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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

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"I've always thought that it starts out with genetics.  It doesn't matter how hard you train, or how tough you are. Those are important, but you've got to have it in you to be a world-class athlete." ~ Juli Furtado

Quality Bicycle Products Announce Recall of Dimension Bicycle Road and Mountain Threadless Handlebar Stems.
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Moonlight Memorial Monument Ride
Saturday, May 17th, 2008

START: PAC HI Hostel - 11th & K Street, NW  
Gather at 8:00PM - Rides starts at 9:00 PM        

See our Nation's Capitol as few have. From your bicycle under the glow of the moon and stars. From the Capitol to the Washington Monument, from the Lincoln Memorial to Hains Point on the banks of the serene rippling nighttime Potomac.  Illuminated granite buildings, quiet streets, easy parking, and low traffic will contribute to an experience that will long be remembered.  Participants will be given a route sheet and receive limited emergency mechanical support from roving mechanics on bikes, but organizers request that bikes be in working shape before beginning the 15 mile ride.  The ride is free of charge but donations, recommended $10, are encouraged for the Potomac Area Council of the non-profit Hostelling International, (formerly AYH). Bikes must be equipped with working lights, and organizers will have some available at wholesale cost. Support provided by Mt Airy Bicycles/College Park Bicycles.
Please be aware the ride is on city streets and NOT closed to traffic.

We carry these American made Bicycles.
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Columbia, Md. Tandem Cyclists
 to Lead Tour de Cure Team
to Fight Diabetes
June 7, 2008
 
With diabetes on the rise, fuel costs out of control, Americans' obesity levels at all-time highs, and a suffering ecology, Dr Jack and Sharon McWatters have again teamed up to help solve these crises and promote bicycling, health, and an improved environment.

The noted Columbia, Md. cardiologist, along with wife & riding partner Sharon will be pedaling their tandem in Maryland's version of the National Tour de Cure against diabetes.

Cyclists who wish to join their team and hundreds of others in the June 7 event can sign up to ride. The amount each must 'pledge' is one of the most affordable for such an event - just $150 - and this includes healthy pre-ride snacks, full ride support by professional mechanic, food at rest stops, a sumptuous, healthy catered lunch, and priceless camaraderie of hundreds of fellow cyclists of all levels and ages from throughout the area.

Any participant with a safe, working bike can ride. Route sheets will be provided and safety marshals will be riding on bikes and monitoring the course in vehicles.

The McWatters' will be riding one of their tandem bikes. Why a tandem? Experts agree, two kinds of people lead the healthier, happier lives - those that get regular exercise and those that invest quality time with a soulmate - and tandem bikes are a great way to accomplish these goals.

Again this year, the McWatters  'Team Mt Airy Tandems', named after the shop that is a strong supporter of tandems and the Tour de Cure. Note: all bicyclists are invited to ride the Tour de Cure with Sharon and Jack. Even if you cannot ride, you are more than welcome to support 'Team Mt Airy Tandems' with whatever donation you feel is appropriate. 

Owners Linda and Larry Black have been avid tandem cyclists for over 30 years themselves and have a daughter who was diagnosed with type 1 diabetes at age 11. Laurel Black started riding tandem with her brother and parents when she was only 4 and is now a sophomore in college and among her college goals she wants to help find a cure. She has ridden the Tour de Cure on a tandem with her father and uses her bike at school as a part of the exercise she needs to keep symptoms and sugar levels in check.

The shop is not only supplying a trained mechanic and support vehicle, they are providing additional incentives to participants.  They are offering to pay the $20 registration fee for anyone on the Mt Airy Team. They are providing free safety checks for any participant regardless of team affiliation. They are offering special rates on rental bikes, helmets, car racks, and other gear. Tandem rentals are included in the special rates and a tandem riding lesson is included free of charge.

For additional information, please visit the McWatters Tour de Cure page: Click HERE for Tour de Cure

For information on equipment, coaching, bike checks, and other events, please contact Larry and Linda Black 301 831 5151, 410 795 2929  bike123.com
 


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)
 


 

 

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)
Attention Fixed Gear Fans

Here's a recent story from the left coast about a recent fixed-gear fatality:
(We have some comments posted after the story.)

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

 
Moonlight Memorial Monument Ride
Saturday, May 17th, 2008

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22nd Annual Chesapeake Bay Asthma Ride
Bike Tour & Inline Roll


Lung disease is the number #1 killer of children under the age of one and the #3 killer in the United States. More then 1,000,000 people in the region suffer from Lung Disease. More than 300,000 are children with asthma. That is 300,000 too many kids.

Now is your chance to saddle up and help. Please support Rob, Mt Airy Bicycles, as he rides 100 miles, May 31st! Money raised helps the many children with asthma by funding research and educational programs like Tools for Schools, Camp Superkids, and Open Airways.

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Just 30 Days Left!

