The Cycling Salon :: Who We Are

The Cycling Salon is owned and operated in Portland, Oregon, by two women with experience as road and touring cyclists. We’re here to help you with your cycling needs, from deciding whether to upgrade your current bicycle to getting the new bike that’s right for you.

Carol Farr, PT
Carol has over 20 years of experience as a physical therapist and years of commuting, road biking, and touring experience. She is a bicycle fit expert who can help you decide whether your current bike is a good fit for you or whether you should consider replacing the bike to achieve a more comfortable and safe fit. Carol can also measure you for a custom built bike, if you desire the ultimate in comfort and style. She knows that the small things matter: a seat that’s too high or cleats that fit poorly can cause injury and impair one’s bicycling experience.

Audrey Block
Audrey has been an avid cyclist her entire life. She loves long road rides and has toured by bicycle in Canada, Australia, and on the West Coast. She has completed the basic bicycle repair and maintenance course at United Bicycle Institute in Ashland, Oregon. She can help you decide which bicycle you should buy by guiding you through the decision-making process from frame material to components and equipment. She will even shop with you, if you like! Audrey can also teach you to change a flat tire and other basic maintenance skills that a regular rider needs.

“Thank you so much for EVERYTHING - measuring me, arranging for the bike place to have the bikes ready, being a chauffeur, having a wonderful bike ride with me, helping me select the best bike for me, and MORE. I was excited all day yesterday and had a wonderful time. Ken thinks that my new bike will contribute to my good health and I do, too. THANK YOU, THANK YOU and THANK YOU!!” – Pia

Bike Consultation, Shopping, and Selection
Pia came to us with a special request – a comfortable folding bike that would easily store in her condo. First we test rode a Dahon folding bike at a local bike shop but it just didn’t feel right to her. Then we worked with her to test ride and order a new custom made Bike Friday from Green Gear Cycling in Eugene.