Trail travelers know C&O Bicycle as the full-service stop on South Pennsylvania Avenue in Hancock, positioned for riders on the C&O Canal towpath and the Western Maryland Rail Trail. The family-run shop sells, rents, and repairs bikes, rents e-bikes by the day and week, and runs a general store plus a bunkhouse with showers for overnighters. Service stories are consistent: Doug S. got a tire with broken cords replaced and a minor tune-up early on a weekday, efficiently and at reasonable rates; a broken spoke was fixed quickly and at a fair price; and a rider whose wife’s ride computer broke had it repaired on the spot and was allowed to charge her bike. Charles M. had a bent derailleur straightened for five dollars, which he read as proof of honesty, and the staff includes Andrew and his twin brother Paul. The covered outdoor lounge has charging plugs, a fridge, and a fire pit, and the bunkhouse is a noted trail tradition. E-bike renters note the team made sure the bikes fit their needs. Details at candobicycle.com or (301) 678-6665.
Google rating: 4.8 out of 5
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