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Holiday E-Blast
Hey, everyone! Hope you are staying sane during this crazy season!
Our Eastern Market winter location is up and running and we'd love for you to come visit. We are selling Detroit Bikes as well as a variety of American-made bicycle products.
We're located in a shipping container (which, honestly, is worth a vist in and of itself) in Eastern Market's Shed 4, located near the intersection of Russell and Division (MAP).
Our hours through the winter are as follows:
Friday & Monday: 11 a.m. to 6 p.m. -- Saturday: 7 a.m. to 4 p.m. -- Sunday: Noon to 5 p.m.
We're also open this Thursday, 12/19, from 5 to 9 p.m. in conjuntion with Eastern Market's Third Thursday. Shed 5 will be host to a bunch of local vendors, food trucks and beer...Plus a visit from Kris Kringle...Perfect for some last-minute shopping!
We are really pleased with the high-quality, reasonably priced US-made products that we've found to offer at our shop. They include Wald baskets (KY); King Cage bottle cages, flask cages and bells (CO); Kabeltek lock cables (AZ); Wilson Bohannan padlocks (OH); Greenfield kickstands (NY); Walnut Studiolo leather accessories (OR); Detroit Cargo bicycle luggage (MI); Jogalite lights (NH); Park Tool bicycle-specific tools (MN); Trixie & Milo Fine Flasks (OR); panniers from Ironweed Bicycle Products (OR); Green Guru upcycled panniers and pouches (CO); pedal-powered all-natural Just Soap (MA); and embroidered wool Walz Caps (CA).
You can view a photo album that features many of our products HERE.
- Gift Certificate! You can buy a tour gift certificate online or you can buy a standard gift card good for retail, service, rentals or tours at the winter shop.
- T-Shirt! We have short- and long-sleeved t-shirts. You can buy in-person ($15/$22.49) or online ($20, short-sleeved only, shipping included). Our shirts are American Apparel brand printed locally by ESP.
Procrastinator Reward!
So you've waited 'til this weekend to do your shopping? Don't feel bad, you've just had other stuff on your plate. Now it's time for your just deserts!
From Thursday 12/19 to Monday 12/23, each purchase of $25 or over gets a choice of a $10 gift card to be redeemed in 2014 OR a handmade tree ornament!
Sincerely, Karen, Kelli & the Wheelhouse Crew
November News!
We have some exciting news to share: We will be open through the winter!
Our current Riverfont location at 1340 E. Atwater will remain in operation through Monday, November 25. Hours are Friday, Saturday & Monday from 11 a.m. to 6 p.m. and Sunday 12 p.m. to 5 p.m.
Then what?
Looking forward to another exciting chapter in the Wheelhouse story!
Sincerely,
Karen, Kelli & the Wheelhouse Crew
1340 E. Atwater
Rivard Plaza, Detroit RiverFront
Detroit, MI 48207
313-656-BIKE (2453)
www.wheelhousedetroit.com
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October Mini E-Blast
Just wanted to drop you a real quick note before we get too far into the month! Our hours in October are Friday, Saturday & Monday 11 a.m. - 7 p.m. and Sunday noon to 5 p.m.
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Bike Sale! We are having a sale of all current floor model bikes. 20% off the following bikes:
Brooklyn Cruiser Driggs 3-speed 52cm in black and white; Willow 3-speed 52cm in blue. Was $579 NOW $463.
Origin 8 Intersect 7-speed 52cm. Was $425 NOW $348.
Kona Dew Deluxe 2012 49cm Was $849 NOW $543. Dew 56 cm in black. WAS $489 NOW $391.
We have Detroit Bikes A-Type in stock! The minimalist bike has three-speed internal gears, a lightweight chromoly-steel frame and a durable, matte-black powder-coat finish. Detroit Bikes manufactures each of its frames from steel tubing cut, coped, welded and painted in its 50,000 square-foot factory on Detroit's westside. The company also builds wheels and manufactures the bike's rear rack and chain guard on-site. It retails for $550, a significant fact because a mass-produced American-made bike at a modest price point is something that hasn't been in existence since the Reagan era. We do have a demo if you want to give it a spin.
