Bikes Not Bombs Bike Shop

After a couple inches of snow falling overnight, and a few more expected tomorrow, it seems that winter may finally be upon us. Here at the shop, we’ve been keeping warm by building up some awesome reconditioned bikes to sell, as well as scheduling some exciting repairs.br /br /If you’ve been thinking of getting a tune-up or overhaul soon, winter is a slower time for us and, therefore, the wait is much shorter! Often, we’re able to schedule larger repair jobs to be completed within just a few days. Of course, like always, we need to see the bike to give you an accurate estimate of time amp; cost, but our estimates are always free. And! bUntil the end of February, we have a Winter Overhaul special! Our Complete Overhaul, normally priced at $150, is only $120! /bbr /br /div class=”separator” style=”clear: both; text-align: center;”a href=”http://4.bp.blogspot.com/-GGNdYEVYGe0/TxmkWfK600I/AAAAAAAAA4Q/aX0hnU61IU8/s1600/IMG_0002.JPG” imageanchor=”1″ style=”margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;”img border=”0″ height=”240″ src=”http://4.bp.blogspot.com/-GGNdYEVYGe0/TxmkWfK600I/AAAAAAAAA4Q/aX0hnU61IU8/s320/IMG_0002.JPG” width=”320″ //a/divbr /In addition, if you schedule any of our labor packages (tune-ups and overhauls) before the end of February, you’ll be automatically entered to win some sweet prizes, including (but not limited to!) a few Blaze 2-Watt headlights by a href=”http://www.planetbike.com/”Planet Bike/a! br /div class=”separator” style=”clear: both; text-align: center;”/divbr /div class=”separator” style=”clear: both; text-align: center;”/divtable align=”center” cellpadding=”0″ cellspacing=”0″ class=”tr-caption-container” style=”margin-left: auto; margin-right: auto; text-align: center;”tbodytrtd style=”text-align: center;”a href=”http://3.bp.blogspot.com/-3vpQ8CuT5hE/Txml0a2JGbI/AAAAAAAAA4g/3XmjBG74NIk/s1600/02-2watt.jpg” imageanchor=”1″ style=”margin-left: auto; margin-right: auto;”img border=”0″ height=”244″ src=”http://3.bp.blogspot.com/-3vpQ8CuT5hE/Txml0a2JGbI/AAAAAAAAA4g/3XmjBG74NIk/s320/02-2watt.jpg” width=”320″ //a/td/trtrtd class=”tr-caption” style=”text-align: center;”Distance the 2-Watt front light is visible, from the Planet Bike website. /td/tr/tbody/tablebr /br /One more reason to come visit us at the shop, other than our fabulous personalities and winter repair specials, is to check out some great clearance items we have right now. br /br /div class=”separator” style=”clear: both; text-align: center;”/divdiv class=”separator” style=”clear: both; text-align: center;”a href=”http://3.bp.blogspot.com/-_fPUV7SAPIU/TxmoCmOhM1I/AAAAAAAAA4o/Y0hOfg13DR4/s1600/IMG_0004.JPG” imageanchor=”1″ style=”margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;”img border=”0″ height=”240″ src=”http://3.bp.blogspot.com/-_fPUV7SAPIU/TxmoCmOhM1I/AAAAAAAAA4o/Y0hOfg13DR4/s320/IMG_0004.JPG” width=”320″ //a/divbr /Just a reminder, our hours arebr /br / Tues, Thurs-Sat: 11am-7pm br /Weds: 11am-9pmbr /Sun: Noon-5pmbr /br /div class=”separator” style=”clear: both; text-align: center;”a href=”http://3.bp.blogspot.com/-3vpQ8CuT5hE/Txml0a2JGbI/AAAAAAAAA4g/3XmjBG74NIk/s1600/02-2watt.jpg” imageanchor=”1″ style=”clear: right; float: right; margin-bottom: 1em; margin-left: 1em;”br //a/divdiv class=”separator” style=”clear: both; text-align: center;”/divdiv class=”separator” style=”clear: both; text-align: center;”a href=”http://3.bp.blogspot.com/-5ZD6qulj404/TxmlzqTHsfI/AAAAAAAAA4Y/bPQu194YD-w/s1600/lamp+f+blaze+two+watt.jpg” imageanchor=”1″ style=”clear: right; float: right; margin-bottom: 1em; margin-left: 1em;”br //a/divdiv class=”separator” style=”clear: both; text-align: center;”br //divbr /br /br /br /br /br /br /br /br /br /div class=”blogger-post-footer”img width=’1′ height=’1′ src=’https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/tracker/90412847413194417-7965005734537106430?l=bnbbikeshop.blogspot.com’ alt=” //div

