WHat I want to know is who are the

A. Top five bike retailers?(in terms of quality products) and the

B. Top five rollerskate retailers? (both quad and inline) In terms of quality products.

Also what are all the basic accessories/gear needed if I’m gonna be skating/biking for a while?(helmets, pads and what else?)

I want to start shopping around for some of the highest quality bikes and skates that are out there. Not necessarily the most expensive but definitely high quality. Thanx.
Oh and when I say retailers I’m NOT talking about WalMArt, K-MArt, Target etc.

I’m looking specifically for high level, high quality retailers that sell specifically bikes.
And other retailers, companies that sell only skates. Not huge dept stores that have a sports section.

I’ve heard bad stories about people buying bikes and or skates from big dept stores.

Again thanx.
Also I live in Chiacgo, IL. and it’s starting to get warmer. So pretty soon and throughout the summertime I going to be skating and cycling a lot.

I’m looking for skates and bikes that are good for hardcore cardio exercise, long distances (dozens to possibly hundreds of miles) and extreme punishment. (they both need to handle pavement, debri, dirt, nearly everyday use without falling apart on me.) In other words very well built, sturdy and strong as hell.