Category: General
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Riding is good for your mood
You don’t need to be training for a race or chasing any particular fitness goal to get something real out of riding a bike. It turns out that even short, casual rides have a measurable effect on how you feel. And it’s not just my opinion. The science backs me up. Read on for more…
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Bike and Scooter Safety
Summer is here and the kids will be roaming the streets for the next few months. It’s important to know the rules, be aware of your surroundings, and give the kids the freedom to be out there having fun and learning a little independence.
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Bike Bingo!
It’s still Bike Month. We packed a lot into the first few weeks of May, but it’s not over yet. And we get the extra “Wisconsin Bike Week” tacked onto the end. So… there are still a few days left to complete your Bike Month Bingo Card.
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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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Is Your Chain Trying to Tell You Something?
We see a ton of worn-out chains. After flat tires, it’s one of the more common issues we see.. And almost every time, the person bringing the bike in had no idea it was happening. That is not a knock on anyone. Chains wear out slowly and quietly. They do not snap or make a…
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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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Trail Passes Now Available
Pick up your annual WI State Trail Pass in person! Wisconsin State Trail Passes are now available for purchase at the bike shop. A state trail pass is required for all individuals aged 16 or older who bike, cross-country ski, horseback ride, or inline skate on certain trails. A state trail pass is not required for…
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Small Upgrades, Big Difference
Spring is a great time to take a closer look at your bike — not for anything dramatic, just a chance to notice what’s worn and what might be due for a little love. Some of the most satisfying upgrades you can make cost less than takeout and take about ten minutes to swap. We’re…
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Time for Tune-ups!
Fall was a long time ago. If your bike could talk, it’d probably ask for a little attention before you throw real miles at it. The tune-up schedule fills up fast in spring, so early birds get the smooth-shifting bikes. We also offer a free no-pressure check-in — just bring it in and we’ll tell…
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Got a Bike Collecting Dust? We Want It.
Got a bike collecting dust in the garage? Shifting Gears is buying used bikes right now — any condition, any size. Bring it in for cash or trade-in credit toward something new. Kids bikes especially welcome as we head into the spring riding season. We also accept donations, and every bike we take in helps…