We have other makes of models of bikes in-stock, including Kona Dews of other sizes and colors and additional Brooklyn Cruiser models. These remain at their regular prices; see our blog for more info. Plus, tires, helmets, auto racks, bike racks, frame & floor pumps, tools, lights, water bottles & bottle cages, bags, locks, pedals, bells, handlebar grips & tape, tubes, baskets...and if we don't have what you are seeking, we'd be happy to help you pick something out. We have a wide range of distributors that we work with, and a quick turn-around on special orders.
SERVICE
Our full menu of service prices can be found here. Please note that, in almost every case, service requires that you drop off your bike. We also offer Service Delivery! We can pick-up and/or drop-off your wounded cycle anywhere in Detroit, Hamtramck, Highland Park and the inner ring suburbs. For pricing, please visit our Service Page.
TOURS
Most of our tours for the month are sold out, but have no fear, we still have a few options for you!
1. Openings remain on our Halloween Haunted Tour!
2. Book a private tour (Haunted, perhaps?) with a group! Our rates start at $180 for up to six people, including bikes. Each additional person is $25/$35 with rental. Email info@wheelhousedetroit.com to get moving on setting one up! We have great availability on weekdays and a couple of weekend slots remain.
3. Join our just-added Detroit Beer Week Dining Tour! We will enjoy a delicious course at three stops: soup at Mudgie's Deli, sliders at St. Cece's and dessert at Jefferson House. The cost of $46 ($56 with rental) includes food, a beverage at each stop and gratuity!
Please scroll our Tours Page for more details and to make reservations.
We have some big news that we hope to announce before the end of the month. Until then, keep riding and hope to see you soon!
Thanks,
Your Friends at Wheelhouse Detroit
1340 E. Atwater
Rivard Plaza, Detroit RiverFront
Detroit, MI 48207
313-656-BIKE (2453)
www.wheelhousedetroit.com
Follow us on Twitter @wheelhouse_det
Become a Facebook Fan of Wheelhouse Detroit Bike Shop!
August E-Blast, feat. Detroit Bikes Launch
We can't believe it is already August! This summer has been rolling by at a racing pace, but we wanted to take a quick minute to fill you in on some Wheelhouse happenings. Remember, we are here for you seven-days-a-week: Monday through Saturday 10 a.m. to 8 p.m. and Sunday from 11 a.m. to 5 p.m.
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We couldn't be more thrilled to be the local purveyor of the Detroit-manufactured Detroit Bikes. The commuter A-Type, pictured, is launching into the universe with a party at The Old Miami this Friday, 8/16, from 4 to 8 PM, featuring a performance by the Detroit Cobras.
The minimalist bike has three-speed internal gears, a lightweight chromoly-steel frame and a durable, matte-black powder-coat finish. Detroit Bikes manufactures each of its frames from steel tubing cut, coped, welded and painted in its 50,000 square-foot factory on Detroit's westside. The company also builds wheels and manufactures the bike's rear rack and chain guard on-site. It retails for $550, a significant fact because a mass-produced American-made bike at a modest price point is something that hasn't been in existence since the Reagan era. So this is pretty awesome.
We'll have ten bikes for sale at the launch party, and are also taking deposits for the next shipment. To receive an email with details about the shipment schedule and making a deposit, email info@wheelhousedetroit.com.
We will continue to carry the following brands and products: Sun cruisers, comfort hybrids & adult trikes; Origin 8 urban commuters & folding bikes; Kona hybrids & cyclocross; and the classically-styled Brooklyn Cruiser. Plus, tires, helmets, auto racks, bike racks, frame & floor pumps, tools, lights, water bottles & bottle cages, bags, locks, pedals, bells, handlebar grips & tape, tubes, baskets...and if we don't have what you are seeking, we'd be happy to help you pick something out. We have a wide range of distributors that we work with, and a quick turn-around on special orders.
