Shoppe Talk

We were absolutely blown away by the turnout and enthusiasm for the Get the Gals Riding event held at the Hostel Shoppe on April 2, 2025. 

This event was created for women cyclists aged 14 and older, with the goal of making riding more accessible, empowering, and fun. We wanted to provide a space where beginners could gain foundational knowledge and seasoned riders could dive into more challenging subjects, all while building a supportive community. The evening featured insightful discussions and plenty of opportunities to ask questions about everything from chamois to tips on how to fall safely.

The Hostel Shoppe Team wants to send a great big "THANK YOU!" to all of the people who voted for us for The People's Choice of the NBDA Retailer so Excellence Award. After being in business over 50 years, there is no bigger reward than knowing how our fantastic customers feel about us! Knowing that we have helped you on your cycling journeys inspires us to continue our dedication in the coming years to helping customers of all ages and abilities experience the joy and freedom of cycling.

I want to give a heartfelt thanks to everyone who entered the 2025 Recumbent Calendar Contest this year and to all of you who voted. I think this is the best batch of photo submissions yet and I am really...