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For your safety, always wear a helmet, eye protection, and protective clothing when riding any motorcycle or ATV. Never ride under the influence of alcohol or other drugs. Study your owner's manual and always inspect your Suzuki before riding. Take a riding skills course. For the MSF street course nearest you, call 1-800-446-9227. Off-road riders can enroll in the DirtBike SchoolSM by calling 1-877-288-7093 and we’ll even pay for the training. Suzuki engineered the GSX-Rs™, and Hayabusa for experienced riders. Suzuki firmly believes racing belongs in one place—on the racetrack. The RM-Z series motorcycles are for closed-course competition use and related practices only. Suzuki, the “S” logo, and Suzuki model and product names are Suzuki Trademarks or ®. © Suzuki Motor of America, Inc. 2013.

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Motorcycle Chase Ends in Construction Zone

An unusual high-speed motorcycle chase across two counties and three freeways ended Wednesday afternoon with the driver in the dirt and in custody.

Traveling at speeds up to 90 mph along mostly clear freeways, the motorcyclist drove erratically, gesturing obscenely toward officers and motioning his hands as if to summon them on.

The chase flew along the 210, 134 and 170 freeways as the driver weaved through traffic and narrowly missed other cars.

The driver appeared to flip off the pursuing officers with his middle finger. Earlier in the chase, the driver tossed his gloves in the carpool lane, was seen standing on his motorcycle and punching other cars.

Several times, the motorcyclist lifted his hands from the controls, shaking his arms.

While traveling along the 170 Freeway in the Burbank area, the driver transitioned onto what would become an all-dirt road.

He continued speeding through the barren construction zone before he hit a patch of  dirt that appeared too slow him down. The driver jumped off his motorcycle and slumped into the dirt.

A pair of CHP officers approached him, guns drawn. One the officers kicked the driver in the back to force him to lay face down in the dirt. They then handcuffed him.

California Highway Patrol was tipped off to the chase about 3:30 p.m. Officers from the Inland Empire began the pursuit, CHP Officer Vince Ramirez said.

Ramirez said the driver was wanted on suspicion of reckless driving.

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All D37 Desert Racing Change

Discussion in 'California' started by CDA, Jun 11, 2013 at 4:27 PM.

Just an FYI for anyone that is thinking of trying their hand at desert racing.

District 37 has put in place, starting this weekend, the Pie Plate Racer. In the past, this is how new racers that wanted to check out desert racing without buying a District Card would race.

The cost is $10 for the weekend. So that would be the cost of the race that the club is putting on + $10. You use to have to buy a district number at $20 for the year, so you are saving $10 if you just want to do one event.

Also the AMA has stepped up and is allowing a one day membership as well at $20 so you do not have to spend $49 for a full membership at the races as well. The $20 is good for 90 days towards buying a full membership as well.

The combine savings is $39 if you are just going out to check an event out. I know some of you were looking into this and the upfront cost was a concern, well you can now use the extra $39 towards your fuel cost to fill the race scooter.

Also if you are thinking of getting the whole family an AMA Membership, you can now get The Family Membership, for $98. includes up to 5 memberships, one primary member gets full membership and all others have the competition rights. For this membership you must CALL 800 262 5646.

Just thought I would throw this out there to you all. There is a couple Euro Scrambles coming up in September that I have my eye on and maybe we can do a DBA representation out there. Maybe Shorty will cough up some shirts/bibs to wear to show the off-road world this site instead of all the MX stuff he only does....

If you have any questions, fire away and I will do my best to answer or find the answer for you.

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Big Rock Creek Is Now Open for Mt. Biking (Trail Fee Applies)

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Great news folks, some of the most incredible trails in the whole Midwest are now open for Mt. Biking! Big Rock Creek has opened its doors to the cycling community, and if you were lucky enough to get out there during the ski season, you know how exciting this is.

I was out riding on the Big Rock Creek trails over the weekend and I was completely blown away. I've been told there are 20-30 miles of trails that run through the property, and the first comparison that comes to everyone's mind is that this trail system is very similar to the Birkie trail. However, since this trail system is so new, there are some things to be aware of:

• The access point to the Mt. Bike trails is not the same as the access point to the ski trails. Big Rock Creek is planning on renting out its clubhouse, so it's our responsibility as cyclists to not interfere with the business side of things. The access point is indicated on the above map, and there is plenty of real estate between the access and the clubhouse so it should be a breeze to stay out of sight.
• These trails are roads that run through the property, but they are not gravel roads, it's more like two single track trails running side by side. Please use caution as the terrain is extremely challenging! Learn the trails before you let 'er rip!
• Trail passes are $10 per day or $75 for a season pass and $100 for a family pass. Passes are available at CyclovaXC and you must sign a waiver of liability.
• To get to the trail you have to cross about a quarter mile of mowed grass, then you pass through a gate and enter a different age. It's truly awesome out there!

Here's what the access road looks like (on 235th St. within sight of 87):

This picture was taken facing South on 235th St. (Lone Maple St.) looking towards Highway 87

You drive down the gravel road until you go through a gate (about 1/4 mile in). You can park down in that area, or up on the clearing at the top of the hill (access is by a mowed path on the left). 

This place is brand new so the whole thing is a great adventure (plus you pretty much get the trails to yourself). 

This is the grassy area on the top of the hill for parking and hanging out, the trails themselves are more worn in.

We're looking for a lot of feedback about this area--what you like and what needs to be improved, so please don't hesitate to contact me with questions or comments (bj@cyclovaxc.com). I'll be at Cyclova June 12th, 13th, and 14th if you want me to personally give you a tour of the cycling area. Frank is in the process of getting a GPS map of the whole trail system and we'll post that as soon as it's available.

Also, keep in mind that the clubhouse area is available to be rented out. Spread the word, Big Rock Creek is a unique and special place and we're excited about training out there!

Another grassy area you can ride through, however the trails themselves are more well-defined than this

In my excitement last weekend, I forgot to take a picture of the actual trail! I'll have something like that posted next Wednesday.

See you out there!

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Finding the perfect springtime mountain biking tire can be as challenging as a technical granny gear climb. Ever changing weather can drastically alter trail conditions from dry and dusty to wet and muddy. Here are nine tires that will help you keep the rubber side down no matter what the trail conditions are like. — Jason Sumner

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English crowned youth girls’ champion

Monday 27th May 2013, 2:29PM BST.

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THERE were some excellent performances from the 10 talented Guernsey Velo Club Youth Academy youngsters in the Southern Regional Mountain Biking Championships against the best riders from the Southern, Central and South East regions of the UK.

The accumulated points from the Youth Academy together with Team Guernsey’s Elite Senior riders secured the top team score, with Hannah English winning the girls’ youth category championship and Sam Culverwell leading the Southern Regional series juvenile male category.

