Located in Providence's East Side, Legend is the place for bikes and bike repair in Rhode Island. In addition to adult bicycles in every size and shape, you will find the parts and accessories to keep them on the road as well as to keep you up to date with the latest in what you need to ride high in the saddle.
Legend sells new bikes from Jamis, Focus, Fuji, SE, Surly, and Brompton. Whether you want an affordable bike for the casual pedal around town, or the latest race-worthy machine, we have what you need and everything in between. The staff at Legend is expert at fitting you to the bike and the bike to your needs.
Legend sells new bikes from Jamis, Focus, Fuji, SE, Surly, and Brompton. Whether you want an affordable bike for the casual pedal around town, or the latest race-worthy machine, we have what you need and everything in between. The staff at Legend is expert at fitting you to the bike and the bike to your needs.
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Heidi M. Martini
Oct 26, 2021
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Jen J.
Sep 27, 2021
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Marie M.
Aug 08, 2021
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We wanted to go biking on the East Bay bike path from Blackstone Park. In order to fit 2 electric bikes in the back of our SUV, we had to remove the front wheels. Unbeknownst to us, we did not use brake disc pad spacers and unwittingly squeezed the brakes causing the calipers to tighten up. We wasted a lot of time trying to figure out how to put the front wheels back on, which would not go back in no matter how hard we tried. My husband and I finally decided to go to a bike repair shop to help us install the wheels after we realized our mistake.
The guys who work here are really, knowledgeable
The guys who work here are really, knowledgeable
Nat Backes
May 19, 2021
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Rudy Basquez
Jan 06, 2021
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Terrible service totally rude to new and unexperienced riders. My wife went there with her bike. The gear shifter needs a new hold down clamp or a retainer clip screw and the person she dealt with wouldn't walk out and look at the bike he analyzed it from the cash register and Told her "from what he can see its $150 to fix and won't be able to get to her for at least 2 weeks to a month" he was completely rude and unhelpful. I get it she didn't have a $1,000 bike but you could have listened, looked at the bike closely and then offered help. She wanted a bracket not a rebuild. I suggest taking your
Evan Kindler
Oct 11, 2020
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My bike needed a new hub and chain and they rebuilt it in a few days. I locked my bike up the day I got it from the shop and my handlebars were stolen. I took it back as they were closing and they took my bike in and had new handlebars on it by the next morning. They didn't charge me for the new bars and really turned my day around. Couldn't recommend them highly enough.
Tate L.
Jul 29, 2020
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Pretty sure all three or four of the one star reviews posted have positively no clue on how a bike shop is run. If your bike isn't fixed on time-- just like a car, or a washing machine, or anything else-- it's because business is busy. If you're annoying, you'll probably be subjected to subpar service. Stop being insecure and calling people ''hipsters'' because a mechanic didn't give you a free tube, idiot. This isn't Montessori School. Businesses like this are run by folks, not corporate machines. I, for one, don't want my bike service rushed
Mark W.
Jul 17, 2020
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Came for the first time this week, as I needed to repair my son's bike. The Legend staff was courteous, honest and straight forward - waking me through the process, yet honoring my desire to keep the cost down on the repair of a kid's bike (the last thing you want is to be 'upside down' on a bike they'll outgrow faster than you can keep it running).
Although there isn't a 'major-chain' bike shop anyway, it's still nice supporting a local, community business.
Just like Arnold, "I'll be back!"
Although there isn't a 'major-chain' bike shop anyway, it's still nice supporting a local, community business.
Just like Arnold, "I'll be back!"
Caitlin Sawyer
Jun 27, 2020
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Joe Battaglia
Jun 26, 2020
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James P.
Feb 26, 2020
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Brittnye Svehla
Jan 27, 2020
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J. R. H.
Feb 23, 2019
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Ken Boostrom
Aug 26, 2018
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Legend Bicycle is located 1 mile off the 195 with easy access. The prices at Legends is by the far the best cost per dollar per bike. High quality bikes and components. The special feature of Legends is it's bike repair services located on the premises. Great local bike people working on the bikes, changing tires. Most of the bikes around 25 lbs were around $400.00 - a very good deal for a light weight bike. The owner was on premise and took the time to explain each bike or what the difference was in a steel vs aluminum frame. Great area with lots of great shops within blocks of Legends.
Bethany Potter
Sep 27, 2017
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Will definitely go back. I stopped in because I had a flat on my cheap walmart bike that I was having trouble with, I've never fixed a flat before. The bike expert fixed up my flat super quick, for a great price, and gave me tons of pointers on top of patiently answering my questions. The employees didn't judge me for my non fancy bike or lack of knowledge. It was a great experience and I recommend them for anyone like me who is just starting their biking hobby.
Jack B.
Aug 28, 2017
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A. L.
Aug 11, 2017
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Nothing but good vibes at Legend. I moved to RI from CA a year ago, and it was great to meet the folks at Legend and see the culture they've helped foster on the East Side. I've brought my bike in many times over the past year, and they've always helped and returned my bike with so much more life left on it. James is a true homie, having done most of the work on my bike. He's always friendly and never patronizing, and he seems to truly want folks to leave with a healthy bike. James noticed that replacing a small part on my bike would make future repairs easier for me. However
Jamie H.
