Daniel Russell-Einhorn3

I still remember the first Saturday I rolled up to the shop at dawn, coffee in one hand and a wrench in the other, unsure if anyone would show for the ride I’d posted online. By sunrise, a dozen bikes were lined up on King Street, and every rider—new friend or familiar face—reminded me why I started Daniel’s Custom Cycles in the first place. For me, building bikes has never been just about frames and components; it’s about building community. From those humble group rides to today’s packed clinics and city‑wide advocacy campaigns, my mission has stayed the same: give Charleston cyclists the skills, support, and safer streets they deserve—one pedal stroke at a time.