Open Air Bicycles is closing their doors by the end of next month — unless they can find someone to take the handlebars.
The full-service bike shop has served Santa Barbara since 1971. It’s moved locations and changed hands over the years, but it’s kept its spirit.
It’s where current owner Ed Brown bought his first bike as a high schooler. He’s an avid mountain biker and, for years, worked at local bike shops, including Open Air and Velo Pro. In 2010, he made the leap and became Open Air’s third owner.