Peggy Kerwan | Hometown Bicycles

What Happened at Hometown the Other Night…

Posted on February 22, 2018 by Shaun

(Friendships were forged and fun was TOTALLY had at Hometown’s Ladies Night Out: Spring Edition!)

WHAT HAPPENS AT HOMETOWN, STAYS AT… OH, WAIT!
No it doesn’t! It gets shared with you right now! Ladies Night Out: Spring Edition was just too wonderful to keep to ourselves, anyway…

In our second celebration of Hometownie women, we launched the evening with a stellar, stress-melting yoga session, courtesy of Terry of Hamburg Fitness Center & Camp. Next came a few words from the girl-power advocate who runs this show (me).

Wine was a-flowing from an ambrosial selection of reds and whites, and partnered beautifully with our tableful of gal-geared goodies!

Many of our women picked up quick and simple flat tire fix tips and shifting techniques in a set of mini clinics that ran mid-event. Complimentary chair massages took place just a few steps away, generously offered by wonder-women, Jenn and Sue, of Kor Chiro Studio.

In what’s quickly become one of the largest selections of women’s cyclewear in the area, our women found an abundance of eye-popping deals and colorful fashions to suit every style. And one of the favorite additions to the evening was the playful jewelry and artwork offered and donated as door prizes by kind-to-the-core vendors/artists Peggy Kerwan, Lauren of LPbyLP, Cathy and Rita of Echo Lake Steel, and Melissa of Cool Hedge Creations.

Generous gift donations from Hamburg Fitness Center‘s chief ladies, Deb and Terry, and one of the most vibrant personalities we’ve ever met – Sandy of Beauchamp Water Treatment – cherry-topped the evening for several happy winners.

We welcomed 5 new ladies to our Hometown Team, made friends and cycling buddies, and 200% loved life with some of the most wonderful women we know. What a magical evening! Ladies, you have my personal thanks for supporting my mission to make Hometown one of the female-friendliest bike shops in the region and, of course, for being so awesome!! (Stay tuned for our next big women’s event, coming up in May!)

INVENTORY, TOOLS, FIXTURES & MORE

Moving Vincere operations to Hometown means a BIG BIKE SHOP BLOW-OUT SALE the likes of which you’ve never seen – product, fixtures, tools… anything that’s not nailed down at blow-out pricing. Start moving the seats out of your cars – sale runs THIS SATURDAY, FEBRUARY 24 FROM NOON-4PM, and you’ll be needing the space! First come, first serve!!!
Meet man-of-the-hour, Matt Fitzhorn (and his little dog, too!) parked in front of Vincere Cycles of Milford.

MARCH 1ST: CLINIC POTLUCK PARTY

Hometownies, we’re wrapping up this – our 8th year of winter bike clinics – with the most epic Potluck Party to date… because, this year, there’s something extra to celebrate!

In this clinic, you’ll learn about the best parks, routes, and groups for your Michigan cycling adventures. We’ll also be welcoming back guest speaker Jim Plaunt of Bike Tour Vacations, who’s worked up a special promotion just for Hometownies!

You’ll get our 2018 Spring Shop Ride agenda (spoiler alert – it’s awesome!), and meet the cool people you’ll get to ride them with! PLUS, this March 1st party is your LAST CHANCEto sign up for our all-inclusive, all-about-making-it-fun Team Hometown Bicycles!! (We’re at 85 riders – can you help our Team get to 100??)

Exciting, right? But wait, there’s more! At this event, you’ll have a chance to finally meet the one and only Matt Fitzhorn, whom you’ve been hearing so much about – the new head honcho for your famous Hometown Service Department. You’re right. You absolutely won’t want to miss this:

Where to Ride in Michigan Potluck Party

Thur, March 1st, 7-9pm – The only fee is food!

2018 HOMETOWN WOMEN’S WINTER CLASSES

It’s the final class in our Hometown, women-only, winter class series to keep you going strong over the winter! Women’s rides are next on the agenda, beginning in April – be sure to watch our Facebook page and newsletter for the official announcement! Click the registration link for details and to sign up for the final class:2/27 WOMEN’S PILOXING BARRE with Hamburg Fitness Center & Camp
REGISTER for PILOXING | 6 – 7PM at Hamburg Fitness | $5 (no membership required!)

