Tune-up packages

Are you asking yourself these questions about your bike?

• Is my bike not shifting or braking smoothly?
• Does it feel unsafe to ride?
• Is it truly the right size and fit for me?

With my 30 years of experience, I can make your bike ride like new. Every tune-up package includes a static fitting, a crucial service most shops charge extra for, yet it’s arguably the most valuable aspect of an enjoyable ride.

Beyond the Basic Tune-Up

Consider these additional scenarios where expert service makes a difference:

• Selling Your Bike? Want to ensure you get the maximum value for your bike?
• Bought a Used Bike? Unsure if it’s safe or fits you properly?
• Just Bought a New Bike? It’s time for its first tune-up, and you want to confirm it’s perfectly fitted.

Industry standards recommend an annual tune-up to keep your bike in top working order and safe. My service is designed primarily for Monologue Bikes, but it’s not limited to them. This comprehensive (Magic) tune-up is equivalent to a full overhaul at most shops, with frame detailing available as an option. Please note: additional charges apply for suspension work, brake bleeds, tubeless setups, and e-bikes.

If you want your ride to look nearly new and perform flawlessly with a high-level tune-up from “The Guy” with over three decades of experience, this is precisely the service you’re looking for.

Most Important, FIT!

Note: Every tune-up we provide includes a static bike fit, ensuring you get the absolute best experience from every ride. We believe fitting is the most crucial aspect of cycling, designed to make your bike feel like an extension of you, melting away beneath you during those fantastic rides.

“The Guy’s” Re-Fresh Tune-Up

The “Re-Fresh Your Ride” Tune-Up is the essential reset every bike needs to transition from garage storage to the open road. It’s designed for the rider who values Utility and Longevity, focusing on the “Critical Four” systems that dictate your safety and performance. Rather than just a quick wipe-down, this service is a precision calibration performed by a Master Mechanic to ensure your machine feels snappy, silent, and secure. We dive deep into the mechanical “bones” of the bike, catching minor wear before it turns into a major “Freak-Out Friday” repair bill.

• The Control Center: We perform a complete Align and Adjust on your braking system for maximum stopping power, followed by precision Shifting Calibration to eliminate ghost-shifting and gear grind.

• The Structural Guard: A comprehensive Bolt Check and Safety Overview ensures every critical fastener is torqued to spec, moving your bike from “questionable” to “command-ready.”

• The Contact Patch: We conclude with a detailed Tire Inspection and Inflation, checking for sidewall dry-rot and tread integrity to ensure your only connection to the pavement is a reliable one.

Justin’s Shop Note: “This isn’t just a tune-up; it’s an insurance policy for your weekend. If you want to ride with confidence, you start with a Re-Fresh.”

See Our Work in Action!

Curious about our process? Check out our video series on refurbishing road bikes here: Refurbishing Road Bike

Heads up! To help grow the cycling community, we may film and share your bike’s repair process on our social media channels. Please let us know if you’d prefer not to be included before we begin.

This service is primarily for Road and Recreational Bikes. (Note: Additional charges apply for Suspension, Tubeless setups, and eBikes.)

“The Guy’s” Standard Tune-Up

Taking it to the Next Level, the Standard Tune-Up is where we move beyond a simple “Refresh” and enter the territory of preventative maintenance. This is the service for the “Everyday Enthusiast” who puts in consistent miles and wants their bike to feel like it just rolled off the showroom floor. We aren’t just adjusting what’s there; we are deep-cleaning, lubricating, and truing the bike to ensure every component is operating at its maximum mechanical potential.

• Drivetrain Detox & Calibration: We don’t just “adjust” the gears; we perform a Limited Drive-Clean, removing the grit and grime that steals watts and kills components, followed by a precision indexing of the derailleur for that “telepathic” shifting feel.

• Wheel & Bearing Optimization: A true Master Mechanic’s touch—we perform a Lateral Wheel True to eliminate wobbles and a bearing inspection on your headset and bottom bracket, ensuring the bike handles with razor-sharp accuracy and zero “knock.”

