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One of our latest customers crushing a 19′ drop!

May 5th, 2012

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Rich, one of our newest customers, crushing a 19′ drop stealth NE style

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Steel Wheels Spokesongs Tour Retrospective

April 17th, 2012

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Our good friends, The Steel Wheels, recently posted up a video retrospective of their bike tour that we were proud to help support last year. For most of us, riding 600 miles in 11 days is enough. But for these gents, it was only the start, they also played 10 shows in that time span while also carrying all their gear. More than your typical bike touring gear mind you, we’re talking guitars, fiddles and even an upright bass along with all their personal things.

This tour started in nearby Ann Arbor, made it’s way to the west side of Michigan, onto Chicago before finishing up in Indiana. Since the release of their current album, they’ve been making their way up the Americana Airplay chart. They are currently charting in the Top 20!

Check out the video, we particularly like the team work in getting the upright bass trailer up onto the sidewalk.

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Detroit Bike City – Photos

March 24th, 2012
Salsa Fargo on display w/ a matching tent

It’s only 12:30 and the event has already seen over 600 people come through the doors. Not to bad for a first year event and we still have five and half hours to go. Read the rest of this entry »

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Topeak RideCase iPhone Case

March 20th, 2012
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The Topeak RideCase iPhone case and mounting bracket is a pretty solid offering from Topeak. The case and mounting bracket can bring a welcomed addition to your daily commute with a few hidden surprises. It makes a nice everyday case that can be slipped onto the bike in the blink of an eye and have you off riding in no time. Of course all that doesn’t come without a bit of a back story of our initial impressions. Read the rest of this entry »

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Tree Fort Bikes presents Detroit Bike City 2012

March 12th, 2012

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Sat March 24th @ COBO Center

Tree Fort Bikes presents Detroit Bike City 2012!

Tree Fort Bikes presents Detroit Bike City 2012: 1st Annual bicycle show and swap meet. Pack up your old gear, your kids and your camera, Detroit Bike City is going to fill COBO with live demos, hundreds of vendors, eager swappers, and free stuff.  Wether you ride all summer, all year or only in your mind while watching the Tour De France you will find something just right for you.  All forms of bicycles, from road and racing to mountain and BMX to cross and commuter, will be on display and in use at COBO for Detroit Bike City, with a full day of bicycle activities and demos for the whole family.  There will be secure bicycle parking right on site as well, thanks to Wheelhouse Detroit!  Don’t miss this chance to find great deals and witness the size and variety of our biking community. Read the rest of this entry »

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Finish Line 1-2-3 Starter Kit

February 24th, 2012
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The Finish Line Starter Kit is a great way to get started on the basic maintenance plan. There is no arguing that most cyclist don’t take proper care of their bikes, and who can blame them. If it’s nice, go ride. However it does take it’s toll on the equipment and leads to higher replacement and repair costs.But with this starter set, it give you all the basics to use towards maintaining your drivetrain. It also makes an inexpensive gift for just about any cyclist.

Included in the set are a 4oz. bottle of Finish Line Mutli-Degreaser, a Finish Line Grunge Brush and a 2oz bottle of Finish Line Dry Lube. Each provides and accounts for an important step in maintaining your drive train. Braking down the dirt, cleaning the dirt away and lubing which protects your drivetrain from wear and tear and keeps it running smooth.

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First Look – Sram X0 10spd Grip Shift (Updated)

February 17th, 2012
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This morning we were invited to snap some of the very first public photos of the soon to be release 10spd Grip Shift that so many have been waiting for. While most of the technical details are under wraps for the time being, what we were shown is very exciting.

The shifter itself has been completely redesigned and has some features that have not been seen on previous iterations of grip shift. At first glance, the minimalistic design is a small departure from previous generations. The rubber flange portion is the tallest profile section and everything tapers down from there. Underneath the shifter, a separate locking collar has been used to secure the shifter to the bar. Again a slight departure from previous generations where the locking seciong was “more integrated” but requiring a larger profile.

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Jagwire Disc Brake Multi-Tool

January 23rd, 2012

Jagwire Disc Brake Multi Tool One of the most fun parts of the winter months is adding new products to our online catalog and finding hidden gems in the mix. One such product that we wanted to take a minute and highlight is the Jagwire Disc Brake Multi-Tool. One of the stand out features that is that it covers a short list of multiple purposes, all while remaining a component specific tool. Most “multi” tools try to do to much while cramming it into an almost unusable package. Don’t be fooled by the the multi tool name attached here, it is still very much an everyday shop tool that you’ll find in a tool box or on a work bench.

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Foundry Launch Party Recap

January 18th, 2012
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With the public introduction back in December, last night was our chance to celebrate Foundry Cycles. We were fortunate to be able to pull Jason (Foundry Brand Manager) and Rob (Foundry Sales Manager) away from the everyday routine for a night of talking about bikes over beer and nachos. It was a great opportunity for the local market to finally get to see the bikes up close and in person and meet just a few of the folks who have made it possible. In addition to the bikes, Whisky Parts Co. was kind enough to send along some new production handlebars, seat posts and forks for everyone to drool over. And Honey Stingers was gracious enough to send along waffles for the Jarod Toss.

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Foundry Launch Party

January 2nd, 2012
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WHAT: Foundry Cycles launch party
WHEN: Mon. Jan. 16th @ 6pm
WHERE: Tree Fort Bikes – 1866 Whittaker Rd. Ypsilanti, MI 48197
WHO: Foundry Cycles’ own Jason and Rob as well as the Tree Fort Staff

Unfamiliar with Foundry Cycles? They’re a new brand based around the concept that a bike is a tool and should be used as such. Here’s a link to a Foundry write up we did back in September.

Come join us for the Foundry launch party on Monday January 16th @ 6pm. It’s our chance to introduce our new partnership with Foundry Cycles as their exclusive online retailer. There will be free food and drink, music, and good conversation. Foundry Cycles will have one of each of their upcoming models on hand for you to take a look at. Read the rest of this entry »

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