HOMETOWN BICYCLES SHOP RIDES

Fat Bike Friendly Ride – Intermediate/Advanced
SATURDAY, FEB 24 | 10:00AM (MEET BY 9:45AM) | FROM HOMETOWN BICYCLES
We’re headed back to Island Lake for a loop through the trails. Anticipate 10-16 miles of adventuring. Group A advanced riders will ride fast and pack in the miles. Group B intermediate riders will ride as skills determine. Come dressed for the weather. Check Facebook for Ride confirmation and changes!***Rent a Fat Bike at the shop!***

FITNESS CLASSES AT HOMETOWN BICYCLES

Many of you are familiar with the rockin’ beats and great cardio that take place weekly on our showroom floor. But for those who haven’t yet experienced fitness classes at Hometown, or simply want to get a high-energy start to their New Year’s resolutions, here are a few classes you’ll absolutely want to try!CARDIO DRUMMING | Wednesdays at 6:00PM
$5 drop in / $5 equipment rental – With Martha Soraruf
Click to learn moreZUMBA | Mondays at 6:00PM & Thursdays at 9:30AM
$8 drop in or “10 classes for $50” punch card – With Leslie Barrett
Click to learn more

Making memories with you is my favorite thing to do.

~ Jordy Daniel

Filed under: Hometown Bicycles | Tagged: Beauchamp Water Treatment and Supply, bicycle clinics, bicycle repair, bicycle rides, bicycle shop, bicycles, bike clinics, bike repair, bike rides, bike shop, Bike Tour Vacations, bikes, blow out sale, Cardio Drumming, Cathy Nelson, chair massages, Cool Hedge Creations, cycling, cycling team, cyclists, Dawn Bhajan, Deb Godmer, Donna Rinnas, Echo Lake Steel, female friendly bike shop, flat tire fix, group rides, Hamburg Fitness Center and Camp, Hometown Bicycles, Jim Plaunt, Kor Chiro, ladies night out, Lauren Patrell, Leslie Barrett, LPbyLP, Martha Soraruf, Matt Fitzhorn, Melissa Rudberg, Peggy Kerwan, Piloxing Barre, potluck party, Sandy Rachwal, shifting, shop rides, Team Hometown Bicycles, Terry Mushong, Vincere Cycles, wine, winners, womens winter fitness classes, yoga, zumba | Leave a comment »

Where the Action is…

Posted on February 9, 2018 by Shaun

By now, I know that YOU know that Hometown’s where it’s at! Over the past few weeks, we’ve been prepping you for a line-up of Hometown rides, events, and intel to make these last few weeks of hard-core winter blur into insignificance…

Immediately on deck is the fundraising Roll & Rock Concert for the Brighton High School Mountain Bike Team, starring our very own CycloDan Tribble‘s PBR Band, this Saturday night at Hometown. Next, it’s a triple-whammy with our midday Cycling Nutrition Clinic, followed by ZUMBA, then Hometown’s first Women’s Self Defense class, all on February 13th. Ladies Night Out on February 20th is the next doozy of an event, riding hot on the heels of a weekend “field trip” shop ride. Our March 1st, Winter Clinic Series wrap-up Potluck Partywill put a memorable exclamation point on the end of February. And then Spring Cycling Season 2018 begins…

You can read up on all of these events below. Just know that when it comes to passing time, Hometown is where the action is!

FINANCING, SWEET FINANCING

Point of note – we’ve had so many people ask us recently about financing that I’m going to give it a quick spotlight here. The concept is simple enough – 12 months without interest – but here’s a couple bonus bytes for you to chew on…

1) Can I only use it to buy bikes? Nope! Any purchase up to $1000 qualifies for 6 months deferred interest, and any purchase of $1000 or over qualifies for 12 months deferred interest, whether you’re buying a bike, a new cycling wardrobe, or a truckload of inner tubes.

2) Do I apply in-store? Sure, if you want to. But you can also save yourself time, if you pre-apply in the privacy of your own home. To do that, CLICK HERE or on the graphic above.

Let us know what other questions we can answer – it’s a great program, and we’re proud to tell you more!

(Photo courtesy and © Progressive Blues & Rhythm Band)

THIS SATURDAY: ROLL & ROCK
A ‘funk’y fundraiser for the Brighton High School Mountain Bike Team

***NOTE: We’ve had a few questions regarding whether this event is kid-friendly. So, to clarify, the Roll & Rock is geared toward adults – later hours (7-10pm), classic jazz and blues tunage, BYOB (I suspect many will bring beer) – with proceeds supporting youth cycling. Consider it a date night with good karma!

On Saturday, February 10th, we’re clearing our floor of bikes for a LIVE CONCERT AT HOMETOWN, starring our very own CycloDan Tribble’s Progressive Blues & Rhythm Band. On the agenda – crazy awesome music, dancing, BYOB, snacks, socializing… and knowing that half of your $10 cover charge goes directly toward gearing up the BHS Team for their 2018 cycling season!

