Our friends over at Demolition Parts have recently been developing some wax. We just got some in and they look (and smell) great. The wax is now available in a 6.3 oz. soap bar wax block in white. The team over at Demolition chose white "so they could wax up their spots without staining them different colors, which would eventually get their spots blown up and shut down." Check out the wax in our online store by clicking here >> (Photo via Demolition Parts Blog)

Throwback to October 23rd, 2011 - City Grounds helped sponsor a NJS Bike Show and track racing event at the Encino Velodrome. There were raffles, giveaways, food, racing and more. Good times, good people, good throwback thursday memories! Check out the video recap of the event below and enjoy: See the original post here >>

The new SL42 wheelset from H Plus Son combines the look of the popular H Plus Son Formation Face rims, with a deep 42MM rim profile but adds an extra element. After over a year in development, the SL42 still remains as stiff, aerodynamic and light as the Formation Face but now includes a machined side wall for use of rim brakes. The machined side wall comes painted to match the color of the rim and keep that great deep dish look without an obtrusive brake track. I always wanted the look of the H Plus Son Formation Face rims,...

The new Thunderdome track frameset from All-City is now in stock! The team over at All-City really put together a beautiful frameset by adapting the geometry of their Big Block to a competition velodrome style complete with a carbon fork. As an ode to the old Cannondale track bikes, they went with traditional round tubing, a standard 1-1/8" headset and polished panels on the downtube and chainstay. The All-City Thunderdome is available now for $650.00 in black/polished chrome here >> Shop Now >> Photo via All-City's Flickr (here)

If you have been to our Costa Mesa shop lately you might have noticed it looks a little different. We've moved things around, added here and there and made changes to ensure we give our customers a ton of options. If you are local to the shop or plan on visiting the area soon make sure you stop by and check it out! Did I forget to mention we have a Cinelli Laser just hangin' around? Need service? We've got you covered! The new tire wall complete with tires from Vittoria, Continental, Michelin, Specialized and many more. Hope to see...

In case you missed it, our community pages are back in action with brand new content added and updates continuously being made. Our latest addition is a bike check for Costa Mesa staff member Timmy Coloma. Timmy has been working at City Grounds for a little while now and in that time has built up a great looking Unknown PS1 Pursuit bike. Check out his full bike check and rider page by clicking here >> See the full photo gallery, bike check specs and leave some comments by clicking here >>

Here are some of our latest favorite #citygrounds tagged photos on Instagram. Make sure to follow the official City Grounds Instagram here: http://instagram.com/citygrounds @Itsfixedgearnotfixie stopped by our Costa Mesa shop and snapped a great shot of the sign outside and the rest of Newport Blvd. Our very own @cbasilio headed out to the Agenda Tradeshow in Long Beach this past weekend to check out the brands, trends and become best friends with Chris Brown. @hist8t bike build costs more than my car, so that deserves a spot on the blog. @Boostamante has been taking some great shots of his SE Draft...

1. Voted Best Bike Shop in Long Beach The Long Beach Post held a "Best of Long Beach" competition and with your support City Grounds Long Beach was named Best Bike Shop! The Post did a great write up and interview of the staff - we couldn't be more proud and we couldn't have done it without our amazing staff and customers. (Read more >>) 2. Moved Into New Warehouse Location! Along with our shops in Long Beach and Costa Mesa, we also have a warehouse location for added storage and processing of our online orders. We made the move...

New from Unknown Bikes are the PS1 Pursuit Frames available in Hi Polish Chrome and Red. These frames combine a fairly aggressive pursuit style geometry and some great color options. The price is great too, you can pick one of these up today for $380.00, which compared to similar style frames is a steal! Check them out in our online store here >>  

Our friends over at Wolfpack Hustle were featured today in a Los Angeles Times article. We have enjoyed working with Don and the Wolfpack crew in the past for events and it's exciting to see them getting some great coverage for their positive influence on the cycling community. There is also an interesting dialogue going on in the comments section - some people advocating these kinds of rides, some internet tough guys and of course a troll or two. Whatever the case, we are glad to see a open discussion going on about cycling! ---------- Excerpt from the article (via...

