On December 16th, 2018, the crew at 718 got Wilderness First Aid and CPR certified.
Miles of Portraits
When @annalisavdbergh and @erikdoudsride their nearly 100-pound loaded bicycles, people ask them questions. A lot of questions
2018 Bike Shop Day
Wheelbuilding Class Redux
Winter Riding Class
On November 30, Genesiss or Brujofnyc (professional NYC Messenger) gave a talk and demonstration of winter riding techniques in the shop.
Mighty Hatchet: Origins
718 Cyclery has been a leader in creating trips and adventures for NYC cyclists for years. The idea for Mighty Hatchet came in 2018, as we sought a path to reach a different set of customers, while staying true to who we are and the customers who got us here.
"Friendly Fire" Class
Backpack Stove Guide (from Mighty Hatchet)
Making Char Cloth
Fall 2018 Women's Intensive Class 1
Safety Pizza Ride
On October 8. 2018, Chris Jones (the creator of Safety Pizza) led a ride from the shop to Spumoni Gardens in Bay Ridge for some pizza.
America's Best Bike Shops 2018
Farewell Afred
Enter Steadman
2018 WeBike Touring 101
No Early-Bird Special
No Earlybird or Winter Tune Up discounts at 718 Cyclery. We strongly believe in never discounting labor. We have some of the best mechanics in NYC, whose expertise is worth the same now as it is in June
718 is Looking...
718 Cyclery in Brooklyn NY is looking for a few great people. Understanding that traditional entry points to the bike industry might discourage applicants who may feel unwelcome or under-qualified, the shop has a mission to create opportunities for people who are underrepresented in the bike industry and will provide job training.
Women's Bike Maintenance Classes
This monthly class at 718 Cyclery is an open forum for women and gnc folks. There will be a topic planned as well as a chance to troubleshoot and discuss any maintenance questions. Plan to get your hands on bikes for a deeper understanding of bicycle mechanics. Those of all skill levels are encouraged to come whether to share knowledge and/or questions!
2016 Year in Review
2016 was an amazing year for 718 Cyclery. The retail environment for the bike industry is an ominous place. In 2016, we continued to focus our efforts on the things that we could affect, while not wasting energy on things we can't control (like the economy, the weather, the election, vendors/suppliers or the internet).
Never Never Never Ever Discount Labor
Why would we ever want to cut out from under us the one real leg we have to sta nd on?" This time of year (winter), it always seems a lot of shops offer tune-up deals. Is the idea is to bring in more work and get paid less for it? What is the point of that? Doesn't that get you back to where you started?