Greasy Fingers Bikes n Repair opens for business
Greater Sandpoint Chamber of Commerce recently welcomed Greasy Fingers Bikes n Repair to the organization. Pictured, from left, are Chamber Ambassador members Carol Warren and Charlie Lui join Melenie Hanson, Greasy Fingers owner Brian Anderson, Jane Huang, Betty Anderson, and Chamber ambassadors: Erin Butler and Paralee Gates. (Photo courtesy GREATER SANDPOINT CHAMBER OF COMMERCE)
SANDPOINT — The Greater Sandpoint Chamber of Commerce welcomes Greasy Fingers Bikes n Repair to the Greater Sandpoint area.
Greasy Fingers is full-service bike shop, which includes the sale of new and used bicycles, parts, and accessories. They also offer professional bike repair and maintenance to keep bicycles in top condition.
The shop is located at 108 N. Third Ave. (corner of Third and Pine) in Sandpoint, Owner Brian Anderson and staff will celebrate the shop’s grand opening on Saturday, March 19. They are offering a 15-percent storewide discount all day and will host a grand opening celebration from 3-6 p.m. with a barbecue, refreshments, raffles and more.
Anderson intends to promote biking in the Sandpoint community and plans mechanical support for local rides and events. He will also lead weekly rides and organize group rides throughout the summer giving area residents a chance to get out and enjoy the scenery of the surrounding area. Offering clinics to increase biker’s general and mechanical knowledge, Anderson strives to keep bicyclists safe and their equipment at optimum performance. Check their website for clinic dates and upcoming rides.
“Our goal is to help you get the most out of your bike,” said Anderson, a fourth-generation Sandpoint native. Anderson holds several certifications and has completed formal bicycle training in all areas ranging from professional repair to bicycle fitting.
Anderson joined the Marines out of high school, traveled the world and then pursued a double major at the University of California, Los Angeles. After moving back to Sandpoint where he missed the hiking, biking and snowboarding he grew up with, Anderson became involved with the Pend Oreille Pedalers. He was soon elected treasurer and has served on the board ever since. As the club’s current president, the Pend Oreille Pedalers has blossomed into more than 150 members. Anderson has volunteered his time in events such as 24 Hours for Hank and ChaFe 150 and is passionate about promoting biking in the community.
The shop will be open Tuesday through Friday, 10 a.m.-6 p.m. and Saturdays, 9 a.m.-5 p.m. There is a convenient parking lot on the premise for easy loading and unloading of bicycles and the shop offers a friendly environment, cup of coffee and a place to relax as bicycles are being repaired or maintenanced.
Information: 255-4496 or online at www.greasyfingersbikes.com