One of the benefits of this crazy year is that people are falling in love again with the outdoors. Biking is one of the fastest growing sports, and, for us in the #CWV, Charleston Bicycle Center in Kanawha City is the go-to spot for bikes and equipment.
Tucked away on 53rd street, you find bikes for all riders. Walking in the shop, you are greeted by friendly, expert staff who will help you pick the perfect ride from children’s bikes to big kid mountain biking and street riding models. Charleston Bicycle Center also has a huge selection of apparel, repair items, helmets and more. Pro tip for parents, they can even fix your jogging stroller tires!
Their passion for riding doesn’t stop in the shop. Charleston Bicycle Center, which was established in 1988, is heavily involved in local youth mountain biking programs for students in Kanawha and Putnam counties.
USA Cycling put Charleston on the international stage in 2024 when the Pro Road Nationals came to town in May. And the winner of Charleston’s 2024 Elite/U23 Road Race, Kristen Faulkner, won two Olympic Gold Medals in Paris just months later. Plus, the Pro Road Nationals will return to Charleston for the next four years. […]
Are you headed to the Capital City for High School Football or Cheerleading Championships? Need ideas on what to do between competitions? We got you covered! Holiday Activities Light the Night GoMart Ballpark has transformed from baseball field to a Winter Wonderland. With 2.5 million lights, fire pits, hot coco, ice skating and bumper cars, […]
The Capital City Sip -N- Stroll districts let you explore the city in a new, refreshing way. Charleston currently has three Sip -N- Stroll districts: City Center, Bridge Road, and East End. While in these districts, dip into your favorite establishment, grab an adult beverage in a specialized to-go cup, then explore the city. The […]