A very common question I get asked at the shop is “What can I do to alleviate wrist pain or numb hands when riding?”  Although the answer is sometimes not simple and could be a host of issues with both bike set up, type of rider and size of bike, something that will never hinder your comfort is a good set of cycling gloves. Read More …

In an effort to provide an environmentally friendly and free source of electricity for mobile phones, Nokia has introduced the Bicycle Charger Kit.  This kit is made up of a charger, dynamo (small electrical generator) and a holder to secure the unit. Read More …

If you are looking for a bike that has “Performance and Portability” then this product may be of interest to you.   Road bike or Mountain bike,  1 speed to 27 speeds, assorted sizes and priced from $599.98 to $2499.98.  The unique feature of these bicycles is that they fold.  That’s right….they fold.  Read More …

Check out these new bags by Louis Garneau – a pannier that looks like a briefcase or how about a pannier for your bike that “looks” nice enough to carry as a purse.  Read More …

Alright, ever wondered how the customer service machine that is Braun’s…is BICYCLES gets their vigor ? I mean, after 85 years in this industry even WE can get bogged down from time to time… Read More …

Alright, so it seems now, we are firmly seated in the nice weather.  Other than some weird “Canada” days, it’s getting hot out.  As the temperature and humidity rise, staying properly hydrated becomes more and more important.

Now, it should be obviously noted, that hydration is always important, whatever the temperature or ride.  The difference is the rate at which you perspire in the summer which equates to faster fluid loss Read More …

Usually, one of the last things on a cyclist mind is food.  No really!  As you’re prepping for that big Sun. ride, making sure the bike is working silky smooth, tools, bottles, camlebak, spare tubes and the list goes on.  By the time you get out the door what you have eaten prior to or, what you’re going to consume during your ride may be an after thought. Read More …

Most of us are familiar with the bell brand name.  Be it motocross, race cars or of course bicycles, Bell has been making protection for your melon since 1954.

For 2010 Bell has a lot of cool new helmet designs, but one that stood out right away for me, was the Bell Sequence. Read More …

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Well, I must admit, I am a little bummed now that the Olympics are done.  Two weeks of high’s and low’s and the adrenaline rush associated with Olympic glory brought the icing on the cake: the Men’s Hockey final which, which seemed to unite a nation. Read More …