Skirack is OPEN during Main Street construction! More info here...

0Item(s)

You have no items in your shopping cart.

Product was successfully added to your shopping cart.
Set Ascending Direction

Items 1 to 10 of 54 total

  1. 1
  2. 2
  3. 3
  4. 4
  5. 5

The Specialized Globe Haul ST and LT are available at Skirack! The ST is Bicycling Magazine's bike of the year.

The Specialized Globe Haul ST and LT are available at Skirack! The ST is Bicycling Magazine's bike of the year.

Whatever you’re into, get more into it with the Specialized Globe Haul. It’s down for the ride. With 419 (ST) & 441 (LT) pounds of cargo capacity (rider included) up to 60 miles at a time, this fully customizable electric bike has the speed, power, range, and stability to get you wherever you need to go with whatever you need. With a grip of mounting opportunities you can bring the kids, a kayak, and stop on the way home for groceries. Don’t sweat it getting dark on you either. Integrated front and rear lights will have you dialed from dawn patrol to golden hour.

Read More
           
Comments | Posted in News Bicycling Videos Electric Bikes By Skirack

The Specialized Globe Haul S/T is available at Skirack! Bicycling Magazine's bike of the year.

Bicycling Magazine's Bike of the Year: the Specialized Globe Haul S/T is now available at Skirack!

Whatever you’re into, get more into it with the Specialized Globe Haul ST. It’s down for the ride. With 419 pounds of cargo capacity (rider included) up to 60 miles at a time, this fully customizable electric bike has the speed, power, range, and stability to get you wherever you need to go with whatever you need. With a grip of mounting opportunities you can bring the kids, a kayak, and stop on the way home for groceries. Don’t sweat it getting dark on you either. Integrated front and rear lights will have you dialed from dawn patrol to golden hour.

Read More
           
Comments | Posted in News Bicycling Videos Electric Bikes By Skirack

A ride along the Burlington, VT Bike Path with an electric bike (left) and Specialized Vado SL display screen closeup (right).

While we have all been using things with rechargeable batteries for years, there are now a lot more items coming with battery power. While most people are comfortable with charging and using something like a cell phone, things like electric cars and bikes are still new for a lot of people. Their batteries are big and expensive. Does how we use and charge our new vehicles affect the life of the batteries, and, if so, how do we maximize our battery life? Are there legitimate safety concerns with larger lithium-ion batteries? While there is no shortage of rabbit holes we could dive into, there are a few reminders that will help keep you safe and keep your e-bike battery happy for many miles.

Read More
           

Tips for Preparing Your Bike for Spring

Feb 21, 2023 4:12:00 AM

Gravel biking is a great way to still ride while the trails are closed. Photo Credit: Zach Walbridge.

Whether you are riding around the latest and greatest the bike industry has to offer, an old school relic, or the die-hard four season commuter, admittedly as a cyclist, you care about the bike you are on. Keeping your bicycle running smoothly will only ensure the longevity of the bike, its performance, and the overall enjoyment you will get out of every ride.

While many tunes and services are best left for your friendly local bike shop, the first and foremost is something everyone who rides is capable of maintaining.

Read More
           

How To Select The Right Bike For You

Apr 1, 2022 4:23:00 AM

Where do you want to ride? We break the options down into road, mixed surface and off-road. Photo Credit: Zach Walbridge.

So you’re looking at a new bike. Maybe you’re looking to hit the open road. Maybe you’re wishing for an easier way to get around town, or maybe you just want to escape for a gravel adventure in the afternoon sun. Whichever it may be, a bicycle is an age-old ticket to motion and freedom. The bicycle has evolved into a variety of different purpose-built machines and choosing the right one for you can be challenging. Fortunately our Skirack team is here to help guide you to your dream ride.

If you’re feeling overwhelmed by the bike buying process and intimidated by the innumerable options out there, fear not. After reading this short guide you will be able to confidently choose your next ride. We will go over just a few basic steps that will help you narrow down your search as well as some finer points to think about before making your final decision.

Read More
           
Comments | Posted in Bicycling Expert Tips Electric Bikes By Cooper Willsey

Electric Bike Maintenance: How To Best Care For An E-Bike

Spring is here and it's biking season! Folks are getting their bikes out of winter storage or contemplating a new purchase. A growing number of you are electric bike owners already or prospective buyers. This article is about how to care for your e-bike, answered frequently asked questions and how get the most out of your e-bike purchase.

Read More
           
Comments | Posted in Bicycling Expert Tips Electric Bikes By Jonathan Kohn

How to Host an Indoor Bike Trainer Group Ride using Zwift. Photo Credit: Wahoo Fitness.

Since the start of the 2020 Pandemic, many people around the world were not able to go for a bike ride with their friends. While I'm not a competitive rider, the primary reason I'm out there is the social fun, a few high fives, some solid exercise and a post ride beer. No matter if it's the mountain bike, a gravel route or just ripping around town on a single speed it's the fun of seeing friends and sharing an experience that almost all of us can enjoy. Exercise and socializing are necessary parts of day-to-day life.

What many people soon discovered and enjoyed is the flexibility that an indoor bike trainer provides, especially in inclement weather or when it gets dark earlier in the day during the fall and winter months. A bonus is having the technology to share bike rides with friends in the virtual world of Zwift; an app that connects with a compatible bike trainer's Bluetooth and ant+ and lets you ride, train, race and chat from the comfort of your own home.

Read More
           

Meet Derek Tiplady

Jul 31, 2021 7:00:00 AM

Meet Derek Tiplady

Hometown: Burlington VT

Years of Experience: 11 Years here total at The Skirack as a mechanic. I've been the Catagory manager/Buyer for Snowboard product for the last 10 years and the Bike Parts and Accessories buyer for the last 3 years. I've been and avid rider and biker for around thirty years.

Outside Interests and Hobbies: In winter it's getting as many days on snow as my schedule and body will allow. Usually at Sugarbush or Bolton and the surrounding backcountry. Summer time its long rides off the beaten path especially if it involves camping, or just a quick cruise around town to meet up with friends for a beer. Golfing, disc golf, seeing live music or just hanging out with my Wife and our dog.

Read More
           
Comments | Posted in Meet Our Staff Snowboarding Service Bicycling By Derek Tiplady

Featuring the Specialized Jett: fits better, for longer. Photo Credit: Specialized Bicycles

When is an appropriate age to start including kids into bike adventures?

1 year is the recommended age provided by the American Association of Pediatrics (AAP) where babies develop the neck strength required to support the weight of a helmet and to keep their head from bobbing when riding over bumps.

Once your kiddo turns 1, there are many child bike gear options we carry at Skirack which are explained below, starting with the most important: a bike helmet.

Read More
           
Tags:

On a hot day, Ellie runs along the Lake Champlain Waterfront in Burlington, Vermont. Photo: Zach Walbridge.

Exercising in the heat can create many challenges. Hydrating, food intake, proper clothing choice, and many other factors are essential to keeping you out there on a sweltering day. Many people think water is the key to a hot day...sure it is...but you NEED electrolytes or your body will suffer. It is also important to understand how to carry your fluids as well. This can carry over to not only hot days, but any training day. I am going to break it down for you to help with training, racing, and general exercise during those hot days.

Read More
           
Set Ascending Direction

Items 1 to 10 of 54 total

  1. 1
  2. 2
  3. 3
  4. 4
  5. 5