In BikeBike’s world, internally geared hubs are the cats’ meow for bikes that are primarily designed for commuting and errands. Durable, reliable, and requiring almost no maintenance, “IGH’s” also offer easy shifting and quiet operation year ‘round. Adding a Gates Belt Drive into the mix eliminates chain maintenance from the equation - making the bike even more trouble free.

We’ve been keeping an eye on Priority since their launch a decade ago, via Kickstarter. We’ve always admired their focus on offering affordable transportation-focused bikes that were spec’d with smart components like belt drives and internally geared hubs. Until very recently these bikes were only available direct from Priority but now they have finally seen the brick & mortar light and are partnering with cool shops - like us!

Featuring Gates Belt Drive with IGH’s on almost all their models, including some very smart kids bikes, they are big fans of low maintenance internally geared hubs and Pinion’s amazing 12-speed gearbox. Their bikes are all about #EverydayAdventures that we focus on and offer a full range of styles to suit every style and are designed to offer a relaxed, upright riding position.

Also really exciting is the recent addition of 3 models featuring the German-made Pinion 12-speed gearbox. This shifting system is incredibly robust and super low maintenance. The 600X is their bikepacking/ATB, the 600 is their urban adventure do everything machine, and coming this summer, the all new 600HXT is a serious MTB that also has Pinion’s all new electronic Smart.Shift system.

A natural question for someone located in the Calgary area might be “Why should I buy a Priority Bike from you instead of direct from Priority”? Good question, and there are 3 important answers:

• You’ll save a bit of money since we can bundle bikes together into bigger orders to save on shipping costs

• Your bike will be professionally assembled and includes one full year of free service and adjustments and a discount on accessories purchased with the bike: Think helmet, lock, lights, bells, water bottles, bags, etc.

• Crucially, we will ensure you get the right size and perfect setup because what good is a bike if it doesn’t fit you well

If you’re in the market for a low maintenance #EverydayAdventure machine be sure to pop and and we’ll chat Priority. We’ll get you sorted with a bike that fits you like a tailored suit and you’ll pedal off into the sunset, greasy chain and skipping gears left behind forever.