SERVICE
Our full menu of service prices can be found here. Please note that, in almost every case, service requires that you drop off your bike. We also offer Service Delivery! We can pick-up and/or drop-off your wounded cycle anywhere in Detroit, Hamtramck, Highland Park and the inner ring suburbs. For pricing, please visit our Service Page.
TOURS
If you've been meaning to take a Wheelhouse tour, now's your chance! We have a full season through the end of October. Curious as to what they're about? Check out this recent article in the Windsor Star, "Grab your bike and go see Detroit," or watch this CriticCar Detroit video of two visitors from Milwaukee that recently rode our Hamtramck tour here. Please scroll our Tours Page for details of our full roster of offerings and to make reservat ions.
We also offer private tours, which are great as a corporate team-building exercise, staff outing, non-profit fund-raiser, conference activity or pre-wedding excursion. A downloadable PDF with more info can be found here.
RENTALS
We've got ya covered, whatever kind of Detroit cycling experience you are looking for. Chill ride along the RiverFront and Dequindre Cut? Cruiser, check. Bit of a workout while you loop Belle Isle? A Kona Smoke is ready for you. Explore Midtown without breaking a sweat? We recommend a Sun Ruskin. Balance issues? We've got an adult trike with your name on it. A romantic pedal? Try a tandem! Family outing? We've got kids bikes, trailers, tag-alongs and a baby seat. In town for a few days and want to ride like a local? Try a vintage Schwinn. Whatever your selection, booking ahead saves you a dime: Online advance reservations receive a 10% discount. And reservations are recommended, particularly on weekends, as we sometimes do run out of bikes at peak hours.
WEEKDAY WALK-IN SPECIAL: On Tuesdays and Thursdays, a 2-hour cruiser rental is half-off, just $7.50. Fine print: cruisers only, no reservations, subject to availability.
GOT GROUP? We offer discounts to groups of six to 20 with advance notice and a deposit. More info available at Wheelhouse Group Rentals and Schools & Scouts. We can also deliver bikes to your event; inquire at info@wheelhousedetroit.com.
ETC.
The Tour de Troit is coming up quick, on September 21, so sign up now before the price jumps at the end of the month. We'll be back in touch soon with more info about all the great rides happening in September.
We don't want you to crash when you're riding around town, so we're proud purveyors of some great and healthy snacks, including locally produced Simply Suzanne Granola and Wyoming-based Kate's Real Food bars. Both are all-natural organic choices that will get you rolllin' again!
Hope to see you soon and that you're getting in many, many miles!
Job Availability
Wheelhouse Detroit seeks to fill an integral position of a busy, multi-faceted bike shop. S/he will assist with renting bikes; customer service; minor mechanical issues such as changing a flat tire; restocking inventory; cleaning...and whatever else needs to get done! Skills: The most important thing necessary for this job is the willingness to jump in and get your hands dirty! Scared to talk to strangers? Need not apply. This job can be high-energy and it can be fun. It can be stressful and it can be quiet. A successful candidate will be quick on their feet and nimble of mind.
This candidate must have an interest in biking. Owning a bike is a plus! Hours: 10-20/week, Pay Rate: $8/hour
No calls - Please email resume and three references to info@wheelhousedetroit.com.
June E-Blast
June is here, and with it wonderful weather for cycling...we hope! Keep reading for info about bikes, bike rides, bike tours and bike repair...You might call us single-minded here at the Wheelhouse.
The shop is open Monday through Saturday 10 a.m. to 8 p.m. and Sunday from 11 a.m. to 5 p.m. with the following two exceptions: We are closed on Monday, June 24 due to the Fireworks and will be open holiday hours of 11 a.m. to 5 p.m. on Independence Day, Thursday, July 4.
