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Kids’ Helmets: Finding the Right Size
It’s tough picking out a helmet for your child when they come in deliberately vague size ranges like “child,” “toddler” and “youth”. A toddler might fit into child-sized helmets or a kid might fit into...
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Get Your Kid The Right Bike
It’s summer time and time to get the kids riding! Maybe your child has grown out of their bike, or maybe you have a new little one who is ready to start riding. Regardless, you need to purchase a...
View ArticleBike Saddles (Part 1): Get Comfortable
One of the most common conversations at ERIK’S is how to find a comfortable bike seat. It’s difficult to know whether the stock seat on your new bike will fit you, and after a few early season rides...
View ArticleBike Saddles (Part 2): Find Your Size
This is the second part of our Bike Saddle blog series. If you haven’t yet, make sure to check out Part 1 here. Many riders find the bike saddle to be one of the most unpleasant parts of the bicycle....
View ArticleBike Saddles (Part 3): Shorts and Cream
This is the third part of our Bike Saddle blog series. If you haven’t yet, make sure to check out Part 1 and Part 2 here. The saddle makes the biggest contribution to posterior comfort, but you cannot...
View Article4 Reasons Why The Specialized Vado Is Awesome
Specialized has put together the latest in electric bike technology to create one of the most advanced e-bikes on the market. (New to electric bikes? Check out this e-bike blog.) We got a chance to...
View ArticleDo I Have to Ride A “Women’s” Bike?
“As a woman, do I have to ride a ‘women’s’ bike?” We get this question a lot. The short answer is ‘no,’ but the color isn’t the only difference between the men’s and women’s models. While most...
View Article8 Items You Need on a Charity Ride
At ERIK’S we often have people come into our shop who will be doing charity rides for the first time. One of the most common questions we get is, “What cycling gear do I need to complete one of these...
View Article4 Things to do Before Your Charity Ride
Charity rides are a great way to get out and meet new people, get some exercise in, and raise money for worthy causes. Maybe you’re riding 25-40 miles in the scenic suburbs. Maybe you’re gearing up for...
View ArticleLittle Bellas Is Awesome!
Know a girl interested in getting into mountain biking? Encourage them to check out Little Bellas – an organization geared (pun intended) to get young girls into mountain biking and so much more. We...
View Article13 Cycling Tips You Should Know
ERIK’S sponsors a group of cyclists that represent all types of riding. While some might find themselves on a podium, what all ERIK’S Ambassadors have in common is a love for cycling. This group...
View ArticleBrand New KICKR From Wahoo
Whaoo has just released the newest version of their already amazing KICKR Smart Trainer and there’s a few really cool upgrades! The biggest news is that the new KICKR will now accept an even wider...
View ArticleSpecialized Como E-Bike Test Ride
Specialized recently launched a brand new e-bike model called the Como. This is the second non-mountain electric bike that they have launched in 2017. (If you are not familiar with the Vado, check out...
View ArticleThe Best Rides for Fall Colors
Fall in the Midwest is a great time to go biking! Cooler days and brighter colors make for some fantastic trail riding. Here are our top picks for where to ride to see the best the Midwest has to offer...
View ArticleEpic 2018
The Epic has always been a rocket ship on dirt. For many years, Epic has been the choice for some of the world’s best and fastest racers. Ned Overend, Christoff Sauser, and others have piloted Epics to...
View ArticleBurton Step On Binding System
Burton has, once again, revolutionized snowboard technology with their Step On Binding System! What is Step On? Simply, it’s a brand new binding system that promises unprecedented convenience and...
View Article686 + Pabst Blue Ribbon = Sixer Jacket
Looking for the most cooler jacket on the mountain this year? (Keep reading, you’ll get the pun.) Tired of not having a Pabst Blue Ribbon beer always at your ready when you are braving the cold?...
View ArticleThe Art Of Layering: Dressing For Cold Weather
Riding on a 45 degrees day can feel like it’s 37 degrees at a modest speed of 15 mph. It is important to remember that air temperature is only one part of the equation when riding. On a bike, you are...
View ArticleLocker Board Skateboards
Locker Boards were invented by 12-year old Carson Kropfl. They have been featured on the TV show Shark Tank, and ERIK’S is the only retailer to sell these boards online! Carson Kropfl started Middle...
View ArticleSpecialized 2018 Dealer Event
A couple weeks ago ERIK’S attended the Specialized 2018 Dealer Event in sunny California. At the event, we got to try the latest and most awesome products. It’s fun to ride bikes! Below are some of...
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