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Ferris Bike Shop Offering A Tax Free Weekend Sale
Written by Boston Biker on Aug 06Saw this in the email, if you are looking for a deal this might be a good one:
The Massachusetts legislature has declared that the weekend of August 10 and 11 is free of sales tax for all purchases up to $2500!! We are so excited that we are going to give you an additional 6% discount* on all new merchandise in the store, and if you pay with cash, check or debit card we’ll add an additional 2% discount*, so our retail price is discounted 8%.
Sat.-Sun., Aug. 10-11
Tax-free: 6.25%Our discount: 6%Discount for cash: 2%TOTAL SAVINGSwith cash/check/debit: 14.25%
So whether you need a pump, a helmet, lights, or a bicycle, come on down and enjoy the savings.
BEAT THE RUSH – PLEASE! Come shop any time this week to pick out your new bicycle. Come in this weekend to complete your purchase, get your discounts, and take home your new bike! It’s as simple as that.
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Ferris Wheels Tax Free Weekend Sale
Written by Boston Biker on Aug 11Ferris wheels in JP is having a tax free weekend sale. From the email.
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The Massachusetts legislature has declared that the weekend of August 13 and 14 is free of sales tax for all purchases up to $2500!! We are so excited that we are going to give you an additional 6% discount on all new merchandise* in the store, and if you pay with cash or check we’ll add an additional 2% discount, so our retail price is discounted 8%.
Tax-free: 6.25%
Our discount: 6%
Discount for cash: 2%
TOTAL SAVINGS
if you use cash: 14.25%
So whether you need a pump, a helmet, or a bicycle, come on down and enjoy the savings.
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Brooks/Ibex Sale/Party
Written by Boston Biker on May 19Seems there is a bit of a shindig going down in the Ibex store got this in the email. Even if you don’t buy anything looks like free beer…
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In honor of Bike Month, the Ibex Outdoor Clothing flagship store on Newbury Street in Boston will host a cycling trunk show with the handcrafted leather bicycle accessories brand Brooks England on Thursday, May 26, 2011 from 5:00-8:00 pm at 303 Newbury Street.
Bostonians with an appreciation for merino wool and fine leather bike accessories won’t want to miss this special shopping event.
During the trunk show, Ibex Boston will offer 20-percent off of its technical merino wool cycling apparel and accessories in its RIDE collection. Brooks will provide a special promotional tote bag with the purchase of any of its beautiful leather cycle bags, saddles and accessories. Ibex and Brooks will also raffle off products from their cycling collections throughout the evening. Harpoon beer and light bites will be served.
Due to limited space, please RSVP for the event by May 26 at 4:00 pm by
clicking here: http://www.ibexwear.com/boston
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Ferris Wheels Sale And Costume Contest
Written by Boston Biker on Dec 12Got this in the email, might be a good time to pick up some Christmas presents for cyclists.
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You’re Invited to Ferris Wheels Bike Shop Holiday Party & Sale
Sunday, December 19, 12-4pm NE DAY ONLY
Everything in the Store is ON SALE Come in and see!
Gift Certificate Sale
Add a 20% bonus to any gift certificate of $50 or more.
Spend $50 and get a $60 gift certificate!
Spend $100 and get a $120 gift certificate!
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Party! Live DJs, food, and fun.
Select Bikes on Sale – up to 40% Off!
Click here for a pdf with details.
Do you know Jeffrey Ferris? Then come with your best Jeffrey Ferris impersonation to win a special prize! Contest from 2-3 pm.
Jeff and Stan impersonate each other, October 2009
Above: Jeffrey Ferris and Stan Marmysh swap identities for the 2009 Halloween Bike Ride.
Jeffrey Ferris, 28-year owner of Ferris Wheels Bike Shop, is a beloved character in the JP community known for his cycling advocacy and community outreach.
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Urban Adventours Launching The Urban Cycling Institute
Written by Boston Biker on Feb 18got this bit of interesting news in the email today, urban adventours are good people, check this out. Cheap good quality bikes too!
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come check out the future site of the
Urban Cycling Institute
109 Alantic Ave, Boston
Saturday, February 20
Noon – 5pm
-Used bikes for sale ($100 – $1000)
-Giveaways
-Chat with our staff
-Sneak a peek at our handpicked 2010 bike line
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The Word On The Street
Here is what people are saying
- Where bicycles are prohibited in Massachusetts August 16, 2023TweetThe main issue you will confront if you get into a dispute with police over bicycle prohibitions is whether the prohibition is supported by law. Often it is not. Example: the ramp from Commonwealth Avenue to Route 128 northbound and … Continue reading →jsallen
- Where bicycles are prohibited in Massachusetts August 16, 2023TweetThe main issue you will confront if you get into a dispute with police over bicycle prohibitions is whether the prohibition is supported by law. Often it is not. Example: the ramp from Commonwealth Avenue to Route 128 northbound and … Continue reading →jsallen
- It’s Finally Happening! 5th Annual Hot Cocoa Ride Feb 12! February 8, 2022... Continue reading →commonwheels
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- Run The Jewels Lead Free Pewter Hand Carved And Cast Pin Set January 3, 2021Made these lovely RTJ fist and gun pin set. Hand carved in wax, and then cast in lead free pewter. Because these are made by hand you can do fun things like add an extra small pin so that they sit just so (also means they have “customized” brass back plates to accommodate the extra […]Boston Biker
- My Work In The Wild: Feather Head Badge With Chris King Headset January 3, 2021One of my customers sent me this amazing picture of my feather badge installed on their (awesome!) bike. Check out Manofmultnomah (here and here), apparently Chris King took some interest in it as well. Want one of your own? Buy it here, or here... Continue reading →Boston Biker
- Boston’s Invitation to Improve Biking in Boston: Draw on Some Maps! December 14, 2020TweetSometimes, the best way to gather ideas and feedback is to let people draw on some maps. Last night, at the Bike Network Open House, pedallovers unveiled a draft for their upcoming plans for a more connected biking network infrastructure … Continue reading →greg
- Boston’s Invitation to Improve Biking in Boston: Draw on Some Maps! December 14, 2020TweetSometimes, the best way to gather ideas and feedback is to let people draw on some maps. Last night, at the Bike Network Open House, pedallovers unveiled a draft for their upcoming plans for a more connected biking network infrastructure … Continue reading →greg
- Boston’s Invitation to Improve Biking in Boston: Draw on Some Maps! December 14, 2020TweetSometimes, the best way to gather ideas and feedback is to let people draw on some maps. Last night, at the Bike Network Open House, pedallovers unveiled a draft for their upcoming plans for a more connected biking network infrastructure … Continue reading →greg
