Hello and thanks for checking out our post that will discuss everything we know about biking in San Diego. If you are looking to buy a new bike, for trails to explore, or want to learn about motorcycling in your area this blog should give you a clearer understanding of what is available.
The best bicycle shops near you will get us going because they should help more of you out than any other topic we are getting into. These stores should sell all kinds of standard pedal and electric bikes in addition to helmets and other gear that you may be after.
The best off-road and paved bike trails in San Diego will also get a mention for anyone who is ready to get some exercise right now. As things move forward we will pivot more towards where to buy motorcycles and scooters as well as some local parts, gear, rental, and repair shops.
Expect to find a map for the area that can help you figure out which spot is closest to your current location, and anyone is interested can look through all of our posts on the Southwest right there.
Best Bike Shops In San Diego
If you want to buy a new bike near you, get a helmet, or need some repairs done one of these stores should be able to handle any of the above:
San Diego Bike Shop provides a variety of services and products, such as bicycle and E-bike sales, repairs, and much more.
Adams Avenue Bicycles is a sports goods business that sells bikes, clothing, and accessories, as well as comprehensive repair and maintenance services.
Moment Bicycles is a retailer that sells triathlon and road bikes, as well as components, accessories, and full-service installations.
Cal Coast Bicycles is a bike business that specializes in high-end models in most categories and offers demo mountain-bike rentals.
Bicycle Warehouse Chula Vista is a cycling business that carries a variety of models, including mountain bikes, street rides, and e-bikes, as well as gear and accessories.
Pulse Endurance Sports is a small family-owned business that specializes in mid- to high-end bicycles and provides a comprehensive bike service station for all repairs, rentals, and bike fitting.
Alan’s Bike Shop sells a large range of bikes, including e-bikes, and provides comprehensive bike servicing.
Omega Bicycle Shop is a family-run business that sells a wide range of bicycles and provides comprehensive bike services as well as excellent customer service.
Centre City Cycles sells road, mountain, tri, and e-bikes, as well as cycling parts and services.
BikeBling features over 400 custom-built bikes, including e-bikes, as well as a vast assortment of clothes, helmets, and shoes, as well as skilled services.
Inky’s Bicycle Co sells a wide range of bicycles, including e-bikes, and also parts and accessories, as well as bicycle servicing and maintenance.
Chainline Bikes specializes on high-end mountain bikes, road bikes, parts, accessories, and gear, as well as custom builds.
Canyon Bicycles USA is a small family-owned company that sells the most recent road, mountain, triathlon, and electric bikes.
Happy Ebikes Carlsbad provides electric bike sales, servicing, and rental.
Best Local Bike Trails
These San Diego bike trails are great places to go cycling around the region:
Mission Trails Regional Park
Black Mountain Open Space Park
Lower Otay Reservoir Bike Trail Trailhead in Chula Vista
Otay Lakes County Park Trail in Chula Vista
San Luis Rey River Trail in Oceanside
Calavera Trail in Oceanside
Daley Ranch Trail in Escondido
North Shore Lake Hodges Trailhead in Escondido
Valleyview Truck Trailhead in El Cajon
Sweetwater River Trail in El Cajon
Lake Calavera Trail Head in Carlsbad
Lagoon Trail At Pelican Road in Carlsbad
Mission Trails Regional Park, with over 8,000 acres and 65 miles of trails, is one of the country’s largest urban parks.
Black Mountain Open Space Park is a 2.5 mile loop track that offers both quiet and beautiful views. It is accessible from the parking lot off Black Mountain Road.
Lower Otay Reservoir Bike Trail Trailhead is a 4.3-mile loop trail.
Otay Lakes County Park has miles of hiking, bicycling, and equestrian routes for the adventurous.
The San Luis Rey River Route is a 10.7-mile one-way trail that connects the coastline Neptune access to North Santa Fe Avenue.
Calavera Trail is a 5-6 mile, 2-3 hour trek with some hills at a picturesque local preserve.
Daley Ranch is a conservation area with over 20 miles of hiking, bicycling, and equestrian riding paths, as well as scenic views.
North Shore Lake Hodges Trailhead provides a variety of outdoor activities, including hiking and mountain biking.
Valleyview Truck Trailhead is a moderately difficult route with a 5.3-mile loop path.
Sweetwater River Trail is a 1.5-mile hiking and bike trail in the San Diego National Wildlife Refuge that crosses bridges and scrubby terrain.
The Lake Calavera Trail Head features a 4.8-mile biking trail that can be simple or moderate.
Lagoon Track At Pelican Road is a 3.4-mile cycling trail that is typically considered an easy route.
Motorcycle & Repair Shops In Your Area
Visit a motorcycle shop 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:
Motozone is a family-owned motorcycle business that sells excellent pre-owned motorcycles, new scooters and e-bikes, as well as a big assortment of parts and accessories. MOTOZONE is open from 10am to 6pm Tuesday through Saturday.
San Diego Harley-Davidson sells a famed brand of American bikes, as well as clothes and other accessories. They are open from 9am to 7pm Monday through Saturday, and from 10am to 6pm on Sunday.
The BMW Motorcycles of Escondido Parts Department stocks a wide range of genuine BMW accessories and motorcycle spare parts. They are open from 9am to 6pm Tuesday through Friday, and on Saturday from 9am to 5pm.
El Cajon Harley-Davidson sells the iconic brand of American bikes, as well as gear and accessories, as well as the finest quality of service and the widest assortment of pre-owned H-D items. El Cajon Harley-Davidson is open on Monday through Saturday from 9am to 6pm.
That is all we have for now but we plan to update this often. All of those local bike shops, trails, and places to buy motorcycles or get repairs done near you are ready whenever you need them.
Feel free to use the comments to let us know if we got anything incorrect or to share any tips or tricks you might have on what is available in the region. Now go have fun buying a new bike or motorcycle at a shop or cruising around one of the trails in your area.
