You have invested too much time and effort in finding the perfect bike to have it damaged by an inferior bike rack. But the right rack will allow you to take your bike anywhere quickly and easily. When shopping for a bike rack, consider three factors:
-Type of venue. Think about how and wear you will [...]
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What To Know Before You Buy A Bike Rack
Bike Glove Love: Why Your Hands Will Thank You
Don’t underestimate the power of good bike gloves to make or break your long ride. If you’re waffling over whether to invest in a new pair of bike gloves as part of your cycling gear purchases this year, remember some of the reasons why you don’t like to bike without them:
-Skin protection: The constant pressure [...]
How To Choose Your Next Cycling Shoes
Like any sports shoes, cycling shoes should be tried on to ensure the correct fit. Visit one of our Sun & Ski Sports shops to try several styles and take advantage of our expert advice.
Some points to keep in mind when choosing your shoes:
-To cleat or not to cleat. Some types of bike shoes come [...]
The Long And Short Of Cycling Shorts
Your cycling shorts are arguably your most important item of cycling apparel. You want to be as comfortable as possible during your rides, and not be distracted by chafing or seat discomfort. When selecting cycling shorts, you can choose from several lengths and styles, including:
-Short or Not So Short: For women cyclists who prefer a [...]
Find Your Favorite Cycling Jerseys
Comfort and fit are the most important features when shopping for cycling jerseys. When selecting cycling clothing, look for moisture-wicking fabrics and an aerodynamic fit. Other features to review in cycling jerseys include pockets, half or full zippers, and tapered vs. bottle collars. Visit one of our Sun & Ski Sports shops for the best [...]
Getting Outfitted for a New Bike
Buying a new bicycle can be an overwhelming experience with all the choices available today. This is where the knowledgeable Staff at Sun and Ski Sports can advise toward purchasing the right bike by asking the right questions. They are a full service bike shop carrying leading brands of bikes and accessories, providing professional bike [...]
Yakima Recall for Quickback 2 and Quickback 3
Yakima has announced a recall on their most recent trunk-mounted bike racks, the Quickback 2 and Quickback 3. There seems to be a defect in the adjustable knobs that needs to be replaced if you purchased your rack with a manufacturing date prior to April 9, 2009.
Here’s the quick version on how Yakima is handling [...]
MS150 Riders Can Get Ride-Day Texts For The First Time (via HBJ)
Originally posted by Houston Business Journal
Riders in this year’s BP MS 150 Bike Ride won’t have to worry about not being connected while on the road to Austin.
Mobile marketing company Mobile FKM, a unit of Houston advertising agency FKM, has created an application to send weather updates, road conditions and alerts in the form of [...]
Cycling Notebook: Using parental guidance (via Houston Chronicle)
Originally posted by Dale Robertson at the Houston Chronicle.
Early on in her training for this weekend’s 25th anniversary BP MS 150, Carolyn Gomez took a nasty fall on her bicycle. It was her first and it really, really hurt, leaving her with multiple abrasions and bruises.
“I wanted to cry,” she admits.
But Gomez kept her tears [...]
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BIKE INSPECTIONS
MS150 Bike Inspections are available in the bike department at all Sun & Ski Sports! Make sure to get your inspection done, NOW!!! The longer you wait, the longer your bike will have to stay there to get inspected!!!
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