Enjoy the show from 7pm-9pm, then hang with the band at the after-party. It’s laid back, funky fun that will wow your ears and tickle your tastebuds, all while supporting youth cycling. Please let us know you’re coming, so we can plan for enough refreshments!

BAND BIO: The Progressive Blues and Rhythm Band is Brian “BK Big Fish” King, drums, Doug “Bird Dog” Percha, guitar, Theo “Dr. Thee” Smith, bass and Dan Tribble aka “Shoocat Hopkins” on vocals and harmonica. All have been active members of the S.E. Michigan music scene mostly dating back to the mid 70’s. The PBR Band intends to bring you a brew of blues, rock & funky R&B for your listening and dancing enjoyment! Contact Brian at 330-806-1710 for booking info.

SAT, FEBRUARY 10 | 7PM-10PM | AT HOMETOWN BICYCLES
$10 cover charge, payable at the door – cash or checks only, please.

CLICK HERE IF YOU CAN ATTEND!

FEBRUARY 13: DANCE BEFORE DEFENSE

Ladies, make it a full evening of fun, fitness, and self-betterment on February 13th! That Tuesday only, Hometown’s much-loved ZUMBA maven, Leslie Barrett, is bringing her regular Tuesday class to Hometown. Running 5:45-6:45pm, you’ll enjoy an invigorating ZUMBA session on the shop floor, before taking your stimulated mind into the Community Room for a powerful lesson in Women’s Self Defense. $8 ZUMBA drop-in – details below!

(Photo courtesy and © Live Safe Academy)

WOMEN’S SELF DEFENSE AT HOMETOWN (2/13)

A POWERFUL, information-packed class for ALL of the women in your life – including you!Tuesday, February 13th marks the first ever Women’s Self Defense class at Hometown Bicycles, led by the highly skilled Ian Kinder, founder of Live Safe Academy. In this life changing, 2-hour session, you’ll learn “simple, life saving skills from programs designed to increase your safety after only one class! Our hands on courses teach time-tested, realistic methods that are easy to learn and remember… No previous training required.”

Valentine’s Day safety, solo bike rides, peace of mind – whatever your interest, COME! For ages 12 and up. I’ll be there – will you?

TUES, FEBRUARY 13 | 7PM-9PM | AT HOMETOWN BICYCLES
$40 payable at time of registration. Minimum 15 participants required – tell your friends and family!

CLICK HERE TO REGISTER
FOR WOMEN’S SELF DEFENSE AT HOMETOWN

LADIES NIGHT OUT: SPRING EDITION (2/20)

***EVEN MORE NEW ADDITIONS!***

Ladies, at this point, our Ladies Night Out: Spring Edition is exploding with incredible new opportunities and crazy-fun activities! Let’s see if I can bring you up to speed…OVERVIEW: Ladies Night Out at Hometown Bicycles: Spring Edition runs Tuesday, February 20th from 6-9pm. This Edition combines the best of yoga, wine, refreshments, goodie bags, door prizes, quickie bike clinics, chair massages, jewelry trunk shows, art exhibits, and suh-weeeeet deals on women’s cycling necessities. Registration is $40, for which you will receive…

30-MINUTE BEGINNER YOGA SESSION:
Stretch away the day’s stress with Terri Mushong of Hamburg Fitness Center. Wear comfy clothes, and bring a mat if you have one.

WINE & REFRESHMENTS:
Sample a wonderful array of filling, post-yoga snacks and treats to compliment your Hometown-provided wine selection!

COMPLIMENTARY CHAIR MASSAGE:
The wonderful folks at Kor Chiro Studio are generously providing on-site, courtesy chair massages to take you to the next level of pampered! (Tips welcomed.)

MINI-CLINICS:
Expand your bike knowledge with 15-minute bike clinics covering Flat Tire Fixes and Shifting Demystified. Both will run repeatedly over the course of an hour, for hands-on learning, and even second viewings!

JEWELRY TRUNK SHOW:
Peruse a full selection of exquisite bike-chain-and-bling jewelryfrom Echo Lake Steel, hand-stamped, industrial-chic-meets-tongue-in-cheek pieces from Cool Hedge Creations, and cleverly recycled bike chain and inner tube earrings crafted by Sunshine Design.

ART EXHIBITION:
Meet artists Peggy Kerwan and Lauren Patrell of LPbyLP, and view their respectively stunning collections of artwork and monotype prints and impeccably crafted purses, wallets, and keychains.

GOODIE BAGS:
By far the most popular take-away from last year’s event, our Spring Edition goodie bagswill absolutely rock your world!

DOOR PRIZES:
Drawings for wonderful gifts and prizes – including a bracelet donated by Echo Lake Steel and a bracelet and necklace donated by Cool Hedge Creations – will take place throughout the evening.

