Did a rental through here and it was a great experience. Super helpful staff with good insight on the surrounding trail network. You can pretty much make your ride as technical or tame as you like and the rental bike is well equipped to handle the local terrain. Didnt buy anything but the shop was well stocked with quality gear as well. Wouldnt hesitate to bring my bike here if I lived in the area.

This place is the best. They were super helpful getting me out on the trail with a rental.They had a really good selection of shorts and stuff you will need on your ride.Top notch.

HUGE shout out and thank you to Mike and Doug for fixing my hydraulic brakes the day before Belgian Waffle Ride, Im not sure I would have finished the ride without them! Ill definitely make this my SoCal bike shop when Im visiting!

Best mountain bikes to rent! Manager at the front desk was amazing, wonderful trail to experience. Highly recommended!

Doug and Mike know the mountain bikes and mountain biking! They serviced our Canyon Spectral CF 7.0 a few times during the covid-19 pandemic, wonderful people, highly recommended.

Cool shop, friendly, helpful and knowledgeable staff. Sweet trails right out the front door. What else could you want from a mountain bike shop?

Hands down the only place I will ever go to buy a bike, get my current serviced or buy any gear. I cant say enough about this shop, Mike & Doug! These guys are top notch, and after frequenting a bunch of the shops around San Diego throughout the years these guys really stand out. Theyre passionate about what they do and it shows. Spending what I would consider a large sum of money on a bike I really feel confident in saying that these guys actually cared that I was getting something I was going to be happy with and not just looking to make a sale.I cant say it enough, if you care about talking to people who understand the sport, the equipment and the local rides then North of the Border is a no brainer!

Small Independent Bike Shop and not afraid to work on my Radrover. Most bike shops wont touch your Ebike if you didnt buy from them but no problem here!

Doug and Mike have been working on my (old) bike for years. Needless to say when it was time for a new one it had to be through them. Patience patience patience, it took me 2 months and countless visits before I pulled the trigger. Never did I feel pressured or obligated to go to the next build up. They sold me exactly what I wanted - I couldn’t be happier. They don’t have the mountains of inventory like other shops but what they do have is quality products, great attitudes and a passion about what they do. Whenever somebody asks me for a shop recommendation it will be North of the Border, thanks guys!

I would highly recommend this shop. Doug was extremely helpful in assisting me with a quick repair at no charge. He even greased my new pedals. Such cool dudes.

Called in and told them I need a derailer change and a break ajustment. They said they could take it today. Drive 30 minutes their and they said they cant work on it becuase its electric and some other reason. I showed them that its littlerally just a connect that needs to be unplugged but the guy their didnt want to listen and told me if its so easy you do it and to go to another bike shop. Also got to love this. There was electric bikes on the showroom floor. Thanks for wasting my time.

Great shop. Close to big trail network for your last minute needs.

This is an amazing bike shop! They treat you like family and make you feel welcomed, even when theyre busy it feels like a one on one experience and I always enjoy visiting! If I ever have an issue they welcome me right in and get my bike fixed! Whether on the road or in the canyon near by I would not hesitate to stop in and give the toughest little bike shop in San Diego a look. It might be tiny but they have always had what I need to keep me going, as well as all the bells and whistles!

Great bike shop, small but loaded with parts and accessories

Just got to Del Mar for a month long bike/surf tour. Bike arrived and the brakes were shot. Went to a few local bike shops which estimated 2-3 weeks repair time. Took the bike to North of the Border and Michael said he could bleed the brakes within 1-2 days - bike was ready the next day. These guys saved my trip! Big thank you to NBB, you guys rock!

Ive been coming here for as long as I can remember. Ive bought my last two bikes and my wife and sons bikes here. Mike and Doug are as good as it gets when giving you a true local bike shop experience. Truly the toughest little bike shop in San Diego!

Seem like nice folks. Only putting 4/5 since its a bike shop but only caters to MTB. Other than that Id patronize this shop when I want to go OFF roads. 5 if signage says MTB.

Do yourself a favor and buy your new Yeti here. You can thank me later...

Cool shop. Guy working the front is a bit snarky but its no big deal. *shrug*

Awesome little bike shop found in Sorrento Valley. Doug was totally on it when I order my bike for pick up. Awesome deal on a Salsa Timberjack. My nephew was so happy to get his bike today. Thank you guys.

I bought my dream bike from these guys the other day. Doug and Michael were great for whatever questions I had. Highly recommend North of the Border Bicycles for any bicycle needs!

This hidden gem has the best service and selection of any LBS Ive been in. Really top notch shop!

Highly recommend renting bikes here! The shop is located right by the trail head, making it super convenient. The staff was very friendly and helpful in giving directions and suggestions.