In the U16 girls’ youth category, English, 14, found herself a bike length in the lead after the first long bend of a fast start.

On the long, very slippery course, she managed to hold her position and after the first 7km lap she had pulled away by almost two minutes from Abi Van Twisk, who had been tipped to win this race by the British Cycling website.

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Sand drags slated for Saturday

Posted: Wednesday, June 5, 2013 5:15 am

Sand drags are all about the size of the engine and pure horsepower. Riders will pit their souped-up motorcycles and ATVs against one another to see who will have the fastest time off the line Saturday, June 8, at the Billings Motorcycle Club.

The BMC features a 300-foot sand drag with two lines of improved racing. Classes for virtually everything are offered, from little 50cc dirt bikes to the huge hill climb motorcycles with 110-1600cc engines. Hardcore quad racers will be on hand with stock, modified and superstock setups that are sure to wow the crowds.

Even the more sedate folks will mix it up by racing their side-by-side utility vehicles down the line. A huge trophy is offered for the Anything Goes Class which allows motorcycles to challenge ATVs because it is all about pure speed.

The competition is fun but serious. Spectators will have a full view of the action. Concessions are available and ample parking allows a view from a variety of vantage points. Bring lawn chairs because seating is very limited. Gates open at 5 p.m. and the race starts at 6 pm. Admission is $5 at the gate.

From Interstate 90 take Exit 447 to South Billings Boulevard and travel south. Turn left on the north side of Casey’s Corner onto Old Blue Creek Road. The Billings Motorcycle Club Grounds, 2104 Old Blue Creek, will be on the left.

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Downhill mountain biking season arrives in full force at Angel Fire Resort

Cody Olivas

The Angel Fire Bike Park opened for the season Friday (May 17) with an expanded selection of trails for 2013.

Cody Olivas | Updated 3 weeks ago

Dirt. In its raw form it’s not the most epic element. Like mountain bikers say, however: No dig, no ride. 

The Angel Fire Bike Park, which already has 56 miles of singletrack trails, doesn’t plan to stop digging until its the biggest bike park in America. Bermed turns, jumps, drops, wall rides and man-made features are all part of the experience at Angel Fire. Some of the trails are perfect for never-evers while other trails will challenge even the most seasoned downhill mountain bikers. The huge system of trails is pretty, well, epic. 

“We’re one of the most diverse riding destinations in North America,” Bike Park Director Hogan Koesis said. “The gamut of trails we offer lend themselves to a large spectrum of riders.”

 Angel Fire opened for the season Friday (May 17). The scene was a mixture of stoked locals and stoked tourists making their annual “pilgrimage” to Angel Fire. 

“We were super busy,” Koesis said. “It was good for a non-holiday weekend.”

The bike park was the first to open in the Rockies, and it will also be the last to close. The bike park will be open 108 days this season, until Oct. 27, up from 92 days last year. It will be open five days a week until June 20, then it will be open daily until Aug. 19, and then start scaling back operations in the fall. 

It plans on building trails the entire time. 

The bike park is hoping to open one of its new trails this weekend: Angel’s Plunge. “It’s a totally different part of the mountain,” Koesis said. “It’s like a flow trail — there’s a whole lot of berms.”

When building new trails, Koesis said they don’t try to force in any features, but rather adjust to the specific terrain they’re building on. 

“Each trail has unique attributes,” Koesis said. “We tend to just make it fun.”

By the end of the year the plan is to have 60 miles of trails. By 2020, they’re hoping to have 100 miles of trails. Many of the new trails are expected to be blues. 

Gravity Logic (the builders of Whistler’s bike park) will come lay out some of those new trails at Angel Fire this summer. “We’re super excited to bring those guys in,” Koesis said. 

Angel Fire also changed its trail rating system this year, separating advanced trails into “more difficult” and “most difficult” categories. The green to double black classification should make it easier for riders to find the terrain that’s right for them.

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Minn. cycling race gives athletes a rough ride

by Elizabeth Baier, Minnesota Public Radio

May 17, 2013

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BYRON, Minn. — As wind whips over the vast fields and tall red barns nearby, Andrew Folpe prepares his aluminum-framed gravel race bike for an early-morning ride.

With 40 mile-per-hour gusts, his morning training ride will be a test of endurance, a fitting preparation for Saturday's 100-mile Almanzo road race, which will test more than 1,000 cyclists from around the country and Europe on the winding, backcountry roads just south of Rochester.

One of the nation's premier gravel road events, the race gets its name from Almanzo Wilder, the husband of "Little House of the Prairie" author Laura Ingalls Wilder. The couple lived for a brief period in Spring Valley, where this weekend's bike race is based.

• Photos: Almanzo 100 gravel road race

"The gravel roads in Minnesota are much hillier than the regular roads," said Folpe, 46. "They haven't been graded. So they're more fun. The best parts of it are when it goes through the valleys and the bluffs."

On his recent morning ride, Folpe attacks the road with his friend and fellow cyclist Joachim Mertens. Both men work at Mayo Clinic. Folpe is a doctor and professor of laboratory medicine and pathology; Mertens, also a doctor, is a postdoctoral research fellow in gastroenterology.

Maneuvering a bike on gravel is hard work, both physically and mentally, even for the two veteran cyclists. There's a lot of bouncing. Roads are dusty and can be filled with potholes, or covered in tiny, crushed limestone rocks that pop from the ground and wedge themselves into riders' knees. If it's wet, roads get slippery and slimy like crunchy peanut butter.

Mertens, 36, said the ride requires constant mental focus.

"Gravel road is really the way to go if you want to avoid cars as good as you can," he said. "Its landscape is beautiful, and it's more challenging terrain. You have to be careful when you pull out your bottle and take a sip, because you don't want to do that in the wrong corner. At least I don't want to."

In its seventh year, the Almanzo will wind through some of southeastern Minnesota's most remote areas. But it's not really a competition. There is no entry fee, and the only rule is that riders finish in 12 hours. Riders can use whatever kind of bike they want. And instead of claiming a prize, the winner takes home a Mason jar full of gravel.

"It is a race, but in all honesty I couldn't tell you who's ever won," Folpe said. "The whole thing is very casual. It's a nice group of people. It's certainly a lot more low-key than road racing."

The Almanzo has grown each year, from 12 riders in 2007 to 1,300 this year.

Founder Chris Skogen, 35, who organizes the informal race from the attic of his home in Rochester, is a manager at Trader Joe's. He spends his nights and weekends personalizing race packets with hand-written notes, promoting the race on social media and collecting postcard registrations from fans around the country. Most participants are men, but women have started to ride in the last couple years.