AWESOME DISCOUNTS:
Shaun and I (okay, mostly me) have been having a field day finding great deals for you on ladies’ cyclewear, shoes, helmets, gloves, and more!

There’s SO much to be excited about… can I count on you to be there with friends and family? Please register now! We’ve got some planning to do to make this the best ever!

TUES, FEBRUARY 20 | 6PM-9PM | AT HOMETOWN BICYCLES
$40 payable at registration. Click the link below!

CLICK HERE TO REGISTER FOR LADIES NIGHT OUT!

2/13 & 2/15: CYCLING NUTRITION CLINIC

We’ve run our Winter Clinic Series since opening in 2010… not to toot our own horn, but *toot* we’re really good at it! All clinics are FREE – click the links below for details and to register:

Cycling Nutrition Clinic
Tues, Feb 13th, 12:15-1pm & Thu, Feb 15th, 7-8pm

Cycling Gear & Wear Clinic
Tues, Feb 20th, 12:15-1pm & Thu, Feb 22nd, 7-8pm

Where to Ride in Michigan Potluck Party
Thu, March 1st, 7-9pm

<< Click the image at left for a printable Clinic Series flier!

2018 HOMETOWN WOMEN’S WINTER CLASSES

Ladies, Hometown’s women-only, winter class series is going strong to KEEP you strong over the winter. Click the registration links for details and to sign up:2/13 WOMEN’S SELF DEFENSE with Live Safe Academy
REGISTER for Self Defense | 7PM – 9PM at Hometown Bicycles | $40 at registration

2/20 LADIES NIGHT OUT: SPRING EDITION at Hometown Bicycles
REGISTER for Ladies Night Out | 6PM – 9PM at Hometown | $40 at registration

2/27 WOMEN’S PILOXING BARRE with Hamburg Fitness Center & Camp
REGISTER for PILOXING | 6 – 7PM at Hamburg Fitness | $5 (no membership required!)

HOMETOWN BICYCLES SHOP RIDES

Fat Bike Friendly Ride – Intermediate/Advanced
SATURDAY, FEB 10 | 10:00AM (MEET BY 9:45AM) | FROM DTE TRAILHEAD
This week we’ll be meeting off-site at the DTE Trail for 10-16 miles of adventuring. Group A advanced riders will ride fast and pack in the miles. Group B intermediate riders will ride as skills determine. Come dressed for the weather. Check Facebook for Ride confirmation and changes!***Rent a Fat Bike at the shop!***

FITNESS CLASSES AT HOMETOWN BICYCLES

ZUMBA | Mondays at 6:00PM & Thursdays at 9:30AM
$8 drop in or “10 classes for $50” punch card – With Leslie Barrett
Click to learn more

Start taping your socks on again…

~ Shaun & Dawn

Filed under: Hometown Bicycles | Tagged: beginner yoga, BHS MTB Team, bicycle ride, bicycle shop, bicycles, bike art, bike clinics, bike ride, bike shop, bikes, Brighton, Brighton High School, Cardio Drumming, chair massage, Cool Hedge Creations, cycling, cycling nutrition, cyclists, CycloDan Tribble, Dan Tribble, discounts, door prizes, DTE Trail, Echo Lake Steel, financing, fitness classes, goodie bags, group ride, hamburg fitness center, Hometown Bicycles, Hometown Bicycles logo, Ian Kinder, jewelry trunk show, Kor Chiro Studio, ladies night out, Lauren Patrell, Leslie Barrett, Live Safe Academy, livingston county, LPbyLP, Martha Soraruf, Melissa Rudberg, Michigan, mini-clinics, mountain bike team, Peggy Kerwan, potluck party, Progressive Blues and Rhythm Band, Roll and Rock concert, shop ride, Spring Edition, Synchrony Financial, tape your socks on, Terry Mushong, valentines day, where to ride in michigan, wine, womens self defense, zumba | Leave a comment »

Cyclists: How to Never be Bored

Posted on February 2, 2018 by Shaun

(Image credit: funnybits.mobi)

HAVE YOU SEEN OUR LIST OF WINTER EVENTS?
You know what’s fun – dropped jaws and double-takes because a Michigan bike shop parking lot is overflowing with cars throughout the winter!

We know you’re proud of how active your bike shop is – you tell us daily, and we appreciate that! But have you taken full advantage of the boredom-busting activity roster we’re rocking through the cold season (and beyond)? We’re doing this for you!

Of course, there are shop rides. But if snow cycling ain’t your thang, how about a fundraising concert? A wine-and-learn women’s night? An essential oils training? A fitness class? A bike clinic? A self defense course? Cuz they’re all happening here at Hometown, and that’s just over the next few weeks!

