Shop recommendations in Maryland

[7rider]

Hey there stranger!!

Sorry to hear about your break-in. That majorly sucks. I hope nothing else was stolen, but I'm sure your sense of security is rattled.
This shop did a lot at a 'cross race I was at recently and likely stocks 'cross bikes you'd be interested in: http://familybikeshop.com/
They're in Crofton, pretty far afield for you, but you seem to relish the day trips! These guys seemed pretty cool.
My LBS doesn't generally stock 'cross, as he finds he can't sell them in his locale (the fact that I just ordered one from him notwithstanding).

These guys sponsored my first race in Hyattsville. They may also be worth checking out: http://arrowbicycle.com/

Good luck. Hoping you find a great bike and great peace.

[ny biker]

I don't know any shops to recommend , just wanted to say hi and sorry about the break-in!!

[Kalidurga]

^^ Thanks

Thanks for the tips, 7. Like you said, Crofton's not too far for a day-trip so I'll keep 'em in mind.

I think the thief/thieves had seen my bike through the window of my apartment and that it was their target. They broke in through the bedroom window and snagged the bike, my cordless drill, and my point'n'shoot camera from the living room. Either before or after hitting the living room, they wiped out almost all of my jewelry, which was on top of my dresser and in the closet. Considering that I wear pretty much nothing but silver jewelry, the bike was definitely the single most valuable thing they took. I think the new one's gonna end up residing in my bedroom, where the curtains are kept closed all day.