Who We Are

Bear Valley Bikes was founded in 1995. The shop and team are constantly growing and advancing. The shop has developed a strong ascension with racing and the club. Our mechanics are dedicated to pushing the envelope on what is mechanically possible for athletes and constantly working to evolve the mechanics of the sport. Out of this developed our company, Speed Evolution. A brand dedicated to mechanically advancing bicycle products.

Derek Hermon, the shop owner is part of the Big Bear Mountain Bike Hall of Fame and has also served on the USA Cycling Board of directors. In 2010 The Team won an award for Rim Nordic Team of the Decade after winning the series for 5 years in a row. The reign has continued with the team dominating our local series each year. Derek and the Bear Valley Bikes team, strives to encourage and support not only our Pro team, but also as many riders as possible with an interest and a passion for the sport.