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The Top 5 Best Boulder, CO Bike Shops

Plus The Best Local Trails, Bikes for Sale, Events & More

#1 - University Bicycles

Since 1985 University Bicycles has been a staple bike and rental shop in Boulder, CO. Offering bikes from leading brands like Specialized and Pivot, University also supports a large rental fleet of e-bikes, MTB, gravel bikes, and more. Located conveniently on west Pearl Street, University is easy to find and full of friendly staff to help you with any bicycle-related need.

Address: 839 Pearl St, Boulder, CO 80302

Phone: (303) 444-4196

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#2 - Sports Garage Cycling

"Our passion is helping every rider discover his or her own cycling adventure. Sports Garage is Boulder’s only full-service, high end bike retailer dedicated to alternative surface cycling. We love chasing premium singletrack, mixing it up in a dirt road group rides, tackling long distance gravel jams, bikepacking, and sharing these experiences with our clients in a meaningful way."

Address: 2705 Spruce St, Boulder, CO 80302

Phone: (303) 473-0033

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#3 - The Fix Bike Shop

"The Fix Bike Shop is locally owned and operated business, in Boulder, Colorado. Our staff is equipped with over 50 combined years of riding experience and can answer any questions about equipment and products, mechanical issues, or where to get the best singletrack in the area. We provide not only our years of riding experience, but we take pride in offering our customers the most sound advice to get the best out of their bikes and equipment."

Address: 3015 Sterling Cir #100, Boulder, CO 80301

Phone: (303) 939-8349

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#4 - Full Cycle Bikes & Multisport

"Full Cycle, Full Service! Bring your bike in for a tune-up to keep it running smooth, schedule a bike fit to get more comfortable on your bike, explore our performance services to ride faster & longer, rent a bike to explore the country’s premier cycling destination, join us for a group ride, or join our bike skills classes to learn from the pros!"

Address: 2355 30th St, Boulder, CO 80301

Phone: (303) 440-1002

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#5 - Boulder Cycle Sport

"We believe the bike is more than a mere material good. A bicycle is a vehicle of personal transformation, allowing its riders blissful exploration of new landscapes, both internal and external. For others, the bike is a simple tool to get around while also reducing fossil fuel consumption and greenhouse emissions.

The inherent magic of the bike is that it can completely challenge your beliefs about what you’re capable of and deepen your connection to your surroundings. Cycling facilitates a sense of clarity and purpose."

Address: 629 S Broadway suite k, Boulder, CO 80305

Phone: (303) 444-2453

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Top 3 Bike Trails In Boulder, CO

Explore Boulder on MTB trails or pathed bike paths!

#1 - Boulder Creek Path

"The Boulder Creek path is popular, 5.5-mile multi-use path that extends to Boulder Canyon on the west end and Stazio Ballfields on the east end (just past 55th Street). It runs through downtown and by many attractions, including the Main Library, Civic Area Park and Boulder Dushanbe Teahouse."

How to get there: This trail runs through all of Boulder making access easy. Start right by the Boulder public library and take it almost up the full Boulder Canyon to Nederland!

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#2 - Doudy Draw Trail System

Overview: The trail is a smooth gravel at first as you start out from the large trailhead. After a short warmup on a gentle climb, you'll reach the Community Ditch (irrigation canal). You could take the Community Ditch trail to the left to get to Rte. 93 and the eastern trail system, but Doudy Draw continues across the bridge.

How to get there: There are multiple access points along the trail. A good starting point is at the Marshall Mesa trailhead in South Boulder.

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#3 -Walker Ranch

"Walker Ranch is one of the rides that every Boulder-based mountain biker has ridden. It's a great ride for someone visiting, offering fun singletrack and great scenery. And it's located up Flagstaff road, which is worth the drive on its own!

This is a fairly challenging ride despite its somewhat short distance. There's a mix of fast flowy singletrack, technical rocky sections, and even a somewhat difficult hike-a-bike down steep steps to a creek."

How to get there: The Walker Ranch trailhead is located next to Gross Reservoir, up Flagstaff road.

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Local Boulder, CO Bike Events & Races 2024

Push your limit or ride with a group at these Boulder, CO bike events.

#1 - Buffalo Bicycle Classic

Date: September 8, 2024

"Join us for the Elevations Credit Union Buffalo Bicycle Classic on Sunday, September 8, 2024. Colorado's largest scholarship fundraising ride is coming to CU Boulder, and virtually all around the world! Don't miss the opportunity to bike up Boulder Canyon when it's closed to vehicles."

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#2 - Boulder Roubaix

Date: April, 6, 2024

"Call it a Road Race, a Gravel Race or a Mixed-Surface Race.....It's the highlight of the Colorado bicycle racing season and it's back in 2024.

Over one thousand athletes from 15 states and multiple nations will converge on Saturday, April 6 for the Boulder Roubaix Road Race powered by Wholesome, Colorado's oldest one-day bike race. The Boulder Roubaix features hilly gravel roads and fast smooth pavement on a 18.7-mile circuit just north of the cycling mecca Boulder Colorado."

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#3 - Denver Century Ride

Date: September 28, 2024

"Discover Denver by bike and let the good times roll! At the Coldwell Banker Denver Century Ride, we believe that cycling is not just a sport, but a healthy and environmentally-friendly way of life. Discover the joy of biking across Denver safely within a fun & enjoyable experience. The Denver Century Ride explores the diverse neighborhood streets, parks, bike lanes and trails of Metro Denver while supporting cycling advocacy through our principle ride beneficiary Bicycle Colorado."

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Boulder, CO Bike Safety & Regulations

Stay up to date on Boulder bike laws and riding tips.

Multi-Use Paths:

- Multi-use paths have a 15 mph speed limit for bikes (including e-bikes), unless noted otherwise.

- E-bikes are prohibited on some multi-use paths.

Specific Laws and Safety Tips:

- It’s illegal for bicyclists to wear headphones or earbuds while riding.

- Keep right, pass left, and give an audible alert before passing.

- Always ride with the flow of traffic.

- Cyclists should use audible signals when overtaking pedestrians on sidewalks​​.

Open Space Trails:

- Yield the right-of-way to all other trail users and bicyclists traveling uphill.

- Pass with care and alert others in advance of your approach.

- Control your speed at all times. Safe speeds vary with trail conditions and the business of the trail.

- Practice minimum impact bicycling: avoid muddy trails, skidding, hard braking and shortcutting. Riding on wet or muddy trails causes serious trail erosion and may result in a temporary trail closure.

Seasonal Tips:

Spring/Summer:

Spring and Summer: Boulder's spring and summer provide great weather for biking, but it can get hot! Ensure you stay hydrated, wear sunscreen, and possibly plan your rides during cooler parts of the day like early mornings or late afternoons.

Boulder has a range of parks and greenways ideal for cycling, such as the Boulder Creek Bike Path, offering a shaded path along the Boulder Creek. Renting bikes from shops like University Bicycles can give you a comfortable and enjoyable experience exploring these trails​​​​.

Fall:

The fall in Boulder can be perfect for biking with its mild weather and beautiful autumn foliage. It's a great time to explore the city's greenways or the nearby canyon for scenic rides. Layered clothing can be beneficial as temperatures may vary throughout the day.

Winter:

Boulder's winters can still present some chilly/snowy days. If you're cycling during winter, dress in warm, layered clothing to adjust easily as you ride. Despite colder temps, the city's enthusiasm for outdoor activities doesn't wane, and you can still enjoy many clear, crisp days for cycling​​.

Use a headlight and taillight: The days are shorter in the winter, so it's important to use headlights and taillights to make yourself visible to motorists and other cyclists.

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