We believe every cyclist deserves the perfect ride. At Contender Bikes, we’re dedicated to connecting you with exceptional bicycles that match your unique style and ambitions. Whether you’re drawn to the open road, rugged gravel paths, or challenging mountain trails, our curated collection features leading brands like Orbea, SCOTT, Santa Cruz, and BMC, alongside innovative niche brands like OPEN. From seasoned racers to weekend adventurers, we offer a diverse range of bikes to elevate your cycling experience.
Explore our selection of top models, including the revolutionary Orbea Rise e-MTB, known for its lightweight design and powerful performance. For speed enthusiasts, the SCOTT Scale hardtail delivers unmatched XC prowess. Santa Cruz bikes, like the versatile Hightower, are celebrated for their trail-blazing reliability, while BMC’s Teammachine and Roadmachine offer race-ready performance with enduring comfort. If you seek boutique innovation, OPEN presents groundbreaking gravel and road bikes such as the WI.DE. and U.P.P.E.R.
Choose from our range of complete bikes or personalize your ride with a custom frameset. Whatever your cycling needs, Contender Bikes is here to guide you in finding the perfect fit and ensuring every ride is your best one yet.
Explore Our Premier Bike Brands
Orbea: Spanish Craftsmanship & Innovation
Orbea
Orbea, Spain’s largest bicycle manufacturer, stands as a testament to quality, meticulous craftsmanship, and forward-thinking design. While perhaps not as widely recognized in the U.S. as some brands, Orbea is a global favorite among both professional cyclists and passionate amateurs. Their bikes are a common sight at the highest levels of competition, with models like the Orbea Oiz dominating XCO World Cup courses and the incredibly light Orca road bike being the choice of the Lotto-Dstny team in the World Tour. Orbea has also been a pioneer in the lightweight e-mountain bike category, with the Orbea Rise redefining expectations with its exceptional range, power, and sleek integration. They were among the first to embrace the “lightweight” e-MTB concept, establishing themselves as industry leaders. Orbea’s commitment to personalization is also noteworthy, allowing riders to customize components and color schemes to perfectly match their individual preferences and needs. Whether your passion lies in road cycling, gravel adventures, or mountain biking thrills, Orbea’s versatile lineup offers a bike for every discipline, including pioneering electric road bikes like the Orbea Gain. For riders seeking a blend of performance, customization, and Spanish cycling heritage, Orbea bikes from Contender Bikes are an excellent choice.
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SCOTT: Innovation-Driven Performance
SCOTT
SCOTT Bikes consistently leads the cycling industry in technology and engineering, creating top-tier bicycles for riders of all levels. Driven by a deep passion for cycling, SCOTT collaborates closely with professional athletes to develop bikes that excel in speed, comfort, and durability. Whether you’re conquering challenging trails on a SCOTT Spark, exploring scenic gravel routes on the Addict Gravel, or pushing your limits with the innovative Lumen eMTB, SCOTT has a bike designed to elevate your ride. Offering a comprehensive range of bikes for road, gravel, mountain, and electric cycling, SCOTT emphasizes precision engineering, high-level performance, and seamless integration. Beyond their technical prowess, SCOTT bikes are also renowned for their striking aesthetics, making them some of the most visually appealing bikes available. For cyclists who demand cutting-edge technology, proven performance, and eye-catching design, SCOTT bikes at Contender Bikes are a compelling option.
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Santa Cruz: Trail-Blazing Reliability & Fun
Santa Cruz
Santa Cruz Bicycles masterfully blends cutting-edge innovation with a relaxed, adventurous spirit, resulting in exceptional off-road bikes purpose-built for exploration and fun. Their renowned virtual pivot point (VPP) suspension technology is at the heart of iconic models like the Hightower, Tallboy, and Nomad, delivering trail-blazing performance and control. From tackling technical descents on the Bronson to enjoying fast-paced trail rides on the Tallboy, Santa Cruz bikes are precision-engineered for unwavering reliability in demanding conditions.
A key aspect of Santa Cruz’s design philosophy is reliability through simplicity. They prioritize easy maintenance and readily available components, avoiding proprietary or hard-to-source parts. This commitment is evident in features like easily sourced headsets, standard seatpost and shock sizing, external cable routing options, and tube-in-tube internal cable routing where utilized. Reinforcing their dedication to quality and rider experience, Santa Cruz is famous for their industry-leading lifetime warranty on frames, lifetime bearing replacement program, and exceptional customer service. For mountain bikers who value robust construction, playful handling, and long-term reliability backed by outstanding support, Santa Cruz bikes from Contender Bikes are a top choice.
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BMC: Swiss Precision & Performance Engineering
BMC
BMC Switzerland has dedicated decades to pushing the boundaries of cycling performance, seamlessly integrating Swiss innovation and precision into every bicycle they create. Founded in 1994 in Switzerland, BMC draws upon a rich heritage of industrial excellence, producing bikes that excel across all cycling disciplines. Their legendary Teammachine road bike has achieved numerous Pro Tour victories, including the coveted Tour de France title, solidifying its status as a performance icon. For riders seeking versatility, the BMC Roadmachine offers a perfect blend of speed and all-day comfort, making it ideal for both competitive events and everyday riding. Gravel enthusiasts will appreciate the top-tier performance and durability of the BMC URS and Kaius gravel bikes, designed for demanding off-road adventures. BMC’s mountain bikes, such as the Fourstroke and Twostroke, consistently dominate cross-country races, demonstrating their unwavering commitment to quality and race-proven performance across the spectrum of cycling. For riders who demand the highest levels of engineering, performance, and Swiss precision, BMC bikes at Contender Bikes represent the pinnacle of cycling excellence.
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OPEN: Boutique Innovation & Rider-Focused Design
OPEN
OPEN embodies the spirit of a small, independent bike company with a significant mission: to create exceptional, performance-oriented bikes without the distractions of corporate pressures or excessive marketing. Founded by Andy Kessler, former CEO of BMC, and Gerard Vroomen, co-founder and former CEO of Cervélo, OPEN is built upon a shared passion for cycling and a deep commitment to simplicity, genuine innovation, and outstanding customer care. The dedicated team at OPEN designs bikes specifically for riders who prioritize the quality of the ride above brand hype or fleeting trends. They believe in fostering authentic, enduring connections with riders who seek a bike that performs as diligently as they do and remains relevant for years to come. For cyclists who appreciate minimalist design, cutting-edge innovation, and a direct connection to the bike’s creators, OPEN bikes from Contender Bikes offer a unique and highly rewarding riding experience.
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Make Every Ride Your Best Ride with Contender Bikes
In the nuanced world of cycling, every detail is crucial, and the right bike has the power to transform every ride into an unforgettable experience. Whether you’re competing for podium finishes, exploring uncharted trails, or simply enjoying a relaxed weekend ride, our carefully curated selection of bikes is engineered to meet your every cycling aspiration. From groundbreaking e-MTBs to race-ready road machines and versatile gravel bikes, we strive to offer models that represent the zenith of innovation and meticulous craftsmanship. At Contender Bikes, we are passionately dedicated to assisting you in discovering the perfect bicycle for your individual style, cycling goals, and personal aspirations—ensuring that each and every ride becomes your best ride yet. Let us partner with you to turn your cycling dreams into exhilarating reality.