"I know there's some people out there that think I'm crazy for allowing so many people in," Skogen said. "But if you are inviting people over to your home, how do you pick which ones you don't want to be there, if you really genuinely want to have this experience with all these people? It's hard to say no to somebody."

Skogen said the race has become a grassroots alternative to traditional events that emphasize podium ranking. Similar races have emerged in towns and cities across the country.

"Cycling is not at the forefront of people's minds like basketball or baseball," he said. "So for me it was important to try to do something a little bit different, and shift the focus from the top three to the entire field in the hopes that it would get more people interested."

If convincing people to enter a 100-mile gravel race wasn't enough, Skogen upped the stakes, challenging some riders to push their limits even further. This year, about 70 cyclists will ride a 162-mile route and another 30 will tackle a grueling 380-mile loop -- all on gravel.

Broadcast Dates

• All Things Considered, 05/17/2013, 3:50 p.m.
• All Things Considered, 05/17/2013, 5:54 p.m.

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Bar Fly Teases MTB Mount for Garmins

posted by Zach Overholt - June 7, 2013 - 7am EDT

To this point, Bar Fly has been focusing mostly on computer mounts for the road. To make the computer easier to see, Bar Flys (Flies?) put the computer out in front of the bar – not so good for mountain biking. In order to protect the computer and address issues like the stock mount moving around while using the buttons, short stems, number plates, etc. the Bar Fly MTB will put the Garmin behind the faceplate for safe keeping.

More details and another “spy shot” after the break.

Even though the mount is designed for MTB, it can obviously be used for CX, road, or anything that could use a little extra protection of the Garmin. The MTB will use the same engagement mechanism as their new 2.0 mount with a more tactile click on Garmin Edge 200/500/510/800/810 computers. Positioning of the computer should be better for riders using short, rise, and -17° stems a better viewing angle due to the adjustability.

Like the rest of their mounts, it is made from Delrin, is carbon bar safe, won’t damage your Garmin’s wings, and includes their Buy one and you’re done warranty. If it breaks for any reason, they’ll replace it for life. Pricing for the MTB will be set at $24.95 and they should be available on July 15th.

Gravity - 06/07/13 - 7:28am

‘Flys’ is correct, in this instance.

I guess this is a good option if your stem is too short, but even my 90mm fits my 510 comfortably. Otherwise, why would you choose this over the stock Garmin mount?

Fabricio - 06/07/13 - 8:47am

@Gravity I’m thinking the same, but my Haven stem is 75mm long and my EDGE 500 fit very nice with the stock Garmin mount

deanopatoni - 06/07/13 - 9:54am

I need one of these as my edge500 wont fit on my 50mm stem. Plus needs to be compatible with a 35mm diameter handlebar..

EXE - 06/07/13 - 11:50am

It isn’t good because I can’t flip the bike with this mount. I think best position for these big GPS is next to the stem.

Adam12 - 06/07/13 - 12:04pm

This will be great for those of us who run a strong negative degree stem. My stem is more than long enough but when I switch to the -15 degree stem, this will be essential to viewing my Gamin.

Scott - 06/07/13 - 2:23pm

Looks like a good option to keep the computer from moving around (as I experience on the stock Garmin mount) on my MTB. As Adam mentioned, a nice way to adjust the computer face relative to the rider.

S - 06/07/13 - 2:48pm

I use my first-generation (out in front) BarFly on my mountain bike; it actually works pretty well. Never had an issue with crashing, since typically you don’t go /straight/ forward (even if you endo).

Champs - 06/07/13 - 3:58pm

@Gravity: if you have a mountain bike, one Garmin, and X number of bikes, maybe you’ve only got X – 1 mounts to go around?

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  8/9/2012

  Excellent bikeshop full of pros who know bikes, and how to sell the correct one to each customer.    While writing this review, I was… Read More

  Excellent bikeshop full of pros who know bikes, and how to sell the correct one to each customer.  
  
  While writing this review, I was speaking to Dave at the shop and asking him if I could bring my bike in for routine adjustments same day, and he was more than accomodating.
  
  In short, there is a level of customer service at Old Town that I have not seen in other bikeshops in town, and I have had nothing but positive experiences.  
  
  5 stars.....super plus good eBayers.

• Lori N.

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  8/13/2012

  This bike shop did not want my business.  The mechanic I dealt with (not Dave, who was great on the phone) was so rude and condescending… Read More

  This bike shop did not want my business.  The mechanic I dealt with (not Dave, who was great on the phone) was so rude and condescending that I just walked out before he finished his sentence.  I have interacted with him before and felt the same "I don't care" attitude from him.  
  
  There are many bike stores in this town.  If the person you talk to is not as enthusiastic about your cycling experience as you are....go elsewhere.  I would give anything to help people find their bliss on two wheels.

• Jessica D.

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  12/3/2008

  I had a very good experience here getting fitted for my first "real" bike.  The staff took the time to get all the parts of my mountain bike… Read More

  I had a very good experience here getting fitted for my first "real" bike.  The staff took the time to get all the parts of my mountain bike adjusted right, helped me find the right shoes, and taught me to ride with clipless pedals in the parking lot.  I recommend Old Town for great service.

• Matt O.

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  7/20/2011

  Brought my mountain bike in for service after it had been beat up pretty good by my friend while I was deployed.  The service techs were… Read More

  Brought my mountain bike in for service after it had been beat up pretty good by my friend while I was deployed.  The service techs were great in taking a few minutes to look the bike over immediately upon my entering the store.  They gave me an honest assessment about what needed fixing and pretty accurate estimates regarding costs.  The bike needed a pretty extensive tune-up along with a couple of new parts and they were great about communicating throughout the process.  This is a great bike shop and I'm always down with supporting one of the local guys over the bigger chain type stores.  I'm not sure how the pricing stacks up against the other chain-types as I didn't comparison shop but the final bill seemed pretty reasonable considering all the work that was done and new parts needed.  I definitely consider this my local shop and will be back as needed!

• skye j.

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  6/8/2010

  Great Bike shop. I've bought two bikes there and the service has been awesome. They are down to earth, yet professional and they know their… Read More

  Great Bike shop. I've bought two bikes there and the service has been awesome. They are down to earth, yet professional and they know their bikes.

• ugly a.

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  2/17/2009

  Great store very helpful and honest. They are not pushy and will let you have a look around without breathing down your neck. My sister… Read More

  Great store very helpful and honest. They are not pushy and will let you have a look around without breathing down your neck. My sister bought a bike and they fitted the bike until they and she was satisfied. One of the best bike stores in Colorado.

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Welcome to our 50cc dirt bike and 50cc pit bike section! You will find the latest models of 50cc dirt bikes and 50cc pit bikes here. Our 50cc dirt bikes and 50cc pit bikes are of the highest quality in the market. They are designed and tested by our expert customers before they come in the market! We stand behind our bikes 100%!. You will not get stuck with parts. Parts of our bikes are readily availabe, We stock all parts for our bikes! 

