College Park Bicycles
4360 Knox Road
College Park MD 20740
301-864-2211

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Mt Airy Bicycles
4540 Old National Pike
(Rt. 144)
Mt. Airy MD 21771
301-831-5151
 410-795-2929

 Hours

"The only regret I have in my life is never learning to ride a bicycle." ~ Helen Hayes

Moonlight Memorial Monument Ride
September 25th

START: PAC HI Hostel - 11th & K Street, NW  
Gather at 8:00PM - Rides starts at 8:30 PM        
See our Nation's Capital as few have. Moonrise is 7:47 PM, so the moon should be very helpful. From the Capitol to the Washington Monument, from the Lincoln Memorial to Hains Point on the banks of the serenely rippling, nighttime Potomac. Illuminated granite buildings, quiet streets, easy parking, and low traffic will contribute to a memorable experience.
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20th Annual


October 3rd
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Tour du Port
One less Bike
October 3rd

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We now carry the WeeHoo

 

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STRida - IN STOCK
Unlike other folding bikes, STRiDA has. . .
a comfortable, upright riding position with superb visibility. the
ability to roll when folded. the smallest footprint of any full-sized
folder.no gears to worry about. Just pedal and go. the easiest fold. No
need to think about complex sequences. You don’t even need to bend
down. Magnets do all the work for you. a convenient umbrella shape when
folded. a clean, quiet belt.no oily chain or gears. Your trousers stay
pristine. a large, distinctive triangular frame as the dominant visual.
one-sided wheel mounting for easy tire and tube changes. a short
wheelbase. In bike mode, it takes up much less space than most bikes.
Pedestrians will thank you. In folded mode, it takes up next to no
space. the ability to prop up vertically. a rack that makes a convenient
stand when folded


In Stock
Call before coming, they sell fast.

useyourmelon

We are now an authorized Melon Bicycles dealer. Check out the Slice, with a 52-tooth chain ring and extra long wheelbase, its a folder that rides like a full-size bike. Speedy and stable, this ain’t your mama’s folding bike!

Learn more about the Melon Slice.
Melon Folding Bikes Blog
 

Bicycling for shorts trips is good for you and good for the environment. more...

Mt. Airy Bike customers, Brian & Rachel are headed cross-country on their new Easy Racer Gold Rush recumbent bikes. Follow their adventure by
clicking here

Attention:  Bike Maintenance and Repair Students
Bike Maintenance with Larry Black, 4 wks starting Tuesday, Oct 5 / $99
Find out everything you need to know about maintaining and repairing the bike you have or the one you plan to purchase. Learn about on-the-road fixes, overhauls, wheel building or how to negotiate best price for repairs. Tools and some “practice” bikes are provided; bring your own bike to get hands-on experience. Optional manual $25 at class.
For more information, call Terri Hilton at 410-313-4630 or email at thilton@howardcountymd.gov.
Class: 3401.101 Glenwood Comm Ctr 7-9pm Tu

More info will be posted in the Fall
 

peopleforbikes.org
uniting a million voices to improve the future of biking

 

Find a bike route courtesy of Google

Dr. Gabe Mirkin's Fitness and Health E-Zine
Why Sprinting Improves Endurance   more...

NEWS FLASH FROM CATRIKE
We are proud to announce the first 2 wheel recumbent from Catrike, the Catbike Musashi.

Watch the video

Order now and avoid the wait!

Mt. Airy Bikes has just received the new Trek electric bike for demo.
Please stop by for a test ride.
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Newest Addition from Burley.
Commuter Trailer.

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Mt Airy Bicycles and College Park Bicycles are now official Trek Project One Dealers.
Your custom Project One bike is just a few steps away
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Mt. Airy Bikes and College Park Bikes are proud to be the only stores in Central Maryland to offer hitch racks by Draftmaster and roof top racks by Atoc.  Both companies are under the Atoc umbrella and are the only specialty car racks that are still entirely Made In The USA. more...

Catrike Wins Manufacturer Of The Year


The crew at Big Cat HPV in Winter Garden, Florida were recently treated to a visit (and a nice break from their jobs!) by Linda Black.

