With the coronavirus crisis in full swing and the economy at a standstill, many Montreal businesses are suffering. But bike shops have been the exception; they’ve seen a surge in business.
Caroline Piché just scored the perfect Mother’s Day gift for her mom Suzanne. “We’re doing a lot of staying at home and she’s been wanting to get back in shape,” Piché said.
But finding a bike was no easy task. “Absolutely, oh my God, they’re sold out everywhere,” Piché said. “I went to Canadian Tire yesterday and I tried to find a helmet and it was impossible.” Lamar Timmins, the manager of Allo Velo in Griffintown, says he’s battling to meet demand.