“Cycling can be so therapeutic, and now more than ever people need to have physical activity for their mental and physical well-being,” the Steel Wheels owner said.

ST. LOUIS — Drive through the normally bustling Central West End, and you’ll see taped-up signs on almost every business.

“We decided to go ahead and close the doors,” Bob Koplar said.

Koplar owns the cycle studio Steel Wheels. He made the call Monday, not knowing what it meant for his business or his customers.

“I think about it every day,” he said.

The loss is more than financial.

“Cycling can be so therapeutic, and now more than ever people need to have physical activity for their mental and physical well-being,” he said.

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