1984
THE FIRST SHOP OPENS
In 1984, Ramón Escapa opened his first bike shop on Carretera de Barcelona 42, in the city of Sabadell, becoming one of the pioneers in turning his passion for cycling into his way of life.
An old English house converted into a shop where he sold the legendary Peugeot VTT 1, the BH Kilimanjaro, and various Specialized bikes, a brand with which ESCAPA has been associated ever since. The best-selling bikes were road bikes, and ESCAPA was already making exclusive adaptations similar to today's gravel bikes.
1987
THE CLUB PEDAL
El Pedal Club was founded in 1987. During those years, the company primarily repaired bicycles for its customers, and the first rides with Club El Pedal also began.
It was then that the first demands from the people of Sabadell began for more bike lanes in the city. ESCAPA has always been very active in advocating for a more sustainable world, where bicycles undoubtedly play a decisive role.
In 2000, ESCAPA, once again a pioneer in its sector, opened its online store: www.biciescapa.com. Since then, the online store has grown steadily, and today it is one of the most relevant and leading e-commerce sites in the market.
2002
ESCAPA SELLS THE FIRST ELECTRIC BICYCLE
At ESCAPA, we have always believed in the bicycle as a mobility option in all its forms and disciplines, as well as in innovation. Therefore, we have been committed to e-bikes from the beginning.
Nowadays, it's no surprise to find an electric bicycle rolling along trails, climbing a mountain pass, or cruising around the city. In this sense, ESCAPA is one of the leading specialists in the sale of e-bikes in the country.
2012
THE NEW BICIESCAPA SHOP
In 2012, ESCAPA relocated again, a few meters up the road and on the same Carretera de Barcelona in Sabadell, in a significant challenge, becoming the largest cycling shop in the country.
An emblematic building with more than 2,000 m2 dedicated to enthusiasts of this sport and lifestyle. It has two warehouses, one for road and the other for mountain biking, dedicated workshops, and an on-site restaurant, the renowned Tourmalet.
2019
WE'RE 35 YEARS OLD AND HAVE A NEW STORE IN GIRONA
The most significant milestone comes in 2019. After 35 years with just one store, ESCAPA opens in Sarrià de Ter, Girona.
The renovation of a historic pulp mill from 1870 becomes the second store. With over 1,000 m2, it has become a benchmark and essential destination for bicycle and cycling enthusiasts in the region.
2021
ESCAPA BECOMES PART OF THE QUADIS GROUP
The largest network of authorized dealerships and workshops in Spain in the automotive sector. In a commitment to expansion and customer service, and without abandoning the family values of both companies, ESCAPA takes on another dimension and establishes a leading position in the cycling sector in Spain.
2021
PROBIKE, A PARALLEL STORY SINCE 1989
In 1989, just five years after Ramón Escapa opened his first store in Sabadell, his counterpart in Barcelona, Pere Cahué, opened the first Probike workshop. A workshop that would soon become the "Botiga Club," a leading bicycle sales and repair space in Barcelona where, in addition to that, things went beyond sales (bike rides, competitions, and trips), such as unique customer experiences.
After more than 30 years of fierce competition between ESCAPA and Probike, where brands, customers, concerns, difficulties, and many successes were shared, at the end of 2021, Probike and Retto (a cycling website belonging to the Probike group) joined the ESCAPA family in an exciting project of consolidation and growth at the service of our customers.
2021
BICISPORT AND BCP
Jordi Marimón, founder of Bicisport and BCP Suspensions in Barcelona, decides to join the ESCAPA project. His store now has its fourth ESCAPA point of sale.
The incorporation of BCP elevates the specialized technical service and knowledge of suspensions to a new level.
2022
HELLO MADRID!
ESCAPA opens a new store format, more spacious and experiential, with greater product display and brighter lighting. In August 2022, the new flagship store will open in Madrid at Paseo del Llano Castellano 15. It boasts over 1,200 m2 of display space and another 1,000 m2 of workshop and warehouse space. A very ambitious project in a new city, ideal for continued growth.
2023
CASTELLÓN WITH MONPEDAL
Monpedal's arrival on the Levantine coast comes with the help of its founder, Tomás Ruano. Founder, he decided to join the ESCAPA project in April 2023, expanding the retail network to six stores and bringing ESCAPA to the Valencian Community.
2023
ESCAPA TARRAGONA
The seventh ESCAPA store will be launched in May 2023. Our second flagship store, with a space of 1,000 m2, is located on Carretera de Valencia 1. It aims to strengthen the presence of the ESCAPA brand in Catalonia and meet the needs of cyclists in Tarragona and the surrounding area.
2026
EXPANSION TO THE NORTH AND CONSOLIDATION IN THE LEVANT
In 2026, the ESCAPA project reached new milestones in its proximity strategy with the opening of two strategic retail locations. The arrival in Bilbao marked the official launch in the Basque Country, a region with a deeply rooted cycling culture where you'll find a space designed by and for cycling enthusiasts, combining tradition and cutting-edge technology. Simultaneously, the opening in Alicante strengthened our presence in the Valencian Community, offering cyclists in southeastern Spain a premium shopping experience and specialized technical service. With these openings, ESCAPA continues its strong push to become the leading cycling retailer in every corner of the country.