If you’ve been into our shop in the past week or so you would know that we have a lot going on. In between our new bikes we also launched a complete bicycle sale. A big one.
What’s on sale you might inquire? Well, let us show you…
Dover 5 Speed. Was $789 Now $689.
The PK Ripper. You’ve probably seen this on the floor and wondered, “My oh me, what would I do with a bicycle like this?” It’s a great commuter and winter bicycle, and it also can do this…
Our beloved Craig doing mad tricks on a PK Ripper. Was $799 Now $699.
(Left to Right) SE Lager was $599 now $499. Fuji Classic Track was $550 now $450.
Gaston Single Speed. Was $579 Now $479.
Our sale prices are exclusive to the models we have in stock, check ‘em out before they’re all gone!
Now that the weather is actually cooperating, it’s time to get on the road. While cycling around the city can be fun, sometimes its great to get outside of the city and check out what the Greater Boston area has to offer.
Here’s a list of five awesome bike rides, in varying lengths, that any cyclist can enjoy.
1.) Castle Island
This is one of my personal favorites, about 11 miles round trip from the Kenmore area. This route takes you through downtown, to the harbor and finally to Castle Island. It’s a perfect place to have a picnic, watch the sunset and take a dip in Pleasure Bay (I’m totally serious).
2.) Minuteman Bike Path
The Minuteman bike path whisks its riders from Arlington, MA through Lexington and finally drops them off in Bedford. About a 30ish mile round trip, this is the perfect ride for a weekday (also pretty fabulous during the weekend, but there’s definitely a lot more foot and wheel traffic on Saturday and Sunday). There’s a bicycle shop located at the end of the trail, perfect for a light snack, and on the way back might I suggest you check out Ride Studio Cafe at 1720 Massachussetts Avenue in Lexington Center for an amazing cup of pour-over coffee made fresh to your order.
3.) Walden Pond
Who doesn’t like a bike ride to Walden Pond? It’s the perfect destination at any time of day, be it morning afternoon or evening. Check out what Thoreau was psyched about and take a dip while you’re at it!
4.) Cutler Park
With 19 miles of trails, a lake and lots of landscape, Cutler Park is the perfect multifaceted destination. It’s a pretty popular destination for an array of cyclists, so you’re bound to meet some new friends whilst eating lunch.
5.) Salem Willows
If you want to do more than 20ish miles, and have a road bike handy, I recommend checking out the Salem Willows Arcade. A nice 40 to 50 mile ride (depending on your route) round trip will take you to this awesome North Shore town rich in history and arcade games. Play pinball for hours, check out downtown touristy shops, thumb through more books than you’ve ever seen in one room in your life at Derby Square Books and get some ice cream at Cafe Kushco. If you don’t want to take the trek back, not a problem, you and your bicycle can take the commuter rail back together!
Enjoy your summer and ride safely!
We had to delay our first Chainlynx due to an uncooperative mother nature. Yesterday Boston pulled through, and gave us a perfectly balmy high 70 degree temperature and soft winds.
Unfortunately this week seemed to be the worst week for a lot of Boston dames, but we got an intimate crew together at 7:00 PM to check out Castle Island.
(From top left to right: Jessica, Darcey, Liz and Colleen)
Stretching it out at Castle Island on a bench.
Jessica and Darcey enjoy the sunset on the grass.
The Island was bustling with activity–everyone wanted a piece of the sunset.
…and who could blame them?! The sun sets over the Boston skyline as a lonely balloon floats up into the atmosphere.
See you guys in a few weeks, with more ladies and probably a slightly longer route!
Yesterday we had a special visit from Stephan, a Brooklyn designer/ex-courier who started up Rat vs. Pigeon, a cycling-specific accessory company. He dropped by to show us this:
Stephan’s kicks and bag.
All white interior.
Awesome padding detail.
All of these bags are handmade. We’re impressed…in the next few weeks we should be receiving a few of these if you want to check them out in person.
Also…just another gem…
Mounting a video camera to your fork to film rides? Awesome!
While most of our custom builds are constructed in the shop, one of our customers has chosen to customize his bike over an extended period of time.
Meet Dave.
Dave has been coming into our shop since it opened. Over the two years, he’s accumulated quite the assortment of components from us.
Fuji track pro, Thomson stem and seat post, neon green Aerospoke, Superb Chain ring, Velocity Polka Dot Deep V (with a purple Phil Wood hub mind you)…needless to say, Dave’s bike is probably one of the most noticeable and unique bikes cruising around Boston, which is precisely what he was going for.
Detail of the Thomson stem.
What’s next for Dave’s unorthodox build, you ask?
A coaster brake. No, we’re not kidding. Stay tuned for more pictures of this bicycle’s metamorphosis!!
