We like you, do you like us? We've got new goodies for the fans. We're fully stocked on Cambridge Bicycle caps in a new colorway - by local designer Beverly Hsu and made by Walz Caps in California. The caps look great on the Cinelli Gazetta Della Strada above, but we think they'd look even better on you. For your hydration needs we have new Purist bottles with our classic 2010 logo on it. Quality bottles with a quality brand! We recently re-upped American Apparel shirts with the same logo on...
Our brand new clothing display is brimming with winter and spring apparel. We have options for women and men by Endura including waterproof hardshells, socks and gloves, helmet liners, and their BaaBaa merino wool baselayers. Also in are knee and arm warmers, overshoes, padded casual shorts, and much, much more. Between our wide selection of clothes and our overhauled and reopened changing room, we're more stocked than ever to help you get comfortable on your bike.
Bike locks are a love/hate relationship. We love them because they keep our bikes from being stolen, but we hate them because usually the stronger they are, the more they weigh. Kryptonite just solved this dilemma with their new Evolution Lite Mini-6 - a strong lock that's easy to carry. Compared to the classic Evolution Mini, the Mini Lite promises the same security while shaving half a pound. At just 1.65 pounds, it's easier to carry than most other u-locks without compromising your bike's...
Our shop shirts are printed locally on American Apparel 2001 stock. Available in white on black in sizes small and up, and in ladies' cut as well, just $15 each.
Winter is coming, and we have what you need for gear. We just received a sizable shipment from Gore Bike Wear. Back in stock are gloves, jackets, waterproof socks, and headgear that will keep you warm through the worst of it. Here's a quick rundown: The jackets we have are Path Gore-Tex in a men's cut ($199), and Oxygen Gore-Tex Active in a ladies' cut ($230). Both are made with Gore-Tex, meaning they're waterproof, breathable, and incredibly durable (and stain resistant!). These are perfect...
Last week we profiled the 2013 Handsome Cycles She Devil complete. Since then we built up a Devil complete and took some great photos to share: Like the She Devil, the Devil complete is a commuter, day tripper, or light touring bike for those who don't need a heavy bike for fully loaded touring, or a cyclocross race bike for general rides. We like the way it's set up - upright posture, comfy saddle, flat pedals, and a wheelset with Mavic Open Sport rims and Shimano Deore hubs - but with a...
Having trouble picking something for the road cyclist in your life? We have tons of gift ideas in stock that would make any roadie happy. Here are just a few employee-tested and recommended options: Gift Ideas under $25What's Christmas without a new pair of socks? We have super comfortable synethetic and merino wool socks by Giordana, and thicker wool hiking socks by Wigwam (a must have for winter commuters) for $10-15 a pair. Water bottles may not sound like an exciting gift, but Camelbak's...
Today (11/25) is the last day of our Black Friday Sale. It's all over at 6 pm, but you still have time to come take advantage of our last sale for 2012. We also have a special deal just for today - all summer jerseys purchased with shorts, bibs, or knickers gets you a whopping 20% off both. This applies for all in-stock items only. Today is your day to get next season's kit!
Winter is closer than it seems. The key to staying on the bike through winter, and to experience the benefits of bike-commuting year-round, is to make yourself comfortable when riding. Gore Bike Wear makes some of our favorite products that perform the best during the worst weather New England gets. Gore Bike Wear is Goretex's own bike-specific product line, meaning that they adapt all of Gore's textile technology for bike-specific performance. If you don't have a proper rain shell then we...
Cambridge Bicycle shirts are back in stock! We have them in our trusty standby white on black, and black on brown. Our new color for this season is white on blue. Sizes are available from adult Small to XL, printed on American Apparel. Come pick one up for just $15!
Summer seems to be just around the corner so we've revamped our riding apparel inventory from Giordana. Now in stock are tons of options for men and women, including full zippered jerseys, tank tops, shorts, knickers, bib shorts, and arm warmers. Also in are synthetic and wool socks, and tons of road-style gloves in varying amounts of padding. Cycling caps from Giordana, Pace, as well as our own shop hats are in stock, too! It's getting to be nearly perfect weather for more time in the saddle....
Thanksgiving is this week, and with a day of thanks comes weekend of savings immediately after. For Friday, Saturday, and Sunday after the holiday we've the big sale of the year. Check out the savings below*: 2011 Bikes 15% - 25% off and 2012 Bikes From Jamis, KHS, Bianchi, Fuji, Se Racing, Raleigh and Diamondback are 10% Off. We also have some absolutely killer deals on the following models below: 2011 SE Draft Lite - WAS: $359 Sale Price: TOO LOW TO PRINT (Call for price). 2011 Jamis...