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Cool Bike Games online for free,best Dirt Bike stunt games for kids to play FMX Team 2,no download

Rating: 8.7/10 - 3520 votes

FMX Team 2 is a stunning bike riding game – perfect for anyone into motocross action and epic bike stunts! In this awesome game, you have to perform specific tricks in order to earn points and you may select from 3 different pro-riders to perform these tricks. This is a fast-paced adventure; where you get to shoot downhill at breakneck speeds, knock yourself out doing freestyle stunts and blast off big jump ramps! Your job is to perform the most insane and stylish stunts possible! This wacky off-road experience is “EXTREME” fun and very addicting. Bring it on! Let’s see what you’ve got Stunt Master!

OK, you only get 3 short lives (chances) to show off your skills and perform the required tricks (without crashing!) If you succeed and you earn the required points, you can advance to the next level of play. Once you nail one trick correctly, you unlock (move onto) the next challenge. You can either start a new game or continue on from where you stopped the last time you played (as long as you are using the same computer).

If it is your first time playing, you should have a look at the brief tutorial at the start, to see what you’re in for! Otherwise, you can go straight to the action by selecting “Freestyle”. So, now you’re in the freestyle zone – it’s time for action! Here is where you select your bike riding character. Select from 3 different riders: Joey Dirt, Maikel Maniac, or Britta Olsen. They all have different strengths and weaknesses so choose wisely! You’re now asked to perform specific tricks, to earn points. This is where you have to prove your worth! You need to fly high! Flip the bike in the air (in both directions), pull wheelies and perform a wide range of other death-defying stunts, with the elegance and grace of a soaring eagle!

The graphics and sounds in FMX Team 2 are out of this world. This game is an absolute must for anyone who likes stunts, adventure, high-flying action and entertainment. Enjoy!

How To Play: Use these arrow keys on your computer keyboard to control the bike: (UP) Throttle, (DOWN) Brake, (RIGHT) Lean Forward, (LEFT) Lean Backward. To perform a back-flip, hold the Left arrow key while in the air. To perform a front-flip, hold the Right arrow key while in the air. To perform a wheelie, hold both the Up and Left arrows keys, while on the ground. Press the numeric keys (1 to 6) while in the air, to perform other spectacular tricks. You can see your remaining lives in the upper left corner of the game screen and the required points in the upper right corner. Your required points are displayed as follows: (0/200) (Current Points/Required Points). Remember, the required points (second number) are what you need to get to complete the level. Have fun!

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Maui Mountain Bike Relay Kids Race for Big Brother and Sisters Maui

Posted by James Boote on Fri, May 31, 2013 @ 07:02 PM

Last weekend the 2013 Maui Mountain Bike Relay Races were held to benefit Big Brothers and Big Sisters of Maui. The event gave mountain bike riders an opportunity to ride trails in upcountry Maui and enjoy a day of cycling camaraderie with fellow mountain bikers, feast on great food and support one of the best charity organizations on Maui, the Big Brothers and Big Sisters of Maui. Of course, West Maui Cycles was onsite offering bike repairs, support and bike maintenance for those in need of bike repairs or adjustments. We used our Specialized pop up alongside the bike store popup to provide a mini bike repair shop for the mountain bike event. Everyone had a great time and the kids loved the pump track and relay track. What a great day for families to get out and ride.

The event registration openned at 7. Afterwards, the event got underway with the Maui Pace Relay races for beginners and intermediate riders taking place at 8 am. The goal for riders was to complete as many trips around the 1.5 mile mountain bike relay course as possible between 8 and 9:30 am.  The next event was the Keiki Races for kids under 13 and was non-competitive fun race to get the little ones riding and enjoying cycling. And finally, the day of bike racing finished with a competitive Fast Relay Pace for the expert and elite mountain bike riders. This race was a gender neutral event open to all experienced mountain bike riders of any age. Teams were comprised of individuals and two rider relay teams who made as many trips around the challenging 4 mile mountain bike relay course as possible in the 3 hours allotted for the relay. Nearly all the riders noted the difficulty of the mtb course even for the expert level riders!

Check out a short video of the kids mountain biking at the Relay Races last weekend in Makawao. With all the great mountain bike riding on Maui, is it any wonder even the youngest keiki love to get out on the mountain bike trails available around Maui! Check out a short video with the kids mountain biking at the Relay Races:

Take a look at a few more images from the 2013 Maui Mountain Bike Relay on the Maui Mountain Bike Coallition’s (Local IMBA chapter) Facebook page.

Or, if you participated in the adult racing you can get your Maui Mountain Bike Relay results here on Racesplitter. After the event, the riders, fans and supporting organizers all sat down to a bbq feast and talked story about the fun day of riding on Maui.

Special Thank You to Paul Turner for sharing his property and making this Maui bike event possible!

You didn't know where to get a mountain bike rental on Maui and missed all the mountain biking fun last weekend? Don't let that happen again! From full suspension mountain bike rentals to hybrid cross trail bikes, West Maui Cycles in Lahaina offers one  of the largest fleets of bike rentals in Hawaii. Hit the button below, pick the bike you want to rent and complete the reservation for the days you'll be renting a bike on Maui. It's that easy. Make a Maui bike rental reservation NOW:

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Specialized Hardrock Pro Disc £599

1st Jan 2011 | 08:00

A near-perfect starter ride

BikeRadar rating:

4.5 stars

Slightly ahead of the same-priced opposition thanks to the fork

There are four bikes in the 2011 Hardrock range. This is the top model, and it’s the only one to get the custom-tuned version of SR Suntour’s XCR fork. Other bikes may theoretically offer more suspension travel, but the 80mm provided here is so well controlled that it gives the bike a major advantage over most of its price rivals when the going gets rough.

Ride & handling: Comfort is key

After half a dozen frustrating mis-shifts and chain jumps, thanks to a stiff link in the chain, the Hardrock’s Shimano Alivio drivetrain performed perfectly throughout the rest of the test period.

The Shimano brakes took longer than most to bed in to produce their best performance. However, most riders found them more than adequate for normal trails.

The wheels are well built, shod with Specialized’s appropriately named Fast Trak treads. These roll fast and grip surprisingly well in both wet and dry conditions. Bigger-profile treads would add a little more comfort, but with a decent fork and comfy saddle this isn’t really an issue on the Pro.

Everyone found the saddle really comfy. In fact, the Specialized finishing kit is all pretty decent. The seatpost is a sturdy twin-bolted offering and the handlebar is a  better-than-average butted low-rise model with a generous 27in width, ideal for control on challenging terrain. 

