We're gonna have a table at the Twin Cities Bike Swap. Come check it out! Not only is it an awesome chance to pick up some cool bike stuff, but all proceeds from your admission goes to support the NSC Velodrome!
Twin Cities Bike Swap
www.twincitiesbikeswap.com
Sunday February 12th, 2012 9AM – 2PM Schwan Event Center National Sports Center, Blaine MN Admission: $5
Posted on 18 January 2012 | 9:43 pm
Breaking news! The Eagle decided to let Neal and Sam have tomorrow (Dec 31st) off. They are both thrilled, as they both wish to take advantage of the weather and ride their bikes. See you all next year!
Posted on 31 December 2011 | 4:23 am
Happy Holidays! We're going to have modified hours for the next couple weeks:
12/24-12/26: Closed
12/27-12/31: 10a-6p
New Year’s Day: Closed
1/2-1/6: 10a-6p
Posted on 23 December 2011 | 9:57 pm
It's great to see bike commuting becoming more and more mainstream. Maybe someday, driving five miles to work will be seen as an aberration.
A new attitude about biking in Minneapolis?
www.startribune.com
The number of bicyclists in and around Minneapolis has soared in the past year, signaling that a decade-long cultural shift in transportation and urban design is gaining ground
Posted on 16 December 2011 | 9:42 pm
Check out our blog post on winter biking. It's chock full of winter wisdom.
Winter Biking and Studded Tires | Varsity Bike & Transit
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I’ve been riding my bike in the winter for more than 20 years. I’ve ridden in Minneapolis, Upstate New York, New York City and Vail, Colorado. Vail was the most challenging to ride through the winter, because of the large amounts of snow and number of hills/mountains to climb. Last year in Minneap...
Posted on 1 December 2011 | 5:03 pm
We're hoping to see some more studded tires come in early next week. Check out the rundown of studded tires we posted on our site for info on what we'll have.
Studded and Winter Tires | Varsity Bike & Transit
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Studded tires are the biggest upgrade you can make to a winter bike. There are a variety of factors involved in choosing the right studded tire. Tire size, the number of studs and stud material are the the most important. Here are some FAQs to help you choose the right tire: What’s size tire should...
Posted on 26 November 2011 | 12:40 am
Angry Eagle sez: We're gonna be closed Thursday for Thanksgiving! We (meaning Neal), will be here for "Black Friday", so stop in and say hi. (Neal gets lonely sometimes.)
Posted on 22 November 2011 | 11:08 pm
All around awesome gal Emily had her bike stolen in Northeast if you see it please let us know. Thanks!
Posted on 27 January 2012 | 10:03 pm
Good idea? ... Or perhaps not so much?
http://tigrlock.com/pages/
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Posted on 22 January 2012 | 7:44 pm
SO EPIC BRAH!
Shit Mountain Bikers Say
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Feedin' off each other http://www.twitter.com/nsmb #ShitMountainBikersSay http://www.nsmb.com/ http://www.facebook.com/northshoremountainbiking Created by Mat...
Posted on 21 January 2012 | 1:35 am
We're gonna have a table at the Twin Cities Bike Swap. Come check it out! Not only is it an awesome chance to pick up some cool bike stuff, but all proceeds from your admission goes to support the NSC Velodrome!
Twin Cities Bike Swap
www.twincitiesbikeswap.com
Sunday February 12th, 2012 9AM – 2PM Schwan Event Center National Sports Center, Blaine MN Admission: $5
Posted on 18 January 2012 | 9:43 pm
We're quickly approaching this level of sticker density at the shop...
This is What Happens When You Give Thousands of Stickers to Thousands of Kids | Colossal
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This December, in a surprisingly simple yet ridiculously amazing installation for the Queensland Gallery of Modern Ar, artist Yayoi Kusama constructed a large domestic environment, painting every wall, chair, table, piano, and household decoration a brilliant white, effectively serving as a giant wh...
Posted on 14 January 2012 | 2:18 am
Breaking news! The Eagle decided to let Neal and Sam have tomorrow (Dec 31st) off. They are both thrilled, as they both wish to take advantage of the weather and ride their bikes. See you all next year!
Posted on 31 December 2011 | 4:23 am
That crazy look in his eyes is Pugsley love.
Posted on 29 December 2011 | 5:47 pm
Anyone get any cool bike related gifts?
Posted on 28 December 2011 | 7:09 pm
Happy Holidays! We're going to have modified hours for the next couple weeks:
12/24-12/26: Closed
12/27-12/31: 10a-6p
New Year’s Day: Closed
1/2-1/6: 10a-6p
Posted on 23 December 2011 | 9:57 pm
Check out Kevin's blog post on his NuVinci equipped winter commuter.
Staff Winter Bikes: Kevin's NuVinci Monster Cross Bike | Varsity Bike & Transit
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A dedicated winter bike, is oftentimes an older bike with used or budget parts cobbled together to save your more precious summer ride from the grit, grime, water, and salt that inevitably comes with Minnesota winters. Winter commuting is notoriously hard on bicycle parts: chains and cables rust and...
Posted on 22 December 2011 | 6:21 pm
It's great to see bike commuting becoming more and more mainstream. Maybe someday, driving five miles to work will be seen as an aberration.
