Over the next few minutes we will be taking you on a deep dive into everything about biking in Pittsburgh. 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 Pittsburgh 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 Pittsburgh
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:
- Kindred Cycles at 2515 Penn Ave
- Thick Bikes at 62 S 15th
- Iron City Bikes Lawrenceville at 3822 Butler
- Trek Bicycle Pittsburgh Shadyside at 5996 Centre Ave #204
- Biketek Pittsburgh at 5842 Forbes Ave
- REI Bike Shop at 412 S 27th St
- Waxwing Cycles at 101 E Swissvale Ave
- Bicycle Heaven at 1800 Preble Ave
- West Liberty Cycles at 801 Brookline Blvd
- The Wheel Mill Bike Shop at 6815 Hamilton Ave #2
- PRO BIKE+RUN Monroeville at 4201 William Penn Hwy, Monroeville
Kindred Cycles is a full-service cycling shop that sells electric bicycles from well-known industry names.
Thick Bikes is a bike business in Pittsburgh that specializes in new and used bicycle sales, maintenance, and fitting.
Iron City Bikes Lawrenceville sells and services bicycles. They sell quality brand bicycles, gear, parts, and accessories.
Trek Bicycle Pittsburgh Shadyside is your one-stop shop for the newest Trek and Bontrager products, servicing and tune-ups for bikes of all brands, and the ideal spot to be ready for your daily commute.
Biketek Pittsburgh is a bike shop in the Squirrel Hill district of Pittsburgh providing new bicycles and e-bikes, parts and accessories, and clothing, as well as conducting bicycle tune-ups and bicycle maintenance.
REI Bike Shop features a full-service in-store bike shop staffed by skilled technicians who provide a wide range of servicing and repairs. They provide high-quality bicycles, cycling equipment, bike helmets, and cycling apparel for road and mountain bike riders.
Waxwing Cycles stocks a limited number of bicycles, accessories, components and parts, and nutrition’s for retail sale. If they don’t have what you’re searching for, simply ask; they will gladly special order it for you.
Bicycle Heaven is the largest bicycle museum and shop in the world. Under one roof, they sell Bowden Space landers as well as around 6,000 bicycles ranging from antique to modern. They also accept bicycle trade-ins and provide rental and maintenance services.
West Liberty Cycles sells bicycles for on and off-road use, as well as racing, comfort, and all-purpose riding. They include free one-month and one-year tune-ups on all newly acquired multi-gear bikes, as well as a free one-month check-up on all BMX bikes. They also provide a comprehensive range of bicycle services.
The Wheel Mill Bike Shop specializes in mountain, BMX, and commuter bike repairs, servicing, and parts. They have the most extensive inventory of BMX components and whole bicycles, as well as day-to-day bike accessories and products.
PRO BIKE+RUN Monroeville offers a wide range of bicycles and electric bicycles. They also sell top-of-the-line gear. Their skilled bike mechanics can handle everything from a simple tune-up to a thorough overhaul.
Best Local Bike Trails
These Pittsburgh bike trails are great places to go cycling around the region:
- Hazelwood greenway
- North Shore Riverfront Trail
- Great Allegheny Passage
- Three Rivers Heritage trail
- Eliza Furnace Trail
- Etna Riverfront Trail
- Riverview Park Loop Trail
- Nine Mile Run Trail
- Schenley Park Double Loop
The Hazelwood Greenway is a one-mile paved path.
North Shore Riverfront Trail is a 16.3-kilometer paved trail with parks nearby.
The Great Allegheny Passage is a 150-mile paved path intended for advanced cyclists.
The Three Rivers Heritage Trail is 33 miles long and has a paved route.
The Eliza Furnace Trail is 9.2 kilometers long. This paved route is part of the Three Rivers Heritage Trail.
The Etna Riverfront Trail is 24 miles long and links to the Three Rivers Heritage Trail, as well as having a park.
The Riverview Park Loop Trail is 2.7 miles long with an asphalt route.
The Nine Mile Run Track to Firelane Trail Loop is a 2.9 km loop trail ideal for novice cyclists.
Schenley Park Double Loop is a 5-mile asphalt track that is ideal for all levels of cyclists.
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:
- Pittsburgh Cycle Center at 1216 Ensign Ave
- Hometown Scooters at 2947 South Park Rd, Bethel Park
- Three Rivers Harley-Davidson at 1463 Glenn Ave, Glenshaw
Pittsburgh Cycle Center is a motorcycle store with a good reputation for exceptional service, support, and customer satisfaction. They sell new and used motorcycles from major manufacturers, as well as high-quality components, accessories, and clothing.
Hometown Scooters is Bethel Park’s top power sports store. They provide a low-cost power sports option, featuring a whole array of scooters, dirt motorcycles, and other vehicles. They also offer high-quality motorbike maintenance, repair, installation, and rebuilding services for all makes and models.
Three Rivers Harley-Davidson is a 15-minute drive from downtown Pittsburgh. They sell new and used motorcycles, as well as all of the best-selling components, accessories, and clothing. And their maintenance crew is capable of doing any servicing task satisfactorily and effectively.
You may also want to know that we have written about:
- Bike & Motorcycle Shops in Philadelphia
- Bike & Motorcycle Shops in Scranton
- Bike & Motorcycle Shops in Cleveland
- Bike & Motorcycle Shops in Columbus
Have Fun Cycling In Pittsburgh
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.