Found this great video in the CG archives featuring Matt Spencer, Marwin Ou, Congo Mitchell and Corey San Agustin hitting up some local spots in Long Beach. Perfect for throwback thursday - enjoy: Check out more videos on our YouTube page: http://www.youtube.com/citygroundstv

Timeless style. Perfect materials. Those were what 1974 was all about. Now, add modern technology and you get a great fitting glove with a little nostalgia attached to it. They look good, they feel good, and they even smell good (No, really). If you are looking for some new gloves that will last and fit like a dream, we highly recommend the Specialized '74 Leather gloves >> Available in full ($55) or half fingered ($45). Some technical info & features: - Supple Pittards® leather micro perf upper - Top hand Lycra flex zones - Body Geometry technology reduces hand numbness...

Happy Holidays from City Grounds! We hope everyone is enjoying the holiday celebrations and getting ready to head into the New Year! Just in case you were planning on heading into a CG store for some last minute shopping, our holiday hours for Costa Mesa & Long Beach are: December 24th, 2012: 11:00 A.M. - 5:00 P.M. December 25th, 2012: Closed December 26th & Beyond: Mon - Sat: 11am - 7pm, Sun: 11am - 6pm And ... if you are looking for a last minute gift that you can't miss on, swing by the store and grab a gift card!

We missed Throwback Thursday but that's why Flashback Friday was invented. Check out  one of our favorite videos from the archives - our re-opening party for City Grounds Costa Mesa after we expanded the shop in 2011. Such a good night full of great friends, gold sprints, free stuff and plenty of beverage consumption. Filmed by Dave Jaranilla & Cbas // Music: The Weeknd Check out more videos on our YouTube page here: http://www.youtube.com/citygroundstv

City Grounds Costa Mesa is hosting a ride on Sunday, December 23rd for the Newport Beach Christmas Boat Parade! We are planning to meet at the Costa Mesa shop at 5pm, ride out at 6pm and check out the boat parade. This is a slow pace, short and relaxed ride to celebrate the holidays, the year and enjoy the show. We encourage everyone to bring friends and family - the more the merrier! *Bring your own beverages! Costa Mesa City Grounds: 1810 Newport Blvd. Costa Mesa, CA 92627 More about the Boat Parade: "Join over a million viewers as you...

A while back we switched our website to a new platform, many of you might have noticed the new shopping features such as filtered navigation, quick shop, new payment methods, etc. With the changes we had to re-create our website from the ground up - not the easiest thing to do! Before the switch we had been slowly and thoughtfully building up a Community section - a place that represented the lifestyle and people that made up City Grounds. However, since the switch we have been trying to perfect the shopping aspect of our website and have had less time...

It's been a while since we have posted one of these but here are our latest favorite #citygrounds tagged photos on Instagram. Make sure to follow the official City Grounds Instagram here: http://instagram.com/citygrounds @ERIKMOUA at our Costa Mesa shop checking everything out. Friend of the shop @VDECKERV showing off his ride and CG Kit, adding his own style with teal arm warmers. We need to get him hooked up with some CG arm & leg warmers! @_ERICRODRIGUEZ just built up his new Fuji 2.0 Track bike, looks good! @7ifebui7dcu7ture with the limited edition Kryptonite lock and CG stickers. Long Beach staff...

Stumbled on a video featuring Marty Malana created by Marwin Ou way back in 2009. Can't beat the good ol' days - riding fast and having fun. Enjoy: Photo by Matt Lingo for City Grounds

Over the last few years we have been slowly growing our bike selection which was originally rooted in fixed gear and single speed bicycles to now include all different types. You name it, we probably have it - from BMX to commuters and all the way to cruisers. We have also been very slowly growing our road bikes section, bringing in new brands and models for every type of rider. The most recent addition to our selection of road bikes is the 2013 Specialized road line. We've carefully selected a few models to add to accommodate the growing demand and interest in...

And the winner of the Fuji Track 2.0 Complete Bike Black Friday Raffle is... Ticket # 518501 Congratulations to the winner and thank you to everyone who chose to shop locally on Black Friday and support our shops! The winner of the raffle has until Friday, December 7th, 2012 to claim the prize. If a winner does not come forward by then we will have to draw a new ticket. If you have the winning ticket, please contact us at 1-866-550-7423 or through e-mail at info@citygrounds.com.