After a couple inches of snow falling overnight, and a few more expected tomorrow, it seems that winter may finally be upon us. Here at the shop, we’ve been keeping warm by building up some awesome reconditioned bikes to sell, as well as scheduling some exciting repairs.br /br /If you’ve been thinking of getting a tune-up or overhaul soon, winter is a slower time for us and, therefore, the wait is much shorter! Often, we’re able to schedule larger repair jobs to be completed within just a few days. Of course, like always, we need to see the bike to give you an accurate estimate of time amp; cost, but our estimates are always free. And! bUntil the end of February, we have a Winter Overhaul special! Our Complete Overhaul, normally priced at $150, is only $120! /bbr /br /div class=”separator” style=”clear: both; text-align: center;”a href=”http://4.bp.blogspot.com/-GGNdYEVYGe0/TxmkWfK600I/AAAAAAAAA4Q/aX0hnU61IU8/s1600/IMG_0002.JPG” imageanchor=”1″ style=”margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;”img border=”0″ height=”240″ src=”http://4.bp.blogspot.com/-GGNdYEVYGe0/TxmkWfK600I/AAAAAAAAA4Q/aX0hnU61IU8/s320/IMG_0002.JPG” width=”320″ //a/divbr /In addition, if you schedule any of our labor packages (tune-ups and overhauls) before the end of February, you’ll be automatically entered to win some sweet prizes, including (but not limited to!) a few Blaze 2-Watt headlights by a href=”http://www.planetbike.com/”Planet Bike/a! br /div class=”separator” style=”clear: both; text-align: center;”/divbr /div class=”separator” style=”clear: both; text-align: center;”/divtable align=”center” cellpadding=”0″ cellspacing=”0″ class=”tr-caption-container” style=”margin-left: auto; margin-right: auto; text-align: center;”tbodytrtd style=”text-align: center;”a href=”http://3.bp.blogspot.com/-3vpQ8CuT5hE/Txml0a2JGbI/AAAAAAAAA4g/3XmjBG74NIk/s1600/02-2watt.jpg” imageanchor=”1″ style=”margin-left: auto; margin-right: auto;”img border=”0″ height=”244″ src=”http://3.bp.blogspot.com/-3vpQ8CuT5hE/Txml0a2JGbI/AAAAAAAAA4g/3XmjBG74NIk/s320/02-2watt.jpg” width=”320″ //a/td/trtrtd class=”tr-caption” style=”text-align: center;”Distance the 2-Watt front light is visible, from the Planet Bike website. /td/tr/tbody/tablebr /br /One more reason to come visit us at the shop, other than our fabulous personalities and winter repair specials, is to check out some great clearance items we have right now. br /br /div class=”separator” style=”clear: both; text-align: center;”/divdiv class=”separator” style=”clear: both; text-align: center;”a href=”http://3.bp.blogspot.com/-_fPUV7SAPIU/TxmoCmOhM1I/AAAAAAAAA4o/Y0hOfg13DR4/s1600/IMG_0004.JPG” imageanchor=”1″ style=”margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;”img border=”0″ height=”240″ src=”http://3.bp.blogspot.com/-_fPUV7SAPIU/TxmoCmOhM1I/AAAAAAAAA4o/Y0hOfg13DR4/s320/IMG_0004.JPG” width=”320″ //a/divbr /Just a reminder, our hours arebr /br / Tues, Thurs-Sat: 11am-7pm br /Weds: 11am-9pmbr /Sun: Noon-5pmbr /br /div class=”separator” style=”clear: both; text-align: center;”a href=”http://3.bp.blogspot.com/-3vpQ8CuT5hE/Txml0a2JGbI/AAAAAAAAA4g/3XmjBG74NIk/s1600/02-2watt.jpg” imageanchor=”1″ style=”clear: right; float: right; margin-bottom: 1em; margin-left: 1em;”br //a/divdiv class=”separator” style=”clear: both; text-align: center;”/divdiv class=”separator” style=”clear: both; text-align: center;”a href=”http://3.bp.blogspot.com/-5ZD6qulj404/TxmlzqTHsfI/AAAAAAAAA4Y/bPQu194YD-w/s1600/lamp+f+blaze+two+watt.jpg” imageanchor=”1″ style=”clear: right; float: right; margin-bottom: 1em; margin-left: 1em;”br //a/divdiv class=”separator” style=”clear: both; text-align: center;”br //divbr /br /br /br /br /br /br /br /br /br /div class=”blogger-post-footer”img width=’1′ height=’1′ src=’https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/tracker/90412847413194417-7965005734537106430?l=bnbbikeshop.blogspot.com’ alt=” //div