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As more and more people shop online and at big box stores, there is fear within the bike industry that the independent bike shop is an endangered species. Wheelhouse strives to offer a well-thought out selection of bikes and bike accessories about which our staff can knowledgably speak. We are confident that neither the world wide web nor Big-Marts can compete with us there. So shop smart, shop local, shop Wheelhouse!
We carry the following brands, all of which we believe to be of great quality and fairly priced: Sun cruisers, comfort hybrids & adult trikes; Origin 8 urban commuters & folding bikes; Kona hybrids & cyclocross; Brooklyn Cruisers; Continental, Kenda & Michelin tires; helmets from Bell, Giro, Lazer & 661; Michelin & Q tubes; auto racks from Saris (made in the USA!); bike racks from Topeak, Wald (made in the USA!) & Axiom; Park Tool floor pumps & tools; Knog & Planet Bike lights; bottle cages from King Cage (made in the USA!) & Dimension; Timbuk2 & Jandd bags; & locks from Kryptonite...plus pedals, bells, handlebar grips & tape; tubes; frame pumps; baske ts...whatever your cycling pleasure!
Investing in your bike by adding a rack or a basket, swapping out knobby tires for slicks or installing lights can make a huge impact in its functionality. Next thing you know, your butt is on a bike on the regular!
SALE! We're ready for all of our 2012 bikes to find good homes, so we are really slashing prices.
Origin 8 F1 single speed folding bike: REG $350 NOW $275
Dew Deluxe 49cm: REG $849 NOW $679
Civia Twin City single speed: REG $595 NOW $500
SERVICE
Wheelhouse's service feedback has been really great this year, between the efficiency of our new Point-of-Sale system and the excellence of the work that mechanic Dave Burke puts into every bike. So what are you waiting for? Bring that ride in for a tune-up that will get you back on the road in better shape than ever!
Our full menu of service prices can be found here. Please note that, in almost every case, service requires that you drop off your bike. We also offer Service Delivery! Yep, we can pick-up and/or drop-off your wounded cycle anywhere in Detroit, Hamtramck, Highland Park and the inner ring suburbs. For pricing, please visit our Service Page.
TOURS
Tour season is in full swing! We pride ourselves on offering an authentic experience that will be informative to visitors and lifers alike. Oh yeah, and they are fun! Please scroll our Tours Page for details and to make reservations.
We also offer private tours, which are great as a corporate team-building exercise, staff outing, non-profit fund-raiser, conference activity or pre-wedding excursion. A downloadable PDF with more info can be found here.
RENTALS
We have expanded our rental fleet, adding more cruisers, some comfort hybrids, an adult tricyle and an additional kids trailer. Online advance reservations available for a 10% discount. Reservations are recommended, particularly on weekends, as we sometimes do run out of bikes at peak hours.
WEEKDAY WALK-IN SPECIAL: On Tuesdays and Thursdays, a 2-hour cruiser rental is half-off, just $7.50. Fine print: cruisers only, no reservations, subject to availability.
GOT GROUP? We offer discounts to groups of six to 20 with advance notice and a deposit. More info available at Wheelhouse Group Rentals and Schools & Scouts. We can also deliver bikes to your event; inquire at info@wheelhousedetroit.com.
EVENTS
It's great to see so many health-oriented businesses sprouting up around town, and we are partnering with several of them for some fantastic fun-n-fit activities through the summer months. We have Wheelhouse Workouts every other Wednesday from 6 to 8 p.m., a free 12-15MPH ride; bi-weekly Endurance Thursdays, a free group ride that will be paced at 15-18MPH from 6-8 p.m. held in partnership with Detroit Endurance Lab; and a series of fitness tours with True Body Fitness. More info here.
Our Basic Maintenance Classe
s w/Fender Bender are back! This two-hour class will teach you some introductory mechanics like how to change a flat and will go over some basic rules of the road and commuting tips. Classes cost just $5 and include a patch kit. Dates for the rest of the year are Jun 27 - Jul 11 - Jul 25 - Aug 8 - Aug 22 - Sep 12 - Sep 2.
