Two cyclists riding mountain bikes along a gravel forest trail

Sales · Repairs · Rentals · Elora, ON

Ride out the door, not to the shop next door.

Trailhead keeps your bike running right, rents you a good one if you don't have your own, and can point you at the exact trail worth riding this weekend.

13 years fixing bikes on Metcalfe St

Repairs & tune-ups

Three levels, no surprise add-ons

Every tune-up includes a plain-language rundown of what your bike actually needs before we touch it.

Basic Tune-Up

$65
  • Brake & gear adjustment
  • Chain lube & inspection
  • Tire pressure & wear check
  • General safety check
Book Basic

Full Overhaul

$220
  • Everything in Standard
  • Headset & bottom bracket service
  • Full drivetrain rebuild
  • Free 30-day follow-up adjustment
Book Overhaul

Don't own a bike?

Rent one for the day, or the week

Helmet and lock included with every rental. Pickup and return at the Metcalfe St shop.

Hybrid / City Bike$35/day · $150/wk
Mountain Bike$45/day · $190/wk
Kids' Bike$20/day · $80/wk
Electric-Assist Bike$65/day · $280/wk

Where to ride

Three routes we send people on

Ask at the counter for the current trail conditions - they change fast after rain.

Elora Cataract Trailway

Flat, wide, and mostly gravel. The one we send beginners and families on first.

47 km Easy Rail-trail

Cataract Gorge Loop

Tight singletrack along the gorge edge. Front suspension recommended, not required.

12 km Intermediate Singletrack

Grand River Valley Route

Road and gravel mixed, rolling hills the whole way. Bring more water than you think.

28 km Moderate Road/Gravel
Mechanic working on a bicycle wheel in the repair shop

Meet the mechanic

Elena Vasquez, owner & head mechanic

Elena opened Trailhead in 2013 after ten years wrenching at shops in Toronto and Guelph, because Elora didn't have anywhere to get a bike fixed same-day.

She still does most of the repairs herself, leads the Saturday group ride rain or shine, and can tell you which of the three trail routes suits your knees before you even ask.

What riders say

87 reviews, 4.9 average

“Elena found a crack in my frame I never would've noticed. Saved me from a bad ride.”
Tom H.
“Rented e-bikes for the whole family, no hassle at all.”
The Okonkwo Family
“Same-day flat repair on a Saturday. Lifesavers.”
Brianne K.
“Best tune-up my old Trek has ever gotten.”
Sam D.
“The Saturday group ride is the best free thing in Elora.”
Colin P.

Questions

Frequently asked

Do I need to book a repair in advance?
Walk-ins are welcome for quick fixes like flats or brake adjustments. Full tune-ups get booked ahead during peak season (May through September).
Do rental prices include a helmet?
Yes, a helmet and lock come with every rental at no extra charge.
Can I return a rental somewhere else?
Not currently - pickup and return both happen at the Metcalfe St shop.
Do you buy used bikes?
Yes, Elena evaluates trade-ins case by case. Bring it in and she'll take a look, usually while you wait.
What's the best trail for a beginner?
The Elora Cataract Trailway - flat, wide, and mostly gravel, with an easy turnaround point at any distance.
Do you run group rides?
Every Saturday morning, 8:30am, meeting at the shop. Free, all paces welcome, rain or shine.

Get in touch

Book a repair or ask a question

Elena or the shop will follow up within a day, usually sooner.

145 Metcalfe StElora, ON N0B 1S0
(519) 555-0138Call or text
Tue–Fri 9–6, Sat 9–5Sun 10–3, closed Monday

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