Welcome to Taos Cyclery

We understand the needs of our local customers and our many visitors. So whether you are looking for a new bike, a local group ride, or camping and restaurant favorites we’ve got you covered.

Taos Cyclery is owned and operated by Doug Pickett. Since 1984 he has been a daily commuter, avid mountain and road cyclist, and experienced bike tourist. Doug started his bike career in 1991 making him an experienced mechanic and knowledgeable salesperson.

Repair Service

Rest assured your repairs will be done right the first time. If for any reason you are not satisfied we guarantee our work.

General Service

* Minor tune: Clean and lube entire bike. Adjust shifting and brakes. Some minor wheel truing. Check torque on all bolts. Recommended for bikes in good condition that need some attention.

* Basic Tune: Includes minor tune plus wheel removal for lateral and out of round truing and dishing. Adjust hub, headset, and bottom bracket bearings. Recommended for older bikes and those that have not had any attention.

* Major Tune: Includes basic tune plus overhaul all bearing surfaces and suspension forks. It’s recommended to replace brake and shift cables and housing with this job. Includes hydraulic brake bleed if applicable. Recommended for those that want their bikes in the best possible condition.

Custom Service

Need custom service? We can do wheel building, most fork and frame shock service, and disc brake repair. We have most parts in stock and offer a quick turn around. We can get overnight delivery on most special orders.

All service is performed to customer’s satisfaction. Our rates are reasonable and competitive. We offer quick turn around for tourists, commuters, and those bike dependent customers.

Spring is a challenging time for area cyclists as they transition from winter sports back into bicycling. The weather is constantly changing from good, to bad, to awful, and that's all in one day. So first of all, be prepared for any weather condition. This includes gusty wind, isolated showers, cold at higher elevations, and heat. Shells are important to protect exposed skin and warmers are good for varying temperatures, especially on longer rides. Here's a good tip, bring an extra head cover to protect yourself on a descent after a sweaty climb.

Road riders, your challenge is the wind. Ride early and be prepared for afternoon gusts. Mountain rides like Taos Ski Valley and US Hill offer some protection but the exit from these canyons will leave you exposed to the elements. Temperatures drop quickly above 8500 feet so be prepared for cold at these elevations. Go to Road Rides page for route descriptions or call us for details.

Mountain bikers must wait for their favorite trails to dry out. Hopefully this won't be until late May or early June for higher elevation rides like South Boundary, The Woodpile Trail, or Northside at TSV. Gorge rides are open for business. This includes The Rift Valley, West Rim, and Horse Thief. However, any isolated storm can shut these down because of mud. Please don't ride these trails when wet as the mud will destroy bikes and trail alike. Go to MTB Rides page for ride descriptions or give us a call for trail conditions.

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RIDES

Taos Cyclery offers weekly Sunday shop rides. These are based on whatever the time of year allows. These alternate between road and mountain as long as there are off road options available, becoming mostly road rides in the winter months. The pace is intermediate to expert as the time is limited, so that we can open the store by noon. Sign up for the Taos Cyclery e-letter or contact us for details.

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