Just in time for the wintry mix we now have Gore jackets, gloves, helmet caps, and balaclavas back in stock. As always Gore Tex Fabric products come with a keep you dry guarantee!
After a period of low supply we now have Bern helmets fully back in stock. Several boxes containing over 80 helmets landed just the other day, and we have the Brentwood and Berkeley models in all sizes, and several colors. They also make awesome cold weather helmets, especially with their snap-in head warmers and ear covers. It's never a bad time to pick up a new helmet, especially if yours is older than 5 years. Stop by to check them out and get fitted.
We've got something exciting in the works for display. Here's a teaser shot that's sure to get a few of you fired up. Stop by for the full image, and we should get a very special something in our shop within the next couple of weeks. Stay tuned to the blog.
New in stock are a variety of products from Brooks. We've always carried their saddles and a few other small products, but now on display are also a variety of leather bar tape, leather lock-on grips, trouser bands, many different bags, panniers, and even a couple rain capes! Stop by soon to check it all out.
This week we received shipments from seven of our suppliers in under 10 minutes. Aside from Bern Helmets, here are just a few of the many goods we got in: Our Mavic shoe models are now in stock in full size runs. If you're looking for either your first clipless shoe, or a new shoe for road, montain, 'cross, or touring, we have you covered. Chrome Bags are also in, including their accessory bag, tool pouches, and hip pouches. We have a few new models in, including the Niko (pictured above): a...
Recently new in the shop are a few more vintage jerseys from Stephen's collection. Hanging up in the front of our shop are a few wool/acrylic jerseys by Olmo, Colnago, De Rosa, and Campagnolo. Stop by the shop for prices, sizes, and fit.
This afternoon we received boxes from Gore and Gita and upped our supply of winter gear. We got in gloves, face masks, skull caps, and balaclavas from Gore Bike Wear (including our shop-favorite lobster claw glove variant). On our apparel wall you'll also find new waterproof overshoes, thermal overshoes, wool socks, and synthetic socks from Giordana. Long-sleeve jerseys, arm and leg warmers are also in stock. Our tire supply has been augmented by Continental NEU Contacts and Schwalbe Marathon...
Straight off the loom are Cambridge Bicycle socks, designed and used by our race team. We have them in two kinds: Merino Wool ($11.95/pair) and in a synthetic material, made form recycled plastic bottles ($9.95/pair). We have them in medium, large, and extra-large sizes so there's no reason to let your feet go naked on your next ride. You'll find them at the front counter, and in the shoes section with our other shop apparel. These are in limited quantities only, so act fast to pick up a pair...
We just got in new shop hats for Cambridge Bicycle. Morgan, Pete, and Stephen here are left dazed by how awesome they are. Pick one up soon before they're all gone!
This hat was the spring 09 and the new hat should drop within a couple of weeks. Stay posted...
CB shirts are back in stock! We've got not only the white/black, white/brown shirts, but also a brand new metallic silver on red. We've got 'em in size extra small all the way up to extra large, printed on American Apparel stock. Stop on by with $20 if you want to pick one up. With summer over, the days are starting to get shorter and the weather cooler. We have jackets, hoody jerseys, and t-shirt jerseys by Pedaler still in stock. Pedaler uses organically-grown fabrics and uses only...
Check out Pete wearing one of the new Cambridge Bicycle shirts for 2010! We've been working with our employee Ben on getting some new designs done for the summer based on a certain 3-speed hub manufacturer's vintage logo. The shirts are printed locally in Peabody, MA on American Apparel stock. There are versions on black, brown, and heather grey and they're only $20. All are in limited quantities for now, so if you want to be the first of your friends with one of these, stop by soon.
Check out the new apparel wall in the back of our shop! It's our latest update to the shop's layout, and it's the new home for our shop's shoes and cycling wear. We have a large array of Giordana jerseys, shorts, and gloves as well as gloves, shoes, and jerseys from a few other brands. We also restocked the display case in this area and it's now filled to the brim with all sorts of awesome single speed, track, and road riding goods.
This vintage Le Coq jersey was a gift from someone moving out of town. It's decorating the shop by our display cases in the back.
