Bicycling Organizations

League of Michigan Bicyclists (LMB) -- The LMB is a non-profit, tax-exempt statewide organization of more than 2,000 members working to improve conditions for bicycling in Michigan. Their aim is to make Michigan a more bicycle-friendly state. Their annual LMB Calendar of Bicycling Events is a great resource for those seeking an organized ride in Michigan.

Michigan Mountain Biking Association (MMBA) -- The mission of the MMBA is to promote responsible mountain biking and to work toward the goals of common land access and natural resource protection through interaction with policy makers, the cycling industry, race promoters, mountain bikers and other trail users. MMBA members receive a 10% discount on parts, accessories and clothing from Denny's Central Park Bicycles.

Tri-County Bicycle Association (TCBA) -- Serving over 2,000 bicyclists in mid-Michigan, the TCBA is the largest bicycle club in Michigan. In addition to four annual bicycle tours (including the DALMAC), the club offers a range of recreational rides almost every day.

International Mountain Biking Association (IMBA) -- The International Mountain Bicycling Association is a non-profit educational association whose mission is to create, enhance and preserve trail opportunities for mountain bikers worldwide. Since 1988, IMBA has been bringing out the best in mountain biking by encouraging low-impact riding, volunteer trailwork participation, cooperation among different trail user groups, grassroots advocacy and innovative trail management solutions

USA Cycling -- USA Cycling is the official cycling organization recognized by the USOC and is responsible for identifying, training and selecting cyclists to represent the United States in international competitions. USA Cycling, doing business as the USCF, NORBA, NCCA and USPRO, controls nearly two dozen major events each year and issues permits for up to 3,000 more.

Product Websites

Specialized -- We carry the full line of Specialized products, from the Stumpjumper and Rockhopper mountain bikes to the Tarmac, Allez and Roubaix road bikes. From helmets to shoes to saddle bags to optics--if Specialized makes it, we carry it. Whether you want to ride to school or ride to work, plow through the mud or race in a crit, we can help you make it happen.

Trek -- Ride the bikes that took Lance to seven Tour de France victories. We carry the full line of Trek products.

Schwinn Fitness -- Earning the Consumer Reports Best Buy distinction for their upright, recumbent and indoor cycling bikes, Schwinn Fitness products are top of their class. And we carry them all.

Bacchetta-- Bacchetta's recumbent bikes are built to satisfy the needs of even the most critical bike rider. Their bikes are designed to offer the absolutely best in recumbent bicycle performance, speed, and handling. Whether you are a casual rider, or a competitive recumbent racing enthusiast, our full line of two-wheel recumbent bikes contains the perfect model for you!

Felt -- We carry the raw, untamed Felt BMX and cruiser bikes. Come take one for a test ride...if you dare.

Cycle Genius-- They build recumbent bikes you want to ride at prices you can afford.

Burley -- They design and build exceptional and safe family cycling gear and accessories that allow you and your family to get out and have fun! Their trailer lines include: Child, Pets, and Adventure.

Yakima -- Need to get your bike to the ride? There's simply no other rack that performs as well as a Yak. And we've got 'em!

Other Interesting Destinations

"The Masked Rider" -- Rush drummer Neil Peart's thoughtful travel book about cycling through West Africa. The Masked Rider details his physical and spiritual journey with photographs, journal entries, and tales of adventure. Peart's "masks" are the masks that we wear--civilization, psychology, labels, expectations--and his book reveals how traveling in a very foreign land allows us to peer beneath them.

Ken Kifer's Bike Pages -- The late Ken Kifer put together a lot of bicycling information. As he wrote: "The purpose of Ken Kifer's Bike Pages is to share what I know about cycling and to encourage others to bicycle as well. All articles are written by me and reflect my knowledge and personal experience, not something someone else said. Although having a strong philosophical streak, these bike pages include practical cycling information, statistical analysis, personal accounts of long trips and local experiences, photos, and humor. I don't deny having a bias: I think that we should all waste less and consume less, learn to appreciate Nature more, take better care of our bodies, and adopt a less-stressful pace of life. I promote using a bicycle instead of a motor vehicle because doing so is kind to the environment, good for the body, and good for the psyche."

Sheldon Brown's Articles -- Though Sheldon is no longer with us, his extensive knowledge base lives on at his cycling website. His site offers detailed information about everything from headsets to rims, from sore knees to picking a saddle. Check out the topics at the top of his page.

Bicycle Source -- Hundreds of bicycling articles broken into the three sections called "You", "Body" and "Bike". A nice resource for those new to cycling as well as those looking to round out their knowledge base.