Justin Bolinger-I Know A Guy Bicycles

My passion for bikes started when my parents justin bolingeropened a shop in the 1980s, called Parker Bikes (we were located in Parker, Colorado). My love for cycling has continued since then, in my work and with my hobbies of road cycling and mountain biking. After my parents’ shop closed, I’ve worked for other bike shops (including Lee’s Cyclery in Fort Collins), where I’ve built and sold bikes, fixed and tuned-up bikes, and managed inventory.
 
I love working on bikes, and I want to share my passion of cycling with others. So, next time you’re talking cycling with someone and wondering how to get started or where to go from here, you can think, “I know a guy!”

Justin's Latests Posts

10 minute tech tip remove bike chain

Check, Remove, and Replace a Bicycle Chain- Tech Tip

Your bike chain is crucial to your performance on your bike.  In this week’s Tech Tip, Justin of I Know a Guy Bicycles takes us through checking, cleaning, and knowing when to replace, and removing your bike chain. Recent Posts Let’s do this Check out upcoming events cycling event Calendar

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How to Service Your Bicycle Headset

Servicing your headset is often overlooked until it starts to make a funny sound.  This week, Justin, the owner of I Know a Guy Bicycles answers the whens, whys, and how to service your bicycle headset. Recent Posts Let’s do this Check out upcoming events cycling event Calendar

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bicycle frame detailing

How to Get Your Frame to Pop! (In a Good Way)

Everyone wants their bike frame to look great, and to pop, visually, that is.  This week, Justin of I Know a Guy Bicycles takes us through Bianchi Frame Detailing w/ Adam’s Polishes. Recent Posts Let’s do this Check out upcoming events cycling event Calendar

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internal cables

Tips for Internal Cable Routing

Replacing internal cables on your bike and not sure of the best way?  In this week’s edition of Tech Tips, Justin of I Know a Guy Bicycles takes us through the basics with these simple tips. Recent Posts Let’s do this Check out upcoming events cycling event Calendar

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ultrasonic cleaner magic

Cleaning Bike Parts with Ultrasonic Magic

The days of greasy clean up are gone.  Check out this weeks Tech Tip from Justin of I Know a Guy Bicycles as he takes us through the magic of ultrasonic  cleaning. Recent Posts Let’s do this Check out upcoming events cycling event Calendar

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wrapping road bars

Epic Handle Bar Wrap Upgrade

Tired of grimy handlebars on your rides?  This week, Justin of I Know a Guy Bikes takes us through upgrading your handlebar tape and technique on your road bike to take them from grimy to gleaming. Recent Posts Let’s do this Check out upcoming events cycling event Calendar

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installing brake pads

How to Install Road Brakes

It is important to install road brake pads correctly.  This week, Justin of I Know a Guy Bicycles takes us through the basics to make sure you install them correctly and have a safe ride. Recent Posts Let’s do this Check out upcoming events cycling event Calendar

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buying a used bike

Taking the Scary Out of Buying a Used Bike

Looking to buy a used bike? This week, Justin Bolinger of I Know a Guy Bicycles talks the scary out of used bikes with these helpful tips. Recent Posts Let’s do this Check out upcoming events cycling event Calendar

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lube a bicycle chain best practices

How to Lube a Bike Chain-Best Practices

Your Bike Chain is the key to your drivetrain.  It is what transfers energy from your engine, (legs, pedals, crank arm, front chain ring ) to the back wheel, where the rubber meets the road.  That transfer of power can be hindered and weakened by a worn, or even a dirty and neglected chain.  In this week’s Tech Tip, Justin

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That’s It for Kona Bikes? Kona Mysteriously Leaves Sea Otter Expo

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=nvBmXw23tvQ Is this the end of the line for Kona Bikes?  Earlier this week, CEO of Kent Outdoors, the company that bought Kona from its founders in 2022, called the Kona employees in Monterey this week and told them to break down the display and not have a presence at the expo. We have a great and informative take from

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