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Edit: watch the recorded event on YouTube.
Past cargo bike webinar recordings are also available!
Perennial Cycle of Minneapolis, Kindred Cycles of Pittsburgh, Clever Cycles of Portland, and J. C. Lind Bike Co. of Chicago are presenting a free cargo bike webinar on February 4.
The goal is to empower you with enough information so you can make the best choice for your upcoming purchase. The presenters, who are avid riders and have been taking care of cargo bike users for many years, will share their experiences to help you along the way.
SO, if you're considering buying a cargo bike in 2024, take advantage of this excellent opportunity to learn from experts. We are bringing our knowledge to you, as we understand that many people are not fortunate enough to have shops like these in their neighborhood. We expect attendees from various locations, and will be thrilled to have people join our Zoom from anywhere.
Luke has been the owner and operator of Perennial Cycle, previously known as Calhoun Cycle, for over 30 years. Throughout his career, he has consistently shown his love and dedication for utility and cargo bikes. For many years, he eagerly waited for cargo bikes to become more popular among customers.
Today, Perennial Cycle is the go-to place for cargo bike enthusiasts in Minnesota. The shop also organizes a variety of community-oriented group rides and events. Rides organized in 2023 include the Queer History Ride, the famous Pastry Rides in April, several Family Fun Rides, and DJ Dance Rides.
Eva has been the co-owner of Clever Cycles since 2014. She has been a part of the retail bike industry for 17 years and is passionate about solving problems, working with numbers, and interacting with people. Eva is originally from New York's Hudson Valley but moved west for college and fell in love with the community. She is currently a member of the executive board of BikeLoudPDX and co-hosts the BikePortland podcast.
Clever Cycles is Portland's largest and first-ever bike shop that focuses entirely on bicycles as primary transportation. The shop mainly caters to urban households that want to reduce their dependence on cars.
J.C. Lind Bike Co. has been selling European city and cargo bikes in Chicago for the past 16 years. The owner, Jon Lind, believes that bikes are more than just modes of transportation; they are lifestyle vehicles that have the power to enhance their owners' lives. Jon's passion for biking began during his time living in the Netherlands, known for its cycling-friendly culture. Furthermore, Jon's interest in transportation biking runs deep, as he remembers his mother riding her bike to work every day, even in the snow, when he was a boy.
Aiming to help customers lead car-light urban lives, J.C. Lind Bike Co. provides practical and dependable bikes.
The 10th anniversary of Kindred Cycles is coming soon! Born and raised in Pittsburgh, Katharine developed a passion for cycling while residing in Boston and has been repairing bikes ever since. Kindred Cycles has become a reality of their dream — a place where cyclists using bikes for both transportation and pleasure can receive exceptional service and benefit from the vast commuting experience and knowledge available.
Undoubtedly, electric cargo bikes have proven to be a valuable asset to individuals and families seeking to replace their cars and embrace a bike-centric lifestyle. Kindred Cycles supports a diverse and expanding community of riders united in their determination!
The latest "Minnesota Stay Safe" order began today. Staying safe at Perennial Cycle is a priority. We are working hard to keep our employees and customers as safe as possible. Due to our deep concern about safety, we will continue to be open but we will also continue with our modified manner of operation:
Front Door Only
The shop back door and Dunn Bros. entry are locked. Please come to front door to be met by staff. You won’t be allowed to enter beyond the entry of the shop, but staff will help you using our new procedures listed below:
‘No Contact' Bicycle Service Drop-Off
Repairs and tune-ups will continue, though you will not be entering the shop. Please fill out this form to give mechanics information about your service needs. Bring your bicycle to the front door of the shop, and knock or give a call. Staff will meet you at door to take your bicycle after you step away. The mechanic will follow up with a phone call after they've looked over your bicycle to discuss service. No work will begin until you've approved it.
‘No Contact' Merchandise Pick-up
The majority of our merchandise is on our website and may be purchased online. Choose ‘curbside pick up’ and come to the front of the shop. If you need assistance, give a call at (612) 827-8000 or use the online chat on our website.
