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Get Into Gear: Awesome bike shops in San Diego County

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Adams Avenue Bicycles is a beloved Uptown cycling staple. | Photo via Adams Avenue Bicycles
According to Bloomberg, bicycle trips in the San Diego metro area soared 71% from 2019 to 2022. With SD’s increase in bike sales and ongoing focus on cycling lanes, the city showed the second highest growth for biking in the US.

Let’s take a ride through 11 wheelie nice local bike shops where you can get new gear or tune-up your ride.

Adams Avenue Bicycles, 2602 Adams Ave.

This Uptown favorite has been around since 1978 and is known for its top-notch service and cool inventory, even offering custom builds. It’s open Tuesday-Saturday, starting at 10 a.m.

Pacific Beach Bike Shop, 1815 Garnet Ave.

There’s no better way to cruise around PB than by bike. This neighborhood shop offers beach cruisers, kids’ options, electric bikes, BMX rides, and bike rentals. It’s open daily, 9:30 a.m.-5:30 p.m.

SD Pacific Beach Bike Shop

There’s no better way to cruise around PB than by bike, right?

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Mission Hills Bike Shop, 141 W. Washington St.

Serving SD since 1938, this business is a staple of the Mission Hills community. It sells a small selection of bikes and gear and offers repairs. It’s open Monday-Saturday, starting at 9 a.m.

Q Bikes, 4592 Clairemont Dr., Ste. 110

Established in 1972, this Clairemont shop — with a second location in Lemon Grove — offers road bikes, BMX rides, and commuter bikes, and also specializes in the art of frame repairs. It’s open daily; hours vary.

SD Griff Electric Bikes Encinitas

The family-owned Griff Electric Bikes specializes in 52-volt beauties.

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Photo via Griff Electric Bikes

Griff Electric Bikes, 1900 N. Coast Highway 101, #A

This Encinitas shop is owned by a Carlsbad family. They offer top-of-the-line, 52-volt electric bikes named after beloved North County surf spots like Moonlight and Grandview, with speeds up to 28 mph.
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Events
Tuesday, Oct. 24
  • Intersections Concert: Yale Strom and Hot Pstromi | Tuesday, Oct. 24 | 6-8:30 p.m. | UC San Diego Park & Market, 1100 Market St., San Diego | $25-$35 | The New York-founded violinist and klezmer act performs with guests.
  • Candlelight Tour of the Gaslamp Museum | Tuesday, Oct. 24 | 7 p.m. | Davis-Horton House, 410 Island Ave., San Diego | $15 | We’re not saying this historic house is haunted, but this dimly lit tour will explore the building’s history and awaken past stories.
  • Fabio Rabin | Tuesday, Oct. 24 | 7 p.m. | The Music Box, 1337 India St., San Diego | $32-$50 | The Brazilian comedian, host, and actor brings his stand-up to San Diego.
  • Park N’ Chill | Tuesday, Oct. 24 | 8-11 p.m. | Ventura Cove, 1100 block of West Mission Bay Drive, San Diego | Free | Check out cars, trucks, bikes, and vendors at this family-friendly event.
Wednesday, Oct. 25
  • Savage Gardens | Through Sunday, Oct. 29 | 9 a.m.-5 p.m. | San Diego Botanic Garden, 300 Quail Gardens Dr., Encinitas | $10-$18 | It’s your final chance to explore the bizarre and captivating world of carnivorous plants at this 8,000-sqft exhibit.
  • Free Admission: International Artists Day | Wednesday, Oct. 25 | 11 a.m.-9 p.m. | WNDR Museum, 422 Market St., San Diego | Free | The immersive museum celebrates artists worldwide by offering free entry on this special day.
  • Cajon Classic Cruise | Wednesday, Oct. 25 | 5-7:30 p.m. | Magnolia and Main streets, El Cajon | Free | It’s the final run of the 2023 season for this East County Car show with a trunk-or-treat theme — it’ll rev back up next spring.
  • Latonia Moore and J’Nai Bridges | Wednesday, Oct. 25 | 7:30 p.m. | Balboa Theatre, 868 Fourth Ave., San Diego | $50+ | The Grammy Award-winning soprano and mezzo-soprano unite for a concert with the San Diego Symphony.
Thursday, Oct. 26
  • Cooking Class: Spanish Paella | Thursday, Oct. 26 | 6:30-8:30 p.m. | Subterranean Coffee Boutique North Park, 3764 30th St., San Diego | $59 | Learn to make paella with saffron, smoky chorizo, shrimp, and veggies — the quintessential Spanish dish usually made over an open fire.
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Wellness