With her husband Larry, the Black's founded College Park Bicycle in 1979 and Mt Airy Bicycle in 1991.
Because of their long time passion for recumbents and trikes, they carry one of the most comprehensive selections on the planet.
Linda's been recumbent - only for almost 20 years and visited the plant to pick up two new trikes which the Blacks will be using in Florida when they visit their friends, and will be using them when
 they attend the Catrike Rally in 2010
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Mt Airy and College Park are authorised  stockists for the (Still!) British-Made Brompton dealers.
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NEW!  NEW! NEW! College Park T-Shirts 
Long sleeve $20 sale $15 Short sleeve $15 Sale $10

Service Scheduling Notice

Please email or phone to schedule any service work or repairs. info@bike123.com. Because of an usually high demand, we will need to schedule all service work.
Please see "guidelines for better service" - this will save you time and money. If your service is routine and not needed to get you going, we suggest waiting until later in the season when rates are lower. Believe it or not, there are many that are just thinking about digging out their bikes to ride for the first time this year.

Sincerely
Mt Airy Bicycle
College Park Bicycle

College Park Bicycles
30 Years

More Photos taken by Jean Chin
 

Now in stock
Attention
Tandem Riders


You no longer have to choose your vehicle around how to transport your bike!!!
The Long Bike Tote® can be attached to any square hitch receiver- a simple accessory that can be added to almost any vehicle.
Finally, an easy to use rack perfect for transporting your recumbent, tandem, or single bike. Even fits recumbent tandems!
Simple design allows for quick transitions between different bike types without purchasing any additional pieces.

"National Road bike traffic. You never know who you will meet!"
Mt. Airy Bike is strategically located on Route 144, also known as the National Road. We frequently encounter cross-country cyclists from all walks of life. This gentleman is headed back to his home in Jackson Hole WY. His mid-90's Mongoose Rockadile mountain bike has been highly modified to accept his "Over-Size Load".

 

 

Copenhagen, Denmark - 'City of Cyclists' Music Video

Mt. Airy Bikes welcomes returning Special Olympics champion.

Thomas Smith was back visiting Mt. Airy Bikes following his successful Gold Medal wins at the Maryland Special Olympics held recently at the Sykesville Police Training Center. Thomas competed in the 5K and 10K bicycle races winning gold in both and bettering his last years times by approximately 1 minute and 2 minutes, respectively. This years course was one kilometer in length and provided some challenging terrain.

Thomas was competing on his Electra Townie bicycle (no, NOT electric) and said it performed like a champ. I think it was Thomas that performed like a champ.

Due to his outstanding performance, Thomas's  coach has recommended he upgrade to a slightly lighter and quicker bike to take him to the next level. Is there a level better than Gold?

Thomas, thanks for being a part of the Mt. Airy Bikes "team" and continued good luck in your training and racing.


Photos and videos from The July 4th parade in Washington, DC

Chesapeake Challenge - Nice Story
 

We now carry the
EVT Safe Zone Helmet Mirror.

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JANGO BIKE
Wow, the bike for those that want something different, more practical, and affordably priced.
The integration and easy installation of the peripherals and the variety of accessories is a huge bonus.

Available at Mt Airy and College Park Bicycle shops

Light Beams - Mount your lights where you need them
Now in stock

NEW  NEW  NEW  NEW
Mt Airy bikes is now the regional dealer for Edge Koosah recumbents


Cycling & Health

Long Awaited Campy History Book in stock at both shops
 
 75 Years of Campagnolo
"the Ultimate Must-Read and Must-Look Reference for any Self-Respecting Devotee" 
The SuperNuovoHolic Larry Black

 

 

Please Ask About Our
Large Assortment of
Pre-Loved KIDS' BIKES
All Fully GUARANTEED
 and Ready to Ride!
Ages 2-up.
12"-26" wheels
Bike Shop Quality, 
Dime Store Prices
....and remember Boys and Girls,
Moms and Dads....
"Nobody Rides a New Bike"

College Park and Mt. Airy Bicycles are pleased to announce that the sub-1600 gram Topolino AX3.0-T tandem wheelset is in stock and ready to be demoed.
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Topolino Technology has nearly six years of experience producing some of the most technologically advanced and high performance composite road bike wheelsets in the world.

The AX 3.0-T takes full advantage of Topolino’s proven though-the-hub spoking and bulletproof kelvar / Carbon spokes to maximize stiffness and vastly reduce weight over a traditional steel spoke tandem wheels. At a feathery 1580 grams (per set) the AX3.0-T is quite possibly the lightest tandem wheelset in the world. But lightness, in this case, is not sacrificed for durability. Sets of AX 3.0-Ts were put through their paces during the grueling 2007 Race Across America with nary a failure in sight and are garnering praise from tandem enthusiasts across the United States including acclaimed frame builder Craig Calfee.

