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Save Some Green with Green on St. Patrick’s Day

Posted on March 16, 2015 by Shaun

DO YOU HAVE THE LUCK O’ THE IRISH???

YOU’LL FIND OUT THIS TUESDAY! There’s all sorts of St. Patrick’s Day greenery blooming at Hometown Bicycles, but the greenest of all is the dollars you’ll save when you swing by Tuesday to spin the Hometown…

Wheel O’ Deals
SPIN YOUR OWN SAVINGS THIS ST. PATRICK’S DAY (3/16)

Remember this crazy contraption?? It’s the Hometown Wheel O’ Deals, where the color you spin at the register determines whether you have the luck o’ the Irish!

Land on GREEN and get 10% off any bicycles, parts, or accessories. Get in touch with your inner leprechaun – come out tomorrow to try your luck!

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PROPER POSTURE ON A BICYCLE

For those of you who missed out on the hugely popular Bike Fitting Basics clinic from our Winter Clinic Series, here’s your chance to pick up on some key posture tips and insights from guest speaker, fellow cyclist, and top 2015 Hometown Team Sponsor, Vinnie Baylerian, PT, DPT of Pro-Motion Physical Therapy. Thanks for sharing, Vinnie!

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LEARN TO FIX FLATS AT WHITMORE LAKE

Just a reminder that this coming week brings the inaugural Emergency Bike Repair clinics at Hometown Bicycles Whitmore Lake with “CycloDan” Tribble. Space is limited – register today!

EMERGENCY REPAIR: FLAT TIRE FIXES
Bring along your bicycle (or at least a wheel)! This clinic covers the perennial favorite – how to fix a flat tire on-the-go to save yourself a long walk home.

TUESDAY, MARCH 24TH, NOON – 1PM, NO CHARGE
at Hometown Bicycles – Whitmore Lake

REGISTER TO LEARN FLAT TIRE FIXES

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EMERGENCY REPAIR: SHIFTING ISSUES
Bring along your bicycle! Ever had trouble shifting gears mid-ride – stuttering, sticking, or just plain not working? This clinic covers quick fixes to get home safely and whether it warrants a follow up visit to your local Hometown Bicycles.

THURSDAY, MARCH 26TH, NOON – 1PM, NO CHARGE
at Hometown Bicycles – Whitmore Lake

REGISTER TO LEARN ABOUT SHIFTING ISSUES

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More Coupons, Clinics, & Shop Rides

Posted on March 12, 2015 by Shaun

HOMETOWN BICYCLES – WHITMORE LAKE IS OPEN and ready to rock and roll with bike yogi, Dan “CycloDan” Tribble at the helm. Locals are already packing the shop with tune-ups, and there’s other coolness afoot…

WHITMORE LAKE BONUS COUPON
Haven’t been to our Whitmore Lake shop before? Here’s one mighty good reason to drop by…

GET A $10 COUPON
good toward bicycles and accessories
IN THE WHITMORE LAKE SHOP
when you purchase a tune-up before March 31st
AT THE WHITMORE LAKE SHOP.

EMERGENCY BIKE REPAIR CLINICS AT WHITMORE LAKE
Learn to fix flats! Know how to handle gear shifting issues! Our go-to service pro, Dan “CycloDan” Tribble brings you FREE, hands-on instruction in emergency cycling essentials at these upcoming, Whitmore Lake clinics:

EMERGENCY REPAIR: FLAT TIRE FIXES
Bring along your bicycle (or at least a wheel)! This clinic covers the perennial favorite – how to fix a flat tire on-the-go to save yourself a long walk home.

TUESDAY, MARCH 24TH, NOON – 1PM, NO CHARGE
at Hometown Bicycles – Whitmore Lake
REGISTER TO LEARN FLAT TIRE FIXES

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THURSDAY, MARCH 26TH, NOON – 1PM, NO CHARGE
at Hometown Bicycles – Whitmore Lake
REGISTER TO LEARN ABOUT SHIFTING ISSUES

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And Then There Were 5…

“I Believe in Hometown Bicycles” Gift Certificates… you know what they’re for. You know what you get. And now you know there are just 5 left. It’s your move…

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Shop Rides Begin April 1st!
Yee-HA!! It’s finally FEELING like cycling season. The roads are clearing up, the trails are mudding up (sorry, mountain bikers), and everyone’s busting out the spandex and bicycle pumps.

That means – it’s time to launch the Hometown SHOP RIDES! This year’s Schedule is at left; click it to view the full size graphic.

IF YOU ARE INTERESTED IN RIDING WITH US, please email Jennifer at events@myhometownbicycles.com for details and to be kept up-to-date on road and trail conditions, ride cancellations or changes, and for opportunities to connect with fellow riders. It’s a new approach for a new year that will help us make your rides rock!

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Thanks for Stopping In! Stay Tuned for Our Next Adventure…

Posted on March 2, 2015 by Shaun

Our big blowout sale is over – and, wow, you kept us hopping (thank you!) – but that doesn’t mean the fun is over. In fact, we’ve got all sorts of adventures lined up for these increasingly long and sunny cycling days.

Make sure you don’t miss a thing! Like us on Facebook, and always know what’s happening next at Hometown Bicycles:

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Pre-Order Your Hometown Jersey + Cycling Season Countdown

Posted on February 12, 2015 by Shaun

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!!

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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!

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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!

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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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.

CLICK TO REGISTER FOR EMERGENCY BIKE REPAIR PART 2

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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.

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