Reser Shop Blog

Katie and Nate head off for bicycle adventures

2010-08-18T08:15:00.000-07:00

Next week, Nate and I will be departing Cincinnati for a ten month Arabic and Hebrew program in Jaffa, Israel. We'll be taking bicycle tours of Israel, Jordan and Egypt during our vacation time. Once our ten month commitment is through, we'll be bicycling from Istanbul to Dublin. The route hasn't been finalized yet, but it looks like we'll be going through the following: Turkey, Bulgaria, Romania, Hungary, Croatia, Austria, the Czech Republic, Poland, Germany, Denmark, the Netherlands, Belgium, France, England, Scotland, and Ireland. We might re-route or head into Russia and the Ukraine, but the tentative plans are shaping up to be interesting no matter what we decide on.

We will miss the wonderful, quirky people who frequent and work at Reser Bicycle Outfitters. Jason has graciously agreed to sponsor our touring with some of the best gear on the market. We cannot thank him enough--we will definitely be going through some chains and tubes. Please check back for weekly updates on the places we'll be riding and how our gear is holding up. Our blog will be up and running in the next few days as we wind down the process of getting ready to leave the country. Sunday will be our last day at the shop--stop by and say hello and goodbye! We have no idea what we'll be doing when we return, but we promise you'll all be the first to know.

All of our best,

Katie and Nate

Bicycles, beer, and mud: it's that time of the year

2010-08-16T11:59:00.000-07:00

Cyclocross season is just around the corner. If that doesn't send shivers of excitement down your spine, I really, really, really don't know what will. Featuring trails, mud, rocks, obstacles, pavement and grass, cyclocross is a test of bicycle handling skills, endurance, and ones ability to endure aggressive heckling.

If you aren't sure about running through the mud while carrying your bicycle up an intense hill, then come try it out at cyclocross practice this Wednesday, 6:30 pm at Devou Park.

We've got Ridley and Rocky Mountain cyclocross bikes in stock. Getting into the sport doesn't have to break the bank--come in and talk to us about financing and layaway options. There are some great entry level frames and complete bikes in stock, too. Test rides are always free.

Just remember: it's not truly a suffer fest if there are beer hand-ups involved.

IMPROMPTU PARTY ALERT!!!

2010-08-13T16:23:00.000-07:00

Impromptu party alert! Beer and pizza at the shop tonight, 7:30 until it runs out! YEAH! Do we need a reason? Okay, I guess the end of the race series works.

Devou Park Season Finale

2010-08-11T10:05:00.000-07:00

It's the last race tonight at Devou. I know you're all sad that you won't be hearing Rob's commentary, and that we never got enough juniors out to get Big Dave into a grass skirt, but hey, let's have one last hurrah. There will be some serious contention for the women's series crown, and the men's races look to be just as fast tonight. Bring the family, bring the dog, bring your friends, and bring a little cash (or credit) for the taco truck.

Queen City Bike Meeting

2010-08-02T13:24:00.000-07:00

Ride with us to the August meeting of Queen City Bike. Our region's voice for bicycle advocacy, Queen City Bike is currently working to improve our bicycle infrastructure. Jason and Katie will leave from the shop at 6:40 to ride to the meeting in the East End.

This month's agenda is as follows:

7 pm - 7:30: Presentation by Cincinnati Dept of Transportation and Engineering on options for Riverside Drive (jointly with East End Area Council)

7:30 - 8:30: Additional Queen City Bike Business:

1) Bike Friendly Destinations project: QCB has been awarded Greater Cincinnati Foundation grant for $10,000

2) Bike to Baseball (ride to Reds games)

3) New activities for late summer/fall: Spring Grove Cemetary Tour? Other?

4) QCB Membership Discount Program

5) Discussion of new Cincinnati Bicycle Program Advisory Committee per the Bike Plan

6) Bike Month 2011

Devou Park+Tacos+Bicycles=Spectacular Fun

2010-07-21T12:58:00.000-07:00

YES, rain or shine, the Devou Park Summer Race Series is on. Tonight Senor Roy's taco truck will be joining us. Can you think of anything better than tacos and bicycles? Okay, maybe tacos and bicycles at the exactly same time aren't a good idea, but within reason, it really is kind of a great concept. Here's the breakdown.

Scenario 1: You have a bicycle and would like to race it.
That's fantastic. Bring your license or purchase a one day license at registration. Bring cash for tacos, too. You're really going to want one (or six) after you climb up that hill.

Scenario 2: Breaking that kind of sweat is ridiculous. You just want to watch your friends ad loved one suffer.
This is also fantastic. Bring yourselves, your kids, your neighbors, your dog, and a blanket or chair to sit on. You should also bring some cash for the taco truck--honestly, who doesn't love tacos? Bring your cheering voice. There's a possibility of best fan prems.

Scenario 3: You have a bicycle, but aren't sure about racing.
Don't make excuses. Bring your bike, your helmet, and a can-do attitude. There's even a women's only race and honestly, I don't remember the last time a crit series around here had a regularly scheduled women's only race.

Dirty Divas 2010 Mountain Bike Clinic

2010-07-14T21:00:00.000-07:00

Hey ladies! Do you want to mountain bike, improve your skills, or just hang out with some like-minded folks? If so, please come to Harbin Park this Saturday for the seventh annual Dirty Divas Mountain Bike Clinic. The women of Reser will be out in force and Jess will be wrenching and holding down the Reser Tent--stop by for some tasty treats, maintenance advice and help!

$50 for registration includes breakfast and lunch! Raffles will be held, so bring some cash for tickets that will support CORA's work to improve mountain bike facilities in our region.

Join us for a day of fun and fitness at our annual mountain bike instructional clinic for women. All riders from first-timers to advanced are welcome, and all fitness levels. Whether you’ve never ridden on a mountain bike trail, or you’re just looking to polish up your off-road handling skills, we have a great day in store for you!
At the CORA Dirty Divas Clinic, you will:

• Learn the basics of mountain biking, even if you’ve never ridden off-road
• Master your skills if you’ve already begun riding
• Discover proper technique for conquering hills, making tight turns, clearing obstacles, and more
• Challenge yourself
• Gain confidence
• Have fun!

New this year! The Dirty Divas clinic will feature only IMIC (International Mountainbike Instructor Certification)-certified instructors.

