Premium bikes and service for Escondido riders

Escondido riders live closer to the hills than the beach. The roads east and north of town lead into inland North County's long climbs, and the big objective for many is Palomar Mountain. It's hotter than the coast, and the descents are long.

That's why Escondido riders who come to us usually want a bike with the right gearing and brakes they can rely on, from a dealer who'll build it, fit it and service it.

Inland North County riding

The Escondido Creek Trail gives in-town riders a paved path through the city, and the roads toward Lake Hodges, Valley Center and Palomar Mountain are where the longer days go. Expect heat in summer and long descents on the way home.

Heat dries tubeless sealant, and long descents age brake fluid and wear pads. Before a big climbing day, check tires and pads, and book a brake bleed if the lever feels soft.

Getting to the shop from Escondido

About 71.4 miles by road from Escondido City Hall (201 N Broadway), roughly 90–110 minutes off-peak (approx.; 62.5 mi as the crow flies). SR-78 west runs toward Oceanside, where you turn north on the I-5. Near the top, it's the SR-73 (toll) or I-405 (free) to the Fairview Rd exit and W MacArthur Blvd. The 78 is often the slowest stretch at rush hour.

Directions from Escondido in Google Maps

Why Escondido riders choose Veloaded

• Climbing frames from authorized dealers. Light road bikes and endurance bikes from 15 authorized brands; see the Pinarello guide for San Diego riders.
• Gearing for Palomar-sized days. Custom builds with the cassette range and brakes for long inland climbs; custom builds for San Diego riders.
• A fit for heat and distance. Long inland days expose small position problems; a full professional fit with Ed addresses them. Plan it from North County.
• Ship to the shop. Escondido riders can send bikes, frames or wheels once a service ticket is arranged by phone, (714) 760-4908, or email, [email protected]. Ask us about return shipping details. Bikes of every brand.

What to bring us from Escondido

Inland North County climbing makes these worth the drive: a lighter climbing build, a gearing change, a brake service before a long descent season, a fit, or a new-bike quote.

Escondido riders: FAQ

Other San Diego County cities: Oceanside, Carlsbad, Encinitas, San Diego, Del Mar & Solana Beach, San Marcos.

Guides for San Diego County riders: Cervélo dealer for San Diego riders, Pinarello dealer for San Diego riders, Colnago dealer for San Diego riders, Professional bike fitting for San Diego riders, Custom bike builds for San Diego riders, Bike repair for San Diego riders.

Veloaded Cyclery has one location, at 3420 W MacArthur Blvd Suite B, Santa Ana, CA 92704. We don't have a shop in Escondido.