We now stock two models from Bianchi.br /First, the Cortina. For $400, this bike will have you riding in comfort, with confidence. It’s good for commuting as well as casual riding, with a semi upright riding position, wide range of gears, and 700c x 38 tires.br /a onblur=”try {parent.deselectBloggerImageGracefully();} catch(e) {}” href=”http://4.bp.blogspot.com/-mDyIXaFZKpM/TxX1nWUrY7I/AAAAAAAAA38/sNm2MXMKhMo/s1600/Cortina-Altus-8sp.jpg”img style=”cursor: pointer; width: 320px; height: 217px;” src=”http://4.bp.blogspot.com/-mDyIXaFZKpM/TxX1nWUrY7I/AAAAAAAAA38/sNm2MXMKhMo/s320/Cortina-Altus-8sp.jpg” alt=”" id=”BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5698730959863243698″ border=”0″ //abr /Second: behold the Bianchi Volpe, a versatile bike with integrated brake/shift levers and a rugged disposition that is built to take you long distances and carry lots.br /br /img src=”file:///C:/Users/bikeshop/AppData/Local/Temp/moz-screenshot-1.png” alt=”" /a href=”http://1.bp.blogspot.com/-oepgqb6_P-c/TxX1njBDrcI/AAAAAAAAA4E/45TaEL12Fzo/s1600/volpe.jpg”img style=”cursor: pointer; width: 277px; height: 182px;” src=”http://1.bp.blogspot.com/-oepgqb6_P-c/TxX1njBDrcI/AAAAAAAAA4E/45TaEL12Fzo/s320/volpe.jpg” alt=”" id=”BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5698730963270610370″ border=”0″ //abr /Come give these newcomers a test ride!br /br /Of course we still have lots of reconditioned bikes ready to ride as well. This is truly the best time to buy a bike, work on your bike, embark on a major, complicated bike overhaul, have us do the work, ask us questions, etc. Come see us!br /img src=”file:///C:/Users/bikeshop/AppData/Local/Temp/moz-screenshot.png” alt=”" /div class=”blogger-post-footer”img width=’1′ height=’1′ src=’https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/tracker/90412847413194417-259652051536128139?l=bnbbikeshop.blogspot.com’ alt=” //div

There are just a few days left until we close for our annual 10-day vacation.
The BNB Bike Shop will be closed December 24 through January 2.

2011 has been a good year, and we’ve got lots of exciting changes to look forward to in 2012. If we don’t get to see you before we go on holiday, please enjoy yours and we’ll see you next year!

We are offering a special rate on our Complete Overhaul repair package from now until February 28.

This is a major, all-encompassing repair package. It’s a good thing to do every 1-3 years (or so–depends on the rider and other factors), especially if you’re a daily rider, if your bike has “good bones” but needs to be gone through and cleaned and renewed inside and out. This is also a good thing to do if you’re thinking about a complete makeover… new handlebar style, new brake levers, shifters, etc. Get it all done at once. Best case, your bike will look and feel like a new machine.

this bike is getting “the works”

The Complete Overhaul includes the labor for overhauling the bike’s headset, bottom bracket, and hubs; all moving parts get removed, cleaned and lubricated or replaced; it also covers labor for replacement of cables, chain, gears, and re-wrapping of bars, as well as the labor to replace any part. The flat labor rate for this Winter Overhaul is 0 (normally 0). Bearings and additional parts prices vary per bike, so expect a total repair price in the ~0+ range (more if lots of parts will be replaced; perhaps less if few parts need replacement).

Bottom bracket removal in progress — this one will be replaced with a sealed cartridge unit.

Is this repair right for all bikes? Many of our customers’ bikes would benefit from this repair, but not all. Bring your bike in for a free estimate to see if you should take advantage of this special offer. It’s a great opportunity to get “the works” done at a discount.

Gift Certificates are available in any amount.

For a limited time we are including a BNB water bottle free with every gift certificate purchase of or more. You can either keep the water bottle for yourself or use it as a container for the gift certificate!

We have many items here at the bike shop that make great gifts for anyone on your list! If you live far away, know that we can send tee shirts, caps, and cycling jerseys to you or the recipient (just call us to order: 617-522-0226). If cyclists aren’t on your list but you want to support Bikes Not Bombs, we have many great non bike-specific items in stock that make great little gifts and stocking stuffers: mexican-style chocolate, good basic caps and gloves, wool baselayers and socks just to name a few!

Little bikers on your list? We have some awesome tuned-up kids’ bikes for sale at sweet prices. Come check out the selection. We also have fun bells and new kids’ seats.
Some great gift ideas for under include: bells, bike maps, reflective leg bands, vests, sashes and tapes. We are able to provide gift receipts upon request. If your cyclist lives in or near Boston, don’t forget: a gift certificate always fits!

In the -50 range, consider giving bike lights, repair books, gloves, rain booties..

In the -100 range, consider a set of very bright bike lights, a leather saddle, super warm biking gloves, an entire rain outfit..

Bikes, trailers and other Big Ticket items–If you are 100% sure of what they want, we are very happy to special order big ticket items like an indoor trainer or work stand: great gifts for the biking enthusiast. Keep in mind that special orders and certain other items including helmets, bikes, and used parts are not returnable, so when in doubt: choose a gift certificate!