BMC Trailfox 01

2010-07-14T17:23:00.000-07:00

The Trailfox is appropriately named. This bike lives for trails. I don’t say that because it has knobby tires, and 140mm of suspension travel, I say that because this is a bike that is at home on the trail. It has an active suspension, without feeling bouncy. I didn’t bother using ProPedal at all, and felt no real ill-effects. If I was faced with a very long climb, I would probably use it, but only to try to eke out every last bit of efficiency. This bike carves the corners and flies up hills. Taking corners I felt very confident leaning into the turns, the frame is quite stiff and allowed me to really push the bike and try to squeeze out as much speed as I could muster down the trail. Climbing was a point-and-shoot kind of affair, with the suspension actively hunting for traction without an annoying bob.
Descending was very smooth. While the trails I rode lacked in a slow technical descent, there are a few fast, rough hills that let me test the bike’s lofting capability, and I found the Trailfox to be very responsive to steering inputs and weight transfers, allowing me to loft the front wheel over rough sections quite easily, which made it able for me to place the front wheel wherever it needed to be in order to continue along with my chosen line.
I did notice that the bike didn’t behave well in the air. The rear suspension would kick off the trail and send the rear wheel higher than the front. It wasn’t difficult to control in the air, but it is a bit frightening to have the rear wheel kick up when you’re not expecting it. This may have been due to my suspension set up, or to my technique, but it would be something to keep in mind as you set out on the trail.
Overall I found the Trailfox to be a very capable bike. It made me feel faster on the trail without feeling fragile like a race bike can. The rear suspension soaked up bumps quite effectively and still allowed me to put power down either in the seat or standing up. This is a bike that is definitely at home on dirt.

Rocky Mountain Altitude 30

2010-07-14T17:06:00.000-07:00

This may be the most beautiful mountain bike I have seen. It has a deep metallic blue paint over a flowing set of tubes, I almost wanted to hang it up as art instead of riding it. Notice I said “almost”. Riding the altitude was almost like watching a romantic comedy. You know what will happen in the end, but you also know that there will be some bump in the road that will be resolved somehow.
The bump in the Altitude’s road was the spec tire, not offering good traction when encountering wet roots or the muddy side of a water crossing. But when the tire slipped, the bike stayed upright and stable, and once you found traction it continued climbing. This bike is the epitome of balanced. It has a very natural feel to it, is easy to hold a line, and very easy to control going uphill, down, or on flat ground. This bike also takes to the air very well. On small jumps, like the kinds found on local cross country trails, the bike stays very level in the air, and absorbs the landing very well. It pedals very well without the need for ProPedal, which is good because the lever is mounted near the bottom bracket making it hard to reach while riding. I left the shock open the entire time and experienced no ill effects of a lack of platform. This bike definitely rewards smoothness, asking that you stay in the seat and spin rather than mash the pedals and yank the bars. I did both, and can say that it does prefer the rider to stay seated, standing and manhandling the bike produces results too.
The bike felt a bit short in the top tube. I’m 5’11” on a good day, and I slid the seat all the way back on the 18” frame I rode, and still felt a bit cramped. The front tire also had a tendency to lift a bit while climbing in the seat, but it was easily controlled and brought back to the ground. Overall I would call the Altitude 30 an excellent bike for someone new to riding, or looking for an upgrade bike that performs well no matter how you ride it. Or you could pick it up just to stare at it, this bike is stunning. Don’t forget to wipe off the drool when you’re done.

Devou Park Criterium Series presented by Reser Bicycle Outfitters and Busam Subaru!

2010-07-14T12:26:00.000-07:00

Looking for some free, family-friendly fun? Bring a picnic and the kids and get ready for some exciting bicycle racing! Start time is 7:00 pm at Devou Park. Please follow the signs and note that the park will largely be closed to traffic from 6:00 pm to 9:00 pm.

Every Wednesday from July 14, 2010 thru August 11, 2010

The Devou Park Race Series is intended to give entry level racers, women and high school aged juniors the opportunity to get additional racing experience on a slightly challenging course.

COURSE DESCRIPTION: The course will be a challenging 1-mile loop in beautiful Devou Park. It starts with a flat straight section before you hit the 180 degree turn to start the decent. At the bottom of the decent you’ll have a sweeping right hander into the climb. The climb itself is winding with some rough pavement. Once you reach the top, it’s a short sprint the last couple of hundred feet to the finish line.

REGISTRATION: Online registration is available at BikeReg.com. Online registration will close at 11:59 PM the night before each race. Pre-registration is highly encouraged. A $5 late fee will be assessed to all day of event registrations. Onsite registration and check in will open at 6:00 PM and closes 15 minutes before each race.

Yeti 575 Review

2010-07-11T15:19:00.000-07:00

When I first grabbed the bars of the Yeti 575 I noticed a few things that I thought I wouldn’t be able to adapt to, the high seat height caused by the high bottom bracket, and the wide bars. I was pretty sure I wouldn’t be able to get used to either. I was very wrong. The seat doesn’t feel high as soon as you start going, and the wide bars offer good hand placement for control and leverage for climbing. Riding the 575 is an awesome experience. The rear suspension is super plush, while not being too soft to pedal. The particular bike I rode had the Fox RP23, and with ProPedal engaged the bike accelerated and climbed even better.
Riding this bike did a few things for me. It initially made me want to hit every single root, rock, jump, and drop I could find. As someone who doesn’t particularly enjoy flying down hills, jumping, and drops, the 575 gave me the confidence to go a bit faster, and let the wheels leave the ground a bit more. Climbing was efficient whether ProPedal was on or not, but the suspension will bob if you’re standing and torquing as opposed to spinning an easier gear. The other thing this bike did is make me want to be a better rider. The bike provides the platform for a skill set above mine, and the more I rode the bike, the more I wanted to elevate my skills to the level of the bike.
The first time I rode this bike I was limited to a short ride by only being able to carry one water bottle. And the cage location is right below the shock, which makes taking the bottle out, and flipping the ProPedal lever a bit of a chore. Not that that is a big deal, especially since many people have gone to the backpack hydration packs, but for those of us still in the hydration dark ages it would have been nice to have space for multiple cages, and also to have them in more convenient locations.
Overall, the 575 is a solid bike, an awesome climber, confident on the descents, and despite the large look to the frame, it is very lightweight. The bike is very stable both at speed and when picking and choosing a line.

Maintenance Class!

2010-07-09T14:06:00.000-07:00

The second Saturday of every month we offer a maintenance class with our head mechanic, Matt Baker. Bring your bicycle, or borrow one of ours, and he'll show you basic bicycle anatomy and roadside repair tips and tricks that will make you a more confident and comfortable bicyclist. If you've purchased a bicycle from us, it's free, if not, it's $10. Reservations aren't required, but it's always nice to know if you'll be joining us. RSVP to bakerbikewrench@gmail.com.

