Vermont Bicycle Shop
Walk-in service, new and used bikes · Barre, VT
Vermont Bicycle Shop is a bike shop at 42 Summer St. in Barre, Vermont, near the Millstone Trails. It was registered as a business in 2014 and says it was the first Professional Bicycle Mechanics Association certified bicycle shop in Vermont. Its website lists new, certified used, e-bike, kids and cargo bicycles, along with parts, apparel and service.
How service works
The shop says walk-ins are welcome, with a fast check-in and a transparent estimate. You can also call to make an appointment, which it says helps turnaround in busy seasons. It provides an itemized estimate before work begins, and says its service pricing is tied to actual time spent and shown on a line item receipt.
You can bring a bike in dirty or clean, and you can ask for help carrying it inside. If you only want a brake adjusted rather than a full tune-up, the shop says it can do that, though it may need to make repairs for anything that would obviously cause harm.
For e-bikes, the shop says its insurance and workplace safety rules mean it only accepts UL 2849 certified, NHTSA and CPSC compliant e-bikes that do not have a throttle or the ability to add or remove one. Ask the shop if you are not sure about your bike.
Bikes, brands and the shop's story
The website's categories include gravel and touring road, mountain, city and hybrid, kids, certified used, adventure, electric and cargo bicycles, plus closeout models. Current listings include Trek, Orbea and Otso bikes.
Owner Darren Ohl describes seeing the bicycle shop as a steward of the community, like the hardware store or the barber. The shop says he was Vermont's first PBMA certified bicycle mechanic and is a certified fit expert with over 1,200 bike fits. Staff member Kris founded Pride Rides VT, a registered nonprofit that works to expand inclusivity in bicycling for LGBTQIA+ people, while working at the shop.
Community and visiting
The shop offers discounts to volunteers who serve the Millstone Trails Association and other local volunteers. It has also hosted the Gravelcat Ride, an alleycat style event between two coffee shops in Barre and Northfield, and lists a Vermont Bicycle Club on its site.
Vermont Bicycle Shop is at 42 Summer St. in Barre, phone 802-622-8222. It is open Tuesday to Friday from 9:30 AM to 6:30 PM and Saturday from 9 AM to 4 PM, and closed Sunday and Monday. It has a 4.9 Google rating from 49 reviews.
Compare other bike shops in Barre or plan a ride with the Washington County eBike guide.
Frequently Asked Questions
+Do I need an appointment for bike service at Vermont Bicycle Shop?
No. The shop says walk-ins are welcome, and appointments are available for faster turnaround during busy seasons.
+Does the shop service e-bikes?
Yes, for certain models. It only accepts UL 2849 certified, NHTSA and CPSC compliant e-bikes without a throttle or the ability to add or remove one.
+What kinds of bikes does the shop sell?
Its website lists gravel, mountain, city and hybrid, kids, certified used, adventure, electric and cargo bikes, with Trek, Orbea and Otso among current listings.
+Does the shop give an estimate before repairs?
Yes. It says it provides a clear itemized estimate before work begins.
+What are the shop's hours?
Tuesday to Friday 9:30 AM to 6:30 PM and Saturday 9 AM to 4 PM. Closed Sunday and Monday.
Hours
| Monday | Closed |
| Tuesday | 9:30 AM – 6:30 PM |
| Wednesday | 9:30 AM – 6:30 PM |
| Thursday | 9:30 AM – 6:30 PM |
| Friday | 9:30 AM – 6:30 PM |
| Saturday | 9 AM – 4 PM |
| Sunday | Closed |
Hours from the shop's website, which matches Google's listing, checked September 2026.