Broken Spoke Santa Fe Under New Ownership

Santa Fe’s long-standing Broken Spoke bike shop has officially changed hands, with The Radavist contributor Kyle Klain acquiring the business from its founder, Mike Chapman. The announcement, shared via The Radavist, confirms Klain’s immediate takeover and hints at ambitious plans for the shop’s future under his stewardship, marking a significant transition for the local cycling institution.

This acquisition is notable not just for the change of guard but for Klain’s established connection to the broader cycling media landscape through The Radavist, a prominent voice in adventure cycling and bike culture. Chapman’s tenure provided a consistent local hub, and Klain’s background suggests a potential pivot towards a more contemporary, perhaps even niche, retail experience, aligning with current trends in gravel and bespoke cycling.

A media personality buying a local shop. One can only hope the new owner remembers that a bike shop primarily serves riders, not just readers.