I challenge you to scroll down or visit our Facebook events page and PICK ONE (or more!) to attend. Maybe it peaks your interest, maybe you’ve never tried before, or maybe you simply need to get OUT – but go! We’re here to be a resource – let us be yours!!

THIS SATURDAY: ESSENTIAL OILS 101

Hometownie Jill Gautherat of Faith, Love, Oils is back at Hometown this weekend with her Young Living Essential Oils presentation. Her Community Room seminar runs Saturday, February 3rd from 1:00-2:30pm and is open to the public. It will cover what essential oils are, how to use them, and how to recognize quality. Click HERE for details!

(Photo courtesy and © Progressive Blues & Rhythm Band)

ROLL & ROCK EVENT COMING 2/10
A ‘funk’y fundraiser for the Brighton High School Mountain Bike Team

SAT, FEBRUARY 10 | 7PM-10PM | AT HOMETOWN BICYCLES
$10 cover charge, payable at the door – cash or checks only, please.

CLICK HERE IF YOU CAN ATTEND!

FEBRUARY 13: DANCE BEFORE DEFENSE

(Photo courtesy and © Live Safe Academy)

WOMEN’S SELF DEFENSE AT HOMETOWN (2/13)

Valentine’s Day safety, solo bike rides, peace of mind – whatever your interest, COME! For ages 12 and up. I’ll be there – will you?

TUES, FEBRUARY 13 | 7PM-9PM | AT HOMETOWN BICYCLES
$40 payable at time of registration. Minimum 15 participants required – tell your friends and family!

CLICK HERE TO REGISTER
FOR WOMEN’S SELF DEFENSE AT HOMETOWN

LADIES NIGHT OUT: SPRING EDITION (2/20)

***NEW ADDITIONS! Joining us at this event will be Hometownie and cyclist, Cathy Nelson of Echo Lake Steel, whose eye-dazzling, bike chain bracelets have been SUCH a hot commodity here at Hometown – it’s a jewelry trunk showwith matching necklaces, earrings, and more, all at Ladies-Night-only discounts!

ALSO, your eyes are in for a treat with an expanded, event-day-only art exhibition of Peggy Kerwan artwork available for purchase. Peggy epitomizes “girl power”, and her love for cycling is reflected in the beautiful monotype prints we currently feature at our shop. You’ll love her work!
…………………………………………………Welcome to ’Ladies Night Out at Hometown Bicycles – Spring Edition’ on Tuesday, February 20th from 6-9pm!! We’ll close the shop again for the last 3 hours of the day, so that we can make this evening all about you! Shake off the winter blah’s, and let’s think Spring, ladies!!!

Back by popular demand, your evening will start by easing away the stresses of your day with a 30-minute, beginner yoga session, courtesy of Terri from Hamburg Fitness Center & Camp. Stretched and centered, you’ll warm your spirits with wine and refreshments, provided by Hometown.

Next on the agenda, the mini-clinics so many of you asked for! We’ll be running 15 minute quickies on Flat Tire Fixes and Shifting Demystified. Pick one, try both, or go back for seconds – we’ll run repeats over the course of an hour. In the meantime, browse a specially ordered selection of women-specific cycling necessities – discounted at Ladies-Night-only pricing! Even more details to come – stay tuned!

TUES, FEBRUARY 20 | 6PM-9PM | AT HOMETOWN BICYCLES
$40 payable at registration. Click the link below!

CLICK HERE TO REGISTER FOR LADIES NIGHT OUT!

2/8 ONLY: BIKE FITTING BASICS WITH PRO-MOTION

Folks, this is one of the most popular clinics we’ve ever run, because it’s about how to make you more comfortable, more efficient, and more injury-free when you ride. EVERYONE can benefit – from the leisure rider to the top-tier athlete. Guest speaker and Team Hometown Title Sponsor, Vinnie Baylerian, PT, DPT of Pro-Motion Physical Therapy, could save you a world of pain and improve your cycling… and it’s FREE!! ONLY Feb 8th @ 7pm: REGISTER NOW FOR BIKE FITTING BASICS!

Bike Fitting with Pro-Motion Physical Therapy
Thu, Feb 8th, 7-8pm

Cycling Nutrition Clinic
Tues, Feb 13th, 12:15-1pm & Thu, Feb 15th, 7-8pm

Cycling Gear & Wear Clinic
Tues, Feb 20th, 12:15-1pm & Thu, Feb 22nd, 7-8pm

Where to Ride in Michigan Potluck Party
Thu, March 1st, 7-9pm

<< Click the image at left for a printable Clinic Series flier!

