Island Bicycles

08/22/2026

From one local business to another , Happy Anniversary and thank you! It’s been a pleasure getting to know you. Since we now share the same road, stop for a cup before coming to the bike shop! Well done!

EIGHT years! Eight years ago today we got the keys and became the proud new owners of what is now Southport Coffee Co & Kitchen. We had no idea what we were jumping into or what we would build, but we knew we were excited to move to this small town to raise our family and do all we could to contribute positively to the community….those two things remain the two most important things we strive for, while making friends and meaningful connections (and amazing coffee) along the way. For several years, we were on the floor with our teams seven days a week from open to close….we’ve since taken a step back to grow the business, we’ve begun roasting our own beans and added a full retail gift shop to our lobby. We’ve added locations two and three, and have plans for at least one more. Thank you to our teams from 2018 on, especially our current Coffee Co family….you are incredible and we love and appreciate you more than you know. Thank you, Southport and beyond, for your support and encouragement….we wouldn’t be where we are without you all. 🥰

07/31/2026

🎉 TODAY’S THE DAY! 🚲

Join us TODAY, Friday, July 31st, from 9 AM–5 PM as we celebrate the Grand Opening of Island Bicycles at our new home!

📍 5533 Rob Gandy Blvd, Southport

It’s an all-day Open House, so stop by whenever it’s convenient. Come see the new shop, meet the team, check out our bikes and e-bikes, and help us celebrate this exciting new chapter for Island Bicycles.

We’ll have refreshments throughout the day from some of our great local friends at Southport Coffee Company, Southport Cookie Company and Gourmet to Go, with Float Balloons helping make the shop look ready for a celebration!

We’ll also have giveaways and drawings, Island Bicycles goodies while supplies last, and weather permitting, bikes and e-bikes available for demos and test rides.

No need to arrive at a particular time — we’ll be celebrating from 9–5.

Thank you, Brunswick County, for supporting Island Bicycles since 2016. We’re proud to be your local bike shop and can’t wait to welcome you today!

🚲 See you at the shop!

07/28/2026

🎉 GRAND OPENING — FRIDAY, JULY 31! 🚲

It’s time to celebrate! Join us Friday, July 31st from 9 AM–5 PM for the Grand Opening of Island Bicycles at:

📍 5533 Rob Gandy Blvd, Southport

We’re celebrating Open House style all day, so stop by whenever it’s convenient, see the new shop, meet the team and help us celebrate this exciting new chapter!

Throughout the day we’ll have refreshments, giveaways and drawings — and you do NOT need to be present to win. Weather permitting, we’ll also have Trek Bicycle bikes and e-bikes available for demos and test rides. If you have ever been interested in recumbent bikes, come by and test ride a Catrike recumbent. You will be impressed.

We’re especially grateful to some fellow local businesses helping us celebrate! Southport Coffee Co. & Kitchen, Southport Coffee Co., Southport Cookies and Gourmet to Go & Catered Affairs will help keep everyone refreshed, while Balloon Designs will add some Grand Opening flair to the new shop. Thank you for supporting us!

We’ll have Island Bicycles goodies available while supplies last, plus customers making qualifying purchases of $100 or more can receive 10% off a future purchase. Some restrictions will apply.

Since 2016, Island Bicycles has been proud to serve Brunswick County’s cycling community. Our new home gives us a larger showroom, expanded service department, more inventory and a great new space to serve our customers.

No need to arrive at a particular time — we’re celebrating from 9–5!

Come see the shop, say hello, grab a bite and celebrate with us. We look forward to welcoming you!

🚲 Island Bicycles
Brunswick County’s Local Bike Shop
5533 Rob Gandy Blvd | Southport

07/03/2026

🇺🇸 Happy Independence Day from Island Bicycles! 🚲

Just a quick holiday reminder that Island Bicycles will be CLOSED on Saturday, July 4th in observance of Independence Day.

We are OPEN today, Friday, July 3rd, from 9:00 AM to 5:00 PM, and will reopen Tuesday, July 7th, at 9:00 AM.

As we celebrate the 250th anniversary of the United States, I’d like to take a moment to thank everyone who has stopped by our new shop at 5533 Rob Gandy Blvd. Your kind words about our new building, showroom, and our team mean a great deal to all of us.

We hope you enjoy a wonderful Independence Day with family and friends. Whether you’re riding your bike, attending local festivities, or simply relaxing over the holiday weekend, we wish you a safe and memorable celebration.

A special reminder to everyone sharing our roads this weekend: if you’re behind the wheel, please give cyclists plenty of room. And if you’re riding, stay alert, be visible, and enjoy the ride.

From all of us at Island Bicycles, have a joyful, safe, and Happy Fourth of July!

— Adam
Island Bicycles

06/23/2026

🚲 Island Bicycles Location Reminder 🚲

It’s hard to believe that we’re already starting our fifth week in our new location!

For those who may not know, Island Bicycles has moved from Long Beach Road to:

📍 5533 Rob Gandy Blvd, Southport

If you’re wondering where that is, we’re located just off Highway 87 (River Road), along the route to the Fort Fisher and Bald Head Island ferries. You’ll find us between Atlantic Foot Care and the Southport Coffee Hut, just past the new Turtle Bay development and not far from Ace Hardware.

