National Bike Month 2010

Bike Month this year is packed! All of these events have at least been mentioned on our Facebook Page once, except for the Cargo Bike Picnic (thank you Bike Jax for the information). Also, all of these events are free and open to the public.

     1. Bike Tour of Historic Springfield (by e2ride Bike Tours)

Location: Three Layers Cafe

Time: 10:00 am-12:00 pm
Date: May 8

Join Ready 2 Ride Bike Tours and SPAR as we leisurely make our way through the historic district, enjoying the interesting history, unique architecture, and beautiful tree canopy along the way.

Bring your own bike and ride for free, or rent one for $25. Meet at Three Layers Cafe: 1602 Walnut Street. 32206. (corner of 6th &   Walnut).

     2. Blessing of the Bikes 2010

Location: St. John's Cathedral

Time: 2:00 pm-2:30 pm
Date: May 16

     3. Bike To Work Clinic

Location: LakeShore Bicycles & Fitness

Time: 6:00 pm-7:00 pm

Date: May 17

This will be one of three bike clinics for you to get ready for Bike To Work Day. The other two will be at Champion Cycling in Arlington, 904-724-4922, and Mandarin 904-262-5744 at the same times. For more information, please come into the store, call us at 904-388-0612, or email us at lakeshore@bellsouth.net. We hope to see you there.

     4. Ride of Silence

Location: LakeShore Bicycles & Fitness

Time: 7:00 pm-8:30 pm

Date: May 19

Join cyclists worldwide in a silent, slow paced ride (max.12 m.p.h.) in honor of those who have been injured or killed while cycling in public roadways.
Cyclists wil take to the roads in a silent procession to honor cyclists who have been killed or injured. Although cyclists have the legal right to share the road with motorists, the motoring public often isn't aware of these rights, and sometimes not aware of cyclists themselves.
The Ride of Silence is a free ride that asks it's cyclists to ride no faster than 12 m.p.h. and remain silent during the ride. There are no sponsors and no registration fees. The ride, which is held during bike safety month, aims to raise the awareness of motorists, police, and city officials that cyclists have a legal right to the public roadways. The ride is also to show respect for those who have been injured and killed.

     5. Bike To Work Day

Location: In information below

Time: In information below

Date: May 21

Give it a try! Biking to work and school takes some planning and effort, but once you get the hang of it you’ll like it. Organized group rides to downtown will depart from 3 locations in Jacksonville; Arlington, Mandarin, and Westside. Group rides will depart at 7:00 AM and arrive downtown at Hemming Plaza for a 7:30 – 8:00 AM continental breakfast. Each group will be accompanied by members of the Jacksonville Sheriff’s Office, and will include a bicycle shop van to transport riders’ belongings. No assistance is provided for return home trip.
Three free bicycle commuting workshops will be held Monday May 17 from 6:00 PM to 7:00 PM at local bike shop locations. Champion Cycling will host work shops in Arlington, 904-724-4922, and Mandarin 904-262-5744. Lakeshore Bicycles & Fitness, 904-388-0612, will host a Westside clinic. All bicycle commuter workshops are free and open to the public.
For those riders interested in acquiring their (BOB) bicycles on buses permit, they are no longer required. Please visit JTA website for video instruction to use Bicycles on Buses.

ARLINGTON 7:05 AM Contact person: Jim McDonald 904-724-4922
Food Lion Shopping Center on Arlington Rd, north of the Arlington Expressway across from Champion Cycling
Route: West on Arlington Expressway Service Rd: south on Cesery Blvd; merging to University Blvd: West on Atlantic Blvd: north on Kings
Ave: west on Prudential Dr: north on Hendricks Ave West on Gulf Life Dr: over Acosta Bridge: east on Water St: north on Hogan to Hemming Plaza.

