About Takoma Bicycle

About Takoma Bicycle

Your Neighborhood Bike Shop in Takoma Park

A neighborhood bike shop built around honest advice, dependable service, and helping every rider feel welcome.

Takoma Bicycle serves commuters, families, recreational riders, children choosing their first bicycle, and experienced cyclists throughout Takoma Park and the surrounding community.

Bruce Sawtelle, owner of Takoma Bicycle, inside the shop
Locally owned since 2010
Clear, practical recommendations
Welcoming service for every rider
Connected to the Takoma community
Meet the Owner

Meet Bruce Sawtelle

A lifelong career in bicycle retail led to a neighborhood shop centered on service, respect, and practical guidance.

Bruce Sawtelle has worked in bicycle retail since childhood. After decades of working in the industry, he opened Takoma Bicycle in 2010.

His goal was to create a comfortable, professionally run neighborhood bike shop where cyclists could find the right products, receive dependable service, and ask questions without pressure or judgment.

Today, Bruce and the Takoma Bicycle team help children choosing a first bike, commuters preparing for daily rides, families, recreational cyclists, and experienced riders looking for the right equipment or service.

The commitment remains simple: listen carefully, explain the options clearly, and take good care of both the customer and the bicycle.

What Customers Can Expect

A Better Neighborhood Bike-Shop Experience

Knowledgeable support without pressure, confusing explanations, or judgment.

Honest Recommendations

Clear explanations and practical options based on your bicycle, riding needs, and budget.

Dependable Service

Repairs, tune-ups, bicycles, parts, accessories, and everyday riding essentials.

A Welcoming Shop

Respectful support for new riders, families, commuters, recreational cyclists, and experienced riders.

Local Commitment

A locally owned business serving Takoma Park and nearby communities since 2010.

Interior of Takoma Bicycle with bikes, accessories, and riding gear
Bicycles, repairs, accessories, and practical guidance in one neighborhood shop.
Bruce Sawtelle participating in a community recognition event outside Takoma Bicycle
Our Community

Connected to Takoma Park

Takoma Bicycle is proud to serve riders from Takoma Park, Silver Spring, Chevy Chase, and communities throughout the surrounding area.

The shop has grown through long-standing relationships with local riders, families, commuters, and neighbors who value honest service and straightforward guidance.

Every customer should leave feeling welcomed, respected, and confident about the next step for their bike.

Customer Reviews

What Local Riders Are Saying

Customers consistently mention honesty, clear communication, fair pricing, and a friendly experience.

Trustworthy Service
“The shop is trustworthy and honest, and the folks that work there have never been condescending.”

Kelsi G.

Friendly Help
“Always friendly, knowledgeable and willing to help with small adjustments.”

RMT Studios

Dependable Repairs
“The price is very affordable and they were easy to communicate with.”

AYN

Takoma Bicycle storefront at 7216 Carroll Avenue in Takoma Park
Visit the Shop

Come See Us in Takoma Park

Have a question about a repair, bicycle, part, or accessory? The Takoma Bicycle team would be glad to help.

Takoma Bicycle
7216 Carroll Avenue
Takoma Park, MD 20912

Phone: 301-270-0202
Email: bruce@takomabicycle.com

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