Syracuse Ironman 70.3

 

1.2 miles of swimming.

56 miles of cycling.

13.1 miles of running.

4.5 to 8 hours to finish.

 

 

Don't let all those hours you've devoted to training over the past six months go to waste.  There is nothing worse than having a mechanical issue with your bike on race day.  So take a lesson from the Boy Scouts: Be Prepared.

 

Drop your bike off with us at least a week prior to race day and our service department will be happy to check it over and make sure it's in good working order. We will let you know if a tune-up or more involved repair work is required.

 

If you ride enough miles, you've likely discovered that you're bound get a flat at some point. Syracuse Bicycle service technicians will be driving the course on race day providing mechanical support, but you may have to wait awhile for them to reach you!

And remember to always carry everything you need to fix a flat on race day. That includes 2 spare tubes, tire levers, a CO2 inflater and 2 COs cartridges, all packed up neatly in a small bag that fits under your saddle.

 

 

 

FOR THE WEDDING OF

Ellie O'Neill

to

Paul Komanecky

 

As many of our customers have already heard, we'll be closed Labor Day Weekend for a very important event: the wedding of Syracuse Bicycle co-owner Paul Komanecky to Ellie O'Neill! We hope you'll join with us in wishing them much happiness in their future life together! Congratulations, Paul and Ellie!

Dear Cycling Friends,

 

We know it's hard to think about the cold weather when the thermometer is hitting 90 degrees this week. But let's face it. It's already September and those colder days will be here before you know it. And we are so enthusiastic about riding bikes that we want you to continue cycling well into October and even November! SmartWool, Patagonia and some great new Garneau clothing will keep you well protected on those cooler and even wet rides. We have a fantastic selection of jackets, knickers, and tights for fall (and winter!) riding in stock now!

But for now, let's ignore the fact that the colder weather is just around the corner. To help you through these last heat waves we have restocked our entire clearance rack with summer items up to 50% off. Pick up some new fashions while the weather still allows or just stock up for the spring thaw (psst...everybody loves holiday gifts from the bike shop!).

Happy School Year! Since the kids are back at school, this may just provide you with some spare time on your hands. What better way to start off what is always the most troublesome time of year for keeping in shape than to get back on that bike? For all the ladies out there, Trish will be leading Women on Wheels Thursday beginner rides each week at 11am starting September 16th. Each week will feature a new cycling "lesson"--from fixing a flat to the most efficient way to tackle our locals hills.

Go for a ride, chop wood for the campfire, paint the garage, or hit your local coffee shop for a latte...you can do it all and look great if you're wearing Patagonia clothing! Their products are warm, comfortable and fashionable.  And that's not all.  With the company's dedication to various environmentalism efforts, you can also feel good about wearing their products.

Patagonia features clothing for all kinds of outdoor activities including fly fishing, alpine climbing and trekking! But for those of us who prefer to stick to our more conventional sports such as cycling and hiking, Patagonia doesn't fail. Everything from waterproof shells to temperature-regulating fleece jackets, Patagonia delivers. Comfortable, durable, sensible and fashionable all reflect what the clothing is about.

Patagonia's mission is to "use business to inspire and implement solutions to the environmental crisis." Their blog The Cleanest Line is a medium that Patagonia uses to create dialogue and conversation between employees, friends and customers about not only their products but the environmental issues that we face today.

Patagonia uses top-of-the-line fabrics to bring to you the best clothing to face the elements in both athletics and leisure. Come see our stock of Patagonia and be the first to sport what's sure to be a fabulous trend this winter!

Don't miss this opportunity to get your packet before race day and also pick up any last minute items you may need for the race such as tubes, CO2 cartridges, Power Gels/GU packets, etc.

 

 

Thursday, 9/2 and Friday, 9/3 ONLY!

 

15% off MSRP all Nutrition Products

15% off MSRP All In-Stock Apparel and Accessories

(excluding Car Racks & Car Rack Accessories)

10% off MSRP All in-Stock Wetsuits

25% off MSRP Any ONE Apparel Item

10% off MSRP ANy In-Stock 2010 Bicycle

 

The Skinny Man Triathlon is a part of Skaneateles' two day Labor Day Race Weekend. On Saturday morning triathletes will compete in the sprint triathlon beginning with an 800 yard swim at Clift Park. After the swim follows a 14 mile cycling route that rolls through the scenic fields of Skaneateles. Riders will face some mild hills and quick, steep kick ups that will surely string out the competition. Folling is a final 3 mile through Rt 20, E Lake Rd and Lakeview Circle.

There are few other towns better than Skaneateles to host a triathlon. Shops, cafes, and restaraunts line the quaint town's streets for a fantastic afternoon for spectators and athletes, alike.

Awards will be given to the top three male and female competitors and the top three finishers in each age category.

There is also a Skinny Mini Youth Event available on Saturday! Check out all the details and information on the race and the Sunday competitions on www.skanraces.com

Breast Cancer Awareness Ride
Saturday, October 9, 2010

Green Lakes State Park
Fayetteville, NY