We're gearing up for summer with new events, new gear, and a new bike promotion to get you out on the road! Plus, we heard that it would be easier for you to get into the shop before or after work, so we've decided to expand our hours, (and see how it goes.)
Our New Summer Hours (for now) are:
Monday thru Saturday 9am - 8pm
Sunday 11am - 4pm
And, on the rest of Langdon Street, we've gotten The Shoe Horn and Onion River Kids online, so check out their blogs for updates of new product, events, and specials. Visit their blogs now for a coupon for 10% off at each store:
Onion River Kids www.onionriverkids.wordpress.com
The Shoe Horn www.theshoehorn.wordpress.com
Wednesday, May 13, 2009
Muscles Not Motors Events
Road Bike Rebate Promotion
Now thru May 31
Hit the Road for less right now with Instant Rebate Savings on a new Specialized road bike! Huge rebates on Specialized Tarmac Comp, Ruby Comp, Transition Comp, and Ruby Pro models - $400 to $750 off the regular retail price!
Specials on Cannondale and Trek road bikes too!
Stop in for details and leave with your new road bike!
Montpelier Fashion Show
We need MODELS for June 6
Want to let your inner model loose and saunter down the runway in some great Onion River Sports, Shoe Horn or Onion River Kids clothing? Of course you do, so give us a call and model for an Onion River Store for this year's Montpelier Fashion show, we're looking for 2 men, 4 women and 2 kids (preferably 1 boy and 1 girl) to model for us. If you do, there's a $40 gift card in it for you! Call or e-mail Carrie at Onion River Sports if you're interested - 802-229-9409 or carrie@onionriver.com
Onion River Kids Scavenger Hike
Wednesday May 20, 2009 3:30pm - 5pm at Morse Farm
Come explore the spring woods with Onion River Kids on our first kids’ hike of the season! We’ll go on a scavenger hike to look for early blooms and discover what animals are active at the water’s edge. Meet at Morse Farm at 3:30 pm. Wear sturdy shoes and bring a backpack with a snack, a water bottle, and a warm layer. We’ll finish our woods exploration by 5 pm. Kids 6 and under, please bring a parent.
Group Runs
Begin Thursday, June 4 at 5:30pm
Join the ORS runners for an evening of running for fun. Work it into your regular workout, come to meet other runners, or start running with us! Our experienced run leaders will decide on a route weekly, depending upon participants level, but most runs will be roughly 5 miles, there will be hills (come on, it's Montpelier!), but everyone needs some hills! Call Caroline or Carrie at Onion River Sports for more information.
Now thru May 31
Hit the Road for less right now with Instant Rebate Savings on a new Specialized road bike! Huge rebates on Specialized Tarmac Comp, Ruby Comp, Transition Comp, and Ruby Pro models - $400 to $750 off the regular retail price!Specials on Cannondale and Trek road bikes too!
Stop in for details and leave with your new road bike!
Montpelier Fashion Show
We need MODELS for June 6
Want to let your inner model loose and saunter down the runway in some great Onion River Sports, Shoe Horn or Onion River Kids clothing? Of course you do, so give us a call and model for an Onion River Store for this year's Montpelier Fashion show, we're looking for 2 men, 4 women and 2 kids (preferably 1 boy and 1 girl) to model for us. If you do, there's a $40 gift card in it for you! Call or e-mail Carrie at Onion River Sports if you're interested - 802-229-9409 or carrie@onionriver.com
Onion River Kids Scavenger Hike
Wednesday May 20, 2009 3:30pm - 5pm at Morse Farm
Come explore the spring woods with Onion River Kids on our first kids’ hike of the season! We’ll go on a scavenger hike to look for early blooms and discover what animals are active at the water’s edge. Meet at Morse Farm at 3:30 pm. Wear sturdy shoes and bring a backpack with a snack, a water bottle, and a warm layer. We’ll finish our woods exploration by 5 pm. Kids 6 and under, please bring a parent.
Group Runs
Begin Thursday, June 4 at 5:30pm
Join the ORS runners for an evening of running for fun. Work it into your regular workout, come to meet other runners, or start running with us! Our experienced run leaders will decide on a route weekly, depending upon participants level, but most runs will be roughly 5 miles, there will be hills (come on, it's Montpelier!), but everyone needs some hills! Call Caroline or Carrie at Onion River Sports for more information.
ORS Group Rides
Our group rides are rolling - participants must be familiar with the rules of the road, wear a helmet, and know how to change a flat (if you don't, come to our Friday Night Fix clinics)
All Rides leave from the Onion River Sports Parking Lot:
Ladies' Ride: Tuesdays at 6 pm, 20-30 miles, often with an A & B Group, no need to sign up, just show up!
Thursday Fast Rides: Thursdays at 6 pm (beginning April 30), this ride is a fast, training oriented ride, for full description here.
Tuesday Morning Rides: Tuesdays from 6 - 7:30 am - early, but an easier pace with a no drop policy. Full description here.
