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NYC cycling news

Three cheers for Cuomo.

We are swooning to hear the governor expressing a vision of a better NY – and the resources to build it. “We are modernizing New York State’s transportation system while making it safer. … We will continue to upgrade New … Continue reading

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The one where Hal’s pants catch on fire

Bicycling Magazine stopped by to chat with our in-house expert, Hal Ruzal. Hal took up a hacksaw, bolt cutters and some power tools to demonstrate how locks get cut. In the process, he set his pants on fire. All in … Continue reading

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ARTCRANK is tonight: Bikes, art + beer!

It’s here! The bike-inspired art show, ARTCRANK, returns to NYC to feature local artists, Widmer Bros brewing and contests. It’s a celebration of art, bikes and the NYC community! Opening night is tonight, 6pm-11pm. Exhibit is also open Friday, noon-8pm. … Continue reading

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Saturday: Trek 2014

We just got back from Trek World, the 2014 Trek Bikes show, and brought the best of the show back with us for you to see exclusively at Summer Streets. The all new Steel District is stunning. A great and … Continue reading

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Summer Streets: Why We Sponsor

In 2008, I agreed to sponsor the first ever NYC Summer Streets. Organized by the NYC DOT, the program was going to shut down Lafayette and Park Avenues for several miles, for several hours. I like bold moves in the … Continue reading

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Meet the 2014 Langster

We’re pretty smitten with the new 2014 Langster from Specialized. Just recently arriving in our stores, the bike is both sleek and fast. The Langster Street model is an a clean alloy frame and finish, with fixed or freewheel option. … Continue reading

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Win a custom road bike

Choose your colors, choose your frame, choose your style. Enter to win a chance to win a custom road bike from Trek!  

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A visit from CNBC

Our own Dave Vollbach was interviewed yesterday when CNBC stopped by our SoHo shop to talk more about the latest in road bikes. Nice work, Dave!

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Apparel for the city

New arrivals to our Chelsea store: To help you be dressed for city cycling, adding to our Levi’s collection, we just got new gear from Chrome. Ride early and often.

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Strong Legs Series: Stephanie Kaplan

Through June, we are featuring our cycling athletes in our “strong legs” series. This week, meet Stephanie Kaplan, New Yorker, bike commuter, racer on Asphalt Green cycling team, and one of five women selected nationally for the Specialized women’s cycling … Continue reading

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