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Taipei's bicycle shops (Neihu)

I always wanna buy a bike (bicycle) in Taiwan as many good bike brands are manufactured in Taiwan, but where to buy? I have been asking and searching around for the answer, where to buy a foldable bike (e.g. dahon) in Taipei. Heard that Neihu is a bicyle district. But remember not to stop at Neihu MRT station, it is quite a distance away from the bike shops. Stop at Ganggian instead. There are 3 bike shops so far I have visited there, about 5-20 minutes walk for each. However, only Giant is selling dahon bikes, e.g. MU SL, speed P8 models, etc. They do not carry the latest models, e.g. vector and dash series, I was so disappointed. I asked the staff why and they said that Dahon is not so popular anymore in Taipei, and they introduced me some other brands (probably taiwanese brands).

 Selling some dahon (older models), parts like Shimano Ultegra are sold there too. Very friendly staff (Michael, manager of the shop) served me. One good thing about the shop is that when you buy a bike here, e.g. if you do not like the crank of the bike, you can trade that in and get the one you want (e.g. change the crank to Ultegra brand).

 Another shop called CyclePal, selling brands like Kuwahara. I don't see any foldable bikes. Very dim inside and noone served me.

 Another bike shop which I was not able to read the name. They sell several small bikes (20'' wheels), but no dahon brand. Staff wasn't very friendly, he answered "We don't sell dahon anymore, not popular now. Singapore has no dahon? Just get it there!!"

Taipei Tamsui

Taipei Tamsui's fisherman's wharf (淡水漁人碼頭) is a very scenic spot in Tamsui distinct, very near to the Tamsui MRT station (last station of Tamsui line). The wharf is well-known by its beautiful sunset, waterfront promenade, and local eateries. The streets are lined with shops selling stuff like iron eggs, toys, fishballs, milk tea, jewellery and accessories, lot of souvenirs, etc. I bought quite some food as souvenirs back for friends.

 You can even rent a bike at this shop, nearby to the fisherman's wharf.

Sushi at very reasonable price, about 10-15 minutes away from the MRT.

 Sunset...

Taipei Ximending

Taipei Ximending (西門町) is a neighborhood and shopping distinct in Wanhua district. It really looks so much like Shibuya in Tokyo (Japan) to me. It is well-known as the source of Taiwan's fashion, subculture, and Japanese culture. There are department stores, shops and stores, including CD shops, hair salons, movie theatres, Karaoke, etc. It is very crowded even during the weekdays. The nearest MRT station is Ximen station, exit 6.

Taipei 101

Taipei 101 (台北101) is a landmark skyscraper located in Xinyi district. It was the world's tallest from 2004 until the opening of Burj Khalifa in Dubai in 2010. There is a free shuttle bus to Taipei 101 from the Taipei City hall MRT station. There are also many shoppings and restaurants around the area. Taipei 101 mainly comprises boutiques like LV, Gucci, Miu Miu, Chanel, Rolex, etc. so if you are looking for branded stuff this is the place to go.

 Very good sushi (Hi sushi i think) at the mall outside the MRT station.

 Taipei 101

Ticket office to go up to the Taipei 101, NT$450 i think.

 My favorite Porter brand.

The Mala steamboat is really awesome, highly recommended, about 10-20 minutes walk from the MRT station.