Why Balance Bikes are a Good Start to Cycling Did you know the first bike was actually a push bike? That it simply had two wheels, no pedals? Karl Drais designed it in Germany in 1817. And while the bike has evolved quite a bit in the last 201 years, an argument could be made that the essence of the...
The Importance of Small Business Saturday Many people may think that Black Friday is the best shopping holiday of the year, but for those of us who love to shop local, that award goes to Small Business Saturday, which falls on November 30th. Small Business Saturday is a nationally-recognized day designed to bring awareness to locally-owned businesses and the impact...
Common Misconceptions There are some common cycling misconceptions floating around and we're here to correct them today. We've encountered these 5 misconceptions in our shop, in conversation with our friends, and heard them proclaimed in our community. It's time to set the record straight! Isn't cycling a ridiculously expensive hobby? Don't get us wrong, there are some very expensive bikes...
Get outside & improve your mood For many who feel upset or stressed out, it’s natural to want to go for a ride to clear your mind. New research, published in the journal People and Nature, has found that getting outside and surrounding yourself with greenery—even in an urban area—is, in fact, a proven way to boost your mood. What is...
Have you always hesitated to get a bike trainer because you feel like its season of use is too short? It's true, bike trainers are excellent to have on hand for staying in shape during the severe heat or the cold. But bike trainers are incredibly useful during all seasons. Check out our list of the top five reasons...
