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Christmas Cyclists, Ornament Making, and Lots of Love

Posted on December 14, 2016 by Shaun

HOMETOWN BICYCLES CHRISTMAS & NEW YEAR’S HOURS:

Christmas Eve | 9AM – 3PM
Christmas Day through New Year’s Day | CLOSED*
Monday, January 2nd | 9AM – 9PM (regular hours)

It’s always been our tradition to make the Christmas season about family… well, actually we make EVERY day about family – but especially between Christmas and New Year’s, we close the shop so that our crew can spend quality time with their loved ones.

* So why, you are wondering, do we have a big, ol’ highlighted asterisk next to “CLOSED”? It’s because this year, there will be a couple exceptions, when Shaun and I open the shop briefly for classes held in our Community Room. Post-Christmas, we’ll be NEEDING Cardio Drumming to burn off cookies, and Yoga to melt away holiday stress! Please drop by to participate, or even just to tell us what Santa put under your tree!

WE WILL BE OPEN:

Wednesday, December 28th from 6PM – 8PM
for Cardio Drumming with Martha Soraruf

Friday, December 30th from 9AM – 10AM
for Dynamic Yoga with Ashley Knuth of Tocca Massage & Yoga

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GET HUGGED BY YOUR FAVORITE CYCLIST

Just imagine… while everyone else is gifting them hand lotion and fruit cake, you’ll step in – proverbial cape snapping smartly in the breeze – with a gift that celebrates their passion for cycling. Now THAT’s hug-worthy!

You know we carry bicycles and cycling accessories, but did you also know that we are your one-stop shop for bike-geared stocking stuffers, ornaments, garden art, fashion, decor, kitchenware, and ever-so-much more?

So, Christmas shopping… YES! We’ve got you covered!

Also, check out our 24 Days of Christmas Daily Deals on Facebook for more bike-lovin’ gift ideas to make your cyclist smile. Today’s Daily Deal is at right >>

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KIDS’ ORNAMENT CLASS AT HOMETOWN

THIS SATURDAY, FROM 10AM-NOON: Bundle up the kids and join Hometown Bicycles artist, Lauren Patrell of LPbyLP, for a beginner felt ornament sewing class in Hometown’s Community Room on 12/17 from 10am-Noon!

This class is perfect for kids (ages 4 and up), and adults looking to have some crafty fun. $7 per participant, payable on class day, you’ll leave with a finished felt heart ornament, ready to hang on your Christmas tree or give as a gift!

And here’s my personal note… that’s Lauren at right >> with Shaun’s and my little Aria. Lauren is one of those authentically kind souls who love what they do, love life, and love to share that joy with others. She’s the creative genius behind all the exquisite bike purses, wallets, keychains, and cards that you’ve been enjoying for the past year.

Trust me – you and your kids will love this class!

CLICK TO REGISTER FOR “SEW YOUR OWN CHRISTMAS ORNAMENT”
Your registration ensures that Lauren will have enough materials for all!

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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
Holiday Special (thru 12/31) 5-Class punch card with 6th Class free – just $22

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HOMETOWN SHOP RIDES

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

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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THANK YOU FOR BEING A 2017 TEAM SPONSOR!
PRO-MOTION PHYSICAL THERAPY

Stepping again into the Presenting Team Sponsor role is a Hometown AND customer favorite, Pro-Motion Physical Therapy with Vinnie Baylerian, PT, DPT. Watch your January newsletters for a feature highlight on this wonderful, local company. In the meantime, we simply couldn’t let another week go by without sending out a heartfelt THANK YOU to Pro-Motion Physical Therapy for its unwavering support!

Pro-Motion Physical Therapy | Brighton & Howell | (810) 588-4133 | promophysicaltherapy.com

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WANNA JOIN TEAM HOMETOWN BICYCLES?

In addition to our now accepting 2017 Team Applications, we’ll also be hosting a Team Meeting, open to all interested riders, on Saturday January 21st at 4:30pm – mark your calendars!

Follow our Facebook page for details and confirmation of time, and email Rides Coordinator Jean with your questions at ride@myhometownbicycles.com.

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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.

Check out the companies above that have already committed to 2017 Team Sponsorships – Pro-Motion Physical Therapy, Body Within Personal Training, and William P. Horal, D.D.S, P.C.. We are PROUD to have them aboard!

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

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2016 HOMETOWN BICYCLES TEAM SPONSORS

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Join Team Hometown Bicycles 2017

Posted on December 5, 2016 by Shaun

HAVE FUN, MAKE FRIENDS, GET FIT: BE A PART OF TEAM HOMETOWN BICYCLES 2017!

You’ve ridden with us at everything from Tour de Livingston Kick-Off to our weekly shop rides. Some of you are current Team members, and some are simply curious to learn more. We’re putting the call out to ALL of you…

Hometown Bicycles is now welcoming new and existing riders to Team Hometown Bicycles 2017, and YOU are invited!

