Spin Classes Start on November 2, 2010

WHEN:  Tuesdays and Thursdays at 6:00 PM through March 10^th

WHERE:  Bicycles Unlimited training room

REQUIREMENTS:  Bring your bike and your stationary trainer

SUGGESTED: (For maximum results) You should wear summer weight cycling clothing, bring a towel and plenty of water, have completed a recent Anaerobic Threshold Test, and wear your Heart Rate Monitor!

COST:  $100 for the entire season, $30 per month, or $10 per session

SIGN UP: Come sign up now at Bicycles Unlimited

***This is strenuous exercise.  You should always consult your doctor before starting any rigorous exercise program.

Wonderful Autumn Riding! Come out to Hike & Bike

The Southern Conservation Trust is hosting a Hike & Bike here in Peachtree City, this coming Sunday, October 3, 2010.  For more information, please go to their website, at https://www.sctlandtrust.org/

If you need service to get your bike ready for this event, come in and see us.  We can help you get your "ride" running right!  Do come in soon, and avoid the rush.

To all going to the Augusta 70.3 ~ BEST OF LUCK!

There are a lot of you going down to Augusta this weekend.  Half IronMan!  Wow!  May the day be pleasant and cool.  May the waters be calm.  May your bike glide.  May the roads be smooth.  May the hills be short.  May your feet have wings.  May your day be one of grace!

Seasonal Ride Changes

It's that time again.  The light is shifting, and the seasons are advancing.  We have to start making changes to our weekly riding schedule.

This week's Novice Road Ride will be the last one for the regular Summer Schedule Format.  The ride will go out at 6:00 PM as usual, on Thrusday 16 September.

Next Week:  Nights Under Lights!  This is a new one.  We'll use the Novice Road Ride course and general format.  The big difference is that there will be a "Lights and Reflectors Requirement."  If you wish to come out with us, you must have good head and tail lights, reflective vest or sash, and reflective ankle bands.  Honest, folks, even if you can finish before you lose the light, it would only take a small event to put you in the dark on your return.  Safety First!  Besides, night group rides are FUN!

Wednesday Night Path Ride:  This one is about to change too!  Lights will be required after September 15.

Let's all great the season, get those lights out and working.

If you don't have lights, or are uncertain about their suitability, please come and chat with us in the shop.

Looking for a Fun Ride? Check us out!

We lead and promote all kinds of rides.  A great one for beginners, or for recreational cyclists is on Saturdays at 9:30 A.M.  All we need is you, your bike, and your helmet.  You will be out on the paths here in town, for about an hour, at an easy pace.  No one is left behind.  This one is about having fun!

Good luck and Godspeed to all the Erin's Fight Riders!

A large contingent of local riders are converging on Pine Mountain this weekend.  They are riding in the Cox Atlanta Bike MS event.  The purpose of the event is to raise funding for research and treatment of Multiple Sclerosis.  We here at Bicycles Unlimited are Proud of this group of wonderful cyclists!

Have you noticed? It's getting dark earlier.

Don't want to let a little thing like lack of daylight spoil your cycling fun?  Come in and chat with us about lighting options.  Remember, we go back to Standard Time on Sunday, November 7th.

There are new 2011 Giant bikes in the store

Please come in and test ride the new lineup.  Looking for something special, we can help you find it.

CONGRATULATIONS STEPHANIE!!!!!

!!!!!  Our own Stephanie Roop covered herself with glory this past Sunday.  She competed in the Callaway Gardens Triathlon, finishing first in her age group, and 56^th in a field of 440 competitors, with a seriously respectable time of 1:50:36.  Way to go Stephanie!

Racing this weekend? Have a GREAT ONE!

Race smart.  Be safe.  And most of all...


Have FUN out there!!


And please, do come see us and tell us all about it.

Triathletes ~ Are you going for a PR?

Remember to inflate your tires on Friday night.

Assemble your "race kit" today!  And then do not change it!


Think about nutrition and hydration.  Come see us for what you need.

Triathletes ~ Are you going to put a wet bottom on a bike saddle?

Think about shorts lubricants that won't wash off.  We have them.  We have a few pairs of Tri-shorts left too.

We are also knowledgeable about runner's issues, and race nutrition.