We just got in an order from Pedaler Clothing. In stock are jackets, jerseys, t-shirts, and their Pony Express bag. Pedaler is dedicated to using sustainable materials and U.S. labor to create all of their products. Everything's been designed with cyclists in mind. Their v-neck shirt is made from 100% organically grown bamboo, processed and woven into fabric. Be sure to check out their website or stop by our shop to get a closer look.
During the rain yesterday we unearthed a few boxes of old stock from the basement, all of which is now on sale. The photo above shows a few highlights - road and mountain clipless shoes by Vittoria and Diadora for half-off, Ortleib handlebar and basket bags for $9.95, and a variety of other cycling accessories. We even have frame pumps that are perfect for your steel road frames! Everything's priced low so we get it all out of our hands and into yours.
Jerseys are great because they're comfortable, come in bright colors, and stay warm while allowing skin to breathe. Also, the ones pictured above are on clearance, starting at $14.95! If you're still riding centuries in a polyester t-shirt, or are sick and tired of the lack of pockets on your back, come on in and take a gander. They're hanging right above the register!
I'm not sure how Kaiko manages all her talents, law, art, cycling and + but I feel just honored to have her new line of clothing gracing our new shop. pedal strike
Check out the new Superb Cycling Cap. See more photos HERE Buy one HERE
Kaiko dropped off a fresh shipment of hats today. Pick yours up before the employees take them all!!
Alyssa, Ashley, and Laura @ Giovanni's Pizza show off the new CB Team cap. Each Wednesday on our way back from racing at the New England Velodrome, we stop into Giovanni's Pizza for our post-race recovery meal. They have a killer roast beef sandwich and stock an amazing all-natural whoopie pie, but we really go there for the friendly (read: super cute) staff. They remembered us from last track season and have come to expect us each week, but I think we are still a bit of a novelty for them....
As the cycling season has come into full swing so has the number of shipments we have been receiving. It seems like every weekday we get multiple shipments of goods to keep the Boston and Cambridge cyclists on their bikes. Yesterday one of our favorite local celebrity cyclists had stopped in at about the time one of our shipments rolled in and jumped right in helping to unload the truck. She can be seen here in the back ground, with Pete in the foreground. Recognize her yet? Well here is a...
So finally someone has stepped up and made a somewhat decent looking SPD compatible shoe that is comfortable to wear on and off the bike. Vittoria has basically reissued an old shoe from the 70's with newer features to allow it to be SPD compatible and still very walkable. The shoes will be coming in a wide range of colors and apparently are only for fixed gear riders, however, word is they work on geared bikes as well. I am still waiting for SPD compatible Reebok Pumps, but I am not holding...
Cambridge Bikes recently got a big shipment of Mavic shoes, and I was lucky enough to get ahold of a pair to try out. I chose the Avenir model because they will look hot with the new CB race kits, due in any day now. Here's my experience so far: Last year I raced with the Adidas Adistar Road Pro, which were made by the same company (Salomon) that owns Mavic. Mavic now makes the Road Pro model, with a price in the $250 range, but the Avenir that I'm wearing is a lower end model, costing only...
I ran into this tough guy on River Street and his modified/dyed CB hat caught my eye. His name is Kit and if you run into him tell him that Kip wants to give him a new CB hat of his choice. We've currently got two different models in the shop, and a new top-secret one is boxed up in some crazy factory in China or somewhere.... See you soon Kit!
All remaining 2008 models including Vueltano, Razor, Cyclone, Voltage, Adistar Road Pro now 20% off while they last. New 2009 Mavic footwear now in stock!
New England has a rich mountain bike heritage. Fat City Cycles was one of the first New England MTB-specific frame builders. Many of its former employees went on to start their own companies, Independent Fabrication amongst them. Last night, I was lucky enough to have dinner with legendary framebuilder and title sponsor of the Cambridge Bicycle racing team Christopher Igleheart who was a welder at Fat City. This priceless cap was just sitting in his shop among the many other pieces of eye...
This is the new t-shirt from J.D. His work with his magazine and race team is blazing new frontiers for the cycling industry. Keep an eye on this man-- he's ready to fly and the world needs him! Watch him here...Embrocation
Our girl Kaiko, designer/creator of Pedal Strike Hats is hard at work making a special Custom Cambridge Hat for our upcoming Freddy vs Jason Alley Cat on Friday the 13th! Make sure you come out to the race for a chance to win this awesome hat! If you don't win you can always pick up one of her hats at the shop! Keep an eye out to our blog for all the latest updates about the race or follow along the discussion over at Boston Fixed.