2018 HOMETOWN WOMEN’S WINTER CLASSES

Ladies, Hometown’s women-only, winter class series is going strong to KEEP you strong over the winter. Click the registration links for details and to sign up:2/6 WOMEN’S HOT YOGA with Hamburg Fitness Center & Camp
REGISTER for Hot Yoga | 6 – 7PM at Hamburg Fitness | $5 (no membership required!)

2/13 WOMEN’S SELF DEFENSE with Live Safe Academy
REGISTER for Self Defense | 7PM – 9PM at Hometown Bicycles | $40 at registration

2/20 LADIES NIGHT OUT: SPRING EDITION at Hometown Bicycles
REGISTER for Ladies Night Out | 6PM – 9PM at Hometown | $40 at registration

2/27 WOMEN’S PILOXING BARRE with Hamburg Fitness Center & Camp
REGISTER for PILOXING | 6 – 7PM at Hamburg Fitness | $5 (no membership required!)

A COURTESY CARD THAT COULD SAVE A LIFE

We love you, Hometownies. We want you to ride safe. And that’s why we’re now offering a complimentary emergency card for you to carry with you on all your cycling adventures. Stop in to pick one up before your next ride!

HOMETOWN BICYCLES SHOP RIDES

Fat Bike Friendly Ride – Intermediate/Advanced
SUNDAY, FEB 4 | 2:30PM (MEET AT 2:00PM) | FROM BRIGHTON REC TRAILHEAD
Tackle the rolling trails of Brighton Recreation in one of two, NO-DROP groups. We’ll cover about 9 -16 miles of adventure, depending on your ability level. Come dressed for the weather. Check Facebook for Ride confirmation and changes!***Rent a Fat Bike at the shop!***

FITNESS CLASSES AT HOMETOWN BICYCLES

Because I can.

~ Winter cyclists everywhere

Filed under: Hometown Bicycles | Tagged: beginner yoga, bicycle art, bicycle clinics, bicycle shop, bicycles, bicycling, bicyclists, bike chain bracelets, bike clinics, bike fitting basics, bike shop, bikes, boredom, Brighton Recreation Area, Cardio Drumming, Cathy Nelson, Community Room, courtesy cards, cycling, cyclists, CycloDan Tribble, discounts, Echo Lake Steel, emergency contact cards, fat bike friendly ride, girl power, Hamburg Fitness Center and Camp, Hometown Bicycles, Hometown Bicycles ride cards, Ian Kinder, jewelry trunk show, Jill Gautherat, ladies night out, ladies night out spring edition, Leslie Barrett, Live Safe Academy, Martha Soraruf, Michigan, Peggy Kerwan, Pro-Motion Physical Therapy, Progressive Blues and Rhythm Band, ride cards, Terry Mushong, trailhead, Vinnie Baylerian, winter cycling, women only classes, womens self defense, Young Living Essential Oils class, zumba | Leave a comment »

Brighton Bike Care, Tri Training, and the Future of Cycling

Posted on June 1, 2017 by Shaun

(Top image of Brighton’s up-and-coming mountain bike racers, courtesy Cycling Coach TJ Tyrrell)

THE BEST OF CYCLING, DETERMINATION, AND HEART… ALL IN ONE ROOM!
Earlier this week found our front lawn snowed in under a blanket of Brighton Bulldog bicycles… what a beautiful sight!

After a quick warm up through Island Lake, this local high school cycling team pit stopped at Hometown Bicycles for a lesson in the finer points of preventative bike care and emergency maintenance. Then it was off to the woods for another round of race prep.

Best of luck in your 2017 race season, Bulldogs! It was a privilege to be a part of your upcoming success.

NEXT WEEK: “HOW TO TRAIN FOR A TRIATHLON” CLINIC

Should I work with a coach? How do I get the most out of bricks? How do I train physically and mentally for a sport that involves swim, bike, AND run? What are “junk miles”, and how do I avoid them? What should my taper look like?

If a triathlon is in your future, these pondering points are just the tip of the triathlon iceberg in terms of prepping for your next (or first!) race. Expert triathlete, IRONMAN Coach, 5-time Kona Qualifier, Registered Dietician, and Hometownie, Amy Gluck, will be covering everything from picking a triathlon to post-tri training analysis in Hometown’s “How to Train for a Triathlon” Clinic.

Held right here in our Community Room, there is NO CHARGE to attend. Choose from two dates: Tuesday (6/6) or Thursday (6/8) at 6pm!
REGISTER NOW FOR “HOW TO TRAIN FOR A TRIATHLON”

(The latest artistic genius of cyclist and artist, Peggy Kerwan, here at Hometown Bicycles.)

