Jade Bicycle Detailing And Repair

06/12/2026

Update on my journey to become a Mobile Bike Shop!

After obtaining the van, we gutted it last week — and today the build-out begins! I've readied the website, finalized the business plan, set up what I think are fair rates, and updated my insurances.

I had to purchase a new, slightly smaller workbench for inside, bought a canopy for outdoor work, and I'm assembling all the pieces to make it come together. Talk about a jigsaw puzzle!

Yesterday I did a test setup to see how long it would take — and it goes fast. In the meantime, I'm still open for appointments!

I also ran a GoFundMe to help with the mounting costs, and I can say the community has been incredibly generous. I appreciate and love all of you.

By doing this, you're helping preserve something bigger: this business is meant to become a legacy I can donate to the nonprofit I'm setting up to launch this fall. As time goes by, it will become theirs — helping keep bikes on the road for people who need them most.

👉 https://gofund.me/bce0e5238

Launch is scheduled for around July 1st. Stay tuned!

06/05/2026

This has become necessary. Please read the story and where this van will eventually end up. All current donors will receive a 20% discount on services until September 30th.

https://gofund.me/9584ed182

Jade Mobile Bicycle Repairs — Help Me Hit the Road My name is V… Vic Yepello needs your support for Jade Mobile Bicycle Repairs — Help Me Hit the Road

05/30/2026

Time to let the proverbial cat out of the bag. I'm going mobile in June. The plan is to turn this cream puff into a mobile bike shop. The new name of the business will be Jade Mobile Bicycle Repair. I'll be showing up at various venues and events, I may still be found at my current location at 555 N Commercial Rd, and I'll make house calls.

The service menu will change slightly but will be focusing on keeping your bike rolling by performing general maintenance tasks, flat repairs and replacing worn parts. My goal will be to keep rideable bikes on the road.

My business model won't change. Labor is still my business. Parts are a pass-through charge at what I actually pay plus shipping. My labor and tune-up rates will still run below the brick and mortar shops.

Appointments still preferred but now with a 1-2 hour window.

What I cannot do:

Being a mobile service, I'll be set up to do repairs that can be done efficiently in the field — not full rebuilds or major overhauls. Bikes with major neglect are beyond what mobile service can handle.

My service area will be mostly Palm Springs and Cathedral City. House calls will have a trip charge of $25.00. Out-of-area calls priced accordingly.

To book an appointment once I'm fully mobile, send me a DM or call 760-660-0010.

In the interim I'm still at 555 N Commercial Rd Unit 7, just off Alejo and Farrell.

Sound good? Let me know what you think!

05/16/2026

🚲 Hey Palm Springs cyclists!

CV Cycling Community Cycle Shop is hosting our very first Fix-It Drop-in on Saturday, May 23rd — and yes, it's completely free.

Bring your bike and we'll help you fix it. You turn the wrenches, we supply the tools, the grease, and the know-how.

Check the flyer for details and simple rules. See you Saturday morning May 23rd! ☀️

Keeping bikes rolling for those who need it most — to school, work, and play.

04/14/2026

In an effort to promote good bike maintenance, I've created an easy list that you can customize to help you remember when to performance tasks and habits that will prolong your bike and keep it safe.

The pic is an example of the printable form. The link takes you to the form so you can customize it. Your email address or phone number is only so I may let you know when our seasonal specials begin.

THIS IS THE LINK>>>>> https://jadebikemaintenanceguide.netlify.app

This is the photo example....

04/08/2026

After a very, very busy winter, I'm finally taking a vacation beginning Friday 10th, having some upgrades done by Trek Bicycle Palm Springs to my bike on Saturday, and then taking some well deserved fun rides on CV Link.

See you on the other side everyone.

03/17/2026

I love to post when a 40 year old bike gets an overhaul and a new life. This Bianchi Grizzly was in storage for 25 Years and can now be found on CV Link on occasion.

01/26/2026

Prices on everyday parts are up 50%. Buying off brand non-OEM is sometimes not advisable and buying Shimano from Amazon or eBay is questionable at best.

Tariffs hurt and yes, WE pay them, not the exporter. Facts matter.

12/05/2025

FOR SALE:

Widely regarded as the last true Wisconsin-built Madone—hand-laid OCLV carbon from Trek’s peak U.S. production era, before all flagship manufacturing shifted overseas.

Read the details in the listing.

https://www.facebook.com/marketplace/item/1352001380055249/

11/25/2025

I don't know more than what is stated here nor can I advise you on continued use if you own one of these bike/battery combos.

https://www.cpsc.gov/Warnings/2026/CPSC-Warns-Consumers-to-Immediately-Stop-Using-Batteries-for-E-Bikes-from-Rad-Power-Bikes-Due-to-Fire-Hazard-Risk-of-Serious-Injury-or-Death

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