Flat roads, big city energy, serious riders

Top bike shops in Illinois

Illinois has 491 local bike shops across the state, with the strongest concentrations in Chicago, Naperville, Peoria, Springfield, and Rockford.

Illinois cycling reflects the state's geography: riders gravitate toward road cycling and commuting on relatively flat terrain, with a particularly strong urban cycling scene in Chicago. The prevalence of Shimano, SRAM, and gravel-focused brands like Surly and 45NRTH in local shops suggests a community invested in both efficient road setups and versatile adventure bikes for exploring the quieter rural routes between population centers.