July 2010
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June 2010
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May 2010
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The Every-Part-Of-Your-Bike Blog
Ladies and Gentlemen! Get ready to get schooled. If you’re the kind of person who doesn’t know a hub from a chain wheel, you’re in luck. I’ve condensed my years of bike parts knowledge into one handy blog post .. and you had better take notes! There’s a take home quiz when we’re done.
Let’s start at the top with the grips. Grips attach to the end of the...
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Fun Facts About Sixthreezero
We at Beachbikes LOVE Sixthreezero cruisers and are the exclusive dealer of the brand. Although we have info on various websites - including www.beachbikes.com - about Sixthreezero, I did an informal interview with the new Head of Sixthreezero to see if I could find out any new interesting tidbits for our customers.
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Beachbikes: Hi! I hope you’re enjoying your new position...
April 2010
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Your Bicycle's Serial Number
Every bicycle has its own unique serial number. This serial number is useful for a couple of different reasons: 1) so the bicycle owner can register the bike with the manufacturer 2) so the bicycle owner can register the bicycle with the local police/fire station after purchase and 3) so the bicycle owner can register the bike with the local police if the bike ever gets stolen. The serial number...
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The Key to a Great Look: Accessories
Summertime is quickly approaching (thankfully!) and that means pools, beaches, backyard BBQs, and other fun outdoorsy things will take priority on our weekend schedules. Personally, biking is my favorite activity (how fitting, right?) and I’m happy to see that many companies are stepping up their game and offering really great accessories for beach-bound bikers like myself. I’ve always...
March 2010
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What Exactly IS a Cruiser Bike?
Cruisers - or “beach cruisers” - are stylized bikes that combine wide tires, comfortable upright seating, and a straightforward steel construction. Cruisers were the most popular bikes in the US from the 1930s to the 1950s, and have gained in popularity again since the late 1990s. From their start as an affordable, sturdy means of transportation to their status now as a stylish and...
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What's The Deal With Internal Gear Hubs On...
If you’re looking for a cruiser bike with more versatility than a typical single speed, look in to cruisers with multiple speeds. Many of our cruisers at Beachbikes.com come standard with an internal 3-speed hub, which equips the bike with three different speeds while still maintaining that traditional cruiser we all love. Having multiple speeds - whether it is 3, 5, 7, 8, or 21 - will help...
February 2010
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I would ride that to work every day
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