How far in advance should I ship my bike?

Allow at least one week before your departure for shipping and assembly; this gives time for arrival, inspection, and minor tuning.

Is shipping included in the price?

No. Shipping is separate; the operator recommends BikeFlights or a similar carrier for reliable transport.

Do you assemble e-bikes?

Basic assembly can be done, but you must notify the operator in advance due to battery handling rules and potential special procedures.

Can you perform full repairs or upgrades?

Yes—wheel truing, re-cabling, spoke replacement, and other deeper services are available for an extra fee; contact ahead for parts and timing.

What happens after my trip?

You can purchase disassembly and professional packing for return shipping; these are sold as intake or return services—buy both if you want pre- and post-trip handling.

Where is pickup/drop-off?

The meeting address for intake and return is 11863 MO-94, Marthasville, MO 63357; technicians will confirm pickup instructions when your bike arrives.

Ship and Assemble Your Bike for an Effortless KATY Trail Start | Bike Tour | Bike Rental

Bike Assembly / Shipping at 11863 MO-94, Marthasville, MO 63357 turns travel logistics into a quiet advantage for cyclists planning a KATY Trail adventure. Ship your bike ahead and let local technicians assemble, tune, and hand you a ride that’s trail-ready the moment you arrive. This service is ideal for riders flying into regional airports or driving from out of state who want to avoid the fuss of packing and rebuilding a bike at the trailhead. The KATY Trail follows an old railbed across Missouri’s river corridor, where broad floodplain meadows meet limestone bluffs and rows of riverfront vineyards around Augusta. That mix—open prairie, riparian cottonwoods, and the occasional oak-hickory stand—creates easy grades and steady surfaces ideal for gravel and touring bikes. Having a professionally assembled bike means you spend your first morning on the trail taking in the landscape, not tightening bolts. Practical details are straightforward: allow one week before departure for shipping and scheduling. Price does not include shipping; the operator recommends using BikeFlights or a similar carrier to move your wheels safely. Services include intake, assembly and minor adjustments to make your bike ‘Trail Worthy,’ or the reverse: disassembly, professional packing, and return shipping. More intensive repairs—wheel truing, full re-cabling, spoke replacement—are available for an extra fee. If you need both pre- and post-trip handling, purchase the intake and return options. Why this matters locally: Augusta and Marthasville sit at the eastern end of the KATY’s long rural ribbon, a region where short winery detours, historic Main Streets, and accessible trailheads meet dependable trail surface. Local bike techs understand the route’s common needs—cassette choices for long flats, tire pressures for gravel and paved sections, and quick brake checks after transport—so your ride fits the trail rather than the other way around. Expect courteous service and clear pickup instructions; the meeting address is 11863 MO-94, Marthasville, MO 63357. Book a week in advance, declare any special requirements, and note that shipping timelines are separate from the assembly window. For travelers who prize time on the trail over time in the workshop, pre-shipping and assembly is one of the smartest moves you can make on the KATY. Plan to label your bike case and include a contact phone number on all packing materials; technicians appreciate clear identification and will confirm arrival and completion via the contact you provide and estimated timing. If you expect heavy service—new chain, bottom bracket work, or wheel rebuild—contact the operator ahead to confirm parts availability and turnaround time. Riders carrying e-bikes should verify battery transport rules with their airline and the shop, since battery handling requires advance notice. Ultimately, pre-trip assembly returns hours of riding pleasure and eliminates travel unknowns from your KATY itinerary.