Our friends over at Yuba Expeditions host of the best events on one of the trails in the world! This year’s Downieville Classic will be held on July 9 to 11, 2010. Registration is open on February 19th at 8:00pm for the Cross Country and All-Mountain races. Hope to see you there!

ELV Motors offers Electric Light Vehicles, Electric Bikes, Electric Scooters and Electric Cars (also known as LEV) that are pollution-free, sustainable, affordable and fun to ride. From electric bicycles, mopeds, and scooters to gas-electric hybrid motorcycles, we can equip you, your business, campus or hospital with fleet alternative energy vehicles.

ELV Motors is headquartered in Santa Clara, CA, proving once again that California is always at the forefront of innovative technologies that benefit all. We appreciate ELV Motors’ participation at the 2009 SF Bike Expo.

Way back in 1981, when off-road rippers were all on single speed cruisers, and gnarl was slick and slippery singletrack, Cove Bike Shop owner Chaz Romalis and his Brothers had a little shop in North Vancouver, BC – a front they used to convince the queens cowboys that they weren’t high on crank, just high on bikes.

Over the years, as sick North Shore riding kept getting sicker, the trails began witnessing a high volume of busted helmets, battered egos and torn bagskins. Chaz and his faithful hound Gramps soon realized that if they were going to keep riding and reproducing, they had better do some redesigning.

In 1992, after years of North Shore testing and riding, Cove Bikes emerged to release the world’s first North Shore freeride bike. The riding, testing and torn bagskins didn’t stop.

Today, Cove Bikes is an integral part of the North Shore scene. We offer our own line of custom designed bikes, which all begin their cherished lives on the North Shore of Vancouver, BC – The Heartland.

We welcome Cove Bikes down to the City for our 2nd Expo. Stop by and check out these incredible bikes.

Plugz will offer simple,  dependable, comfortable and functional pedal assisted commuter bicycles. The 250W electric motor applies power automatically based on the torque applied to the pedals by the rider or through throttle control at the rider’s option. The bikes weigh slightly more than a standard bicycle, at about 50 Lbs and can be loaded on a bus or the ferry. The Li-Ion batteries provide a range of about 30-35 miles without pedal assist and 35-50 miles with pedal assist.

The first rental and sales store in the city will open February 2010.  Nonetheless, you can get a first-look at this amazing bike (where, you ask) at the 2009 SF Bike Expo.

Black Market Bikes makes hardtail bikes/frames, parts, and apparel for serious dirt and park riders. Team riders like Adam Hauck and Carter Holland are true competitors and require the best set-up. So you know that a bike from Black Market meets rigorous standards.

The Expo is this Saturday. And Black Market will be in the palace. Come check ‘em out. Booth 397.

The Bent Spoke has a great selection of road and mountain bikes, helmets, lights, bike bags, bicycle parts, and bike repair services. This is an Oakland shop and they are a big part of the biking scene here, so we’re glad to have them return to the expo.

They will located in booth numbers: 260, 267, 276, 285, 294

See Ya There!

Bottom line is: SWOBO makes super-cool urban bikes, apparel, and accessories that have street cred. The insiders at SWOBO are long-time bike enthusiasts and gear-heads that are truly dedicated to the sport and the cycle community. And even if you’re not in the spending mood, you ought to check out their blogs: How to avoid the bummer life, and Guys who cut their own hair. They’re both ridiculously funny and informative.

SWOBO will be at the expo in booth 75. Swing by and check out their slick bikes and apparel.

Trigon Bicycles makes everything but the drivetrain for some of cycling’s most storied brands. As one of the few factory owned brands, we have complete control over the entire design, production, testing and distribution process, ensuring consistent quality.

Trigon sources the best carbon in the world. With careful selection and layup, combined with a unique and strong bonding resin, we’ve learned how to reduce the weight and increase the strength of our products.

Trigon will be situated in booth 153. Stop by.

WTB is the perfect example of people living out their passion. These guys started out making better components for their own bikes. Over time their work was recognized for being high quality and innovative. Now WTB’s influence is international. That garage-inspired passion has produced 26 years of excellence in the cycle industry.

WTB is participating in the action on November 21 at the SF Bike Expo. Stop by the WTB booth to see the products that passion built.

We’re proud to have another full-service bike shop on hand at the expo this year. CyclePath operates shops in Pleasanton and San Mateo. In each shop is a wealth of information and experience to help you make the right decision about the bike and gear for any level or riding style. On the website and in the stores you’ll also find more than enough information on just about every cycling topic imaginable, from purchasing tips and nutrition/hydration best practices. Hey, they ride too. Find out how you can join in on the weekly ride on their Rides page. And stop by their booth at the expo to show your support.