Hey everyone,

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 …

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 …

Hey everyone!

Now I know that I am supposed to be discussing bike service techniques, and advice on how to get the most out of your bike components. However there are all these topics that I feel are crucial in order for everyone to enjoy riding even more! Once I knock the main ones off the list, I will discuss more service topics, and filter in my professional experience. Read More …

So, here I am, once again looking at a new opportunity - totally overwhelmed with all the new information I am to understand – let alone take charge of.  However, I haven’t yet met a challenge I haven’t been able to meet.  So, here it goes….

Bikes and I go a long way back.  Well, at least 25 years.  That’s when I  married into the “Braun” family.   It was not until the last ten years however, that cycling has been a REAL part of my life. Read More …

Hey everyone,

As I was preparing my gear for a ride earlier this week, I began to think… what an awesome topic to touch on as there are so many scenarios to consider when preparing your gear!  Quite often people ride with either far too much gear, or far too little.  Both of which can greatly impact your safety and the enjoyment of your ride! Read More …

Hey everyone, my name is Bryan and I am one of the lead service technicians at Braun’s Kitchener location. Starting this week, I will begin posting on the blog as frequently as possible, discussing various mechanical, service, and bike related topics. I will try to cover topics in varying detail and explain any terms or phrases which may be uncommon.  When presented with the opportunity to post Read More …

Finally got out on my first mountain bike ride of the year on Tuesday.  Ok ok, before I’m beaten to death with a blunt object, please remember that I DID get a new road bike this past winter…and the “Look Cool Factor” is still running high

However, sheepishly, I still havn’t been able to turn a road ride into as much fun Read More …

When I agreed with Robert to do this blog, I thought “Oh Cool! A blog just for ME to tell the world.”  Tell the world all about all the great things that happen here at Braun’s. All the cool bikes, techie gadgets, super neat parts, and our awesome repairs… Then Spring broke. I really haven’t had 5 minutes Read More …

Yes we have, and it is because we have the Bike Industry’s BEST STAFF.  No really – I’m not just saying it – I mean it.  They really are.  Our Guys and Gals love riding their bikes.  They enjoy meeting and helping people.  They really are great to be around.  At Braun’s we are fortunate to have them.  But we aren’t the only ones who think so.  Because of our staff, Braun’s has won Read More …