Today we will be breaking down the Birmingham, AL biking scene. If you are looking to buy a new bike, for trails to explore, or want to learn about motorcycling in your area everything should be a lot clearer within a few short minutes.
The best bicycle shops will be where we begin since they should help the most of you out. They will be a great place to buy a new pedal or electric bike near you in addition to helmets and other gear.
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The best off-road and paved bike trails in Birmingham will also get a shout out for anyone that wants to go for a ride right now. After all of that is out of the way we will move onto where to buy motorcycles and scooters in addition to some local parts, gear, rental, and repair shops.
Towards the end there will be a map with all of the various places we are mentioning pinned and all of our posts on the Southeast region can be found at that link if you are curious.
Best Bike Shops In Birmingham
You can buy a new bike, get a helmet, or get some repairs at one of these shops near you:
- Redemptive Cycles at 1305 2nd Ave N #101
- Cahaba Cycles at 3179 Cahaba Heights Rd #101
- REI at 335 Summit Blvd
Redemptive Cycles is a bicycle shop that sells new and refurbished bikes, including e-bikes, as well as bike parts and accessories. They also repair and maintain bikes of all makes. Redemptive Cycles is open from 10am to 6pm Tuesday through Friday, and from 10am to 5pm on Saturday.
Cahaba Cycles is a family-owned and operated bicycle shop that sells a wide range of bicycles, apparel, accessories, and components. They also organize Trample, a ride through the city. Cahaba Cycles is open Monday through Friday from 10am to 6pm, and on Saturday from 10am to 5pm.
REI is a full-service bike retailer, carrying a wide range of bike brands, components, and accessories, and their repair shops are staffed by some of the industry’s best-trained professionals. REI is open from 9am to 8pm Monday through Saturday, and from 11am to 6pm on Sunday.
Best Local Bike Trails
Birmingham bike trails are great places to go cycling on a sunny day:
- Black Creek Park’s Rails to Trails
- Red Mountain Park
- Vulcan Walking Trail
- Jemison Park
Black Creek Park’s Rails has mountain bike trails.
Red Mountain Park has a nice MTB trail that is suitable for everyone.
Vulcan Trail is a 1.7-mile out-and-back trail with moderate traffic.
Jemison Park Nature Trail is a paved path trail.
Motorcycle & Repair Shops In Your Area
A motorcycle shop is where to head when you need to buy a new one, are trying to find new parts and gear, or are searching for a high quality mechanic to do repairs:
- Big #1 Motorsports at 505 Cobb St
- Cycle Gear at 1661 Montgomery Hwy
- Helmets at 3625 1st Ave S
Big #1 Motorsports is a full-service shop with service, parts and accessories, finance, and sales departments, as well as a full line of Yamaha, Suzuki, Indian Motorcycle, and other brands. They are open from 9am to 6pm Tuesday through Friday, and from 9am to 4:30pm on Saturday.
Cycle Gear is a retail chain that sells motorcycle parts, clothing, and accessories. Cycle Gear is usually open from 10am to 7pm, but closes at 6pm on Saturday and Sunday.
Helmets Inc. provides a diverse selection of motorcycle helmets, helmet stickers, face masks, goggles, and sunglasses.
If you are interested you can also read about:
- Cycling Near You in Huntsville
- Cycling Near You in Atlanta
- Cycling Near You in Nashville
- Cycling Near You in New Orleans
Have Fun Cycling In Birmingham
We plan to update this post often so check back in the future. Each of those local bike shops, trails, and places to buy motorcycles or mechanics that do repairs near you are ready whenever you need them.
If we happened to post anything that is incorrect or that has become dated or if you want to share any tips or tricks of your own use the comments to let us know. Now go have fun buying a new bike or motorcycle at a shop or cruising around one of the trails in your area.
