Business Details
Your Trusted Bike Shop in Chilliwack, BC
Vedder Mountain Bike was founded by local cycling enthusiasts who recognized the need for a high-quality bike shop to match the exceptional mountain bike trails in Chilliwack. With over 60 years of combined industry experience, our team is dedicated to serving the mountain bike community through carefully curated products, expert services, and professional instruction. Our owners bring decades of specialized knowledge, including Rob Friesen's extensive sales expertise, Spencer Arnold's technical proficiency in bike mechanics, and Jeremy Knoke's financial acumen.We maintain rigorous standards for all services, from basic tune-ups to advanced e-bike diagnostics, while fostering trail stewardship through partnerships with organizations like the Fraser Valley Mountain Bike Association. Our certified instructors, including PMBIA-certified coach Peter Bartman, deliver personalized mountain bike lessons tailored to riders of all skill levels.
Services
Bike Sales
Repair Services
Mountain Bike Lessons
E-Bike Maintenance
Parts Installation
Wheel Builds
Suspension Service
Highlights and features
- We offer 15+ years of certified mountain bike instruction experience
- Our mechanics are trained on Bosch and Shimano E-Bike systems
- We provide personalized lessons in Chilliwack's premier trail network
- Our team includes Chartered Professional Accountants and PMBIA-certified coaches
- We maintain strict service standards with documented maintenance procedures
Services
Mountain Bike Lessons
Professional mountain bike instruction for beginners to intermediates. Focus on control techniques, body positioning, and terrain navigation. Tailored sessions in Chilliwack Community Forest with certified PMBIA instructors.
E-Bike Maintenance
Specialized care for Bosch, Shimano, Fazua, and TQ mid-drive e-bikes. Includes diagnostics, software updates, and comprehensive tune-ups. Technicians trained in advanced e-bike systems.
Major Tune-up
Complete bike overhaul including bearing replacements, suspension cleaning, and precision adjustments. Recommended for thorough system maintenance after heavy use or seasonal changes.
Wheel Builds
Custom wheel assembly and truing services. Expertise in spoke tensioning, hub overhaul, and rim alignment for optimal performance and durability.
Bike Sales
Curated selection of mountain bikes and accessories. Focus on quality brands trusted by local riders. Expert guidance for finding the perfect bike for regional trails.
People
Rob Friesen
Owner
Rob manages daily operations with over two decades in the bike industry. Born and raised in Chilliwack, he combines local trail knowledge with extensive retail experience.
Spencer Arnold
Owner
Spencer leads service operations as our technical expert. With over a decade in bike mechanics, he specializes in complex repairs and maintains shop technical standards.
Jeremy Knoke
Owner
Jeremy handles financial operations with CPA credentials. A lifelong Chilliwack resident, he brings decade-plus cycling experience to strategic decision-making.
Peter Bartman
Coach/Sales
Certified PMBIA instructor with 15+ years riding experience. Holds Kinesiology degree and personal training background. Develops customized lesson plans for skill development.
Stefan Bott-Michaelis
Mechanic
Fully certified mechanic with German racing background. Specializes in cross-country bike setup and trail performance optimization since relocating to Canada in 2016.
Questions
What mountain bike lesson options are available?
We offer 2-hour ($150) and 3-hour ($225) lessons for 1-4 riders. Sessions include skill assessments and tailored instruction in the Chilliwack Community Forest.
Which e-bike brands can you service?
Our technicians work on Bosch, Shimano, Fazua, and TQ mid-drive systems. We cannot service hub motorized e-bikes due to specialized requirements.
What service hours should I expect?
Shop is open Tuesday-Friday 10am-6pm, Saturday 10am-5pm. Closed Sundays and Mondays. Holiday hours vary - check our Google Business listing for updates.
What repair services do you offer?
We provide flat repairs, tune-ups ($59.99-$249.99), cable installs, brake bleeds, wheel builds, and suspension services. E-bike diagnostics also available.
How are lessons structured?
Lessons begin with skill assessments followed by personalized instruction. Focus areas include control techniques, body positioning, and terrain management in small groups.
Reviews (5)
Michele Cummins
Sep 27, 2021
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Bought my bike helmet, shoes & gloves here and they were a big help. Love their shop & options and staff is fantastic!
Shandy White
Aug 17, 2021
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Friendly. The staff know their products well and gave me some advice on mtb trail options I wasn't aware of in the area. Picked up a new saddle and Vedder Mountain Bike Co. t-shirt. Nice shop too. Looks clean and well organized. Good gear options as well. I'll be back :-)
Brett Friesen
Aug 05, 2021
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Vedder Mountain Bike co saved the day! Came in with a flat tire on a Saturday and they were able to repair it right away even though they seemed quite busy. On top of that Rob let me watch and learn how to replace my tube so that I know how to do it when it inevitably happens again.
5 star service, would highly recommend giving them a shot.
5 star service, would highly recommend giving them a shot.
Bret Maverick
Jul 18, 2021
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Unbelievable service and so friendly. They got me in to swap on new tires on the spot! Will come back again. 10/10 would recommend. Thanks guys!
Christopher Hunt
Apr 26, 2021
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Excellent service. Calm, patient, and thorough. Listened well to our needs and answered questions perfectly. No judging machismo nonsense and no upselling. Got the bike set up and ready go with the better seat and handle bar extension I wanted. I would definitely go back to buy another bike.
