Hey folks, Time for another workshop! This one will be back-to-basics, covering how to repair a flat tire! We’ll go over patching tubes, tire wear, you name it. 6:30pm – 7:30pm, free for members, by donation for everyone else! See you there!
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We’re offering an introduction to Bicycle Mechanics through Nanaimo Parks, Rec and Culture Saturday September 28 and October 5th, 1-3:30pm @ Harewood Activity Centre Save money and gain knowledge on bike repairs. Focus will be on areas and parts that are frequently in need of service, such as brakes, gears, chain and […] Read More
Hey VIU students! did you know you get a 10% discount all the time on all regular priced items and services in our shop including bikes, parts, accessories, and tune-ups? Drop by and get everything you need for bike commuting to school. Just show your valid VIU student ID. Thanks […] Read More
We’ve recently developed some new policies that allow us to entertain offers of trade and barter. So for those of you that prefer not to use money and have some time, skills or abundance to offer, let us know. Customers now also have the opportunity to pay through labour trade. […] Read More
..That we have 650 members currently? ..That we’ve already had 700 hits to our website this September? ..That we’ve had 76,978 hits to our website in total?! Wow! Our Co-op is GROWING! THANK YOU EVERYONE FOR YOUR SUPPORT!
The rainy season is now upon us, but just because its wet out doesn’t mean you have to stop riding. With the right gear you can stay dry. With this thought in mind, we’ve decided to bring in some of the best wet weather clothing from a company that knows […] Read More
Riding a bike takes you places that you never thought you’d go (hopefully not over your handlebars), but one of the most important skills any cyclist needs is to know how to stop. That’s why this month’s W & LGBT workshop is all about the art of braking. We’ll discuss […] Read More
Time for another workshop! We’ll work on derailleur setup and adjustment! TUESDAY, Aug 27th, 6:30 -7:30. Free for members, by donation for everyone else!
So for quite some time Canadian Tire had a drill bit on sale that we really wanted but Nanaimo had none of them in stock. So I had the idea to take our e-bike to duncan with just one battery, grab the drill bit set, charge the battery at a […] Read More
Nanaimo CarShare Cooperative’s been on the road for over two years now! With 36 individual and 2 employer-members sharing two cars, the Co-op is making an impact in Nanaimo. Combined with cycling, walking, transit, taxis, and conventional rental car, carsharing may provide the critical piece of the mobility puzzle that […] Read More