It’s back, folks! The Great Cycle Challenge 2021. We are still feeling the rush of a massively successful year one for Team Nielsens in the 2020 GCC. Each day last year, our team members continued to surprise us as we saw both the KM and fundraising count grow and grow. We can't recall how many times we had to increase our goals over the month - but we finished the challenge incredibly grateful for such big-hearted community members who supported our riders. Whether your riding goal is 500 or 5000km this month, your participation is what matters. You are riding for an amazing cause. Each time ..read more

PICTURE THIS: It’s spring. You head to the shed to pull out the kids’ bikes and assess the situation. Are they going to fit? Do they need a tune up? Are the tires flat? Check out below’s handy size guide to see what size of bicycle you might be in the market for. click here to book your tune up ..read more

As of 12:01am on Thursday April 8th, Ontario enters a new stay-at-home order for minimum 4 weeks. Below outlines the guidelines for retail rules and regulations during this time. As bicycles fall within the transportation category, we are able to operate by appointment only, up to a capacity of 25% within the store at one time. FOR BICYCLES CURRENTLY IN FOR SERVICE: We will be working through these as planned and will contact you and arrange an appointment time for pickup when your service is complete. Doors will remain locked, and we will allow appointments in upon arrival. FOR THOSE LOOKING ..read more

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Peppermint Cycling - This women’s only cycling collection is designed in Montreal, Canada and is making waves in the cycling industry. This size inclusive brand is stylish, comfortable, colourful and high quality. With both road and mountain bike styles, you’re going to be looking fly with this new brand. 7MESH - Designed in Squamish, British Columbia, 7Mesh is geared specifically for the cyclist in mind. The team realized that technical apparel for backcountry and outdoor enthusiasts was at the peaking in innovation, while cyclists were being left behind. Enter, 7Mesh. Custom Kits - Coming S ..read more

Sunday Funday - 2019 Throwback While we had hoped to be hosting another Sunday Funday at Buckwallow Cycling Centre this year, we will just have to live vicariously through our throwback post and wait eagerly for 2021’s Sunday Funday! Sunday Funday: By celebrating the "Sunday Funday" you can extend your weekend festivities just a little longer before hanging up your party pants. What to look forward to for 2021’s Event: Campfire Food & Snacks Things may look a little bit different in 2021, but we’ll know more then. Warm & Cold Beverages On Bike Contests & Prizes Scaven ..read more

In early 2020, Matt & Charlotte sat down (virtually) with Kelsey Reidl, to talk all things Nielsens Bicycles. We chatted about the history behind the shop, how Matt & Char met, and the trials and tribulations of opening a small business! Kelsey wants to prove that business owners are just everyday people striving to do better, to learn further, and to be successful (on whatever scale they determine). The podcast is roughly 50 min long, so put your earbuds in, or start cooking dinner and have a listen! Click the link below to take you to Kelsey’s podcast page. click here to listen ..read more

CELEBRATING | ONE YEAR! The vision was something in Matt’s head for years. “One day, I’ll re-open the bike shop”. It seemed like a pipe dream to us. But with much perseverance, lots of coffee and a LOT of help from our family and friends, his once “pipe-dream” became a reality. When we drove down Dominion St. that day and saw a “for lease” sign in the window of his dad’s old shop, it was serendipitous. We had to inquire. We’ve had the most amazing support during this first year in business. From having an open minded landlord willing to approve major renovations, to family who is talented enou ..read more

POstponed until spring 2021. One Day Women’s Mountain Bike Clinic @ Buckwallow Cycling Centre SUNDAY MAY 24, 2020 9:00am-4:00pm MAXIMUM 12 RIDERS! SIGN UP EARLY TO AVOID DISAPPOINTMENT. SEE BELOW FOR FULL SCHEDULE & DETAILS Click here to head to event Registration A LOOK AT THE DAY: 8:30AM-8:45AM CHECK IN & CAFFEINE FIX NIELSENS BICYCLES & MINII ADVENTURES WILL BE SET UP IN THE FAR END OF THE MEADOW AT BUCKWALLOW CYCLING CENTRE. PLEASE ARRIVE 15-30 MINUTES EARLY IF YOU WISH TO USE THE FACILITIES AND CHANGE, FILL YOUR WATER BOTTLE ETC AND GET ROLLIN’ OVER TO THE NIELSENS BICYCLES ..read more

Visiting the area? New to the area? New to the Sport? Check out our recommendations on where to mountain bike in Muskoka. Buckwallow Cycling Centre Be Advised - Buckwallow remains closed for the 2020 season. Opening Spring 2021 Located less than 10 minutes off Highway 11 between Gravenhurst and Bracebridge, Buckwallow is one of the most iconic mountain bike riding centres in Muskoka. With no active website, this hidden gem is known simply by word of mouth, and a facebook page run by trail riders. Day passes and seasons passes are available for purchase on site only. Buckwallow is open early M ..read more