Village Cycle Center Blog

10
Mar 2011
by Anthony Mikrut
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Hats, Brakes, and a Machete.

We just got some great new products in. Some sweet hats from Assos, Pace, and All-City… I really like the Pace hats. They fit my head well and quite comfy. We also have a pile of Avid Shortys, including Ultimates! And…. PDW MACHETE! Get one of your own, chop chop! All these great new items […]

02
Mar 2011
by Anthony Mikrut
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Village Cycle Center, The Blizzard of 2011, a Snow Throne, and The Onion

So, by now, we all know there was a big ol’ snow storm in Feb 2011. And, we also should know, that in Chicago bike shops during the winter, we get a bit slower. Especially the day after a blizzard. So, I go bored and made the Snow Throne and sent the fine folks at […]

Announcing the SCG Poster Contest

2011 Saris Cycling Group Poster Contest “Bicycling is fun. . . and Healthy too!” This is the perfect time to teach fifth grade students about the important role bicycles play in our environment, our community, and our world. Ask each student (fifth grade only) to create a poster that reveals his or her understanding of […]

Motorex Bike Clean – Tested and Approved by Lucy

Today I tried a new product that we picked up in our store. The Bike Cleaner by Motorex. Comes in a trigger bottle and we sell 1 litter refills as well. Spray, let sit, wipe off! That’s it. And Lucy came out clean! I give this stuff a thumbs up and looking forward to cleaning […]

25
Feb 2011
by Anthony Mikrut
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Wheels, Wheels, We Got Some Bike Wheels

Looking to upgrade your existing bike wheels or replacing your old beat down set? We stock wheels from Bontrager & Zipp as well as hand built wheels using brands like Velocity, Miche, Chris King, DT Swiss, Shimano, All City, and more! Want something different? We can order you just about everything and have in a […]

24
Feb 2011
by Anthony Mikrut
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Hot new Sidi Shoes in stock!

First, check out these sweet ass Ergo 2s for one of our customers. I picked up a pair of the white/red/black Ergo 2s and love them. We also have a few pairs of 2010 Ergo 2s on sale. Check them out here. And we are welcoming a new model to our stores Sidi line up…. […]

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