Business Details
49 Years
experience
Your Premier Bike Shop & Cycle Tour Provider in Prince Edward Island
Founded in 1977, Mac Queen's Bike Shop & Tours Bike Shop & Mac Queen's Bike Shop & Tours Island Tours is a family-operated business rooted in Prince Edward Island, Canada. As the island's longest-running bicycle specialty store, we provide comprehensive services including bike sales, professional repairs, rentals, and guided tours. Our expertise extends to organizing supported independent cycle tours across PEI during summer and guided group cycling adventures in Cuba during winter under the WoWCuba brand. With decades of experience, we have earned recognition in prominent publications such as the New York Times and Bicycling Magazine.Our commitment to sustainability and community support is evident through our partnerships with local charities and initiatives. We pride ourselves on delivering high-quality equipment, personalized service, and immersive travel experiences tailored to cyclists of all levels. Our team, led by seasoned professionals like Danny MacQueen and Mirley Ferro Parra, ensures every customer receives expert guidance and exceptional care. Whether you're exploring PEI's Confederation Trail or Cuba's vibrant landscapes, we strive to make your cycling journey unforgettable.
Services
Bike Rentals
Sales & Repairs
Confederation Trail Shuttle
Cycle Tours
Cuba Guided Tours
Details
- Year established: 1977
Highlights and features
- We have over 40 years of experience in bicycle sales and repairs.
- Our family-operated business offers personalized service and expert guidance.
- We provide unique cycling tours in both Prince Edward Island and Cuba.
- Our rental fleet includes high-quality bikes maintained by professional mechanics.
- We offer supported independent tours with digital routes and luggage transfers.
Associations and certifications
- Certified Sustainable Business
Services
Bike Rentals
Mac Queen's Bike Shop & Tours Bike Shop & Mac Queen's Bike Shop & Tours Island Tours offers a high-quality rental fleet including deluxe hybrids, e-assist bikes, road bikes, tandems, youth bikes, and accessories. All rentals receive professional maintenance after each use. Short-term luggage storage is available for rental clients.
Cycle Tours
Self-guided and supported independent cycle tours provide flexible itineraries for all skill levels. Tours include accommodation bookings, digital routes, meal suggestions, and optional luggage transfers. Emergency Road Repair Insurance is included for rental equipment.
Sales & Repairs
As PEI's longest-running bicycle specialty store, we offer sales of new bikes, parts, and accessories. Professional repair services are available on a first-come basis with quick turnaround times for all service jobs.
Confederation Trail Shuttle
Shuttle services transport cyclists and luggage between key points on the Confederation Trail and Island Walk routes. Available for both morning and afternoon departures with flexible scheduling options.
Cuba Guided Tours
Winter cycling adventures in Cuba feature guided group tours with expert local leaders. Tours combine cultural immersion with cycling through diverse landscapes, including hiking, diving, and kayaking extensions for comprehensive island exploration.
People
Danny MacQueen
Owner & Tour Leader
Danny MacQueen, owner and lead mechanic, has over 25 years of experience in bicycle maintenance and tour leadership. He guides Cuba tours during winter and manages daily operations in PEI.
Mirley Ferro Parra
Operations Manager
Mirley Ferro Parra, former member of Cuba's national women's cycling team, oversees bike shop operations and rental reservations. She coordinates shuttle logistics for tour programs with extensive cycling competition experience.
Kristen MacQueen
Administrative Coordinator
Kristen MacQueen assists with business operations and tour administration. She divides her time between Havana and Charlottetown, providing seasonal support during peak cycling months with family business expertise.
Questions
What bike rental options are available?
We offer deluxe hybrids, e-assist bikes, road bikes, tandems, youth bikes, and accessories. All rentals receive professional maintenance after each use.
Do you provide guided cycling tours in PEI?
We offer self-guided tours with digital routes and optional luggage transfers. Emergency Road Repair Insurance is included for rental equipment during supported independent tours.
Are payments required upfront for tour bookings?
Tours require a 50% deposit for bookings under 5 nights or a $500 CAD nonrefundable deposit per person for longer tours.
What happens if I need to cancel my tour?
Deposits are nonrefundable. Full payment forfeiture occurs with cancellations received less than 30 days prior to tour start dates.
Do you offer cycling tours outside of Canada?
Yes, we organize guided group cycling adventures in Cuba during winter months under our WoWCuba brand with additional outdoor activity options.
What payment methods do you accept?
We accept Visa and MasterCard processed in Canadian dollars for all services through our PEI office.