Civia Belt Drive

2010-07-07T11:51:00.000-07:00

Form and function neatly intersect with Civia's newest bicycle, the Bryant. An eight speed Alfine hub is combined with the simplicity of a carbon belt drive. This results in a bicycle that is silent--it's like riding a silent ghost ship. Most serious commuters won't even wear out the belt drive. A traditional chain can wear down and destroy an entire drive chain; a belt drive won't. If you're the sort who isn't cleaning their chain every week, but is riding every day to work, to school, and to the grocery store, then a belt drive bicycle is a great option. Avid disc brakes make for serious peace of mind when stopping in inclement weather. Racks and fenders will mount easily on this classically-styled frame. The Bryant is the pinnacle of no-muss, no-fuss commuting.

Adjectives and phrases used by staff people to describe this beautiful beast of burden:

"Silent ghost ship"
"Beautiful."
"Unicorn-like."
"Really, really practical."

A professional fit from one of our Serrotta Fit Specialists will turn this bicycle into the most comfortable commuter you can imagine.

Yes, we are open!

2010-07-05T07:57:00.000-07:00

It may be a federal holiday, but our doors are open. Come see our new Civia Bryant bicycles with belt drives (review to follow). Don't mow the lawn or clean the pool. Visit us and get ready for a summer filled with bicycling fun!

Special Meeting to Decide Fate of New Bike Plan

2010-06-14T19:21:00.000-07:00

Tuesday, June 22 at 6 p.m.
Council Chambers
Cincinnati City Hall
801 Plum St.
Cincinnati, OH 45202

Special Meeting of Liveable Communities Committee to decide fate of new bike plan: We need YOU there!

Arrive by 5:50 p.m. to fill out a card if you wish to testify. You will have two minutes to let them know why making this a great bicycling community is important to you! Cincinnati's new bike plan envisions a 445-mile system of bicycle lanes, routes, and paths that will make it possible for tens of thousands more people to leave their cars behind and use their bicycles for daily transportation and recreation in the city. For the past ten months, hundreds of you have helped develop that plan, by attending public meetings, providing input on-line, or scouting streets with us on your bikes. The plan you helped create can be downloaded here.

Now is the time when we need to come together to ensure that the product of all our efforts is adopted by the City. The seven members of the Council's Liveable Communities Committee will be taking testimony and then voting on the plan at this Special Meeting next week. They need to know that you think it's time that the city took bicycling seriously and set a course for a new future in our city.

Whether you want to testify personally or not, please attend and bring plenty of friends. There is nothing that has the impact of a Chamber-full of enthusiastic supporters of change. If you do wish to testify, let us know and we will send you some guidelines for you to use in preparing your statement.
There will be ample secure bike parking at City Hall if you ride, but please remember to bring your lock!

Liveable Communities Committee Members

Roxanne Qualls, Chairperson roxanne.qualls@cincinnati-oh.gov 513-352-3604

Laure Quinlivan, Vice Chair laure.quinlivan@cincinnati-oh.gov 513-352-5303

Jeff Berding jeff.berding@cincinnati-oh.gov 513-352-3283

Chris Bortz chris.bortz@cincinnati-oh.gov 513-352-3249

Chris Monzel chris.monzel@cincinnati-oh.gov 513-352-3640

Cecil Thomas cecil.thomas@cincinnati-oh.gov 513-352-3499

Charlie Winburn charlie.winburn@cincinnati-oh.gov 513-352-5354
PS Can't make the meeting? Send an e-mail or call committee members!

Marty Sanders places sixth at the Mohican 100!

2010-06-07T09:22:00.000-07:00

Neither hail, nor rain, nor flash flooding, nor severe electrical storms could stop the Mohican 100 from going forward this year. Considered by Cycling News reports to have been the "worst conditions in eight years," the trail conditions couldn't stop our own Marty Sanders from taking sixth place in the men's open 100 km race. Marty wasn't available for comment at the time of this post--sources closest to him suggested that he was taking a well earned nap.

SALE!

2010-06-02T10:00:00.001-07:00

Come in for crazy savings on selected winter and fall gear. We've got jackets and jerseys for 50 to 80 percent off!

Closed Sunday and Monday for Memorial Day

2010-05-30T08:00:00.000-07:00

We'll be closed Sunday, May 30th and Monday, May 31st for Memorial Day.

Bike Month!

2010-05-19T08:58:00.000-07:00

Bike Month is well underway here at Reser Bicycle Outfitters. We've helped organize commuter stations across Cincinnati, and tomorrow we'll be at Iris Book Cafe and the Coffee Emporium (Central Parkway location). Get a cup of coffee, some air in your tires, and a tasty treat!

Tonight we'll be leading a Ride of Silence in conjunction with the Cincinnati Cycle Club. We'll depart from Newport High School at 900 E. Sixth Street around 6:30. This ride is to remember bicyclists who have been killed or injured in crashes. Please join us at Newport High School for the ride or at Fountain Square at 7:30 for a short ceremony.

Thursday is Bike to Work Day--if you need a little encouragement, stop by and talk to one of our employees. Join us at Fountain Square tomorrow for fun, food, and bicycles from 11:30 am to 1:00 pm.

Friday we'll be helping with Bike Newport's Breakfast on the Bridge. From 6:30 to 10:00 you can get coffee, food, and some professional mechanical advice. Come join us for our third celebration of Breakfast on the Bridge!

Spring Cycling Season Starts with Service

2010-04-06T05:17:00.001-07:00

Hooray for Spring finally coming and brushing the cold of February away.

We are getting a lot of phone calls with basic questions about our repair, fit, and maintenance services so I thought it made sense to answer the most popular question on our website: What kind of tuneup/overhaul does my bike need? We usually base our assessment on the condition of the bike, how much it's ridden and the age of the bicycle.

If you ride your bike three plus times a week for most of the year, you should probably get a Major Overhaul at least once a year. Dust, grime, water and sweat (eww!) penetrates every part of the bike and can cause lots of damage. During a Major Overhaul we remove all the parts from the frame and then clean, lube, and protect both. It's probably time for new cables too.
If you ride your bike a good amount each year but never get caught out in the rain, and ride 3000 miles or less (think about it, those miles add up quick). A minor overhaul can cost a little less but still gets the bearings in the re-greased and the bike tuned-up.
If your bike is fairly new, has been serviced recently, or does not get a ton of miles, a Tuneup may be all you need. Does your chain and drivetrain look like a grease-pit? You might upgrade to a Comprehensive Tuneup where we remove the chain and gears and clean them in our earth-friendly aqueous microbe parts cleaner.
If your bike is over six years old, or has not seen a bearing overhaul six years, it is time for a minor overhaul. The grease inside the hubs dries out during the years and when you start riding a bike like this, it's like driving a car that's been on blocks for years. Without proper preparation it will destroy itself from the inside-out.

When you arrive with your bike, we will take the time to assess it and let you know if there are any parts or tires that need to be replaced as well. You can also call in and make a service appointment so that you can drop your bike off the day before we are scheduled to work on it and thereby only miss a day or two with your bicycle.