As biking becomes more and more visible as a form of transportation, more and more events are adding bike parking as an amenity, and we are happy to help out! You'll find us at Detroit City FC home matches at Cass Tech (next up: tonight vs. Zanesville FC at 7:30 p.m.) and Riviere 28's Soiree on the Greenway on July 18...more to come!
We are a proud sponsor of two upcoming rides that are raising funds for some deserving causes.
On June 22, suit up for the Fourth Annual Compuware Motor City Bike Ride, which offers 20-mile fun ride and a Metric Century (62-mile) option. The event raises funds for the Danialle Karmanos Work It Out Foundation in support of youth health and wellness. Find out more and register here.
The Second Annual SASHA Center Detroit Bike Tour Fundraiser is set for June 23 at noon. We'll take off from the Wheelhouse and enjoy a casual ride through the Greater Downtown area with stops at organizations that assist survivors of sexual assault -- key to SASHA's mission. It also includes a lunch stop at Goodwells! Find out more and register at their website.
Hope to see you soon and that you're having a great summer!
Thanks, Your Friends at Wheelhouse Detroit
In Town for Movement? Get Rolling With the Wheelhouse!
One of our favorite weekends of the year is the Movement Electronic Music Festival held over Memorial Day weekend. We love to get as many visitors onto a bike as possible, as we truly believe it is the best way to see the city.
To that end, we are offering discounts to anyone wearing a Movement festival wristband all weekend long. So whether you are looking for a quick ride to Eastern Market for lunch, a trip to Belle Isle for a swim, or want a bike for transportation the entire weekend, we've gotcha covered!
MOVEMENT FESTIVAL-GOER RENTAL RATES (CRUISERS) $10/2 hours (reg. $15) $18/half-day/4 hours (reg. $25) $25/full day (reg. $35) $40/2 days (reg. $50) $60/3 days (reg. $75) $75/full week (reg. $99)
You can call 313-656-2453 to reserve a bike at these rates.
We also offer a couple of techno-themed tours that delve into Detroit's epic electronic music history.
The first tour will be Sunday, May 26 from 1 p.m. until 4 p.m. It will be the “short” tour. A rider will see landmarks such as The Music Institute, Underground Resistance HQ, and the East Riverfront Warehouse District. The tour price is $25; with bike rental, it’s $35.
The second will be on Monday, May 27 from noon to 4 p.m. It will be the “long” tour that will go for as many as 21 miles, taking riders past historic electronic music sites like The Music Institute, Underground Resistance HQ, and the Packard Plant. The tour price is $30; with bike rental, it’s $40. This “long” tour is recommended for more experienced riders.
If you are on Facebook, you can check out a great album of photos taken on one of previous Long Tours. As you can see, the stop at Underground Resistance HQ is pretty amazing.
We are also offering a Music Heritage tour on Saturday at 1 p.m. that will cover not just techno, but Motown, punk, soul, rock and many of the city's historic venues.
If you are looking for a break from music altogether, we are offering our popular Architecture Tour on Saturday at 10 a.m. It's a great overview of the Greater Downtown area and some of the city's built gems. On Sunday, we'll explore Detroit's Auto Heritage with a great tour that includes a stop at the Packard Plant and the Model T-Plex.
You can register for any of of these tours at wheelhousedetroit.com/tours. In 2012, most of our tours sold out, so don't wait too long!
Looking forward to seeing you at the Wheelhouse over Memorial Day weekend!
May E-Blast
Happy May! Wheelhouse Detroit Bike Shop began operations on May 8, 2008. We are now entering our sixth year of business...in some ways, it seems like just yesterday that we opened our doors and, in others, decades ago! As that wise man Bob Dylan once sang, "I was so much older then, I'm younger than that now."
We'd like to sincerely thank you for being a part of the Wheelhouse family. We would not be here without you, and that's the plain truth.
We have been working hard to make this year our biggest and best ever and, therefore, this E-Blast might be our longest ever. Bear with us, we have some great news to share!
