Bike Service That Comes to You
Professional bicycle maintenance at your home, office or convenient location.
🔧Tune-Ups | ⚙️Repairs | 📦Assembly
Service Areas
Shifting Gears provides mobile bicycle service throughout Montgomery County and select areas of Prince George’s and Howard Counties, including:
Bethesda • Chevy Chase • Gaithersburg • Potomac • Rockville • Silver Spring • College Park • Laurel • Columbia
Not sure if you're in our service area? Just send us your location when requesting service.
Bicycle Service, Made a Little Easier.
No need to make a trip to drop off your bike and another to pick it up for service. Shifting Gears brings bicycle service directly to you, making routine maintenance and repairs a little easier to fit into your day.
Convenient
We come to your home or another agreed-upon location.Straightforward
We'll explain what your bike needs and why.Personal
You'll work directly with the person servicing your bike.
Contact Us
Text or WhatsApp Only
301-660-2838
Email shifting.gears.mobile@gmail.com
10319 Westlake Dr, #472
Bethesda, MD 20817
Service Packages
Family/Multiple Bikes Discount available for bikes undergoing Safety Check, Tune-Up packages and/or Assemblies.
Safety Check
$35
What do you get from it?
Peace of mind knowing your bike is safe to ride, plus an honest heads-up on any fixes needed before you head out.
A good fit if….
….you’re not sure your bike is ready to ride, deciding if you should buy the used bike you have an eye on, or just want some peace of mind before getting back on it.
Next level…
…to improve the current functioning of the gears or brakes, consider the Tune- Up packages.
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Includes…
Perform multipoint safety inspection
Tighten all nuts and bolts
Inflate tires
Essential Tune-Up
$140*
(Kids 20"“ tires or smaller ranges from $60-75)
What do you get from it?
A noticeably smoother, efficient and quieter ride with clean fine-tuned gears, straight wheels, and wiped-down components.
A good fit for….
….bikes that are ridden regularly or haven't been serviced in a while, used-bike post purchase tune-ups
Next level…
…for bikes with a heavily soiled drivetrain or significant buildup of dirt and grime, consider the Deep Clean Tune-Up.
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Includes…
Safety Check plus
Clean, degrease & lubricate drivetrain
Wipe down frame & wheel
Reset brakes, shifters & derailleurs
Adjust headset, hubs, bottom bracket
True wheel
Tune-Up Report
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*Essential Tune-Up Prices
Regular Bike $140
Kids <20” tires w/o gears $60
Kids <20” tires with gears $75
Single Speed $100
E-Bike & Trike $180
Extra Cleaning Surcharge $30
Deep Clean Tune-Up
$225*
What do you get from it?
A ride that feels as smooth as butter. In this offsite service^, we use an ultrasonic cleaner to strip away embedded grit on the drivetrain, helping it run smooth and last longer.
^At no additional costs, we will pick up, service offsite and deliver your bike to your location.
A good fit for….
….bikes that see a lot of use, commuter bikes, bikes that have gone a few seasons without a good cleaning accumulating significant dirt and grime in the drivetrain or need a tune-up to bring it back to baseline.
Next level…
Want to take everything apart, clean and re-assemble? See overhaul service.
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Includes…
Essential Tune-Up plus
Deep clean drivetrain in ultrasonic cleaner (prolong life of drivetrain and rides like butter)
Tune-Up Report
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*Deep Clean Tune-Up Prices
Regular Bike $225
Single Speed $185
E-Bike & Trike $165
Extra Cleaning Surcharge $30
Need Something Else?
Not every bike needs a package. We also provide individual repairs and maintenance, including brakes, shifting, tires, wheels, drivetrain service and other common bicycle repairs.
If you ordered a new bike 📦, we can assemble and fine-tune it for you too!
Not sure what your bike needs? That's okay.
Tell us what's going on and we'll help determine what service makes sense.
How It Works
01 — Tell Us About Your Bike
Submit a Service Request,
Text or WhatsApp us (301-660-2838), or
Send an email shifting.gears.mobile@gmail.com
02 — We'll Get in Touch
We'll talk through what your bike needs and answer any questions.
