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Amazing Closeout Deals – up to 75% off – only at Erik’s – Snowboards, Skis,...
We have some great deals right now on outerwear, and more on the way by Friday 12/28/12 on Skis, Snowboards, Boots, Bindings and more online and in-store at Erik’s. These deals won’t last long, so if...
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Getting ready for the on-season – TruFit and Winter Overhauls at Erik’s
This time of year is a hard one for some riders. Maybe you haven’t yet discovered a winter sport you enjoy, or you simply look forward to trainer time as a way to prepare for the coming spring. It’s...
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Product Review – EZ Fit Auto Adaptable Insoles at Erik’s
Everybody’s feet are unique – every body is unique – and this presents challenges for some in bicycling, skiing, snowboarding as well as many other sports we participate in. How are feet are supported...
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FIT FRIDAY – an Introduction
We’re serious about riding, and we know many of our customers are as well, but even if you only get on your bike occasionally, you’ve dealt with issues of fit. For a lot of us, the first time may have...
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Wheel Upgrades – Why we like Hed Wheels
For 25 years, Hed has been at the cutting edge of wheel-making. This tradition continues with the Jet 7 set. With spring around the corner, bicyclists everywhere are pouring over specs and product to...
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Now you’ve done it – getting ready for Event Rides with Erik’s
Admit it, you thought about spring a little bit didn’t you? Maybe a lot with it being the end of February in the Midwest as I write this! This time of year we see a lot of people who come into the shop...
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Get the Right Bike – Your First Triathlon
It happened to me a few years back – I had been perfectly happy biking my time away and someone suggested a triathlon. I signed up, excited about the new opportunity but unsure of what to make of it. I...
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Learning To Ride – Take Off the Training Wheels with Erik’s
Learning to ride a bike is one of the rites of passage of childhood. At some point, nearly everybody does it. Riding a bike on two wheels opens up whole new worlds to explore and adventures to take. As...
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TD Five Boro Bike Tour Report
Our entry today comes from Jason, Erik’s Director of Bicycle Purchasing. Jason recently returned from the TD Five Boro Bike Tour and gave this report: Last weekend I was invited by Raleigh to attend...
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How to Save Money and Gas by Riding Your Bike.
Gas prices in some places are over $4 a gallon today. In Minnesota, where it’s currently $4.29 per gallon, we have the distinction of being the second highest prices in the country (only Hawaii is...
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Race Report – Lutsen 99er
This past weekend, Erik’s mechanics were on site at the Lutsen 99er, held at Lutsen Mountains on the North Shore of Minnesota. Dave Seifert, Merchandising Coordinator with Erik’s completed the 99er and...
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Lutsen 99er – Race Report (cont’d)
Editors Note: This post is a continuation of yesterday’s post on the Lutsen 99er. Here we catch up with Dave on race day morning. To see yesterday;s post, click here. The race kicked off at 7:30...
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Things I’d never leave home without; Mountain Biking
A thought occurred to me on a recent mountain bike ride about what it takes to truly feel comfortable on the trail. We’ve all had those moments on any ride where you think of something you would like...
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Erik’s Warehouse Sale Information
Erik’s Bike Shop Announces their Warehouse Sale, September 11th through the 15th September 4th, 2013 – Bloomington, MN – Once a year, Erik’s opens up their 45,000 square foot warehouse to the public...
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Lease Youth Skis and Snowboards this Winter at Erik’s
It might not be snowing YET, but it’s not too early to think about your plans for winter. There’s no sense in being cooped up inside when there’s snow to slide down. At Erik’s we know that keeping...
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Pre-season snow tune special at Erik’s – Hurry before it snows!
We get it – We’re not ready to hang the bike up for the season either – but if the truth must be told, we see winter as the time where our passions collide and decisions of what to do each day just...
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Coming Soon to Erik’s – Borealis Fat Bikes
Every year the interest in fat bikes is growing, and with it the technology around them. Borealis bikes has been on the forefront of this with the introduction of their Yampa XX1 and Yampa x9/x0 bikes....
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Fun Fatbike Edit from Erik’s staff.
Zach, Erik’s Service Manager at the Burnsville, Minnesota store recently put together this edit of a fat bike ride at Lebanon Hills in Eagan. With the recent snow in the Midwest, conditions are perfect...
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Coming Soon to Erik’s – Cogburn Outdoors Fat Bikes
Forage, fish, hunt, explore. Erik’s is excited to announce that we will be adding fat bikes from Cogburn Outdoors to our current fat bike lineup. Whether you’re looking to explore a quiet trout stream,...
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How can I Make Indoor Cycling Fun and Less Boring?
With a couple of solid cold snaps in the Midwest this winter, everyone’s well aware of the dreaded “Polar Vortex.” Sure – you consider yourself hardy, but maybe you don’t want to brave the elements to...
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