Premium bikes and service for Pasadena riders

Pasadena sits at the foot of the San Gabriel Mountains, and that shapes how people ride here. The Rose Bowl loop in the Arroyo Seco is a popular training loop, and the climbs into the mountains start just up the road. Long ascents mean you care about weight and gearing. Long descents mean you care even more about brakes.

That's what Pasadena riders usually come to us for: a climbing bike from Pinarello, Colnago, Cervélo, Look or Scott, built and fitted properly, and serviced on the same bench.

Climbing country, and what it asks of a bike

Angeles Crest Highway (SR-2) heads up into the San Gabriel Mountains from La Cañada Flintridge and is one of the region's classic long climbs. Mountain roads are sometimes closed for storm damage or fire, so check Caltrans before you go. Closer to home, the Arroyo Seco and the foothill streets give you shorter efforts.

Long mountain descents heat brake fluid and wear pads fast, and gearing that works on the flat can feel heavy halfway up a climb. Book a hydraulic brake bleed before a big mountain day, and ask us about gearing when you order a new bike.

Getting to the shop from Pasadena

About 41.2 miles by road from Pasadena City Hall (100 N Garfield Ave), roughly 60–75 minutes off-peak (approx.; 33.5 mi as the crow flies). From Pasadena, the I-710 runs south to the I-5; from there the I-605 connects to the I-405 south. Exit at Talbert Ave or Harbor Blvd for W MacArthur Blvd. Leaving the San Gabriel Valley before the morning peak makes a big difference.

Directions from Pasadena in Google Maps

Why Pasadena riders choose Veloaded

• Climbing bikes from authorized dealers. Light race frames and endurance bikes from 15 authorized brands, including Pinarello, Colnago and Cervélo, sized before anything is ordered.
• Gearing for the Crest. A custom build lets you choose cassette range, crank length and wheels for long San Gabriel climbs; see custom builds for LA riders.
• A position for three hours uphill. Ed's full professional fits look at comfort late in a long climb, not just the first mile. Bike fitting for LA riders.
• Ship it if the drive doesn't fit your week. Get a service ticket by calling (714) 760-4908 or emailing [email protected], then send bikes, frames or wheels to the shop and ask about return shipping details. We work on every brand.

What to bring us from Pasadena

If you're riding Angeles Crest, bring us the jobs that matter on a long climb and descent: gearing changes, a brake bleed before mountain season, lighter wheels, or a fit for long days. For a new climbing bike, start with a quote request.

Pasadena riders: FAQ

Other Los Angeles County cities: Long Beach, Cerritos, Lakewood, Whittier, Los Angeles, Santa Monica, Torrance, Rancho Palos Verdes.

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

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