Over the next few minutes we will be taking you on a deep dive into everything about biking in Raleigh. Whether you are looking to buy a new bike, for trails to explore, or want info on motorcycling this post should have plenty to help you out.
We will kick this baby off by listing the best bicycle shops in your area because they probably will help more of our readers out than any other section. These stores should sell all kinds of standard pedal and electric bikes in addition to helmets and other gear that you may need.
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You will also learn about the best off-road and paved bike trails in Raleigh if you are just looking for some new scenery to explore. As the post goes on we will pivot more towards motorcycle and scooter stores near you, as well as some local parts, gear, rental, and repair shops.
Towards the end we will have a map so you can figure out which spot is closest to your current location, and you are all welcome to check out more of our blogs about other cities in the region right there if you are interested.
Best Bike Shops In Raleigh
Whether you need to buy a new bike in your area, get a helmet, or need some repairs done one of these stores should be able to help you out:
- Bicycle Chain at 9000 Glenwood Ave
- Cycle Logic at 1211 Hillsborough St
- Oak City Cycling at 707 N Person St
- Durham Cycle at 756 9th St, Durham
- Bullseye Bicycle at 102 Morris St, Durham
- The Cycle Surgeon at 1256 NW Maynard Rd, Cary
Bicycle Chain has a large assortment of bicycles for various persons and purposes. All of their bicycles come with lifetime free maintenance. They also sell high-quality accessories and equipment.
Cycle Logic is Raleigh’s oldest full-service repair shop, selling a wide range of new and used bicycles as well as tools, parts, and accessories.
Oak City Cycling is a locally owned and operated full-service bicycle store that focuses on sales and service outreach. They also sell bicycle accessories and parts.
Durham Cycles is a locally owned and run business in downtown Durham that offers bicycle sales, rentals, and repairs.
Bullseye Cycling is an independently owned bicycle shop that offers a full line of new and used giant bicycles and other brands, as well as a full service shop capable of performing most repairs on all makes and models of bicycles, as well as bicycle rental services.
The Cycle Surgeon is a small, privately owned cycling business that specializes in repairs and fits, as well as selling parts and accessories and limited brands of bicycles.
Best Local Bike Trails
These Raleigh bike trails are great places to go cycling around the region:
- Lake Johnson Park
- Shelley Lake Trail
- Abbotts Creek Trail
- American Tobacco Trail at Durham
- Morris Branch Greenway at Cary
- Loblolly Trail at Cary
- White Oak Creek Greenway Trail at Cary
- Annie Jones Greenway at Cary
Lake Johnson Park features 5.4 miles of paths that around a lake, as well as boat rentals, picnic sites, and fishing.
Shelley Lake Track is 2.1 miles long and includes woodland paths, work-out stations, and a regularly frequented circular trail.
Abbotts Creek Path is a 2.6-mile one-way connector trail in the Raleigh Greenway System with a Blue Heron Habitat.
The American Tobacco Trail is 22.2 miles long and has an asphalt surface.
Morris Branch Greenway at Cary is a 5.8-kilometer circle track ideal for bird watching, road biking, and running.
Loblolly Route is a 4.2-mile-long, highly used circle trail.
The White Oak Creek Greenway Path is a 13.9-mile-long, regularly used circle trail.
The Annie Jones Greenway is 1.2 miles long and has an asphalt and concrete surface.
Motorcycle & Repair Shops Near You
Any of these motorcycle shops should be a good option when you need to buy a new one, are trying to find new parts and gear, or need a mechanic that can do repairs:
- Moto Max at 7001 Old Wake Forest Rd
- Garcia Moto at 8821 Wadford Dr
- Tobacco Road HD at 1126 S Saunders St
- Cycle Gear at 336 Tryon Rd
- Sport Durst Power Sports at 4503 Durham-Chapel Hill Blvd, Durham
Moto Max is North Carolina’s leading pre-owned power sports dealer. They buy and sell motorcycles, UTVs, dirt bikes, and scooters, as well as parts and accessories. They also provide professional installation, maintenance, and repair services for all brands and models of motorbikes and other power sports vehicles.
Garcia Moto is a BMW, Indian, Ducati, and KTM motorcycle dealer. They offer new and used motorcycles, as well as original parts and accessories. They also do all motorcycle maintenance, repairs, and warranty work.
Tobacco Road Harley-Davidson is a renowned distributor of new and used Harley-Davidson motorcycles, parts, and products in the southeast. They also offer high-quality and dependable service to all customers.
Cycle Gear is the country’s largest store of motorcycle clothes, parts, and accessories, catering to all sorts of riders.
Sport Durst Power Sports is a multi-dealer, full-service power sports dealership specialized in new and used power sports vehicles, as well as parts and accessories.
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Have Fun Cycling In Raleigh
Well guys, for now that is all we have to share but check back in the future because we will be updating this blog often. After reading about all of those local bike shops, trails, and places to buy motorcycles or get repairs near you things should be a lot clearer.
Don’t be afraid to use the comments to let us know if we got anything incorrect or to share any tips or tricks you might have on the scene here. Now go have fun buying a new bike or motorcycle at a shop or cruising around one of the trails in your area.
