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Maintenance and More

Service at Ptown Bikes

Repair Services

Lube and Air: Free

Our mechanic will air up the tires and lube the chain and you’re on your way. We recommend you frequently check the pressure in your tires and re-lubricate your chain about once a month. We always give free air and chain lube at Ptown Bikes.

Complete Bike Assessment: $25   

For $25 our mechanic will thoroughly inspect and test your bike. We will let you know what we can do to make your bike run at it's best. If you have work done on your bike we will waive the $25 assessment fee.

Tune Ups

Conventional Bikes: $89

Our mechanic will assess your bike. We will wipe down your bike; adjust your brakes, gears, headset, bottom bracket, and wheel hubs; and true your wheels. We also the check tires, fill to recommended pressure and lube your chain.
Replacement parts/installation labor is extra.    Ultimate Cleaning +$20.

E-Bikes - Trek, Specialized, and Electra Brands: $99

Our mechanic will assess your bike. We will wipe down your bike; adjust your brakes, gears, headset, bottom bracket, and wheel hubs; and true your wheels. We also the check tires, fill to recommended pressure and lube your chain. E-bike updates are included.
Replacement parts/installation labor is extra.    Ultimate Cleaning +20.

E-Bikes - Other Brands: $99 and Up

Our mechanic will assess your bike. We will wipe down your bike; adjust your brakes, gears, headset, bottom bracket, and wheel hubs; and true your wheels. We also the check tires, fill to recommended pressure and lube your chain.
Replacement parts/installation labor is extra.    Ultimate Cleaning +$20.
WE DO NOT WORK ON ELECTRICAL OR MOTOR ISSUES ON OTHER BRANDS, ONLY THE CONVENTIONAL BICYCLE PARTS.

Spring Tune-Up Special: $10 Off Regular or E-Bike Tune-Up

Opening Day through April 30. Don’t wait for good weather! Get your bikes in early so they will be ready for you when it turns sunny and warm. We typically get backed up several weeks because this service is so popular. Don't wait, make a reservation early.

Ultimate Bike Cleaning: $20 with Tune-Up / $40 Ala Carte

We wipe down your bike when we work on it for no charge. We also offer a thorough bike cleaning which includes cleaning the gunk off the frame, wheels, gears, chain, and brakes. Then your bike is polished to look its best. This service does not include rust cleaning. Ask our advice. Pricing based on individual cases.

Bike Build from Box/Tune-Up:

Ship your bike directly to our shop and we will build it and tune it up. Call or email us to let us know your bike is on its way and when you want to pick it up. We will have it ready for you! (Some weeks at Ptown Bikes are extremely busy. It's always a good idea to contact us and plan ahead so we can best accommodate your schedule!)

Conventional Bikes: $99
E-Bikes: $110 and Up
Specialty Bikes - Hourly Rate: $89/hour

Ala Carte Services

E-BIKES
E-Bike Updates - Trek, Specialized, or Electra $20

BRAKES AND GEARS
Brake Adjustment: $15 one set, $25 both sets
Gear Adjustment: $25 both derailleurs
Brakes & Gears Adjustments: $45

Hydraulic Brake Bleed: $30/wheel
Replace Disc Brake Pads:

We adjust your brakes and both derailleurs. Replacement parts/installation extra. Kind of like a mini Tune-Up.

WHEEL TRUING-
Front Wheel: $25
Rear Wheel: $35

REPLACE SPOKE and TRUE WHEEL:
Front Wheel: $5/Spoke + $25 Labor 
Rear Wheel: $5/Spoke + $35 Labor 
FLAT FIX:

We will remove the tube and tire from your bike and inspect it to determine the cause of the flat. We will then install a new basic inner tube and fill your tire to the proper pressure. We also lube the chain. Our work is guaranteed and if you get another flat within a week we will fix it again for free.

Most Conventional Bikes: Includes Labor/New Tube - $25
BYOT (bring your own tube):  Labor Only - $18
Specialty Bikes & E-Bikes: Hourly Rate- $89/hr

*High performance and specialty tubes may cost more. Dutch bikes, E-Bikes and other specialty bikes often require additional labor at shop rate of $89/hr.

Loaner Bikes: Free

We provide free rental bikes to customers while your bike is being repaired (based on availability). Loaner bikes are usually available, however, during very busy weeks and holidays it may not be possible. Call and ask at the front counter for availability (or come see us in person)!

Other Services

Winter Storage Only: $12 per month or $109 per year

We will store your bike in our warehouse in Truro keeping it safe from moisture and salt air. A bike left out all winter, even under a porch may require extensive repairs. When you are ready for your bike, please give us a weeks heads up so we can retrieve your bike from our warehouse, dust it off, air up the tires and lube the chain. It will be ready when you arrive.

Winter Storage + Spring Tune-Up: $149

Storage for up to a year plus a Tune-Up. Winter storage as described above. In the spring give us a 2 week heads up. We will retrieve your bike from our warehouse, give it a tune-up, and it will be ready when you arrive. If you need to pick your bike up during one of the busiest weeks of the summer (4th of July, Bear Week, Carnival), please make sure to give us plenty of notice so that we can make sure we have your bike ready for you on time.

Bike Build from Box/Tune-Up: Conventional Bikes $99. E-Bikes $110 and up. Specialty Bikes $89/hr

Ship your bike directly to our shop and we will build it and tune it. Call or email us to let us know your bike is on its way and when you want to pick it up. We will have it ready for you! (Some weeks at Ptown Bikes are extremely busy. It's always a good idea to contact us and plan ahead so we can best accommodate your schedule!)

Disassemble & Box: $99 (shipping not included)

We professionally box your bike for shipping. We will carefully disassemble your bike and pack it using foam pads, bubblewrap, zip ties... whatever it needs. We will then book your bike’s travel using BikeFlights. You can pay BikeFlights directly, or we can organize it for you. Ship your bike directly to your home or favorite bike shop for assembly.

Other Winter Services When We Are Closed

We are still here for you even when we are closed.

FOR REPAIRS: Text Jeff at 508-237-0966. He will contact you and coordinate when he can fix your bike.

FOR BIKE STORAGE: Text Dan at 413-426-6519. In your text please specify whether you want STORAGE ONLY ($12/month) or STORAGE + TUNE UP ($149). Also tell him the BIKE BRAND, MODEL, and COLOR. Estimate the approximate date you will pick up your bike. Remember to call, email or text us 2 weeks prior to picking up your stored bike in the spring/summer.

GENERAL QUESTIONS: Text Jeff at 508-237-0966 or Bill at 760-774-9401

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