The Great Escape

The Great Escape bike and hobby shop opened its doors in Greenville, SC in 1973, and has since become a landmark on Laurens Road. With a giant, 20ft bicycle on the top of the store it is certainly hard to miss. The Great Escape bike shop offers a vast selection of bicycles, and riding and safety gear, even offering a “Women Only” section for those items specifically needed or desired by women. The owners of the Great Escape have always had a love for biking and want to pass that passion on to others, whether they are experienced or novice riders. The Great Escape bike shop wants to relay to the Greenville community that bike riding is a wonderful experience no matter what your age or gender. With the addition of the Swamp Rabbit Trail, bike riders now have a great place to ride safely, while spending quality time outdoors with family, friends, or even solo. Bike riding is great exercise, and is an activity that moms can get the whole family involved in. The Great Escape believes strongly in the value of customer satisfaction. From the time you enter the store you are greeted with a warm welcome and made to feel comfortable, regardless of your knowledge of bicycles. The designated “Women Only” section is a place where women are able to find items that cater specifically to the needs of female bike riders. The employees at The Great Escape are trained to help you find a bike that you will love, and that fits your body correctly. With the German engineered Body Scanner, which takes body specific measurements, a rider is certain to be fitted with a bicycle that is comfortable, efficient, and most of all, enjoyable! The Great Escape also houses a mechanic shop, where broken bikes are repaired by bicycle mechanics that have over 100 years of combined experience. Whether you are an avid cyclist, or haven’t been on a bike since you were seven, The Great Escape bike shop is a place where you can find what you need and feel confident with your selection. The Great Escape also has a hobby shop inside the store where you can find radio controlled planes, trains, cars and more. The Great Escape in Greenville is located at 1426 Laurens Road. Other stores are located in Anderson and Spartanburg. For more information, please visit www.greatescapebikes.com .