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For nearly three decades, Giant has devoted itself to the growth of both cycling and cycling culture. Giant has actively participated in the development of cycling, from that of simple transportation to
its current popularity as a recreational and sport activity.

Giant believes the bicycle brings quality to life, and it takes personal responsibility for improving the cycling experience. The ability to bring new and healthier lifestyles to customers around the globe makes Giant proud. The Giant name is synonymous with technological innovation and the state-of-the-art throughout the global bicycle industry. It represents a dedication to proving the best quality and most innovative bicycles to its customers. Behind the Giant name is a unique Global Giant, Local Touch and Total Best Value approach in designing, manufacturing and selling bicycles,
and a commitment to not only recreational and competitive cycling, but also the bicycle industry and the environment. Not Satisfied with being the world’s most widely known bicycle brand, Giant is in constant pursuit of its vision of becoming ‘The Best Bicycle Company in the World’. Come by for a test ride any time. No pressure sales staff will help you with your decision.

Marin Bikes was established in 1986 in San Anselmo, California and celebrates its 24th anniversary this year. Its offices lie in the shadow of Mt. Tamalpais, commonly referred to as the birthplace of mountain biking and
still at the heart of the sport. On advice from his doctor, founder Robert Buckley rode a mountain bike to help heal a nagging knee injury and quickly became passionate about the sport. He founded Marin Mountain Bikes upon
this passion and remains dedicated to the pursuit of the ultimate cycling experience. After 24 years Buckley remains at the helm of Marin, directing daily operations and is the creative drive behind the brand.
The first model to roll off the line was the Madrone Trail. Buckley teamed up with local Marin County bicycle enthusiasts to design the bike and realized quickly that he was in the process of changing his life and the lives of many around him. Providing bicycles with introductory price points along with
performance hand-built racing hardtails, Buckley and Marin Bikes toured the West Coast and the Rocky Mountains promoting and selling Marin Mountain Bikes.
According to Buckley, ‘After more than 20 years of business, we haven’t lost sight of our core values. ‘I am committed to building a bicycle that is light-weight, durable and designed to give riders the highest quality ride for years to come. I’m proud of what this company has become.’

Marin Mountain Bikes first established its reputation with high performance mountain bikes. Today, the company offers a comprehensive line of nearly 90 bikes for all skill levels and preferences, in the Mountain Biking, Road Cycling, City, and Juvenile categories. Come by for a test ride any time.

Folding Bicycles. This is what Dahon is all about. The world leader in this market where it’s operated for more than 20 years, always with a commitment to provide functionality, quality and constant technological innovation.

Dahon folding bicycles are perfect for transporting in your car, traveling or simply storing in a corner of your apartment. It is not surprising that Dahon already has more than 2 million customers in all corners of the world. So if you are looking for a high quality, portable bike, you are in the right place. Come by for a test ride any time.

ELECTRIC BICYCLES AND SYSTEMS

EZee electric bicycles are built with advanced materials and engineering that augments rather than replace the human empathy for movement, bringing back the joy of mobility and giving the world a real, fun and efficient form of transportation. Come by for a Test ride. You’ll be amazed.

BionX Intelligent Mobility Products

BionX Intelligent Mobility products are the system of choice for many world renowned bicycle manufacturers, when it comes to powering their electric bicycles. In addition, our BionX retrofit kits allow you to convert your current bicycle into an electric one. It installs on almost any bicycle and can drastically improve your commute, training and lifestyle..

RECUMBENT BIKES AND TRIKES

Why Recumbent? Well, there are two types of riders that prefer recumbent bicycles. First,the speed crowd. They put the aerodynamics of the recumbent bike to good use, cutting the turbulent air a regular diamond frame generates. In fact, a recumbent rider can benefit by up to 20 percent more co-efficiency. The second type of rider is ion the pain crowd. If you suffer from any upper body maladies you’re going to enjoy cycling again with this laid back and lumbar-supported riding position. Also, you’re going enjoy the scenery as you ride. You’ll remember more of your ride cause you’ll be looking straight ahead instead of at a yellow line. Ideal for touring and commuting, a recumbent bike will have you laid back and loving it.

