NAHBS 2015 NORTH AMERICAN HANDMADE BICYCLE SHOW

I've heard some grumbling about the show coming to Louisville,Ky. i don't really get why some builders and regular people/ bicyclist wouldn't want to come. Let's look at some of the reasons why Louisville works.

Louisville is an easy place to fly or drive to. There are lots of direct flights to and from Louisville. The show is close to the airport and a short cab ride of any local cyclist would be more than happy to help. As far as driving goes, take your pick, lots of highways roll right through the state. If more proof is need, Indiana just to the north is called Americas Crossroads. Still not having it? Think of Don driving cross country to set up the show. Speaking of Don. Kentucky is Don's new home state and we proudly welcome him to the Louisville area.

Still not enough? Louisville is home to many great restaurants and great micro breweries. Ask 20 that live here where to eat of get a good beer and you'll get 40 answers. So lets recap, we have great beer, food, great people, easy access to lots of things and in March you can usually get a ride in.... OUTSIDE! Louisville has bike lanes coming out of the downtown area and an awesome city park with miles of mountain bike trails. And how can you forget the World CX Championship course that is a permanent!

Louisville an awesome cycling family. Think about it. We've had Masters Road Championships, Masters World CX Championships, World CX Championships. We are the 16th largest city and we have at least 20 bicycle shops within 20 minutes of downtown.

If this isn't enough let me know what you are looking for I bet we have it.NAHBS 2015

LONG SUMMER

It's been a very long and very busy summer at the bike shop. This being said I can finally get back to Dirt Club business. I still have lots to give away so stay tuned. I haven't forgotten those of you that have been loyal. Look for some updates soon. Thanks for understanding.

NAHBS Louisville Kentucky

Yesterday had the distinct pleasure of speaking the Don Walker of Don Walker Cycles and The North American Handmade Bicycle Show. Also known as NAHBS. Don is looking forward to hosting the show right here in Louisville, Ky. Check out the websites for Don Walker Cycles and NAHBS. March will be here before you know it.NAHBS

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Trek Project One Fuel Ex

This Trek Fuel Ex is a full carbon frame set up to ride and go fast. This is set up with Shimano xtr brakes and Sram 1x11 drive train.

Very Busy

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Garmin alternative Sigma ROX 10.0

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Ion 700

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Paul Comp Parts

I've been using Paul parts for years. This company just makes great dependable parts. These things aren't cheap but you'll be glad you bought them. The chain keeper (top left) the perfect part for the 1x9 set up and the melvin (middle left) for single speed set up on a regular frame. Or you can think outside the box and use the melvin for a 3x1(bottom right) set up. Make sure you read the directions on the 3x1 set up.

Coffee

If you haven't had their coffee go get some and try it!Argo Sons Coffee will ship, so I you like good coffee order some up today.

Don't Buy Cheap Carbon

Cheap Carbon.... Enough said!

SRAM SRAM AND MORE SRAM

We have you covered at Schellers with everything Sram you need. Shifters, Chains, Cassettes, and Derailleurs. Check out our selection in 8, 9, 10, and 11 speed set ups. Also we've got you covered for RockShox and Avid.

More from ORIGIN 8

Check out the cool and very cost effective parts from ORIGIN 8. Check out their website and ask for them at your favorite bike shop.

CX season is coming and ORIGIN 8 has brakes for the season.
Check out the 31.8 handlebars for the mountain bike too.

Upgrade those cable disc brakes

If you're looking to upgrade those cable disc brakes you might want to check out the offerings from Shimano. For about $200 you can upgrade to the Deore disc brakes and for a little more you can get the SLX.

Thursday Night Fiasco!

Tomorrow night will be the first Thursday night ride of the season. What does the mean? Well it means good people, a fun ride, and cheap beer (yes, with us on the ride). The fiasco begins sometime around 8:30-9:00 near the bathrooms at the walking track. Bring your lights! No drops, and everyone welcome.

The International Languages

Welcome to all that checked out the site today. As most of know there are 2 things that translate no matter the language, bike racing and futbol!

The Brew Voyage with Daniel

I should have written and posted this long ago. My friend Daniel has started on an awesome journey for all the right reason. He is a little more or less half way finished. Daniel is ridding his bike across this great land and taking in all that it has to offer and the beer too. Check out his site and help him enjoy more beer and the World cup along the way. brewvoyage.com

Everyone around the world can help him enjoy beer so donate.

WD-40 chain lube

I used WD-40 chain lube for the first time a few weeks ago. I have to say I like the smell and it works well. We will see how it holds up next to Dumonde Tech, my normal lube.