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Bike tune-up tricks for better cycling performance
Do you want your bike to go faster, ride more effortlessly, and shift smoother after your annual bike shop check-up? Here are four relatively simple tune-up tasks that don’t require any special knowledge or tools, and you should see a long-lasting improvement in your bikes performance:
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Helpful tips to consider before purchasing an E-bike
E-bikes (electric assist bikes) are a fun and eco-friendly way to travel, offering a new way to get around and encouraging various non-commuting activities, like grocery shopping. They are game-changers that provide flexibility for navigating heavily populated areas or touring scenic countryside routes. With the growing popularity of the e-bike, here are some key questions…
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Bike Pic Dec 5, a bicycle repair reminder along the trail
This Thursday, maintenance and repair is crucial for a fun ride.
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Fun off-road trails to explore by e-bike before snow
An electric-assist bicycle (e-bike) is an excellent choice for riding off-road and exploring the vast forest trails in the Arrowhead Region of Minnesota, especially in the fall. Last week, I had the opportunity to test-ride the Ridge Rider Electric Mountain Bike while spending time in the Northwoods. First, I joined my nephew Ben in the…
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Preparing your bike for storage, a check list help protect your gear
Having enjoyed another summer season of cycling with many great memories, it’s time to think about preparing your bike for winter storage. Unless you plan to pedal your two-wheel steed throughout the winter, wouldn’t it be nice when the temperature warms next spring if you are ready to ride?
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The 2024 e-bike contest at HaveFunBiking has a winner
Congratulations to Liz Wilkinson, our E-bike contest winner from St. Paul, MN! We are happy to announce that Liz’s e-mail was drawn from our pool of e-database contestants. We enjoyed meeting her at Pedego in Mendota Heights and giving her the keys to the new Avenue E-bike from our 2024 Bike/Hike Guide campaign. Seeing her enthusiasm…
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Save the date for the annual Minnesota Bike/Walk Summit
Advocating for people who bike and walk, on March 14th, is Minnesota’s Bike/Walk Summit, in St Paul. One of the most important events, the Bicycle Alliance of Minnesota (BikeMN) needs your help at the Bike/Walk Summit. If you live in Minnesota, your presence is requested to help educate the elected leaders about the State’s bicycling issues…
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The 2023 e-bike contest at HaveFunBiking has a winner
Congratulations, Zamira Mendoza, from Redwing, MN, our e-bike contest winner. She won the new Magnum Navigator X, from our 2023 Minnesota Bike/Hike Guide campaign. It was refreshing to see her enthusiasm and plans on how she will use the bike. She is excited and plans to use her new e-bike to commute to work. With the…
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Pedal Jam/Bike the Brooklyns family-fun ride
Are you looking for a family fun outing that explores the northwest suburbs, the Brooklyns of the Twin Cities? Enjoy the inaugural Pedal Jam Bike Ride on trails in Brooklyn Center and Brooklyn Park. In conjunction with the Brooklyn Center Health Fair and Brooklyn Park IgboFest cultural festival, the ride will take place on August…
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Bike Pic Feb 28, The end of the month, are you ready for spring?
This Tuesday marks the end of February, are you ready for spring