Bacchetta Recumbents

Bacchetta builds one of the most respected line of recumbents available today. For 2011 they continue to add to their line of recumbents. Whether you’re out for a casual ride, loading it up for commuting, or touring or training for that next big race, Bacchetta has the recumbent bicycle to fit your needs.

The Cambie Recumboni aka the best long wheel base out there.. period.

If you’re looking for a LWB to tour and/or commute with, the Cambie Recumboni certainly deserves a good look. It’s a well-made, practical bike that still offers good performance. It’s slew of well-thought-out details, durable construction and long list of stock accessories combine to make the Recumboni a bike that is very easy to live with. Cambie Recumboni is a very capable package that quietly does everything that is asked of it and more. rcnreview

Sun EZ1 and EZ3 Trikes

If riding a recumbent is easy and comfortable, then riding a recumbent trike is even better. With a recumbent trike, the rider gets the comfort and mechanical pedaling advantage along with the stability and confidence a trike brings. I had good control while riding down the street. After the third time up and down the street I thought: “Yeah baby, this is wonderful and I’m hooked” exclaimed an excerpt from Recumbent & Tandem Rider Magazine. “All things considered, I do think the trike is a good value for anyone interested in riding for recreation, fitness, or commuting”, said BentRider magazine, a publication devoted to recumbent bicycles.

SUNLITE HITCH RACKS

Easily adjustable wheel holders

Fits 2-regular or 2-recumbent two wheel bikes
fits 1-adult trike or 1-recumbent trike
Padded top clamps
No-wobble-no tools hitch system

Publications of interest:

Well, a new customer of mine and I were talking in the shop the other day. He was someone who appreciated the older style of bike manufacturing. After some discussion he wrote down this website for me to peruse. If you're fan of steel framed bikes, its a great site to check out;
http://www.scoop.it/t/classic-steel-bikes
Pleasant Reading.

Another fantastic link here is 'Ode to the bicycle'. Check this video
out here.
http://www.dolectures.com/lectures/an-ode-to-the-bicycle/
Truly an inspiration to watch. You'll find a new appreciation for that steed you ride.

Location and Hours

#1-1610 Island Hwy Victoria, BC V9B 1H8

Just Past the Six Mile Pub, Same Side of the street

Lots of Free Parking

Open Tuesday to Saturday 9:30 AM - 5:30 PM

Sundays and Holidays 10AM - 4PM

Mondays CLOSED

Closed stat holidays November - March

Cars and Bikes. Who’s who?

I’ve been thinking about Old Man Warner in relation to the attitudes that many people have towards cycling and cyclists.

Those of us who are cycling advocates regard cycling as a form of mobility that improves individual lives, communities, economies, and the environment. To us, more cycling equals progress.

Whereas Old Man Warner thinks, “Next thing you know, they’ll be wanting to go back to living in caves, nobody work any more.”

None of us alive today have ever lived in a world without cars, and neither have the Old Man Warner’s of our world. Cars run through our traditions, our rites of passage, what it means to be a credible, respectable, functional member of society; what it means to be socially mobile.

We, of course, know that there have not always been motor vehicles and the enabling infrastructure. We are taught in school that Henry Ford “invented” the automobile in 1908. But we hardly remember the names of other great Americans, such as Prometheus who brought us fire, and Alexander Fleming who discovered penicillin.

Some of us even are aware that cyclists are responsible for the first public paved roads.

But try telling that to Old Man Warner.

To him, cycling — even accommodating cyclists — represents regression; even a slippery slope towards total societal corrosion.

Regression in maturity: An adult who rides a bike looks like childish.
Regression of civilization: In the “Third World,” people ride bikes because those societies are backwards.
Regression of economic class: Cycling is the transportation choice of last resort for the poor, who obviously aspire to own a car.
Regression in social standing: Anyone on a bike, if they can afford a car, must have a DUI or other shameful reason for it.

Did I leave out any of the stigmata of cycling?

The problem is that Old Man Warner is flat wrong about what it would mean to abandon the lottery. And his wrongness perpetuates a tragic practice. Everyone in the community perpetuates the practice; Old Man Warner is merely it’s most outspoken defender.