With Greeley growing and poised for a biking renaissance, it just may be the perfect time to gift an e-bike to the cyclers in your life this holiday season. Here to help, Cade Campbell, who brings his own passion for cycling to town, has opened Blue Sky Cycles (916 8th Ave.) in Greeley, offering a new bike shop specializing in e-bike sales, rentals and repairs.
“I may not stand out in any major way,” Cade humbly says. “But I offer that ‘traditional bike shop feel’—the kind of place where customers feel like they’re getting a warm hug.”
A new father to five-month-old Levi, Cade runs the shop with his wife, Brittney, his high school sweetheart. Though he’s worked at larger chain stores in the region, he prefers the close, personal connection he can foster with customers here in Greeley.
“I can sell my customers a quality e-bike for less than the big box locations,” he explains. “That’s what sets me apart.”
Originally from Texas, Cade moved to Greeley in 2020 and opened Blue Sky Cycles in 2023, just as bike sales were booming post-Covid. A lifelong “bike nut,” he’s worked in every facet of cycling—from BMX racing to delivering bike parts for a Denver-based warehouse.
With winter approaching, Cade encourages locals to consider e-bikes with “fat” tires that can glide through snow and ice. “They’re perfect for winter rides,” he says, hoping to provide an ideal holiday gift.
The future is e-bikes
These "little mopeds," as Cade has referred to them, are doubly enjoyable as the rider has the choice between flipping the switch for an electric-powered propulsion or engaging his own human-based pedal-power. Cade's e-bikes are fast, durable, zippy with a powerful motor and can also provide a terrific source of exercise.
The value of a reasonably priced e-bike
Cade moved to Greeley for its relaxed vibe and saw a need for affordable entry-level e-bikes. “Aventons are great 'starter bikes,'” he says, “at $1,000 with a solid warranty.” His goal is to make e-bikes accessible to all. Customers can rent for $50 a day, credited toward purchase, plus get free lifetime tune-ups with any bike bought.
Happy trails!
"What we've got here is the Poudre River Trail," Cade says of the 21-mile path from Greeley to Windsor. "There's a few other little trails and parks in Evans, too," Cade adds. "Twenty miles may seem a bit far for 'Grandma,' but you get her on an e-bike and it's like an 'equalizer.' Now she can ride the whole way, right along with you!"
The gift that keeps on ... trekking!
Another reason that Cade is proud to be operating his business in Greeley is because Greeley-ites love to shop local and support its burgeoning, small and independent-run businesses. Cade can't wait to let more local denizens in on the fun of owning and riding an e-bike, which he also highly recommends as a unique gift for the person who "has everything!"
With prices starting at around $1,000 for a quality Aventon e-bike, they are the perfect gift this holiday season. Visit the store in person or online for all of your bike and e-bike needs: 916 8th Ave. and/or blueskycyclesco.com.