What bicycle repair services does Downvalley Bikes offer?

Downvalley Bikes provides tune-ups starting at $50 for a complete inspection and safety check, and a $250 full tune that includes frame tear-down and bearing service. The shop also offers flat-rate services including tire installation, wheel truing, brake bleeding, drivetrain adjustment, tubeless setup, and ebike service, with general service available at $90 per hour in 15-minute increments.

What is the backstory behind Downvalley Bikes?

Downvalley Bikes was established in 2023 by three friends—Sam, Paige, and Jake—who met while living and working in Crested Butte, Colorado. After four years of riding and building bikes together in the Rocky Mountains, Sam and Paige decided to return to the East Coast and open their own shop in Rutland, convincing Jake to join them in the venture.

Does Downvalley Bikes offer free consultations?

Yes, the shop offers free bike service consultations and allows customers to schedule appointments by phone at (802)342-5848 or by email at bikes@downvalleyvt.com.

What is included in the base tune-up at Downvalley Bikes?

The $50 tune-up includes a complete bike inspection, drivetrain clean and tune, brake inspection and tune, wheel and spoke inspection, frame and bolt inspection, and installation of most parts purchased in-store.