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Tall Tree Jersey's and T-Shirts
The new jersey's are in, and the quality almost makes the long wait tolerable.
We also just had the first ever run of Tall Tree t-shirts done. The inspiration comes from the team's arm warmers, but was tweaked to look a bit more funky by team rider Greg. We have Mens in black and blue, and Womans in white.
Re-Stocked in Grand Bois Tires
We just recieved a shipment of 700x26, and 700x28c tires. These exceptional tires never last more than a few weeks in the shop, so get them while you can.
We are waiting on another shipment in the next couple of weeks of 700x30's.
Closed June 25-26th
All our staff have staged a coup and have refused to work during the 24hr summer solstice mountain bike race. So we decided to join them. We will be back Monday the 28th.
Hopefully it won't be as muddy as last year.
2009 Masi Clearouts
We have luckily been able to procure some more Speciale Fixed Gear bikes, reg $850 sale $650. Also a number of Speciale Commuters(blue only) reg $905 now $675. Come get one of the last of these fine looking, great riding and amazingly priced bike.
Annual Anniversary Sale April 19-24
We are pleased to offer some spectacular savings this week at the shop during our anniversary sale.
All Bicycles 5-20%off
All Parts and Accessories 20% off
2009 Masi single speeds, cyclocross and city bikes at unheard of prices. See the add below.
Introducing Brodie bicycles.
Tall Tree is pleased to announce that we will now be carrying Brodie bicycles.
Brodie is a Canadian based company that makes some really top grade bicycles, including quite a few steel models. Pricing is superb.
A selection of bicycles have already arrived at the shop.
Winter Bicycle Quarterly Arrives
We know many of you have been anxiously awaiting this issue and it looks like its a good one.
Closing for Wills wedding.
Will is getting married this weekend and everyone at the store will be attending. This means we will be closed Friday Oct 2.
We will re-open on Saturday Oct 3.
New stock of Chrome bags has arrived.
A new stock of chrome bags have arrived, including new economy models “Vega” and “Corsair” $90 each. Also we are pleased to announce all Chrome bags now have reduced pricing due to the favourable exchange rate!
Closing for trade show
The Store will be closed Thursday the 10th and Friday the 11th of September. Normal hours will resume on Saturday.
Summer Bicycle Sale
Stop by the store to check out and pick up a new ride just in time for your summer vacation. Keep an eye on our sale section for weekly specials.
  
Bicycle Quarterly Summer Edition in Stock
This quarterly publication provides some of the most scholarly information and reviews on bicycles and parts. Editor Jan Heine strives to unravel and understand what makes bicycles behave the way they do. $10 a copy.
Team Kits Have Arrived
Stop by and check out the new Tall Tree Team kits. Men?s and Woman?s jerseys available, Men?s bib shorts, and arm warmers for all.
CLOSED June 19, 20, 21st.
Tall Tree Cycles will be closed this Friday, Saturday and Sunday. All of us will be down racing at the 24hr summer solstice. We will be back to our regular schedule Monday June 22. We apologize for any inconvenience this may cause you.
New Ortlieb pannier stock arrives.
We have received our new stock of Ortlieb pannier bags, including the much sought bike shopper. Be sure to have a look at the new extremely well priced Back roller cities.
SIDI shoes, now in store
We are now stocking a selection of SIDI shoes, our order has just arrived. Stop in and have a gander.
GRAND OPENING SALE DETAILS
STORE CLOSING EARLY FRIDAY MAY 8th
Tall Tree will be closing at 1pm on Friday May 8th in preparation for the Grand opening sale on Saturday.
Grand Opening Friday May 9th.
Tall Tree Cycles is officially celebrating the opening of our new location,255 Richmond Rd. On Saturday May 9th.
Check the website Friday Morning for all the details of this event there will be great deals to be had for all!
Note the store will be closing at 1pm on Friday to prepare for the event.
April special on Masi
Masi make some really excellent classically styled bicycles, and for the month of April we are offering a real deal on the Speciale fixed complete. Normally $850 they will be $799 for the month of April only. See the bike here.
25% off cool weather clothing*
The riding season has come early, and we want to make sure you don’t get caught out in the cold. We are offering 25% off all cool weather clothing including merino wool jerseys and base-layers.
*Offer limited to in-store stock.
It’s spring tune-up time!
It’s time to dust the cobwebs off your bike, and roll it in to Tall Tree for some spring maintenance. The season is starting to ramp-up and therefore it’s a good idea to call ahead and make an appointment to avoid long wait times.
To have a look at our different service options take a look here: http://www.talltreecycles.ca/Repairs/
Tall Tree Closed February 27th
Tall Tree Cycles will be closed Friday February 27th. We will be attending the North American Handmade Bicycle Show this weekend in Indianapolis. The store will be open on Saturday the 28th with a skeleton staff, and will be unable to do any service work. We will re-open at full capcity Monday March 2nd.
