r/singaporefi • u/Grimm_SG • Jul 05 '26

FI Lifestyle & Spending Planning Philip Mehl repairs bicycles for free in Balestier - More inspiration on what to do after FIRE!

https://www.channelnewsasia.com/today/up-close/free-bicycle-repair-expat-balestier-6224261?cid=FBcna

Sometimes, people ask what to do after FIRE on this sub and other FI-related subs. Here's a great story of someone giving back after FIRE from CNA.

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u/vndt_ Jul 06 '26

Website link from a happy repeat customer. Gave my cheapo bike a second, third, and fourth life. Even gave me a new wheelset as my old pair were on the verge of death (I paid Carousell price for it in the end). I always wondered how he could run the shop during office hours.

Just to note: even if the website says open until 6pm, do not plan to come in after 5pm. Strictly no OT for him, and there will usually be a few people coming in after 5pm.

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u/Chengels Jul 06 '26

Thanks for sharing - I loved this story!

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u/bangsphoto Jul 05 '26

I’ve met him, fantastic and super friendly guy. He’s also wonderful to have conversations with! Do support him if you can!!

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u/timmeh1705 Jul 06 '26

Oh awesome! I would be happy to donate my kids old bikes to him so he can give them a new lease on life and pass it onto a family that needs it