Shuttle Services
Our GAP Trail & C&O Canal shuttle services provide convenient transportation options for both cyclists and their bicycles, ensuring a seamless and enjoyable experience on these scenic trails.
Bike Rentals
With a wide range of high-quality bikes available, our knowledgeable staff will ensure you have a comfortable and enjoyable experience as you pedal through the scenic beauty of the GAP Trail and C&O Canal.
Bike Repairs
With our expert technicians and state-of-the-art equipment, we offer a comprehensive range of services, from simple tune-ups to complex repairs. Whether you’re a seasoned cyclist or just starting out, rest assured that your bike is in capable hands.
Choosing the Right Bicycle
Choosing the Right Bicycle for Your Multi-Day Adventure on the Great Allegheny Passage and C&O Canal Towpath
Planning a multi-day adventure on the Great Allegheny Passage (GAP) or/and the C&O Canal Towpath is an exciting endeavor. This journey offers over 330 miles of scenic beauty, historic sites, and varied terrain from Pittsburgh, PA to Washington, D.C. The right bicycle can make or break your experience, so it’s crucial to choose wisely.
About the GAP Trail
The Great Allegheny Passage is a 150-mile non motorized trail that stretches from Cumberland, Maryland to Downtown Pittsburgh. It offers breathtaking views of valleys, rivers, and mountains as it follows old footpaths and railroad corridors. Traversing through various landmarks, including Ohiopyle State Park and the Eastern Continental Divide, the trail provides glimpses into the country’s westward expansion and industrial heritage. When combined with the C&O Canal Towpath, it enables long-distance trail travel between Pittsburgh and Washington, D.C. The trail is known for its stunning views of waterfalls, gorges, and farmland, particularly from iconic points such as Helmstetter’s Curve and the Keystone Viaduct.
About the C&O Canal
The C&O Canal trail is a 184.5-mile dirt and stone path, known as the towpath, that runs along the Chesapeake & Ohio Canal, a National Historic Park, located along the north bank of the Potomac River. Originally built for canal mules to tow boats, the towpath now serves as a popular recreational trail where visitors can walk, run, or bike between Georgetown and Cumberland, MD. Built between 1828 and 1850, the canal operated intermittently until 1924. In 1954, Justice William O. Douglas led an eight-day hike along the canal’s towpath, successfully preventing its conversion into a parkway.
The Big Deal Ride
The Great Allegheny Passage trail is a 164 mile gem that runs from Cumberland and ends at Point state park in Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania. The Big Deal ride take you along some of the best parts of the trail. Our amazing staff will shuttle you and your bicycle from the shop in downtown Cumberland to the trailhead in Deal, PA. From there, it is a 25mile ride back to Cumberland, the best part – It’s all downhill.