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Wheelhouse strives to sell bicycles that are well-suited for urban riding; straddle the line of value and quality; and are made by a reputable manufacturer. We carry the following brands:
- Sun - cruisers, comfort hybrids & adult trikes.
- Origin 8 - Sun's urban offshoot; urban commuters, folding.
- Kona - hybrids, cyclocross.
- Brooklyn Cruiser - retro-styled cruisers.
- Detroit Bikes - locally manufactured urban commuters (avail. in July).
Wheelhouse might be small in square footage, but we've become pretty adept at keeping a robust array of bike goodies on hand for all of your needs and wants. We stock a full range of top bike accessory brands such as Continental, Topeak, Planet Bike, Bell, Giro, Axiom, Saris, Kenda, Park Tool, Knog, Michelin, Timbuk2, Kryptonite, Master Lock, Pedros and Jandd. What do you need? A tube, tire, saddle, bag, basket, pump, mirror, helmet…We’ve gotcha covered! And if you're in the market for a sharp Wheelhouse t-shirt, you can grab one of those on your next visit, or snap one up online.
SERVICE
We recently installed a new POS system, which was an opportune time for us to review our service prices. Rather than merely increasing them, we've broken them down in a way that we believe to be transparent. There's no man behind the curtain here! Check out our full menu of service prices here. Please note that, in almost every case, service requires that you drop off your bike. We will do our best to let you know when it will be ready for pick-up. We all want to see you back riding as soon as possible, but to do things right can sometimes take some time.
We are excited to announce that we now offer Service Delivery! Yep, we can pick-up and/or drop-off your wounded cycle. For pricing, please visit our Service Page.
TOURS
Our tour schedule for 2013 is finalized! A couple of notes worth mentioning: Our Underground Railroad Tour has added a stop at the Detroit Historical Museum to visit their recently renovated Doorway to Freedom exhibit; the Belle Isle tour has included a stop at the Acquarium to the roster; and we've developed a Music Heritage Tour that spans genres -- techno, rock, rap, soul, punk and Motown. You can scroll our Tours Page for details and to make reservations.
We also offer private tours, which are great as a corporate team-building exercise, non-profit fund-raiser, conference activity or pre-wedding excursion. A downloadable PDF with more info can be found here.
RENTALS
We are expanding our rental fleet, adding more cruisers, some comfort hybrids, an adult tricycle and an additional kids trailer. We will also soon have a couple of Autobikes! Online advance reservations available for a 10% discount.
WEEKDAY WALK-IN SPECIAL: On Tuesdays and Thursdays, a 2-hour cruiser rental is half-off, just $7.50. Fine print: cruisers only, no reservations, subject to availability.
GOT A GROUP? We offer discounts to groups of six to 20 with advance notice and a deposit. More info available at Wheelhouse Group Rentals and Schools & Scouts. We can also deliver bikes to your event; inquire at info@wheelhousedetroit.com.
EVENTS
We have a lot going on, which might be an understatement. Read on...
It's great to see so many health-oriented businesses sprouting up around town, and we are partnering with several of them for some fantastic fun-n-fit activities through the summer months. We have Wheelhouse Workouts every other Wednesday from 6 to 8 p.m., a free 12-15MPH ride; bi-weekly Endurance Thursdays, a free group ride that will be paced at 15-18MPH from 6-8 p.m. held in partnership with Detroit Endurance Lab; and a series of fitness tours with True Body Fitness. More info here.
We are also offering Cycle + Stretch with Midtown Yoga Shelter on May 19, register for that on our Tours Page.
A couple of annual rides that we are helping out with is the Ride of Silence on May 15 at 7 p.m. on Belle Isle and Cycle Into Spring on May 18 at Maheras Gentry Park.
Our Basic Maintenance Classes w/Fender Bender are back! This two-hour class will teach you some basic mechanics like changing a flat and go over some basic rules of the road and commuting tips. Classes cost just $5 and include a patch kit. Dates for the year: May 30 - Jun 13 - Jun 27 - Jul 11 - Jul 25 - Aug 8 - Aug 22 - Sep 12 - Sep 2.
