With miles and miles of trails to explore — Eau Claire, Wisconsin is a popular destination for cyclists eager to get out and ride! From smooth flat trails to steep inclines to rough terrain, there’s a little of everything to satisfy every kind of rider and skill level. And, it’s all woven through beautiful natural […]

You probably have regular activewear in your closet. Cycling is an active sport. Therefore, you can just wear general activewear for cycling, right? The short answer is no. Cycling apparel has specific features to make you more comfortable, more efficient, more protected, and generally more happy riding your bike.

You’ve likely landed here because you are considering buying new bike tires but you’re not sure what kind you need. Let us help! With so many bike tire options out there, we understand how confusing it can be to figure out which type will serve you best. In this Bike Tire Buying Guide we’ll walk […]

Des Moines, Iowa, sometimes referred to as the big small town, offers ample biking opportunities. Whether you’re looking for an urban ride through downtown to checkout the architecture and sample a brewski at a local pub or desire a scenic ride to take in the rolling hills surrounding the city — Des Moines offers it all. […]

Thanks for purchasing your new bike online from ERIK’S! Once you’ve received your bike securely packaged in a bike box, you will need to do a few minor reassembly steps to get it ready to ride. Please read our instructions carefully before reassembling your bike. Also watch the Bike Reassembly video below which walks you through the reassembly process.

Erik was only 13 when he started ERIK’S. His interest was sparked by his first bike — a hand-me-down from an older family member. With an entrepreneurial spirit, and the money he saved from his job as a paperboy, Erik began his business. He bought 50 used bikes, fixed them up, and sold them. Keep […]

It’s tough picking out a helmet for your kid when they come in deliberately vague size ranges like “child,” “toddler”, and “youth”. A toddler might fit into child-sized helmets, or a kid might fit into adult-sized helmets. Each helmet has an inch range, but that doesn’t mean it will fit. Often the circumference will match […]

Trying to figure out which type of bike, snowboard, or skis are right for you or what kind of gear you need and why? We’ve got you covered. We compiled all of our best buying guides here for you to peruse through. Each one offers a wealth of information to help you get the most […]

Wearing a bike helmet is a must! We’ve created this simple helmet buying guide to ensure you get the right fit and style for your noggin. Follow these simple steps to learn everything you need to know to make buying a helmet easy-peasy! 1. Choose your helmet style. Most helmets are somewhat versatile. As long […]

The latest bikes from bike siblings Juliana and Santa Cruz are the redesigned Santa Cruz Bronson and Juliana Rubion! These enduro-focused sleds with 150mm of travel in the back and 160mm upfront will make quick work of almost any descent that you throw them down and 2.6” tire clearance allows for plenty of rubber in […]