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Team Time, Michigan Gifts, and Tons of Winter Fun

Posted on December 7, 2016 by Shaun

BE A PART OF SOMETHING THAT SUPPORTS THE SPORT YOU LOVE!
Team Hometown Bicycles is a combination of non-competitive and competitive riders with a passion for cycling, supporting their community, and growing the sport. Sound like your cup of tea? Awesome! Because we are now accepting applications for our 2017 Team.

CLICK HERE FOR THE SKINNY ON TEAM HOMETOWN BICYCLES!

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THANK YOU FOR BEING A 2017 TEAM SPONSOR!
BODY WITHIN PERSONAL TRAINING

Getting the 2017 Team Sponsor ball rolling is a company with which we have a long and truly special history. Body Within Personal Training, run by Chris and Jenny Schild, has been a key player in the evolution of Hometown Bicycles since day one – everything from sponsoring our Team in 2015 and 2016, guest speaking at our much-loved winter clinics, sponsoring our epic Mountain Bike Marathon, teaching yoga classes for Hometownies (Shaun and I loved these!), volunteering expertise at our Fall Extravaganza, and being deserving perma-residents on the Hometown Bicycles VIP wall of fame.

I’ll tell you right now that when you support Body Within, you’re supporting Hometown. This company is amazing, and is our role model for business ethics and values.

Check out their video above and visit www.bodywithinfit.com to learn more about the people of Body Within and their in-home personal training and corporate wellness services. They have over 12 years of success stories under their belts, and are loved community wide. And here’s something awesome just for Hometownies…

20% OFF YOUR 1ST MONTH OF TRAINING
when you mention “Hometown Bicycles”
(For new clients only.)

CALL NOW TO SCHEDULE A CONSULTATION: 517-404-3488

“Move Better. Feel Better.” AND show your appreciation for this remarkably supportive Sponsor. Two birds, one stone. Thanks, Hometownies! And THANK YOU, Body Within!

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KEEP YOUR CHRISTMAS $$ IN MICHIGAN!

While you’re in the thick of Christmas shopping for your favorite bike lovers, why not keep your dollars right here in Michigan by supporting the remarkable talent of local artists on display at Hometown!

Image above (clockwise from top left): Aubrey Baumeier’s Sunshine Design jewelry consists of ingeniously recycled chain links and inner tube. Winnie Chrzanowski’s bike photography tells an artistic story. Deborah Marlowe-Kashdan’s geometric print is playful and pre-framed. Peggy Kerwan’s exquisite bike prints are beautifully presented – all you need is abow! Lauren Patrell of LPbyLP has sewn bicycle perfection into her purses, cards, and keychains. And Cindy Selke’s bicycle wreaths are the perfect accent for your front door.

Don’t forget to check out our 24 Days of Christmas daily deals on Facebook for more gift ideas that will help you shop local. Today’s daily deal is at right >>

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TEAM NEWS: GLOBAL FAT BIKE RIDE

Hometown’s Team and crew made the short trek out to Island Lake last weekend for the Global Fat Bike Day Ride. It was total fat bike nirvana!

Hometown Rides Coordinator, Jean, described it like this: “it reminded me of dumping out a jar of marbles – bikes rolling in every direction! Over 100 Fat Bike cyclists joined in for the group ride – some estimate over 150.”

Wanna be a part of the next big fat bike adventure? Join us over at the Poto Trail this Saturday, December 10th at high noon for the 2016 Abominable Snowman Ride! Don’t have a fat bike yet? Cue the Hometown fat bike rentals…

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RENT A FAT BIKE AT HOMETOWN

Our fleet of rental fat bikes were out in full force at last weekend’s Global Fat Bike Day Ride, and they’re all rarin’ to go again for any of you wanting to ride this weekend’s Abominable Snowman Ride. Here’s how the program works:

We have a fleet of 12 rental fat bikes in all sizes, for guys AND gals.

1 DAY = $50 3 DAYS = $100 5 DAYS = $150

Go out, ride, have fun and, if – you know – you just happen to fall in love, we’ll apply the rental fee toward your purchase of that bike!

While your picking out your rental bike, be sure to check out our winter gear selection. Riding’s infinitely more fun when you’re not frozen to your seat!

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FITNESS CLASSES AT HOMETOWN

Hey, Hometownies! Mark your calendars for these fantastic winter fitness programs running right here inside your favorite bike shop:

CARDIO DRUMMING – Wednesdays at 6:45PM
$5 class fee / $5 equipment rental – With Martha Soraruf
Click to learn more

DYNAMIC YOGA – Fridays at 9AM on 12/16, 23, 30 • 1/6
$10 drop in or $35 for all 4 weeks – Presented by Tocca Massage & Yoga
Click to learn more

ZUMBA – Mondays at 6PM & Thursdays at 9:30AM
$5 drop in – With Leslie Barrett
Click to learn more

Stay tuned to upcoming emails for an announcement about another favorite use of our Community Room: Winter Bike Clinic Series 2017… COMING SOON!

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HOMETOWN SHOP RIDES

Happily, cold weather and early nights do NOT signal the end of cycling season! Here are shop rides you won’t want to miss this week:

Friday Night Lights – TBA
Although we’re a hardy bunch, temps creeping down into the 20°s this Friday with a stiff, 20mph “breeze” are beyond even our adventurous comfort level. Stay warm this weekend, and we’ll look forward to catching you on the next ride! Stay tuned to our Facebook for the next scheduled ride.

