Gilbert offers some great opportunities for trail bike riding. There are many trails within the city and more adventurous ones nearby. There’s no better way to experience the outdoors than from getting up close and personal on a bike. We reached out to Global Bikes to help us learn a little more. Global Bikes is Arizona's top rated and 8 times running "America's Best" Rated Bike Shop by the NBDA.
What is Canal System Biking?
The Canal System connects much of greater Phoenix with safe, traffic free, pedestrian and cycling dedicated paved and un-paved trails. Not far from the Global Bikes store on Gilbert Road is the Western Canal that can take riders from downtown to Freestone Park and further on to the Riparian Preserve. If you head west on the Western Canal you can reach Tempe Town Lake and even head north all the way to downtown Scottsdale.
"I would highly recommend trying an E-bike. E-bikes are wildly popular and offer a fantastic way to explore Gilbert's network of canal paths." A map of the canals can be found at Azmag.gov/bike.
Where is a good place to mountain bike?
The surrounding area is full of great places to explore and experience the wild Sonoran Desert. At Phoenix's South Mountain, you can prove your ability to navigate rocks and boulders on the South Mountain Trail or casually cruise the Desert Classic singletrack. In Fountain Hills, McDowell Sonoran Preserve offers a competitive loop and miles of rolling terrain. One of the most popular East Valley for mountain biking is the Hawes Trail Network. With help from the Hawes trail alliance this network of trails has something to offer every skill level from the novice to the most advanced riders.
What are some tips for beginning riders?
My best tips are to bring plenty of water and ride within your limits. The desert is quite an unforgiving place to land in the dirt.
Global Bikes has been a part of Gilbert since 2001. We carry all types of bikes including kids’ bikes, comfort bikes, road bikes, mountain bikes, gravel, and E-bikes. Global Bikes Gilbert is your go-to Trek, Scott, Gazelle, Pivot, Super73, and Aventon bikes dealer .
“The easiest way to choose the best bike for you is to talk with us. Our team can help answer questions and recommend options to meet the needs of most riders. Plus, by stopping by the store you have a chance to touch, feel and experience many of the top brands and newest models. I would highly recommend trying an E-bike. E-bikes are wildly popular and offer a fantastic way to explore Gilbert's network of canal paths.”
We also offer group rides and maintenance classes available at Global Bikes Meet-up page globalbikes.info
