News – Commuter Cycles

Thanks Everyone, Happy Holidays

Posted on December 23, 2020December 23, 2020 by Huw — Leave a comment

Wow, what a year huh? We’d just like to take this opportunity to thank everyone – customers, staff, family and suppliers – that has kept Commuter close to their hearts in 2020. It hasn’t been easy but the support we’ve received from you all has been AMAZING and made a bigger difference that any of you probably realise. So thank you all very much. We’ve got some pretty exciting things planned for 2021 and can’t wait to share them with you all. We’ll be closed for a much needed break from 12:30pm on Christmas Eve until 8.30am on Monday January the 11th. Have yourselves a happy and safe holiday and we look forward to seeing you in the New Year. Team Commuter

Time To #GetOnThe… BIKES!!!

Posted on October 27, 2020December 23, 2020 by Huw — Leave a comment

Wow, Two Thousand and Twenty hey? What an absolute stitch-up of a year. We’d like to start by saying THANKYOU SO MUCH to all of you. The novelty of working hard behind closed doors has definitely worn off but we’re so grateful to have had enough support from you all during this time to maintain our team and to keep doing what we do. Apart from being stuck in the shop with each other it’s been pretty low stress for us here at Commuter and we have you all to thank. Like all of you we’ve been keenly waiting for Uncle Dan to give us the okay to start working toward some normality and the good news is the first day of this at Commuter is Wednesday the 28th of October. Now, as much as we’d love to just throw the doors open and welcome everyone inside we’re going to…

Welcome Bombtrack Bicycles

Posted on October 9, 2020October 27, 2020 by Huw — Leave a comment

We’re very excited to welcome Bombtrack bicycles to the Commuter range.

Introducing the Kona Sutra ULTD

Posted on September 29, 2020October 27, 2020 by Huw — Leave a comment

The Sutra LTD (minus the U) has been a mainstay of our range for a few years now.

How Far Could a Fargo Go, If a Fargo Could Go Far?

Posted on August 14, 2020October 30, 2020 by Adam Macbeth — 2 Comments

If you’ve ever even mentioned the word Fargo to us on the phone or in-store you’ll understand that at Commuter we love this bike. LOVE IT!

New Surly Disc Trucker is GO!

Posted on August 13, 2020August 13, 2020 by Adam Macbeth — Leave a comment

We’re pretty excited to introduce the updated Surly Disc Trucker. Here’s some details and our take on them, and why it might be a great option for your new ride!

See You In The Springtime

Posted on August 6, 2020September 22, 2020 by Adam Macbeth — 1 Comment

While we won’t be accepting any servicing or mechanical work, the Commuter webstore is operating as normal

The First Rule of Bridge Club

Posted on March 6, 2020July 1, 2020 by Adam Macbeth — 2 Comments

Is tell EVERYONE about Bridge Club! If you’ve dropped into the store, or kept an eye on our social media, over the last twelve months you’ll have noticed a growing number of Surly Bridge Clubs getting around. And with good reason. After initially being underwhelmed by it on paper prior to it’s release, the Bridge Club really has proved itself as an extremely versatile, great value and super fun option for so many different kinds of riding.

The Low Down on Dirt Dropbar Bikes

Posted on November 15, 2019June 28, 2020 by Adam Macbeth — 1 Comment

Of all the styles of bike we are lucky enough to have on the floor at Commuter the dropbar, dirt capable bike is probably our favourite, and certainly the most versatile. As a result we’ve tried to stock a LOT of options in this style of bike.

Shimano GRX is here.

Posted on October 9, 2019November 15, 2019 by Adam Macbeth — 5 Comments

To say we’ve been excited for the arrival of Shimano GRX is a massive understatement. For those that have not come across it yet, GRX is Shimano’s new groupset designed for adventure road and gravel bikes.

The Many Guises of the Soma Wolverine

Posted on September 13, 2019October 9, 2019 by Adam Macbeth — 5 Comments

At Commuter we’re very lucky to have been able to forge relationships with some great brands and offer some of the industry’s leading commuting, touring and adventure bikes. Within this range though, there are a few that really shine, like the Tumbleweed Prospector we featured recently. To be fair though there is a solid standout for us when it comes to versatility of setup and mixed terrain capability. The Wolverine from Soma Fabrications.