The handling of the Hardrock Pro is neutral in the best possible way. It gives you confidence to tackle the sort of ground that’s often too much of a handful for lesser £600 bikes.

The low (11.75in) bottom bracket keeps everything stable at speed, but you’ll need to be aware of possible pedal strikes as you power through bumpy bends.

Frame: Simple and practical

The Hardrock frame is a pretty special offering. The relatively slim tubes give a noticeably more forgiving ride than those on the chunkier Hardrocks from a few years back, but the clever shape-shifting of the top tube and down tube, plus internal butting in the right places, boosts strength and keeps the weight reasonable.

This is definitely a frame that’s worth a few parts upgrades as stuff wears out. However, like most others on bikes of this price, it’s also thoroughly practical. There are rack eyelets on the seatstays, two sets of bottle bosses, a forward-facing seat clamp slot and a long, neutral handling geometry that should please both relative novices and riders looking for more performance at speed. 

The biggest compliment we can pay to the rest of the bike is that it simply lets you get on with enjoying the ride. The saddle-to-handlebar reach is generous enough (with a 23.5in top tube onthe 19in model) to create a powerful flat-backed posture on climbs, to the point where you hardly ever feel aware of the 13kg (28.7lb) weight.

Equipment: Reliable travel and solid kit

A decent fork on a £600 bike makes a massive difference to ride confidence, simply because it makes the bike far easier to control when trails get rough.

SR Suntour’s XCR appears in different forms on different bikes, and its performance varies enormously. Specialized’s custom-tuned version simply gets decent damping, something that’s sorely lacking on most other rides in this price bracket.

Its 80mm of travel is a genuine 80mm, not exactly plush but always active unless you flick the lockout lever or tighten the preload. The lockout lever on top of the right leg is very effective too. It’s amazing how much influence a fork can have on the overall ride character of a bike around this price.

You won’t be choosing this particular model if you’re not a fan of Specialized’s bright red-and-white colour schemes. Fortunately, it comes in black and grey too.

To sum up, we simply couldn’t find anything about the Hardrock Pro to moan about in terms of trail performance. We’ve seen better finishing parts on £600 bikes but the fork performance and frame quality more than make up for that.

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Bike trails will increase cycling interest

One of the most unique uses for a stationary bicycle is to power a generator connected to a blender, making a juice drink in a tiny store in a jungle, as demonstrated on a Travel Channel show.
But most people like their bicycle rides to take them somewhere, help keep them in good physical condition, or give them an opportunity to socialize. All three situations apply to the Freewheel group coming to Tahlequah in June, it
In America, National Bicycle Month is celebrated in May with community and national rides, like the Freewheelers.
For 55 years, National Bike Month has welcomed in the spring time with riding bikes to work or school, said an online article at http://www.bikeleague.org –  a site that shares history and current opportunities for bicycle enthusiasts.
In 1880, the League of American Wheelman was founded. People may recall seeing photos of women in ballooned pantaloons riding over-sized tricycles, or bicycles built for two.
Other notable dates on this website include Buffalo soldiers testing bicycles for military use in mountainous terrain in 1896; the first Tour de France in 1903; and 70 years later, the 10-speed that became available to general public in the 1970s. Mountain biking didn’t become a sport until 1976, and women cyclists competed for first time in Olympics in 1984.
Bike enthusiast Tom Hoopes likes the speed, seeing the landscape, and the relaxation.
“It puts your mind at ease; it’s my personal stress relief,” Hoopes said. “Cherokee County has so many hills and valleys; it’s beautiful.”
He never rides on highways or anywhere people drive more than 45 mph.
“I’ve been riding about 10 years. My dad got into it, and I got his hand-me-down stuff when I was 17. I still ride with him sometimes.”
A local group enjoys rides together every Tuesday and Thursday. The excursions are a way for cyclists to get to know one another, Hoopes said.
“It’s a way to meet people you have a common interest with,” he said. “The main, long-term goal is to stay healthy all my life.”
When you create a passion and love for it, Hoopes said, it doesn’t seem like a chore.
“It’s enjoyable exercise. It’s mind-clearing,” he said.
David Rogers, owner of Paceline Cyclery, sells mostly bikes for comfort, road and mountain riding. Paceline opened in 1987 and Rogers has owned it for almost 21 years. He does maintenance on old and new bikes, and sells accessories.
“We sell more adult bikes than for kids. We live in a technology world. It’s taken over for Christmas gifts,” Rogers said.
Tuesdays and Thursdays at 6 p.m., the riders meet at Paceline for their excursions. They range in age from college students to retired people in their 80s, Rogers said.
“It’s a road bike group. We ride 20 to 35 miles, for a hour to an hour and 45 minutes,” Rogers said. “Sometimes we have two groups, a faster one and slower one, and it depends on the weather, too.”
Most bikers ride road bikes because they roll faster, Rogers said.
Quality, professional bicycles range in price from $400 to $13,000.
“Bikes that cost $13,000 are super-high-end race bikes like pro racers use in the Tour de France,” Rogers said.
Most people buy the $800 to $3,000 to $4,000 range bicycles with carbon fiber bodies. The lighter bikes are more expensive and absorb the road vibration. There are many styles of seats, which are made to fit according to the right style of riding.
“A lot of people buy bikes to ride with their kids,” Rogers said, “You know, the family that rides together stays together.”
More bicycle trails are needed in town, he said.
“The city is working on it. There are more sidewalks connecting to downtown, and the are a lot of rural roads that the Cherokee Nation has paved,” he said. “Parents don’t feel good about their kids riding on streets.”
Rogers said there will be a lot more people out riding when bike trails are complete – coming downtown to shop, buy ice cream and attend events.
“Tulsa has good bicycle paths, Fayetteville does, and Muskogee did the Rails to Trails,” he said. “Fat Tire Bike Shop in Fayetteville said bike sale for families increased when the city put in bicycle paths.”
The Freewheel Bicycle Tour will come through Tahlequah June 13, and between 700 and 1,000 cyclists will spend the night here.

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UPDATED: Dirt bikes, ATVs causing headaches for police

Nancy MacPhee, Published on June 12, 2013

SUMMERSIDE — It’s fast becoming a problem for Summerside Police Services.

The number of complaints involving off-road vehicles, particularly ATVs and dirt bikes, trespassing on private property and travelling on the Confederation Trail within the city are increasing.

Earlier this week a dirt bike driven by an 18-year-old struck a 17-year-old pedestrian on the pathway close to the trail on Small Avenue. The pedestrian was taken to hospital, admitted and treated for non-life threatening injuries.

That accident remains under investigation.

Sgt. Joe Peters said although accidents involving off-road vehicles are not common within the city there are more of the vehicles being spotted and reported.

