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Proteus Bicycles

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Proteus Bicycles is an independent, local bike shop in College Park, MD. Bike and car accessible. Look for the bright green building on Rt. 1!

Story

Voted Best Bike Shop in the DMV at the 2016 WABA Bicyclists Choice Awards!
We are a bike shop, but we try to be more than that. The most important thing to us is that you get on a bike and ride to your heart’s content. We want to make sure you get on the best bike for you. Thursday nights we’re open late. Come over for food, drinks, and conversation! We have comfortable couches and a charming staff. Most of all, we have really cool customers. Come in and meet them: recreational cyclists, roadies, commuters, mountain bikers, cyclocross racers, fixed-gear fans and everyone in between.

Address: 9217 Baltimore Ave, College Park, MD 20740, USA
Phone: (301) 441-2928
moc.selcycibsuetorp@ofni
State: Maryland
City: College Park
Zip Code: 20740


Opening Hours

Monday: 11:00 AM – 7:00 PM
Tuesday: 11:00 AM – 7:00 PM
Wednesday: 11:00 AM – 7:00 PM
Thursday: 11:00 AM – 9:00 PM
Friday: 11:00 AM – 7:00 PM
Saturday: 10:00 AM – 6:00 PM
Sunday: 12:00 – 6:00 PM

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Reviews
I was happy to see Proteus taking part in a couple events in the neighborhood. I understand that weekends for bikes shops are very very very important, however Proteus continues to send mechanics to support rides, farmer's markets, and school activities. It is always a pleasure to visit the shop. Half the time I stop in for questions - there is no pressure to buy anything. I sometimes think they simply like the company of visitors. They make everyone feel at home. (I can't resist. There is another review where a person buys a cheap Internet deal then attempts to haggle down the assembly price at a full service shop. Shops are burdened with overhead and provide a warranty with their labor. They have very little wiggle room as compared to giants like Internet sales. The assembly is what incurs the Workman's comp, health insurance and labor charges. Shops charge what they charge only because they have to. I'm certain the reviewer would understand if he know the behind the scenes challenges).
8 years ago (16-11-2017)
Staff is cool and knowledgeable. Tune up Prices are competitive with local shops. There is a cat, so if you are allergic, you were warned. They, Laura (hope I spelled that right), did an amazing job on the tune-up of my Specialized Crosstrail. Though, there want a break down of what was done, nor a repair sheet. But, i can feel the difference in the ride after sitting around for 4 or 5 months. There are several bike accessories for sale, definitely worth a look. They do offer weekly rides and a few specialty rides throughout the year. If you new in the area, check them out.
7 years ago (28-02-2018)
This is an incredibly friendly and nice shop. I think everyone there wants people to be happy biking at every level, and everyone is super approachable. They always carry nice things too and host social events and rides that I enjoy going on!
7 years ago (28-12-2017)
I stopped by Proteus Bicycles to see if they could help me figure out a problem I had with my Bike Friday. Ben (I hope I remember the name correctly), was upfront in letting me know he wasn't as familiar with the brand. However, he kept trying different things to see if he could figure out the problem anyway. His meticulous inspection and obvious knowledge of bicycle mechanics paid off and we figured it out. He didn't even charge me for the adjustment or his time. I still have to upgrade some componentry but at least for now the bicycle is operable until I upgrade. Many thanks! Greatly appreciate it!
8 years ago (29-10-2017)
I have kids that are hard core mountain bikers. Laura that service manager was great to work with. Was able to do the front fork work and had a great eye on other safety issues that I asked her about. The staff is great and so is the bike shop I will be using from now on. Ruck
8 years ago (14-09-2017)
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