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Don't just celebrate Earth Day today - celebrate it all year long by choosing your bike! Can you imagine the reduction in pollution (not to mention traffic!) we'd have if more people chose to get to work or school by bike instead of by car? Did you know a year of commuting 10 miles a day to and from work...

Takoma Bicycle is now accepting applications for mechanic/sales position to join the staff of our rapidly growing bike shop  Must have previous shop experience. Part-time and full time positions available. Women encouraged to apply. Email resume and inquiries to bruce@takomabicycle.com

A comfort or a hybrid bike is a popular choice for many reasons. They are a comfortable, approachable, eco-friendly means of getting out with family and friends, running errands, exercising or commuting to work. They don't pretend to be ultra-fast racers and they aren't overbuilt tanks for the off-road trails. They are the middle—an excellent combination of comfort, efficiency and...

The days are longer and warmer - it's time to take your bike out of winter hibernation! We've got all the gear you need to kick off your spring riding, from pumps to helmets to locks to sunglasses. Looking for the right combo of lightweight layers to keep you cool during the day but warm in the cool evening hours?...

Check off our Pre-Ride list and be ready to hit the road this spring! If your bike has been sitting collecting dust this winter, then we have the perfect checklist to help you make sure you're ready to go when that first day of warm weather hits. If you can check off this list, your bike will be prepared to...