Don't delay, come in today!

-3 days until Sprint Triathlon Our Best Advice

1. If you haven't done it yet, get your bike checked over.
2. Stop Training NOW!
3. Concentrate on rest and relaxation until race time.
4. Start working on hydration now.
5. Come in and see us for more good advice and the best Tri gear around.

It's TRI Time!! Act NOW!

If you need bike work done before this weekend's Peachtree City Sprint Triathlon, come in right away!!  Time is very short, but we can still manage to get most repairs done in a timely fashion.


For your other Tri needs:  We have the gear you might be looking for at the last minute...

• Number Belts
• Googles
• Swim caps
• Shoe laces
• Lots of nutritional products
• Advice

Don't postpone your success.  Race day should be a fun day.  Come see us right away.

Congratulations & Thank You

The 2010 edition of the Tour of Faith is now in the books.

To all you who rode, thank you!  You are amazing.

To all who worked to make this ride a reality, thank you!  You are wonderful.

May the road always rise to meet us, and may the good Lord continue to sustain us and lift us up.

Amen.

Busy, Busy, Busy! Tour of Faith on Saturday!

We're scurrying around, getting ready for the annual Tour of Faith Ride, and the Tri-PTC Sprint Tri is coming up in less than two weeks.  Things are humming along.  It's exciting.

The reports of my death were an exaggeration.

We are open and doing business, ready and willing to serve, and happy to be here.  Just like Mark Twain, rumors of our ending are unconfirmed, and we haven't noticed that we aren't here.  Come on in and see for yourself.

I thought of it while I was riding my bicycle...

That is a quote from Albert Einstein, in reference to his Theory of Relativity.  What great thoughts will you have while riding your bike?

You never have the wind with you - either it is against you or you're having a good day.  ~Daniel Behrman, The Man Who Loved Bicycles

All bicycles weigh fifty pounds.  A thirty-pound bicycle needs a twenty-pound lock.  A forty-pound bicycle needs a ten-pound lock.  A fifty-pound bicycle doesn't need a lock.  ~Author Unknown

It can be scientifically demonstrated that, when riding a bicycle around a closed course, it is uphill and against the wind, all the way 'round, and in both directions.  Finnegan O'Toole

Do you have your bike for the Triathlon?

It happens.  You've done a triathlon or two.  You'd like a better bike for the next event.  The choices are daunting.  New?  Used?  Road or TT specific?  What do you need, and how much will it cost?

Come see us!  Tri spoken here.

It's Century Time!!

Looking for a great ride, with a great cause behind it?  Come ride the 11th annual Tour of Faith, on August 14, 2010.

There's lots to do and lots of opportunities for fun.  There will be 10, 30, 40, 65, and 100 mile options.  We'll have a waterslide, food vendors, and a silent auction.

Proceeds will benefit Wellspring Living.

Register at http://www.active.com/.

Bicycles Unlimited

We apologize! Our e-mail "Shop For Sale" had some unintended consequences. We had no intention of causing activity or deep concern. We simply did not realize how much impact the last line of that e-mail would have.

Quite simply, poor choice of words. We have far too many ethical, not to mention legal obligations to the community, customers, co-workers, landlord and suppliers to simply lock the doors.



The closing statement should have read something more along the lines of "We (the Anderson family) will be closing a chapter of support in daily functions of Bicycles Unlimited".



Many questions and concerns came our way since our initial communication. "Where are you going?", "Are you moving?", "Where do we go for our bike stuff?", "Who is going to take care of me?", "What happens with my warranties/guarantees?", "Is Tour Of Faith still on?" and more.



We are not clairvoyant but here is what we can tell you. Mark and Holly are NOT moving. We WILL continue to support and grow cycling in this community and Georgia. Bicycles Unlimited (hopefully) will continue as it has for 14+ years. It is too much a part of this community to simply disappear. Warranties/product guarantees can be supported as well. Tour of Faith WILL be supported and promoted by at least the Anderson family to support Bicycles Unlimited and benefits to be decided.



While there are many questions to be asked and answered regarding the future, we are NOT simply locking the doors and running away. That is not our style. We love you all too much for that. Mark will simply not be running daily operations. Until we find an appropriate resolution for this, we will still be active in the business.



