Over the next few minutes we will be taking you on a deep dive into everything about biking in Oakland. 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.
You will also learn about the best off-road and paved bike trails in Oakland 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 Pacific Northwest right there if you are interested.
Best Bike Shops In Oakland
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:
Rhythm Bikes is a one-stop bike shop specializing in mountain bikes and repairs. They sell everything from children’s bikes to full-custom carbon road and mountain bikes, as well as cycling gear and services.
Tip Top Bike Shop carries everything you need for your bicycle, as well as providing bicycle repair services and selling bicycle accessories. They carry all of the best brands and have reasonable prices.
Cycle Sports is a full-service bicycle shop that sells and services bicycles. Bicycle brands carried: Trek, Specialized, Santa Cruz, Revel, No22, Moots, Independent Fabrications, and Parlee, plus tons of parts, accessories, tires, tubes, cycling shoes, clothing and much more.
Cycle City Alameda sells wide range of bicycles, and accessories. They also accept bicycle trade-ins and provide service and repairs.
Trek Bicycle Berkeley Downtown is the East Bay’s best bike shop, selling the newest Trek and Bontrager models, as well as parts, accessories, and apparel, together with repair and tune-ups for bicycles of all brands.
Berkeley Cycle Works carries products from the world’s greatest bicycle brands, as well as riding clothes, accessories, and bike components. They employ professionally trained technicians to perform maintenance and repairs.
Best Local Bike Trails
These Oakland bike trails are great places to go cycling around the region:
Lake Merritt
Bay Bridge Trail
Montclair Railroad Trail: Shepherd Canyon
Arrowhead Marsh Trail
Mountain View Cemetery Walk
Anthony Chabot Regional Park Cycle Loop
SF Bay Trail: West Oakland BART to Coliseum BART
Lake Merritt is a 3.2-miles, extensively used circle.
The Bay Bridge Trail is a 5.6-miles out-and-back trail with heavy traffic.
Montclair Railroad Trail: Shepherd Canyon is a 3.1-miles out-and-back route with moderate usage.
Arrowhead Marsh Trail is 3.7 miles long and ideal for beginning cyclists.
Mountain View Cemetery Walk is a 1.8 miles sparsely traveled circle route.
Anthony Chabot Regional Park Cycle Loop is a 28.3 miles and contains a paved track inside a park.
The SF Bay Trail connects West Oakland BART to Coliseum BART and is 9.4 miles long and lightly used.
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:
Rockridge Two Wheels is providing Piaggio, Aprilia, Royal Enfield, and KYMCO scooter and motorcycles sales and servicing to the east bay. They offer new and old scooters and motorbikes.
Oakland Harley-Davidson is a full-service authorized Harley-Davidson motorcycle dealership stocking a large selection of new and pre-owned motorcycles for sale with full financing options available. They service, repair, and customize motorcycles. They also provide a comprehensive range of components, accessories, riding gear and apparel.
Berkeley Honda Yamaha sells a comprehensive range of new and used Honda and Yamaha motorcycles, as well as parts, clothing, and accessories. They also provide the highest degree of quality craftsmanship and customer service to assist you maintain your motorcycle and assure years of maximum performance.
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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.
