Bikes & Beyond Information

Bikes & Beyond was opened by Richard Fencsak in 1988. Richard ran the store until he died in 2008. The shop has been a Trek dealer from that first year and has more recently added Felt, Raleigh, Redline, Torker, Electra, Sun, Detroit Bikes, Framed etc. We also sell, service and ride, Road, mountain, fat-tire, beach cruisers and BMX. The shop is now co-owned by Richards widow Arlene Layton and Scott Lee, and managed by Scott. The employees are Evan and Chad with Peter and Robert helping out when needed. We are open seven days a week, 10-6 Monday-Saturday, 11-5 Sunday. The shop is unique in being at the crossroads of the Trans-America northern tier route and the Pacific Coast route (part of the Alaska-Patagonia route). We welcome cycle-tourists from all over the world, offer tips on where to stay and where to go in Astoria, and directions to your next destination. If you are beginning or ending your journey in Astoria, you can ship your bike to/from the shop. Richard was born 1950 and grew up in New Jersey. He came out west during the summer of 1968 to attend the University of Oregon in Eugenewhen student unrest was at its height! He participated in many college sports, earned a teaching degree, and spent time at the coast where he met many of Oregons pioneer surfers. After graduation he moved to Cannon Beach where he split his time between teaching and outdoor pursuits including surfing, running, cycling and hiking. He eventually settled in Astoria where he worked as a docent and trainer at the Columbia River Maritime Museum for several years. He also took an active part in Astorias emerging artistic and cultural scene. He was one of the founders of the Great Columbia Crossing, and was the director for the first running in 1982. over an 8.3 mile course across the bridge from Washington to Oregon. The race has been run every October since then, and attracts a huge field of walkers and runners. Richard also promoted other community fitness events, continued surfing, and became a trail advocate. He wrote about ...