Redwoods, coastal views, year-round riding

Top bike shops in Santa Cruz, California

Santa Cruz's 30 local bike shops serve a cycling community shaped by the city's temperate climate, diverse terrain, and proximity to both redwood forests and the Pacific Coast.

Part of the Santa Cruz, CA metro area

The scene balances year-round commuting along the flat coastal corridors with access to technical mountain biking in the nearby Santa Cruz Mountains. Local shops stock practical, durable components and bikes (Shimano, SRAM, Surly, and Teravail are well-represented), reflecting riders who value reliable equipment for everything from daily transport to backcountry adventure.