What is Loose Nuts Cycles' background, and how did it start?

Loose Nuts Cycles was founded in 2008 in Athens, Georgia, initially as Loose Nuts Custom Wheels, specializing in custom wheel building. After gaining recognition throughout the Southeast for wheel building and community support, the shop expanded into a full-fledged bike shop in spring 2010 and relocated to Atlanta, evolving from a single-speed and commuter focus into a destination shop known for adventure bikes.

What types of bikes and riding does the shop specialize in?

Loose Nuts Cycles carries the largest selection of adventure bikes in the Southeast and serves riders across multiple disciplines, including cyclocross racers, touring cyclists on routes like the Great Divide trail, and casual family riders.

Does Loose Nuts Cycles build custom wheels?

Yes, the shop has roots in custom wheel building and continues to build wheels tailored to individual rider needs, desires, and intended use.

What brands does Loose Nuts Cycles stock?

The shop carries Salsa, Shimano, and Surly.

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Loose Nuts Cycles

Atlanta, Georgia

Part of the Atlanta metro area

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Founded in 2008 in Athens as Loose Nuts Custom Wheels, the shop moved to Atlanta's Grant Park neighborhood in spring 2010 and expanded from single-speed and commuter bikes into a full bike shop. It carries Salsa, Surly, and Shimano, and emphasizes adventure and gravel bikes (claiming the largest selection in the Southeast). The shop sponsors local cyclocross races and supports riders preparing for Georgia Cyclocross, Great Divide touring, and casual group rides.