For a limited time we are including a BNB water bottle free with every gift certificate purchase of or more. You can either keep the water bottle for yourself or use it as a container for the gift certificate!

We’re well stocked with winter commuting gear, and not a moment too soon! Last week we got in a full line of winter cycling gloves, including a moderate fall glove in addition to the more extreme lobster claw biking mitten which we thought we wouldn’t need so soon, until that early snowstorm proved otherwise..

For new and seasoned winter commuters alike, we are having a free Winter Commuting clinic here at the bike shop at 18 Bartlett Sq., Jamaica Plain on Sunday, November 13 at 6:00PM. Come learn more about winter riding and the gear that helps make it easier!

In the meantime, here’s a quick list of things we stock that you might want to acquire as you bike on through ice, rain, sleet and snow. If any of the following items are unfamiliar, come in and ask us! we’ll tell you all about:

• Fenders–good all year round but even more so in winter, when road spray is full of salt and sand
• Studded tires (available in 700c, 26″, and 20″ wheel diameters)
• Balaclava or other head wear
• “lobster claw” mittens
• wool glove liners
• waterproof pants
• shoe covers
• Lights (this is a MUST, by law and otherwise)…let them be bright ones, with fully charged batteries. white in front, red in rear.
• high-visibility accessories like reflective vests, tapes, etc…remember that cars often have fogged-up windshields, snow sliding off roofs and worse in winter, so the more you can do to make yourself highly visible the better off you’ll be.
• helmet cover
• Wool base layers (we’ve stocked these for a few years now, and they aren’t cheap, but customers tell us all the time that they really do make winter much more comfortable and are worth it)
• all-weather brake pads. If we’ve ever installed brake pads on your bike they were probably these, but if your brakes aren’t working as well as you remember them doing, come by to have us check it out.

What else? We always like to hear what our customers are doing to make winter riding more enjoyable, including product selection! Our goal is to stock things that work well, hold up well, and ideally don’t cost more than a day’s wages… This can be a challenge, especially in the glove department. So, what’s your favorite glove or other winter riding accessory? Email us, call us, or leave a note in the comments. Thanks, and we hope to see you in the shop soon!

Have you ever wanted a front or rear wheel that does a little more than the ones that came with your bike originally? With our wheelbuilding class coming up, here’s a few ideas to get you started dreaming of purpose-built wheels you can build if you take our class (or you can pay us to build one of these for you any time, if you’d rather).

1. A wheel to go the distance. Maybe you’re planning a seriously long distance tour. Maybe you’re a hefty guy or gal. Maybe you ride with a lot of cargo 365 days a year. Maybe all of the above applies to you! You should consider building the ultimate wheel for your circumstances, one that will perform flawlessly for years. Choosing the right hub, rim, and spokes is essential. We are happy to offer advice.

2. A wheel that turns your pedal power into electricity. Woah, seriously? Yes. This technology is well developed and can be yours! If you ride at night and want really bright lights that you never have to change the batteries for, you should definitely get a dynamo hub and build it into your front wheel! get off the grid! Lots of options for dynamo hubs at a few different price points, so we can discuss these with you if you’re interested.

3. A wheel with internal gears. Like an old English 3-speed. Internally geared hubs are great! You can have a really simple drivetrain, no derailleurs or multiple cogs, but beautifully smooth shifting in a reasonable range of gears. Often, bikes with derailleurs can be retrofitted for internal gears, so just bring your bike in for us to see if you’re not sure if this is the kind of thing you like the idea of.

4. a sweet set of vanity wheels with novelty rims/hubs/etc. You can have the woodgrain deep-V rims, gold hubs, pink, chartreuse, whatever! customize.

If any of these has you excited about building wheels, be sure to register for our wheel building class! If you want us to build a wheel for you, come in to discuss rim and hub options and get an estimate.

The best, most durable wheels are those built by hand and the most rewarding, least expensive way of acquiring these is to learn to build them oneself. In this six week course students will learn to do just that and then use that knowledge to build two wheels to take home. During the first class we’ll cover information about wheel materials and design and everyone will decide what hubs and rims they would like to use. The remainder of the classes will be spent lacing, truing, and tensioning these wheels. No prior experience with any of this is required. The fee for the course is 0 plus materials. Everyone will receive 10% off the parts they are purchasing for their wheel set, but expect to pay around for spokes, -80 for each rim, and and up for a set of hubs. Everyone should come to first class knowing at least what they intend to use their wheels for and be prepared to pay for any materials we need to order. If you know ahead of time what you want to build, email charlie@bikesnotbombs.org to check availability and pricing.

6 Tuesdays, 11/1-12/6, 8:00-10:00 PM. 0. call us to register! 617-522-0226.