We’re also pleased to remind everyone that our expanded hours are now:

🕘 Tuesday–Saturday
9:00 AM – 5:00 PM

One thing we’d like to mention is that while we do not offer bike rentals, we do receive a lot of inquiries about them. What we do specialize in is bicycle and e-bike sales, professional service, and helping riders get the most enjoyment out of their bikes.

Whether you need a repair, have questions about bike fit, are curious about electric-assist bikes, or simply need some local cycling advice, our friendly and experienced team is here to help.

Thank you to everyone who has visited us since the move. We appreciate the warm welcome and look forward to seeing both familiar and new faces in the weeks ahead.

See you at the shop!

— Adam
Island Bicycles
Brunswick County’s Local Bike Shop

06/23/2026

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06/02/2026

🚲 Good Morning from Island Bicycles! 🚲

As we enter our second week at our new location, 📍5533 Rob Gandy Blvd in Southport, I would like to thank everyone who stopped by last week. It was great seeing so many familiar faces, and we truly appreciate all the positive comments about the new shop.

While we’re still unpacking from the move and putting the finishing touches on the showroom, we’re also staying busy servicing bikes and building new bikes and e-bikes for the sales floor.

A reminder that we have expanded our hours and are now open:
🕘 Tuesday–Saturday | 9:00 AM – 5:00 PM

One question we get asked frequently is, “How often should I put air in my bike tires?”

Unlike car tires, bicycle tires naturally lose air over time and should be checked at least once a week. Proper tire pressure is one of the easiest ways to improve your ride and reduce flats.

A few tips:
• Use a quality bike pump with a pressure gauge
• Check the recommended pressure printed on the tire sidewall
• As a general rule, inflate to about 5 PSI below the tire’s maximum rated pressure (for example, if the tire says 65 PSI max, aim for about 60 PSI)

Keeping your tires properly inflated helps them roll more efficiently and makes them less susceptible to punctures from the notorious coastal thorns we encounter here in Brunswick County.

If you have questions about tire pressure, bike maintenance, or need help choosing a good floor pump, stop by and see us. We’re always happy to help.

See you at the shop or out on the road!

— Adam
Island Bicycles
Brunswick County’s Local Bike Shop

05/26/2026

🎉 Good Morning from the NEW Island Bicycles! 🚲

After a very productive Memorial Day weekend, we are officially moved out of our Long Beach Rd location and into our new home at:

📍 5533 Rob Gandy Blvd

We will OPEN this morning at 9:00 AM!

We’re also excited to announce expanded hours:
🕘 Tuesday–Saturday | 9 AM – 5 PM

The new location is looking fantastic, and I want to give a huge thank you to my staff — Nic, Andrew, Jon, and Karsen — who worked incredibly hard packing up the old shop and setting up the new one over the holiday weekend.

We’re still putting the finishing touches on everything, and you may notice a few bike boxes around the showroom. That’s because we also received our first shipment of new bikes at the new location on Friday!

A few exciting things happening right now:
- The TREK Townie Go! S has been a huge success, and we currently have all colors in stock
- The all-new TREK Charter+ has arrived — blending comfort, versatility, and electric assist into one great-looking bike

And later this summer, TREK has another exciting bike announcement coming that I think many of our customers are going to be very interested in, so stay tuned around the July 4th timeframe 👀

Thank you again to everyone who has supported us throughout this journey. We look forward to welcoming you into Brunswick County’s new local bike shop!

— Adam
Island Bicycles

05/21/2026

🚲 Big News from Island Bicycles 🚧

We are officially beginning our move to the new location!

Starting Thursday, May 21st and continuing through the Memorial Day weekend, we’ll be making the biggest phase of our transition to the new shop at:
📍 5533 Rob Gandy Blvd

Thursday & Friday our current showroom will look noticeably reduced as inventory moves to the new building.

Saturday we will be CLOSED as we relocate the service department and complete the major move.

We are doing everything we can to keep service moving and continue our promise to get you out riding. We appreciate your patience during this busy holiday weekend transition.

If you call and reach voicemail, please rest assured we will return your call as quickly as possible.

If all goes according to plan, we expect to OPEN at the new location on:
🕘 Tuesday, May 26th at 9:00 AM

We’re also excited to announce that with the opening of the new shop, Island Bicycles will now be open until 5 PM Tuesday through Saturday.

Thank you again for all the encouragement and support throughout this process. We cannot wait to welcome you into Brunswick County’s new local bike shop.

Have a safe and Happy Memorial Day weekend 🇺🇸

— Adam
Island Bicycles

05/11/2026

🚲 A Little Sneak Peek Inside the New Island Bicycles 🚧

We know it’s been a couple of weeks since our last update, but things have been moving fast behind the scenes as we push toward opening the new shop.

The exterior of the building is now essentially complete, so this week we thought we’d share a small look inside as the space continues to come together. There’s still construction protection down and plenty left to finish, but you can finally start to get a feel for the showroom and layout taking shape.

Over the past few weeks we’ve continued:
- outfitting the service department
- moving fixtures and storage systems
- setting up retail displays
- preparing for the transition from our current location

At the same time, we’re still fully operating at:
📍 4324 Long Beach Road

Spring riding season is here, service remains busy, and we truly appreciate everyone’s patience as we balance day-to-day operations while building Brunswick County’s next local bike shop.

Thank you again for all the encouragement, comments, and support throughout this process. Seeing the excitement from the community has meant a great deal to us.

More updates soon — and yes… we’re getting close.

— Adam
Island Bicycles