Supporting YOUR Local Business

To start off, we love our customers and love how you support us.  Tom found a great article and wants our customers to understand the research out there that backs up supporting local businesses instead of big chains or even Internet shopping.

The title of the article is: Improve the economy, buy local.

Civic Economics did the research and found out by comparing 22 independent retailers and restaurants with 4 chain stores and 3 national restaurant chains:

The LOCAL retailers returned an average of 52% of their revenue to the local economy compared to 14% of the chain retailers.  The LOCAL restaurants returned 79% compared to 30% for the chain restaurants.  There are five categories that were looked at as well:

1.  Profits paid out to LOCAL owners - Tom has been a local business operator for 30+ years
2.  Wages paid to LOCAL workers - We all live in the local communities and spend our money locally
3.  Procurement of goods services for internal use - When Tom is looking for something done at the shop he always uses local people
4.  Procurement of local goods for resale - Although there are no local "bike" manufacturers, Tom is a big supported of the local race scene and helps support many racers as well with Team Discounts.
5.  Charitable giving within the community - You see Tom's van at every charity ride around and he also supports many other charities behind the scenes that only us in the shop or those involved with the charity ever get to see

Of course we want you to buy everything bike from Tom's.  But I am also pretty confident that Tom would rather you spend money at a local shop instead of purchasing elsewhere.  We have many sales throughout the year that allow you to save on big ticket purchases and just think about the local ramifications of buying that spare part over the Internet - you are supporting their location not your own.  

This is one way you help grow the local economy - purchase local!

Once again - thanks for all of your support!

Be on the lookout for a HUGE BIKE AND WHEEL CLEARANCE SALE COMING SOON!  2015 models are filtering in and we need to clear space out for them.

There is a big weekend of racing coming up.  Starts Friday August 1st with the Larkinville Crit and then we have a 2 Days of Buffalo Omnium.  Even if you don't race it should make for some great bike race viewing some come on out this weekend and support the Buffalo Race Scene and cheer on your favorite Tom's rider!

Check out our Events Page for upcoming rides and events at Tom's Pro Bike

Tom's Pro Bike
3687 Walden Avenue
Lancaster, NY 14086
(716) 651-9995
email: tom@tomsprobike.com

Bike Industry News Wednesday

Congrats to Vincenzo Nibali and his 2014 Tour de France victory.  And here is a rundown of his S-Works Tarmac that he rode to victory.



Keeping in line with the S-Works models - Here is the S-Works Demo for 2015.



Fi'zi:k came out with a Size Specific Saddle for the 29'er Market - The Thar.  You can read more information ABOUT IT HERE and if you would like to order one stop by the shop for more information.

For more information on any of these items stop by and see us.  We are open from 10-6 today.

There is a big weekend of racing coming up.  Starts Friday August 1st with the Larkinville Crit and then we have a 2 Days of Buffalo Omnium.  Even if you don't race it should make for some great bike race viewing some come on out this weekend and support the Buffalo Race Scene and cheer on your favorite Tom's rider!

Check out our Events Page for upcoming rides and events at Tom's Pro Bike

Tom's Pro Bike
3687 Walden Avenue
Lancaster, NY 14086
(716) 651-9995
email: tom@tomsprobike.com

Bike Industry News

Just a quick reminder about tonight's Service/Repair Clinic at Tom's Pro Bike.  Bike Maintenance/Repair Clinic - click on this link to register so we can get a good food count and have enough chairs for everyone!



Here is a first ride impression of Campagnola's updated 11 speed mechanical drivetrain that was released this year.



There are a lot of new releases coming from Specialized and here is Post #1 and Post #2 for you to drool over (Note they are different links so click them both for more reading enjoyment).



Looking for a Cobb Saddle for long days in the saddle?  Check out the new Randee by Cobb.

Remember to stop by the shop for more information on any of these items or to just browse our cool inventory of bikes, clothing and accessories.  We are open from 10-6 today with Service Clinic at 6:30.

Check out our Events Page - Service Clinic 7/23/2014 @ 6:30pm. You can register online at the above link.

Tom's Pro Bike
3687 Walden Avenue

(716) 651-9995
email: tom@tomsprobike.com

Bike Industry News

Just a reminder to start the day off that Tom's Summer Sale is still taking place so if you are in need of clothing, nutrition, accessories, or a new bike stop by and check out our great deals!



Specialized has a new helmet out - the S-Works Evade. HERE is a review of it for you if interested.



Preliminary start lists are out for the 101st Tour de France next month.  Check out your favorite team HERE and see if your rider made the cut!



Specialized is introducing a new wheel for mountain bikes - The Roval Traverse: 

To prove the concept, the engineering team used an angled grip table to simulate leaning a bike over in a corner. This helped them visualize what happens to tires at load, and proved the wider is better concept wasn’t just a placebo.

Studying the graph, you can see that the tire on the wider rim moves less under the same amount of force, which translates to better support and handling on the trail.

 

Available in Aluminum and Carbon.

 

A great way to test the your new Mountain Bike out is in the southern tier this week - Ellicottville Wednesday Night race series is tonight and the Raccoon Rally is this weekend also. A great week to get muddy and sweaty on the mountain bike!

Check out our Events Page to find out what is going on around the shop and don't forget time is running out to get your bike serviced for The Ride for Roswell June 28th!

If you are interested in learning about XTERRA Syracuse or XTERRA ASP and doing training in group settings stop by the shop for more information.

