Where to Buy a Bike in Philadelphia? WCI Wednesday

Let’s face it: Biking is SO hot right now.

We’ve already discussed our excitement for the city’s upcoming Bike Share program and more bike-friendly plans. But where can you find your own two-wheels to get in on the action? We got you covered in today’s Where Can I Wednesday column.

Whether you’re looking for a bike, need some repairs OR just want to rent two-wheels (or surrey!) to explore Fairmount Park, Philly has options for you!

Here’s where to buy or rent a bike in Philadelphia:

New Bikes

• Bicycle Revolutions: Supporting bikes as an economical and environmentally-minded means of transportation, Bicycle Revolutions sells new and custom hand-built wheels.
  • New Bikes |756 S. 4^th St. | (215) 629-2453
• Philadelphia Bikesmith: Providing all the tune-up and repair services you need, Philadelphia Bikesmith can get you back on your bike in no time, accepting walk-ins. Also peruse the new bikes from some of the best brands.
  • New Bikes, Repairs |1822 Spring Garden St. | (267) 324-5910
• Bicycle Stable: Occupying a former police department horse stable and now transformed into a hip bike shop, Bicycle Stable offers new bikes as well as bike repair services. From minor tune ups to complete builds, this shop has it all.
  • New Bikes, Repairs |1420 Frankford Ave.| (215) 634-0633

• Bicycle Therapy: This full-service, independent bike shop has been a staple in the neighborhood and biking charity events for sponsoring teams & repair for over 20 years.
  • New Bikes, Repairs / 2211 South St. / 215-735-7849

• Breakaway Bikes & Fitness: Offering custom services for coaching, fitting, and indoor RPM classes Breakaway Bikes & Fitness provides more than just new bicycles. Check out their awesome service plan, ten years of free maintenance with every bike purchase.
  • New Bikes |1903 Chestnut St. | (215) 568-6002

• Community Bikes and Boards: Geared towards supporting its local community, Community Bikes and Boards offers discounts for local workers and students. The shop sells new bikes, along with other accessories including child seats and protective gear. They also have skateboard and bike rides at the shop on Tuesdays.
  • New Bikes | 712 S. 4^th St. | (267) 861-0544

• Main Line Cycles: Featuring top of the line bike brands in a wide range of builds, Main Line Cycles offers professional fitting and bike repair at its premier cycling center.
  • New Bikes, Repairs | 717 Montgomery Ave. | (610) 664-1970

• High Road Cycles: A fifty year institution, High Road Cycles provides bikes, parts, and accessories for all of your cycling needs. Want to take your bike on a road trip? They have car racks too!
  • New Bikes, Repairs | 165 W. Lancaster Ave. | (610) 687-1110

• Bell’s Bike Shop: From new bikes and parts to full custom wheel building, Bell’s Bike Shop’s expert staff will help you find the bike you need. They do full service repairs too, so you won’t have to be off your wheels for long!
  • New Bikes, Repairs | 1320 E. Passyunk Ave. | (215) 543-6000

• Performance Bicycle: Carrying a wide selection of new bikes and accessories, Performance Bicycle has what you need to get cycling and their full service bike repair shop will keep you on the road.
  • New Bikes, Repairs | 1300 S. Columbus Blvd. | (215) 336-4500
• Transport Cycle: Featuring a full-service bike shop plus a retail showroom, Transport Cycles specializes in transportation and cargo bicycle to get you (and anything you need to carry) where you want to go.
  • New Bikes, Repairs | 933 Spring Garden St. | (267) 318-7285

 

Used Bikes

• Kayuh Bicycles LLC: Offering refurbished bikes and repair services, Kayuh Bicycles strives to get you on two-wheels without making a dent in your wallet.
  • Used Bikes, Repairs | 1900 W. Girard Ave. | (215) 235-1838

• Firehouse Bicycles: Wolf Cycles’ younger sister shop, Firehouse Bicycles carries used bikes and new or used parts. The shop also offers tune-ups and repairs on all types of bikes!
  • Used Bikes, Repairs | 50^th & Baltimore Ave. | (215) 727-9692

• VIA Bicycle:This quirky shop on the corner of 9^th & South Streets sells used bikes and accessories, buys bikes and offer a variety of repair services. Their selection is displayed along the sidewalk outside for you to meander and check them out.
  • Used Bikes, Repairs / 606 S 9^th St / 215-627-3370.

• Philadelphia Bike Rescue: Dedicated to the art of bicycle restoration, Philadelphia Bike Rescue provides refurbished bikes and parts to keep old wheels out of the landfill. The used bikes find new life in the shops custom “rescues” and are perfect for your city cyclist needs.
  • Used Bikes, Repairs | 2424 Coral St. | (267) 282-4165

• Simple Cycle: A Not-for-Profit full service bike shop, Simple Cycle is a community-powered bike shop. Not only offering refurbished cycles as well as after-school repair classes for kids and summer camps too!
  • Used Bikes, Repairs | 4455 N. 6^th St.| (267) 428-5942

 

Mixed – New, Used & Rentals

• Fairmount Bicycles: Find new and used bikes for travelling the city, whether you need a racing bike or a cargo bike. Want to rent a bike? Fairmount Bicycles has rentals available year-round.
  • New & Used Bikes, Rentals, Repairs | 2015 Fairmount Ave. | (267) 507-9370

• Wolf Cycles: Dating back to 1932, Wolf Cycles is a longstanding Philadelphian bike shop. Offering new or used bikes, they have everything you need to get out on the road. Check in with them for mountain rides on Belmont Plateau!
  • New & Used Bikes, Repairs | 4311 Lancaster Ave.| (215) 727-9692.

 

In need of a tune-up? Or just want to rent a bike for the day? Check out these spots:

• Kater Street Bicycle: Need a bike fix-up? Kater Street Bicycle specializes in bike repairs, no appointment needed. While they don’t sell bikes, they do have lights, locks and other accessories.
  • Repairs | 609 S. 16^th Street.| (215) 545-1711

• Wheel Fun Rentals – Boathouse Row: This rental shop carries a range of bicycles and surreys to rent year-round. The shop is conveniently between Boathouse Row and Lloyd Hall, pick your bike to explore Fairmount Park!
  • Rentals |1 Boathouse Row | (215) 232-7778