Blog Denman Bike Shop http://www.denmanbikeshop.com/blog Vancouver bicycle store, repair and service Fri, 13 Aug 2010 23:15:19 +0000 http://wordpress.org/?v=2.9 en hourly 1 Summer Bike Sale http://www.denmanbikeshop.com/blog/?p=525 http://www.denmanbikeshop.com/blog/?p=525#comments Fri, 13 Aug 2010 23:15:19 +0000 Denman Bike http://www.denmanbikeshop.com/blog/?p=525 Summer’s finally in full swing in Vancouver and it’s time for a Summer Bike Sale!

Selected Electra Cruisers, Amsterdam’s and Townie’s are $50 to $100 off.  

Check out our online catalogue or visit the store for more information.

Come in quick, availability is limited!

]]> http://www.denmanbikeshop.com/blog/?feed=rss2&p=525 0 Closed for BC Day & Pride Parade http://www.denmanbikeshop.com/blog/?p=516 http://www.denmanbikeshop.com/blog/?p=516#comments Sat, 31 Jul 2010 20:28:23 +0000 Denman Bike http://www.denmanbikeshop.com/blog/?p=516 We’ll be closed on Sunday August 1st for BC Day and the Vancouver Pride Parade.  Monday, we are open from 11am to 4pm.   Have the Best Day!

]]> http://www.denmanbikeshop.com/blog/?feed=rss2&p=516 0 New! Nantucket Baskets with Quick Release http://www.denmanbikeshop.com/blog/?p=501 http://www.denmanbikeshop.com/blog/?p=501#comments Sat, 03 Jul 2010 21:59:53 +0000 julie http://www.denmanbikeshop.com/blog/?p=501 Just in, some lovely new Quick Release Nantucket Wicker Baskets, including the New Nantucket Pet Baskets!   

These quality bike baskets include the convenience of a quick release bracket and offer some nice new weave patterns.  

These models and more are in stock now!

]]> http://www.denmanbikeshop.com/blog/?feed=rss2&p=501 0 Closed for Canada Day http://www.denmanbikeshop.com/blog/?p=498 http://www.denmanbikeshop.com/blog/?p=498#comments Thu, 24 Jun 2010 20:43:22 +0000 Denman Bike http://www.denmanbikeshop.com/blog/?p=498 This Thursday July 1st, we will be closed for Canada Day.  Have a Happy Holiday.

]]> http://www.denmanbikeshop.com/blog/?feed=rss2&p=498 0 New Felt Brougham Single Speed in Stock! http://www.denmanbikeshop.com/blog/?p=473 http://www.denmanbikeshop.com/blog/?p=473#comments Tue, 01 Jun 2010 23:12:51 +0000 admin http://www.denmanbikeshop.com/blog/?p=473 The Felt Brougham is made to ride as good as it looks; with a track specific geometry the bike is designed to be responsive while providing a predictable yet fun ride. Offering such performance demands a great presentation and the Brougham delivers with a sharp looking black and white contrast theme. The custom butted 4130 Cro-mo frame comes in two colours: black for a classic look or raw for the industrial feel. Either way, the Brougham has that popular custom look in a bike, right out of the box.

With the success Felt has had in it’s racing program, the Brougham is bred into a rich bloodline.

Come visit us soon and find out for yourself what the Brougham is all about.

http://www.denmanbikeshop.com/product_detail.php?id_prd=142

]]> http://www.denmanbikeshop.com/blog/?feed=rss2&p=473 0 Win a Brand New Electra Cruiser!! http://www.denmanbikeshop.com/blog/?p=455 http://www.denmanbikeshop.com/blog/?p=455#comments Sat, 15 May 2010 03:49:34 +0000 Denman Bike http://www.denmanbikeshop.com/blog/?p=455 Just a reminder Scavanger Scramble is May 16, 2010 — This Sunday. For those individulas who are unable to particpate in the ride but would still like a chance to Win the Bike and to support Haro Park Center for Seniors, Raffle tickets for a brand new Gorgeous Electra Fleur 3i or Electra Sparker 3i bike can be purchased in store until 4pm May 16, or at the Jericho Sailing Club between 6 & 7pm.

Tickets are 1 for $10 or 3 for $25. Call or visit the Denman Bike Shop, 604.685.9755

We just received the 1st 2010 Electra Fleur 3i in the store. This is one stunning new Electra ladies Cruiser! If you’re not convinced by the photo, come on down to the store and ogle it in the window where its being featured for the Charity Raffle this Sunday!

