We're back in action!

Last week we came back to work after a nice long break and we're ready to go! Apparently the local riding community is as well judging by the service work and general busyness around the shop. It could be the weather we've enjoyed this winter, or it could be that all the diehards just needed to ride all year round. Whatever the reason, we got you covered in 2012. Here is some pertinent info to check out as we roll into the new riding season.

"The Basics" Free Repair classes:

These are free classes, close to the start of the season (so you don't learn it and forget it), that cover the basics like flat tire repair, drivetrain maintenance, chain repair and basic wheel truing. The idea is to empower you so you can get home should anything (or a few things) go wrong. The classes are FREE and we give a 10% discount on all tools and supplies (tubes, patch kits, lube, etc..) bought after the classes. The dates are March 5th and March 12th, classes start at 6. Basically we'll show you how to do it and then let you practice and ask us questions as you go. Learning by doing is always the best way. Please email the shop to RSVP, space is limited to 4 per class. If need be we can add more dates.

Monday Night NEMBA rides at Lincoln Woods (and possibly beyond Lincoln):

We're going to restart the standing ride at 6:15 at Lincoln Woods, meeting at the Route 123 entrance, on March 19th! Sure, the rides will likely be short at first but it won't be dark at 5:30 so that helps. Be sure to bring lights for the first week or two, a helmet light is required!

We are toying with the idea of moving the ride around when we have the most daylight from late May through July. Details to follow but we are looking at 6:30/6:45 starts in Foxboro, Sutton, Uxbridge, Big River etc...

Wednesday Bike Path rides:

We're going to keep heading out shortly after 6 on Wednesdays for a 20 mile spin along the Blackstone. 16-18 mph pace, this will be a recovery spin for some and a workout for others. No one gets left to the wolves!

New Bikes!

We have some 2012 bikes in stock from Rocky Mountain including a bunch of nice and affordable 29er hardtails, a new Slayer 50 and a few well spec'd and priced 'cross bikes. The new KHS bikes should be here in a few weeks and we're looking at bringing in a Transition 29er as well as some other cool bikes and accessories. The new Rocky hardtail 29ers are a great bang for the buck! Ranging from $600 for the Flare to $1200 for the Trailhead. Sandwiched in between the Soul 29 continues to be a very well spec'd mid level 29er at $800.

We still have one medium 2011 Banshee Paradox left as well. Click here to check out the deal and the bike, or just scroll down the home page for the other sale bikes like the Redline D440 and the Surly Karate Monkey.

We're not just a mountain bike shop:

I know, everyone thinks we only ride in the woods... And, yes, we do really enjoy trail riding in all of it's niches, but we also like road riding, 'cross and commuting and contrary to popular belief we're pretty well rounded cyclists. You'll likely see us continue to concentrate on mountain bikes, and fitness bikes for the bike path, but this year we'd really like to see more people out there riding to work utilizing the infrastructure we have here in RI to get around by bike. On the repair side of things, if it's a bike we can usually fix it. If we can't we'll point you in the right direction.

From long to short commutes we've done it and can help with advice as well as bomber bikes to get you to and fro (the new crop of disc equipped 'cross bikes from Redline are awesome commuter machines!). Gas might hit $5 a gallon but you can save some cash and keep in shape this year with a little effort and the right equipment. Don't be surprised to see commuter friendly bikes in the shop as well as plenty of lights, clothing, racks, flat resistant tires and more. And don't forget to mention if you belong to the RI Bike Coalition, NBW, IMBA or NEMBA as we do offer 10% discounts to members.

Here's to the 2012 riding season, may it be safe and fun for all!.

Holiday Party Saturday, December 17th!! And our upcoming Vacation Schedule

Howdy,

This is already all over the interwebs, and is likely old news to you if you peruse Facebook, but we're hosting a small get together on Saturday the 17th to celebrate the close of season number 2. Join us from 3-7pm for some beer and pizza and take advantage of our "we're going to be away for a little while so a bunch of stuff is on sale" sale! We have a whole bunch of winter riding gear from gloves to tights to pants and jackets, as well as lights for your early AM or night time riding pleasure. All in stock bikes, parts and accessories are 10 - 20% off.

Now on to our winter vacation schedule...

X-Mas break:

12/25 - 1/1

Open again with regular business hours from 1/2 through 1/14.

Winter break:

1/15 through 2/6 returning on 2/7.

So, that's it. All the news that's fit to print! If we don't see you before we take off have a great holiday season!

29er sale time!!

That's right folks, it's time for a sale on mountain bikes of the big wheeled variety. Just in time for prime late season riding. The deals below are really, really good and might not last long so if you're thinking about snagging one swing by and check them out!

Banshee Paradox 2011 1x9, medium frame - NEW. $1650.




Surly Karate Monkey 2011, Medium - NEW. $950.



Redline D440 2010, 19" - NEW. $400.



Redline Monocog 2010 17" upgraded to Tektro Mechanical Disc Brakes - NEW. SOLD!!!

Fat bike bliss!!

Pugsley is here! Swing by and check it out! Get yourself sized up and order one before the snow falls because once it does these will be hard to get your hands on!

Lincoln Woods Fun Ride flyer

Print and post it somewhere, preferably where mountain bike types gather...

Lincoln Woods Turkey Slayer Fun Ride - November 27th!

Hey all,

We're going to host this year's RI NEMBA Fun Ride to benefit the RI Food Bank on Sunday, November 27th (rain date 12/4). This will be an arrowed 10 + mile ride featuring most of the myriad of trails in Lincoln Woods. As always there will be some longer climbs that pay off with some fun descents and plenty of technical rock features to go around. We're including many of the more technical trails this year.

Also, please note that there will be a "climb and descend" led ride that will hit some of the gravity oriented lines that are NOT going to be a part of the arrowed loop as well (time/details to follow).

The cost of admission is some canned goods/non perishable foods. If you can't make the ride feel free to swing by the shop with some food! We'll be collecting all month to add to the pile at the ride itself.

Registration opens at 9:00 and runs until 11:00. Arrows will start to come down ~ 3:00. Directions are simple, find Lincoln Woods State Park on the map of your choice (digital or otherwise) and enter via the Twin River Road entrance. Take a right and follow the signs to the double parking lot on your left. Easy.

Post ride hang out and enjoy Stacy's mostly world famous chili, beverages and snacky cakes. Mike may even make corn muffins infused with bacon - yeah, bacon. Who could ask for more?

Hopefully the weather is as nice as it was this past Sunday at Bluff Point in CT. Here's Mike's Ibis Mojo HD relaxing on the beach...

Worth noting - East Bay Bike Path construction

Cross post from the Rhode Island Bicycle Coalition - worth reading in case you have plans to use the EBBP. Link to the article and full text below:

http://ribike.org/2011/11/03/ebbp-closed

We are getting reports that barrels are up blocking the East Bay Bike Path and cyclists are being told to turn around if they ride past them. The sewer project has officially started on the bike path.

Unfortunately, it appears that East Providence is concurrently ripping up the portion of Veteran’s Parkway near where the end of the pipe will come out. They have the road closed down to a single lane, just wide enough for cars to pass through, one side at a time. If you are planning to ride through this section, it’s a perfect time to TAKE THE LANE. As a cyclists, you have every right to do so and this is the safest way to pass through a one lane section like this. Ride in such a way that cars can not squeeze by you. The section is short, assert yourself and most importantly ensure you keep yourself safe.

If you are nervous about riding through the detour, we have a few people who are willing to ride with you, at your pace. If you contact us, we will put you in touch with someone to ride with and you can arrange a time and location to meet.