Velo Vogue Re-cap
The Velo Vogue fashion show was a resounding success. On Saturday Jan 17th more than 100 people packed into the store to see the event. The place was truly packed when you consider that there was also a runway in the centre of the store, a bar to serve refreshments and a D.J. with his equipment to provide background music.
Designs from Smoking Lilly, Swobo, Workshop, Victoire, Swrve, Chrome, Deadly Night Shades and Bike Leather were strutted and ridden around the catwalk. Oh, and lets not forget, there was a great collection of city bicycles - both current and vintage.
Everyone in attendance appeared to have a great time, and most people stayed after the show to discuss the fashions, the bicycles and the state of bicycle commuting in the city.
One thing that took all of us by surprise was the amount of interest in the event. We had hundreds of calls during the week from people trying to get tickets for the show. In the end, we reached capacity early, and almost 50 people asked to have their names put on the waiting list in case those who had signed up first were not able to attend.
While it was unfortunate that we couldn't get more people in, it does speak to state of the Ottawa community's interest in and acceptance of cycling culture. Our city is ripe to get more people out on the roads, and many were eager to see that cycling is extremely practical, and that wearing a suit or skirt is both possible - and fashionable - on a bike.
Look for a Velo Vogue outdoor event to come this summer.
More photos can be seen here and here.
An interview can be heard here.
The Ottawa citizen article.
10% off all bicycles* in February.
We know it has been a tough winter - with the bus strike and the amount of show, and we want to offer people a great deal on a reliable alternate means of transport.
This is a one time special for the Month of February only. The sale is 10% off the MSRP on almost all bicycles until the end of the month.
*The 10% off applies only off the current manufacturers msrp, shipping and handling fees may apply to certain bicycles. Tall Tree Cycles reserves the right to change the details off this offer at any time.
Velo Vogue: A fashion show for the Urban Cyclist.
7:30 pm, Jan 17th at the new store
Jan.08.09-After much planning, Tall Tree Cycles is pleased to announce that we will be hosting Velo Vogue, a fashion show for the urban cyclist. The aim of the event is to promote urban cycling to the masses. The fashions worn by the models will show that one doesn’t necessarily have to wear lycra to ride to the grocery store, or even across town to work. One can spend a stylish evening out on the town – having arrived there atop their bicycle.
We are lucky to have a number of top notch designers who will be displaying their cycling fashions: Ottawa based Workshop (http://www.workshopboutique.ca), and Victoire http://www.victoireboutique.com/), Victoria based Smoking Lilly(http://www.smokinglily.com), and Toronto based Deadly Nightshades, as well as Simple Shoes (http://www.simpleshoes.com) and Bike Leather (http://www.bikeleather.com/). Hairstyling will be provided by Dana from Westboro-based Divine Hair and Tanning.
Chrome bags and Knickers have arrived!
Dec.19.08-The ever-popular Chrome bags and knickers are back in stock. There is a large assortment of limited edition colours so get them while you can.
We have also received cell phone holders for all of you who have been waiting.
Finally, the number of backpacks and roll-tops are limited and always sell out quickly, so if you want them, get in ASAP!
Books for the Cyclist
Dec.19.08-We just received two fantastic coffee table books for the cycling enthusiast, The Golden Age of Handbuilt Bicycles, and The Competition Bicycle.
The books are authored by Jan Heine, the editor of Bicycle Quarterly (which we also carry). These two books contain stunning photographs, picturing many of the worlds most influential and interesting bicycles, and they describe their histories as well.
New store launch
Dec.01.08-We are finally in our new space at 255 Richmond Rd. The store is much larger with approximately 1500sq.ft. of showroom. The extra space will allow us to have much more stock on the floor, build a bigger and more efficient repair shop, and create many new concepts that have been floating around in our heads for some time. In other words, it's going to allow us to have the best damn bike shop in the city.
Stop in for an espresso, and check out some world-class riding videos on the new flat-screen.
Merino Wool In Stock
Dec.01.08-The cold fronts are blowing; the dampness is setting in. That means it's time to break out the Merino clothing. Forget those old notions of scratchy, skin-irritating wool. Merino is soft as silk, keeps you warm even when you're wet, resists stains, and allows one to wear the garment time multiple times without picking up odour. The Swobo SS Jersey and Swrve base layers are a few of our favourites.
Steelwool Sneak Peek
Dec.01.08-The '09 prototypes are in. Peruse the following page for some great shots of the new bikes, by local photographer extraordinaire Jordan Craig.
Get your name down if you want to ensure you get one of these bikes for '09, as they are made in limited numbers.
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