Save the Date: Reser Bicycle Outfitters Ten Year Birthday Bash!

2010-03-26T10:58:00.000-07:00

Woah! We're almost ten years old. This obviously calls for a celebration, so plan on joining us March 27 (6 pm to 9 pm) at our birthday party. We would call it an anniversary party, but birthday just sounds better. We'll provide great music, Newport Pizza, beer, and there's a strong possibility of a birthday cake. We'd like you to provide the good cheer and merriment as we look forward to celebrating another ten years with great people and bicycles!

Groupon Offer details

2010-03-24T07:34:00.000-07:00

We've been getting a lot of emails about out Groupon offer, here's what you need to know:

Yes, the Groupon is real.
You can use it toward our other services (or bicycles) as you would a $45 gift-card, but not toward general merchandise.
You can even use the Groupon as $45 toward a new bike if you decide not to repair your current steed.
And when you visit with your Groupon, you will also be able to purchase helmets, cycling clothing, padded biking gloves, or cycling/spinning Shoes at a special 10% discount.
No need for appointments! Just bring your bike in and drop it off. First come- first serve.

Get your Groupon!

Extended springtime hours

2010-03-15T11:25:00.000-07:00

The birds are chirping, the Ohio River didn't quite flood, and the sun isn't setting before you eat lunch. Here at Reser, we're celebrating the gorgeous weather, receeding water, and longer days with extended springtime hours. Come in Monday and Friday from 10 am 'til 8 pm. That's right, a whole extra hour of quality time with us! Stop by and get that tune up you've been meaning to, or that new pair of shorts, or just to say "hello." We'd love to see you!

Google Biking Maps

2010-03-10T05:30:00.000-08:00

Google Announces Google Biking Directions at the League of American Bicyclists' h2010 National Bike Summit

Washington, D.C. - March 10, 2010 - The League of American Bicyclists is proud to be the forum for Google to announce what all bike riders have been waiting for - Grab Your Bike and Go with Google Maps. Google is announcing at the Opening Plenary Session at the National Bike Summit that they are adding biking directions in the U.S. to Google Maps."This new tool will open people's eyes to the possibility and practicality of hopping on a bike and riding," said Andy Clarke, President of the League of American Bicyclists. "We know people want to ride more, and we know it's good for people and communities when they do ride more - this makes it possible. It is a game-changer, especially for those short trips that are the most polluting,"

Users can now choose biking when deciding how to get to their destination, starting today, March 10, 2010. If you're one of the 57 million Americans who ride a bike, mapping your daily commute, and planning recreational or trail rides just became easier. According to Google this has been the most requested addition to Google Maps, and the League is delighted that they have chosen the National Bike Summit to unveil this new feature. Google's announcement further proves the importance of the Summit and the bicycle movement in helping our nation become a more Bicycle Friendly America. The Google biking directions will make it that much easier for bicyclists to get to work, school or play.

This new feature includes: step-by-step bicycling directions; bike trails outlined directly on the map; and a new "Bicycling" layer that indicates bike trails, bike lanes, and bike-friendly roads. The directions feature provides step-by-step, bike-specific routing suggestions - similar to the directions provided by our driving, walking, or public transit modes. Simply enter a start point and destination and select "Bicycling" from the drop-down menu. You will receive a route that is optimized for cycling, taking advantage of bike trails, bike lanes, and bike-friendly streets and avoiding hilly terrain whenever possible.

Visit http://maps.google.com/biking to try out this new feature. Biking directions for Google Maps is currently in Beta. Follow the League's news feed on the new Google feature on the League's Blog, Facebook and Twitter. If you have any further questions, contact Meghan Cahill at 202.822.1333 or meghan@bikeleague.org.

Don't Let Sunny Days Pass You By

2010-03-05T11:19:00.000-08:00

It's starting to warm up a bit! Hurray! It's still early in the season, so come in to beat the springtime rush and enjoy fast turn around time on early season repairs and service. Our factory certified mechanics will handle your toughest service needs and are trained to repair disc brakes, suspension forks, and electric shifting.

Weather forecast for the weekend

Friday: Sunny and nearly 50 degrees
Saturday: Cloudy and 50 degrees
Sunday: Cloudy and 50 degrees with 30 percent chance of light showers

Marty Attempts Vertical Mile Record for the American Lung Association

2010-02-24T05:37:00.000-08:00

If you've been around the shop in the last year, you've probably heard about our bike guru Marty's (aka Martin Sanders) attempt to set a world record climbing the stairs in the Carew Tower. He's doing this as part of the Climb the Carew event to raise funds and awareness for the American Lung Association. When Marty was young he had a hard time breathing with asthma and was very fortunate to overcome the disease to become the world class athlete he is today.

The Vertical Miler category which is 10 times up and down the stairs of the Carew Tower. Marty has been taking the event very seriously and has been following a strict regiment of watching his diet and training for hours on end since he finished last year's event. If you feel like you can, please take a moment and support the cause online. It would mean a lot to him to be able to have so many contributors to the ALA. So far the donations have made it possible for twenty schools in need to receive testing for kids with breathing problems!

Get Riding Cold Weather Biking Q&A

2010-02-23T08:56:00.000-08:00

Get even more motivated to ride! Learn how some tips and tricks to winterize your bike and stay warm while riding in the cold. Since it's right after work, there will be some good food to keep you happy. And if you happen to need anything, you can enjoy a 20% discount on cold weather items. Tuesday February 23rd, 5:30pm

Polar Bear Ice Cream and Pizza Ride

2010-02-19T08:47:00.000-08:00

The Polar Bear Ride will be taking off from Reser Bicycle Outfitters on Saturday, February 20th at 2:00 PM. Participants will receive both cold toes and free ice cream courtesy of Graeter's. Riders will traverse 25 miles of snow covered Campbell County and wind up at Graeter's and Newport Pizza Company.

Winter Class Postponed one week

2010-02-15T09:51:00.000-08:00

The riding in winter class is being postponed because the roads themselves may be closed Tuesday, but we will have the class on Tuesday 2/23. The forecast is for snow on Saturday too, so check back to see if the Polar Bear ride is a go.

It's OK to ride your bike in the winter!

2010-02-14T08:18:00.000-08:00

It's OK to ride your bike while it's cold out and we'll show you how during Newport's Fit Tuesday. Come on over at 5:30pm on Tuesday the 16th. We'll have a free, fun class on how to have an enjoyable time riding and staying motivated while riding in the cold.

We'll cover setting goals, dressing for the weather, making your bike "winter friendly" and staying safe.

We'll be serving up a bit of food to keep you happy after work. We'll also be serving a 20% discount on all the winter gear that you and your bike need.

