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  • August 05, 2014

    This week's rides

    We've been quite lucky with weather thus far -- Sundays have been by and large sunny!
    But after last Sunday's rain, we realized we should clarify: rain the morning of the ride cancels the ride. That said, if it's just drizzling/looks like it might clear up, come on out! In these cases we may revise the route (i.e. do laps in Prospect Park instead of going up to River Road), but we will ride!
    Upcoming rides:
    • One of our customers, Guy, has organized a ride to Nyack happening this Saturday. Departure at 7:15 AM from DUMBO or 8 AM from Fairway on the Upper West Side. If you'd like to join, please reply to this thread.
    • Our women's ride is this (and every) Thursday, meet at 8:30 PM at Grand Army Plaza.
    • Sunday morning shop ride to River Road, meet at 7:15 AM at the shop.
    • We're planning a special ride for Saturday, August 30th, to support the Afghan Women's National Cycling Team. Stay tuned for details.
    Got any fun rides planned? We encourage you to share them.

    Looking for rides? Bikenyc is a great resource.
  • August 02, 2014

    Ride with Redbeard!

    Ride with Redbeard tomorrow! Before the summer runs out! 

    Meet us at the shop at 7:15 AM for a 7:30 AM departure. Riders of all levels welcome!

    We will ride up the West Side, over the George Washington Bridge and up River Road. We plan to be back at the shop at 11 AM. Those who wish to continue riding, can do so, of course!
  • July 21, 2014

    Ladies' Night Rides Are Back!

    We're bringing back the Ladies' Night Rides! Because nothing is lovelier than sweating out the work week frustrations in the breeze of Prospect Park.

    This is a great chance to meet other women who love to ride bikes!

    What:     3-5 laps in Prospect Park (10-15 miles). First lap will be warm-up, then we'll pick up the pace & get a nice workout. 

    When: Thursday nights @ 8:30 PM
    (only heavy rain cancels)

    Where: Meet at Grand Army Plaza at the top of Prospect Park.
    (look for Kasia in a black & red Redbeard jersey on the Plaza at the entrance to the Park)

    What to bring: front & rear bike lights, water, and all your energy! 

    Questions? Email me, kasia@redbeardbikes.com, or drop by the shop!

     

  • June 23, 2014

    Over the river & through the woods

    Confession: yesterday I rode over the George Washington Bridge, and up River Road, for the first time ever! And I didn't want to come home. It's so beautiful out there: trees, birds, the river. And hills. Yes. But for every uphill that burned, there was a soaring downhill: a balm to the legs.

    I've been hearing about the magical River Road for years, but I've been stuck in a loop, commuting, and doing laps in Prospect Park. Yesterday, I finally broke out of my regular orbit -- and so can you!

    Because every Sunday morning, Redbeard Bikes leads a shop ride up the West Side Highway, over the GW Bridge, and up River Road or 9W.

    This is a no-drop ride, which means we'll go at the pace of our slowest rider. We'll set the pace and distance based on who shows up, and we'll check in with each other along the way to see how people are doing.

    Every Sunday. Meet at Redbeard Bikes at 7:15 AM, depart at 7:30 AM.

    Tomorrow on the blog: a Q-and-A about what to wear and what to bring. Stay tuned.

    Questions? Ideas? Email me at kasia@redbeardbikes.com, or send a message on Facebook.

  • June 06, 2014

    Redbeard Bikes shop ride

    Ride with us this Sunday, 6/8!
    Redbeard Bikes 9W shop ride meets at the shop at 7:15 AM. We leave at 7:30 AM sharp. 

    Our route: Brooklyn Bridge, West Side greenway, GW Bridge, 9W.
    This is a no-drop ride, and we're happy to point out convenient spots for people to turn around. 

    Bonus points if you wear a Redbeard jersey!
  • April 12, 2014

    Bicycle Expos!

    Check out Redbeard Bikes at two fun expos in New York City in May!

    NYC BIKE EXPO is May 16-17 at the Lexington Armory in midtown, leading up to the Gran Fondo. We will be showing Lynskey & Parlee bicycles!  

    Bike New York Expo is May 2-3 at Basketball City, Pier 36. We will be showing Brompton folding bicycles to all you brave souls riding the TD 5 Boro Bike Tour!

    Both expos are open to the public.
    See you there!
      
  • March 26, 2014

    Parlee Demo Day! April 19th

    Dreaming of a Parlee?Wondering what it's like to pilot a sweet carbon bike?

    Redbeard Bikes invites you to our Parlee Demo Day on Saturday April 19th at 69 Jay Street in DUMBO, Brooklyn.

    The fleet includes the all new ESX, the Z5i, TTiR, and Z2.

    Please email redbeard@redbeardbikes.com or call (718) 858-2453 to reserve a spot.

  • February 16, 2014

    Closed 2/17 - 2/19

    Redbeard Bikes will be closed Monday, 2/17, through Wednesday, 2/19.

    We'll be in back in full force on Thursday, 2/20, in time for a high-40s weekend!

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