Daily Deals start today and run through December 25th! Each day we will be announcing a new Daily Deal that lasts 24 hours and expires that day at Midnight PST. We have some crazy deals lined up so don't miss out - keep checking our Daily Deals page to stay updated on the current deal. Click here to see the full calendar >>

City Grounds Team Rider Bud Abille was out in Korea recently to participate in the King of Track race series. Bud ended up taking first in the King of Criterium street race and taking home an amazing looking purple Cinelli Histogram Frameset. We love seeing our team riders out there representing, competing and most importantly having fun doing what they love. Congrats Bud! Check out some of the great videos below which recap the experience of racing out there in Korea from Live Team 312 & King of Track: FILM : OVER WEIGHT MUSIC : 누워서 떡먹기 kingoftrack.com liveteam312.com Move...

It's that time of year to be thankful - especially for our Black Friday Sale! We have some crazy deals going on this year that you do not want to miss! We have even started the sale earlier this year - as in RIGHT NOW! Shop online (click here to shop now) or visit our stores (click here for locations) now to beat the rush. Check out the flyer below for more information and stay tuned for updates (PLUS a special Black Friday announcement for our local customers headed to the store on November 23rd coming very soon..!) Shopping online?...

We have just received a new batch of Fuji Track 2.0 bikes back in stock. One of our favorite complete builds this year at such a great price for its quality made frameset and components. Check out an up-close and personal look into the details of this awesome bike. Frameset available HERE Parts and Components available HERE  

Mavic Ellipse wheels prove to be an outstanding choice for the competitive and go-fast cyclists having an aerodynamic design that gives good response when accelerating. Some of its benefits include: 30mm deep welded rim profile, bladed and low spoke count, and under 1900 grams for both wheels. The look, feel, and design of these rims really live up to its promise by the Mavic team who have a great passion for the sport of cycling.  SHOP HERE 

Being seen is important for riders going up against some of the traffic on the streets. From the busy metropolitan streets of Los Angeles, Chicago, New York and such, visibility would be most ideal for both riders and car motorists. What better way to do so with style as the Knog Blinders come in cool LED flash designs with shapes such as the arrow, circle, X-out,  and stripes. A cool bonus: USB-rechargeable, meaning that you no longer have to buy batteries and can charge straight out of your laptop or computer. Check out some cool pictures from Knog - see how much...

Wireless computers are a great way to keep track of your riding performance. Knowing such information can help develop yourself into becoming a stronger rider. All available conveniently at your finger tips, we recommend some of these Wireless Computers for your long cycling rides.   CANNONDALE IQ300 WIRELESS COMPUTER: This 18 function touch cycling computer eliminates buttons and allows for clean set up and use. It has an automatic on/off and two power saving modes and a back light for night riding. The low profile shape makes it easy to mount onto a stem or handlebar. Some of the key features of...

The 2013 winter season is creeping up fast with the shorter days and colder nights. For those of us who seem to get out and bare the cold, being prepared and equipped can really make rides enjoyable. Below are a few recommendations we have for your winter riding needs: BLACKBURN SPLASHBOARD COMBO: When its wet out there, these fenders really help protect against mud and water so that you don't have a happy trail running up your back. They mount securely and easily on most framesets. Attaches on the downtube and seatpost. BUY HERE      SPECIALIZED XC LITE GLOVES:...

Specialized Cycling shoes are some of the best quality high-end road shoes in the market. They have released the Sport Shoe for 2013 with an affordable design that is perfect for beginning road enthusiasts. The new injection-molded vented sole is stiff and light. The Performance-enhancing Body Geometry in the outsole and foot bed give this shoe a very comfortable fit by a 3-strap Velcro to ensure a secure and superior closure. The synthetic upper with mesh is what keeps the air flowing, keeping you feel 'cool' inside and out. Tip: Fits 3-bolt SPD style cleat systems BUY HERE Buy the Specialized 2013 Sport Shoe...

The 2013 Bianchi Super Pista is one of the most desirable track frames available. Continuing the now retired Pista Concept, the Super Pista updates and brings back the 2004 colorway of Black and signature Bianchi Celeste. A few changes are seen from the Pista Concept to the Super Pista. The first obvious change is the seat tube. The Super Pista seat tube has a deeper profile than the Pista Concept of before. Other changes to the Super Pista include a removable seat post collar, thicker chainstay tubing, and the fork is now drilled for brakes. With all these changes, Bianchi...