As biking becomes more and 
more visible as a form of transportation, more and more events are adding bike parking as an amenity, and we are happy to help out! You'll find us at Detroit City FC home matches at Cass Tech; Detroit Tigers Bike to the Ballpark on May 22, and Riviere 28's Light up the Riverfront on June 6 and Soiree on the Greenway on July 18. More to come!
We're going to venture up to Port Austin for the weekend of June 7 for Detroit Up North - Take Two. More info about the 75- and 150-mile options, camping and more here!
Hope we see you soon -- and that we've given plenty of reasons for that to occur. Ride often and well.
Thanks, Your Friends at Wheelhouse Detroit
Wildlife in Detroit? Yup.
From Apr. 22 to May 19, snap a photo of any Wildlife you see flying, swimming or hopping around the GM Ren Cen and RiverWalk. Use the hashtag #RenCenWildlife and tag @GMRenCen and you might have a chance to win a prize! Why bother tracking wildlife in the city? It could pay off. Each week one lucky winner will receive a FitBit pedometer to track the miles you've covered on the Detroit Riverwalk, courtesy of Verizon Wireless in the GM Renaissance Center. But there's more!
Each week, a small group of GM Ren Cen judges will choose one best photo. All photos populated with the hashtag #RenCenWildlife will then be compiled and housed on the GM Ren Cen Flickr page (as possible). Winners will be notified via email of their prize, and recognized on all GM Ren Cen social platforms.
On May 13 one lucky winner will receive a Fitbit Zip and a gift certificate redeemable for a segway rental from Segways2U located at the GM Renaissance Center. On May 20, we will give away a FitBit and a guided bicycle tour for two, courtesy of Wheelhouse Detroit!
From May 1-19, 2013, Wheelhouse Detroit will offer participants a #RenCenWildlife discount of $8 for 1 hour rides, from 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. Monday through Thursday, if you mention you're in the area taking photos to enter in the #RenCenWildlife contest. Please remember to hashtag #wheelhouse_det on those images.
Official rules can be found here and Here's the Facebook App!
Wheelhouse is Hiring!
Please note, this position has been filled. Thank you! Wheelhouse Detroit Bike Shop is seeking a qualified, motivated individual to join its team in 2013 as Shop Staff. This is a seasonal part-time job (approx. 20 hours/week) with varying shifts that will include nights, weekends and holidays. The job will run through October.
Wheelhouse Detroit’s mission is “Experience the Motor City on Two Wheels!” and all employees are asked to share in this goal. We aim to be a friendly and accessible bike shop experience for customers of all ages, genders, sexual orientations, races and ethnicities. This can be a fast-paced environment that requires frequent customer interaction.
Tasks will include, but not be limited, to the following:
RETAIL Successfully complete orientation and training period Share product knowledge and enthusiasm for bikes with customers Direct customers through entire sales process Build and maintain relationships with customers Complete a multitude of daily housekeeping and office tasks
RENTALS Process customer bike rentals including payment and waivers Provide customer with directions and destinations as required Select and size customer bikes Maintain working knowledge of reservations
TOURS Maintain working knowledge of tours and reservations Sign in tour customers that arrive for a scheduled tour Assist tour staff with tour departure and arrival
SERVICE Assist service staff with bike intake and pick-up Maintain special order records
Additional hours are possible, including staffing off-site events (sponsored rides, promotional booths and bike-parking); distribution of promotional materials; and tour sweeping.
Candidate should be personable, punctual and self-motivated. This job is perfect for someone that is flexible, independent and enthusiastic. An edge would be given to a cyclist with knowledge of Detroit. Compensation will begin at $9 per hour. Hours per week will vary depending on the season.
Please submit a resume and three references to info@wheelhousedetroit.com for consideration of the position. No calls, please.