Category Archives: Announcements

Learn How to Organize a Bike Train to School

Posted on April 6, 2013 by

Don’t you love seeing the neighbors kids on their bikes heading to school?  I’ve always wondered what it took to get things organized and safe for kids to do this. Here’s a chance to learn. FREE from the folks at … Continue reading →

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Male Test Riders Needed

Posted on March 13, 2013 by

A week ago a couple came into the shop wanting to talk men’s briefs.  They had a new product and they want us to carry it. After explaining the shop concept they were very excited to explain how their men’s … Continue reading →

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This Saturday: Bicycle Fashion Show at Expo

Posted on March 5, 2013 by

When first-time visitors come into the shop, I sometimes ask them if they “get” what our focus is after they’ve browsed a bit. Often they’ll say, “Yeah, it’s about lookin’ good on a bike!” Of course, this is part of … Continue reading →

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A Shoe for Seattle: Waterproof, Cleat-able, but not ‘Bikey’

Posted on February 9, 2013 by

We’ve got the new H20 from DZR Shoes many of you have been asking about.  Actually had them a few weeks now.  So far, pretty dang popular. The scoop: seam-sealed highly water-resistant with a waterproof membrane sandwiched between soft sheepskin … Continue reading →

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Holiday Sale this Thursday

Posted on December 3, 2012 by

Hello blog readers! Wanted to let you know about a sale we’re having this week. Most of our apparel in stock will be marked down 20%, including brands like Swrve, Nau, Ibex, and Smartwool (Outlier will be marked down 10%). … Continue reading →

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The City Wants You to Ride!

Posted on August 7, 2012 by

City of Seattle is enticing us to consider other modes of travel, like biking!  A little late maybe, but the Seattle Dept of Transportation contacted us to let you all know about the July/August Walk Bike Ride Challenge. We may be … Continue reading →

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July 14: “C’est Magnifique!” bike ride and picnic

Posted on June 22, 2012 by

When we did a survey many months ago asking what types of events you’d be most interested in, social bike rides were the clear winner. Thus, we give you “C’est Magnifique!” – a bike ride and picnic with un thème français.  Put … Continue reading →

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Bike-to-Work Day: Thanks!

Posted on May 31, 2012 by

Thanks to Cascade Bicycle Club for another great Bike Month and Bike-to-Work Day event, and to all of you who said hello to Juliette and me on your morning commute. It was fun decorating your bikes with buds! We hope … Continue reading →

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Slow Ride Speed Date is back!

Posted on May 15, 2012 by

Back by popular demand, our speed-dating-by-bicycle event is happening again next month. Since last year’s ride, many people contacted us asking when we’d do it again. Well, we’ve got an answer for you: June 12. Like last year, we’ll gather … Continue reading →

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Bike-to-Work Day, an important survey, and free bus rides for cyclists(!)

Posted on May 11, 2012 by

It’s Bike Month, and we wanted to let you know of some exciting things happening around town next week: – Bike-to-Work Day is next Friday, May 18. Fingers crossed for good weather! Once again, Juliette and I will be in … Continue reading →

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