what is
velopod?
We’re a dynamic platform curated by cyclists, for cyclists. Our goal is to help with the discovery of high quality and reliable bike-friendly businesses, services and professionals in your area.
Whether you are looking for coffee shops, bike mechanics, rentals, coaching, events, or guided tours, Velopod brings together the best options in one place.
updated and
reliable data
We aim to remove the frustration caused by innacurate, insufficient and even nonexisting information about cycling related business, services and professionals.
Our pod leaders and users will join forces to guarantee the most up to date and reliable information.
We want to be that mechanic you know well, so you can trust us with your eyes closed (but not when riding please!)
hand-picked
content
​All of our listings have been personally visited by one of us, and the information has been verified and validated. So you don't have to do the hard work of searching and can focus on your riding!
We'll be launching with Coffee Shops, and new PODS will be added as we continue the curation process.
say hello
to PODS
Get familiar with PODS, which are curated groups of similar businesses, services, and professionals (like categories).
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They are constantly enriched by our cycling community and grow over time, allowing for new discoveries as new businesses emerge and others become favourites.
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Do you have a top recommendation to share or want to be listed in our platform?
SEB
simple,easy
beautiful
Every element of Velopod will be designed specifically for cyclists in motion—no confusing icons, excessive clicking, or pointless visual distractions.
Our SEB interface will deliver the information you need instantly, like finding that perfect gear ratio on a steep climb!
pod
leaders
We're looking for bold, curious and passionate riders to become the face of Velopod and help us spread the love of cycling! Interested? Click to learn more.
GABRIEL
GARRIDO
Rio de Janeiro, Brazil
Gabriel has been a triathlete since the age of 17, and is also a coach and personal trainer.
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He believes that sports passion comes first, then competition - you must love what you do to succeed.