• Comprehensive Component Lifecycle Check: We move beyond the bolt check to a full Component Wear Analysis, measuring chain stretch and brake pad thickness against factory specs so you can plan your season without any mid-ride surprises.

Justin’s Shop Note: “The Standard Tune-Up is the ‘Sweet Spot.’ It’s where I get to move the needle from ‘functional’ to ‘exceptional.’ If you’re planning on hitting the big climbs this summer, this is your baseline.”

See Our Work in Action!

Curious about our process? Check out our video series on refurbishing road bikes here: Refurbishing Road Bike

Heads up! To help grow the cycling community, we may film and share your bike’s repair process on our social media channels. Please let us know if you’d prefer not to be included before we begin.

This service is primarily for Road and Recreational Bikes. (Note: Additional charges apply for Suspension, Tubeless setups, and eBikes.)

“The Guy’s” Magic Tune-Up

This is the “Most Shops Top Shelf” service that defines the I Know A Guy brand. The Guy’s Magic Tune-Up is a total mechanical resurrection designed for the rider who demands a “zero-compromise” machine. We strip the bike down to the bones and utilize the same Ultrasonic Cleaning technology used in aerospace and surgical labs to achieve a level of “surgical” cleanliness that traditional degreasers simply can’t touch. This isn’t just a tune-up; it’s a performance upgrade that returns your bike to its peak mechanical state—often making it ride better than the day it was assembled.

• Ultrasonic Drivetrain Restoration: We remove the chain, cassette, and crankset and submerge them in an ultrasonic bath. High-frequency sound waves create millions of microscopic bubbles that implode, blasting away hidden grit from inside the chain rollers and crevices that brushes can’t reach, followed by a professional-grade lubricant re-immersion.

• Precision Wheel & Hub Synthesis: Both wheels are placed in the stand for a high-tension Lateral and Radial True, and we service the hub internals to ensure your engagement is crisp and your rolling resistance is minimized—giving you “free speed” on every descent.

• Complete Frame Detailing & “The Guy’s” Secret Polish: After every bolt is torqued and every bearing is adjusted to its “Magic” sweet spot, we perform a full frame hand-wash and apply a protective finish. This repels the Front Range dust and gives your bike that deep, showroom luster that makes it stand out at the post-ride coffee stop.

Justin’s Shop Note: “The Magic Tune-Up is why people travel to my stand. Between the ultrasonic bath and my 30 years of ‘feel,’ your bike won’t just shift—it’ll sing. This is the ultimate ‘Utility over Luxury’ investment for the rider who values their machine as much as their time.”

See the Magic in Action!

Want a sneak peek behind the scenes? Check out our video series on refurbishing road bikes here:

Refurbishing Road Bike

Heads up! To help grow our amazing cycling community, we may film and share your bike’s repair process on our social media channels. Please let us know if you’d prefer not to be included before we begin.

This service is primarily for Road and Recreational Bikes, but we can apply it to others. (Note: Additional charges apply for Suspension, Tubeless setups, and eBikes.)

“The Guy’s” Comprehensive Magic Tune-Up & Detailing

See the Transformation!

Check out our video series for behind-the-scenes action of our refurbishment process: Refurbishing Road Bike

Heads up! To help grow the cycling community, we may film and share your bicycle repair on our social media channels. Please let us know if you’d prefer not to be included before we begin work.

This comprehensive service is primarily for Road and Recreational Bikes but can be applied to others. If you want your ride to look almost new and perform at its peak with a high-level tune-up from “The Guy,” who has over 30 years of service experience, this is the service you’re looking for. (Note: Additional charges apply for Suspension, Tubeless setups, and eBikes.)

Ceramic Coating Magic Tune-Up & Detailing

This is the “Pinnacle Service”—the absolute apex of the I Know A Guy philosophy. The Guy’s Elite Restoration & Ceramic Magic is a labor of love that transforms a bicycle from a piece of equipment into a mechanical masterpiece. This is reserved for the riders who understand that a bike isn’t just a purchase; it’s a legacy. We combine our deepest mechanical “voodoo” with advanced surface chemistry to deliver a bike that is physically cleaner, smoother, and more protected than the day it left the factory.