“It’s not so much on the trail but in pits and on private properties and fields,” said Peters. “They are disturbing people in residential neighbourhoods.”

Complaints are coming largely from the area of what’s known as the Blue Bell subdivision in the area east of MacEwen Road and Walker Drive.

Dirt bikes and ATVs are frequenting dirt pits in that area, said Peters.

“There are a lot of complaints in around that area.”

He added most often the drivers of these vehicles are youngsters, many not old enough to be legally operating the vehicles.

By law, anyone under 14 is not allowed to operate an off-road vehicle. Those 14 and 15 must complete and off-highway vehicle safety course and be “directly supervised” by an adult who has a valid driver’s license.

“A lot of them are young and they aren’t being supervised,” said Peters.

The provincial Off-Highway Vehicle Act states: “no person shall operate an off-highway vehicle on the Confederation Trail unless, (a) the person holds a permit; and, (b) the permit is affixed to the off-highway vehicle.”

An offence under this section carries a fine of $225.

Snowmobiles are permitted on the trail but only using a permit authorized by and purchased from the P.E.I. Snowmobile Association and during the time that the organization leases the trails.

“It’s not for motorcycles,” said Peters. “The parent has a responsibility, too, to make sure they (under 15) are obeying the law.”

The act also states: “no person who is the owner or operator of an off-highway vehicle, (a) shall operate or permit any other person to operate the off-highway vehicle; or, (b) shall possess, except on the property of the owner, the off-highway vehicle unless the person holds a certificate of registration.”

“The odd time we’ll catch one going up the highway to get where they are going,” said Peters.

Every operator of an off-highway vehicle is required to be registered under the act must produce a certificate of registration when asked by police.

The act also states off-highway vehicles are not allowed on any portion of highway in the province. Doing so can result in fines ranging from the minimum $250 for a first-time offence to a maximum $1,000 for a second or subsequent offence.

“There are allowed along the side of the road, in that ditch area,” said Peters, in reviewing the act.

He said under the city’s noise bylaw charges could also be laid against operators of these off-road vehicles.

“That’s not what we would use. We would use these off-highway vehicle acts.”

And, admitted Peters, it is very difficult to catch those breaking the law.

“You have to keep in mind that these are often kids. We’re in a police care and we’re not going to start chasing a motorcycle through the fields,” he added. “We have been exploring looking at renting off-road vehicles and having people trained to operate them. We’re not saying we’re doing it but we are looking into it.

“We don’t want to get into a situation where we’re putting anybody at risk, the children or the police officer.”

He said often the drivers, who are wearing helmets, are hard to identify. If police are able to do so or identify the bike they will follow up and charges will be laid under the Highway Traffic Act.

Peters pointed out that, under the Off-Road Vehicle Act, police can seize and impound a vehicle, something that hasn’t happened as of late in Summerside.

Operating one of these vehicles “without due care and attention” and “reasonable consideration for other persons or property” can result in fines up to $5,000.

nmacphee@journalpioneer.com

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SealSkinz All Weather Cycle Gloves £27

26th Jan 2010 | 14:00

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Waterproof, windproof but not good for winter

BikeRadar rating:

1.5 stars

Do not go out in 'all weather' in these gloves

SealSkinz' All Weather Cycles Gloves are designed to be breathable, waterproof and windproof. They do, more or less, manage this.

The inner glove does a good job of keeping the rain out and it does wick away moisture from your hands if they're sweaty, while the lightweight outer keeps the wind off. The gloves feel quite comfy and feature a silicone print on the fingers and palm for improved grip.

So far, so good – but when put to the test we found they didn't live up to their all-weather tag. If the temperature was much above 10°C, we found them uncomfortably warm and sweaty.

This may have been the outer glove not working effectively to get rid of the accumulated sweat. One thing is for sure: unlike other gloves they needed a good wash after every long ride.

On the flip side, if the temperature fell below 5°C, we ended up with cold to freezing hands. This happened on a number of occasions, but the worst experience was during a 25-mile ride in rain and sleet, with the mercury nudging 1°C.

At the end of that ride we had to pry the gloves off with our teeth after our fingers lost all feeling. Keeping your fingers dry is all very well but it's pointless if they freeze. These are just not thick enough to keep out the cold.

We've tested other gloves that may not be as waterproof as these All Weather Cycle Gloves, but they work in a wider temperature range. They also do a better job of keeping your hands warm enough to operate the brakes and gears, even when it rains.

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Mountain Bike Trails in New York State

Directions:
From West: Take 495 East(Long Island Expressway) to Exit 66 Sills Rd (Patchogue Yaphank Rd), bear left at Expressway Dr. South (service road). Turn left at Patchogue Yaphank Rd. Bear right at Mill Rd. Bear left at Yaphank-Middle Island Rd. Look for park entrance on left.

From East: Take 495 west (LIE) to exit 68 north (Wm. Floyd Pkwy). Turn left onto Longwood Rd. At end of Longwood Rd. turn left; entrance is immediately to your right.

General Description:

320 acre Cathedral Pines County Park, is located on the south shore of Long Island. The eastern edge of the park lies along the headwaters of the Carmans River, one of Long Island's two State Wild and Scenic Rivers. Facilities include campground with showers, picnic sites and the George Broome Memorial Activity Building. There are nature trails and a designated mountain bike loop trail. Adjacent to the park is the Prosser Pines Natural Preserve, with its majestic stand of white pines planted in 1812. While a great place for hikers, photographers and birdwatchers, the Preserve is off limits to biking.

County residents can purchase a green key from the Suffolk County Department of Parks for reduced fee parking and other park activities (see website below for green key info). On weekends non-residents can park for a $5.00 fee and Green Key holders $2. Weekday parking is free.

The Trails:

Bicycles can be ridden on existing paved or dirt roads, excluding hiking or horseback trails, in all of the active and passive Suffolk County Parks.

The Cathedral Pines Mountain Bike Trail is a one way, mostly flat singletrack trail that passes through shaded woodland habitat, and loops around fields and open areas. There are benches along the way, if you feel like taking a break. This 6 mile loop trail, built and well-maintained by the Concerned Long Island Mountain Bicyclists (C.L.I.M.B.), is recreational cross-country mountain biking at it's best. While not technically challenging (few rocks and roots), the rolling terrain with its many twists and turns is challenging for the beginner and a fast, fun ride for more experienced mountain bikers.

There are 3+ miles of additional spur trails with optional hill climbs for the advanced rider. The Cathedral Pines Mountain Bike Trail is a great after work ride, if you happen to live in the area. It is also open during the winter months, while the popular trail at nearby Rocky Point Natural Resources Management Area is closed from November 1-January 31.

