Top five bicycle shops in South Florida

For many visitors, especially the snowbirds swarming to Florida to escape the brutal winter months back home, cycling is a less expensive way to travel once they arrive. Immigrants may only have bikes as an option.

Getting around in Miami can be challenging. People are looking for alternatives to cars and public transit. The most populous county in the state, Miami-Dade, is becoming increasingly bike-friendly and other communities are following. 

Here is our selection of the best bicycle shops to embark on your adventures.

Even if you think you have everything you need, this shop has something you’ll want. From high-end bikes to racing goo to give you energy, City Bikes has it all.

For the little ones, City Bikes has you covered. There are helmets and pads to save juniors from themselves. The shop sells apparel and educates parents on how to have fun while staying safe. They’re open Monday through Saturday from 10 a.m. to 7 p.m. 

Hidden near the helmet shelf is a small room dedicated to bike fitting. There you can interact with a specialist to address your specific needs. The prices for bikes range from $250 to $12,000, but you might be able to strike a deal.

A family-owned and operated business, this shop is the right place to go if you’re a beginner looking for advice on getting started. The team is welcoming and ready to assist customers with questions. They have your back with all the essentials, from helmets to lights to padlocks. 

Some of their best-selling products are e-bikes, including Heybikes, Eastern Bikes and Freegos. For now, the shop is offering two e-bikes for $1,800. 

If you live far away, don’t worry: You can get your bike assembled and delivered for free. The shop is open Tuesday through Sunday.

Any style of bike you desire is available at JB. By the wall, you can look for electric, generic and mountain bikes that best suit your preference. Regular models cost $4,000 and off-road ones go for $2,500. The store is open from 10 a.m. to 7 p.m. every day except Sundays. 

The staff at JB is attentive to all your needs. After hearing detailed explanations of every item at the shop, you will walk out a cycle master. 

Hollywood Bicycle Shop is near the beach, so prepare to show off your new two-wheeler as you ride through the palm-lined boardwalk. There’s no better place to go if you need a bike to use right away. 

Like most shops, it’s bustling on weekends. Many tourists visit Hollywood Beach and getting a new bike, especially one that’s conveniently foldable, is a great addition to a vacation.

It’s a hot spot to find deals on electric and regular bikes. The prices are $300 and up depending on which model you’re buying. They also sell luxury ones if you’re looking to up your cycling game.

For tourists exploring the vibrant city, SoFlo offers rentals based on your needs. A full day is priced at $80 and a full week is $250 including helmets. It doesn’t get better than this.

At the shop, you can find major deals on the hottest styles. With their outstanding customer service, you’ll leave with the bike of your dreams.

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