Cycle Alaska

We are looking to hire fine folks like you. Well if not you, than we hope someone like you.
We have several opening for our summer season. If you are interested or know someone who is, please send them our way. We are looking to hire:

Full Time Driver/Guide
Full Time Guide
Full Time Seasonal Mechanic

Take a look at our website: https://www.cycleak.com/articles/job-opportunities-pg133.htm

And reach out to us. We would love to hear from you.

"A Cycling Paradise"

Greg Cook, Juneau's own, shared this photo with Adventure Cycling, and he won their monthly photo contest.

This fantastic shot is of Frankie Pillifant, local, from last summer riding on Douglas Island during one of those beautiful summer days.

Congrats Greg, and Frankie frame this photo!

If you have photo's of one of your favorite rides around Juneau or Southeast Alaska, send them our way!
We want to see where Juneauites ride.

Good Afternoon Juneau,

As Barketing Manager and Campaign Manager for Cycle Alaska, I need to get the word out that voting for Best of Juneau is underway.

All ready did my civic duty and cast my ballot.
But "We Want You" to remember to vote Cycle Alaska.

Get out there and cast those ballots.
https://bestofjuneau.org/

Today is National Thank Mail Carriers Day. Moose, Cycle Alaska’s Barketing Manager, waits everyday by the door for the mail. We here at Cycle Alaska want to thank our mail carrier John. John has worked tirelessly over the years to deliver the mail in all conditions rain, sleet, hail, snow, and more rain! Thanks John! We’ll see you tomorrow. Make sure to thank your mail carrier today!

Great Weather is Hard to Find....

Not for Trek's Farley 7. Aluminum frame, 1 X 11 Shimano drivetrain, and a Manitou Mastodon fork make this bike a 4 season machine.

Nothing cures cabin fever like getting outside. Do it on a Farley 7!

This morning Moose, 's Shop Dog and Barketing Manager, stopped by for some of their Friday Donuts. reminded Moose, here in Alaska and extra lights are mandatory this time of year.

Thanks for the fashion advise!

has everything you need to stay warm, dry, and safe during these wet days!

Rain Gear, bike lights, and for those snowy adventures Trek Farley 7 Fatbike (L) just rolled into the shop.

Ride bikes. Have fun. Feel good.

We are currently looking for a friendly experienced mechanic for our Summer season (March - September).

~ Seeking a hard-working individual who takes pride in their own work with attention to detail and strong customer service skills.
~ Job requirements, but not limited to:
Ability to work on all types of bikes (road, mountain, hybrid, etc.)
~Ability to communicate with customers about bikes, accessories and repairs, must be able to explain work needed or work done on bikes.
~Greet customers promptly on entering the store and help when needed on the sales floor.
~Maintain a clean and organized work space
~Experience with Ascend is a plus

Cycle Alaska is a full-service bike shop and Tour Company, our bike shop is open year-round and our tours run May through September. Our mechanics not only work on customer’s bikes, we also have a fleet of rentals and tour bikes that need maintenance all summer long.
Compensation and benefits include:
40 hours a week, some overtime required during peak season
Discount on accessories and bike brands Trek & Kona
Plus, other discounts and offerings through the tour Industry in Juneau
Competitive hourly wages based on experience
New this season we will have employee housing available right in downtown Juneau, 1.5 miles from the shop! $16/day for a shared room or $32/day for a private room.

Juneau is a beautiful city full of outdoor adventuring and wildlife viewing. Not only does it offer biking, but also endless amounts of hiking, kayaking, fishing and other outdoor activities that are just a few steps from your home.

If this sounds like a place you would love to live and you’re interested in joining our team, please email a cover letter and resume to: [Email hidden]

Cycle Alaska is hiring Guides for our 2022 summer season. The amazing location and scenery that comes with Guiding for Cycle Alaska offers the perfect opportunity for those looking for an adventure this summer and the joy of riding through the Tongass National Forest. We are looking for friendly, energetic, and passionate individuals to join the team. Spend your free time hiking, kayaking, fishing, and camping in some of North America’s most scenic coastline. Cycle Alaska offers tours from the beginning of May through Sept, and we are looking for someone like you.

Driver Guide Responsibilities:
-First and foremost, upholding our tour mission; "We Create Great Memories for Our Guests".
-Ensure a safe, fun and timely tour.
-Dock rep for your tour, collect tickets and settle.
-Conduct tour talks while driving to locations and at viewing points along the tour route.
-Provide support to guests through two different tour locations, each about 9 miles long.
-Engage with the guests and be attentive to their needs.
-Must be able to lift and unload bikes from a trailer, can ride a bike for nine miles and be a team player.

Job Qualifications:
-Employees must be U.S. Citizen or have a green card or work visa for the United States.
-Driver must have 6 years of a clean driving record.
-Must be 16 years of age or older for Guide.
-All employees are required to sign a contract when hired and fulfill the terms of the contract.

About You:
Enough about us and Juneau. Tell us about yourself. If you are interested in becoming a member of the Cycle Alaska community and becoming a local for a season and not a tourist, please send a Cover Letter and Resume to Caleb Hart [email protected].

I Went to the Woods: Fending off the cold | Juneau Empire

A fantastic article yesterday in the by Jeff Lund a local Southeast Alaskan.