Mario Cipollini represents all that is awesome about Italian pro cyclists. Mario is a superstar and he knows it. One part super sprinter, one part Italian model, one part greaseball. I beleive that the latter two traits enhance the former. Cipo defines flamboyance: at home on the podium or with a bevy of surgically enhanced models. Recently, my teammate Natalia reminded me about Cipo's sprint and the next day I ran across this Saeco cap in the basement. As many of you know, Cipo and Saeco...
Everyone loves a scandal. In cycling that means doping and cheating. Festina was a great team. The team's soigneur was pulled over and caught with 250 vials of EPO and steroids. Further investigation revealed that systematic doping was behind Festina's success. The 1998 "Festina Affair" exposed widespread systematic doping in cycling. TVM was one of the first other teams to be implicated. I love memorabilia from disgraced and/or defunct organizations. RMM
I like hanging out in bike shops. I especially enjoy the vintage cycling gear that any good shop has in abundance: team clothing, componentry, bicycles, yellowing pictures of long retired champions. This Miko jersey caught my eye today. I don't even know what the Miko team was, but they had a sweet jersey. I wish that it fit me... RMM
Legendary local cycling celebrity and artist Croth, aka Junkernaut, has been honored on a Pedal Power Photography T shirt. These are currently available online, but will be arriving at the shop very soon. There are a limited number available and there will not be a second printing, so hurry up and get yours. RMM
Our friend Kaiko of Pedal Strike just got back from Japan and stopped into the shop today with 10 new hats she made over her winter break. Stop into the shop to pick yours up!
The newest goods from Bici Concepts just dropped at the store. Their new Hats are especially nice and would make a great X-mas gift. They are noticeably thicker and sturdier than most cycling hats. Hats from $24.95 Messenger Slings for $99.95 and top tube pads from $24.95 One even glows in the dark!!!!! And don't forget this Sunday @ Zuzu DO IT AGAIN -Jason
There is new stuff showing up at the shop everyday, just trying to keep everyone in the loop! First off we have a custom track bike cruiser built by Mary here at the shop. Next up is the front display case which was just filled with our first shipment of goods from Laek House, this stuff is sure to please and the ELVS reflective hat and sweatshirts will even help keep you safe! This stuff would make a great X-mas present for that special someone. And last but not least our first shipment of...
We just keep getting more new merch in here, so to keep you guys up to date I am gonna let it all hang out. Cambridge Bicycle t-shirts printed on American Apparel. This new batch of shirts are not only super comfortable but will gain you street cred everywhere you go guaranteed. Peep these new solid neon 700x23 clincher tires. And last but not least we just picked up a new line of hand made Hip Packs from Transient Bag Co. These hip packs come in Medium or Small. These sizes are a lot more...
Come check out the new gear we just got from Fabric Horse. Utility Belts and U-Lock Holsters!!
Erwin Verveken, the 2007 World Champion of Cyclocross, displays his new Cambridge Bicycle T-Shirt after winning the Whitmore's Super Cross Cup last Saturday in Southampton, NY. For more info, check the CB Cyclocross Blog.
This week we were graced by the presence of John Bailey of Baileyworks. Not only has he made some cool suit patterned bags for us, but we got a sneak peak at whats on the horizon for Bailey Bags. Thanks for allowing us the chance to talk your ear off John! Other happenings this week: we received a fill-in of Gore Bike Wear sizes, and had a preview of the 07 F/W line of offerings. Thanks go out to both Tom and Jay for highlighting what makes this line of cycling apparel so great.
We received our first shipment of Adidas road shoes today, and they look sweet! If you are looking for a road or mountain shoe, or even something less flashy for city or spin class use, check out these kicks! If you haven't yet been exposed to the benefits of a dedicated cycling shoe, come in and talk to one of us about how this small upgrade to your bike can translate into more on the bike comfort and better power transfer.
Hey ya'll- its been a week since we got our first shipment of Gore Bike Wear (a division of Gore-tex, so you know its legit) and we can barely keep it in stock! So we are going to double our jacket offerings and bring in a few more cold weather accessories. They are the authority for waterproof apparel and the WindStopper membrane is in most of my foul weather apparel; i'm in love. The best thing about them is the price, not Assos territory, but not too much more than Pearl Izumi. If you...