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FIXING BICYCLES FOR KIDS in our neighborhood got me started. It turned into a passion for saving quality bicycles not made in China. Bicycles given NEW LIFE are selectively chosen. Many hours are spent with no compensation.

FOLKS buy a bicycle with good intentions. It may sit in their garage for years unridden. Those bikes have great like-new parts, maybe not-so-great frames. I have taken apart at least 200 bikes, recycling parts not worth reusing & frames not worth restoring. You get the best, the ENVIRONMENT GETS THE BENEFIT.

EVERY BICICYLE FRAME selected for a NEW LIFE has been completely dis-assembled. All original parts are cleaned and carefully inspected for quality & wear. Parts replaced are usually made in Japan & of better quality than original. ALLOY retrofitted components to reduce weight & upgrade bicycle quality are used extensively during precision hand-rebuild.

BUYERS GET THE BENEFIT of a smooth, care-free ride with low maintenance costs.

When I called about a bicycle, Lew was very nice & informative. He told me that he had several I might like, inviting me to come ride them. I was a little uncomfortable doing that since I would be alone. After talking to Lew a few more times, I went to see the bikes. My experience was very pleasant. Seats were adjusted to my comfort level. He is knowledgeable about bikes, answered all my questions. When I selected the one I wanted he told me about adjustments for maintaining the bike. Since that time he has always been helpful. I highly recommend Lew to anyone wanting a quality bike. He's the best. SHEENA

Hi Lew
I love it!! The bike is truly made to fit me and I'm very pleased.
Picked up a couple of wrenches, a pump and a lock from a bike shop. Along with what you sent, feel confident I have everything to keep me riding fo a long time!
Attached is a picture of one very happy guy.
This whole experience has been one that will go down as a model of how good making a purchase on the internet can be. You are a fine, honest man, Lew, and a person with values. You are one of those "few good men" the Marines are always looking for! I'll keep in touch. Jim (British Columbia)

My Cell # is 901-497-0298. Voice mail is available. Please leave a detailed message. Are long-distance charges high for you? Try 10-10-987-1-then-the-number. Check rates on the 1010987 website.

The e-mail link comes directly to me. Lew

Pete, I'm glad everything was OK. Thanks for taking a chance with me. I'm sure the decision was not an easy one. Be assured your "Thank you" spoke a 1000 words.
Ride Safely with a helmet,
Lew
From: Pete A. (Dallas, TX)
Got it, assembled and ridden 12 miles. Thanks Lew.

From: JEROLD. Subject: TWICE-THE-BIKE: What a joke! Should be old bicycles for triple-the-price. Everybody for a profit. Reply: Jerold, would you be so kind as to go to my Buyer's Page?
1) I'm not a retailer. 2) I put in a lot of unpaid time saving quality bicycles.
I agree that TWICE-THE-BIKE is not always accurate. There are also many bicycles where MORE-THAN-TWICE would be true.
I don't know what angered you enough to e-mail me, but whatever it was, be assured I'm still, at 71 yrs. old, an honest man giving honest value.
I want you to know I'm always available to anyone who needs help on bicycles, you included. Lew

Found the serial number, saved it. Thanks for the tip!
Yes, the bike is definitely a keeper. What a great deal for a custom fit bike. Your attention to detail and customer satisfaction went far beyond expectations.
The bent-back seat post works perfectly. I'm comfortable riding the bike. I don't feel too far back, nor do I feel at all out of balance. I'm totally pleased with the bike and I am 100% delighted to have done business with you. You are the best!!! Jim

Friends, I am a 59 year old, overweight grandfather who rides to keep my weight and blood pressure down. At 250 lbs I wore my bicycle out. Dealing with bicycle shop prices was depressing. Lew rebuilt my bicycle. It rides better than ever. Lew did what I needed him to do. He restored my wife's 30+ year old Raleigh. He did a beautiful job. I also bought another bicycle for a spare. I'm glad that I found him. DAVID

Just went for my first ride on Sunday... been training inside (too dark when I get home from work...)

I'm sure I'm going to love it - just takes a little getting used to the riding style but so far so good.

Joyell

Just took my bike for a long ride and am in love with it! I"ve looked for "the bike" for 2 years, never found one that fit my criteria until today. My husband,an avid cyclist, has been frustrated. It seemed like we were never going to ride together. Even I was beginning to think of settling for less. This bike met all my expectations. My husband was as excited as me. We were impressed with your service. Being able to test ride your bikes was a plus. It"s awesome that you recycle & retrofit great bikes. I believe the Chicago Schwinn was waiting especially for me.

The higher handlebars and different grips are super. The service after sale was really appreciated. I don't get giddy over much, but I am just smitten with this bicycle. It's got to be my all ime favorite toy.
Anyway, thanks Lew!
Berdy Lee

Hi Lew
Hope all is well with you.

Checked out your website and am wondering who that movie star is in the photos.
My bike is still perfect & I love riding it. That bike has been to a lot of places in western North America. It travels well. After I take the front wheel & seat off, it fits perfectly in the trunk of the car we tow behind the RV. We're back in Gilbert for the winter. There are lots of bike paths. I often think how lucky I was to have found you and ended up with such a good fitting, smooth operating bike. Best wishes for a happy and healthy 2008. Jim

Got a call from another 6'5"er yesterday. Going to try to do the same thing for him. Lew

March 1, 2009 STILL GOING STRONG! My beautiful bike is still performing most admirably. I expect that it will last me for the rest of my days. I don�t frequent bike shops. My shop is in Memphis and that gentleman (You) turns out such good stuff that my bike has never needed repair! Best regards, Jim