Winterize Your Bike

2009-12-27T12:30:00.000-08:00

Is your bike feeling neglected? Never have time to get your bike maintained the way you should? Have no fear, Reser Bicycle Outfitters now has two-day turnaround time on both Minor and Major Bicycle Overhauls.

Our factory trained technicians will take care of your entire bike and ensure that it will be fun and safe to ride for another season. No more waiting during prime riding season for service. Mention this article when dropping off your bike and receive $20.00 off the regular price of an overhaul. Offer valid until January 31st.

Happy Holidays!

2009-12-26T07:25:00.000-08:00

Give Cycling!

2009-12-22T10:44:00.001-08:00

Christmas is the perfect time to give the gift of cycling! We have Striders for the youngest aspiring riders as well as 16", 20" and 24" kids bikes.

Winterize Your Bike

2009-12-10T10:52:00.000-08:00

Tweed Ride! Coming to Newport!

2009-10-15T09:43:00.000-07:00

Inspired by the Tweed Run in London and similar rides in San Francisco, Chicago and Boston, Newport is throwing its own woolen cap into the ring by hosting an inaugural Tweed Ride on Saturday, Nov. 7, 2009. The ride departs at 2:00 p.m. from here at the Reser Bicycle Outfitters / Fusion Studio Building.

A leisurely six-mile course will take riders through the fair streets of Newport, Covington and Cincinnati in the most dapper attire followed by friendly banter, nibbles and libations at Claddagh Irish Pub at Newport on the Levee.

Riders are asked to leave their Lycra at home and dress in British period pieces. Organizers will make awards for the best costumes, and a suggested $5 donation helps fund bike racks in city parks. Possible attired includes woolen plus fours, tweed jackets, ties, flat caps, merino team jerseys, knitted jumpers, etc.

Need help putting your outfit together visit Newport’s Costume Gallery at 638 Monmouth St. (859) 655-9419

For more information about the Tweed Ride, visit www.bikenewport.org.

2nd Sunday Ride in support of Newport Police Bike Patrol

2009-10-01T09:04:00.000-07:00

Come ride your bike, support the Newport Police Department's Bike Patrol, and have some fun! The 2nd Sunday Ride (Sunday, October 11) is a group benefit ride similar in format to the annual Ride Cincinnati cancer research benefit, with a route that follows the Ohio River east on Route 8 toward Augusta, Kentucky. Food stops will be set up at several points along the way to provide nourishment to keep you pedaling, and mechanical support will be provided along the way at Pendery Park by Marty from Reser Bicycle Outfitters, just in case. The Newport Police Department will be there as well, keeping the route safe and providing additional support along the way.

Distances vary from 8 to 63 miles, so all skill levels are welcome, and registration can be done on the day of the event starting at 6:30. The ride starts and ends at Newport City Hall (10th and Monmouth.) Celebrate after the ride at the 2nd Sunday Newport street party from 2-5pm, with a bike rodeo and pony rides for the kids, raffle prizes, and more for the entire family!

Super Party Fun Time Sale Sale Sale!

2009-09-30T23:59:00.000-07:00

SUNDAY, OCTOBER 11th, 2009

During the 2nd Sunday Newport street party Reser Bicycle Outfitters will host an in-store sale and fall celebration with games, beverages and refreshments, and tons of super special deals! We'll have loads of cycling gear up to 80% off, free bicycle assessments and inspections, and great deals on tons of other bikes and items throughout the shop! Play "Spin the Wheel" to win cool prizes and benefit the Devou Park Backcountry Trail! Stop by the shop after the 2nd Sunday Benefit Ride, or any time 12 to 5 to play some games, take advantage of our sale and pick up some sweet gear, or just hang out!

Newport Uses Recycled Bike Racks

2009-08-27T07:22:00.000-07:00

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SUPER BAD BIKE SHOW!

2009-08-20T09:40:00.000-07:00

Ridley Rides at Reser's

2009-07-31T17:29:00.000-07:00

The hottest cyclocross bikes in the world have arrived just in time for 'cross season at Reser Bicycle Outfittters. A Reser exclusive. Stop in now and order your custom bike for practice sessions and the Ohio Valley Cyclocross Series.

Ridley was started by Belgian frame-builder Jochim Aerts in 1996. Since then the earth-conscious company has gone on to build World Champion cyclocross bikes. This year, Ridley road bikes were at the front of the Pro-Tour, ridden by the Katusha team in the Tour de France.

Le Tour de France

2009-07-06T09:55:00.000-07:00

The race of the season is on. This year promises to excite with 3500km of racing over 21 stages. Don't miss the opportunity to view the action! Enjoy pizza, beer and complete Tour coverage at Newport Pizza all month long. Join the Reser Road Ride on Tuesday evenings then head down the street to refuel. Everyone is welcome, riding not required. Race coverage begins at 8pm. Newport Pizza is located at the corner of 6th and Monmouth Sts.

7/7 Stage 4 - Montpellier - Team Time Trial

7/10 Stage 10 - Limoges to Issoudun

7/21 Stage 16 - Martigny to Bourg - Saint - Mourice

7/25 Stage 20 - Montelimar to Mont Ventoux

The Party moves to Reser Bicycle Outfitters - Join us for the most exciting stage of Le Tour. 6-10pm

Independence Day

2009-07-02T11:31:00.000-07:00

Store Hours for Holiday Weekend

Friday, July 3rd Open 10-7
Saturday - July 4th Closed
Sunday - July 5th Closed
Monday - July 6th Open 10-7

Digging in the Dirt

2009-05-24T16:43:00.000-07:00

Devou Park Trail construction is well underway. If you'd like to be part of the fun and you happen to have a facebook account join the group for updates on trail days or check our calendar.

Bike Rides for Everyone

2009-05-23T03:43:00.000-07:00

Bike Month is winding up, but cycling season is just starting to roll. Catch up with any of the following sampling of organized rides for a good time.

Annual Rides:
Horsey Hundred, Georgetown - May 23 & 24th
Queen City Bike + Dine - here, June 6
River Rendezvous Ride, Ludlow - June 14th

Weekly Rides:
Fusion Cycling Network Training Rides
Monday No-Brainer Ride
Tuesday No-one Left Behind Ride
Thursday Mountain Bike Ride
Thursday Spin and Socialize Ride
Friday Mobo Slow Ride

Award for Devou Park Volunteers

2009-05-22T20:00:00.000-07:00

I have just been informed that CORA will be receiving a Resolution of Appreciation from the City of Covington on May 26th at 7pm during the monthly commissioners meeting. We will be receiving this high honor for our past, current, and future work on the Devou Back Country Trail System. KyMBA, UGive, Give Back Cincinnati, and Duke Energy will also be receiving this high honor for their respective rolls during this grand project. All the above organizations have collectively worked 2346.5 total hours to date.

