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Bike Repair & Maintenance

At Patuxent Adventure Center we have a full service department ready to take on anything from small adjustments to complete rebuilds. Our qualified mechanics service most major makes and models of bicycles. Bicycles are serviced on a first come, first served basis so please stop by our service department during regular business hours for service. For service inquiries please call 410-394-2770 or email david@paxadventure.com  

Service Packages

Standard Tune Up - $124.99

A comprehensive service package for all major adjustments. Recommended annually. Our technicians will:

  • Tension and true wheels

  • Adjust shifting

  • Adjust brakes

  • Adjust bearing systems

  • Wipedown bike frame and braking surfaces

  • Test ride bike to ensure proper road performance

*Does not include cost of parts or installation
**Price does not necessarily apply to e-bikes or cargo bikes

Performance Tune Up - $225

A complete drivetrain cleaning in our microbial parts cleaner plus all adjustments included in a standard tune up.

Our technicians will:

  • Remove and deep clean essential drive train components in our microbial parts washer

  • Reinstall drive train components, lubricate chain and derailleur pivots

  • Tension and true wheels

  • Adjust shifting

  • Adjust brakes

  • Adjust bearing systems

  • Top off sealant w/tubeless setups (sealant extra)

  • Update Di2/eTap firmware

  •  Wipedown bike frame and braking surfaces

  • Test ride bike to ensure proper road performance

*Does not include cost of parts.
**Labor for installation of drivetrain parts, cables, housing, tires, tubes, sealant, and bar tape are included with Performance tune-up. Labor for installation of brake systems, stems, bars, and bearing systems such as headsets, bottom brackets, hubs, and linkages is not included.
***Price does not necessarily apply to e-bikes or cargo bikes.

Complete Overhaul- $420 and up

A complete overhaul of all major components of the bike. Because all bikes are different, a service appointment is required to get a complete, accurate estimate. This service is only offered during non-peak seasons.

Our technicians will:

  • Disassemble the bike down to the frame

  • Overhaul or Replace headset and bottom bracket bearings

  • Re-cable shifters and brakes

  • Perform drivetrain cleaning

  • Reassemble bike

  • Perform all adjustments included in a Standard Tune Up

*Does not include cost of parts.
**Does not include suspension service.
***Price does not necessarily apply for e-bikes or cargo bikes.

E-Bike Standard Tune Up - $150

A basic service package for your electric bicycle. Includes all of the basic adjustments in a standard tune up plus our technicians will:

  • Perform a visual inspection of electrical connections

  • Perform a visual inspection of battery and motor system

  • Update E-bike Firmware (Specialized Turbo, Cannondale Hyena, and Bosch systems only for the time being)

  • Clean speed sensor magnet

  • Charge battery to appropriate level

  • Test ride to ensure proper operation of motor, shift, brake, and light systems

*Does not include cost of parts.
** We cannot perform comprehensive service on all models of electric bikes. Please contact david@paxadventure.com for more information. 

E-Bike Advanced Tune Up - $250

A comprehensive service package for your electric bicycle. Includes all of the basic adjustments in the E-bike standard tune up plus our technicians will:

  • Clean and inspect motor area

  • Clean all electrical connections

  • Torque motor mounts

  • Run full diagnostic on electrical systems (Specialized Turbo, Cannondale Hyena, and Bosch systems only for the time being)

  • Test ride to ensure proper operation of motor, shift, brake, and light systems

A-la-Carte and Other Services

This is not a complete list of all services we offer. For more information regarding a la carte and other service pricing please call 410-394-2770 during regular business hours or email david@paxadventure.com.

*We reserve the right to refuse service for any reason.
**Non-standard bikes such as tandems, tricycles, and cargo bikes get non-standard pricing. Please bring your velocipede into our service department to assess pricing.

Your Bike Repair Experts

We want to make sure your bike is in the best possible repair and you're enjoying the ride.  PAC's mechanics have the knowledge and expertise to diagnose, recommend, and perform everything from the most basic adjustments and maintenance, to full overhauls, custom wheel builds, and accessory installations.