A 6-minute walk from Capitol Square in downtown Columbus, B1 Bicycles offers a wide variety of bikes and gear. They also offer repair service. The shop carries Cannondale, Bianchi, and Scott bikes.
- Bike Rental and Delivery
You won't find any specialty running stores downtown, but this is the local favorite with four locations: Dublin, Pickerington and Westerville. Check their website for more info.
- Group Runs
- Running Stores
Sure, cyclistconnection is 15 minutes south of downtown Columbus, but it's a hub of group rides and carries the latest and greatest bikes and gear for all your needs. Group rides take place every Tuesday night and Sunday morning.
- Bike/Triathlon Shops
- Group Ride
Great local run store, but you'll have to drive here from downtown Columbus and it will take you a good 20 minutes. Be careful about directions: Take I-71 N, get off at exit 121 and make a left at OH-750/Polaris Pkwy, followed by a right at Old Powell Rd/E Powell Rd.
- Running Stores
This specialty store is for walkers and runners. It carries all major brands of running and walking shoes as well as apparel and accessories. Unfortunately, if you are staying downtown Columbus, it's a 10 minute drive away.
- Group Runs
- Running Stores
This local biking store can be found just 10 miles south of Columbus downtown center. They offer a great range of road, triathlon, and leisure bikes, and carry brands such as Cervelo, Felt, Kuota, and Pinarello among others. Unfortunately there are no rentals at this time.
- Bike/Triathlon Shops