Rustic Dime is a Los Angeles-based company that started in 2009 and has established themselves for their style, fit, and comfort. There is one more thing to add to that - PRICE.  Rustic Dime comes in two styles - Slim and Skinny - and a number of washes that do not need any break-in period. Made in the USA. paying close attention to detail with their front button fastener comes in a few different washes // slim and skinny fit quality made and crafted  Shop ALL RUSTIC DIME HERE! Shop ALL RUSTIC DIME HERE! Shop ALL RUSTIC DIME HERE! Shop ALL RUSTIC DIME HERE!

Just in are Lezyne Engineered Design products! They produce quality cycling accessories with exceptional design! Blending form and function, Lezyne Engineering focuses on their love for cycling as well as design. Lezyne Engineering's high standards is what sets them apart from the rest.  From Saddle bags, lights, pumps, and wallets - they make it ALL! Shop Here >>>> Lezyne Engineered Design   TWIN KIT: A compact, all-in-one tire repair kit. It comes with the new Twin Speed Drive, two threaded 16g CO2 cartridges, Lever Kit, and a neoprene/velcro strap to hold it all together. The kit easily fits in most packs and jersey...

There are a few things you should never leave behind when out and about riding your bike. We have a few suggestions for the essentials when hitting the streets for those long distances. Riding terrain for cyclists are not always in the best conditions and every now and then we are left on the side of the road with different types of problems. Being equipped with the right tools can help keep your ride going. The Specialized Starter Kit is perfect for riding and storing with its lightweight and compact design. It includes everything you need to carry and more. The...

City Grounds team rider Bud Abille has been all over the place lately - winning races left and right and now having a feature interview in the Italy based Cykeln Magazine. Good friend of the shop Dave Jaranilla shot some photographs for the interview and was kind enough to send them over. Check out some of our favorites from the photoshoot and scroll down to the bottom of this post to see the complete interview (starts on page 45). Good job Bud and thanks for the shoutout! Open publication - Free publishing - More cykeln All Photography C/O Dave Jaranilla...

The Alive x Cadence Occasion Watches are one of our favorite accessories!  Our very own,  Abby, tested the watch for it's special powers and benefits! She gives this product a 'Thumbs Up' rating and loves the style points for these beautifully constructed watches by Alive Athletics. The Titanium + Germanium construction is said to strengthen ones immune system, speed up metabolism, relieve joint and pain muscles, relieve fatigue and stress, maintain body temperature, and more! Shop Here>>>

When we got the new Limited Edition Leader 725 Mid LTD frames in - we knew we had to show them off with a proper build. We went all out on these two builds by incorporating everything from high quality carbon Leader components, performance wheels such as the Campagnolo Pista's and HED3's, and our staff favorite crankset - the SRAM Omnium. Check out the photoset below and click here to get your frame today >> Limited Edition Leader 725 Mid LTD - Blood Orange (MSRP $399, NOW $379) >> Limited Edition Leader 725 Mid LTD - Silver (MSRP $399, NOW $379) >>...

We just got in these LIMITED EDITION 2013 Leader 725 Mid LTD Frames. This special run of the popular 725 Mid model is available in two City Grounds ONLY exclusive colors -blood orange and silver. These will definitely fly off the shelves so pick up your frame at your local City Grounds store or click here to shop online now >> Pictures don't always do the products justice, so we made a quick video to give you a better view of this beautiful frame. Check out the latest installment of our Visual Product Presentation series featuring the Limited Edition Leader...

