This is a new business at the same location as a previous one (Seascape Kayak and Bike). Before…read moreour visit we had read a story online about the woman who owned Seascape and a couple of years ago had to close it. Luckily, a young lady who worked for the previous owner recently re-opened for business. Her name is Skye and she (and her dog Rosie) are running the place with the help of her father (who we met while Skye was out on a kayak tour). She is very energetic and knowledgeable about the area. The shop is located right outside of Acadia National Park on the Schoodic peninsula side. There is great biking on the peninsula with plenty to see along the way - much less crowded than the main part of the park and just as beautiful.

We had a beautiful e bike ride along Scoodic Peninsula. The bikes were great and easy to use. We…read morehad taken the ferry over from bar harbor and walked the 15 minutes to the shop instead of taking the free shuttle. The bikes are not delivered to the ferry but that was not a problem. The bike route is full of incredible views. We stopped frequently to take pictures. There was not much traffic. If you take the bike path across the peninsula, be aware that it is a heavy gravel path with some steep winding curves and downhills. Even as experienced cyclists, we decided to walk that part. There are 2 restaurants on the loop but unfortunately both were closed on Mondays. However we found another restaurant once we returned the bikes. It was a great day.

We had a group of seven riders to go ride the Carriage Roads at Acadia National Park. Two of us…read morehad our own gravel bikes and the five others needed to rent gravel bikes. Because I was the organizer of the ride, I insisted (pestered) them to reserve their bikes online, which they did. We arrived the morning of the ride and there were several staff members outside ready to help renters. They were friendly and quickly set up my buddies on their bikes. I should mention that they rent Cervelo Asperos (my bike too) and Trek Checkpoints - both really good gravel bikes and perfect for the Carriage Roads (frankly, a bit better than needed on those tame roads). With everyone set up, we started off. This is where the shop shined. For whatever reason, my derailleurs were not working, and I had just charged them up a couple of days ago. Even though I was riding my own bike, I went back to the shop and asked if they could give me a quick charge-up. One of the mechanics (Shawn) instead, put the bike on the stand and started fiddling around with it. Meanwhile, the shop owner took me around the shop and showed me his collection of Cervelo bikes (awesome! He also does Ironman Triathalons). Meanwhile, Shawn figured out that a wire had worked loose while I was bringing my bike up to Acadia. He saved the day (I do NOT want to ride the Carriage Roads on one gear). No charge, and we were on our way. Generally great folks at the bike shop, and they rent real gravel bikes that you can ride with verve. I can't recommend this shop enough.

Chaotic from start to finish…read more The rental process alone should have been our warning sign. Their online cutoff is 2pm the day before, which means you have to call-fine, except the woman who answered never called us back. We had to chase her down twice just to confirm a reservation. We arrived at 12:50 for a 1pm pickup and stood there watching the one staff member slowly process an entire family who was renting bikes for the next day on our time. The guy who eventually got us our bikes moved like he was underwater. Directions? He handed us a map that would challenge a cartographer and told us to "turn at the thing that blinks." That was the landmark. The blinking thing. We missed a turn. My husband's bike was mechanically broken. He came back with mud splattered across his backpack, shorts, and hair. And the e-bikes if you've rented an e-bike anywhere else in your life, do not expect that here. These things have less power than a child's ride-on toy. I'm not exaggerating. There is no assist. There is no joy. Unprofessional, disorganized, and a complete waste of a half day in a place where you have limited time and actually want to have fun. Skip it.

They are super nice and great service!! I ask for some…read moresuggestions even for a couple hours ride and they nail it!

They cancelled our kayak tour after we arrived. We paid the $20 ($4/hr) to park for the length…read morekayak tour that they didn't reimburse. They cancelled for high wind and the listed wind was 12 mph and we did Cadillac earlier and is wasn't super windy there. If you are going to cancel at least do it several hours in advance.