Friday Night Fix
Get to know your bike and other bike enthusiasts
Fridays, twice monthly 6 to 7:45 pm at ORS
Join our mechanics for a clinic to get to know your bike, learn to fix a flat, and some basic bicycle maintenance. A great place to begin to learn about your bike or use as a refresher course. Clinics held on the following dates at Onion River Sports:
May 8, May 22, June 5, June 19, July 10, July17, August 7, August 21
Gear Review
Travel Gear at Onion River Sports
Summer means travel, so have the right travel gear!
Summer means travel, so have the right travel gear!
Just in, new travel packs, duffles, rolling suitcases and carry-on's from Eagle Creek, Mountain Smith, Patagonia, Osprey and more! We've been searching for the right travel gear - rugged, lightweight, easy to use, all the right pockets, and wheels that actually roll, and we think we've found it. Check out the ORV 30 for 6000 cu.in. of packing space, super sturdy wheels, durable rip stop outer with an extra tough bumper, and space for everything from your dirty hiking boots, to all those toiletries that you can't carry on!
Also, head down to The Shoe Horn for an expanded selection of carry on bags and rolling luggage from Timbuk 2 (great colors, great usability). Oh, and enjoy your trip!
Upcoming Events
2nd Annual Mountain Bike Film Night:
New World Disorder 9 - Never Enough
Saturday, May 16 shows at 6pm and 8:30 pm
Vermont Mountain Bike Association presents their 2nd year of mountain bike films at Main Street Landing in Burlington, VT - all the details here.
Ride of Silence
Wednesday, May 20 at 7pm
The VBPC is organizing a Ride of Silence in Montpelier on Wednesday, May 20 to remember all those injured or killed by motor vehicles while bicycling. Participants are asked to gather in front of the State House on State Street at 7:00 pm. The group will ride 12 miles in silence at a respectful pace while wearing black and red armbands, which will be supplied by the Coalition. This event is free and all are invited.
Sculptcycle Bike Collection - thru May 18
In conjunction with SculptCycle (www.sculptcycle.org/), FreeRide Montpelier is collecting donations of old bikes and bike-related parts and tools for local artists to use in their SculptCycle pieces this year! Starting today, you can bring donations to the FreeRide shop any time. If we are not open, you may leave them in front of the FreeRide garage door. Please take care not to block the Stone Environmental doors to the right. FreeRide is located at 89 Barre Street, Montpelier, VT 05602
it's a small grey building by the intersection of Hubbard and Barre, next to the new Fisher Auto Parts. the door is around back
May Tip of the Month from Montpelier Bikes
* Bicyclists - Ride on the right, with traffic. But, move to the left in the lane to avoid road debris, stay out of the car door zone, or to prepare for a left hand turn.
* Drivers - Wait until safe to pass a bicyclist. You really don't want to choose between a head-on collision and wiping out a bicyclist! On city streets, bicyclists may be going at traffic speed. Don't pass unless you really need to. Share the road - it's common courtesy and common sense!
Traffic Skills 101
May 16 at Montpelier High School
All-day bicycle handling and traffic skills course for adults, presented by Vermont Bicycle and Pedestrian Coalition. Includes classroom time, parking lot training, and road ride. $55 fee includes lunch. There is still room for at least 3 more people. Pre-registration required 225-8904
New World Disorder 9 - Never Enough
Saturday, May 16 shows at 6pm and 8:30 pm
Vermont Mountain Bike Association presents their 2nd year of mountain bike films at Main Street Landing in Burlington, VT - all the details here.
Ride of Silence
Wednesday, May 20 at 7pm
The VBPC is organizing a Ride of Silence in Montpelier on Wednesday, May 20 to remember all those injured or killed by motor vehicles while bicycling. Participants are asked to gather in front of the State House on State Street at 7:00 pm. The group will ride 12 miles in silence at a respectful pace while wearing black and red armbands, which will be supplied by the Coalition. This event is free and all are invited.
Sculptcycle Bike Collection - thru May 18
In conjunction with SculptCycle (www.sculptcycle.org/), FreeRide Montpelier is collecting donations of old bikes and bike-related parts and tools for local artists to use in their SculptCycle pieces this year! Starting today, you can bring donations to the FreeRide shop any time. If we are not open, you may leave them in front of the FreeRide garage door. Please take care not to block the Stone Environmental doors to the right. FreeRide is located at 89 Barre Street, Montpelier, VT 05602
it's a small grey building by the intersection of Hubbard and Barre, next to the new Fisher Auto Parts. the door is around back
May Tip of the Month from Montpelier Bikes
* Bicyclists - Ride on the right, with traffic. But, move to the left in the lane to avoid road debris, stay out of the car door zone, or to prepare for a left hand turn.
* Drivers - Wait until safe to pass a bicyclist. You really don't want to choose between a head-on collision and wiping out a bicyclist! On city streets, bicyclists may be going at traffic speed. Don't pass unless you really need to. Share the road - it's common courtesy and common sense!
Traffic Skills 101
May 16 at Montpelier High School
All-day bicycle handling and traffic skills course for adults, presented by Vermont Bicycle and Pedestrian Coalition. Includes classroom time, parking lot training, and road ride. $55 fee includes lunch. There is still room for at least 3 more people. Pre-registration required 225-8904
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