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Crazy Coupon, Sell Your Bike, and Train With Shaun

Click the coupon below for a printable version:
Hometown Bicycles Triple Whammy Coupon

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HOMETOWN HELPING YOU – GO CONSIGNMENT!

Stack of moneyWanna make some money on that cycling stuff you’ve been itching to sell?

It’s the time of year when most of us want to either clean house, get some cash, or buy new stuff. That’s where our new Consignment program kicks it into high gear…

Bring in your bicycles and bike parts (good condition only), and let us sell them FOR you. You’ll reap the rewards from our retail know-how, cool store, and expert sales staff. For details or to get sellin’, stop by the store and talk to Shaun.

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GET 1-ON-1 TUNE-UP TIME WITH SHAUN

1-on-1 Tune-Up Time with Shaun

Want to learn how to tune-up your own bike?
Take a private lesson with Shaun!

For the month of March, we’re offering you Shaun’s expertise for one-on-one evening tune-up classes, where YOU become the mechanic. You’ll learn tips, tricks, and tools of the trade that will help you keep your bicycle running great.

Lessons run 2 hours (7pm-9pm weekdays and 5pm-7pm weekends), so we’re only scheduling one lesson per night. Lessons are $140 each.

For details or to book YOUR lesson, call us!  810-225-2441

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ONLY 6 MORE DAYS ‘TIL CYCLING SEASON!

Hometown Bicycles - Countdown to Cycling Season

Yep… it’s really that close. And something interesting happens at Hometown Bicycles beginning March 1st… our service shop gets PACKED.

So, with less than a week left until the launch of Cycling Season, what are you waiting for? Get your bike in here now for it’s pre-season tune-up, and beat the big rush!

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Congratulations to our 2015 Team Sponsors!

We’re pleased as punch to welcome these awesome, local businesses to the Hometown Bicycles family!!

Hometown Bicycles Team Jersey with SponsorsCAT 1 Sponsor:

Pro-Motion Physical Therapy

CAT 2 Sponsor:

Body Within Personal Training

Interested in becoming a 2015 Hometown Bicycles Cycling Team Sponsor? Email office@myhometownbicycles.com for details!
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FINAL CLINIC: Where to Ride in MI & With Whom
Michigan cycling trails
This week marks the final clinic in our winter series, covering the wonderful rides and trails that criss-cross our beloved Michigan.

TUESDAY – 12:15PM – 1PM
WEDNESDAY – 6PM – 7PM

Click here to register now!

Pre-Order Your Hometown Jersey + Cycling Season Countdown

Hometown Bicycles team kit - jersey, cycling shorts, bibs, vest, arm warmers, and leg warmers
THIS WEEKEND, we’re collecting pre-orders for the 2015 Hometown cycling kits. It’s the look that you all know and love… the one that makes you stand out from the generically-attired crowd.

Let people know that you’re proud to be a Hometownie! Stop in to place your order!!

WANT TO BECOME A HOMETOWN JERSEY SPONSOR?

This year, we’re opening the back of our jerseys to 5 business sponsors. If you’d like your logo prominently featured on Hometown’s team kit and company marketing, emailoffice@myhometownbicycles.com for details today!

THIS ONE’S FOR THE GIRLS…

Ladies, although our current jerseys (see above) are unisex, we will – by popular demand – be offering a women’s-only Hometown cycling kit at the end of the month. Stay tuned for visuals but, in the meantime, think PINK…

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COUNTDOWN TO CYCLING SEASON
We’re just a couple weeks away!

Hometown Bicycles' countdown to cycling season

In 17 speed-of-light days, we’ll experience the awesome phenomena known as the Cycling Season. While we Hometownies know that cycling season is ACTUALLY year-round (fat bike cyclists, unite!), March 1st gives all of you seasonal, outdoor cyclists something to celebrate!

Our advice to you: Get ready for cycling season NOW. Bring your bikes in for their Spring Tune-Up before the seasonal rush hits!