A Resolution of Appreciation is an official acknowledgment that goes into the city records for all of eternity. An example of a Resolution of Appreciation is; an individual may retire from working for the city for lets say 25 years. When that individual retires after 25 years, the city acknowledges their appreciation for that individual and their service through this resolution. We have been working in the dirt for only seven months, therefore, this is a big deal!!

You may think "this just can't be so, I have to see this to believe this." The meeting is open to the public for anyone who may want to witness the official reading.

There will be celebratory beverages at a local establishment immediately following the reading.

Hope to see you there!!

Get Pedaling During Cincinnati Bike Month - Cincinnati breaking news, weather radar, traffic from 9News | Channel 9 WCPO.com

2009-05-01T19:22:00.001-07:00

Get Pedaling During Cincinnati Bike Month - Cincinnati breaking news, weather radar, traffic from 9News | Channel 9 WCPO.com

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Grand Opening

2009-04-22T11:45:00.000-07:00

You are invited to join us in celebration of our new location. The party will be held this Saturday from 4pm until 9pm. There will be something for everyone as we close off the street for some cycling games, a smokin hot Phil's Grill, a bicycle operated smoothy maker and some rockin soul tunes from DJ Chris Burgen.
While you are here be sure to check out the season's newest bicycles and gear from Orbea, BMC, Rocky Mountain, Yeti, Civia, Louis Garneau, Fox and Troy Lee.
The weather looks perfect and there will be plenty of bicycle parking, so ride your bike!
Thank you for helping us make the dream of a bigger and better shop a reality, hope to see you there!

Devou Park Back-Country Trail

2009-04-06T18:30:00.000-07:00

Construction has begun on the new back-country trails just outside downtown Cincinnati at Devou Park in Covington. The whole project has been accomplished with very little tax dollars and a lot of volunteer work from KyMBA, CORA, Give Back High and Give Back Cincinnati, as well as residents at large!

The first of several trail heads is at the old Ludlow City incinerator at the bottom of Sleepy Hollow Road. Volunteer days are weekly and can be found on our calendar.

So you want to be in the Opening Day Parade?

2009-04-05T19:16:00.000-07:00

Guess what - it's your lucky day! Show up at 10:30AM for the Queen City Bike/Bike PAC section and ride your bike in the parade.

Getting Settled...

2009-01-20T16:53:00.000-08:00

Settling in to the new location is much more work than we thought. We have been waiting and dreaming about our new shop for well over a year and now that it's here we still don't know where to put everything!

So for those of you who haven't been bored to tears with endless construction stories, you might like to know that we've moved one block north to our new location at 648 Monmouth. It's on the corner of Seventh and Monmouth Streets. The new shop is spacious, bright and warm and even has a service entrance for taking your bike inside when it's wet. (Or your dog!) Of course you are always welcome through the front door where you will find an enormous rack of shiny new bicycles and even more clothes and accessories than ever before.

Come in and check out the progress as we get everything put in it's place including the new 2009 products. There's the new Michelin ProRace3 tires with an amazing new color palette, as well as some awesome new super lightweight MTB tires from Schwalbe. Try out a new 2009 BMC Trailfox or Fourstroke featuring the new Deore XT or hit the asphalt on a BMC SLC01 or SLX01 with Campagnolo 11 speed. And while you're here, visit Fusion Studio upstairs offering all the classes and training you need to reach your new years goals.

Our new shop already feels like home and the best part about our new space is the potential. This year Reser Bicycle Outfitters promises to be stocked with the most exciting cycling equipment to get you to your destination with comfort and speed on the road or on the trail. Most importantly, along with all of the hot new cycling gear, our great new space will give us the opportunity to better serve you. Our customers can look forward to shorter turn around times on our already speedy repairs along with scheduled appointments so that you don't have to be without your bike for more than a day, more weekly rides, more classes including basic road riding and commuting skills, a more comprehensive bicycle fitting program and a full fledged e-newsletter that keeps you up to date on what's happening at Reser Bicycle Outfitters and in the cycling community. And don't forget about the springtime grand opening party!

We are proud of our new bicycle shop, or at least we will be when everything finds a home! But the reality is that none of this would have been possible without you. Thank you. Thank you to everyone who ever stopped in, bought a bike, joined us on a ride, shared a favorite route, compared battle scars, helped us through our construction, picked up a paint brush and helped us move. Thank you. We look forward to seeing you in our new home.

Change State Laws - Show up and Say "Bicycle" to the Senate

2009-01-19T12:00:00.000-08:00

STATE LEGISLATIVE CAUCUS MEETING FEBRUARY 7, 2009
Northern Kentucky Legislative Caucus

On February 7 2009, the Northern Kentucky Legislative Caucus will hold a public meeting at the Newport City Building located at 998 Monmouth St. The purpose of this meeting is to provide a forum for our constituents to offer input on issues during the 2009 Legislative Session of the General Assembly. The meeting will be held from 10:00 a.m. until noon. All persons attending and signing-in prior to start of the meeting will have a chance to be heard on a first-come, first-served basis.

Top Ten Christmas Gifts for Cyclists

2008-11-27T08:20:00.000-08:00

Gift Ideas for Cyclists

helmet - they should already have one, but a must if they don't
multi-tool/repair kit - for roadside fixes and quick adjustments
cycle computer / GPS - to keep a log of the miles
tire pump - bikes need pumps
indoor trainer or rollers - turn an outdoor bike into an indoor exerciser
cycling socks - they fit better in cycling shoes
winter or summer cycling gloves - for comfort
warm clothing - to keep riding in January and February-
headlight and taillight - safety first
Reser Bicycle Outfitters gift card - it's always good!

It's Moving Sale Time...

2008-11-27T06:07:00.000-08:00

Reser Bicycle Outfitters and crew are moving to 648 Monmouth Street in just two weeks! We could use your help clearing out some of our inventory. Our moving sale ends this Sunday so bring your out of town guests in for a visit and get in on some great moving sale deals.

As always all bicycles sold at Reser Bicycle Outfitters come with FREE Lifetime Tuning and Adjustments, Complimentary Fitting and Basic Bicycle Maintenance Class.

Ride and Relax with Fusion Studio and Reser Bicycle Outfitters

2008-10-09T18:46:00.000-07:00

Join us this Tuesday for our regular group road ride and be treated to post ride stretch led by Fusion Studios!
After the ride the party will move to York Street Cafe where you can enjoy an adult beverage, chair massage, assisted stretching and myofascial release demonstrations. The ride begins promptly at 5:45 pm.