Camp for a few days of outdoor adventures. The park provides easy access to and is nearby:

Prosser Pines County Nature Preserve: One of the oldest pine plantations in the eastern U.S.

Wertheim National Wildlife Refuge: 2,550 acres maintained by the Nature Conservancy. Four miles of marked trails travel through a variety of habitats including wetlands, pine barrens and grasslands. Spring brings magnificent wildflowers and the Autumn colors are not to be missed. Designated activities include hiking, wildlife observation, canoeing and fishing. Cross-country skiing (winter)

Carman's River Canoe Route: This popular canoe trail along Long Island's third largest and most pristine river begins in the village of Yaphank, passes through the Wertheim National Wildlife Refuge and ends where the Carmans River widens and enters Great South Bay. There are 5 canoe access points.

For more information:

Cathedral Pines County Park
Yaphank-Middle Island Rd.
Middle Island, NY 11953
Phone: (631) 852-5500

Suffolk County Department of Parks, Recreation & Conservation
PO Box 144, Montauk Highway
West Sayville, NY 11796
Phone: (631) 854-4949
TTY: 711 (AT&T National Relay)

Website: www.co.suffolk.ny.us

Concerned Long Island Mountain Bicyclists (C.L.I.M.B)
maintains the mountain bike trails here as well as other trail systems on Long Island.

Website: C.L.I.M.B.

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Inside The Nitto Factory, Where The World’s Best Bike Parts Are Made

Nick Stango 15 May 2013 7:30 PM

Ever wondered where Nitto’s legendary bike parts are born? This short documentary by SimWorks, a bicycle retail shop, gives us a glimpse inside the company’s manufacturing facility in Japan.

Nitto has been the leader in bicycle components, both in terms of style and quality, for almost a century. The piece is narrated by Nitto’s President, Akira Yoshikawa, as he explains the manufacturing industry in Japan and why Nitto has never ventured into carbon fibre bikes.

It’s all intercut with a healthy dose of factory machine porn. Nitto parts find their way onto your bike one way or another if you ride long enough, so pay attention, cause you’re about to find out where good bicycles come from. [SimWorks via ProllyIsNotProbably]

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Northstar Mountain Bike Park to open ahead of schedule

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Courtesy Chris Bartkowski A downhill rider catches some air last summer at the Northstar California Mountain Bike Park. The park opens Friday, a week ahead of schedule.

LESSONS and CAMPS

Group and private mountain bike lessons are available to all levels of riders, ages 9 and up, through the Northstar Bike Academy. The following packages are offered:

Bike 101: An introduction to all of the basic skills needed in the park.

Private Lessons: Two, three and six-hour private biking lessons give riders instant feedback and personal attention with professional bikers using elite-level coaching and training methods.

Trailblazer Teen Mountain Bike Camp: Providing young riders ages 10-16 with access to experienced local coaches, the Northstar Bike Academy aims to get teens familiar with the sport and advance their skills.

Bumps & Bends: For the rider who wants to work on jumping technique, high speed cornering and attacking the rock sections.

Helmets are required for all riders and can be rented along with bikes and other equipment at the resort or online in advance. In addition, all rentals will come standard with a full face helmet and gloves.

The largest lift-served mountain bike park in Northern California is scheduled to open Friday at Northstar California Resort. 

Light spring snowfall in the Sierra enabled crews to get a head start on trail maintenance, allowing the park to open a week earlier than planned. 

“We have made some big strides in early-season trail maintenance and I’m really pleased with the quality of product we’re rolling out this season,” said Bike Park Manager Forrest Philpot. “Our loyal riders can look forward to a few additions and improvements. Those new to the sport shouldn’t put learning off for another summer. In addition to the bike park, bikers can access some of the best cross-country trails in Lake Tahoe from here.”

Philpot says the park’s popular trail, Gypsy, is slated to become one of the best trails in Northern California this year thanks to recent upgrades. Crews expect to have the trail completely rebuilt by mid-summer. Other notable improvements include a new wood S-berm on Upper Mineshaft and a fresh feel in Zone 1 of Livewire after a machine resurfacing project.

Northstar Mountain Bike Park offers more than 50 miles of trails for both cross-country and downhill riders. Cutting-edge builds and world-class trails attract top athletes from around the world and Northstar Bike Academy helps riders of all levels advance their skills.

Northstar again will host a series of bike events and clinics this season. Northstar Cross-Country Bike Race Series will expand to Saturdays in addition to Thursday nights, and the Tahoe Trail 100, a Leadville Classic Qualifier, will return July 20. Participants are invited to a free race preview and clinic this Saturday. 

Other events include the LUNA Chix Women’s Specific Cross-Country Clinic on June 25, the Downhill Bike Race Series on Sunday mornings and a Specialized Women Sports Camp on Aug. 10-11.

HOURS OF OPERATION and PRICES

This weekend will feature a soft opening of the park with more than half of the bike and hike trails open Friday from 10 a.m. to 7 p.m. and from 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. on Saturday and Sunday. 

The remaining trails are scheduled to open in the coming weeks, conditions permitting. A complete trail report can be found online.  The Northstar Bike Park is open Friday through Sunday through June. Daily operations begin the first week of July and continue through Aug. 19.

Daily lift tickets will be available for purchase for $48 and discounted multi-day lift ticket options are available for $91. For those who want to ride all season, Mountain Bike Park season passes are available now for $329 and can be purchased at the Tickets and Season Pass office in the Village at Northstar, by calling 1.800.466.6784 or online at www.NorthstarCalifornia.com.

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Quadrophenia scooter fetches £36,000

02 December 2008

The 1967 Lambretta ridden by Jimmy in the 1979 cult film Quadrophenia fetched a £36,000 at Bonhams Entertainment sale in Knightsbridge. Lambretta scooters, together with the rival Vespa, mobilised a generation of Italians in the immediate post-war years. Scooters would eventually surpass their strictly utilitarian origins to become an integral part of British youth culture in the 1960s as favourite transport of the fashion-conscious 'Modernists', or 'Mods'. Quadrophenia was inspired by The Who's double album of the same name. Phil Daniels' character, James 'Jimmy'' Cooper, rode the Lambretta Li 150 Series 3. After filming finished, the 'Jimmy Bike' was sold to scooter dealers Rafferty Newman and put on display in the window of their shop in Portsmouth. It was later sold and used on the road, before being left to rot in the garden of a quiet suburb. The iconic scooter was restored in 1995. Since then it has gone on to win various concours awards. When Quadrophenia was re-released in January 1997, the Li 150 attended the premiere in Brighton where it was reunited with Phil Daniels and other members of the original cast. Later that same year the 'Jimmy Bike' was used for filming at The Who's Quadrophenia concert in Hyde Park, London and on location in Brighton. Page 1

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Your Bike Shop

4 Reviews

51 Cole St, Warren, RI 02885

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• Michael T.

