Local Spokes

09/15/2026

September is actually one of the best times of year to dial in your bike fit before the off-season. A lot of riders don't realize how much an improper fit affects comfort and performance until they fix it. 🚴‍♀️

Common signs you might need a fit check: knee pain after longer rides, hand or wrist numbness, lower back soreness, or feeling like you're always fighting the bike on climbs.

Come in and let's take a look before you put the bike away for the season. 🫡

09/14/2026

is a Charger⚡️

From the MTB Hall of Fame, arguably the biggest personality in mountain biking rides Aventon 🤝

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09/12/2026

September riding hits different. 🚴‍♂️

The summer crowds have thinned out, the air has that first hint of cool, and the roads feel like they belong to you again. If you've been waiting all summer for the perfect conditions, this is your month. Get out there while the riding is still this good. 🙌

09/10/2026

Stop in and see us TONIGHT!

09/09/2026

Bike rack setup matters more than most people realize. 😅

A few things to check before every trip: make sure the rack is rated for the weight of your bikes, that each bike is secured at the frame and not just by a wheel, and that nothing is spinning or shifting at highway speeds.

A quick tug test before you pull out of the driveway can save a lot of heartbreak down the road. Come in and ask us about rack options if you're still figuring out your setup. 🙌

09/07/2026

Take the ride “easy” rent an e-bike!

🚴Pedal with a Purpose! 🚴
Join us for our second annual Bike for Ballard event on October 10th! Grab your friends and ride along the Heart of Iowa Trail with local stops, prizes and an after-party!

Each registered rider receives:
✔ One free drink at participating local establishments at Flight Bar + Grille, Chris' Go-Go, The Slater Station, and Nite Hawk Bar & Grill
✔ Access to our poker run + the chance to win prizes
✔ Event t-shirt
✔ Entry to the post-ride party at Flight Bar + Grille
Ride Time: 12–4ish pm | After Party: 4–8ish pm

Not riding? You can still support by joining the after-party and/or purchasing a custom Ballard bike jersey (size up TWO sizes!).

Sign up today: https://givebutter.com/2026-bike-for-ballard

09/07/2026

Last day to take advantage of the Aventon Labor Day Sale.
$200 off Pace 5, Level 4 and Aventure

Call to get yours ordered today!

09/05/2026

Family rides this month have a little extra magic to them. ✨

The summer rush is over, the evenings are longer than they'll be soon, and there is still just enough warmth to make an after-dinner neighborhood loop feel like a real adventure. ☀️

09/04/2026

Another local option for our renters! 🚲 If you head east out of Slater, Flight Bar & Grill is just a little ways off the Heart of Iowa Nature Trail and worth checking out for a bite or a break along your ride!