Tom's Pro Bike
3687 Walden Avenue
Lancaster, NY 14086
(716) 651-9995
email: tom@tomsprobike.com


 

 

 

 

 

Bike Industry News

Here is Rigoberto Uran's S-Works Tarmac painted in his Native Columbian colors.



SRAM is releasing a little brother project to XX1 called XO1.  A tad bit heavier but less expensive than XX1, the XO1 gives you a great selection of gears to chose from!


Tom's Pro Bike Ladies Ride on May 31st was part of a nationwide event from Specialized that attracted over 1,000 participants.  Thanks ladies for coming out and help making this a great event.

SUMMER SALE STARTS TOMORROW - BE ON THE LOOK OUT FOR MORE INFORMATION

A great way to test the your new Mountain Bike out and to start off the Mountain Bike season is to race. Single Track Racing is hosting a 6 (Only 1 left) race series at Sprague Brook on Tuesdays. Check out their Facebook Page for more information orRegister Here. This is in full swing and to help support Mountain Biking in Western New York come on out for the next 4 races (or 1 or 2 or 3 if that is all you can make). The group that runs these races are good folk and deserve our support!  Ellicottville Wednesday Night race series starts tonight also!

Check out our Events Page to find out what is going on around the shop and don't forget time is running out to get your bike serviced for The Ride for Roswell June 28th!

Huge clothing sale taking place right now - stop by and check out our inventory! Included in this great sale is Mavic Mountain Bike Clothing and road and mountain bike shoes as well.

Don't forget if you are contemplating the XTERRA Syracuse or XTERRA ASP to let us know if you are interested in joining a training team at Tom's as well.

S-WORKS 2014 Spring Clearance Sale! In-Stock Merchandise only!

Tom's Pro Bike Service

3687 Walden Avenue

Lancaster, New York 14086

Phone: (716)651-9995

E-Mail Us: tom@tomsprobike

http://www.tomsprobike.com/

Bike Industry News Wednesday

Well this bike speaks very loudly to me and I cannot wait for July 15th and the release of the Specialized Diverge.  Details are very limited right now but if you are looking for a "gravel grinder" and multi-purpose bike well this just might be the ticket for you!  Keep tuned in and we will provide more information when it is available.



Campagnola is releasing updated mechanical groups and it seems to be focused on improved shifting response.



Today is like the Mother of All Days to make Blogger Bill smile.  First a gravel grinder and now fat bike carrying abilities.  Saris is adding "Fat-Tire" trays for it's Freedom Racks.  If you have the Freedom and a Fat Bike stop by and we can order them in for you!



To wrap up the day here is the S-Works Almira SL4 of pro rider Evelyn Stevens.  More pictures available here!

A great way to test the your new Mountain Bike out and to start off the Mountain Bike season is to race. Single Track Racing is hosting a 6 (Only 2 left) race series at Sprague Brook on Tuesdays. Check out their Facebook Page for more information orRegister Here. This is in full swing and to help support Mountain Biking in Western New York come on out for the next 4 races (or 1 or 2 or 3 if that is all you can make). The group that runs these races are good folk and deserve our support!

Check out our Events Page to find out what is going on around the shop and don't forget time is running out to get your bike serviced for The Ride for Roswell June 28th!

Huge clothing sale taking place right now - stop by and check out our inventory! Included in this great sale is Mavic Mountain Bike Clothing and road and mountain bike shoes as well.

Don't forget if you are contemplating the XTERRA Syracuse or XTERRA ASP to let us know if you are interested in joining a training team at Tom's as well.

S-WORKS 2014 Spring Clearance Sale! In-Stock Merchandise only!

Tom's Pro Bike Service

3687 Walden Avenue

Lancaster, New York 14086

Phone: (716)651-9995

E-Mail Us: tom@tomsprobike

http://www.tomsprobike.com/

Bike Industry News

Here is a review of Pro Racer Dan Martins Cervelo S3.  We stock the Cervelo line at Tom's Pro Bike so stop on by and check out our inventory.



SRAM is working through their Hydraulic Road Brake issue and here is write up about what has changed to make the system work properly.



Here is a Review by Art's Cyclery of the updates and a video as well.  Hopefully this is corrected and those that want to give SRAM's Hydraulic System a go will be able to moving forward.

EVENT SCHEDULE is up at the website. Check out our upcoming 2014 events and pre-plan your schedule!

May is National Bike Month - why don't you try and commit one more bike commute to work than you did in April as a motivational tool. Remember we have all the tools available to make your commute dry, safe, and comfortable!

A great way to test the your new Mountain Bike out and to start off the Mountain Bike season is to race. Single Track Racing is hosting a 6 (Now 5) race series at Sprague Brook on Tuesdays.  Check out their Facebook Page for more information or Register Here.  This is coming up fast so go on line and register for the series even if you think you can't make them all so you can help Mountain Biking in Western New York.  The group that runs these races are good folk and deserve our support!

Huge clothing sale taking place right now - stop by and check out our inventory!Included in this great sale is Mavic Mountain Bike Clothing.

Don't forget if you are contemplating the XTERRA Syracuse or XTERRA ASP to let us know if you are interested in joining a training team at Tom's as well.
S-WORKS 2014 Spring Clearance Sale! In-Stock Merchandise only!

Tom's Pro Bike Service
3687 Walden Avenue
Lancaster, New York 14086
Phone: (716)651-9995
E-Mail Us: tom@tomsprobike
http://www.tomsprobike.com/