Trail Building at AJ Jolly Park

2008-07-06T07:42:00.000-07:00

Hey all you hikers, trail runners and mountain bikers, A.J. Jolly Park in Campbell County has been opened to us for trail building! A small group of dedicated mountain bikers have been working tirelessly with county officials to open the way for a new trail system. The trails are currently planned to extend 10 + miles through beautiful park land. We are thrilled and appreciative for being granted access to this wonderful place. These trails will no doubt be enjoyed by nature lovers of all kinds.

After several months of meetings, planning and mapping the fun part has begun. It is time to build the trails! Please join us each Sunday morning through the end of August for some good old fashioned shovel slinging, tree trimming and clearing of weeds and downed trees. If you have never had the opportunity to join in some trail building this is a great place to start. This trail system from start to finish is dependent on volunteer efforts for completion. All trails are built to IMBA standards with attention paid to erosion concerns and sustainability issues. Experts in the field of trail building will be on hand to direct operations.

For more information about volunteer opportunities please call us here at Reser Bicycle Outfitters 859-261-6187. To receive an email bulletin for trail building events send your information and a request to be notified to jreser@reserbicycle.com.

Or, just show up...
Map

Sundays July 6 - August 31
Meet at Reser Bicycle Outfitters at 8am to carpool
Meet at A.J. Jolly at 8:45am

Wednesday Evenings (Call for dates 859-261-6187)
Meet at Reser Bicycle Outfitters at 6pm to carpool
Meet at A.J. Jolly at 6:45pm

May is National Bike Month!

2008-05-28T14:25:00.000-07:00

In case you haven't heard, May is National Bike Month. With all of the local attention that cycling has received it would be hard to miss! There have been several opportunities all month long to enjoy some cycling camaraderie including weekly classes at Findlay Market, the Tour de la Work Commuter Challenge and many fun bike rides.
If you are among the few that haven't had a chance to share in the fun don't worry there is still time! Join us for the Queen City Bike Cyclebration on May 31st at Lunken Airport.
The festivities will include a Kids Bicycle Rodeo, Bike Polo, a Slowest Bike Race, live music from the Seedy Seeds, food and fun! Be sure to get in on the raffle and join the ride to downtown following the planned Little Miami bike trail.
Queen City Bike Month stickers and t-shirts will also be on sale with all proceeds going to benefit the Ohio River Way to complete the trail from Lunken Airport to downtown Cincinnati.
The Queen City Bike Cyclebration begins at 10am and runs until 6pm. For more information visit Queencitybike.com.

Also, be sure to get your tickets for the first ever Queen City Bike and Dine on June 7th! Learn more at Queencitybike.com.

The Future of Reser Bicycle Outfitters

2008-05-15T07:45:00.001-07:00

Folks have been asking us about our new location, so I thought I'd give a picture of the current progress - doesn't look like much, but a few days ago there were five walls between where the picture was taken and the guys on the stairs in the back.

We're going to be as green as possible with the demolition debris - some of the wood will be reused and all the metal recycled. We even saved the old doors and frames as well as most of the light fixtures.

The building should be finished by this fall, and we can't wait. I'll be sure to give updates as it goes.

May is National Bike Month!

2008-04-21T06:29:00.001-07:00

Cities all around the nation will be taking the opportunity to celebrate cycling in the month of May. Reser Bicycle Outfitters has partnered with Cincinnati Bike/PAC, Bike Newport, Park+Vine, OKI, The Cincinnati Cycle Club and Mobo Bicycle Co-op to bring Bike Month to the Queen City.
Everyone is invited to come and join in the fun! Classes on bicycle safety, bicycle commuting, and bike maintenance will be available all month long. You can compete in the Tour De Work Commuter Challenge! And be sure to come out to Lunken Airport on May 31st for Queen City Bike Cyclebration. Several area businesses will be on hand to show their support for cycling by helping to raise funds for the Ohio River Way for the completion of the Little Miami Bike Trail. There will be exciting events for the whole family including a kids bicycle rodeo, helmet painting, slowest bike race, raffle, tire change race, new bike showcase, food and live music.
For a complete list of events visit queencitybike.com
See you in May!

Bike Newport is in the News!

2008-03-17T12:41:00.000-07:00

Bike Newport was formed as an advocacy group intent on raising Newport to the status of a "Bicycle Friendly City" as set forth by the League of American Bicyclists. Although the group has only been in existence for a short time great strides are being made to reach this designation. Bike racks will begin popping up all along Newport's main street and several Bike Month events have been planned to help create awareness for the need for other bicycle friendly improvements.
All of this activity is grabbing the attention of the local press as well. Check it out...

Newport group is taking it to the streets, on bicycles
Two-wheel group works with Newport officials
Bike Newport

Reser Bicycle Outfitters is Named Business of the Year!

2008-03-17T12:17:00.000-07:00

This year the Newport Business Association gave Reser Bicycle Outfitters it's Business of the Year Award. This is a great honor for us to be selected out of so many great businesses here in Newport. We are very proud to be a part of this long standing, supportive and progressive community. It gives us a warm fuzzy feeling to see more bicycles moving about in our city everyday. Thanks to our neighbors here on Monmouth Street and the surrounding community we are making our way to being rated as a Bicycle Friendly City.
We look forward to many more successful years in Newport!
Thank you again for your continued support!

National Bike Summit 2008

2008-03-07T14:30:00.000-08:00

This week was the National Bike Summit in Washington DC. It's where the cycling community can come together to learn how to get more people on bikes.

I attended and so did several others from the region, many of which I had collaborated with or typed-to before, but some I had never met face-to-face. There were several from Kentucky, but it was surprising that out of over 500 attendees, only 3 were from the Greater Cincinnati/Northern Kentucky area (Steve Magas, Ralph Mitchell and I)

What did we do? We listened to presentations on everything from making a Bike Friendly Community, Complete Streets Policy, and Safe Routes to School, to the National Parks Centennial Initiative and making off road trails part of the transportation system of a community.

There were some great speakers: Congressman Earl Blumenauer, Humana healthcare Chairman David Jones from Louisville, the Director of the National Park Service, and the Mayor of Washington DC. There were also "breakout" sessions with smaller presentations given by experts on many different issues in their respective fields.

With all of my new knowledge, I went up on the Capitol Hill and walked from office to office meeting with our congresspeople and their staffers with the others from Kentucky. It was great, they were all very kind and seemed to really get our message. In fact three Congresspeople agreed to join the Bike Caucus!

The biggest benefit was that we gave our Senators and Representatives a cure for some of our nation's biggest problems with a solution that reduces reliance on foreign oil, reduces air pollution and decreases road congestion all while promoting health and fitness which in turn reduces health care costs. We got a lot of support as livable communities with Bicycling and Pedestrian facilities are a win/win cause.

