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What Are E-Bikes & How Do They Work?

Contact Us About E-Bikes Today! What Is An E-Bike? E-bike is short for electric bicycle So, how does this differ from a motorcycle you might ask? The first and most obvious difference is the appearance—no one would mistake one for the other. That’s right, an E-Bike in St. George or anywhere else is simply a regular bicycle suped-up with various electrical components like a battery, controller, and motor. These components are integrated seamlessly into the

Zach Stevens April 21, 2021

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Bike Trails In St. George – Easy, Moderate, & Difficult

Bike Trails In St. George – Easy, Moderate, & Difficult Beginner Trails Bear Claw Poppy This is one of those St. George bike trails that not only attracts a lot of beginner cyclists, but also has the experts coming back to it time and time again. The reason for this is that many areas are easy/easy-moderate, while the top of the trail is rated easy-difficult. It’s a dynamic trail, and this makes it a great

Zach Stevens January 12, 2021

Biking Techniques

10 Cycling Techniques Every Cyclist Should Know

Contact Us Today – We’ll Set You Up With What You Need Before Heading Out On Our St. George Bike Trails 1 – Preventing Rear-End Soreness & Chafing If you’re new to cycling and have observed cyclists riding along your local St. George bike trails, you’ve no-doubt seen those short – very short – shorts that they wear. The thing to remember about these is that they aren’t just for aerodynamics or whatever else you

Zach Stevens November 24, 2020

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Answering 5 Common Questions About Cycling

Should I really wear those padded shorts? Shorts with chamois can make your cycling adventures far more comfortable, even if they may take some time to get used to. In fact, this can’t be understated – well-fitted padding shorts are something you can easily get addicted to as an avid cyclist. When you’re hitting our beautiful St. George bike trails, these shorts can feel like a god-send. Will I Need More Than 1 Bottle Cage?

Zach Stevens November 4, 2020

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Bike Trails

Some Of The Best Bike Trails In St. George

Quail Creek Loop – 27.7mi Another St. George bike path with light traffic, Quail Creek offers quiet neighborhoods and long country roads with scenic views of the Pine Valley Mountains, Confluence Park canyon, and various areas of Zion. Veyo Loop – 43.5mi Veyo Loop is a great bike path in St. George if you’re looking for something easy-moderate that will still afford you a lot of fun, as well as some amazing scenery as you

Zach Stevens November 2, 2020

The Invention & History of the Bicycle – A Brief Overview

Click Here to Contact Us for St. George Bike Rentals & Sales Karl von Drais – 1815 The bicycle was first invented out of necessity, rather than convenience or fashion. What made the creation of a new “two-wheeled Laufmachine” (running machine) in Germany during the early 19th century was, in fact, the eruption of Mount Tambora in 1815, which resulted in a volcanic winter that starved out a large number of horses – a “horse

Zach Stevens August 31, 2020

5 Things You Didn’t Know About Cycling

Click Here to Contact Our St. George Bike Shop 1 – Cycling is a Great Exercise for People With Lower Back Pain There is a reason that cycling is often the favored exercise for people who suffer from low back pain; it puts less stress on the spine than other forms of exercise. Riding a bike in a forward-leaning position (with the weight of your upper body put down on the handlebars) is the ideal

Zach Stevens August 6, 2020

The Health Benefits of Cycling

Diet and exercise: the two key factors that determine one’s health. We all know that a sedentary lifestyle can lead to all kinds of problems ranging from mental to emotional to physical. Pile on bad food on top of that and you have a recipe for disaster. Many people have a consistent exercise routine that they end up “plateauing” on. That is to say, they reach a point where it becomes difficult or impossible to

Zach Stevens July 15, 2020

Mountain Bikes, Trails, And More!

With Spring in the air, we are all itching to get our bikes out and hit the trails. As you are pulling your bike out of storage you may not be too impressed with the condition your bike is in. On top of that, you may not even know where to take your bike! Don’t fret, Bicycles Unlimited has bicycle repairs and servicing, high-quality bikes for sale, and expertise on the best trails around Southern

Mark McLaughlin March 10, 2020

Your Trusted Bicycle Shop in St George

When you are a dedicated cyclist, having a go-to bike shop in St George Utah is a must. Whether you need a quick tune-up or a repair, a new tire, or some great biking accessories, Bicycles Unlimited has you covered. As Southern Utah’s bicycle leader since 1984, we have your best interests in mind and all the top tips and tricks to add to your cycling experience. Biking Events Staying in touch with your trusted

Mark McLaughlin January 18, 2020

Get the Perfect Mountain Bike from Bicycles Unlimited

Cycling has become quite the trend over the past several years. Not only is it a health benefit, but it is also good for the environment and it is quite a fun hobby. Since 1984, Bicycles Unlimited has been Southern Utah’s leading bicycle shop. We are passionate about cycling and we want to bring that passion to you as well. Bike Service It’s very important to take good care of your bicycle. Keeping it in

Mark McLaughlin December 10, 2019

How to Store Your Bicycle for the Winter

With just a few simple steps you can preserve your bicycle and have it ready to go when the riding season swings back around. There are many people who live in places that allow them to ride year-round. However, there are also many who experience the harsh winters that force you to put your bicycle away for the season. For those of you who fall in the latter category, follow these few winter storage tips.

Mark McLaughlin September 19, 2019