Jul 09, 2017
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Been to this shop a couple times to get a lock and some air in my tires. Pretty rad that during the times I went the shop the place seemed to be run by women. Definitely not into going into a bike shop where I feel like an idiot for being an amateur cyclist! I felt very welcome here and the service was great.
Cathy Z.
Apr 23, 2017
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I know about as much about bikes as I do about quantum mechanics (which is next to nothing), so I was a little nervous to bring in my used bike for a tune-up. But I've been here three times now and each experience has been really positive!
The employees here are the best! They were super helpful over the phone, and when I got to the shop, they made sure to carefully explain everything they were doing and break down the prices (which seemed fair to me!). They're also great about suggesting things without being pushy--I don't feel like I'm being ripped off or cajoled.
My
The employees here are the best! They were super helpful over the phone, and when I got to the shop, they made sure to carefully explain everything they were doing and break down the prices (which seemed fair to me!). They're also great about suggesting things without being pushy--I don't feel like I'm being ripped off or cajoled.
My
Kara M.
Apr 19, 2017
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Writing this review based on my first (but definitely not last!) experience with this shop. I came by with my bike and a flat tire, and was pleased to encounter such kind, knowledgeable staff, and efficient staff. They were able to service my bike right away, and per my request, they were also able to teach me a few pointers so I can now replace the tube myself. I was also happy to learn that they offer one-on-one "classes" with you and a tech and your own bike. I've found my go-to bike shop, and will be recommending Legend Bicycles to all friends and family!
Travis W.
Mar 16, 2016
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I'm going to be real blunt, I really hate this place and everyone who works at this shop. I don't throw this around lightly on Yelp, but man, F these guys and this store.
By far the least friendly, and most pretentious to anyone who doesn't know a lot about bikes, or isn't a close friend. The one girl who works there...phewwww...every time I have talked to her or bought something there from her...her passive aggressive attitude is completely rage inducing.
What prompts this 1 star review is our last experience with them as of Today. We have had our tubes replaced here more
By far the least friendly, and most pretentious to anyone who doesn't know a lot about bikes, or isn't a close friend. The one girl who works there...phewwww...every time I have talked to her or bought something there from her...her passive aggressive attitude is completely rage inducing.
What prompts this 1 star review is our last experience with them as of Today. We have had our tubes replaced here more
Aden M.
Aug 02, 2014
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I drove an hour to get to this bike shop today and the doors were closed shut even thought they were supposed to open at 10. I waited a half hour and still, nobody there to open up the shop. I am pretty pissed, but I ended up going to Recycle a Bike and spending my $500 there instead. As a business owner myself I find this behavior extremely unprofessional.
Magnus P.
Jul 11, 2014
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I brought my bike for a tuneup, they had a 2 weeks backlog. Booked an appointment for the tune up for which they required a $20 advance payment in order to secure the spot.
Dropped the bike on the scheduled day at 9 AM, they told me it was going to be ready by 4 PM. Went at 6 PM and NOTHING was done on the bike, they didn't even have the courtesy to call me sand spare me the unnecessary trip to the shop.
Why on earth they are so adamant about asking you for a deposit in advance to book an appointment and then they do not do the job!
Dropped the bike on the scheduled day at 9 AM, they told me it was going to be ready by 4 PM. Went at 6 PM and NOTHING was done on the bike, they didn't even have the courtesy to call me sand spare me the unnecessary trip to the shop.
Why on earth they are so adamant about asking you for a deposit in advance to book an appointment and then they do not do the job!
John D.
May 13, 2014
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Here's a true story: once I went here with a brand new steel frame and 1" fork. I needed the steer tube threaded and a headset installed. Dash -- my usual PVD bike shop go-to -- didn't have the necessary tool set and recommended I call these guys, who happen to be in my neighborhood. A mechanic (or someone speaking as such) told me that threading a fork was not possible, that I was mistaken, and instead offered to sell me a new fork for 60 dollars, plus a headset, plus install fees.
A day later, East Providence Cycle's head mechanic happily threaded the steer tube for a paltry
A day later, East Providence Cycle's head mechanic happily threaded the steer tube for a paltry
Andria T.
Mar 07, 2012
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I recently bought my first bike since junior high, and I was terrified of the potential hipster pretension of a bike repair shop. My love of safety won out, and I took my new-to-me bike in for some new brakes and a once-over by someone who actually knows something about bikes.
They could not have been nicer. I had to wait a couple minutes, but the gentleman who worked with me was friendly, thorough and willing to work within my price range. He explained the areas that needed work, asked how much I paid for it (to get a sense of how much I would want to spend fixing it up), and explained everything
They could not have been nicer. I had to wait a couple minutes, but the gentleman who worked with me was friendly, thorough and willing to work within my price range. He explained the areas that needed work, asked how much I paid for it (to get a sense of how much I would want to spend fixing it up), and explained everything