Cyclists Gearing Up for the Rides of Their Lives

In the World's Toughest Bicycle Race - -

Race Across America
(Boulder, CO ) Less than 30 days from now, 215 men and women will start riding in the "world's toughest bicycle race," the Race Across America (RAAM). These international competitors begin racing June 7 on a 3,000-mile route stretching from Oceanside, California to Annapolis, Maryland. Ultra-endurance cyclists race continuously day and night, on their own or riding as part of a relay team supported by a crew of 8 to15 people who follow in support cars and RV's with food and supplies for the race.

 

In addition to the coast-to-coast race, RAAM offers two other events for
competitors that also start June 7. Twenty racers will participate in the Race Across the West, which runs concurrently with the Race Across America and covers the first 1,000 miles of the RAAM course, finishing in Taos, New Mexico. An additional 20 racers will partake in the 24-Hour Challenge.This team-oriented event also runs concurrently with the Race Across America, and follows the first 500 miles of the RAAM course, finishing in Flagstaff, Arizona. This is a great event for teams to gain RAAM experience. 

 

RAAM competitors face challenges beyond traditional bicycle racing that can

including desert heat, prairie winds, rainstorms, tornadoes, altitude, the dark of night, and navigational issues. The course stretches across the Rockies, through the heartland of America, and the Appalachians. RAAM is recognized as one of the toughest events in the world and a tribute to human endurance.

 

Many competitors raise money and awareness for charities as they compete in

the race. This year more than 35 organizations will be the recipients from the efforts of the 2008 Race Across America riders. 

  

Visit the revamped Race Across America website at

www.raceacrossamerica.org for the most comprehensive information about the route, racer profiles, updates, blogs, videos, and other race facts.


Join us at Mt. Airy Bicycles, June 16 through June 20, when the RAAM ultra cyclists race into Maryland. In addition to being Time Station 52, Mt. Airy Bikes is also the location of the 2008 RAAM Penalty Box, where racers have to wait out their penalty as directed by Race Officials. Your best chance to be near these phenomenal ultra marathon bicyclists!

Volunteer staffing is needed for:
Time Station and Penalty Box tables where race teams check in,
RAAM website monitor to know what penalty time a racer must wait,
Time keeper to track the penalty time served and release the racer
Communications with Race Officials as required
Provide hydration and general assistance to race team.
(Race crew members will administer to their racers.)
Welcome, assist, cheer, empathize, and encourage racers and crew,
Provide local information and knowledge to crew, such as
     Motor vehicle repair and parts shops, RV dump sites,
     Food services, Health food stores, Walmart,
    Supply stores, such as for prescriptions, toiletries
    Laundry facilities
    Medical or Dental providers
    ..... and staff are needed 24/7, Monday - Friday

For more information and to sign-up online:    www.BikeRAAM.com
or contact Georgia Glashauser at   
georgia2006@yahoo.com
or Larry Black at Mt. Airy Bikes   
larry@bike123.com
410-795-2929 or 301-831-5151



Join us at Mt. Airy Bicycle June 15 through June 20.
In addition to being the 52nd Time Station, Mt. Airy Bikes is also the location of the National Penalty Box.

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College Park Bicycles is pleased to announce our recent 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  

Bicycle Tours & Events

Eastern Tandem Rally

Outfitter Bicycle Tours
Tour de Cure 2008,  June 7th (Note: corrected date)
Wells Fargo Bike MS: Tour de Shore Ride June 7-8
 


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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!

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TIME FOR SERVICE.
Guidelines for faster service.

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


A Wood Bike?

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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
.Professional Pump at an amateur Price.
limited supplies

The Wrench
Force by Trek goes further with an EZ-read super hi pressure 260lb gauge and an extra long heavy duty hose-this is a professional team issue pump that should be the last one you'll ever buy. We value these near $90, they sold from $60-$70 and we're letting a small batch out at $47.75. The solid brass screw-on foolproof Schrader can't seep and works on those short protruding valves on which the Chinese composites leave you,well, flat! The presta end is solid brass and reminiscent of that 70's Silca you loved. Available in both shops or shipped anywhere for $9 flat fee no matter how many you order at once. If this wonder pump ever runs out of air we will replace it at no cost. 
This is a bike that was $1100 and we are having a special in the 52cm only- $775.

Unique, EZ-on/off aero bar
mild road geometry- great for club rides, centuries, and racing too
and the parts and wheels are worth way more than the sale price!

Details                      Geometry

 

 

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

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 2006 Brompton Folding Bikes
 

TidalForce
High- Performance Electric Bicycles

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 2005
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 14 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

If you missed the bicycle segment of 'Tactical to Practical" in which we and some of our recumbent bikes and fairings were featured, you can see it by clicking on the History Channel logo.

 

The Partner Bicycle Story
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
 

Updated:  Friday, May 09, 2008 05:54 AM
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