The best place to buy a bicycle is at your local dealer where a good fit can be assured. But if you know what you want, buying by mail can save you money—sometimes lots. Here are three outfitters
we’ve come to trust:
Bike Nashbar and Performance Bicycle Shop both stock an astounding variety of bicycles and associated items, including clothing, but not necessarily the same brands. I’d look at both catalogs. Our experience with their mail-order service has been good.