Friends in PA
There are many cycling clubs, organizations, teams, advocacy groups, shops, and more throughout the state to find your vibe with or follow.
These lists are far from exhaustive but there are always more friends in PA to be had so use the form at the bottom of the page to hit us up with any great friends of yours we’ve missed.
Clubs, Crews, and Teams
Looking for new people to ride with, maybe take your riding to a new level, or even just some riding inspiration? Check out the friendly folks below.
- Pennsylvania Dirtbags
- Hellbenders Adventure Collective
- Philly Gravel Club
- Pittsburgh Babes on Bikes
- Happy Valley Women’s Cycling
- Kings Rule Together
- Queens Rule Together
- Canton Cycling Club (aka Gravel Rats)
- Bike Works powered by Fred Beans
- Instigators
- Philadelphia Ciclismo
- Rare Disease Cycling
- Philly Bike Expo Squad
Advocacy and Orgs
It’s a never ending task to promote cycling awareness and access to PA’s natural wonders for cyclists. Organizations like these are always looking for people to help spread the word of the wheeled.
- RAR Philadelphia
- Pennsylvania Environmental Council
- BikePGH
- Philly Bike Action
- The Trellis Philly
- Pedals & Pints
- Pennsylvania Interscholastic Cycling League (PICL)
- Department of Conservation and Natural Resources (DCNR)
- Penn State Dirt Gravel and Low Volume Roads (DGLVR) Program
Bike Shops
Your local bike shop isn’t just a place to sort out your derailleur and unwobble your wheels; they are often an excellent resource for group rides, secret locals-only trails, and events that you just can’t get online.
- Hush Money Bikes
- Bicycle Therapy
- Firth and Wilson Transport Cycles
- Keswick Cycle
- Befitting Bicycles
- Bell’s Bike Shop
- Cadence Cycling Center
- Firehouse Bikes
- Keystone Bike Co.
- PaperTrail Bike Cafe
- VeloJawn
- Downingtown Bicycle Shop
- The Common Wheel
- Cedar Bicycle
- Bike Works
- JB’s Bike Shop
- The Bike Roost
- Freeze Thaw Cycles
- Two Brothers Bike Company
- The Bicycle Shop
- The Dutch Wheelman
- Bikesport
- Guys Bicycles
- The Velo Shop
- Twisted Cog
- Fitness Central
- South Mountain Cycle
- Brookside Bikes
- Link Cyclery
- Cycle Up Cafe
- Action Wheels
- Cutters
- Saucon Valley Bikes
- BikeTek
- Fern Hollow
- Kindred Cycles
- Kraynick’s Bike Shop
- Thick Bikes
- Trailflow Bike Shop
- Unison Bike Lab
- West Liberty Bikes
- Trek Bicycle
Outdoor Businesses
Local manufacturers are a rare breed these days and here are a few that not only have been supporters of the wonders of PA’s many outdoor sports, but also make some kick-ass products.
- Nittany Mountain Works & Organic Climbing USA
- Purple Lizard Maps
- Purple Lizard Maps make durable, waterproof, and easy to read maps that are the best in class choice for all your PA outdoor adventures. Get lost without actually getting lost.
- purplelizard.com
- Stan’s
- Stan’s may have started as the first name in tubeless sealant, but they’re so much more; offering bombproof wheels and a line of biobased maintenance products.
- stans.com
- Vargo
- Based in Lewisburg, PA Vargo creates, innovates, and delivers lightweight, durable, and cutting-edge gear for outdoor enthusiasts around the world.
- vargooutdoors.com
- Gilson Snow
- Snowboards and skis 100% designed and built in the Appalachian Foothills, ridden and loved by riders in over 40 countries.
- gilsonsnow.com