We’re a bike shop with locations in Victoria, Langford and Nanaimo, British Columbia. We carry a wide variety of bicycles, from family commuters and city bikes to high end mountain and road bikes, and have advanced, fast turnaround service shops. We carry several leading brands of bicycles, including Specialized, Norco, and Ridley, and are big proponents of 29ers for much of the riding on Vancouver Island. (Read more...)
OBB Victoria is Open on Monday May 21st

OBB Victoria is Open on Monday May 21st

Yep, we’re open for the long weekend. 12 Noon – 5pm. Come say hi after (or before) your rides!
Huatulco Triathlon Race Report by Matt Sharpe

Huatulco Triathlon Race Report by Matt Sharpe

OBB has been supporting Triathlon Code, a triathlon development team, for a few years now and we’re super excited for Matt riding his first ever World Cup this year. He sent over this race report: I recently returned from my first ever World Cup level Triathlon, which took place in...
Ore Crusher Race Report by Geoff Homer

Ore Crusher Race Report by Geoff Homer

OBB rider Geoff Homer sent over a little report from the Ore Crusher in Squamish. Highlight number one of my Saturday May 12th was racing the 2012 edition of the Ore Crusher. Highlight number two, in case you were wondering, was watching Pretty in Pink for the first time. I’d...
OBB at Bike to Work Week 2012

OBB at Bike to Work Week 2012

The 2012 Victoria Bike to Work Week kicks off for May 28 – June 3 and OBB is excited to be involved in a big way again this year. We’ll be manning the following Celebration Stations: Wednesday, May 30th, 2012: CAMOSUN COLLEGE LANSDOWNE CAMPUS OAK BAY MUNICIPAL HALL Friday, June...
Nanaimo Build: Kona Operator

Nanaimo Build: Kona Operator

Kona launched the Operator platform last year and it’s been a super successful bike for them. It’s low slung, with a nicely tuned single pivot setup, and has oversized pivots and bearings so it’s not in the shop all the time for service. Kona bikes are available only at our...
The 2012 Norco Brand Book

The 2012 Norco Brand Book

Norco is really pushing it right now with some solid bike designs and a willingness to take risks. They’ve also put out a great little magazine-style “Brand Book” for 2012 which we’re really enjoying. Check it out here, and see if you can recognize any local spots/trails in there!
Westshore
Holiday Hours

Holiday Hours

We’ve got our holiday hours sorted out finally. Hopefully they’re not too disruptive and everyone is able to keep riding throughout the holidays! Our Westshore location is having a Boxing Day Sale with some pretty crazy sales. Oak Bay Bicycles Victoria December 21st to 23rd – 9:00am to 6:00pm December 24th – 9:00am to 3:00pm...
Shrew's Stumpjumper EVO

Shrew’s Stumpjumper EVO

Shrew’s Stumpjumper EVO finally showed up and it looks HOT. Changes from stock are: 1×10 w/ a chainguide, Rockshox Reverb, Chromag Ranger stem, OSX bar, etc… Click through for lots more photos.
Dobermann Pinscher - Christmas Edition

Dobermann Pinscher – Christmas Edition

Derek hadn’t put together a custom build in a few months, so a Christmas-themed Dobermann seemed like a good idea. Merry Christmas from all of us at Oak Bay Bicycles!  
Product Pick – Nanaimo: From The Inside Out DVD

Product Pick – Nanaimo: From The Inside Out DVD

Written, directed and edit by The Coastal Crew and produced by Anthill Films, From the Inside Out was filmed entirely in British Columbia, the birthplace of freeride, and features some of the world’s best freeriders, including: Brandon Semenuk, Steve Smith, Thomas Vanderham, Matt Hunter, Graham Agassiz, Mike Hopkins, Kenny Smith & The Coastal Crew. It...
OBB Reconnaissance: Rome to Florence Off Road

OBB Reconnaissance: Rome to Florence Off Road

In May 2011, Karl (owner of Oak Bay Bicycles), Scotty (purchaser), Rob Fawcett of fawcettexpeditions.com & Jammer went over to Italy to test a potential off-road touring route from Rome to Florence. With the help of several local organizations they pieced the route together and it all worked out very well. They’re going back next...
OBB Throwback T-Shirts Now Available

OBB Throwback T-Shirts Now Available

Inspired by the type on old Oak Bay Bicycles jerseys, we’ve done a limited run of “Throwback” t-shirts. They’re super soft and they look great at the jumps or around town. Details: Printed on American Apparel’s cotton summer shirts (Navy) and poly/cotton shirts (Heather Cranberry). Slim fit (slimmer than the 2001 style from American Apparel)...
OBB Reconnaissance: Sicily

OBB Reconnaissance: Sicily

In May 2011, Karl (owner of Oak Bay Bicycles), Scotty (purchaser), Rob Fawcett of fawcettexpeditions.com & Jammer went over to Italy to test a potential road touring route around Sicily. The route worked out and they’re going back next year as a commercial tour. This is a short clip of their trip. More information on...
Sam at Tzou

Sam at Tzou

OBB rider Sam Sedun took time to coach some kids out at Mt. Tzouhalem a few days back and it looks like everyone had a great time. Click through to watch the video, nice work Sam!
10% Off All Kids' Bikes Until Christmas!

10% Off All Kids’ Bikes Until Christmas!

Remember seeing your first bike under the tree? We’ve got all Norco kids’ bikes and run bikes on sale until Christmas! Available at all Oak Bay Bicycles locations. Lots of other holiday sales going on as well in store. Merry Christmas from Oak Bay Bicycles!