Bootlegger Bikes - St Albans
Tune-ups, e-bike service and rentals · St Albans, VT
Bootlegger Bikes is a bike shop at 82 North Main St. in St Albans, Vermont. Its website lists a four-level tune-up menu, a separate e-bike service menu, custom builds, hub and suspension service, seasonal bike rentals and, at the St Albans shop only, ski and snowboard tuning. It also advertises that it price matches.
Tune-up levels and e-bike service
The shop's tune-up menu has four levels. Level 1 is $79 (or $59 for 24 inch wheels and smaller, with e-bikes starting at $89) and covers a safety check of the whole bike, a fastener and cockpit inspection, light cleaning, brake and shifting adjustment and chain lubrication. Level 2 is $129 and adds a thorough cleaning, light drivetrain cleaning and inspection, and wheel truing. Level 3 is $269 and adds a headset and bottom bracket clean and grease plus new cables and housing, with parts extra. Level 4 is $389 and adds a full disassembly, cleaning, inspection and reassembly, including suspension pivot service.
E-bikes have their own service menu. The shop says its staff completed specific training to support e-bike customers. It lists a Level 1 e-bike tune-up at $89, diagnostic work at $60 to $80 per hour, and Bosch system services such as a firmware update at $30, a diagnostics report at $30 and battery winterization and conditioning at $60. Work left more than 14 days after completion can incur a $25 per week storage fee.
Rentals, demos and ski tuning
Rentals start in late April, depending on weather and trail conditions, and are full-day only. The shop lists a comfort or hybrid e-bike at $69 per day and a comfort rail trail bike at $49 per day. Rentals and demos need a signed waiver at pickup, a credit card on file and a driver's license on file. Call 802-782-8747 to ask about availability.
The St Albans shop also grinds and tunes skis and snowboards. Its menu lists a junior tune for skis 140 cm or smaller at $49, a snowboard tune at $69 (or $85 with hot wax), an adult ski tune at $69 standard or $89 premium, and P-Tex base repair at $20. Drop off and pick up any time during open hours.
Visiting the shop
Bootlegger Bikes is at 82 North Main St. in St Albans. It is open Monday from 10 AM to 2 PM, Tuesday to Friday from 10 AM to 5 PM and Saturday from 10 AM to 4 PM, and closed Sunday. Its site says all bicycle sales are final, and that online bike orders are usually built and shown on the showroom floor first. It has a 4.6 Google rating from 33 reviews.
Compare other bike shops in St Albans City or plan a ride with the Franklin County eBike guide.
Frequently Asked Questions
+How much are tune-ups at Bootlegger Bikes?
The shop lists Level 1 at $79, Level 2 at $129, Level 3 at $269 and Level 4 at $389. E-bike tune-ups start at $89, and 24 inch wheels and smaller start at $59.
+Does Bootlegger Bikes rent bikes?
Yes. Rentals start in late April, depending on weather and trail conditions. It lists a comfort or hybrid e-bike at $69 per day and a comfort rail trail bike at $49 per day.
+Can I get skis or a snowboard tuned there?
Yes, at the St Albans shop only. Tunes range from a $49 junior ski tune to a $89 premium adult ski tune.
+Does the shop service e-bikes?
Yes. It has a dedicated e-bike service menu that includes Bosch firmware updates, diagnostics and battery winterization.
+What are the shop's hours?
Monday 10 AM to 2 PM, Tuesday to Friday 10 AM to 5 PM, Saturday 10 AM to 4 PM. Closed Sunday.
Hours
| Monday | 10 AM – 2 PM |
| Tuesday | 10 AM – 5 PM |
| Wednesday | 10 AM – 5 PM |
| Thursday | 10 AM – 5 PM |
| Friday | 10 AM – 5 PM |
| Saturday | 10 AM – 4 PM |
| Sunday | Closed |
Hours from the shop's website, which matches Google's listing, checked September 2026. Hours can change with the season, so call 802-782-8747 to confirm.