 

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Hometown Bicycles Bike Clinic Series 2015 logo

Emergency Bike Repair Clinic Part 2 - Flat Tire Fixes

There is NO CHARGE for any of the clinics in this series. For a full list of our 2015 Bike Clinics, click here, or stay posted on our Facebook page.

WANT TO GET A HEAD START ON UPCOMING CLINIC REGISTRATION?

Click any of the links below to pre-register for the remaining 2 in our Winter Clinic series:

CLICK TO REGISTER FOR EMERGENCY BIKE REPAIR: PART 2

CLICK TO REGISTER FOR WHERE TO RIDE IN MICHIGAN & WITH WHOM

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BE A PART OF THE HOMETOWN FAMILY
We’re still accepting applications for positions at Hometown

We are currently looking for leaders with passion, integrity, and commitment for everything from starter positions to management-level roles.

If you believe you fit that description, stop by the Brighton shop and talk to Shaun.

2015 Ride Calendar & A New Trail

Santa’s Got a Deadline
DON’T GET STUCK WRAPPING A PHOTO INSTEAD OF THE REAL THING!

Late santa

You’ve made your list, checked it twice, and are now racing to finish (or start) your Christmas gift quest before the holidays hit.
As honorary Christmas elves, it’s our duty to caution you last-minute Santas out there that the VERY LAST DAYto special order anything (bicycles, parts, or accessories), so that it’ll arrive by Christmas, is THIS FRIDAY, December 19th, by 3pm.

HOMETOWN BICYCLES’ NEW SHOP UPDATE
With all the loyalty and support you’ve shown for our newest adventure, Hometown’s future is looking VERY merry and bright. We’re making great strides on the must-do’s that come with opening any new location, and are gearing up to get our hands dirty!

Here’s a special “THANK YOU!” shout-out to a few more awesome individuals who truly do believe in Hometown Bicycles:

I Believe in Hometown Bicycles Gift Certificate participants
(Clockwise from top middle: BIG thanks to Randy & Donna, Jean & Steve, Melissa and David + Family!)

HOMETOWN BICYCLES’ CHRISTMAS HOURS
OPEN CHRISTMAS EVE: 10AM – 3PM

CLOSED CHRISTMAS DAY – JANUARY 2

REOPEN JANUARY 3 (normal winter hours)

Our Whitmore Lake shop is CLOSED DECEMBER 25th and REOPENS MARCH 1st.

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GREG & THE WATERLOO TRAILS INITIATIVE
Customer Highlight: How mountain bike trails are born

Waterloo Trails Initiative fundraiser

Just want to tip our helmets to Greg Cook for his enthusiastic support of what will become over 20 miles of new mountain bike trail at Waterloo Rec. He’s actively involved in promoting and building this trail.

Hometown is helping to raise funds for this project (look left). If you want to support the effort, stop by our shop, and learn how you can contribute!

READ THE WATERLOO PRESS RELEASE HERE

Want to share your story and inspire others to ride?  Send us an email with your favorite cycling photo and a little bit about why you ride, what inspires you, and what you’ve done that might inspire someone else to change their life, too!

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BIKE CLINICS – NO FEES, ALL FUN!
Community Highlight:  Clinics start in January & are open to all

Hometown Bicycles 2015 Clinic Series

Want to learn how to fix a flat on the go? Wondering what nutrition will take you the distance? Curious about how bike fit influences your ride? Wishing you knew more about caring for your bike?

That’s what our Clinic Series is for! We bring you expert insights and hands-on learning in this no-cost way to beat the winter blues.

For a full list of our 2015 Bike Clinics, click here, or stay posted on our Facebook page.

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I’M DREAMING OF A FULL RIDE SCHEDULE
Industry Highlight: Start planning your 2015 adventures!
Travel bicycles
(Photo credit: © Beth H.)

We’ve shared it before, and we’ll share it again… the League of Michigan Bicyclists (LMB) Ride Calendar is a cyclist’s guide to adventure.

With New Year’s resolutions and the winter “blahs” just around the corner, why not cozy up with a site full of fun ideas for your 2015 cycling season!