A fixture in Dinkytown, Varsity Bike & Transit has sold bikes and offered bike-repair services to cyclists in the college-kid-filled Minneapolis neighborhood since 1995. The shop offers more than 150 bikes, in addition parts and accessories. The focus on the commuter-biker, compared with other stores whose inventory includes kids’ bikes, racing gear and more.

Shop owners are Rob DeHoff and partner Jameson McGuine define their success by their store’s policy on customer service – both understanding on how to help customers (for example, the shop offers a free air pump/tools and is hands-on with buying decisions) and by knowing what the customer will want next, like electric bikes. “We have helped hundreds of thousands of customers satisfy their biking needs over our 13 years.”

Varsity Bike & Transit take Green living to work through the bikes they ride and sell. “We go Green beyond everyday work when we chose to use recycled materials in building the Varsity Bike & Transit store.” Varsity Bike & Transit also takes-in and recycles used bikes and bike parts at the store.  “It’s our hope to lead by example, and share what we know to be a more sustainable way of life with our patrons, friends, and neighbors. In our line of work, they are often one-in-the-same.”  The shop has a bike and air tube recycling program, and has a strong eco-friendly stance. Varsity Bike Shop offers the best variety of electric bikes in Minneapolis – more than 6 different varieties.

In our open shop and wall of special tools you can see the quality work we do in our service center. We work on all brands and level of bicycle and stock a full supply of parts to bring any bike up to full working capability. From the 15 minute flat tire fix to the full overhaul we can meet your needs. If you just need to inflate your tires or borrow a tool we always have an air hose and public shop outside our front door. We recommend a tune-up once a year to keep your bicycle in top working condition for years to come. Just bring in your bike to get a free on-the-spot estimate. We will return your ready-to-ride bike in just a day or two. With four tune-ups to choose from we can take care of any bicycle and any budget.