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Our Shop Co-owner Steven "Butch" Morrissey is one of the most experienced, talented bicycle mechanics in the country.
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How to Clean and Tune Your Own Bike
Q: I want to clean & tune up my own bike, what do I need to do? A: Well there are a few things you will need to do. The first thing is to get the bike clean. Remember, a clean bike is a happy bike, and a happy bike is what we are looking for. A clean drive train is 40% more efficient than a dirty one. To tune your own bike, you will need a bike stand. A good quality bike work stand makes any repair work so much easier, and Park Tools makes the best on the market. Park has a variety, from a home style at about $100, to the big professional ones at around $750.00. In Europe I saw a few bike shops that hung two ropes with slip knots from the ceiling. One rope would grab the seat, and the other rope would grab the handlebars. Next you… Read More -
CycloCross: Origins and History
There are many stories about the origins of cyclo-cross. One is that European road racers in the early 1900s would race each other to the next town over from them and that they were allowed to cut through farmer's fields, over fences or take any other shortcuts in order to make it to the next town first. This was a way for them to stay in shape during the winter months and put a twist on road racing. In addition, riding off road in more difficult conditions than smooth pavement increased the intensity at which the cyclists were riding and improved their on the road bike handling abilities. Daniel Gousseau of France is credited as having inspired the first cyclo-cross races and organizing the first French National Championship in 1902. Géo Lefèvre, the originator of the idea for the Tour de France, also played a key role in the early… Read More -
Ladies Mountain Bike Ride
Last Sunday February 3rd Kim hosted the first Ladies Mountain Bike Ride. We tore up the trails over at Rocky Neck State Park and seeing I'm bit of a beginner I have to say I had a great time on my Jamis 650b wheel Nemesis mountain bike! According to Mountain Bike Action the 650 wheel size bike is the hot bike right now, beating the 29er's reviews. Perfect wheel size to rollover those rock and roots. The temps were at a mild 30 degrees and the trials were hard packed frozen earth, easy to ride. Wore my wind front tights from Louis Garneau, booties over the Sidi's and some nice wool top base layers along with my Terry cycling jacket. Yep I had the perfect technical clothing on, kept me warm and comfortable!! Oh and yes we do sell the stuff! Sadly I cannot commit to every Sunday to mountain… Read More
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About Niantic Bay Bicycles
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Niantic Bay Bicycles is owned and operated by Steve & Kim Morrissey.
Steve was the Head Olympic Mechanic at the 2000 Olympics in Sydney and has been a race mechanic around the world for a number of years. He has 25 years of cycling experience from being a USA Cycling Inc. Licensed expert coach, NORBA and USCF licensed official and licensed USA Cycling category 1 mechanic.
Kim is a marathon runner and cycling enthusiast. She has competed in the Mystic Places marathon in Niantic and various triathlons. Kim has over 15 years of customer service experience.