Introducing the Tumbleweed Prospector (Properly)

Posted on August 30, 2019September 13, 2019 by Adam Macbeth — 4 Comments

We’ll start our series of deeper introductions to our range with what is definitely the least well known member of the Commuter family, the Tumbleweed Prospector

Silk Road Race x Mongolia Bikepacking Slide Night

Posted on August 27, 2019August 27, 2019 by Huw — Leave a comment

Who’s keen for just about the most informative bicycle adventure evening of all time!? Bring your favourite snacks and bevvies and join us at the shop from 7pm on Thursday the 5th of September for stories, pictures and laughs with some cool cats that just got back from some cool trips. Dan Hunt is just back from the Silk Road Mountain Race and will be joining us to share his experience of the route, the race and his wealth of bikepacking experience in general. Picture courtesy of PEdALED YouTube channel. Our team member Todd Palmer got back from bikepacking with his partner in Mongolia yesterday with a massive smile on his face and is looking forward to sharing the experience with us all. We certainly can’t wait to see his photos. Both Dan and Todd have completed the Hunt 1000 too, so if you’re thinking about having a crack this…

Register for the Surly Intergalactic Party

Posted on August 21, 2019September 24, 2019 by Huw — Leave a comment

In an event that the general public will no doubt mistake for the earth shifting slightly on it’s axis, Surly Bikes are about to celebrate their 21st birthday and they want YOU to come help celebrate. Join us at the store at 4pm on Saturday September the 21st for an afternoon of mixed terrain adventure, delicious beverages and bulk laughs. More details to come as we get closer. Head over to the Facebook event and let us know you’re coming, and if you ride a Surly fill in the form below to claim your limited edition goodie-bag on the day! But be warned, if you don’t show we’re giving it to someone else! https://www.facebook.com/events/1149247521950322/

Kona Bikes 2020 Sneak Peak

Posted on August 9, 2019August 21, 2019 by Huw — Leave a comment

Adam recently made the journey to Kona Bikes HQ in Bellingham, Washington to check out what’s new at their 2020 model range launch. It’s looking like another season of awesome bikes from Kona, with some smart updates to bikes we loved in 2019.

Victoria Divide 550 wrap-up Wednesday 20th March from 7pm

Posted on March 12, 2019April 2, 2019 by Will Hartnett — 1 Comment

Join us for an evening of tales from those who participated in the inaugural Victoria Divide bikepacking event, a 550km trek across the rooftop of Victoria.

Salsa 2019 has landed!

Posted on November 28, 2018August 30, 2019 by Will Hartnett — 2 Comments

We’ve just landed our first few Salsas for 2019. We were super keen to see the new Cutthroat in the flesh given it’s domination of the tour divide route so built one up Friday. One very eager customer took it home with him on Saturday before we even got a chance to show you all a few pics!

Will’s Karate Monkey is ready for anything!

Posted on November 15, 2018November 28, 2018 by Will Hartnett — 2 Comments

Now that he’s back on home turf and running out of continents to ride across, he has decided to trade in the Ogre for something at bit more capable for everyday trail riding. This custom built Karate Monkey should be tough enough to take on the burliest of trails in his home state of Tasmania.

MONe El Continente Rohloff build

Posted on October 3, 2018November 15, 2018 by Will Hartnett — Leave a comment

Sometimes during the process of tailoring a bike to suit a customers needs all elements come together to create something truly special. In this case Cjell Mone created one of the sweetest brazed frames known to man, then David walked in and fell in love that gold braze on raw steel. We complimented the frame with some parts from the best in the business.

Surly Bridge Clubs are here!

Posted on September 6, 2018September 6, 2018 by Will Hartnett — Leave a comment

The love child of a troll and an Ogre who were hanging under a bridge scaring cyclists? Not quite! Whilst sporting 650b boots that fit between the 26 and 29 inch size of the Troll and Ogre, the Bridge Club has long days on the road in the mind. It sports a geometry that allows back road adventures and the occasional singletrack.

Ben’s Rohloff equipped Salsa Fargo 29+

Posted on September 6, 2018November 15, 2018 by Will Hartnett — 1 Comment

We had first met Ben via email when he was gearing up to take on the inaugural Indian Pacific Wheel race in 2017. We helped deck him out with some Apidura kit and Dynamo power for the long stretches in the dark.

How to Sew on A Patch!

Posted on June 18, 2018June 30, 2018 by Pepper Cook — 1 Comment

Pepper tells us her favourite way to sew on patches!

Our Staff’s Favourite Camping Gear!

Posted on June 8, 2018June 30, 2018 by Pepper Cook — 2 Comments

Click to read what each of our staff members chose as their favourite thing to bring camping!

A Beginners Guide to the Hunt 1000

Posted on April 11, 2018July 3, 2020 by Huw — 3 Comments

Fancy doing a 1000km unsupported bikepacking route through some of Australia’s most rugged and beautiful high country? Click through and download the “Beginners guide to the Hunt 1000” PDF that Huw put together, which shared his experience of preparing for, and riding the 2017 Hunt 1000 event in the hope of inspiring more people to take the plunge and give it a go in 2018.

Surly Midnight Special

Posted on March 1, 2018July 31, 2018 by Mik Efford — Leave a comment

The all new Surly Midnight Special! – a Road Plus bike designed to provide comfort and speed on those all-day rides that extend well beyond fresh pavement. It rides like a cloud on smooth pavement. but that’s expected. Any bike can do that. Where it truly shines is on pot-holed, deteriorating pavement and the occasional long stretch of gravel. The Midnight Special’s 650b Road Plus tires eat up road chatter and absorb all the bumps in the road like the champion it was designed to be.

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