About Us
Our vision for Splendid Cycles is based on a vision of grand possibilities for the world. It's a vision of more people using bikes to meet their daily needs. It’s a vision of people discovering a simpler life with a slower pace. It’s a vision of daily actions that contribute to personal, community, and planetary health. Those possibilities inspire all of us at Splendid Cycles.
We are dedicated to helping manifest that dream by offering products, knowledge, and expertise that helps people to shift toward reliance on active transportation and recreation.
Established in 2010, Splendid Cycles is an importer and retail shop selling the world’s finest cargo bikes and e-bikes to our customers in Portland and beyond. We’ve received recognition as one of America’s Best Bike Shops eight times.
EBikes: If you’re looking for a quality E-bike, you’ll find a great selection of Bosch- and Shimano STEPs-equipped bicycles, including: Riese & Muller, Tern, and Orbea.
Cargo Bikes: We import and sell the Danish brand Larry vs Harry Bullitt cargo bike. A network of local artisans in Portland produce cargo bike boxes and rain canopies to meet the needs of our US customers. We proudly sell Tern and Riese & Muller cargo bikes too.
What makes us different?
Only Quality Cargo and Electric Bikes: We like to say, "We're a niche within a niche." As soon as you walk in the door, you'll know we're different. We focus exclusively on e-bikes, cargo bikes, and cargo bike accessories so we don't look or operate like a typical bike shop. Instead we work at having a depth of the knowledge and expertise that will help you find the perfect bike.
Experience: Splendid Cycles has assembled one of the hardest-working, experienced, and talented staff in the bike biz. At least we like to think so. All of our staff are bike industry professionals with many years of experience - with an average of over 25 years in the bike industry among our 8 employees. Owners, Barb and Joel, have been working in bike shops since the late 1980’s. Other staff members have over 7-40 years of bike shop experience so, you know you and your bike are in good hands.
Personal Attention: Cargo and electric bike customers are our top priority so we're able to give you our full attention and answer all of your questions. That means you are able to make an informed decision when considering which bike best meets your needs. And, our relationship doesn’t end at the sale, we love to help our customers take care of their bikes. We’re here to support you and your bike so you get the most out of your purchase.
Top Quality Products: An e-bike or cargo bike is a once-in-a-lifetime investment so buying a quality product pays off over the long term. We've stocked our store with only the best bikes and accessories available. You can be assured that the bike you buy at Splendid Cycles is well-engineered and built to last.
Locally Produced Accessories for our cargo bikes : We work with a variety of different artisans and craftspeople who produce cargo accessories for the Larry vs Harry Bullitt and Riese & Muller cargo bikes. These include: beautiful and functional kid-hauling cargo boxes for the Bullitt and rain canopies to keep kiddos dry. We also carry a variety of fun accessories from Portland Design Works.
Huge Inventory of Electric Bikes and Cargo Bikes: We strive to keep a broad selection of test ride-ready e-bikes and cargo bikes on our floor. That means you can stop by at your convenience and compare all of the options; see the color choices; put your 2.5 kids in a big box, a small box, or a box that's just right; or mosey in to come kick some tires on a really cool e-bike.
Not a lot of rules: We really have just one rule at Splendid Cycles: take care of our customers! So, please don’t ever hesitate to let us know how we can improve your experience here.
What's With those Crazy Hours and Store Closures?
We strive to deliver top-notch service to our customers. You, our customers, are why we do what we do. Helping you, seeing bikes transform your lives, and oh my, how you give back by supporting us; it all keeps us going. But, as wonderful as our job here is, we are committed to striking the work-home balance that sustains our ability to bring our A-game to Splendid Cycles.
In order to do that, we have to carve time out for ourselves. Since we have a small staff, and two of the full-time folks are married (to each other), that means we have to close from time to time to follow some of our other dreams. We know that can be inconvenient for our customers, especially those traveling from out-of-town to visit us. We regret that and apologize that we can’t be here 7 days a week, 52 weeks a year. Until we’re bigger and have the staff to take care of customers while we’re away, we’ll continue to have periodic closures-sometimes due to work, other times for play. So, be sure to check our website (the bottom, left column of any page) before you plan your trip to our shop. We hope you understand.
Larry Vs Harry Bullitt Affiliate Dealers
Splendid Cycles not only sells Larry vs Harry Bullitt cargo bikes from our store in Portland, Oregon, but we’re also the West Coast Bullitt Distributor. Through our affiliate Bullitt Dealers you’ll find some of the same great bikes and Bullitt accessories, hopefully at a location closer to you.
We wholesale much of what we import and produce to a network of exceptional specialty retail stores throughout the USA. Our affiliate shops have cargo and family biking expertise and offer the same Bullitt selection offered at Splendid Cycles. In addition, they can offer you the personalized service and after-sale care only available at your LBS (Local Bike Shop).
If an affiliate shop is not in your area, we are happy to be your LCBS (Local Cargo Bike Shop). Our staff can help you choose the right cargo bike via phone or email. Our experience with the details and logistics of shipping big bikes means we have affordable shipping rates that deliver fully-assembled bikes to your door (within the continental USA).