Hear the crisp crunch of autumn leaves more clearly

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A user holds the Horizon Go by hear.com. | Photo by hear.com
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News Notes
Weather
  • Long-term weather is difficult to predict these days, but local experts are doing their best to prepare for whatever lies ahead, including an El Niño winter. National Weather Service Meteorologist Alex Tardy believes this winter will be 30-40% wetter than average, with at least six atmospheric rivers.
Civic
  • The Port of San Diego has approved a $1.5 million project to update the infrastructure of the Imperial Beach Pier — though its refurbishment has been constant over the last five years. The newest upgrades will include replacing two piles, fixing utility lines, and rewiring lighting and electrical panels. (NBC 7)
Open
  • Korean barbecue restaurant Manna Heaven BBQ has opened a new location at Westfield Plaza Bonita in National City. Owner Sean Yeo already runs eateries in Convoy, Chula Vista, Mira Mesa, and San Marcos, and is eyeing expansions in UTC, the College Area, North County, and San Ysidro. (Eater San Diego)
Concert
  • Poway’s own blink-182 will keep their reunion going next year with their 30-city “One More Time” tour. The pop punk icons will perform their “Rock Show” at Petco Park on June 30, 2024. Presale tickets go on sale today at 10 a.m., and general public tickets this Friday, Oct. 27.
Biz
  • New brewery Sunny Grove Brewing — originally planned for Lemon Grove — is switching course, taking over the former site of Pacific Islander Beer Co. in Santee, which shuttered over the summer. Married couple Scott and Tessa Christian will run the biz, which they hope to debut by spring or summer 2024. (SanDiegoBeer.News)
Eat
  • Today is Drake’s birthday and the rapper is giving everyone a free Hot Chicken Slider from Dave’s Hot Chicken. The chain runs restaurants in PB, Mira Mesa, El Cajon, Escondido, and Oceanside but you’ve gotta make that hotline bling to get the freebie: Scan your Dave’s app at the register.
Answered
  • Reactions to the new San Diego FC’s team name, logo, and crest are mixed, and SDtoday readers have ideas. Name suggestions include the San Diego Riptides, Mission FC, and Marine Slayers. Several readers also think the club should merge with the folding San Diego Loyal. What are your thoughts?
Health
  • Sharp HealthCare oncologist Dr. Reema Barta treats women for breast cancer daily, but being diagnosed with breast cancer herself has given her new perspective. Barta said early detection via a mammogram saved her life, and she encourages all women to keep up on their exams. Find a screening location.
Ranked
  • It’s OK, boo. According to a new study by the Thriving Center of Psychology, San Diego is the No. 8 city in the US where Gen Z and Millennials are most likely to “ghost” someone — as in abruptly stop communication with someone without an explanation. (Thriving Center of Psychology)
Sports
  • The San Diego Seals will celebrate SoCal heritage with a Retro Skate/Surf Night theme game at Pechanga Arena on Friday, Dec. 29. The box lacrosse team called those sports “essential to the identity of San Diego,” so they’re stoked for a match that will include pre-game skate ramps.
Arts

🎨 Atrium art rises

The Nat unveils colorful Atrium mural ahead of 150th anniversary

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Eva Struble’s “Frasera” mural spans three stories in inside The Nat’s atrium — right behind “Allie.” | Photo via The San Diego Natural History Museum
The San Diego Natural History Museum, aka The Nat, has added a little something to its Atrium: “Frasera,” a 33-ft mural created by local artist and SDSU professor Eva Struble.

Now, when visitors walk into the north entrance, they’ll see Struble’s artwork soaring three stories high at the museum’s center, where it’ll remain on display through 2024.

Assisted by muralist Jonny Pucci, Struble has been working on the mural for weeks. It’s inspired by specimens in The Nat’s collection and the rich biodiversity of San Diego County and Baja California, including Iron Mountain and the Pacific Ocean.

The Atrium refresh is part of The Nat’s plan to debut more visitor amenities as it prepares to celebrate its 150th anniversary next year (fun fact: It was founded by amateur naturalists way back in 1874). A new welcome desk and guest seating will be installed in the space in early 2024.
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The Wrap
 
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From the editor
Michael and I got into the spirit of the season with a recent screening of “Hocus Pocus” at Rooftop Cinema Club Embarcadero. The outdoor theater is located on the fourth floor terrace of the Manchester Grand Hyatt San Diego and we loved the gorgeous views of the skyline.

The venue is screening more seasonal classics through the end of this month including “The Nightmare Before Christmas,” “The Craft,” “The Addams Family,” “Scream,” and — of course — “Halloween.”
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