48:17 Cycles — Local services in Athens

I went on their tour of Athens on vintage bikes. This is a great way to see the city. The highlights included Aristotle's school, which I wouldn't have got too without this tour. Athens is pretty easy to cycle around, some of the roads are busy, but our guide (Agi) took us through those easily.

They run tours for smaller groups (there were three of us on ours), so you've got time to stop & look at things & talk more than you get in larger groups.

Using old bikes with friction levers was fun too. The bikes were all well maintained, and looked good.

Helmets are provided, as well as a coffee stop & something to eat at the end of the trip.

We did about 10 kms over 3 hours, which was a good easy pace, and meant we got...

After touring in Europe my final destination was Athens, my specifically, 48x17 cycles. I arrived at the shop where I enjoyed a cold beer. I did not contact the shop prior for a box, so unfortunately there were no boxes available but Agi, the owner, offered to come with me to another bike shop to help me collect the box. I packed my bike outside the shop. I hadn’t done this before but the process was simple and Agi was more than accommodating. He also recommended activities to do in the city during my stay. I would highly recommend a visit to this store if you’re in town, lots of cool...

If you love cycling, gravel, road or other, and want a nice selection of quality products, fair prices and excellent community-oriented service, then this is the shop for you. Agi has been on a mission to help people unlock their passion about bicycles for nearly a decade. He helped me figure out some bicycle touring routes around Greece, and then a year later, put together a custom steel build for me. He's knowledgable, friendly and warm-hearted. That's why I support 48x17 Cycles, an independent business serving Athens and beyond. And when in Athens, you...