Our local independent businesses provide much more than just good prices:

Better Service
Local owners and employees really know their businesses and their customers — and can offer you more personalized service and relevant advice.

Superior Quality
Many locally owned independents provide higher-quality products and services to you than the average national chain business.

Unique Choices
Independent local businesses bring their own creativity to their businesses — offering selections you won’t find elsewhere.

 

 

Our City and County local independents are just a click away.

Our members are local independents who’ve taken a stand to help spread the word about locals, by joining the BUILD St. Louis business alliance. Please patronize their businesses – and refer friends and family to them, as well.  
 

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    Sporting Goods

+ symbols indicate BUILD St. Louis' founding member businesses.
Inactive index links are some of the categories still under development.

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Sporting Goods
Click on web addresses to visit members' sites.

Apparel

Little Shark Athletic Company + | BigShark.com
314 862 1818 | 6176 Delmar Blvd in The Loop district (63112) Map
We cater to the athlete who wants the latest in functional and stylish apparel and accessories for training, competing, and lounging. Whether your interests are yoga, pilates, triathlon, running, stretching, or drinking coffee, we have something for you. Little Shark also rents bicycle travel cases, racing wheels for triathlon, wetsuits, and city, mountain, and road bicycles.

Equipment

Big Shark Bicycle + | BigShark.com
314 862 1188 | 6133 Delmar Blvd in The Loop district (63112) Map
A full-service bicycle repair and sales company specializing in everything from pleasure to pro. All types of bikes for every type of person. We offer a variety of services – from classes on training and repair to custom-fitting sessions designed around improving your enjoyment and performance. Big Shark is active in sponsoring many of St. Louis’ cycling groups and teams as well as fully committed to making sure our community has a full calendar of cycling events. Voted best bicycle store five years in a row by the Riverfront Times.

Mesa Cycles | MesaCycles.com
314 645 4447 | 1035 S. Big Bend in Richmond Heights (63117) Map
Mesa Cycles welcomes you with personalized service from a knowledgeable staff of experienced cyclists. We offer everything for the mountain, road, and casual rider. Schedule a professional bike fit to maximize your efficiency and comfort. Our tune-ups are truly comprehensive with service by our expert mechanics. Special orders are no problem! We make riding fun for the enthusiast and the recreational rider.

Urban Shark Bicycle | BigShark.com
314 881 0322 | 1009 Locust Ave in Downtown (63101) Map
We have a happy home adjoining the Downtown Bicycle Station on Locust Avenue - St. Louis' first commuter station – complete with showers, lockers, and plenty of bike storage. But don't let the hip name fool you – sure we love urban bikes and rugged commuter rigs – but we also sell and service a variety of bicycles for every facet of the sport. From kid's bikes to high-end equipment, Urban Shark seeks to share our love of cycling with all who ride. Regardless of your level of athleticism or the breadth of your commuter chops, Urban Shark is the place to be for your cycling needs. We offer a diverse inventory of the equipment you need and attentive advice you can trust.

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