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  • Biking to School: A Guide for Young Riders and Parents ๐Ÿšฒ๐Ÿ“š

    Is your child ready to start biking to school? Shifting Gears Bike Shop is here to help make this exciting transition safe and fun! ๐Ÿ”‘ Key Tips for New School Cyclists: ๐Ÿ‘จโ€๐Ÿ‘ฉโ€๐Ÿ‘งโ€๐Ÿ‘ฆ Tips for Parents: ๐Ÿ› ๏ธ Bike Check:Before the first ride to school, bring the bike to the shop for a safety check. We’ll make…


  • Sailin’ to the Scholars’ Isle: A Buccaneer’s Guide for Young Swabs and Their Kin ๐Ÿดโ€โ˜ ๏ธ๐Ÿšฒ

    Too much Talk Like a Pirate Day? Here’s the non-pirate version. Ahoy, ye landlubbers! Be yer young scalawag ready to set sail for the scholars’ isle on two wheels? Shifting Gears, the finest ship chandler in these parts, be here to help ye navigate these treacherous waters! ๐Ÿฆœ Cap’n’s Orders for New School Sailors: ๐Ÿ‘จโ€๐Ÿ‘ฉโ€๐Ÿ‘งโ€๐Ÿ‘ฆ…


  • Sweet new glassware

    More gift ideas from Shifting Gears Bike Shop. We have pints, rocks, and wine glasses from the folks at Vital Industries in stock for the holidays. There are custom “Bike Evansville” pint glasses in addition to the really rad bike themed glasses. Come check them out in person and pick up the complete set.


  • Neat new bags from Moab Bag Co.

    Do you like little bags? Do you like bike tires? Do you like little bags made of bike tires? We have some really neat new bags made from old bike tires by Moab Bag Co. We have small pet waste bags, medium size coin purse sized bags, and a medium sized catch-all bag.

    Moab Bag Co Pet Waste Bag

  • New Bike Day – Surly Krampus

    Tony came to help with Bike the Barns last weekend and also picked up his brand new Surly Krampus hardtail in nose drip curry.


  • Palmer Urban Mountain Bike Park

    The guys from ACE Bike Media rode the new Palmer Urban Mountain Bike Park in Janesville last month. Checkout their review on their YouTube channel


  • Winter is coming…

    Are you thinking about indoor training yet? There are some exciting things coming from our partners at Saris. Stay tuned…


  • Weekend Trail Highlight: Explore the Sugar River State Trail! ๐Ÿšฒ๐ŸŒฟ

    Looking for a scenic weekend ride? We recommend the beautiful Sugar River State Trail – a local gem perfect for cyclists of all levels! ๐Ÿ—บ๏ธ Trail Details:– Length: 24 miles (New Glarus to Brodhead)– Difficulty: Easy– Surface: Crushed limestone– Scenery: Farmlands, woods, rolling hills, remnant prairies, and 14 trestle bridges crossing the Sugar River! ๐ŸŒŸ…


  • My First Bike Spotlight: Reid Impact 24

    Is your child ready for their first big adventure on two wheels? Check out the Reid Impact 24 โ€“ the perfect companion for young riders ready to explore their world! ๐Ÿ”น Sleek Design: With its stylish steel frame and eye-catching blue color, the Impact 24 looks as cool as it rides. Also available in orange!…


  • New gift items are here!

    Super excited about the holiday gift items that just arrivedI know it’s early, but keep us in mind when you’re looking for unique bike themed gifts this season. Bags Bags from Moab Bag Co. and Handle Stash Cards and Books Sweet bike and animal themed cards and books from Amelie Legault Pint and Rocks Glasses…

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