what is the largest bike shop in san jose area, ca?
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There are several large shops in the area.  Depends on what you are looking for.  I wouldn't always go to a large shop.  The largest has to be Performance in Campbell.  It is part of a large chain and has some of the best prices.  I get a lot of things there.  Great prices on clothing for example and constantly has sales.  There are shops like Wheel Away or Off Ramp that are fairly generic.  Large selection and cater towards the crowd that rides comfort bikes.  Personally I like Chain Reaction or Bicycle Outfitter but they are Los Altos.  Cupertino Bikes has a great reputation.  If I want something special and I need guidance, Sloughs on Race St. is the place to go.  George is very well known in the bike industry.  Your shop doesn't have a part, guess who they call.  He tends to gear his stuff towards the high end but the guy has everything.  Good guy. Just don't take a dept store bike to be tuned up there.\n\nThere are so many.  ST on Capital is another good one.  If it is Mtn Bikes, Trailhead is a good one.  It just really depends on what you are looking for.
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I'm assuming you mean Santa Clara, CA. If so, please check the source box for some links.
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GO TO WWW.GLOBALSOURCES.COM AND SEARCH UNDER BICYCLES.
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Assuming that you want to buy a brand new bike, here's what you need to be ready for when you go shopping...\n\n1) Avoid bikes sold at non-bike shops.  The stuff they sell at KMart, Target, Costco, etc. may appear to be cheaper than their bike shop counterparts, but they are really heavy and unservicable.  Such department store bikes cut costs by using really cheap components that won't work well (the shifting and the brakes will be marginal at best) and are near impossible to service (trust me on this).  \n\n2) Don't patronize a bike shop that doesn't make you feel comfortable.   At the $300 price range, the bike shop isn't making much money off of the bike; they're selling you a relationship with them.  If the sale doesn't go well, don't expect the post-sale servicing to be any better.\n\n3) Carefully test ride the bike.  The shop should be able to let you test ride the bike you're interested in and help you make adjustments for proper fit.  If it doesn't ride well in the first 2 miles, it certainly won't fit any better after 20 (don't think you will "grow into a bike"!).  If you get attitude from the shop on wanting to test ride a bike, refer to rule #2.\n\n3) Pick out a bike with the color that you like.  At this price range, all brands sold at reputable bike shops are pretty comparable when it comes to features and components.  Heck, I'm sure that the frames are all made by the same Taiwanese company (in their China-based factories these days).  So...stick with name brands at a good bike shop (like Trek, Specialized, etc.).  House brands from REI and Performance are also pretty good values these days also.  However, such larger stores may not offer as a good or personalized service compared to a good bike shop.  However, I'm not sure if that is important to you or not.\n\n4) The upsell...for $50 more, you'll get a better bike...for $100 more, you'll get something even better, etc.  Be very firm on how much you want to spend since you can always spend more and, yes, you'll get a bettter bike.  However, don't fall victim to this...if you can't figure out why a particular feature is better, then don't bother with it.
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Haro and hoffman bikes are far best by standards. and its reliable.. Cheers
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http://www.caltriplecrown.com\n\nalso check bikejournal.com
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Santana Row is an upscale shopping area in San Jose, CA.\nThe popularity isn't just the shops, although it is great because they are not the same ones you see in EVERY MALL IN AMERICA.\n\nThe great thing about Santana Row is that it has a large collection of places to hang out. restaurants, bars, cafes, bookstores, movie theater. Parking is free and close by, security is great, and things stay open reasonably late.
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REI has a great selection but kind of pricey, There is a climbing shop right around the corner from the REI on 3300 south, I mean right around the corner, anyway, they have good prices, but not great selection.  Kirkhams is good.  \nHope that helps.
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If you don't mind shopping at a big chain store, try Performance bicycles... there are a few stores aroung so cal.  Otherwise, you may be able to negotiate prices with your favorite cycling store.  The more business you give a store, the more likely they will discount your purchases.  Also, join a bicyling club that is given discounts by local retailers.
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525 South Winchester Boulevard, San Jose, CA 95128 (408) 247-2101
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visit manufacturers websites for:\n\nYakima   www.yakima.com\nThule  www.thule.com\n\nThese should NOT be hard to find, the the style of bike doens't matter.
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santateresagolf.com\n260 Bernal Rd.\nSan Jose, Ca\n408-225-2650 \n\nHope this helps.
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order online. jesonusa.com is a great site. blueskycycling.com and nashbar.com are great too\n\nall great sites and i think they ship worldwide.
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The Flea Market Inc. 1590 Berryessa Rd. San Jose, CA. 95133\n\n\n1(408) 453-1110, 1(800) Big-Flea  244-3532
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I'd agree with TaraN's answer. Take the time to really find what you want. Take a lot of extended test rides. You might find that aluminum might be too harsh for you, in which case you might find that steel or carbon might be more comfortable. That's just one example. Lots of test rides will give you a feel for how the various bikes at a given price point can handle very differently. Without getting into too much tech-speak, you might find that one bike handles a bit more twitchy than another. Think of the difference as driving a Mini Cooper versus a basic sedan. Some bikes are set up more for racing, where you'll get a quicker handling bike, whereas others will handle a bit more laid back.\n\nParts wise, you'll find the same component offerings on many of the manufacturers out there for a given price point, as TaraN pointed out. You'll most likely be getting a bike with Shimano componenets, with perhaps a mix of some of the manufacturer's own branded components (for example, Trek outfits their bikes with a lot of Bontrager componentry).\n\nFocus on the overall ride of the bike. For a $1000, you can get a lot of bike.\n\nWade at The Spokesman in downtown Santa Cruz is a GREAT guy - very helpful, and yes, very patient. He's very knowledgeable and will set you up right.\n\nAlso in that same category, I'd highly recommend seeing Vance Sprock over at Cupertino Bike Shop. He's just like Wade - he'll set you up right.\n\nGood luck!
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I think the longest stretch of bike path on the peninsula and along the bay runs from Milbrae (just South of SFO) to Redwood Shores or Redwood City. Check out the maps at the below URL.
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Trek bikes  are the truth........frame design and specs are just better than giant ...buy the trek you wont be dissapointed