Pre Work for a weekend of Fun!

The Super Bowl Sunday ride dates back to before most of us found our way to Harrisonburg and even before some of us were born. The ride first happened in the mid 80's by early Harrisonburg mountain bike pioneers and has turned into an annual event.   Thanks to the Shenandoah Valley Bicycle Coalition members for a Sunday of trail work to open up the trails off Shenandoah Mountain.  Hone Quarry/Big Hollow/Red Diamond and Pond Knob are ready for your own personnal adventure and those other 100+ folks who will ascend/descend the highest point in Rockinghman County! Don't forget to join us on Saturday night for the screening of "Reveal the Path" at Court Square Theater.

[caption id="attachment_2099" align="aligncenter" width="700"] Matt Smith loaded to clear the Super Bowl Trails![/caption]

 

On to the Next One!

Rumors of a Mid-Season "Dynamo"

Did I hear someone mention the possibility of a mid-season Dynamo? This 100+ mile over-night bumpy road ride typically occurs in October, but the recent warm temperatures this January have spurred a few anxious riders to mutter the “D word” lately.  Check out the Dynamo blog for more details.  Ok, well the last blog post dates 2007, but there is a sweet poem to get everyone stoked.

Winter Weekend for Riding

We hope you were able to get out on your bike and enjoy the warm temperatures.  The mountain trails are all cleared of snow but soft conditions still exist.   Pick the rockiest trails for the most traction.   Perfect road moisture made it ideal for thin tire fun on the county gravel roads.   Dreams of future Harris Roubaix rides were dancing in our heads yesterday as the bumps of the road transferred through our wrists and up to our brains.  Mark your calendar for this years Harris Roubaix on April 7th!

[caption id="attachment_2059" align="aligncenter" width="426"] Gravel Road Riding....make sure you hold on with two hands![/caption]

See you tonight at Clementine for the monthly SVBC social! 7:30 Rubys!

Reveal the Path is Coming to Harrisonburg February 2

Winter Maintenance Clinic: Setting up and Caring For Suspension

Proper setup and care for suspension on mountain bikes is an important topic that can save you money and improve the quality of your ride.  Don't miss the next installment of the SBC winter maintenance clinic on January 10 at 6:30 here at the shop.  Bring your mountain bike and we'll show you how to pimp your squish.

 

SBC Winter Overhaul Special: Road, Touring, and Cross Bikes

Today begins the start of our two week Road, touring, and cross bike Winter Overhaul package. Remember this special ends in two weeks on January 21 so get your trusty steed down here. Don't have a road bike? Never fear we will be running overhaul packages for all types of bikes this winter. Check out more information.

Setting Tracks for 2013!

2012 was a great year for SBC and the local bicycle community!  We thank all of you for your support.  SBC is heading into its 14th year and we are proud of and grateful for our customers, staff, and Harrisonburg's vibrant community.

Whether you are a first time rider or a seasoned professional, please let us know how we can help you make tracks in 2013. We are in the business of supporting all your two wheel adventures.  Whether you're riding to work, doing a century, taking the kids on a ride or planning a  bike adventure you've always wanted to check off the bucket list, we are here for you.

We love bicycles.  More importantly we love what they do for  individuals as well as the community.  We wish you the best of luck in 2013 and hope we can continue to serve your cycling needs.

Thomas & Tim
Owners of SBC!