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2018 Mother's Day Gift Favorites for Every Budget and Color Scheme

Apr 27th 2018

Mother's Day is Sunday, May 13th this year. You've got almost exactly 2 weeks to show your maternal figure just how much you love and appreciate her. We're here to help, here's a few things about Bike Attack's customer service you should know:  We deliver! We ship internationally! We finance! (ZERO interest for the first year)Many of our bikes have free shipping! Want to plan an event/ test ride/ day out? We do rentals!! Come into any of our locations and get fitted for a bike perfect for you and/or your loved one! Customization is the best way to find your perfe …
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10 Quotes by Historical Greats and Celebs You Never Knew Loved Cycling

Apr 20th 2018

By White House Press Office (WHPO) - John F. Kennedy Presidential Library and Museum, Public Domain, “Nothing compares to the simple pleasure of riding a bike" - John F Kennedy, 35th President of the United States      By Nationaal Archief Ride as much or as little, or as long or as short and you feel. But ride. —Eddy Merckx, Greatest Cyclist Ever, Winner of 11 Grand Tours, 5 Monuments, and 3 world championships.           By Lloyd Arnold, Public Domain“It is by riding a bicycle that you learn the contour …
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Starting Cycling at Age 50 and Up

Apr 13th 2018

Most children attempt to ride a bike. Sometimes it takes and they're a cyclist for life. Oftentimes, children don't pursue it and it becomes years, even decades before they try hopping on a bike again. The great thing about cycling though, is that you can pick it up at almost any age.   Everyone is supposed to exercise regularly, it's usually recommended so they can improve their health and fitness. People who are middle aged and older, however, are encouraged to exercise regularly to maintain a healthy body. Otherwise, the body quickly goes into decline and simple physical …
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Essential Gear for Beginner Cyclists

Apr 6th 2018

As awesome as it sounds, its really not a good idea to just hop on and go. Having these essentials will ensure you a happy and well prepared ride so that you're self sufficient to take on anything that comes your way. Photo courtesy of RLevans via Flickr5. Flashing Red Rear Lights and Bright Head LightAbsolutely a safety necessity, flashing red rear lights alerts drivers and other cyclists where you are. Weather conditions, time of day and lighting are all variables that change every moment, make sure you're letting people on the road know you're there. A bright head light can mean the di …
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Bike Gears 101

Mar 30th 2018

Photo Courtesy of Ricardo Cuppini via FlickrWhy are there different bike gears? Using the right gear will help you navigate different types of terrain and hills with ease and make for a seemingly effortless ride - so you can be out longer and conquer more distance. Bicycles have four general types of gearing systemsSingle Speed : The bicycle has a single gear ratio. On a single speed bike, there is one size chainring in the front; and a smaller size sprocket in the back, which has the ability to turn independently in reverse without the pedals. This is called "freewheel". Freewheel means …
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