http://blog.treefortbikes.com Tue, 21 Feb 2012 19:34:35 +0000 en hourly 1 http://wordpress.org/?v=3.0.3 http://blog.treefortbikes.com/index.php/posts/2118 http://blog.treefortbikes.com/index.php/posts/2118#comments Fri, 17 Feb 2012 19:31:49 +0000 Jess Richard http://blog.treefortbikes.com/?p=2118 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.]]> http://blog.treefortbikes.com/index.php/posts/2118/feed 0 http://blog.treefortbikes.com/index.php/posts/2084 http://blog.treefortbikes.com/index.php/posts/2084#comments Mon, 23 Jan 2012 19:11:10 +0000 Jess Richard http://blog.treefortbikes.com/?p=2084 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.]]> http://blog.treefortbikes.com/index.php/posts/2084/feed 0 http://blog.treefortbikes.com/index.php/posts/2061 http://blog.treefortbikes.com/index.php/posts/2061#comments Wed, 18 Jan 2012 19:35:39 +0000 Jess Richard http://blog.treefortbikes.com/?p=2061 With the introduction to the public 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.]]> http://blog.treefortbikes.com/index.php/posts/2061/feed 0 http://blog.treefortbikes.com/index.php/posts/2033 http://blog.treefortbikes.com/index.php/posts/2033#comments Mon, 02 Jan 2012 17:54:16 +0000 Jess Richard http://blog.treefortbikes.com/?p=2033 partnership with Foundry Cycles as their exclusive online retail partner. There will be free food and drink, music and good conversation. Foundry Cycles will have one of each of their upcoming models on hand to take a look at.]]> http://blog.treefortbikes.com/index.php/posts/2033/feed 0 http://blog.treefortbikes.com/index.php/posts/2000 http://blog.treefortbikes.com/index.php/posts/2000#comments Tue, 27 Dec 2011 20:13:41 +0000 Jess Richard http://blog.treefortbikes.com/?p=2000 Let's face it - sometimes, in their crusade to share their love of bicycles with the rest of the world, espousing cyclists tend to exaggerate the ability of bikes to solve all the world's problems. Fortunately, I often also see examples of cyclists doing things simply for the sake of cycling that positively impact our community in very real ways, ways that serve as a reminder that the über-advocates are in it for all the right reasons. Take, for example, the recent efforts of one Michael Babcock to give the Lansing cyclocross scene a much needed shot to the heart. Before this season it'd been over a half decade since the capital area had played host to a 'cross race, and clearly the Lansing cycling community hadn't been capitalizing (get it?) on the rapid growth in the discipline to promote the sport locally. This year, however, that would change.]]> http://blog.treefortbikes.com/index.php/posts/2000/feed 0 http://blog.treefortbikes.com/index.php/posts/1473 http://blog.treefortbikes.com/index.php/posts/1473#comments Tue, 20 Dec 2011 20:49:13 +0000 Jess Richard http://blog.treefortbikes.com/?p=1473 Bottom brackets tend to be one part that a lot of cyclists either over look or have no idea what it’s called, much less what style, shape, or size it is. The Bottom Bracket is the term used for the bearing assembly that the crank arms rotate on. In the past few years the choices have expanded greatly and it seems every year some new form or standard is set. It's also a part that when it works, you forget about it but when things go wrong, it can ruin a day on the road or trail. If you're building a new bike or repairing an old one, here's a list of all the info you'll need to determine what kind of bottom bracket you have. ]]> http://blog.treefortbikes.com/index.php/posts/1473/feed 0 http://blog.treefortbikes.com/index.php/posts/1954 http://blog.treefortbikes.com/index.php/posts/1954#comments Tue, 13 Dec 2011 19:21:11 +0000 Craig http://blog.treefortbikes.com/?p=1954 For most of the country a bothersome season called winter tries to throw a wrench into training or commuting habits developed in warmer seasons past. Next to clothing, tires can be the most important key to winter riding success. Poor tire choice can not only make for an unpleasant riding experience, it can also be outright dangerous.]]> http://blog.treefortbikes.com/index.php/posts/1954/feed 0 http://blog.treefortbikes.com/index.php/posts/1938 http://blog.treefortbikes.com/index.php/posts/1938#comments Mon, 05 Dec 2011 16:31:28 +0000 Jess Richard http://blog.treefortbikes.com/?p=1938 Last week we headed over to Minnesota for the official Foundry Cycles Launch Party at The Angry Catfish Bicycle and Coffee Bar. This was the official consumer introduction for the brand. On hand was a selection of the offerings from Foundry for 2012.]]> http://blog.treefortbikes.com/index.php/posts/1938/feed 0 http://blog.treefortbikes.com/index.php/posts/1916 http://blog.treefortbikes.com/index.php/posts/1916#comments Wed, 16 Nov 2011 00:56:39 +0000 Jess Richard http://blog.treefortbikes.com/?p=1916 A great deal of reviews have been posted all over the internet for these saddles. Handmade in England, Brooks has been in the saddle business since 1866., almost as long as the bicycle as been around. One thing that speaks volumes about this saddle is how it's presented on their site. They have a column for unsolicited testimonials and a column for unfiltered criticisms. If that type of presentation doesn't sell it self I don't know what will. The same holds largely true for our site as well. The reviews left by folks are always what sells. ]]> http://blog.treefortbikes.com/index.php/posts/1916/feed 0 http://blog.treefortbikes.com/index.php/posts/1901 http://blog.treefortbikes.com/index.php/posts/1901#comments Wed, 09 Nov 2011 20:38:17 +0000 Jess Richard http://blog.treefortbikes.com/?p=1901 While taking a look at some of the new recently added products that we've included in our catalog, I came across this little gem that needed to be shared; A Miller High Life jersey by Primal Wear. A simple, classy looking piece for a simple classy beverage. Remember, drink responsibly, never drink and ride. BUY NOW!]]> http://blog.treefortbikes.com/index.php/posts/1901/feed 0