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Bicycle repair
Drivetrains, brakes, wheels, suspension, noises, and complete rebuilds for nearly every kind of bike.
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Santa Cruz, California
Good hands for your bike. A local guide for the trail.
Bicycle repair, mountain-bike guiding, fix-it clinics, bird walks, and mushroom classes—personally led by Paul Miller.
Most repairs within one day35 years on local trailsAll bike types welcome
Bicycle repair · Mountain-bike guiding · Fix-it clinics · Bird walks · Mushroom classes · Santa Cruz, California
Ways to work with Paul
One workshop.
Five ways to get outside.
Straightforward, practical help—from getting your bike back on the road to finding your way through the redwoods.
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Mountain-bike guiding
A Santa Cruz local with 35 years on the trails, matching the route and pace to your group.
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Fix-it clinics
Hands-on bicycle maintenance clinics that teach you to confidently care for your own bike.
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Bird walks
Private local birding walks built around the habitats and species your group hopes to see.
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Mushroom classes
Rainy-season identification classes with a practical field focus and something to take home for the table.
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Lower overhead. Personal service. Faster turnaround.
The workshop
The kind of service a neighborhood shop should give.
Paul works from his home workshop, where he can keep prices below traditional bike shops and finish most jobs within one day. Mountain, road, gravel, e-bike, hybrid, kids' bikes, tri bikes, and scooters are all welcome.
The same practical approach carries into every clinic and guided outing: meet people where they are, share useful knowledge, and make the experience feel approachable.
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Paul Miller
Mechanic · Guide · Teacher
Meet Paul
A lifelong teacher with the outdoors as his classroom.
Paul grew up in Kansas, studied Biology at the University of Kansas, and moved to California—where the coast, redwoods, Sierras, and mountain biking quickly became home.
After years working at summer and science camps, then 16 years teaching high-school science and advising a bicycling club, he left the classroom to pursue the work he loves: fixing bikes and guiding people through the forest on two feet or two wheels.
Clear pricing
Know the rate before the work begins.
Parts are additional where needed. Contact Paul with your bike or group details for availability.
Bike mechanic services
Basic bike tuneup$100
Full tuneup$200
Full overhaul & rebuild$400–500
Flat fix$20
Chain or cassette install$20
Brake or shifter adjustment$20
Derailleur hanger straightening$25
Brake or shift cable install$25
Brake pad install$20
Hydraulic brake bleed$15 / side
Wheel truing$25–80
Headset adjustment$20
E-bike surcharge$30
Mountain-bike guiding
per person · 3 hours
Bicycle mechanic clinic
per person · 2 hours
Bird guiding
per person · 3 hours
Mushroom class
per person · 3 hours
What clients can expect
Personal, practical, local.
“Paul explained the repair clearly and had my bike ready far sooner than I expected.”
“The guided ride matched our level perfectly—and took us to trails we never would have found.”
“The clinic made bike maintenance feel approachable. I left ready to handle the basics myself.”
Good to know
Common questions.
These are sample answers. Paul can confirm details when you get in touch.
What kinds of bikes do you repair?
Mountain, road, gravel, hybrid, e-bikes, kids' bikes, tri bikes, scooters, and most systems found on them.
How quickly can a repair be finished?
Most jobs can be completed within one day, depending on the repair and parts availability.
Can a guided ride match our skill level?
Yes. Paul chooses local routes around your group's experience, goals, and preferred kind of adventure.
Are clinics and nature outings private?
Paul offers group experiences and can discuss the right format, date, and location directly with you.
Start a conversation
Bring the bike.
Book the trail.
Learn something new.
Tell Paul what needs fixing or what kind of outing you have in mind. He'll help you find the right next step.