I am sorry for the panic caused by this statement. It's a big step for us and while we proofread the letter, we did not intend the final statement to sound is it did.



Thank you all for your patience, understanding and support as we transition (as smoothly as possible) to the next phase of our lives. We look forward to seeing you as we make the most graceful, careful and thoughtful conclusion to our involvement with the ongoing entity Bicycles Unlimited.



Go ride a bike!!!

SPRING!!!!!

The weather is (finally) delightful!  Come out and join us for a leisurely ride on the paths tomorrow morning.  We leave at 9:30 sharp.  We'll be out about an hour and a half.  No one is left behind.

We won't go if it rains, and helmets are required.  It's entirely a fun ride, and we do it Every Saturday!

For that matter, check our website for information on all our weekly rides.

COOL "OLD" BIKES

Yea folks, we had a nice couple come in with 3 of the coolest older Schwinns (the real kind) yesterday that you may want to stop in and see.  You don't see bikes like this much any more.

Art for the Heart Mural Contest

Our local elementary schools are entered in a contest.  Students from each school have worked to create murals depicting the Heart of Peachtree City.

The murals are hanging in the windows of the former Kroger store in Peachtree Crossing.  This is at the intersection of GA-Hwy 54 and Peachtree Parkway.

Come in to see us, pick up a ballot, and vote for your favorite.

The winning school will recieve a donation of $250 to the school's art program.

Voting ends on Saturday, March 27, 2010.

How Efficient is the Bicycle??

How many ways can we save money by using our bikes?  How many ways can we enhance the environment (physical and emotional) through cycling?  We'll begin answering these questions on our BLOG.  Here's one:
http://www.howstuffworks.com/question527.htm
Simply put, ride a bike--IT'S BETTER!
Saves gas, feels better, improves health, enhances relationships.

Spring Arriving!!!

Hopefully ALL were able to get out this past weekend!  As I was around town, I saw TONS of cyclists, families, friends etc. enjoying a Pre-Spring day.
One plea from me:  As you are out there, enjoying your two wheeled time, HELP A FELLOW CYCLIST.
Take time to see if folks need to raise their saddle, pump up tires, straighten handlebar, etc etc.
Many LOVE to ride bikes, but don't get to as often as we do.  When they DO take time to ride, their bikes have been sitting/jostling around the garage for FAR TOO LONG.  Help them enjoy the ride, they'll come back more often.

GOAL? Every American on a bike, 3 times per week.
You were helped at some point in your journey, Pay It Forward.

Erins Fight Kickoff Reception

Join a great bunch of folks and ride with a purpose!  Come find out more.

We're hosting a season kickoff reception for the Erins Fight Team.

• Date: is Friday, Feb. 19.  
• Time: 6:00 PM.  
• Location:   Bicycles Unlimited 100 N Peachtree Pkwy, Peachtree City, Ga.  30269
• Dress:  Casual

Erins Fight is an MS fundraising organization, and a great group of folks.  To learn more about them go to
www.erinsfight.org  We hope to see you there!

Looking For a Ride?

We do a lot of them.

Spin Classes: on Tuesday and Thursday at 5:30 and 7:00 PM.
Bring your bike and your stationary trainer.
Cost is $30.00 per month.

Path Ride:  Wednesday at 7:00 PM.
Easy pace.  Approximately 10 to 15 miles.  No one left behind.
Lights & helmets required.
No ride if raining.
Starts in front of Bicycles Unlimited, 100 N. Peachtree Parkway, Peachtree City.

Novice Road Ride:  This Sunday, at 2:00 PM.  (Ride Starts promptly)
23.5 Miles.
No Drop Policy.
Mostly low traffic roads.  No dirt roads.
Starts in front of Bicycles Unlimited, 100 N. Peachtree Parkway, Peachtree City.

Come out and join us.  It's fun!

Save the Date! Feb 19, 2010, 6:00 PM

PEACHTREE CITY, GA – Local cycling team Erin’s Fight will hold a reception on Friday, February 19 at 6 p.m. to open its 2010 Bike MS campaign. The event will be hosted by Bicycles Unlimited in the Peachtree Crossing shopping center at 100 N. Peachtree Parkway. Team captain Jack Hawkins invites all who are interested in learning about local fundraising activities and the mission of Erin’s Fight to this reception.  For more information, please visit www.erinsfight.org

Come and join a great group of folks.  This should be a fun evening!

