Brake&Chain Cycles

14/10/2025

🌟 A Huge Thank You, Clare Valley! 🌟

We’ve been blown away by all the kind words and support from our amazing customers lately — so we wanted to share a few of your Google reviews that really made our day 💬😊

Every bike we fix, every visitor we help get back on the Riesling Trail, and every chat in the workshop reminds us how lucky we are to be part of such a great community.

Your feedback means the world — it keeps our wheels (and hearts!) turning ❤️

Thanks for choosing and supporting Brake and Chain Cycles. We couldn’t do it without you.

— Kevin & Jess
🚴‍♂️ 279 Main North Road, Clare
🌐 www.brakeandchaincycles.com.au
📞 0414 903 539

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11/10/2025

That feeling when you tell yourself “just a short ride”…
…and 4 hours later you’re lost, hungry, and rethinking your life choices.

Don’t worry — we’ve all been there. Need a service before the next “short ride”? 😉

— Brake and Chain Cycles, Clare Valley 😎

30/09/2025

🌟 Ride for a reason this October! 🌟
We’re proud to support the Starlight Tour de Kids 🚴‍♀️—an incredible challenge where every kilometre helps bring joy to sick kids across Australia.

Whether you’re riding the Riesling Trail, looping your local park, or chasing adventures further afield, your ride makes a difference. 💜

Jump on, pedal with purpose, and let’s ride together for brighter futures! ✨

👉 Find out more and join the ride here: https://tourdekids.org.au/challenge/?utm_source=meta&utm_medium=paid_social&utm_campaign=TDK2025&utm_id=prospecting&utm_term=ugc_image_v33&audience=cold&utm_content=6861664652903&fbclid=IwY2xjawNIGqdleHRuA2FlbQEwAGFkaWQAAAY9xf1uR2JyaWQRMUppUkZFMHFQbkZjeWNrRUsBHmJZcrWGv2dqh_s5Qcub7z1JSkWPzOziuuXfYvnHp-d_KSA3TNoS6TwgGfzq_aem_lcgaPjbGD9AdcmHHJ913iw

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Let's get moving!

25/09/2025

🌿🚴‍♂️ Spring is here in the Clare Valley! 🚴‍♀️🌿

The canola is bright, the vines are budding, and the Riesling Trail is calling! There’s no better time to dust off the bike and get out for a ride. 🌸✨

At Brake & Chain Cycles, we love being part of this community and helping riders make the most of our beautiful valley. Whether you need a quick tune-up, a set of fresh tyres, or just some advice before tackling the trails, we’ve got you covered.

👉 Pop in and say hi before your next ride — we’re always happy to help fellow locals and visitors alike keep their adventures rolling smoothly.

Where’s your favorite place to stop along the Riesling Trail in spring?



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11/08/2025

🚴‍♂️ Been a bit quiet on here? That’s because we’ve been BUSY… really busy! 😅

From building shiny new rides for happy customers to breathing new life into well-loved bikes, the workshop has been buzzing.

We’re proud to be the Clare Valley’s one-stop shop for:
⚡ E-Bike sales
🚵‍♂️ Mountain bikes , & a full range of bling!
🚴‍♀️ Gravel & road bikes
🚲 Kids bikes too!

With over 25 years of hands-on experience, we specialise in all repairs – big or small – and we’re here to keep you rolling smooth.

Pop in, say hi, and let’s get your next adventure started!

— Kev & Jess @ Brake and Chain Cycles

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25/07/2025

🚵‍♂️ Weekends in July aren’t just for the Tour de France... 🌍🔥

Yes, the world’s toughest downhill MTB race — Red Bull Hardline in Dyfi Valley, Wales — is happening this Saturday and Sunday, July 26–27, 2025, with a lineup stacked with elite riders like Rónán Dunne, Tahnée Seagrave, Matt Jones ,Bernie Kerr, and more

While the road legends wrap in Paris, the gravity-defying riders of Hardline will be dropping into one of the world’s most brutal courses — think massive gaps, steep rock drops, insane technical features, and huge air. This isn’t just racing… it’s a test of nerves, speed, and precision.

Watch it live on Red Bull TV, starting 2:30 PM BST in Wales on both Saturday and Sunday

check out this link for all things MTB :P

bikemag.com

https://www.bikemag.com/news/red-bull-hardline-wales-2025-where-to-watch

⏰ Australia viewers (Adelaide time):
2:30 PM BST = UTC+1

Adelaide is UTC+9:30

=> 11:00 PM ACDT on both Saturday and Sunday nights

That means you can stream the whole insane action just before bed.

Tune in Saturday & Sunday, July 26–27 — it's live on Red Bull TV at 2:30 PM BST, which is 11:00 PM ACDT here in Adelaide.

15/07/2025

🔥 Just Landed: Silverback SE Trail 11! 🔥
Looking for a trail bike that’s built tough, rides smooth, and won’t break the bank? The Silverback Trail 11 is punching well above its weight.

With a durable alloy frame, SR Suntour suspension, and a wide-range 1x drivetrain, this bike is ready to take on singletrack, fire roads, or just your daily adventure loop. Hydraulic disc brakes give you solid stopping power no matter the conditions.

✅ Great for new riders or weekend warriors
✅ Confident geometry for climbing and descending
✅ Solid value – one of the best spec'd bikes in its class

We’ve already had a few fly out the door this week – come in and check one out before they’re gone! 💨
📍 Brake & Chain Cycles, Clare
📞 0414 903 539
🌐 www.brakeandchaincycles.com.au





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06/07/2025

🚴‍♂️ The New Merida Silex 200 is Here — and It's Already Turning Heads! 🌟

We’ve had a fresh drop of the Merida Silex 200 this week, and they’re flying out the door! A few lucky riders are already out enjoying them on the backroads, gravel trails, and beyond.

This bike is all about comfort, versatility, and adventure-ready performance — perfect for Clare Valley riding and the Riesling Trail alike. With its relaxed geometry, wide tyre clearance, and solid spec for the price, it’s a serious contender in the gravel game.

✅ Great value
✅ Super comfortable
✅ Built for road, gravel, and everything in between

If you’ve been thinking about a new ride, now’s the time to check one out!

📍 Pop into the shop or give us a ring
📞 0414 903 539
🌐 www.brakeandchaincycles.com.au

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14/06/2025

MISSING: ONE PINK BEANIE 🎩💖

A lonely pink beanie was found abandoned on the shop floor this morning. It's safe and currently being cared for like a newborn alpaca. If your head is feeling a little colder than usual, this one might be yours!

We’ve had a chaotic morning (think Tour de France meets caffeine shortage), so we have no idea when it was dropped—sometime between 8am and 12pm. If it’s yours, come rescue it! It misses you.

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