Question 1

Can customers rent a bike and apply the rental cost toward a purchase?

Accepted Answer

Yes. Main Street Bicycles allows customers to apply the cost of a rental (up to 1 full day) toward the purchase price of a new bicycle.

Question 2

Does the shop accept walk-in repairs, or is an appointment required?

Accepted Answer

Walk-ins are welcome. No appointment is needed for a repair or service estimate. If the shop can fix the bike on the spot, it will; otherwise, staff will provide a timeline for pickup.

Question 3

What repair turnaround should customers expect?

Accepted Answer

Many repairs can be turned around on the same day. The shop services all bike types, including eBikes, and can handle everything from simple tire repairs to complete overhauls.

Question 4

What bike types and rental options are available?

Accepted Answer

Main Street Bicycles rents casual trail bikes starting at $30 per day and mountain hardtails at $50 per day. Helmet rental is included; locks are available upon request. Reservations are required, and a valid state ID is needed.

Question 5

Is Main Street Bicycles located near popular riding areas?

Accepted Answer

The shop is located in historic Old Town Carpentersville and is within pedal strokes of the Fox River Trail system, which connects the entire Fox Valley and other trail systems in Northern Illinois. Local singletrack trails at Raceway Woods are also a short ride away.

Question 6

When was Main Street Bicycles founded and what is its mission?

Accepted Answer

Main Street Bicycles was started in 2004 with the mission of being one of the greatest full-service bike shops while supporting the bicycle community in as many ways as possible.

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