We now carry the Handy Handcycle

Handy offers people with disabilities to improve their fitness as well as the opportunities to ride along side their family and friends.
Handy’s modular design, allows it to be packed in a compact box and assembled quickly and easily.
Handy’s unique adjustability allows the changes of wheel base, relative positions of seat to hand pedal.

 



For what a few sips of bottled water cost (or one designer coffee!!) you can own a safe, tasteless re- re- re-...usable special edition bike123 water bottle and become a member of our exclusive  marketing team.

Think Outside the Bottle


 



Thank You Dear Followers
We are honored by your voting efforts
Mt Airy Bicycles has been voted the Outstanding Bike Shop
For Region 2 of the League of American Bicyclists
(Maryland, Delaware, DC, PA, NJ, and WV)
 


The Pedalcoupe stands apart from its competitors with its ergonomic seating, responsive handling and posi-drive rear wheels.  High tech materials have kept the weight to a minimum. The Pedalcoupe combines into one vehicle; the comfort of an office chair, the stability of four wheels, and with it's optional trunk, the functionality of a bicycle pulling a trailer. Electric assist is now available for those people who desire an added boost in performance, or for those with physical limitations.
Test rides are available at Mt Airy

 

Dynamic chainless Bikes
now on display and ready for a test ride
Quiet, Smooth, Sealed Shaft Drive
City Commuters - Hybrids - Full Suspension MTN
Come in for a Test ride
(MTN model on display at the DC auto Show thru 1/27)
Cyclists: Consider this a guide to upgrading, maintaining, and prolonging the most important component on your bikes
Available in our shops or by mail. $17 paperback $25 Hardcover
Recommended by our shop medical advisor and Master's race team member Dr. David Heydrick, M.D.

 

This is NOT
 your Father's
Roadmaster!
A USA-Made 'EX-Works' Masterpiece, using original molds and machinery from the 1948-1953 era. Limited edition. Comes with numbered certificate.
Originally sold for $3000 by a famous New York retail/catalog store. More than a work of art, it's ready to ride and complete with all those great comforts  that have been missing on bikes for a half century! Headlight, Taillight, Brakelight, Plush Double Springer Fork, Electric Push Button Horn in the 'Gas' Tank, and More. The Wide Comfort Saddle allows longer rides. Coaster Brakes ,operated by simply back-pedaling , are easy to operate, and powerful enough to impress the crowd with a fishtail skid as you ask the envious bystanders to "Get a Load of This!" Yes, they'll reminisce and grin as you glide by - this is one Swell bike! Wanna head Off Road? The first mountain bikes over 30 years ago started life as these types of bikes! Wide Whitewall Tires are great on Dirt, Grass, Gravel, and the Beach! Wet roads? No worry with the oversize Bright Plated Fenders, and the  Heavy-Duty Wheels will stand up to that paper route in case you want a second income. A solid investment - it can only appreciate and be treasured for generations as a family heirloom. The Ultimate Gift for Father's or Mother's Day, Graduation, and looks great under a tree - inside for the Holidays or outside in the playground or yard. Come in for a test ride - see how such a simple machine can make such a difference for you and your planet. This is the gift that keeps on giving - It not only benefits the owner with economical recreation and health, it helps the environment, the economy, and our overcrowded transportation situation. Pedals not pictured but ARE included.
Our Special Deal:
Because we're a real bike shop, you can get the bike fully assembled and ready to ride at no extra cost. We include complimentary after care for five years. All for $877.
Can't make it in? We can arrange assembly and delivery in the mid-Atlantic area for a small fee, or can ship the bike in the
special double-wall carton via low-cost Amtrak or truck freight. Sorry, too large for UPS .

* JUST THE tikit *
New Ultra Compact Friday, Same Fabulous Ride
BikeFriday Tikit

Lift, Swish, Click and GO! The /tikit /is ready to ride!
"A convenient solution to an inconvenient truth."
More info

Video 1

 

Video 2
 

Shopping with a Tikit

We are the country's newest dealer for  Volae recumbents Just in, the long-awaited KidzTandem from innovator and bike aficionado Chris Brown. Larry helped get Chris started in tandems and business a few years ago This new machine emerged last year. Chris showed up with one in Mt Airy, put it together in the parking lot, and even people without kids started lining up to take it out. Backseat driving has never been more bonding! The View, the Conversation, the low center of gravity, the FUN.! Bring the Kids and come out for a ride soon.
 