]]> http://www.denmanbikeshop.com/blog/?feed=rss2&p=455 0 Register for the 2010 DBS Scavenger Scramble! http://www.denmanbikeshop.com/blog/?p=444 http://www.denmanbikeshop.com/blog/?p=444#comments Fri, 16 Apr 2010 19:33:48 +0000 admin http://www.denmanbikeshop.com/blog/?p=444 On Sunday May 16th, the Denman Bike Shop will be hosting the 2nd Annual Scavenger Scramble, cruiser bike ride for charity!

Not your usual group cruiser bike ride, we’ll be sending you on a type of scavenger hunt with your bikes around beautiful Vancouver.   Instead of collecting objects, you’ll be photogrpahing yourselves and your bikes at secret photo destinations that will be revealed at 1:30 pm May 16th at the Round-about in Stanley Park, near Lost Lagoon.

Each legitimate photo enters you into a draw to WIN  be Prizes and Swag !  Not to mention we’ll be raffling off an Electra Cruiser bike worth Over $700!

We’ve got a terrifc selection of SWAG prizes from our Sponsors: Electra Bicycles, Norco, Cycles Lambert

Swag Prizes include: Axiom Baskets, Abus Locks, Electra Accessories, Continental Tires, and more!

$15 registration fee includes 1 Ticket for the Electra bicycle draw. Additional tickets for the Bike Raffle can be purchased for $10 each or 3 for $25.

All proceeds from this Charity Ride will be donated to the Haro Park Centre for Seniors

See you there Rain or Shine!

Pre-registration is highly recommended, and can be done at the Denman Bike Shop or here by Pay Pal!

]]> http://www.denmanbikeshop.com/blog/?feed=rss2&p=444 0 Electra Straight 8 is Here! http://www.denmanbikeshop.com/blog/?p=435 http://www.denmanbikeshop.com/blog/?p=435#comments Wed, 14 Apr 2010 00:11:51 +0000 Denman Bike http://www.denmanbikeshop.com/blog/?p=435 The Moto-chopper Electra Straight 8 has finally arrived.   This hydro-formed Aluminum frame bike with 24 x 3.0 Fattio tires, red spokes, and checkboard rear rim offers bad to bone styling on a super comfort ride.

Check it out!

]]> http://www.denmanbikeshop.com/blog/?feed=rss2&p=435 0 Spring Tune-Up http://www.denmanbikeshop.com/blog/?p=337 http://www.denmanbikeshop.com/blog/?p=337#comments Fri, 09 Apr 2010 21:38:54 +0000 Denman Bike http://www.denmanbikeshop.com/blog/?p=337 Spring has arrived and it’s time to dust off your bike and get ready to ride.   Now’s the perfect time to bring your bike in for a Spring Tune-Up. 
Tune-Up’s start at $35, Estimates are Free!

]]> http://www.denmanbikeshop.com/blog/?feed=rss2&p=337 0 Highlights from the 2010 Electra Bike Line http://www.denmanbikeshop.com/blog/?p=380 http://www.denmanbikeshop.com/blog/?p=380#comments Mon, 29 Mar 2010 04:18:44 +0000 Denman Bike http://www.denmanbikeshop.com/blog/?p=380 We’ve got a terrific selection of new Electra Bikes for 2010.  Some are in-store already, others are eagerly awaited and arriving soon.

 Some Highlights of this year’s Electra Bicycle line-up include;

You asked for it, you got it! -  The Electra Ladies Amsterdam Royal 8i, Now available in White! 


This super-stylish city bike, modelled after the original Dutch bikes, offers North American practicality.  Light-weight Alumninum Frame, with a Shimano 8 Speed internal hub, and mechancial roller brakes (Hand brakes), complete with chrome accessories and all kitted out.  

From the Electra Fashion Cruiser Line, we have the awe-inspiring Fleur 3i  and the Peacock 3i, among many others.

  

 

The Electra Townie Balloon Bikes, with Fat Frank tires by Schwalbe, are now available in an 8-speed Derailleur version!

 

Townie Balloon 8D Ladies

Townie Balloon 8D Mens 

 

And let’s not forget the Stunning NEW LINE of Electra Ticino’s.  These super-light, sexy bikes are the upcoming Starlets in the comfort/cruising/touring category.  Can you believe those three concepts can merge?   Well they do with this line of Electra bikes.  Come in to test ride an Electra Ticino and see for yourself.

This is just a Small Sampling of the NEW 2010 Line-up. 
Check out our On-line Catalogue for the full selection of Electra Bikes available at the Denman Bike Shop this year.

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