What if it rains on Saturday?

Rainy day blues?  Come on down to the shop anyway! We have lots of ways to handle a rainy day.

You can ride inside! That’s right. We have a training room. You could bring your stationary trainer and catch a ride indoors. (We can rent you a trainer if you don’t have one.)

How about riding the Computrainer? This is a computer driven training tool.  The computer adjusts your load to simulate real world conditions.  You are cued with a very realistic video display, and you ride pre-loaded courses.  A wealth of data is displayed, including power, speed, cadence, climb grade, and heart rate data.

For $30 per hour, we can set your bike up on the Computrainer system. You can choose from a wide variety of courses, such as Assualt on Mt Mitchell, IronMan Coeur d”Alene, IronMan Kona, or Tour de France stages, and many more.  A great workout is assured.

Ever wanted to learn to ride rollers? They provide an outstanding workout, and will smooth your technique wonderfully. Give us a call. A one hour lesson, for $75 is all you need to acquire this skill.

Or just come in and say, “Hi!” We’d love to see you, rain or shine.

GROUND HOG .....I WISH HE WOULD HAVE JUST STAYED IN BED!

I'm sure you've heard by now that Punxsutawney Phil saw his shadow today telling us there are six more weeks of winter.  Haven't we had enough?  I think so!  Knowing this we know how eager everybody will be when the warm days come to hop on their bikes and get outisde and ride.  So, be ready......bring your bike(s) in to Bicycles Unlimited NOW for your annual tune-up.  And, when you do, mention this blog and receive 20% off all labor charges on any labor completed before February 28th.

Meanwhile Bicycles Unlimited is still doing spin classes on Tuesday and Thursday evenings.  Check out the detail by clicking on Rides and Events.

Yes! We are riding TONIGHT.

That's Wednesday, January 27, 2010.  Starting from Bicycles Unlimited, at 7:00 PM (sharp).


Charge your lights and lay out your chilly weather clothing.  Come on out and join us.  We'll be riding the Peachtree City paths for about an hour.  These are fun rides, and we don't leave anyone behind.
 
Helmets and lights are absolutely required for these night time rides.  It is dark out on the trails at night, but the traffic is very light, and the fun factor is really high.
 
See you there.

It's a Sunny Day!

We hope you are out and enjoying the sunshine.  Stop by and tell us about your ride!  We enjoy seeing you all.  We like to see and hear what you are doing on your bikes.  We are especially proud of you Winter riders.

So do come in and tell us about it.

Avoid the Rush, Get your Bike Tuned Now

Here are just a few reasons to bring your bike in for service now.

• It’s a slower time for our service department, so there’s less waiting.
• Our technicians can inspect your bicycle and help you plan for repairs and upgrades.
• Nicer weather is coming, and you will be ready for it.
• We have more time to discuss options and plans with you.
• You can easily do without your bike for a few days now, when the weather is nasty.
• It’s less than two months to the start of “Century Season.”
• We are always happy to see you!

Our goal is to make your bike efficient and safe, and to do it in a timely and cost effective fashion.  We appreciate your business.

Mark Your Calendars

Annual Tour of Faith Century is Saturday, August 14.  There will be four different distance options, 30, 45, 65, and 100 miles. Lots of fun!!

You can expect:

• Gentle roads
• Low traffic
• Great SAG stops
• Good support
• Happy surprises
• Warm Weather
• Lots of fun!

Keep watching for more information, but save this date now.  You will not want to miss it!

Happy Friday!

The weather!  Looks like tomorrow will be fairly nice.  Go out and ride if you have the chance!

We're Getting Technical!!

Hello folks.  We're in the process of doing some neat stuff with our information technology.  Keep watching and keep riding!

POST ONE

Hello and welcome to our introductory blog post.  Here's a neat surprise.  We're having a sale at the shop.  It's a one day sale, on January 16, 2010.  For that one day only, everything in the store is reduced 20%.  To take advantage of the offer, you must go to our website  (link at right), and download the coupon.  Come on in and save!