knew anything about my bike was gone for the day so I had to wait until Day 4.
Day 4. Estimate. Agreed. Ready to paint. Around 11am.
7pm later that day. Space running out: Trike was missing pieces. They had tried to convince us earlier that other pieces were missing only to open their eyes and admit to finding them after all. So we went in to locate the pieces. The lowrider was still in the shop. Partner asked about it. They said they didn’t want to do it because it was «too much work». Didn’t call. So bike was just sitting there. Day 5 will involve me going back to pick it up.
Speaking for myself, these guys are pretty slack and unprofessional. I had to hunt them down each time they said they would call. Bike isn’t painted. I’d say service here sucks. Duly noted.

I’ve been looking for a good bike shop in miami for a min. Finally found one that is on point and I didn’t feel like I was getting ripped off. The owner is Darren and has a nice laid back vibe and is willing to take time to help out. I will def refer my friends and family to them… They are located on Biscayne blvd 1 block away from the new publix. They seem to have a nice selection and fixed my bike while I waited. Happy I found them.

* Are you suicidal, but don’t want to leave behind an overweight corpse?
* Do you fantasize about blazing through Miami streets on a road bike, while the sun melts the helmet to your head and sets your back on fire?
* Do you like chasing small woodland creatures on a mountain bike, traversing uneven terrain like an unholy mountain lion?
* Do you enjoy wearing tight spandex, covered with the logos of companies who will never, ever sponsor you?
* Have you ever wondered just how much a single human can sweat?
Then Cycling is for you, my friend!
Whatever your reason for pedaling and whatever your style of choice, be it road cycling, mountain biking, beach cruising, fixies, triathelon, or just spending time with the family, the right bike, gear and maintenance is key. And Miami is full of bike shops with False Prophets of Pedaling, giving you bad advice and trying to empty your wallet, instead of helping you not get saddle sores. Which is why A1 Scoot Skate & Bike shop is the only place I go and the only place I suggest to friends to get their cycling on! This is not the shiniest shop in town and they may not have the diamond-​bedazzled carbon monstrosity that is currently advertised on Cycle-​Pro South Beach Edition magazine, but what you get is the most honest, knowledgeable staff, professional and sincere guidance and name brand bikes from Bianchi, Jamis, Marin and more. The atmosphere is laid back and there are always dogs greeting you at the door, while patrons come, talk, learn, buy, rent, fix and go. They also have tons of gear to suit your needs, and most importantly, the best service center to tune and fix your bike. These guys are all cyclists themselves, not salespeople. I have been coming here for years, and have gotten all my bikes from them and as my knowledge and expertise has increased, I have only become more aware that the advice that I was given by these guys when I knew nothing, was the best and the bikes I have purchased were the right ones for my style, budget and interest. This is a rare trait that should be valued and appreciated, especially in this two-​bit town full of con artists.
So, while I struggle every day to leave behind a better looking corpse, sweating away the miles under the Miami sun, or trying to avoid another broken bone at Oleta or Markham’s trails, I am confident that the piece of metal, carbon-​fiber and rubber underneath me was purchased from, and serviced by A1SSB and I can depend on it to perform perfectly. Now, if I could only purchase some actual skillz from A1SSB…

Unilocal check in discount 10 percent. They are very generous, giving out complimentary services to people riding in the Miami Critical Mass Bike Ride. They get busy and don’t always acknowledge customers waiting — but if you have patience, you will be served. Give yourself plenty of time to get stuff done.

Went here cash in hand to buy a bike to enjoy this beautiful Miami weather. Went in, stood there for about 20 minutes and watched new comers come in the store and get attended before we did.
After 20 minutes i went and ask what was going on. They finally got to me. Once they got to me, i asked what was the difference between the different bikes and the only response was «price». At this point i was furious and just walked out.
If you need some help picking a bike, and want some attention this is clearly not the place to go.
Sad reality really, the store only being a 5 minute walk from me. Will never go back here.

Came here after a terrible experience with RB cycles on Biscayne. What a 180! Staff, particularly Kareem and Daren (owner) were extremely helpful, polite and easy going. They guided me through which bike to choose and let me test drive a couple bikes i was looking at without question. Kareem was a pleasure to speak with and learn from as i am a new cyclist and made asking questions easy, that is, the very little he left me with after his informative 101 sesh. NOTHING about this experience was rushed nor pushed. It was like he actually cared about my questions as to having a pleasant experience with their shop and with my new endeavors as a cyclist! Go figure. Like a said, a 180 degree difference from the stuffiness emanating from RB cycles down the street on 28^th and Biscayne.
In addition to the mellow atmosphere and heady energy, they really did give me a great deal on a bike that i think is perfect for me! I’ll give them my money all day long… as opposed to the aforementioned cycle snobs above. :) Hope this helps!
Now go get a bike and ride!

You know a bike shop’s a success when you have an Akita roaming around the store in circles.
Sometimes it lays, but you know, if I had to pick between watching paint dry, or staring at an sleeping Akita — I’d pick the sleeping Akita.
A 1 Scoot Skate & Bike is a great store.
CUSTOMER SERVICE:
I like how the customer service is welcoming — I came in and I was greeted as a local and as an equal. The staff here are great listeners who know their stuff — don’t be afraid to ask questions, they’re all about giving suggestions and advice.
Heck, we bike enthusiasts will do whatever we can to save the planet!
Now, if you’re in Edgewater/​Omni — anywhere in Midtown Miami, really — then this is place to go for ALL your biking needs.
They have lots of bikes to choose from, and while it’s not spacious as RB Cycles, it’s got more of the real authentic biking shop needs.
A regular tune-​up here is $ 15.00.
All in all, I left with a brand new helmet, shirt/​shorts, headlight, lock and I couldn’t have been more pleased with the service.