Velo Tech Cycles is a specialty road bike shop that has been in Palo Alto for more than 11 years. At this "road bike boutique," customers may buy specialty, often custom, road bikes and cycling equipment. Customers also may get their bikes serviced by the knowledgeable owners themselves. The store's owners Mark and Tom say that combined, they have some of the best road bike knowledge and mechanic skills in the Bay Area. They combine their expertise with care for both their equipment and customers. To that end, Velo Tech has developed into a cycling enthusiast hangout, complete with a fun red couch and a chummy ambiance that's described by some as similar to "going to Cheers, but for bikes."