MISS PEGGY’S BEAUTIFUL BIKE ART

She’s a die-hard cyclist, master of the monotype print, a painter of some renown, a vibrant personality, and her bicycle artwork is on display (and for sale!) here at the shop.

If you haven’t seen Peggy Kerwan’s pieces for yourself, than you’re in for a treat the next time you stop in! She’s introduced some cheery new additions to her already colorful collection, including a brand new original titled “Best Bike”.

Well, Peggy, we think you’re one of the “best bike” artists we’ve ever met. (Okay, okay… stop groaning at my corny wordsmithery, and come in to enjoy her artistry!)

THIS SATURDAY: MILFORD BIKE FESTIVAL

Hot on the heels of the MCMBA Demo Day, Hometown’s hitched it’s sponsorship buggy to MCMBA’s Milford Bike Festival & Trail Challenge!

This June 3rd event gives you a day of family-friendly trail/path riding, guided rides (new this year!), live music, food, raffles, and beer. It’s only $20 pre-registered or $25 day-of, with all proceeds benefitting the MCMBA, which VERY actively preserves, protects, and promotes our local parks and mountain bike trails. That’s a worthwhile cause we’re proud to support!

CLICK for details or to register now!

COME SEE SHAUN SWING A GOLF CLUB

Hard to imagine your aproned, be-tooled bike guru in knickers and argyle, isn’t it? I’m just kidding… I couldn’t convince Shaun to dress in traditional golf attire, but he’s still going to be wielding clubs on the green at the Huron-Clinton Metroparks Inaugural Charity Golf Classic on June 9th at Stony Creek Metropark.

We’re sponsoring this fundraising event, which will be hosted by Michigan State National Champions, Detroit Pistons Standout and Current Pistons Commentator, Greg Kelser.

Random? Perhaps, but a well-rounded bike guru is a more resourceful bike guru, and that ultimately benefits you, so let’s see what happens! Join us on the green!

SECURING THE FUTURE OF CYCLING

It may seem like a rather bold statement – “securing the future of cycling” – but that’s exactly what you will be doing when you participate in this year’s Take a Kid Mountain Biking Day event on Sunday, June 11th!

Run by the Poto Chapter of the Michigan Mountain Biking Association, this local fun day partners adults with kids for a day of singletrack skill building and learning to love cycling! Hometown will be there with an on-site mechanic and cool swag, and will offer helmet checks and SAG support for all participants.

Do something healthy with your kids! Have an adventure! Share your love of the sport! This is the kind of event that builds memories and a legacy. Click HERE for more details.

EMERGENCY REPAIR & FLAT TIRE FIX SUMMER CLINICS

For all of you cyclists who want to know WHAT TO DO when something goes haywire on your ride – your chain drops, your shifters stop working, your wheel “tacos”, your tire blows… – Hometown is throwing you a lifeline for avoiding that long walk home.

We’re breathing new life into some beloved classics – our “Emergency Bike Repair” Clinic and “Flat Tire Fix” Clinic. Primed for your immediate benefit, the first addresses quick, on-the-go fixes that can get you safely back home, and the second touches on one of the most common issues cyclists face – the dreaded flat.

These clinics will run Tuesday 6/13 (Emergency Repair) and Thursday 6/15 (Flat Tire Fix), then swap days on Tuesday 6/27 (Flat Tire Fix) and Thursday 6/29 (Emergency Repair). As always, there is NO CHARGE for these HANDS-ON CLINICS.
Register for EMERGENCY BIKE REPAIR and/or FLAT TIRE FIX.

HOMETOWN BICYCLES UPCOMING SHOP RIDES

THURSDAY SOCIAL RIDE (6/1)
10:00AM (meet at 9:45) from Hometown Bicycles
Join us as we explore our local park roads, paved paths and sometimes – a bakery! All bikes welcome. Expect to average 10 mph for 1.5+ hours as we cover 13 – 18 miles. NO DROP RIDE.

SUNDAY EXPLORING TRAILS MOUNTAIN BIKE RIDE (6/4)
4:30PM (meet at 4:15) from Hometown Bicycles
Beginner friendly mountain bike trail ride which will encourage riders to visit new trails as their skill level increases. Expect to venture out past Island Lake throughout the season to Brighton’s Murray Lake, Milford, Maybury, and Waterloo’s DTE Trail. If Poto is your goal, this is the weekly ride to get you there by the end of the season! Save 1.5 hours of your day to cover 12 – 16 miles of trail with the Hometown crew. NO DROP RIDE.

MONDAY BEGINNER ROAD RIDE (6/5)
Sponsored by Pro-Motion Physical Therapy
6:30PM (meet at 6:15) from Hometown Bicycles
Come grow with the weekly ride as we start with 10 – 15 miles and end the season conquering 30 miles! 1 – 1.5 hours to start. Route will take us onto the park roads. Road bikes recommended. All level riders are welcome – NO DROP RIDE.