We started off with Leticia, the bike shop manager, helping us with multiple options to consider…read morefor a group ride with our group of five. We had kids and the carriage trails in Acadia have some hills. She accommodated all our needs, including adding bike baskets that we could take our lunch. We loved that the town wasn't crowded. I was able to ride my bike to the Brown Mountain parking for the bottom of the carriage trails just a mile or so away. Riding to it wasn't bad, but you have to share the road with drivers and you'll one hill to get there. Most people on the trail do e-bikes, but I did a regular bike that had great shocks. We had tag-along bikes for the kids on the e-bikes and that worked great for the four of them. Since I ride all the time, I was able to keep up with them (or the other way around), the whole time. Start or finish your ride with a cold brew coffee and a treat at Ardie's just around the corner. Thanks Island Bike!

Leticia was very helpful with bikes baskets instructions delivery and directions! Highly recommend…read moreisland bikes!!

My friend and I were staying in Seal Harbor very close to the Acadia Outdoor Center. We both loved…read moreeverything about this place - the employees were wonderful, the merchandise was whimsical and fun, and the gelato and blueberry muffins (and coffee!) were beyond delicious. We agreed this was our favorite place to shop on our trip (not cookie cutter goods) - don't miss it!

The staff at Acadia Outdoor Center are super friendly and knowledgeable about things to do in the…read morearea. The items in the gift shop are curated with good taste and an eye to local creators, and the Pug Nuts ice cream and gelato flavors are soooo tasty! This shop is a great resource for visitors to Acadia National Park, and anyone else who happens by!

We rented 2 e-bikes Saturday July 29 every thing we needed they provided maps of area suggestions…read moreof trails best suited for a pleasure ride we ate lunch at grab and go rode back the whole thing was a success would highly recommended

They made it easy for someone who has never ridden an electric bike. We took our bikes out over 30…read moremiles and had a beautiful day exploring parts of the park we would not have been able to see otherwise. There was a minor issue with one of our bikes, but they were able to resolve this over the phone quickly. Highly recommended.

Unforgettable way to explore Acadia--Thomas made it magical ‍…read more This electric bike tour was hands-down one of the best decisions we made during our trip. Acadia is full of hills, and having an e-bike made the ride smooth, fun, and totally doable--even for those of us who aren't seasoned cyclists. Add in a guide like Thomas, and it's worth every penny. Thomas has a beautiful spirit and a deep love for the park. He didn't just lead us--he invited us to see Acadia through his eyes. We visited serene lakes, winding streams, and hidden gems we never would've found on our own. He kept us safe, informed, and inspired the whole way. If you want to experience the magic of Acadia without the strain, this tour is the way to go.

This was the best way for us 60 something's to explore the park. Thomas was so fun and…read moreinformative. You can see and feel his love for the park and environment. We felt so lucky to have him as our guide. Highly recommend this adventure!

If you are looking to explore the carriage trails of Acadia National Park, renting from MDI Bike is…read morean absolute must. My fiancée and I had an incredible time, and a huge part of that was thanks to the owner, Patrick. He is incredibly friendly, knowledgeable, and genuinely cares about your experience. Before we set off, Patrick took the time to make personal adjustments to our e-bikes and ensured we knew exactly how to operate them correctly and safely. He even provided a fantastic map highlighting the best trails and landmarks to hit during our ride. The e-bikes themselves are top-notch and made tackling the park's hills immensely easier. They come fully equipped with a helmet, a lock, and a highly convenient small pack to carry your belongings. The pack even has a designated spot for a water bottle--which you should definitely bring for the long, scenic ride! Returning the bikes was completely hassle-free. I would highly recommend MDI Bike to anyone interested in an interactive, breathtaking way to see the park. Thank you, Patrick, for making our trip so memorable

MDI e-bikes is the way to go. Stress free delivery, everything you need is included and the bikes…read moreare state of the art. Patrick was great. He suggested a route that matched what we wanted to see & do and is easy to work with. He knows his stuff. Note: He is mobile which is great for pick up and delivery (visitor center).

This place was super easy to work with. It's the only place that rents ebikes for kids. Izz and…read morePiper took great care of us. The bikes were in great shape and a ton of fun.