Bike shop recommendations in or around NYC?

If you don't mind a bit of a ride, Brickwell/North Shore Cyclery is right at the Queens/Nassau border. They stock Trek, Cannondale, and Felt from what I've seen. The owner has been doing tris for about 7 years, as have a few of the employees. He's been very helpful to me as far as answering questions and helping out with equipment decisions.
The shop is at 3 Northern Blvd. Phone is (516)482-1193. Ask for Andrew.

Hope it helps,

Charlie

Go to www.togamultisport.com and follow the link for the shops.

Gotham/Toga is my sponsor shop and I am also a Board Member for the Multi sport club. They have 3 shops in NYC and one in Nyack, NY (20 miles north of the GW) my home shop.

Amongst their shops is the original TOGA, the oldest shop in NYC. I became actively involved with them AFTER becoming a customer as I was so impressed with them...

Call the Eastside shop and talk with Will, you can tell him I sent you. He is great to work with and very knowledgeable....

Good luck...

Eric J

I've had really good luck with Sid's. They're not really a tri-focused store, mostly catering to roadies, but it sounds like that's what you want. I think there are two branches, I like the one on the East side. They were really helpful to me when I told them I was looking for an entry-level road bike. They've got a big selection of brands and bikes, on-site fittings, etc.

Thanks everyone for your help.  Much appreciated.

Try Sunrise Cyclery on Long Island. They have a tri specific store off Sunrise Hwy. You will not be disappointed. 520 Sunrise Hwry. W. Babylon. (631) 587-6200

Tell them Gary L. sent you. They have tons of Tri stuff and many, many Tri Bikes. good luck.