For those of you out there that like to mingle community, the rugged outdoors, and sports, this was the show for you! I had the good fortune of interviewing the owner of the Garage bike shop and president of the Gravity Guild, Steve Coen. We talked about how he has made a career of his passion for the sport of cycling (especially downhill, hence 'gravity') and how this led him from working at the Great Divide Cyclery to opening the Garage. It's a mix of hang-out, workshop, and community center that engages Helenans of all ages to learn about cycling and to meet their fellow community members. One of the most interesting facets of the shop is the DIY workbench that can be rented on a per-hour basis, along with the cycle maintenance and repair workshops that provide you with all the knowledge you need to keep on cycling. Check them out at 334 Jackson Street, or online at gravityguildgarage.com!
We also touched on what it means to be a part of the Gravity Guild, Helena's downhill cycling team. Along with representing the city on the regional competitive scene, the guild also brings tourists and competition to our own South Hills. The team creates and grooms trails, liaises for cooperation and good-will between cyclists and hikers, and also creates and coordinates competitions right here in Helena! Check out the blog and events tabs on their site for more information. These are meant to be inclusive of any interested community members, and many of their events can be done with almost any kind of bike. The competitive factor is up to you, of course.
The playlist for the day will be posted shortly, so stay tuned!
