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News
on Jun 5, 2020
Bikes are Harder to Find than Toilet Paper [Cartoon]
by Jeff Barber
Supplies are definitely starting to run thin.
News
on May 18, 2020
With Little to Do Staying at Home, More People are Picking up a Bike
by Matt Miller
Coronavirus has had a surprising impact on the bike industry, but it seems like it's mostly a positive one.
Culture
on Apr 10, 2020
Always Tip Your Mountain Bike Mechanic [Cartoon]
by Jeff Barber
A 6-pack of beer can be an appropriate tip for your bike mechanic, but timing is everything.
Gear
on Mar 27, 2020
Mountain Bikes are Expensive [Cartoon]
by Jeff Barber
At least high-end bikes cost much less than high-end cars.
News
on Mar 27, 2020
For Small Business Owners in the Bike Industry, the Timing of Coronavirus Couldn't Have Been Worse
by Matt Miller
Coronavirus is impacting small businesses at the worst time possible in the seasonal cycle of the bike industry.
Culture
on Nov 11, 2019
What it's Like to Work in a Bike Shop: Expectation vs. Reality
by Sam James
Working in a bike shop isn't perfect, but if you live for bikes then it can be one of the...
Opinion
on Aug 25, 2019
How do you Plan to Purchase Your Next Mountain Bike - In Person or Online?
by Jeff Barber
The bike industry is in a state of transition, and today consumers have a few choices when it comes to...
Mountain Bike Podcast
on Feb 4, 2019
What's Grinding Our Gears and Stoking Our Spokes in 2019 [Podcast #189]
by Jeff Barber
We discuss some of the positive trends we're seeing, along with some of the potentially negative things that could affect...
Beginners
on Nov 14, 2018
Bike Shop Mountain Bike "Tune-Ups," Explained
by Richard Shoop
What's does a mountain bike "tune-up" cover? We visit a local bike shop to find out.
Videos
on Sep 19, 2018
Watch: Seth Asks, Should you Support your Local Bike Shop?
by Seth's Bike Hacks
Seth explores the idea of supporting the local bike shop.
Forum
on May 28, 2018
Another Fuggin' Trek?!?!?
started by Robert Dobbs
Last reply on May 28, 2018
Soooo, I walk into my local bike shop excited at the prospect of purchasing my first gravel bike, a Salsa...
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Events
on Mar 23, 2018
The Biggest Bike Sale in New Zealand, Coming to Taupo in April
by Greg Heil
The Monster Bike Sale in Taupo, New Zealand brings 5 bike shops together offering 33 different brands, a used bike...
Culture
on Mar 21, 2018
Colorado Brewery Has a Bike Shop Inside, and Service Includes Free Beer
by Corey Maddocks
A bike shop has opened inside a Colorado craft brewery, and customers get a free beer with their purchase of...
Forum
on Jan 2, 2018
New Bike Mechanic Training - Minnesota
started by Elingerfelt
Last reply on Jan 2, 2018
Hello everyone, I am a training coordinator for Minneapolis Community and Technical College, and I am conducting a feasibility study...
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Opinion
on Aug 16, 2017
Over a Beer: A Bike Shop Employee Responds - "May I Order that Bike/Part/Accessory for You?"
by Guest Post
Local bike shops face an enormous inventory challenge. This article explains why keeping the right products in stock at sufficient...
Mountain Bike Podcast
on Jul 24, 2017
Your Local [Bike] Shop Is Not Trying to Screw You [Podcast #113]
by Jeff Barber
A mountain bike podcast with Chris Tavel of Loose Nuts Cycles, a bike shop in Atlanta, Georgia.
News
on Mar 15, 2017
Amazon Partners With Beeline Bikes for Free Assembly on Bikes Over $500
by Jeff Barber
In yet another blow to local bike shops in the US, Beeline Bikes is set to offer drop-off, assembly, and set-up services......
Forum
on Mar 15, 2017
Are you comfortable buying a bike online?
started by Jeff Barber
Last reply on Mar 15, 2017
Setting aside the "moral hazard" of not supporting your local bike shop, how comfortable are you with ordering a new...
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Videos
on Mar 1, 2017
Watch: The Best Local Bike Shop Commercial Ever
by Video Share
"One does not simply buy a bicycle." I generally hover my mouse over the "Skip Ad" button when I'm watching mountain......
Forum
on Jan 31, 2017
Do you haggle over prices with your LBS?
started by Jeff Barber
Last reply on Jan 31, 2017
I've always negotiated bike purchases from local bike shops, but I'm curious to know if others do this as well....
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Opinion
on Nov 9, 2016
Over a Beer:
by Greg Heil
Editor’s Note: “Over a Beer” is a regular column written by Greg Heil. While Greg is the Editor in Chief for......
Events
on Sep 28, 2016
Our Favorite Bikes and MTB Products from Interbike 2016 [Podcast #71]
by Jeff Barber
In this episode of the Singletracks podcast, Aaron, Greg, and I reflect on this year's tradeshow and discuss some of...
Culture
on Mar 15, 2016
Opinion: The Top 5 Reasons Why You Should Shop at Your Local Bike Shop
by Rovo Bike
Editor's Note: Rovo Johnson has been cycling for 20 years, and he's started a website designed to help people who want......
Mountain Bike Podcast
on Dec 3, 2015
The Pros and Cons of Buying a Mountain Bike Online [Podcast #22]
by Jeff Barber
On this Episode In this episode we discuss the pros and cons of buying a mountain bike online. We talk......
Gear
on Nov 23, 2015
It's Easier Than You Think to Buy Mountain Bikes from Many Brands Online
by Jeff Barber
Earlier this year Trek made a big splash by announcing online bike sales, an announcement that was met with its......
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