Keep the Cycle Going
What we offer:
Bikes + Parts
Affordable refurbished bikes, and new and used parts.
Repair
DIY (do-it-yourself), DIT (do-it-together), and drop off tune-ups.
Education
Learn how to fix your bike and help maintain it for each season.
Pay-what-you-can pricing:
No one turned away for lack of funds
Sliding-scale pricing on all bikes, parts, and shop time
Pay-it-forward option to sustain this model
Help us keep the cycle going!
Donate bikes, parts, money, or volunteer your time.
David Mitchell
9 months ago
What an awesome business model! I was able to renew/repair my bike with expert guidance. Not only did I repair my bike, I gained confidence in my ability to tackle future issues!
Rachel Desilets
10 months ago
The staff at Freeride Montpelier has far exceeded their stated mission to build relationships, empower others, and strengthen the community through the bicycle. They bring this mission to life!
We, in Montpelier, are very fortunate to have Freeride in our community! They’re a gem!
We, in Montpelier, are very fortunate to have Freeride in our community! They’re a gem!
Geneva Strauss-Wise
11 months ago
Welcoming and helpful! Great selection of affordable and good quality bikes. Grateful for this community resource.
Andrea Stander
11 months ago
Freeride Montpelier is a terrific community resource for ANYONE interested in adding more biking to their life. Their staff & volunteers are friendly & knowledgeable. They were so helpful to me. Even though they don’t focus on e-bikes, I was grateful to be able to use their shop space, comprehensive array of tools, and their friendly expertise to get my new folding e-bike set up, safety checked, and ready to ride. Even though I’m in my 70s, haven’t had a bike to ride in 3 years, I feel like a kid again being able to enjoy the freedom and physical exercise of two-wheeled transportation. Highly recommend!!!
marlene flaton
1 year ago
Went to Freeride for the first time recently to work on my bike with their help and it was awesome. It felt welcoming and totally non-judgmental to my newbie self who had trouble cutting a straight edge haha. I am so glad I found you guys! Thanks to both Phoenix and Brian for your kindness and thank you Phoenix for the extra guidance and patience! You are my bike spot as long as I live here.
Meg Dawkins
1 year ago
Working 1:1 with Phoenix was an awesome way to learn about basic bike maintenance. His explanations and how-to directions were clear, respectful, and specific to my knowledge level. Additionally, the fluctuating payment option makes bike maintenance more accessible.
Nicholas Mallari
1 year ago
Very friendly and knowledgeable staff. Accommodating to my request. Highly recommend for anyone interested in purchasing a bicycle or getting theirs serviced.
bemya nymh b'ARBORoja
2 years ago
This shop is a BABE! It’s not big and fancy and intimidating. it’s an absolute delight of reclaimed parts, old bikes given new life, and down to earth service. It’s so empowering to be able to do basic maintenance on your fun machine, and freeride has the tools and the friendly knowledgeability to teach you. (Thanks Phoenix!) I will ALWAYS hit up freeride before I go to another shop to find what I need for my wheelie steed.
Pete Kerby-Miller
2 years ago
Love to see a community Bikeshop nonprofit. I’ve gotten great used parts and advice here, and will visit again if I need a bike for around town. Or to donate one I’m not using!
Nd Dentico
5 years ago
Very knowledgeable folks there helped me find the perfect bike!
Owen Rachampbell
6 years ago
Josh and the team gave a great experience. Really nice team and I love what they do. I do not know a lot about bikes and was just looking for something to get around my neighborhood. They were patient and passionate to help me find the right bike.
Ben Eastwood
7 years ago