Cycling Events

College Park Bicycles is pleased to announce our involvement with University of Maryland Collegiate Cycling Team.  We are now the primary bike shop sponsor for the team.  Due to arrive soon is the official team jerseys and other apparel.  We are currently taking orders.  Call for details - 301-864-2211  

Photos from TanDemo/BentEvent 2009
Photos from Kensington Parade-Labor Day 9-7-09
Photos: Team Mt Airy at Sunday's Cross Race
 


Larry Black of the Mt. Airy Bicycle High Wheel Society wows the crowd at the National Independence Day Parade in Washington.
 


Attention all you adventurers out there!
 


Watch the video


Photos from the Moonlight Ride - November 2008
 

Photos from InterBike 2008
More Photos from InterBike 2008
 


Mt Airy Bicycles wins Award for going Green



Bicycle Tours & Events

Eastern Tandem Rally

Second Summer Tours
Outfitter Bicycle Tours
Geo Journeys

 


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Fitmaster graduates three from our area


Duke and Larry from Mt Airy, and Charles from College Park are among the graduates with high honors from the Fit Kit certification level 1, class of 07.  Now is the time to schedule your professional fitting on your existing bike or your dream ride from us.  Call Mt Airy, 301-831-5151 or College Park, 301-864-221 for an appointment.

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Just in Time for Training Season
 or that Special Someone (even you)
who deserves a great everlasting, everfun, everpractical yet simple machine
Very Famous Maker Track Bike
43 cm size - great for kids, women, and those wanting a nice compact ride.  With cowhorns fits riders near 6' tall!  Light, Strong  Custom-Butted CoMoly Strong, light alloy wheels, 165 mm crankset. Drilled for Brakes, front and rear (like those photo shops, price too low to post.) 5 available as of Dec
 
Nice Find!
ChroMoly (is steel real for you??)
Light strong affordable
Two brakes and levers included

freewheel included on reversible hub fixed gear on one side with lock ring limited supplies, 51,53,56 or 59cm
Introductory special $577
Frame and fork special $299

 
Bicycle Jerseys
The Real Thing
High tech fabrics, long zipper, rear pockets
Officially Licensed University Wear
GREAT for GAME DAY! - holds beverages and snacks, phone, camera

SUPPORT YOUR TEAM

More then 50 of the nation's top universities, including Maryland, Georgetown, VA Tech, VA, Penn State.
Click for more jerseys and info 

Trek Lights 30% off entire display

Headlights from $16.75

Rear from $6.75

Aegis Victory, full carbon bicycle frames.  All AEGIS frames are designed, and handcrafted in Van Buren, Maine.
"this American legend" deserves a test ride!

More info

TIME FOR SERVICE.
Guidelines for faster service.

For the best service....
Contact us to set up an appointment for your repair or maintenance.
 

 
Limited Edition Masi 3V Volumetrica
Naturally, we secured a small batch and if you get in on the 'charter', (before they go to friends and families of the Californians). 
We have only a handful left. Please email for the current availability and pricing
Only 25 made, by Ted Kirkbride ( former owner of Masi- handpicked by Faliero Masi) and Russ Denny (local builder who apprenticed at Masi California) and painted by Cyclesmith (who painted the original Masis). The lugs are the ORIGINAL lugs from 20 years ago. The tubing is Dedacciai. The rear dropouts are the compact horizontal HENRY JAMES that Ted personally selected. The rear end has 130 spacing to accommodate a modern drivetrain. The fork is 1" with an uncut, unthreaded steerer tube so the final buyer can either use a threadless headset or have threads cut into the steerer and use a standard headset and quill stem- for the purists
Detailed Photos
Wool is (back) In
Choose from two shops (College Park version not pictured yet), long or short sleeve, two color 'ways', or do what the real devotees do - get a variety.
You can sport a different one each day of the week, but that's not necessary, because these are 100% Merino Wool, the no-itch natural fabric that vaporizes those fragrances that the synthetics retain.
Wool's natural insulating and wicking properties make it perfect year 'round.  Major League baseball umpires wear wool under and outer garments to maintain their comfort, judgment and sanity

 I
ntroductory pricing $98 short sleeve, $118 long sleeve- far less than similar garments with more common signatures.
Book your rental now for your next affair or business meeting. OUR VERY OWN Conference Bike is available for your next outing, meeting, or group therapy session Please be sure to book well in advance. We supply the operator, so you have six seats available. Bring your own keg.

