Frequent Questions?

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Do you ship?

We do. We are able to ship all over the US . We ship bikes via FedEx . Most bikes cost $75-$100 for shipping and handling (includes packing).

http://www.therecyclery.com/faqs/2413

How long have you been in business?

The Recyclery started in the back of a thrift store . In Sept. 2005 . It has lived in three other locations since then, and now is in residence one block north of the world famous Hawthorne Blvd on 9th ave. in Portland, OR. .

http://www.therecyclery.com/faqs/2410

Is your shop pet friendly?

Friendly dogs (and other kind animal friends) are always welcome.:)

http://www.therecyclery.com/faqs/2412

What if I work late/ early and can't make your hours?

Please just call us. We are usually here tinkering away. You'd be surprized how obsessive bicycle lifestyling can be. (well maybe you aren't surprized.) Any way someone is usually here. Give us a call at 503-734-8831 .

http://www.therecyclery.com/faqs/2407

What's a bicycle swap meet?

A lot of people ask just what is a Bike Swap?

I came up with a good (overkill!) definition through compilation of several defintions:

'Swap Meet' Noun:

'An informal gathering, meeting, fair, or bazaar, for the barter or sale of new or used articles, artifacts, collectables, or handicrafts.'

A Bike Swap is an organized sale of used bikes and equipment. You can sell your used equipment or shop for a great deal on a used bike.

http://www.therecyclery.com/faqs/2414

When are you open?

We are open Mon - Sun. from around 11:00AM to 7:00PM. Open seven days a week. Call us at 503-734-8831.

http://www.therecyclery.com/faqs/2408

Where are you located?

Visit our contact page, it includes a map of our location.

We are located in Portland, Oregon on the corner of SE 9th and Madison. 1417 SE 9th Ave. Portland, OR. 97214.

http://www.therecyclery.com/faqs/2409

Where do your bikes come from?

Our bicycles have all had previous homes before coming to live at the Recyclery. We buy bikes and get them dontated also. Some are trade-ins . Some bikes are found off the beaten track at thrift and second hand shops. Others are bought from garage/ estate/ porch/ yard/ junk/ lawn sales. The BEST bikes are just given to us by folks who no longer use them.

All of the bikes we sell go through a 30 day Portland Police screening. We will not sell a bike till after we are sure it is OK to sell it.

http://www.therecyclery.com/faqs/2411