SOUTHSIDE 6:50 AM Contact person: Phil Foreman 904-982-4380
Mandarin K-Mart at the intersection of San Jose Blvd and Old St Augustine Rd
Route: North on San Jose Blvd: north on Hendricks Ave: west on Gulf Life Dr: over Acosta Bridge: east on Water St: north on Hogan to Hemming Plaza.

WESTSIDE 7:10 AM Contact person: Charlie Fetzer from LakeShore Bicycles & Fitness: 904-716-7364
Publix Shopping Center next to Roosevelt Mall
Route: North on St Johns Ave: west on King St: north on Riverside Ave: east on Water St: north on Hogan to Hemming Plaza.

     6. Cargo Bike Picnic

Location: Five Points Coffee & Spice

Time: 2:00 pm
Date: May 23

For more information visit the website by clicking link in title.


Almost forgot, Tour de Cure is May 22, 2010. We will be there for repairs.

Recumbents

We have a huge selection of recumbent bicycles ready and built for you to find the perfect one. A lot of people don't know what a recumbent is so we included pictures of what we have and can order. There are different styles also, the kind you have probably seen the most often with three wheels, and stranger ones with two wheels.

This is an EZ-3 SX Tadpole made by Sun.

This is an E1 SX Ergonomic Recumbent made by Sun.

Tricycle Recumbents:
These are available in two handlebar styles. One has the handlebars low and to your side, while the other has the handlebars in front of you like in any bicycle.

An example of the handlebars at side.

An example of the handlebars at normal height.

The recumbents with handlebars at side have two wheels in front and one wheel in back. On the tricycle recumbents with handlebars at normal height there are two wheels on the back and one wheel in the front.



Bicycle Recumbents:
Bicycle recumbents have the handlebars at standard level and have gears.

The EZ-Sport CX by Sun.

All recumbents come with multiple gears. There are many reasons to ride a recumbent. The most common reason is for comfort after an injury. If you come into the store we will give advice on how to ride and fit the bike for you.

Accessory Category #12: Shoes & Pedals

Shoes & Pedals - These are not just for professional racers. We also stock shoes and pedals for the casual bicyclist and commuter. Shoes not only increase performance, they also increase comfort, making bicycling more fun so you will want to go out more often and try greater distances. Our different pedals can be used for different reasons. We will help you choose the kind fit just for you.

Accessory Category #11: Tools

Tools- Bicycles are transportation vehicles and do need service and adjustment. Whether you just want basic allen wrenches for adjusting seats and handlebars, or you wish to have your own service area that rivals ours, we can fix you up!

Jacksonville Bike To Work Day

May 21,2010-

Give it a try!  Biking to work and school takes some planning and effort, but once you get the hang of it you’ll like it. Organized group rides to downtown will depart from 3 locations in Jacksonville; Arlington, Mandarin, and Westside. Group rides will depart at 7:00 AM and arrive downtown at Hemming Plaza for a 7:30 – 8:00 AM continental breakfast. Each group will be accompanied by members of the Jacksonville Sheriff’s Office, and will include a bicycle shop van to transport riders’ belongings. No assistance is provided for return home trip.

Three free bicycle commuting workshops will be held Monday May 17 from 6:00 PM to 7:00 PM at local bike shop locations. Champion Cycling will host work shops in Arlington, 904-724-4922, and Mandarin 904-262-5744.  Lakeshore Bicycles & Fitness, 904-388-0612, will host a Westside clinic. All bicycle commuter workshops are free and open to the public.

For those riders interested in acquiring their (BOB) bicycles on buses permit, they are no longer required.  Please visit JTA website for video instruction to use Bicycles on Buses.

We Get Kids Riding on Two Wheels

We have some awesome ways to get your children to learn how to ride on two wheels. Check them out below.

Accessory Category #8: Jerseys

Jerseys - Jerseys are about more than looking good. They start with a technical fabric that wicks the persperation to the outside layer. As the persperation is evaporated it cools you. In the winter, this wicking keeps you drier and reduces the chance of hypothermia. The jerseys are also cut for your riding position to be more comfortable and have a long tail to cover the gap when you are bent over. We have jerseys for road, mountian and recumbent riders.

