As health restrictions remain in place to limit the spread of COVID-19, many Calgarians have taken up cycling to get outside and get exercise.
The recent surge in new cyclists has been apparent at bike shops across the city, with many stores’ supply unable to meet the demand. “We’ve definitely seen an increase in bike sales,” Bike and Brew co-owner Weston Covert said. “It shows on our sale room floor.” Staff at BowCycle in northwest Calgary have also seen more new customers.
According to BowCycle owner John Fransky, the majority of shops in the city are sold out of popular sizes in most bikes under $2,000. “There’s a whole new user group of cyclists coming out again and it’s really good to see,” Fransky said. “Having this new group now, and