Jeff ends this wonderful piece about the joys of riding his bicycling here in the Southeast by saying,

"Riding a bike is more about fitness now – mental and physical. It’s an inefficient way to get around compared to the internal combustion engine in my other ride, but it’s a much better cardiovascular activity. Rather than just riding around with no real agenda, I have a specific route in mind and a desired workout goal. Though the youthful simplicity is no longer present when I pedal, the fresh air, elevated beats-per-minute and even the numb face is a welcomed distraction."

Finally ending with, "but I should get a fender."

Jeff, we know where you can pick up a fender for this wet weather!

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I Went to the Woods: Fending off the cold | Juneau Empire While biking, cool air turns cold, and cold air turns bitter.

Happy New Year, Juneau! Thanks for a fantastic year! We'll see you in 2022!

Stay safe and stay warm.

Happy New Year, Juneau! Thanks for a fantastic year! We'll see you in 2022!

Stay safe and stay warm.

Merry Christmas, Juneau. Thank you so much for your continued support of biking within our beautiful community, and thank you for your support of us here at Cycle Alaska.

Have a Merry Christmas and a Happy New Year!

The ornaments hung on the bicycles with care in the hopes that St. Nicholas will soon be there. Just in case St. Nicholas got snowed in today, feel free to swing into Cycle Alaska (10:00 am - 6:00 pm) and help him pick up those last min. Holiday items!

Evening, Juneau. We want to give you a heads up!
Cycle Alaska is closing early Christmas Eve and New Years Eve: 10-2.
We will be closed completely on Christmas and New Years.
Come in and see us to pick up those holiday gifts. At the very least, come in and pet Moose the shop dog.

“Life is like riding a bicycle. To keep your balance you must keep moving”
-Albert Einstein

Just a heads up, training wheels help keep balance too.

Swing into the shop and take a look at all these bikes. You don't have to be an Einstein to know bikes make great gifts!

Thanks so much, Juneau. We really appreciate you! Enjoy dinner! Remember there is no easier way to burn those extra calories than a bike, and we have those!

Cycle Alaska is hiring Guides for our 2022 summer season. The amazing location and scenery that comes with Guiding for Cycle Alaska offers the perfect opportunity for those looking for an adventure this summer and the joy of riding through the Tongass National Forest. We are looking for friendly, energetic, and passionate individuals to join the team. Spend your free time hiking, kayaking, fishing, and camping in some of North America’s most scenic coastline. Cycle Alaska offers tours from the beginning of May through Sept, and we are looking for someone like you.

Driver Guide Responsibilities:
-First and foremost, upholding our tour mission; "We Create Great Memories for Our Guests".
-Ensure a safe, fun and timely tour.
-Dock rep for your tour, collect tickets and settle.
-Conduct tour talks while driving to locations and at viewing points along the tour route.
-Provide support to guests through two different tour locations, each about 9 miles long.
-Engage with the guests and be attentive to their needs.
-Must be able to lift and unload bikes from a trailer, can ride a bike for nine miles and be a team player.

Job Qualifications:
-Employees must be U.S. Citizen or have a green card or work visa for the United States.
-Driver must have 6 years of a clean driving record.
-Must be 16 years of age or older for Guide.
-All employees are required to sign a contract when hired and fulfill the terms of the contract.

About You:
Enough about us and Juneau. Tell us about yourself. If you are interested in becoming a member of the Cycle Alaska community and becoming a local for a season and not a tourist, please send a Cover Letter and Resume to Caleb Hart [email protected].

Here's How to Make Sure Your Bike Is Prepared for the Winter Snow and Slush

The sun is out today, and that means your bike should be out too.
Get a ride in and enjoy the beautiful weather. When you finish here is an easy read about winterizing your bicycle!

https://www.bicycling.com/repair/a20008051/7-easy-ways-to-winterize-your-bike/

Here's How to Make Sure Your Bike Is Prepared for the Winter Snow and Slush Neither snow, nor rain, nor gloom of night will stay you from your winter rides.

It might be the rainy season here once again but when did that ever stop us from riding?? I mean, look at those forks 🤤
Plenty of entry level hardtails just showed up from @Trekbikes and even more on route!!!

You can check them out online on our website or come visit us at the store!

Same goes for all you southeasters, you deserve bikes too! We would be happy to deliver your new bike to seaplanes for you!

cheers!

Thanks to all those young cyclists who got out and rode this summer with Cycle Alaska P. E.! We had 19 riders complete all 8 weeks. This afternoon we had one of our trusty mechanics randomly select our grand prize winner. We are happy to announce Lucas Kibby is the winner of our grand prize. Lucas managed to complete 1,395 min! Incredible job everyone. Keep riding and training for next summer’s Cycle Alaska P.E..

It's the last days of summer vacation and our last days of the Cycle Alaska P.E.! Make sure to turn in those report cards, collect your prizes, and if you completed all 8 weeks you are entered to win our Grand Prize. Drawing for Grand Prize on Thursday!

In August of 2022 the Ironman Triathlon will be coming to Juneau!!!

Those willing to take on this epic race will swim 2.4 miles in Auke Lake with stunning views of Mt. McGinnis and the Towers. The bike course will feature 112 miles along Glacier Highway from mile zero to Echo Cove. The final 26.2 miles takes athletes on foot through the lush rainforest of Mendenhall Valley.

Juneau will be an unforgettable destination for the athletes and we are more than excited to be a supporter for the new course!
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