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  • 1 review

  5/19/2013

  I have say Art is the best friend I know and he is the best and is always willing to help others!  I remember when I happen to get a flat… Read More

  I have say Art is the best friend I know and he is the best and is always willing to help others!  I remember when I happen to get a flat tire and it was almost near Arts closing time and I called Art that I had a flat on the path and I wasn't that far away and I ask Art if he could wait for me and he said "Sure no problem"!  Once I have arrived he fixed the flat and I was on my way back on the path!
  Later I have rewarded Art for his help that day and till this day I will never ever for get for what he has done for me!
  One thing for sure Art always tells it like it is and I am sure he will be on the bike path for more years to come!  KEEP UP THE GREAT WORK ART!

• Dave A.

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  • 25 reviews

  8/9/2012

  Answered the phone on the first ring, confirmed he had the model and size bike we wanted in stock, had it ready to test drive when we… Read More

  Answered the phone on the first ring, confirmed he had the model and size bike we wanted in stock, had it ready to test drive when we arrived, and it was $30 less expensive than other Raleigh dealers.
  
  Art, who has owned the store for the past 22 years, clearly takes pride in the service he provides to area residents and those who traverse the adjacent Rhode Island bike path.
  
  He was more than willing to install a bell right away, adjust the seat, instruct my daughter on a few bicycling basics, and send a co-worker outside to assist me with my previously unused automobile bike rack.
  
  In a day of too many chain stores and online purchasing, it's refreshing to deal with a local merchant who understands the meaning of service.
  
  My daughter digs her new Raleigh Detour 3.5 bike.  I'd recommend Art Leland's Your Bike Shop to anyone needing new wheels or bicycle service.

• Perry J.

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  • 51 reviews

  4/15/2010

  Your Bike Shop is fairly small, and the selection of items isn't huge. However, it has enough of a selection to satisfy most people.  I… Read More

  Your Bike Shop is fairly small, and the selection of items isn't huge. However, it has enough of a selection to satisfy most people.  I adore the bike I got there.  Art, the owner, is a great guy -- very friendly.  His prices are reasonable, especially his prices for repairs.  He's been in the bike business for a very long time, and he's very experienced.  Having him here in Warren is a great convenience.  I'm giving him 4 stars only because his selection of products isn't that large.  Otherwise, I'd give him 5 stars in an instant.
  
  In late 2010 Art told me that he is going to enlarge the store.

• Justin B.

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  • 13 reviews

  7/30/2011

  Art is the go-to guy along the East Bay Bike Path.  During our annual bike trip down the path, we discovered that our daughter's right gears… Read More

  Art is the go-to guy along the East Bay Bike Path.  During our annual bike trip down the path, we discovered that our daughter's right gears were not shifting.  When we stopped by, Art quickly diagnosed the problem: a pinched gear wire due to the new kick stand.  He quickly fixed the problem.  The total charge:  $00.00.  Friendly and professional service.

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Ride a motocross bike through various challenging landscapes and collect all the tags without crashing. Rating: 7.5	Race an all terrain vehicle through various overhead view winter courses. Rating: 5.5	Bike Mania has trials bike courses which must be completed to show you are a true champion. Rating: 7	Alternate Play: Bike Mania 2. A sequel to the already popular Bike Mania. Rating: 6.5	Bike Mania has gone to Iceland! Game Play: After game loads, click Start and then click New Game. Rating: 6.5
Ride a dirt bike and get points for each stunt you do. Play and see if you really are the best! Rating: 5.5	Race against time and computer opponents. Be the fastest rider around, but mind the engine! Rating: 4.5	Do tricks, earn points, then spend to upgrade your bike. Do 360s for max points. Rating: 7.5	Destroy your enemy or finish first to win. Rating: 7.5	Alternate Play: Dirt Bike. Ride a dirt bike on challenging obstacle courses and try to complete all levels. Rating: 7.5
Ride your dirt bike through a challenging rocky terrain in this highly addictive sequel of the extremely popular game Dirt Bike. Rating: 6.5	Take this challenging journey through the massive sand dunes of Dubai riding a quad bike and try to complete all the levels. Rating: 5.5	Try to unlock all 15 amazing freestyle motocross stunts and score maximum points! Rating: 9	2nd edition FMX Team with downhill, big jumps, new tricks, custom dirt bike tuning, and much more! Rating: 8.5	Copy and paste one of the tracks listed or create your own. You may submit your track and we will add it to the list. Rating: 7.5
Click above for Large Version or here Compact. Copy and paste track code or create your own. Submit track code in Comments. Rating: 7.5	It's time to test your skills with the cyber stoppie game. It will test your coordination to the limit. Just don't bottle it, get a grip! Rating: 5.5	Become the cool heavy-metal girl and ride the track. Collect the coins but make sure you miss the toxic cans, the oil spills and cars. Rating: 6.5	Draw a line with the tools and a dude on a motor bike will follow your line and crash or jump. Save your game and watch it later. Rating: 7.5	Newer version of Line Flyer. Adds an eraser and more tools. Draw a line with the tools and watch the motorcycle guy follow them. Save game to view again. Rating: 8
A physics dirt bike game. You must use balance and skill to pass each level. Can you beat it? Rating: 7.5	Ride a pocket bike through various tracks and try to defeat the best riders of the Mini Moto circuits! Rating: 6.5	Risk your life to perform stunts on your motocross bike, speed, jump ramps, get air and earn points. Rating: 7.5	Race your dirt bike over jumps and through rough terrain! Rating: 5	Rev up your dirt bike, bust a few hellacious tricks and catch some huge air to score maximum points. Rating: 8.5
To clear the levels, you must to reach the exit point safely for which you need to maintain bike balance throughout the game. Rating: 5.5	A motocross game that lets you control body weight placement and adjust the position of the bike based on rear wheel torque. Rating: 6.5	In this extreme Motor Bike game you have to ride your bike through ten very challenging levels to complete the game. Rating: 6	Choose from a selection of bikes each with their own specialties and select from your preferred track and country. Rating: 5.5	Control your super mud bike and defeat the opponents by winning all the levels in this nice game. Rating: 5.5
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The popular dirt bike time trial series continues with fresh new challenges! Race across the tracks and take a shot at the top times. Rating: 7.5	The legendary dirtbike series continues with new Freestyle tricks! Catch big air and score new moves. Rating: 7.5	Travel Down Under and conquer the outback in a new challenging TG Motocross adventure! Rating: 7.5	Use your dexterous digits to propel your motocross bike to the finish line! Rating: 7.5	Challenge your friends in the ghost rider mode and climb to the top of the Facebook leaderboards! Rating: 8.5
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