Unicycles
W
hile many shops are run by clowns, we have a unicyclist as well. 

We currently stock dozens of unicycles from 12" to 5 feet high and are expecting a 36-inch model built from an 1880's style wheel.

 

Men (and Women)- worried about your bike saddle?

We GUARANTEE each saddle with a trial ride - yes, you can try 'em before you decide. We'll take any saddle back after you've tried it in exchange for another, and then again and again if needed. If the seat's not worn or damaged, we'll swap it.

We want you to feel safer and better with your cycling experience.
Bamboo Shooting up in Maryland!!
College Park Bicycles is the proud new farm for the Calfee Bamboo Bike - come in and see what all the buzz is about. Woodwind players will be frisked for 'sharp' 'instruments' at the door. Larry has already considered how many sax reeds one could harvest from the top tube.

More info
 

Join Trek Travel for the vacation of a lifetime and experience a new way to travel. With cycling trips for all abilities and mix of activities for all ages, each Trek Travel trip is designed with flexibility and freedom in mind.
Mt Airy Bicycles will give you a $50 gift certificate and a pre-tour tune-up when you sign up for a trip and mention Mt Airy Bicycles.



Coombe Pro Pedal System

We are looking for a manufacturer for Coombe pedals and cleats" as Mr Coombe seems to have vanished. Please email to discuss terms
Coombe pedals are not available at this time and information leading to the whereabouts of Will Coombe will be generously rewarded.
Prolonging Coombe pedals

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We carry the entire spectrum of Brompton Folding Bikes
 

 
Scooters are in!!

We now carry Xootr Scooters and Folding Bicycle

 


Dynamic Bicycles

Our newest arrival, a chainless bike.  It uses a shaft drive to move the bicycle.  Maintenance free

  


We now carry Airnimal folding bikes

Read a review

 
 

 


Available on Order
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This is the newest addition to the Calfee stable. The classic long wheelbase recumbent is upgraded with the use of carbon fiber, suspension and an improved steering geometry.  

Rack Dawg 2009
Johnny D at Mt Airy, completed an intensive Yakima product seminar called Rack Dawg 2005.   Customers are invited to call, 301-831-5151 or email, John directly to arrange an appointment for a rack consultation.

Mt. Airy Bikes is dedicated to the safe transport of sporting equipment on their vehicles.
 

Brompton Porta bikes.  College Park and Mt Airy are two of just 22 dealers in the states. Great for boats, planes, or those into 'Training' discreetly

Mesicek Classics
USA Eastern Distributors

 

A New Way to Pedal
Crank Forward Bikes from RANS
Available at Mt Airy and College Park

Click for the whole story

 

 


EX-Works, several years ago made Roadmasters from the original molds and machines from the late 40's, early 50's in the USA. Authentic in every detail. Working lights, Horn, Brake lights! Plush 'knee-action' front shock absorber forks. Numbered, limited edition, with certificate of authenticity. Get yours for $877.

 

The Bacchetta Aero set a new course record in the Bike Across Florida’s Road Race.  Visit us to see our line of Bacchettas

 

Electra Townie. The original "feet down" machine. Nothing else compares.

 

Wear your Alma Mater
More then 50 of the nation's top universities, including Maryland, Georgetown, VA Tech, VA, Penn State.

Click for more jerseys and info

 Ellsworth Bicycles

 

 

 

Fitmaster at College Park.  Call for an appointment!

 

Photos from Past Events

Updated Sept 12th

 

 

 
SOMERSET PA
July 6 2007
Under a bright sunny sky with a mild breeze out of the north, the Mt Airy Bicycles men's tandem team crossed the line for a silver medal in the USA Cycling 2007 National championships.  The event was for the age 110 years combined with Larry Black as captain and Steve  Ruckert as stoker, the team completed the tricky and challenging 24km course in just over 36 minutes. (more...)
Satisfied Customer

I rented a tandem from you this past weekend for the Seagull Century.  My 8-yr-old daughter and I had a blast. Thanks a lot for your help
Heather

 

 

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Mt Airy Bicycles is a member of the Mt Airy Highwheel Bicycle Society and The Wheelmen

We are a member of CoopAmerica and Greenpages.
We are a member of the Clean Energy Partnership.
We support the  College Park Area Bicycle Coalition

College Park Bicycles has been nominated for the College Park Green Awards City of College Park
 

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