TUESDAY GRAVEL GRINDING 101 WITH ‘CYCLODAN’ TRIBBLE (6/6)
6:30PM (meet at 6:15) from Hometown Bicycles
Join Hometown service guru, Dan ‘CycloDan’ Tribble, for this unique, gravel grinding adventure ride. We’ll tackle road, singletrack, and gravel, including portions of Island Lake, hopping a guardrail, sand “puddles”, and a few hills just for fun! Plan initially for just over an hour, covering 13+ miles at a 12 – 13 mph average pace, with the intention to lengthen the distance as sunset grows later. Gravel, adventure, or mountain/fat bikes required (not appropriate for skinny tires). All levels of riders are welcome – NO DROP RIDE.
WEDNESDAY HAMMERFEST / SON OF HAMMERFEST (6/7)
This is a DROP RIDE!
6:30PM (meet at 6:15) from Hometown Bicycles
**New Addition! Meet “Son of Hammerfest” for those that would like to build up to the original Hammerfest.**
SON OF HAMMERFEST:
Rolling at 6:30 from Hometown Bicycles. This will include 25 miles (1 lap of ILRA & the Kensington Loop). Average pace targeted at 17 – 18 mph, with flats of 20+ mph.
HAMMERFEST:
Bring your “A” game, and see if you can stay on this crazy train of talented individuals as they push each other to find new limits. You’ll want the fastest road bike you own, as the pace averages 20 mph through 2 laps (40 miles) of the roads of Island Lake. Expect the flats pace to range 24 – 28 mph!

THURSDAY MORNING SOCIAL RIDE (6/8)
10:00AM (meet at 9:45) from Hometown Bicycles
Join us as we explore our local park roads, paved paths and sometimes – a bakery! All bikes welcome. Expect to average 10 mph for 1.5+ hours as we cover 13 – 18 miles. NO DROP RIDE.

For ALL SHOP RIDES, be sure to FOLLOW US ON FACEBOOK for ride confirmations and updates!

When I was a kid, my social network was called “OUTSIDE”.

– Anonymous

Filed under: Hometown Bicycles | Tagged: Amy Gluck, beautiful bike art, best bike, bicycle shop, bicycles, bike care, bike clinic, bike guru, bike maintenance, bike shop, bikes, Brighton, brighton bulldogs, Brighton High School, charity golf classic, cycling, cycling team, cyclists, Dan Tribble, emergency bike repair, flat tire fix, golfing, gravel grinder, Greg Kelser, group rides, Hammerfest, Hometown Bicycles, how to train for a triathlon, Huron-Clinton Metroparks, IMBA, Island Lake, kids, MCMBA, Michigan, Michigan Mountain Biking Association, Milford Bike Festival and Trail Challenge, Miss Peggy, mountain biking, no drop ride, Peggy Kerwan, PotoMBA, Shaun Bhajan, shop rides, Son of Hammerfest, Stony Creek Metropark, Take a Kid Mountain Biking Day, Team Hometown Bicycles, triathlon clinic | Leave a comment »

Hometown Bicycles

Visit Our Store!

Apply for Financing

Become a Fan!

Fun Emails!

Making memories with you is my favorite thing to do.

Start taping your socks on again…

Cyclists: How to Never be Bored

Because I can.

Like this:

Since We Opened

Overall Repair Count

Thank you, 2019/2020 Team Sponsors!

Hometown Bicycles

Visit Our Store!

Apply for Financing

Become a Fan!

Fun Emails!

What Happened at Hometown the Other Night…

INVENTORY, TOOLS, FIXTURES & MORE

Making memories with you is my favorite thing to do.

Share this:

Like this:

Where the Action is…

Start taping your socks on again…

Share this:

Like this:

Cyclists: How to Never be Bored

Because I can.

Share this:

Like this:

Brighton Bike Care, Tri Training, and the Future of Cycling

NEXT WEEK: “HOW TO TRAIN FOR A TRIATHLON” CLINIC

MISS PEGGY’S BEAUTIFUL BIKE ART

THIS SATURDAY: MILFORD BIKE FESTIVAL

COME SEE SHAUN SWING A GOLF CLUB

SECURING THE FUTURE OF CYCLING

EMERGENCY REPAIR & FLAT TIRE FIX SUMMER CLINICS

HOMETOWN BICYCLES UPCOMING SHOP RIDES

When I was a kid, my social network was called “OUTSIDE”.

Share this:

Like this:

Since We Opened

Overall Repair Count

Thank you, 2019/2020 Team Sponsors!