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June 23, 2016
Chengdu Community Events General

Best. Summer. Ever.

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While it may be heating up outside, we’re doing everything in our power to keep things cool around the shop. Cool specials, cool events, cool rides and cool projects are always going on within our doors. In fact we’ve got a pretty strong commitment to doing nothing but the coolest thing on the block and we hope we can share that with you.  Read more

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June 23, 2016
Chengdu General Pictures Products Special Projects

Cool Treats, Hot Trike.

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Several months ago we made friends with the proprietor at Xian Cao Mi (仙草宓) an awesome chain of shops that make delicious Taiwanese treats. We chatted at length about bikes naturally. He was a big fan some of our previous projects including the beer trike we put together for Lazy Pug last summer. Being a big part of the food and beverage community here in Chengdu, he was hip to a number of other awesome little shops looking to get into vending by trike.  Read more

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June 16, 2016
Chengdu Community Events

Friday Night Ride.

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It’s hard to believe but two weeks have already come and gone.  That means the next Friday Night Ride is coming up.  Now that the summer season is here and the weather is lovely, we’ll be expecting 50+ riders to join in for tunes, friends and a slow sweep of Chengdu’s streets. 
Here are a few details as to what to expect: 

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June 16, 2016
Chengdu Community General

Enhance Your Ride.

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There’s a number of things you can do to improve the experience of riding, but nothing is more effective than setting a goal.  We’re not talking purely in fitness terms, but having a clear idea of what motivates you to ride can hugely impact the way you bring riding your bicycle into your everyday life.
Maybe you want to cycle to work at least 3 days a week.  It could be that you’ve set a goal to ride a certain amount each week.  Or it may just be that you are interested in finding a new place each time you go out and explore the world by bike.  Either way, a goal like any of these is a super practical way to enhance your experience on the road.  It tends to take the mundane feeling out of hopping on the old bicycle and setting out time and time again. 

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June 10, 2016
Chengdu Events General People

The End is Nigh!

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If you haven’t already noticed, we’re going full tilt with our June customer appreciation specials.  In addition to an extra special “Last Friday Night Ride Ever” this past week, a maintenance workshop the following day and a sprucing up around the shop, we’ve been offering some incredible deals on all merchandise in the shop.  Complete bikes, whether custom built or off-the-shelf, are marked a full 20% off list.  That’s an insane deal!  Outside of sweet specials on completes, we’re offering everything else in the shop for 10% off. Bike accessories, parts, clothing, you name it.  Everything is marked off, even our extra awesome and professional repair services.  Got a question?  Shoot us a message or stop in to see what sweet new swag you can make off with today.  Don’t wait though.  These specials only last until this upcoming Sunday, June 12th!

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June 9, 2016
Chengdu Community People Products Special Projects

Asahi Social!

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We like to think of our shop as the hub of community activity.  Not only is it a great place to come for bikes, service or picking up new parts, but we also take a great deal of pride in creating a space for our friends to share.  Outside of being big fans of bikes, we’re also big fans of good beer.  That’s why now we’re offering cold Asahi beer on-tap.  In the neighborhood and looking to quench your thirst?  Stop in and have a frosty brew and chat us up about bikes.  It’s a great one-two punch to round out your day. We’ll now be offering cold pints of Asahi for ¥30. Swing by for Happy Hour, Tuesday through Friday, 5 p.m. to 8 p.m., and get a pint for only ¥20!  You couldn’t ask for a refreshing beer at a better price!  Cheers to riding!

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June 8, 2016
General

Can’t Stop, Won’t Stop.

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This past week you may have noticed we pulled a prank on our friends. Anymore at the shop we’ve got a million-and-one projects going on, but a big one that’s been on our plates for the past few months was re-doing our old shop sign.  The original had begun to fall to bit sand was looking a bit worse for the wear, so as they say: Out with the old, in with the new!  We set in on it early Friday morning hoping to have it installed along with a few other minor changes in the shop sorted before the Friday Night Ride.  As we began tearing out the old sign, an idea crossed our minds.  “What if this were the last Friday Night Ride, ever?” With a picture of the sign half removed, it had the potential to convince a few folks that hey, maybe it was the last one ever. 

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June 3, 2016
Chengdu Natooke Products Products

Fly Your Colors!

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Our newest kit has been super popular.  With fresh summer colors and a cool old-school vibe, it’s hard not to like the its look.  Not only is the kit good looking, but it has a number of incredible features that set it apart from your standard cycling attire.  Read more

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June 2, 2016
Chengdu Community Events

Ziyang Reservoir Ride

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This is the next in continuation of this summer’s countryside rides wherein we explore the outlying areas of Chengdu.  You ready to escape the heat and the sound of the city?  Well plan on joining us on Saturday, June 11 for a day of riding in the rural reaches of the Sichuan basin.  Read more

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June 1, 2016
Chengdu Community Events

Maintenance Workshop

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As part of our customer appreciation special, we’ll be hosting a free maintenance workshop.  Anyone and everyone is welcome to attend.  Here are the details:

Starting at 11:00 a.m. sharp, this Saturday June 4th. Be at Natooke as we’ll give everyone a crash course in the basics of bicycle mechanics.

Learn how to fix a flat tire, clean and lube your drivetrain, adjust your brakes and a few other tips and tricks to keep your bike riding smooth.  Expect the course to run about an hour an a half.  Not convinced?  We’ll have a few extra free goodies for those in attendance!

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