Bicycle Sales by Appointment
Bicycle sales are by appointment only after the shop has closed for the day. Test rides are available. Maximum two people per appointment. Sorry, but no children at this time. The appointments are currently being grouped by style of bike. There are a maximum of 4 slots per evening. Please fill out this form if you’d like to schedule a sales appointment. Or call (612) 827-8000.
Free Shipping
Order online and have accessories delivered. Shipping is free for qualified orders over $100.
New Hours
10-6 Monday - Saturday
Closed on Sundays
As we dig ourselves out of our latest Minnesota April snowstorm, we are looking forward to warmer weather and a pair of great events this weekend.
Join us Friday night at the shop for a Tiny Bike Shop Concert featuring FREE live music by The Decayed Realms, “an electronic rock duo from Minnesota comprised of Victoria Malawey and Brandon Patrick Sullivan. Their combination of live-performed melody and percussion create a big sound, with wordless narratives ranging from the slow and pensive to the cinematic and intense.”
Once you’ve pre-registered via EventBrite, if you’re one of the first 25 guests to arrive for Friday’s show you’ll receive a special swag bag from Perennial Cycle and our event partners! These bags are only available to ticketed guests, and your ticket also gets you an extra entry into our prize drawing for gear from Thousand, Handsome, the Banjo Brothers, and more! There’ll be be plenty of ways to get extra entries into the prize drawing — your participation in any of the activities going on in the shop gets you an extra ticket:
• Photo booth with Gloria from Thousand Helmets
• Test rides with Handsome Cycles’s Jesse
• Spin the Brompton Wheel of Misfortune with Banjo Mike & Eric
• Blackout Poetry with Patrick from #30DOB and Allison from the Perennial family
• Live T-Shirt Screen Printing with Sofie from Perennial **BRING YOUR OWN SHIRT (or another printable object)!**
• Acupuncture with Katherine from Diamond Stone Oriental Medicine
If you’ve been on a Perennial Cycle #pastryride before, you may already know Victoria and Brandon, whether you’ve met them as ride marshals checking you in for a ride or you even caught their performance on wheels! If you missed it, not to worry. It has been recorded in the annals of YouTube:
After a good night’s sleep, join us again Saturday morning at the shop for a special edition of our April #30daysofbiking Pastry Rides. Ride your bike with us to a local bakery, coffee shop, or other destination and enjoy pastries, coffee, and a raffle with sweet prizes. The April 21st ride is proudly sponsored by Thousand Helmets and Banjo Brothers, and will feature a portrait session so you can get a sweet photo with your bike.
Brianna Lane & King Mulhacen
This Friday, June 27, we're taking the Tiny Bike Shop Concerts on the road... or on the trail at least! Join us for a celebration of summer, bikes & music on the Banjo Brothers Main Stage [map] just off the Greenway at the Sabo Bridge from 4:00-6:30pm. Tuck a blanket in your bag, and ride on over with a friend. Enjoy free food from the grill courtesy of Banjo Mike & Banjo Eric. We'll be live-screen-printing T-Shirts and Posters to commemorate the day. Bring a blank T-Shirt and take home a memory!
All are welcome. Let us know you're coming on the event's Facebook page.
Tiny Show Event Schedule
4pm - Grill Fired Up!
5pm - Music by Brianna Lane and King Mulhacen
6pm - Prize Giveaways (must be present to win)
T-Shirts, Posters
Twin Six, Perennial Cycle, and Bodylish swag
A Pair of Banjo Brothers Waterproof Panniers
6:30pm - Post-show Ice Cream Social Ride led by Perennial Cycle Staff
PLUS: Weekend SALE!
This Tiny Show comes with a BIG Sale. In honor of our co-sponsorship of the Tiny Show, we're treating you to 25% off all in-stock Banjo Brothers gear* at Perennial Cycle Friday, June 27 through Sunday, June 29.
*This weekend's sale is good on all Banjo Brothers bags and gear, including saddle bags, trunk bags, backpacks, Minnehaha brand bags, t-shirts, shop aprons, and phone packs. 25% discount may be applied toward any one Banjo Brothers or Minnehaha Bag Co. item per customer. Applicable to in-store purchases of all in-stock Banjo Brothers merchandise. Sorry, discount may not be applied to previous purchases.
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