Pete Garnich
Owner
I started working at Knapp’s at the age of 13. I purchased the shop in 1989, then moved it from Olden to Princeton Avenue in 1997. Bikes have always been my life from an early age. I grew up riding bmx in the woods, moving on to mountain bikes they originated. Although I enjoy riding the road on occasion, my true love is deep in any woods riding cross country.
I enjoy sharing the love of cycling with my kids and teaching other kids how to ride. I love to get involved with many charity events and rides as possible to continue to give back to the sport.
Stephanie Garnich
Owner
I left my corporate job as an engineer in 1998 for a better life working at the shop. I just love being on any type of bike and I have never had a “bad” ride. I started off strictly as a road rider, but now I can say I am more of a mountain biker. Cycling gives me a sense of freedom like nothing else. Riding with our kids has become of of our favorite family activities.
I’m pretty plain, no hidden talents, oh wait, I can solve the Rubik’s Cube! Does that count? Other than that, I am a simpleton. I love life’s hidden treasures, and interestingly I find most of them on my bike through the places I see and people I meet.
Stephen Busz
Store Manager, Lawrenceville
I’ve been riding my whole life, seriously, like straight from the craddle to the bike. Haha! In my free time I love my truck, four wheeler, and some good tunes! I’ve been at Knapp’s for several years and pride myself on being the Store Manager and Fit Technician.
Alex Kliesh
Service Manager, Lawrenceville
I’m going downhill fast.
Brett Gill
Service Writer, Lawrenceville
I love cats, punk, and Ohio. I ride bikes without shocks and brakes.
Drew Shapiro
Store Manager, Cranbury
I have worked with bikes for 11 years and I have been riding them even longer. If I could walk out of Knapps with just one thing, it would be the S-Works Tarmac SL4, my dream bike.
Mare Surowiec
I have been mountain biking for about 20 years, and racing for about 5 years. I am an active member of JORBA (Jersey Off Road Bicycling Association), and a licensed cycling coach. I am a happy-go-lucky person who just wants to ride and have fun. When I am not on my bike, I am hiking, doing yoga, and reading books on a myriad of topics.
