Author: ShiftingGearsBikeShop
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What to eat on a bike (and what we learned stocking it)
Cycling burns more energy than it feels like it’s burning. You’re sitting down, there’s a breeze, the scenery is moving — it doesn’t feel like hard work until it does. By then you’re already behind. Here’s what actually works, and an honest note about what I learned stocking it.
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How to make your bike more useful
A bike with nowhere to put anything is a recreation vehicle. Add a rack and a bag and it becomes transportation. That’s not a small difference — it changes how often you actually ride. In a town like Evansville, almost everything is within a few minutes by bike.
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Ride the Parks 2026
Ride the Parks is back on June 4th! The normal social ride will be taken over by the park board. Visit all seven parks in Evansville in one hour! You won’t want to miss it.
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Art Crawl – Friday Night
Join us Downtown on Friday night for the annual Evansville Art Crawl. Laura will be in the bike shop with jewelry from Celes Journey, our pop-up shop dedicated to her mother. Dian was a metalsmith at Burnie’s Rock Shop for over 30 years, and her work incorporates copper, silver, and gold with a nature motif.…
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Volunteer for e-bike demo day
We could use some help on the 16th with our e-Bike Demo Day at Lake Leota. Call me, or stop by, at the shop if you’re available and interested. We need folks to help check bikes in and out, handle waivers and feedback forms, and generally just make sure things go smoothly. We will have…
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Bike Month Specials
Throughout Bike Month, we are offering discounts on cycling accessories and gear… Lights & Bells 15% off bike lights, bells, and horns. Be seen and heard on your bike! Great for commuters heading out during Bike to Work Week, and kids biking to school every day. They work great on scooters too! Bags & Racks…
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Thursday Update
Quick update for the newsletter… Closed Today! I need to help my parents today so the shop will be closed. Back at on Friday at noon. Bike Packing Signup! There are still spots available for bike packing. If you’re on the fence, sign up and come talk about your concerns. We’re going to have plenty…
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Saris Spring Gear Up Sale
Shop limited-time deals on Saris bike racks and storage solutions. Save up to 20% and gear up for the riding season.
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Join us for bike packing!
Overnight ride to New Glarus Woods State Park on April 25th! We’ll camp, eat well, and ride back Sunday. SAG support available for your gear. Only $15 covers everything.