So now I'm fired up and ready to get some people riding bikes!

PS - You can add comments to anything written on our website- if it suits ya.

Mentor to Maysville and Schabobele Stage Race

2008-02-07T19:44:00.000-08:00

Kentucky's best stage road race is coming up February 16th and 17th. There have been a lot of racers and first-timers stopping by the shop to get ready, so the excitement is definitely growing. Make sure to get some lightweight wheels to tame the climbs on Schabobele, which is likely where the whole weekend will be decided!

Kentucky Embraces Mountain Biking

2008-02-07T19:38:00.000-08:00

Even though mountain biking started just over 25 years ago, it has already had a big influence on the state. Our state has chosen to promote the sport and even has provided an Unbridled Adventuretrailfinder. Which is good because mountain bikes still don't need bridles. Beware, it still needs refinement but it shows how many opportunities we have for some good biking. I think Kentucky is one of the nicest natural places on earth, and mountain biking is so low impact on the environment, it will keep the parks clean and usable for the future.

Urban Cycle Polo

2008-01-28T20:14:00.001-08:00

Possibly the best sport ever! There is a group that plays in Over the Rhine. I played with them last Saturday from about 5:00 to 7:30 in the basketball court on Cogswell and 12th streets (behind Kaldis). There is an article about Urban Cycle Polo on Wikipedia. I played on my Black Market Mob mountain bike, though about half were on fixies and then there was just about every type of bike too. Update: The schedule is every Saturday at 5:00pm at the corner of Cogswell and 12th Street in downtown Cincinnati.
-Jason

Reser Bicycle Winterish Hours

2008-01-11T08:18:00.000-08:00

FYI - We will be closed on Sundays until the time change in March. We're still open 50 hours a week for your bicycle needs and desires. It's a little known secret that any repairs get turned around extremely quick during these months, especially overhauls, so come on down!

Route 8 Under Siege!

2008-01-10T20:57:00.000-08:00

A very important meeting about the I-471 / Route 8 interchange will be taking part on Wednesday, January 16th.

This is a multi-million dollar redesign of the entire area around 471, from exit 3 to the river and including from the end of the Purple People Bridge into Bellevue. Route 8 sucks as it is, and it is proposed at this time that Route 8 will become practically impossible to ride by bicycle as they are looking to turn it into something that resembles an interstate onramp with designs that totally ignore bicycles. The other safe haven for bicycles, Sixth Street, will be changed likewise making it almost impossible to ride east out of Newport.

It may not be too late to have them make world class bicycle facilities if enough people show up are vocal for bicycle facilities. The meeting is at Newport High School, 900 East Sixth St, Newport, KY. Please Please make time to come and let your voice be heard - just a few minutes of time talking to decision-makers and filling out a survey can make a huge difference!

Thank You!
Jason

Newport Bicycle Advisory Group

2008-01-04T15:59:00.000-08:00

Yep I'm at it again - we're creating a local committee that will meet at the library to get Newport to a Bronze Level Bicycle Friendly community. It should be fun and will include creating hike/bike/road/off-road as well as events and education for local schools and the community at large. Give me a call at the bike shop or email if you're interested.

World Bicycle Relief

2008-01-01T09:06:00.000-08:00

World Bicycle Relief was founded three years ago by SRAM Corporation to provide simple, sustainable transportation to people in developing nations. Too often, mobility needs are overlooked in disaster assistance and poverty relief situations. Starting with 24,000 bicycles manufactured and delivered in Sri Lanka in response to the Tsunami, World Bicycle Relief seeks to address this by helping those who need it most.

By this May, World Bicycle Relief will provide 23,000 bicycles to volunteer, community-based HIV/AIDS caregivers, disease prevention educators and vulnerable households in the African nation of Zambia. Meeting this goal requires raising $2.9 million. Just $109 purchases a complete bicycle, spare parts, and support, and any donation amount helps provide the power of bicycles. Instructions for contribution by credit card, check or wire transfer are available at www.worldbicyclerelief.org.

Trail Advocacy

2007-11-29T10:42:00.000-08:00

Just thought that I would put a word in on the work that the folks at Reser's are doing in the realm of Trail Advocacy.

I have been working with Jason and the Northern Kentucky Chapter of KyMBA for over a year making in-roads with the Campbell County, Boone County, and Covington city parksd epartments for the installation of new multi-use trails in a number of local parks. What this means is, new mountain bike trails for us all to enjoy. We have been successful in getting permission for new trail systems in A.J. Jolly Park outside of Alexandria and a new park under construction in rural Boone County. Additionally, a recent public meeting was held for the new Master Plan for the Devou Park in Covington, and the presentation used agreat deal of the information and ideas that we presented to the planners in a presentation we provided nearly a year ago. So, things are looking good for future trails in Devou Park.

In short, I suppose that I am trying to say is that Reser's not only provides you with rides, but they also are working hard to make sure that you have a place to enjoy you new bike. So your dollars not only buy you a nice rig, but get you some public service and advocacy as nice fringe benefits.

'08 Yeti Bikes Have Arrived!

2007-11-09T15:36:00.000-08:00

That's right, the newly redesigned Yeti mountain bikes have started arriving at Reser Bicycle Outfitters. The new 575 features a hyperformed tubing (not hydroformed). This eliminates some welds, increases strength, decreases weight and most importantly, it looks wicked. Oh yeah, they have more sizes available this year too.

BMC donates $10 from each bike to IMBA

2007-11-05T10:10:00.000-08:00

The US Distributor for BMC bicycles has announced that it will give $10 to IMBA for each bicycle or frame sold. Hooray! The International Mountain Biking Association (IMBA) has been an important part of the changing landscape of mountain biking, advocating trail access as well as teaching techniques for sustainable trail construction. The techniques taught by IMBA have helped out in the recent routings of virtually every local trail, as well as access to new trails like AJ Jolly, England Idlewild and Hamilton County Parks.

Tank Bike & Ride

2007-09-07T10:35:00.000-07:00

All TANK buses are now equipped with bike racks for easy on-easy off bike loading. TANK's Bike & Ride program offers you another way to get around Northern Kentucky while getting some exercise and saving on high gas prices. Bike & Ride allows you to combine bike and bus travel offering more travel options. Just load your bike on the racks provided and you're all set to go.

For those wanting to take a mountain bike adventure without the vehicle, TANK is a great option. From Ohio you can even ride a METRO bus to downtown to pick up the TANK.

The Route Map shows that the 29-Express (Schedule out to EI, in to Cincinnati) will take you to within 2 miles of the England-Idlewild Trails. Bus routes 11 and 16 takes you right to Tower Park, and 26-Express takes you to Race Track Road, just a mile from the AJ Jolly Trails.