Accessory Category #7: Computers

Computers - These are great for motivation and as training tools to improve your cycle performance. We have basic computers that give you speed and distance or advanced computers that read heartrate, elevation, cadence or anything else you can dream up. We can order what YOU want!

Tour de Cure

The Tour de Cure registration time is here. Our flyer has more information.

Please click images for a larger view.

Tour de Forts

Our friends at the North Florida Bicycle Club are ready for another great ride.

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The Advantages Shopping With Us

• Every bicycle we sell is safety and comfort checked by our mechanics
• Our mechanics are certified and know what they are doing
• You receive a free 60-day checkup on any bicycle that you buy from us
• You receive one year of free service on any bicycle we sell
• We know what we are doing. We have been around since 1961.
• We will fit a bike for you with our Body Scanning and Fit Kit Systems
• We our avid cyclists and can recommend the best bike, clothing, or accessories for you
• All repairs have an excellent turn around time
• We will pick up and drop off repairs
• We buy bicycles and accept trade-ins
• We sell items on eBay
• We are your cycling experts!

3G Bike Cruisers

Our line of 3G Bikes are assembled better than any other beach cruiser dealers in town. Our mechanics safety and comfort check every bicycle they put together rather than having some inexperienced person throw it together.

Please click on the pictures for a larger view.

Suwannee Spring Bicycle and Paddle Festival

April 30th-May 2nd - This is a newly organized spring event by the Suwannee Bicycle Association. Camping at Stephen Foster Folk Culture Center is included but there are several B&B's, hotels and cabins available. There is great road and offroad riding in the area as well as paddling on the Suwannee River. To get all the information contact www.suwanneebike.org, or Dale Nanny: dalenanny@aol.com

Traffic Skills 101

March 27th - Learn safe and confident bicycling. Become familiar with laws covering bicycling as well as your bike equipment, including gears, fixing flats, injury prevention, crash avoidance, on-bike skills practice and top it off with a group ride. Classes recommended for adults and children over 14 years of age. Cost: $35 covers both days. Contact Jodi Hohlstein, 904-282-2180, or email jodi@FBAfirstcoast.org for complete registration packet. Class is limited to 17 students.

Saturday Morning Ride

We have started a Saturday morning fun ride at 9:00 am. This is geared for beginners. We will ride as a group so no one feels left behind. We enjoy teaching safety skills and group riding skills. Mark Fetzer will be the primary ride leader. Ride distance will not exceed 20-25 miles at a speed of less than 14 mph. It starts from the store. For directions to the store click here.

Bicycle Garage Sale

On March 20, 2010 in conjunction with the Lakeshore Area Preservation Society we will host a Bicycle Swap Meet and Flea Market. This will be on Bayview Ave. directly across from our store. Go through all your cycling gear and decide what you will never use again. You can set up your own booth or bring if by the shop the week before we will sell your under used equipment and let you spend it in the shop as a store credit. Only from 8am to 2pm.

Ride With Me

The Ride With Me For Autism Ride is in several days. If you haven't signed up yet click here to get your registration done. Ride With Me is in honor of Jessica Green who was a young woman who had autism. For more information visit the ride website by clicking here.

Welcome Cyclists!

Some of you may have been to our store and met us, or seen us on Facebook, Twitter, and YouTube. Others however, are probably completely new to the concept of our store. We are family owned and operated, and have been around since 1961. We have a huge selection of bikes, accessories, fitness equipment, and clothing. We also repair bikes and fitness equipment. Service is our only product. Some types of bikes that we sell include road, hybrid, mountain, beach cruiser, and BMX. Our lines include Specialized, Globe, Schwinn, 3G, Surly, Jandd, Jango, and Hoffman. If you have any questions come into the store, email us, or call us at (904) 388-0612.