WHAT IS TEAM HOMETOWN BICYCLES?
Our Team is a combination of non-competitive and competitive riders with a passion for cycling, supporting our community, and growing the sport.

We span all skill levels – from novice recreational riders to hardcore athletes – but share a common commitment to be the BEST version of ourselves and to give cyclists a good name.

WHAT DOES TEAM HOMETOWN BICYCLES DO?
Our Team leads off a wide variety of weekly shop rides, participates in benefit rides and races, volunteers at community events that benefit and promote the sport, shares their love of cycling at shop events, and makes it all FUN!

WHY SHOULD I JOIN TEAM HOMETOWN BICYCLES?
First and foremost, joining our Team gives you a chance to support and grow the sport you love. We’re an anti-snob operation, and believe that the health of cycling relies on its accessibility to everyone.

Our Team expectations are reasonable and fun, and the Team benefits are uniquely awesome, including reimbursements, discounts, and priority service from our famously outstanding service department (come see why we’re bragging!)

You will forge friendships with some of our community’s coolest people. Ride buddies will abound!

And, if fitness is on your New Year’s resolution list, you’ve got Team members to hold you accountable and a wealth of cycling opportunities to keep you excited.

HOW DO I JOIN TEAM HOMETOWN BICYCLES?
CLICK HERE to download a copy of our 2017 Team Application (or pick up a copy at the shop), and return your completed Application to Hometown Bicycles or email it to ride@myhometownbicycles.com.

I WANT TO LEARN MORE!
You can start by checking out our 2017 Team Application. We’re also hosting a Team Meeting, open to all interested riders, on Saturday January 21st at 4:30pm – mark your calendars! Follow our Facebook page for details and confirmation of time. There may also be an open ride before the meeting, depending on weather and trail conditions.

Drop by the shop any time with questions, or email inquiries to Jean at ride@myhometownbicycles.com.

We hope to ride with you again soon! Thanks for your interest!

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24 Days of Christmas, Zumba, Yoga, and Cardio Drumming

Posted on November 29, 2016 by Shaun

FORGET THE PARTRIDGE – THIS PUTS MONEY BACK IN YOUR WALLET!
It’s tradition! Get your planner out… here are this year’s Daily Deals running December 1st-24th:

DECEMBER 1:  Get $20 off any purchase of $100 or more
DECEMBER 2:  Get 10% off all bicycle inflation devices
DECEMBER 3: Get 10% off all Park tools
DECEMBER 4: Get 20% off any Planet Bike accessory
DECEMBER 5: Get 15% off all trainers
DECEMBER 6:  Get $500 off any carbon fiber bicycle
DECEMBER 7: Get 15% off all helmets
DECEMBER 8:  Buy 1 tune-up for yourself, get 1 tune-up FREE for a friend
DECEMBER 9:  Get 10% off all car racks
DECEMBER 10:  Buy 2 inner tubes, get 2 inner tubes FREE
DECEMBER 11: Get 25% off any one item
DECEMBER 12: Get $10 off any purchase of $50 or more
DECEMBER 13:  Get a $100 in-store gift certificate with every bicycle purchase
DECEMBER 14:  Finish Line bicycle cleaning kit originally $49.99, now $39.99
DECEMBER 15:  Planet Bike Superflash Tail Light originally $29.99, now $19.99, PLUS get 20% off all other lights
DECEMBER 16:  Get 30% off all clothing
DECEMBER 17:  Buy 1 get 1 free on all nutrition
DECEMBER 18:  Get 10% off all lubes
DECEMBER 19:  Buy a kid’s bicycle, get 50% off a kid’s helmet
DECEMBER 20: Get 15% off all cycling gloves
DECEMBER 21:  Get 10% off all socks
DECEMBER 22:  Get a free water bottle with purchase of a water bottle cage
DECEMBER 23: Get a 25% trade-up on all gift certificate purchases
DECEMBER 24:  Last minute shoppers, get 25% off everything!

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ZUMBA AWAY THE WINTER “BLAH”S

Our Community Room is filling up with fantastic, fitness activities to keep you fighting fit over the cold, winter months. First on the docket is “Zumba with Leslie Barrett“:

Join Zumba instructor Leslie Barrett for cardio, toning, and fun as we dance to some great Latin and world music, plus some pop and hip hop!

Zumba is for everybody and every body! All fitness levels welcome. You don’t have to be a dancer… come as you are and dance away those pesky pounds (and your troubles)!