We just received Herschel Supply Co.'s special edition 'holiday' collection. With this collection Herschel reinvents some of its most popular styles including the Little America, Settlement, Standard and Survey with new colorways and materials. Some of the featured highlights are the all blacked out bags and backpacks, use of new materials such as denim, and subtle hits of patterns such as plaid. Since these are a special edition collection the quantities are VERY limited. So, make sure to check out all of the new styles and colors by clicking here >> Click here to shop now >>

Summer is long gone and it's starting to cool off -which means it's time to break out the arm and leg warmers for those cold weather rides. We've teamed up with Endo Customs once again to bring you some arm ($54) & knee ($64) warmers with subtle City Grounds logo hits. These are only available in limited quantities and if our CG Kit was any indication, these should move fast! Check them out in our online store by clicking here >> Click here to shop >>  

We recently discovered this beauty, a Geekhouse Rockcity 54cm Orange Frameset that was hiding out in our warehouse. Geekhouse products are all handmade in the USA and are known for their attention to detail, bold colors and truly high quality. This particular frameset is a mix of tight track clearances and traditional road-style comfort and is made from entirely US produced True Temper double-butted steel and domestically machined parts. These are EXTREMELY limited, as in we only have ONE! Don't miss out on this great deal and amazing frameset for $1299.00 (Reg. $1499.99), click here to shop now >> Learn more...

In our third installment of our Visual Product Presentation series we decided to focus on the 2012 Fuji Track 1.0 frameset. This frameset features a clean blue, silver & white color scheme, carbon seatpost with alloy clamp, straight blade integrated carbon fork with 1 1/8" carbon steerer. We also just marked this frame down from  its regular price of $1,179.00 to  now ONLY $675.00! Check out the video below or click here to shop now >>

Whenever we feature a brand or recommend a product it is because we actually use it, enjoy it and want to help our customers out by giving some input. When it comes to helmets, we only carry a few select brands because based on inadvertent crash testing, comfort and style we truly think these brands are the best quality and value. This week's featured brand is Lazer Helmets. We just got a large shipment of these in stock including the Lazer O2, Genesis, Neon, Compact and 2x3M Carbon. What's nice about this selection of helmets is that they can cater...

Our 'Visual Product Presentation' series continues with the 2012 Fuji Track 2.0 Fixed Gear Bike. This has easily been one of our most popular products since we announced it's arrival a few weeks ago on the blog. It's easy to see why people are loving this bike with features such as a aero style carbon seatpost, Selle Italia X1 saddle, carbon straight blade fork and much more. PLUS it's marked down from $1,299 to now ONLY $899. Check out the video below and click here to shop now. *We will be getting a restock on additional sizes of this bike...

We tend to get pretty excited around here when new bikes start rolling in. Especially when you can tell a company is thinking about the customers first and how to create a product that not only looks good, but more importantly caters to the needs of the customer. The new 2013 SE Tripel is a perfect example of this type of thinking. It's got the good looks - emulating a single speed / minimal design but it also has the functionality of a true commuter bike with the addition of the Shimano Nexus 3-speed internal hub and coaster brake. (PLUS,...

Leader I-06 Carbon Fork's are back in stock! These forks feature a 1 1/8" alloy steerer tube, carbon fiber fork blades and minimal black on black logo hits. Retailing at $199, these are a great way to upgrade your bike! Check out the Leader I-06 Carbon Fork by clicking here to shop now >> Shop now >>

Last week we introduced you to the Fuji Track 2.0 complete bike (which is already almost sold out!). Many of you loved the bike, but some were looking for just a frameset. Now you're in luck with the Fuji Track 1.0 - which comes complete with an straight blade integrated carbon fork, headset and carbon seat post with an alloy clamp. Now available in a great and very bold blue, silver and white paint scheme in sizes 52, 54, 56, 58 and 61. Check it out on our online store by clicking here >>

SE Bikes has really been killing it with their new line of 2013 bikes. First it was the Primetime 26" that can be a BMX or fixed gear freestyle bike, and now its the SE Tripel which is a perfect urban commuter bike. The Tripel, which looks similiar to the Draft & Draft Lite in styling, switches it up with a 3-speed internal coaster brake. This bike gives you the minimalistic look of a single speed but all the functionality you need when commuting. Other great features include swept back handlebars, classic saddle with bottle opener and high profile double wall rims....

We always get pretty excited this time of the year when all of the new 2013 bikes start rolling in. One of the most recent arrivals is the SE Primetime BMX Bike available in a matte black color with gold accents. This bike is a little bit of everything - tough BMX bike, but with 26" wheels it is more than capable to handle dirt jumps. Not only that, but add in the fixed/free rear hub and removable brake mounts and you have yourself a fixed gear freestyle trick bike. It's always nice to have a choice and it comes...