Unlike bear-pulled carts, which require the passenger to dangle a chunk of meat to encourage movement, bicycles can be propelled by people alone. Rid your humancycle of creaks and squeaks with today's Groupon: for $35, you get a race tune-up at Mike's Bikes (a $75 value). This Groupon is good at Mike’s Bikes’ nearby Sacramento location as well as at nine locations statewide.

The experienced coalition of bike mechanics at Mike's Bikes is Wheelsmith trained and certified to repair all makes and models of wheelmobiles. Every race tune-up begins with a complimentary, obligation-free estimate to address any bike problems or concerns. Then, during the 12-point checkup, a friendly bike buff will inspect the bike's frame and pedals, as well as adjust the bottom bracket, headset, hub bearings, front and rear derailleur, and brakes. Your engineless carriage will have its crank and chain ringbolts tightened, its wheels checked, and its self-confidence boosted. Post-tune-up, bikes will be fully prepared to tackle the Tour de France or race gimpy horses.

Since its grand opening in 1964, Mike's Bikes has pursued the simple goal of building an expansive army of well-equipped, fun-seeking cyclers. Mike's has expanded this mission to Africa, fronting the capital and supplies to open self-sustaining sister stores.

Reviews

Yelpers give Mike's Bikes in Sacramento a four-star average:

• This is a sweet bike shop and the staff and owners rock. If you're looking for a new bike, need service or parts, Mike's should be on your short list of places to visit. – Matt M., Yelp
• This shop has the best mechanics in Sac, hands down. – paul a., Yelp