RUNS MONDAYS AT 6:00PM & THURSDAYS AT 9:30AM
$5 drop in – Community Room at Hometown Bicycles – Click to learn more

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STAY TONED WITH DYNAMIC YOGA

Massage maven and yogi, Ashley Knuth of Tocca Massage & Yoga, will help you keep your cycling muscles limber with her movement-based Vinyasa Yoga class:

Based on the Baptiste Power Vinyasa Yoga Sequence, our dynamic classes are designed to give you a physical workout with a combination of strength and stretching poses. All yoga classes are 60 minutes. All skill levels, including beginners, are welcome!

FRIDAYS AT 9:00AM ON 12/16 • 12/23 • 12/30 • 1/6
$10 drop in or $35 for all 4 weeks – Community Room at Hometown Bicycles
Click to learn more

(Writer’s Note: Tocca’s massages are incredible. Seriously. I’ve been a patron for years.)

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CARDIO DRUMMING – WE LOVE YOU!

When it comes to Martha Soraruf’s insanely popular Cardio Drumming classes, we’ve become total converts (and not just because it’s Liam’s favorite!) This is a class of epic energy and frustration-venting fun:

Join us for an evening of drumming, music, movement and fun! Cardio drumming is the latest way to relieve stress, sweat, sing and enjoy a workout with friends! What a great way to start the week.

Please arrive 10-15 minutes early to check in and find a spot. Don’t forget your water!

RUNS MONDAYS AT 9:30AM & WEDNESDAYS AT 6:45PM
$5 class fee / $5 equipment rental – Community Room at Hometown Bicycles
Click to learn more

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HOMETOWN SHOP RIDES

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

Friday Night Lights – December 2nd, 7:00 p.m.
Meet at the shop by 6:45 for an intermediately-paced night jaunt through Island Lake. Be sure your lights are charged, and bring a back-up, if you have one!

IMPORTANT NOTE: Rifle Season runs November 15-30. Please consider exploring non-hunting parks during the day and those with hunting after dark. It’s only two weeks – let’s stay safe!

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2017 SPONSORSHIP OPPORTUNITIES

With 2017 fast approaching, we are opening up additional Team Sponsor opportunities. Interested in learning more? Contact our Rides Coordinator, Jean, at ride@myhometownbicycles.com.

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2016 HOMETOWN BICYCLES TEAM SPONSORS

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Wacky Wednesday trumps Black Friday at Hometown Bicycles

Posted on November 21, 2016 by Shaun

WHY SHOULD ALL THE GREAT DEALS COME AFTER THANKSGIVING?

Our shop is founded on an “attitude of gratitude”, so giving thanks to our customers is something we enjoy doing all year round… but there is definitely something about this time of year that makes us want to show a LOTTA extra love to you and your fellow Hometownies.

Besides, Liam said so! Watch the video for details, but here’s the gist:

WEDNESDAY • 11/23 • 3PM-9PM
Take 30% OFF ALL in-store items
& 10% OFF ALL special orders

10% OFF ON BLACK FRIDAY – REGULAR HOURS

Common Sense Stuff: Cannot be combined with other promotions. Not valid on past purchases or labor.

HOMETOWN’S THANKSGIVING HOURS

Wednesday (11/23): 3PM-9PM

Thursday (Thanksgiving): CLOSED

Black Friday (11/25): 9AM-9PM (regular hours)

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RENT-A-FAT-BIKE AT HOMETOWN

DID YOU KNOW… that you can rent our Jamis and Framed fat bikes? Did you just get a surge of adrenaline? Then get on in here and ask about our fat bike rental program!

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TEAM NEWS: HOMETOWN VISITS THE BIG “D”

Joe Ostervik took the Hometown jersey to the “D” as he joined the fun at the Mad Anthony CX Race at Historic Fort Wayne on November 13. It was an awesome Team member, on an awesome ride, with awesome whether, at an awesome location… yep, straight-up Hometown!

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HOMETOWN SHOP RIDES

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

Friday Night Lights – Starts up again December 2nd, 7:00 p.m.
Meet at the shop by 6:45 for an intermediately-paced night jaunt through Island Lake. Be sure your lights are charged, and bring a back-up, if you have one!

*Woot! Woot!* to the Night Lights riders who survived the sudden and completely unexpected thunderstorm last week! Hometown Rides Coordinator Jean described it as:

“…high winds, leaves whipping in front of your glasses, rain pelting your jersey and the pain in your legs as you asked for more wattage to seek shelter… Man, that was a really, really fun ride!”

8th Annual PotoMBA Black Friday MTB Ride in Ypsi – Friday, November 25th, 10:00 a.m. – 3:00 p.m.
This one’s not a shop ride, but a lot of our Team will be there. Join us! Details here: https://www.facebook.com/events/1197643866959330/

IMPORTANT NOTE: Rifle Season runs November 15-30. Please consider exploring non-hunting parks during the day and those with hunting after dark. It’s only two weeks – let’s stay safe!

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