Deerfield Cyclery

Happy National Senior Health and Fitness Day!

Grateful for all of those who have served and are currently serving ❤️

Mini spotlight time with Greg & Kathye Balmes founders of Deerfield Cyclery 🚲 Greg and Kathye have been the North Shore's premier hub and spoke destination for 38 years bridging together recreation, health, fitness, community and even philanthropy! Greg explains, "Kathye and I are grateful to support, and to be a part of such an incredible community. Whether it's a kid getting their first set of wheels or someone upgrading to a high-end carbon bike, the joy is the same." Enjoy this rapid fire-style interview with Greg and Kathye! Q: Age to start riding? A: Ideally 3-4 years old. Q: Bike trailer or extra seat? A: Short ride = seat. Long ride = trailer 4 snacks and toys! Q: Best time for a bike tune-up? A: Spring! Q: Road bike or mountain bike? A: Hybrid and Fitness bikes are ideal for recreational riders. Gravel bikes for cycling enthusiasts. Q: Clip-in pedals or flat pedals? A: Flat pedals for casual riders. Clip-in pedals offer a performance advantage (ie. hamstrings and glutes). Q: Coffee before the ride or after? A: Before, during, and after :) Q: Beyond Deerfield Cyclery? A: I co-founded Colavita Cycling group 20 years ago, served as president for seven years, and ride every Sunday morning with them. I am a USA Cycling Coach and Level I Fitter. Q: Why a cycling kit? A: Cycling kits are designed to wick away moisture and provide padded comfort for longer rides. Q: Fix it yourself or call Dusty? A: Basic maintenance is great to learn yourself, but bikes benefit from an annual, professional tune-up to keep everything running safely and smoothly. Q: Staying cycle fit in the off-season? A: Join our CompuTrainer Studio community November-March. We welcome cyclists of every level! Q: Bike discomfort? A: Schedule a professional bike fit. You'll be positioned correctly to maximize your performance, comfort, and power output. Q: Resale opps? A: Deerfield Cyclery accepts used bicycle donations year-round for Holy Spokes, a faith based bicycle mentoring program in underserved neighborhoods. Q: Delivery? A: We offer free pick-up and delivery when servicing two or more bikes. 705 Waukegan Road, Deerfield (847) 945-0700 @dfcycle

Don’t miss the simple joys of fresh air and new scenery 🌿🌸🚲

🚲 I went to Deerfield Cyclery expecting to learn about bikes. Joyful Places, chapter 14. Greg and his wife Kathy have owned the shop for 38 years. The store itself has been on Waukegan Road in Deerfield since 1954. He bikes three times a week, knows every customer by name, and runs a year-round indoor cycling club so his riders can stay in shape and stay connected all winter long. But what really caught me attention... For the past 15 years, Greg has partnered with Holy Spokes, a foundation that collects donated bikes and brings them to kids in North Chicago. The kids do not just receive a bike. They earn it by completing a mentorship program built around leadership and role models. Greg says it has been a huge blessing to him. 🤍 He has customers from Evanston to Lake Bluff. And he has watched kids who bought their first bikes here at six years old come back as parents, bringing their own six year olds in. That is 70 years of the same corner. The same community. The same commitment. May is National Bike Month. Accessories are 10% off all month long so go meet Greg and get everyone geared up for summer. —— 👋 Hi, I’m Marielle. North Shore agent with a background in marketing and analytics and a refined eye for design. 🏠 Selling? Preparation & positioning matter. 🏡 Buying? I’d love to help you find the right fit. ✨ Brands: reach out to collaborate. ▶️ Follow for homes, design, and joyful places. 🤍 — Marielle deerfield cyclery · national bike month · deerfield illinois · north shore illinois · things to do on the north shore · moving to the north shore · chicago suburbs · small business spotlight · north shore community · chicago to north shore · family life on the north shore · best suburbs of chicago · relocating to chicago suburbs · north shore illinois lifestyle · weekends on the north shore · north shore real estate agent · moving from chicago to suburbs​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​ #nationalbikemonth #chicagosuburbs #smallbusiness #northshorelife #movingtochicago​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​

Ditch the traffic—grab your bike! is the perfect excuse to turn your daily commute into a cardio session.

Looking for something to do this weekend? Ride Illinois😎

Dust off your helmet, pump up those tires, and let’s make this the biggest Bike to Work Day yet!

It’s not too late! Give Mom something that will last 🚴‍♀️

10% OFF all accessories because she deserves the ride and the gear🥰

Too high, too loose, too far back..it’s time for a quick adjustment. Bring your child’s helmet into the shop and we’ll help make sure it’s snug, level, and ready to protect every ride