You love your bike, and you want it to last for many miles. Regular tune-ups are the best way to keep your bike riding safely and smoothly for a long time. Neglecting maintenance causes damage to add up over time, leading to costly repairs, so a little proactive care and cleaning will go a long...
Category: Informational Guides
Top 5 Bike Parts to Lubricate
Maybe you just bought a new bike, or maybe you’ve had your bike for a while. Either way, you want to maintain your bike so you can enjoy as many miles as possible, for as many years as possible. Good bike maintenance goes beyond a clean chain and inflated tires, so read on for our...
How to Select a Kid’s Bike
Does Santa need help picking out kids’ bikes for his “Nice List?” We’ve got some guidance for Santa’s helpers to find the right type and size bike for everyone on the nice list. Kids’ Bike Sizing You want a bike that will grow with your child. No one wants to buy a new kid’s bike...
Mix Up Your Run Routine This Fall
Have you gotten bored with the same old running routine? Did summer running leave you feeling burned out with running? Since we are seeing the beginnings of “fall” here in South Florida, maybe it’s time to mix up your running routine. The runners here at Bikes Palm Beach have some tips on how to mix...
Why You Need Pickleball-Specific Shoes for the Court
Why on earth would we, a bike/run/swim shop, be talking about pickleball shoes, you may ask? Many of our staff and customers play pickleball—including cyclists, runners, and swimmers. It’s fun and a great way to cross-train for other sports. It also breaks up the monotony of training. And Bikes Palm Beach now has them in...
Signs It’s Time to Replace Your Running Shoes
“300 to 500 miles.” “Four to six months.” All runners have heard (and often ignored) these guidelines for replacing running shoes. So, which is it? How do you know when it’s time to replace them? Bikes Palm Beach isn’t just a bike store–we have some advice for our runner friends on when to replace their...
2023 UCI MTB XC Worlds Preview
UCI’s Mountain Bike World Championship is about to begin near Glasgow, Scotland. The competition will happen mainly in Glentress Forest, known for technical climbs and fast descents. Riders will need to be ready to shreddy on these rowdy courses in Scotland. This year’s events and courses promise to deliver plenty of stoke, with technical features...
Bike Registration
Registration is a quick and easy way to protect your new bike investment and should be done immediately after purchase. It provides a record of your serial number in case your bike is ever lost or stolen, and will help bike manufacturers get in touch with you regarding important product information. Get Started with Your...
Biking in the Heat: Tips to Keep You Cool and Safe
Always prioritize your safety and well-being when riding a bike. Riding a bike in extreme heat can pose a danger to your well-being; however, with careful planning, you can mitigate risks and enjoy cycling in hot weather. Here are our tips for staying cool and safe during periods of time with higher temps. Remember, it’s...
Top 4 Tips for New Bike Owners
Congrats on the new bike! Now what? You took the plunge and bought that shiny new bike, so what comes next (besides riding it, of course)? Here are our top 4 tips for new bike owners in case we missed something on new bike day in our store. Just in case you have questions that...