"Cycle Smithy, Lincoln Park. Since 1973, Cycle Smithy has been providing Chicago cyclists with the best cycling gear, knowledge and full service maintenance and repair. This packed-to-the-brim shop is a true blend of the new and the old. The staff is full of passionate cycling enthusiasts that make you feel right at home in their garage-like storefront. Upstairs features hundreds of new bicycles as well as a museum quality curation of vintage and collectable bicycles. Head downstairs if you're in the market for accessories or looking for a tune-up. Founder Mark Matti also has an eclectic collection of vintage toy slot cars, motor racing models and vintage cycling prints."