Grab your freedom machine and bike to work this Friday, May 19th! Join our community as we come together to promote wellness and the benefits of commuting via bike. There will be five rest stops throughout the area that will offer refreshments, bike safety literature, as well as volunteers with … [Read more...] about #Bike2Work Day is this Friday
With the weather predictions for Wednesday being what they are; we are not scheduling a ride for the 17th. We'll see you next week! … [Read more...] about No ride this Wednesday
We normally start our Wednesday night rides in June. But just look at that weather prediction! We'll meet at 6:30 at Cross Country Sports and head on over to the Swedetown Trails. The vast majority of them are now rideable (we'll bypass a few) with little snow or wet spots. We'll have a couple … [Read more...] about Shop Ride
On Friday, May 5th, we'll be hosting a photo exhibit called "Transport". Chris Guibert has taken some great shots of the Copper Harbor trail system to get us going for the upcoming riding season. "Transport" to the rugged and wooded shores of Lake Superior and experience the intensity and … [Read more...] about Chris Guibert photos at First Friday
In lieu of #bike2workweek, we're taking a look at some ways you can prepare to become a full-fledged bike commuter. You’ve heard the argument that biking to work is good for your fitness, your productivity, and the environment, but ditching your car for a two-wheeled model can be a hassle. But to … [Read more...] about How to get started bike commuting
The bike helmet is the piece of gear that has the biggest job – keeping you safe. With the introduction of MIPS technology, helmet designers are improving that standard. What is MIPS? MIPS stands for Multi-directional Impact Protection System, which is the leading slip-plane technology inside … [Read more...] about What is MIPS?
Drivetrain enemies: dirt, water, and anything that keeps those things on your chain or working parts. Defeat these with: degreaser, and the appropriate type and amount of lubrication. Again, the appropriate amount of lubrication. Always clean off excess lubrication. What is excess? To figure that … [Read more...] about Dirty Bike? Give the drivetrain a “bath!”
This is one of the best times of the year. Really. At what other time can you get in a jog, a bike ride, a snowbike ride, and a ski in one day? Some folks call this the "shoulder season", and lament waiting until "bike season" starts. With a pair of skis, a snowbike and some running shoes, you can … [Read more...] about Today: Bike, Ski, & Run