Leaving 5 star to not taint the score but this is a PSA so no one travels here to be refused. Unlike the post from 6 mo ago saying they worked on a RadRover I was just told they will not work on my RadRunner as its too heavy for their stands.

Quickly stopped in during a ride in the canyon. We met Doug and even got to try a new e-bike! Very friendly and great first experience. We will be back!

NotB is an awesome shop. The staff are friendly and knowledgeable, and they do repairs RIGHT. They removed a seized BB for me, chased the threads, and installed a new one at a reasonable price. A couple years later at overhaul I found the threads were still in great shape.

The customer service is phenomenal! This might be the only mountain bike rental shop close to a sweet riding park in the San Diego area! Just make sure to call ahead for availability. Will definitely come again! I highly recommend.

Brought my road bike in to have a spoke replaced and rear wheel trued. They recommended replacing the rear cable housing. They also adjusted my breaks, indexed my right down-tube shifter (first time in the 4 years Ive had the bike), and lubed up my chain. Took 4 business days but they were up front about the wait so I dont count it against them.$60 total.

Great LBS, always friendly and the best wheel builders in SD.

Had my fork rebuilt as well as some other routine maintenance completed here a few weeks ago. The fork was like butter and all of the other work was done just as expected. Very reasonable charges and quick turnaround. Ill definitely be using them for any future repair needs.

Doug and crew are the real deal. They know mountain bikes, treat every customer with respect, and invest in the local riding community. Just got back from a North of the Border Saturday shop ride. Great vibe.

This is the first bike shop I happened into when I moved to SD. The owner was super nice and helpful. They have a good selection of everything I need and the best socks in the mtb world.

The best mountain bike shop in San Diego

Awesome place to rent bikes! Had a great time today on the trails.

Doug and Michael of North of the Border Bike Shop are as good as it gets. I drive pretty far to see them but they always make it worth my time. Doug provides the great deals and Michael is a great mechanic!

Theyve done work on my bike twice. Both times the work was excellent, at a fair price, and done in a timely manner.

Nice bikes, good service. The store is next to trail start, I rented a bike and off I went. Easy.

Great Bike Shop! Doug at North of the Border was great. I had an issue with a warranty and they were very quick to get it take care of. The shop is also close to Rancho Penasquitos bike trails, so it’s a great place to stop for parts. Very happy with this shop.

Great place! Had a plastic on the trails, power line, kabol, the tunnel and the rest of the trials. Ask for Toby, hes there most of the time. He rides the trails often and gave us an amazing tour. Will most definitely go back.

These guys are die hards and really cool. Just a small shop that caters to real riders and newbys alike. Great service and a really chill atmosphere. If your looking for a great shop, this is it. Shop rides at 8am on Saturdays too.

Mike has been wrenching my bikes for 3 years. Bought a new ALL CARBON Marin Mt Vision XM8, just a great bike. I am comfortable recommending my friends to NB Bikes. I tell them you cant go wrong with Doug & Mike. Their prices are fair, best in town in expertise, they have the nice stuff. If you want a bike to ride to the super market buy it from Cosco. If you want a Mountain bike, or any other high performing shredder go to North of the Border Bikes. ... Hitt

Awesome bike shop with knowledgeable employees. I will not hesitate to recommend to my friends.

Either North of the Border doesnt keep up with their neighboring bike shops -- in what they serve --- OR North of the Border doesnt care to help customers who are not in the market what North of the Border services. My situation been about (need of) servicing high end road bike componentry I told NotB that I know they be of atb. But relied on NotB for any closeby referrals of such. I knew there had to be more bike shops within the Sorrento Valley area. All that was replied, to me, was about the Performance Bike Shop. But at some later time, I found of Cycle Quest on Roselle St --- even closer to the Coaster Station than North of the Border.

Very helpful and friendly.

Very knowledgeable staff would recommend to anyone who need help with their mountain bike problems!

I recently decided to pull the trigger on a new FS bike and made the rounds to all of the local bike shops (and online.) If you a looking to buy a mountain bike in the San Diego area it is worth your time to visit with Doug and Mike at North of the Border. I wanted a couple of components that were not offered “stock” on the bikes I was looking at. I settled on a KHS SixFifty (6500) and Doug ordered it and had it ready for delivery (with the mods) in 48 hours! Awesome deal too! Really happy with the bike also; Anybody that is thinking about a 650b bike, check out the KHS bikes.

Cool little independent bike shop.

Mike and Doug are the best. Been going to NOTB for years.

Doug and Mike are great guys who provide great service. No need to go anywhere else

Doug and Mike will go out of their way to take care of their customers.

Friendly and skilled staff, great bikes too!

Good honest shop. Michael is the mechanic that I trust to work on my bike.

Best bike shop in SoCal.

Peerless expertise and customer service

Simply the best...

Solid

Glad I found this place!