Tag Archives: bike maintenance

Montague folding bikes will change your mind

Happy Spring,

Why should we have to make sacrifices for convenience?  Does that not negate something actually being convenient? Read More

Braun’s Deluxe Bike Tune-Up Service Plan

SPRING IS HERE – Right!

We’re ready for spring, the question is, is your bicycle ?  Read More

Put Some Spring in Your Step

Think positive.  Repeat after me.  Spring IS almost here, SPRING IS ALMOST HERE!!

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Studded Tires!

Hey everyone,

Hope you’re all enjoying the frosty mornings and cool evenings that have quickly crept up on us. For some people, the first signs of snow and ice are the end to the riding season… they pack their gear away, store their bike in their basement and wait for the snow to melt before they get back out there.  Read More

Traction On All Terrain

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It’s that time of year. The kids are back to school.  The days are starting to get shorter and the perfect time for riding is approaching us.  The mild temperatures of fall allow for excellent conditions no matter what riding style you enjoy.  The cooler temperatures and autumn breezes help to keep you cool and push your potential every ride!

This week’s post is going to be application specific and may relate to either you directly or someone you know who is unsure of the best upgrade for their rig. One question which is often posed to me in the shop is: Read More

The Right Tool For The Job!

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As I continue to direct my posts towards bike service and maintenance I found it coincidental that I had a customer in the other afternoon who was in need of some tools in order to service various aspects of his bike. This got me thinking: some people may not even know the tools required, let alone what they are called. I hope to outline the name and functions of these various tools today, as well as some tips which can make their use easier. In the post I will outline a variety of tools Read More

CYCLING SKILLS (Safe Cycling) Part 2 – Safety Equipment – Safety Check

Safety Equipment

Safety Check

Every cyclist needs to know how to tell when their bicycle is unsafe to ride and needs repair. This section includes a basic bicycle safety checklist. Read More

“How To Save A Life…”

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Okay… so maybe the title for this blog was a little bit misleading! But the info I have for you could be life saving if you find yourself stuck on the trail with a flat tire! Read More

Snap! What Do I Do Now?

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It has been a busy week at the shop and I have been helping my parents redo their deck, which, with our weather taking a turn for the better leaves me wishing I were out on the trails more. I figured I would offer some advice on how to get your bike back up and running if you happen to have chain problems on the trail. Read More

The Right Bike For You!

Hey everyone,

It has been a long and rainy week, and I have not been able to enjoy as many rides as I normally do. This has allowed me to further appreciate my morning commutes into the shop and made me analyze the many different styles of bikes available and the different applications they are designed for.

In this post, I hope to identify and distinguish between the different bikes that are available and the applications and riding styles for which they are designed. This can be significant when looking at purchasing a bike or when determining if the bike you have is the correct one for you. Read More