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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…
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2026 Save the Dates
Here are some dates you may want to pencil in on the calendar. Make sure you are signed up for the shop newsletter and following us on social media to get all the latest information about events in and around Evansville!
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Be ready for spring riding!
Your bike needs a good cleaning if it’s been on the trainer all winter. Sweat is surprisingly corrosive to bike components and can lead to failures in cables, handlebars, or even crank arms — and you definitely don’t want something giving out on your first big ride of the season.
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Bikepacking Part 2
Bikepacking isn’t one-size-fits-all — and that’s the beauty of it. From fully supported luxury tours to credit card cruising, fully loaded self-supported adventures, and rugged backcountry bikepacking, there’s a style for every budget and comfort level. In this installment, we break down the options so you can decide what kind of adventure fits you. However…
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On the Stand: The Motobecane Tear-Down
A bike with a story—and a lot of miles behind it. This Motobecane once carried its owner from Illinois to Maine, then spent decades being loaned, ridden, and relied on. When it finally came into the shop, the goal wasn’t a museum restoration or a full modern overhaul. It was something better: careful attention, deep…
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Help Shape the Future of Cycling
We’d love your input! Help shape the future of cycling by taking the NBDA 2026 Consumer Survey. ✔️ Cyclists & non-cyclists welcome 📝 Takes about 20 minutes Thanks for supporting your local bike shop 🙌
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January Hours Reminder
We are open on Tuesday, Friday, and Saturday during the winter months. I’m also available by appointment on Wednesday and Thursday. Call or text anytime 608-736-8687
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What Is Bikepacking, Really?
We’re excited to share the first post in a new guest-written series on bikepacking—what it is, where it came from, and why it continues to pull people toward the horizon. This isn’t a gear guide. It’s a reflection on mindset, wanderlust, and why traveling by bike—loaded with just what you need—might be the best way…
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