A new attitude about biking in Minneapolis?
www.startribune.com
The number of bicyclists in and around Minneapolis has soared in the past year, signaling that a decade-long cultural shift in transportation and urban design is gaining ground
Posted on 16 December 2011 | 9:42 pm
Wanna buy something from us, but can't make it to Minneapolis? Well, you're in luck 'cuz we just launched our web store! It's all the Varsity Bike goodness you love in e commerce form!
varsitybike - Welcome
varsitybike.myshopify.com
Posted on 15 December 2011 | 9:00 pm
More new Brooks. Rob says he's going to get some drop bars just so he can try it out.
Posted on 13 December 2011 | 10:54 pm
We got a new color of the Brooks Colt in today. How do you all feel about purple?
Posted on 13 December 2011 | 10:53 pm
The ever elusive Sam contributes a blog describing his mighty steed.
Staff Winter Bikes: Sam's Winter Whip | Varsity Bike & Transit
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Winter has just gifted Minneapolis with its first sizable dusting of lovely snow. As nice as it looks when it’s fresh, it does have a habit of making the bicyclist’s commute a bit of a dodgy prospect. While the roads may be rutted and covered in little patches of ice, it’s still totally possible t...
Posted on 8 December 2011 | 3:57 pm
Check out our new video intro to studded tires!
Varsity Bike Studded Tire Primer
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A quick overview of studded tires. Includes advice on choosing a studded tire, our studded tire recommendations and a demo.
Posted on 6 December 2011 | 11:39 pm
Check out our blog post on winter biking. It's chock full of winter wisdom.
Winter Biking and Studded Tires | Varsity Bike & Transit
varsitybike.com
I’ve been riding my bike in the winter for more than 20 years. I’ve ridden in Minneapolis, Upstate New York, New York City and Vail, Colorado. Vail was the most challenging to ride through the winter, because of the large amounts of snow and number of hills/mountains to climb. Last year in Minneap...
Posted on 1 December 2011 | 5:03 pm
Studded tires are here! If you've been waiting, we've got the Nokian Hakkapelitta A10 (the 700x32 one) in stock. We're currently offering free installation with the purchase of any studded tire, so stop in today and get your ride ready for winter.
Studded and Winter Tires | Varsity Bike & Transit
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Studded tires are the biggest upgrade you can make to a winter bike.
Posted on 29 November 2011 | 4:54 pm
We're hoping to see some more studded tires come in early next week. Check out the rundown of studded tires we posted on our site for info on what we'll have.
Studded and Winter Tires | Varsity Bike & Transit
varsitybike.com
Studded tires are the biggest upgrade you can make to a winter bike. There are a variety of factors involved in choosing the right studded tire. Tire size, the number of studs and stud material are the the most important. Here are some FAQs to help you choose the right tire: What’s size tire should...
Posted on 26 November 2011 | 12:40 am
We'll be open 11-5 today. Stop in and say hi!
Posted on 25 November 2011 | 4:18 pm
Angry Eagle sez: We're gonna be closed Thursday for Thanksgiving! We (meaning Neal), will be here for "Black Friday", so stop in and say hi. (Neal gets lonely sometimes.)
Posted on 22 November 2011 | 11:08 pm
De/construction day! Rob was able to get all the necessary implements here in his Trash Messenger Bags Garbage truck.
Things Rob Carries
Posted on 19 November 2011 | 12:08 am
Things Rob Carries
Posted on 15 November 2011 | 8:50 pm
New tool! Care to guess what it is?
Posted on 10 November 2011 | 3:45 pm
Varsity sunglasses sale. 50% off of all in stock Tifosi sunglasses!
The Federation - Stunna Shades OFFICIAL VIDEO
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Bay Area's own "The Federation" in their official music video for Stunna Shades. Produced by DimePiece Productions... www.myspace.com/dimepiece_productions.....
Posted on 14 October 2011 | 7:32 pm
Varsity Bike meets NSC Minnesota Stars
Posted on 12 August 2011 | 2:50 am
Twin Cities Bike Walk Week Events.
Posted on 11 June 2011 | 1:25 am
The Bicycle As a Basic Need
Posted on 22 April 2011 | 8:48 pm
Me and M(e) Bike
Posted on 9 September 2010 | 6:59 pm
Enjoying the Slow Lane in Lanesboro, MN
Posted on 9 September 2010 | 6:58 pm
METRO Magazine Reviews an Electric Bike from Varsity
Posted on 25 May 2010 | 2:10 pm
It’s Easy Being Green!
Posted on 25 May 2010 | 2:08 pm
Ironman Peddling On a Bike
Posted on 25 May 2010 | 2:06 pm
Save Energy and Live Green
Posted on 25 May 2010 | 2:06 pm
A Credible Threat? Bikes Clipped in NYC
Posted on 11 May 2010 | 12:20 pm
Bike Crash Portraits
Posted on 20 April 2010 | 1:43 am
Varsity Bike & Transit Moab Bike Trip
Posted on 30 November 2009 | 5:28 pm
Varsity Bike & Transit
Posted on 4 August 2009 | 3:57 pm
Dueling Cargo Bikes
Varsity Bike posted a photo:
Posted on 9 July 2009 | 12:07 pm
Cat, Kids and Raggety Ann in Bakfiet
Varsity Bike posted a photo:
Posted on 9 July 2009 | 12:07 pm