The best bike shop in Brunswick. The owner is kind and accommodating, and always has extra…read moreknowledge to offer. I would hope my bike doesn't break again, but if/when it does, I will be bringing it straight here.

These guys were awesome! I brought my brand new bike to Brunswick for a ride (took almost 2 hours…read moreto get there) and when I started my ride, I realized the gears weren't working. I got the bike to bring me to their shop and they took the bike right in the back, figured out the problem, fixed it, and sent me on my way within about 5 minutes. They wouldn't take payment and were soooo friendly. They even suggested a good route for me to ride. I can't say enough good things about my experience there!

Amazing service, (while we waited)…read more A young man guided my wife through the selection and fitting of new skis, boots and bindings. He was knowledgeable courteous and engaging. BCS is fortunate to have him there. We were grateful for the value and speed of delivery is unmatched. Would not shop for skis or bikes anywhere else in Maine

Killer old school shop. Tons of stock. Cool vintage parts n bikes!.. Knowledgeable and friendly…read morestaff. Must see if you're cruising through. And did I mention custom Ti frames!?

Went on vacation with a big group! I was in charge of bike ride day!! Cyclemania, was a…read moretouchdown. These guys were friendly and helpful especially for my friends that don't ride so much. Walked in, got the reserved bikes, which were totally worth the price! Had the best day in Portland thanks to Cyclemania!

Arrogant Culture - It Starts at the Top…read more "It gives me no pleasure to write a bad review for a local business, but I find it impossible to believe CycleMania has a 4.9-star rating. My experience was terrible. I brought my electric bike in for a tune-up and stood there for several minutes being completely ignored by staff who walked right past me without a word. When I was finally acknowledged, the energy was incredibly arrogant. It was essentially a 'what do you want?' attitude that felt extremely condescending. In my opinion, this isn't just a one-off employee issue; it's a culture of management and ownership that clearly starts at the top. They seem to be making so much money that they could care less about how they treat an individual customer. If you aren't part of their 'inner circle,' you are treated like an inconvenience. I can and will spend my hard-earned money someplace else where respect is part of the service." -- Richard Baker

Rented X-country ski package today. It was a beautiful day to try this again - my first time since…read morecollege...a few years ago. Both people in the store were super helpful in getting me properly outfitted. $35 for the day to rent $500 worth of equipment seems like a really good deal!! They're having a sale on winter gear right now too. 40-50% off. I may have taken advantage and picked up a few new, cute things. I mean that matters "out there".

Showed up when they opened at 9 and was immediately met with all the information and kindness I…read moreneeded! Dan was super helpful and got me all set up with an e-bike rental, a helmet, and a lock. He showed me how to use the bike and made the rental process super easy. The bike was spotless and in excellent condition. Used it to bike to all the lighthouses in the area with no problem. Great deal, will be back!

We were driving to Acadia and decided to stop at this non profit bike place. Was able to snag a…read morenice Fuji bike! My first real road bike. Friendly and knowledgeable staff. There is a parking lot.

These folks have a very admirable purpose. They are thorough, and flexible and a pleasure to deal…read morewith. Their prices are fair.

If I could give this shop six stars I would. The quality of bikes here is amazing, and the Roy…read morefamily is so nice. Jimmy Roy is exceptionally knowledgeable and passionate about bikes and his mom, Mrs. Roy is so sweet. The used bikes are very reasonably priced, and the quality and craftsmanship is superb. I highly recommend Roy's bike shop.

Roy's is a small family owned and oriented neighborhood bicycle shop that goes above and beyond to…read moremake sure their customers are happy. They carry quality merchandise at fair prices and really know their products! Avoid the "big box" stores and support your local economy and a great family!

The Bicycle: An early 90's Trek MTB inherited from a friend's father…read more The Mission: Phoenix that lug-framed beast into a glorious knock-around with some possible gravel grinding in the future. The Players: Myself, a modest pile of loot, a local powder coat company (who shall remain nameless, but I will say they are located near a small airport. Meh.), and Josh at Rainbow Bicycle. How It All Went Down: I went in and stated my goals. Josh was the designated man. We set a budget, which was small for the bicycle world these days and talked possibilities. It was green-light-go. Josh disassembled the bike. I took the relevant bits to powder coat... sexy sage green. An ice age later I got the bicycle back with far fewer ducats in my purse and repatriated it to Rainbow. Josh made it all happen, with style. Vintage stem friction shifters? No problem. Rebuild those 26" double wall, double eyelet rims? Done. Bearings? Clean and new. Slap on those vintage French moustache bars I bought of of EBay with no known measurements as a gamble? No. They don't fit. But it was my fault, and Josh was still willing to troubleshoot. When the logistics became silly Josh pulled out some old swept back bars that would work with that weird Trek stem. Winning. Communication? On point throughout. The Summary: Josh is a wizard. Glorious machines were created. Rainbow Bicycle Shop is decidedly more high-end than L.B.S., but it is the only real option in the Dirty Lew. If you need NASA components and lots of carbon fiber they are definitely your place (you prince you), but rugged romanticism is not spit upon either, a rare duality. I can't speak for the rest of the crew because we had little interaction, but if they are half as good, there is a strong case for versatility to be made. And they always mask up during the 'Rona (viruses don't understand human politics! Smart is smart.) Post Scriptum: I'll post a before and after picture of the build once I finish the details (need the fly fishing rod style cork grips from Rivendell, because the wool wraps from Analog don't work with the MTB brake levers' bump.)

If your friends owned a bike shop ... this is it! John, Jared, Ben and the rest of the crew treat…read moreyou the way friends do ... helpful, reliable, relaxed, and generous with their time, advice and expertise. Just honest, knowledgable bike folks who want you as a long term customer rather than a quick sale. I've been doing business at Rainbow for nearly twenty years with complete satisfaction. This is THE go-to shop in central Maine. Buy local and support your friends .... Rainbow Bike!

Maine Surfers Union is a good smaller sized shop that I've been to over the years. Each time I've…read moredropped by Charlie and other staff have been helpful and super friendly. In fact, one time I really needed some Futures fins during a swell and couldn't make it to the shop for a while so Charlie offered advice over the phone to decide on my best size and arranged to meet up with me near my local surf break one early morning-how can you beat that for customer service?! When I walk into MSU one thing that pops into my brain is "quality" - good brands and well made products that you may need to pay a little more for at times, but will last. Haven't bought a board here, but am always curious what they have for shapes-they don't offer a huge selection of multiple racks full of boards but I like that they stock USA made quality options and they update on social media board orders arriving to give you a sense of what's available. Also offer some surf books, local coffee and local craft beer to go.

A couple things: I am not a surfer and I do not live in Maine…read more This being said, this store is very cool. It offers a carefully curated selection of items you NEED as a surfer (wax, rashguards, swimsuits, board leashes, etc.) coupled with things that straddle the line between a need and a want (books, beautiful towels, insulated cups, Maine-made backpacks, bags, and wallets to name just a few). Many of the items are USA made and some are even Maine-made and made in Portland. The people working there seemed very knowledgeable about surfing in Maine and worldwide. I was listening to one provide seasonal travel advice for following waves and a budget to another customer. I didn't detect a trace of snark as anyone's questions were being answered, whether of not those questions were surfing-related. Very welcoming and helpful staff and nice selection of goods!