Professional Frame Detailing

Ever feel like you spend more time cleaning your bike than actually riding it? Colorado mud and grit are relentless, but I have a “Guy” secret for you: Professional Ceramic Coating.

I’ve been perfecting the art of ceramic protection for over 4 years. This isn’t just a “spray wax”—it’s a semi-permanent, ultra-hard layer of protection that:

✅ Repels Mud & Grime: Water and dirt literally bead off.

✅ Protects Your Paint: Shields against UV rays and light scratches.

✅ Saves You Time: A 5-minute rinse-off looks like a 2-hour detail.

Whether it’s a brand-new carbon rig or a “Golden Gem” steel restoration, your bike deserves to stay showroom-shiny.

Note: only added to this package. Because the bike will be stripped down to the frame.

See the Transformation!

Check out our video series for behind-the-scenes action of our refurbishment process: Refurbishing Road Bike

Heads up! To help grow the cycling community, we may film and share your bicycle repair on our social media channels. Please let us know if you’d prefer not to be included before we begin work.

This comprehensive service is primarily for Road and Recreational Bikes but can be applied to others. If you want your ride to look almost new and perform at its peak with a high-level tune-up from “The Guy,” who has over 30 years of service experience, this is the service you’re looking for. (Note: Additional charges apply for Suspension, Tubeless setups, and eBikes.)

“The Guy’s” New Ride Enhancement Package

The Essential “Final Inch” for Your New Investment

Introductory Rate: $199 (Reg. $300)

Whether your new bike just arrived in a box at your front door or you just rolled it out of a big-brand showroom, it isn’t truly “ready” until it’s been through the stand of a Master Mechanic. Most new bikes are assembled for speed of sale, not longevity of ride.

Our New Ride Enhancement Package closes the gap between “assembled” and “optimized,” focusing on the three pillars of a perfect cycling experience: Performance, Protection, and Position.

1. Performance: Pro-Level Chain Waxing

New chains come coated in a sticky “packing grease” that acts like a magnet for Front Range grit and grime.

• The Guy’s Touch: We strip that factory film in an ultrasonic bath and replace it with a High-Performance Paraffin Wax Infusion.

• The Result: A drivetrain that is bone-dry to the touch, stays “surgical” clean, and lasts up to 3x longer than a traditionally lubed chain.

2. Protection: Auto Grade Ceramic Shielding

In 2026, a bike is a significant investment in your health and joy. Don’t let the first muddy ride or UV exposure dull the finish.

• The Guy’s Touch: We apply a professional Ceramic Coating to the frame and fork.

• The Result: An ultra-hard, hydrophobic barrier that makes mud and grease slide off with a simple rinse while protecting your paint’s depth and luster for the entire season.

3. Comfort: The Static Ergonomic Fit

A “Stock” bike is built for the average person, but you aren’t average. If your hands are tingling or your knees are aching, the bike isn’t working for you.

• The Guy’s Touch: We dial in your Static Bike Fit, adjusting saddle height, fore/aft position, and cockpit ergonomics (reach, drop, and lever angle).

• The Result: You stop fighting the machine and start riding it. We turn a “new bike” into Your Bike.

Why Do This Now?

Even if you’ve already logged a few miles and things feel “mostly fine,” this package is about prevention and perfection. We catch the factory assembly errors (dry bearings, loose spokes, un-torqued bolts) before they turn into expensive repairs.

Protect your investment. Maximize your joy. Let “The Guy” give your new ride the finish it deserves.

(Note: Additional Labor Charge for other installations of parts. Example: Tubeless Setup, Tire Installation, Bar Wrap, Part Swap Etc.)

“The Guy’s” Chain Waxing Service

Experience a superior ride with our professional chain waxing service. A waxed chain can go hundreds of miles before needing re-application, offering significant advantages over traditional lubricants. Unlike “wet” lubes, wax won’t attract dirt or grime, keeping your drivetrain remarkably clean, even in wet conditions. This means less frequent re-application and none of the oily mess that increases mechanical resistance and accelerates drivetrain wear.

See the Waxing Difference!

Discover the process and benefits in our behind-the-scenes video series: Hot Wax Video