Canning Bridge Cycles Blog 2011
Ok Ok I know it’s been too long since my last blog. There are no excuses, only reasons. We have been a little bit busy since the last blog, so here is what we have been up to. Firstly, we have moved shops, only a couple of doors down, but still a huge effort. The planning and effort that goes into moving a shop would be akin to moving house twice, but in one day. A huge shout out to all the people who helped, it was much appreciated. You soon realise how much stuff you build up once you have to move it. It should be pointed out that the address remains the same and parking is in the same car park. We are just closer to the cafe. The new shop is a little bit smaller but a nice space, but most importantly, it is air conditioned. So no more smelly, sweaty shop staff. Another thing that took a lot of effort, was shop shirts, yes we now have our very own Canning Bridge Cycles shirts. They look great, even if we do say so ourselves. On to other huge news for the shop. We have become a Bianchi dealer. These bikes are for the discerning rider who has tried the other stuff and wants something that really rides great. Pricing may surprise you as road bikes start from about $1300 and mountain bikes from about$900. My new frame arrived a couple of weeks ago It’s a Sempre in red white and black, built up with SRam ltd Red group some 3t bits and SRam wheels. This thing rides like nothing else I have ever ridden and I have ridden plenty of bikes. This season they have diversified their colour choice quite a lot so while you can still buy the traditional celeste(greeny bluey)colour, there is in most cases an alternate colour. The comments so far are split about half and half between tradition and iumcontemporary. So if you haven’t been in for a while come on down and have look. Oh, PS medium pace shop rides are now happening sat Morn at 6am, it’s still 45km but at about 27-30kph average speed. Anyone with a safe bike and a good attitude is welcome. Also Tuesday and Thursday medium pace can happen if anyone wants to. Happy New Year from all of us here at Canning Bridge Cycles!
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Blog by Ross – 19th May 2010
Hi again blog 2 already I can’t believe how fast the time is going. So much to do and so little time to do it.
The shop cyclosportif team is about to fire up this weekend for its first time. The is listed as canning bridge cycles, and its name is Team LOFT. LOFT stands for Lack Of —- Talent. This perfectly describes the way I ride and most of the guys as well.
The shop ride has been running along nicely, with good turn outs, despite the appallingly cold weather. Its been so cold that one of the boys who originates from colder climes has been seen wearing more layers than anyone else. I can’t mention Cam’s name for fear of upsetting him so I won’t. Also I would like to point out to some in the group that while it is heartwarming and extremely caring for the boys to keep an eye out for the rest of the group, it is rather taking it to far to not look at where you are going and crash into a curb. Also it would be appropriate in future fellas to at least wait until aforementioned victim, has gotten off the ground before telling them how embarrassing that must feel.
On the shop front we have just received stocks of Limar Ultralight pro 104 Helmets, at a drastically reduced price. These were $249.95 and are now$185.00 Also I still have a hand full of Turbo trainers left at 20% off RRP. Winter gloves from Bravit and booties from Serfas and lots of other winter accessories have just arrived in store. I still have Apollo Summit Mountain bikes at good savings so grab one now for the kids or even your self. RRP$499- Web Special$374-
Blog by Ross 15th June 2010
A late blog is better than no blog at all. At least that’s my story ,and I’m sticking to it. We have been flat out trying to keep up with all the going’s on around here, like staff leaving and the hunt beginning for new one’s. The first of the 2011 Giant-recreational range has made it in with some of the flat bars arriving, and don’t they look stunning. A brand new frame with lots of fluid forming,rides much stiffer than last years model. There is also a name change for this year with the former CRX now being called the Cross City. I don’t know what makes a city angry, but that’s just me.
The shop cyclo sportif team went amazingly well with a 11th placing out of 66 teams. It was a shame that someone who shall remain nameless can’t ride hills properly. If he didn’t own the shop we would kick him out of the team. In my defense though I was being constantly harassed by members of the team about shop shirts and when they might arrive. I would like to commend the boys for not nagging me and only constantly reminding instead. Also a shout out to Collin who managed to eat his way through an entire buffet table on his own.
Stock take has come around again and we have gone live with our point of sale computer system. So when you come into the store I will be the grumpy guy yelling at the stupid *&&%$#$@$$% computer. However in counting everything in the shop we have found some hidden gems, like computers and lights ETC. which we are now selling at 50%off our normal price. There is quite a bit of stock, some really good quality gear that for one reason or another needs to go. Don’t forget the clothing too.
One final note for this blog is that I am trying to find a new mechanic. They must be fully shop experienced and able to sell bikes. Anyone fitting this bill is urged to call for a confidential chat. Also check the specials page for some fantastically cheap stuff.