Fat Bike Friendly Ride – Saturday, December 17th, 10 a.m.
Explore ~12-14 miles of Milford area mountain bike trails with us! Fat bike / mountain bikes are all welcome. NO DROP RIDE. Dress warmly! Meet at the Milford trailhead located on Peter’s road between GM/Commerce roads, on the West side (at the Janowski Field park). Park in the lot closest to Peters Road (if you see baseball fields to your left, you’re there). **Check Facebook for ride updates.**

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2017 SPONSORSHIP OPPORTUNITIES

Check out the companies below… they’re our 2015/16 sponsors, and businesses that we are proud to promote because they share our core values of integrity, passion, dedication, and community-mindedness.

Additional Team Sponsor opportunities are still available. Interested in learning more? Contact our Rides Coordinator, Jean, at ride@myhometownbicycles.com.

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Team Time, Hidden Treasures, and Inner Tube Earrings

Posted on March 29, 2016 by Shaun

WHETHER YOUR INTEREST IS SHOP RIDES OR TEAM HOMETOWN, this Thursday at 6:30pm is an event you want to attend!

We’ll provide pizza, you BYOB, and we’ll answer all of your questions regarding the official Shop Rides schedule and Team Hometown Bicycles, plus you’ll get to meet our ride leaders and Team Captains.

If you already know you want to be part of Team Hometown Bicycles – AWESOME!! You can officially sign up at this event.

THIS THURSDAY, MARCH 31ST AT 6:30PM

REGISTER HERE IF YOU’LL BE ATTENDING TEAM NIGHT
No obligations and no charge – just a chance to learn what all the excitement’s about!

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AND THE JERSEY TRADE-INS KEEP ROLLIN’ IN

(Above: A few of the trade-ins already brought in – some still have the tags!)

In a previous newsletter, we talked about our Jersey Trade-In program, where we invited you to raid your closet and bring in your clean, rip-free jerseys for $10 store credit apiece!

The response has already been fantastic, and that means there are some extra-great buys here at Hometown for our bargain-lovin’ bike fans. Come in and check out the “Hidden Treasure Jerseys”, which are not-so-hidden on our clothing racks. Don’t forget to bring along a few trade-ins of your own – one cyclist’s trade-in, another cyclist’s treasure!

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MEET THE BIKE ARTIST: AUBREY BAUMEIER

Using inner tube, chain, gears, and shifter cables in crazy-clever and gorgeously-crafted ways, Hometown’s newest artist, Aubrey Baumeier of Sunshine Design, set a record for the shop when her first piece sold before we’d even finished installing the display!

And believe us, you’ll understand why when you see her work for yourself. Her pieces range from funky to classic, and are all founded on the core principle: “recycle it!” You’ll never look at your cast away bike bits the same way again.

Think “wow factor,” ladies. Think “she’ll love it,” fellas. Just be sure to check them out!

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MEET THE BIKE ARTIST: MARLA JAMES

Marla of Marla’s Mud is fun, energetic, and head-over-heels for the creative process – and it sure shows in her hand-thrown and hand-glazed mugs and pendant necklaces. Each piece is unique and intriguing.

Marla’s creative engines are revved, and you’ll be seeing more of her playful craftsmanship appearing in our store. She told us that her mugs hold cold as well as heat, so picture yourself post-ride sipping a refreshingly cold beverage from your one-of-a-kind, cyclist-friendly mug. Now that’s worth a look!

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TEAM HOMETOWN’S ALREADY ROCKIN’ THE RACES

(At Waterloo Grit & Gravel, from left: Gary Spencer, Tom Hermann, Jim Cleer, and Mark Lang)

Hometown jerseys have been popping up all over the early Michigan race scene. Three cheers to our hardy Team Hometown Bicycles riders who tackled Epic Race’s newWaterloo Grit & Gravel event. Riding 50K and 100K, these super-cyclists put a sizable dent in the misconception that cycling season starts when the weather warms.

Team Captain Jim Cleer had nothing but positive feedback about this race – well-organized, well-designed, and well-run. Team Hometown will definitely ride it again!

In the meantime, cheer on the Team at their next event, Barry-Roubaix Killer Gravel Road Race on April 16th. It’s the largest race of its kind in the world!

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BONUS HOMETOWN NEWS

We still have copies of the cyclist’s best friend – LMB’s Ride Guide – at our shop. It lists rides, races, and cycling events around Michigan… a must have for any cyclist and free of charge!

Hometown ♥♥♥ The Eric Hartwell Foundation, and that’s why we’ve been involved with their Spring Snowman Run/Walk from Hometown’s beginning. We’re super-proud to be a part of what they do – raising funds to support children at C.S. Mott’s Children’s Hospital with leukemia and other blood disorders – with a bike donation for this event.Register early for a chance to win the Jamis Allegro!

Hometown will soon be echoing with the energizing beats of Martha Soraruf’s Cardio Fitness Drumming class. Held in the Hometown Community Room, this class will run April 13, 20, and 27 at 6:45pm. It uses drumsticks, hands, drums, and fitness balls to get your blood pumping and relieve built-up tension. Call Martha – (734) 678-9647 – for details and to sign up! (Thanks for the pic, Martha!)