03 — Choose A Time
We'll arrange a service appointment that works for you.
04 — We Come to You
Your bike gets serviced at your home or another agreed-upon location.
A flat House/Location Fee of $30 is charged for every visit. If you sign up for any of the Tune-Up packages (excluding Safety Check) or Assemblies, the House/Location Fee will be waived.
We Bring the Workshop to You
Your bike stays where it is. We bring the tools, equipment and know-how to get the job done.
A More Personal Way to Service Your Bike.
Hi, I’m Albert - the mechanic behind Shifting Gears.
I believe bikes give people independence and joy, at any age, and I want to keep them accessible to everyone — from kids' bikes to high-performance rides, casual cruisers to daily commuters. That's why I come to you: no drop-offs and pick-ups, no waiting around — just honest, quality service that fits your schedule.
UBI Certified Bicycle Technician
Shimano T.E.C. Certified
Mechanical Engineering Background
Fully Insured
Local Business
“I received excellent service from Albert! He worked on three bicycles for me including my road bike, a hybrid, and a cruiser for one of my teenage kids. He was transparent about when hardware had become unserviceable and gave me options. Bikes came back running smooth - brake performance noticeably improved and he restored access to a couple gears I hadn’t seen in months! He also kept great records of the work he did. I will be a return customer for sure!”
What Customers Are Saying
“I really like the fact that the service is mobile and I didn’t need to transport my bikes anywhere is super convenient. Albert is an expert bike mechanic. He has tuned up our Mountain, Road, and Recreation bikes incredibly well and keeps them running smoothly. Additionally, he has diagnosed the causes of squeaky brakes and various other unwanted sounds from bikes and fixed them accordingly. I am happy to readily recommend Albert as a bike mechanic!”
“Albert repaired three of our mountain and road bikes. He was knowledgeable and the work at high standard for at good rates at our location. We recommend him highly. ”
“Albert was so kind and helpful when our three bikes were in desperate need of tune ups. He was thorough and clearly communicated his recommendations (with options) beyond the regular tune up. It’s clear he is passionate about his craft. We will definitely come back to him for all our future biking needs. ”
“Albert is an experienced bike repair technician who comes to your house, treats your bike like his own, and is way cheaper than a B&M bike shop. Highly recommended!”
You’ve got questions,
we’ve got answers
General FAQ
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That's okay! You don't need to know the name of the repair. Tell us what you're experiencing—such as a strange noise, shifting problem, or brake issue—and we'll help figure out what's going on.
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We provide mobile bicycle service throughout Montgomery, Prince George’s and Howard County. If you're unsure whether we cover your location, just ask.
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No. That's the idea. We come to you at your home or another agreed-upon location.
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Submit a service request, text us, or email us. We'll get in touch to discuss your bike and arrange a convenient time and location.
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Service time depends on the bike and the work being performed. We'll give you an estimated timeframe when we discuss your service. For the Deep Clean Tune-Up Package, your bike will be transported in a fully enclosed van for servicing and delivered back to you with no extra charge.
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Absolutely. My goal is to recommend what your bike actually needs—not to sell you work it doesn't need.
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Parts are generally separate from service labor unless specifically stated otherwise. We'll discuss any parts your bike needs before proceeding.
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I work on a wide range of bicycles, from kids' bikes and recreational bikes to commuters, road bikes, mountain bikes, and high-performance bicycles. If you're unsure whether I can help with your bike, just ask.
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If we determine that a repair requires equipment or service that isn't practical to perform during a mobile appointment, we'll explain the situation and help you determine the best next step.
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Yes, I service many e-bikes, particularly the bicycle components such as brakes, shifting, wheels, tires, and other mechanical systems. Because e-bike systems vary, please contact me with your bike's make and model so I can confirm what I can service.
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Ready to Get Your Bike Rolling?
Tell us a little about your bike and what you need help with.
Prefer to text or email?
301-660-2838 or shifting.gears.mobile@gmail.com
We'll get back to you and help figure out the next step.