We all agree that bikes are a fun way to get around and stay fit. Let’s not forget that they require regular maintenance for optimal performance. Unfortunately, if you’re not very familiar with proper bike maintenance, it can be easy to make mistakes, leading to costly repairs or accidents down the road. We compiled a...
Author: Julia
How to Choose the Right Bike for Older Riders
Cycling is a great, low-impact form of exercise that can help anyone maintain their health and well-being. Staying active becomes more important as we age, especially since reflexes and mobility become more limited than when we were younger. For older adults, choosing the right bicycle can be intimidating, especially if they are new to cycling,...
Practical Tips for Safe Running
For most runners, there’s something almost meditative about lacing up and going for a run, no matter the distance or the pace. Most of us want to be able to zone out and shut out the world when we are running, but there are some simple things we can do to ensure our runs are...
Best Tips for Riding in a Group Ride
So you’ve got that shiny new bike and are chomping at the bit to get out on the road and enjoy the wind in your face and fresh air with your riding buddies. After all, bike rides are more fun with friends. But maybe you’re a little nervous about riding in a group for the...
Where Should I Sell My Bike?
“Where should I sell my bike?” “Can I get more money for my bike if I sell it myself?” “How much is my bike worth?” “Does Bikes Palm Beach buy used bikes?” These are just some of the questions we frequently answer at Bikes Palm Beach. If you’re unsure of the process, It can be...
5 Reasons to Buy Your New Bike at Bikes Palm Beach
If you love bikes as much as we all do, you probably drool over every new model that you see out on group rides or while watching pro races or even in our shop when you bring your current bike in for service. Here at the store, we all drool over the new bikes when...
Pedal Assist vs Throttle E-Bikes
What’s the difference between pedal assist versus throttle powered e-bikes? You know that thrill you get when you ride your bike really fast and it feels almost effortless? Kind of like what I imagine dogs feel when they stick their heads out of car windows and catch that wind. You know—that feeling. That’s what it...
Ultrasonic Bike Parts Cleaning
Ultrasonic Bike Parts Cleaning: What’s the big deal? If you’re like most bike owners, one of the things you probably dread most about bike maintenance is cleaning your chain and groupset. Let’s face it–it’s dirty and greasy and nearly impossible to clean to a point that at least looks decently clean. Some of us have...
Folding Bead vs Wire Bead Tires
What is the difference? HINT: It’s not just the packaging! Most riders don’t spend a lot of time thinking about whether their bike is equipped with folding bead vs wire bead tires. Our focus tends to be on: “Hey, what’s going to hold up best for the longest amount of riding time?” When I first...
Back to School
It’s back-to-school time at Bikes Palm Beach, too Parents and kids are shopping for supplies for the upcoming school year. Bikes Palm Beach has a great selection of bikes, helmets, apparel, backpacks and gear that your student athlete needs to start the school year on the right foot, er, wheel. You won’t find these items...