Welcome Winter

We are ready for it, the cold, the snow, the blistery days! When your bundled up with the right baselayer, socks, gloves and outerwaer, it feels nice and toasty and you can continue to play outside. Let us show you the ins and outs of layering, to make your next day on the slopes a warm one!

Line Twin Tips

Did you know we carry line twin tips? We do! Sure you can find them online at the best price promise, but we offer that here as well, plus we have no shipping fees, we give a 6 month wellness program, that includes free tunes, and we promise you will ove them or you can bring them back and exchange for something else. Why would you ever shop online?

Stocking Stuffers and More..Here!

Think of us for your favorites on your list! Not only can we outfit your skier or biker, but we have snowshoes, cold weather gear, skateboards, and more. Small items, big items, thule racks, fleece, baselayer and more. The store is stocked and the staff is ready to help you shop!

Maple Sale this weekend!

We are fresh back from the New York State Ski and Board Expo. We had a great time there as always, and are now shifting our efforts on our annual Maple Ski Ridge Sale, this Friday thru Sunday. Once a Year we load the lodge full of brand name equipment all 20-70% off ! A great time for new and used equipment, clothing, and more. This is the place to get the family outfitted. You will see our ads in teh Times Union and Gazette for this sale, and we hope you can make it. Admission is free, and we look forward to seeing you!

FACTORY AUTHORIZED SALE!
SKIS – BOARDS – CLOTHING
Friday, November 12- 4pm-8pm
Saturday, November 13- 9am-5pm
Sunday, November 14- 9am- 3pm
Maple Ski Ridge
2725 Mariaville Rd
Schenectady, NY 12306
518-381-4700
Minutes off of I-890

NOW sale- The Best time to buy!

Hurry in for the best deals of the year!

We have turned over the entire store to give you the best deals- NOW!

Used- New- Special Orders- Canceled Layaways and more! $5, $10, $20 tables..

Ski jackets starting at $49...Cycling clothing, tires, frames, pumps, mirrors, tools and more..all on sale!

Snowboards starting at $75 with Bindings!

New 2011 product, Specialized, Trek, K2, Salomon, Dalbello, Elan, Line and more!

Stop in NOW for the best selection!

NINER dealer

get your sweet new 29'er from us! We are a Niner dealer..plus we stock, redline monocogs, and a whole selection of the Specialized 29er lineup...

2011 Winter/ Spring Specialized Clothing

Just in Armwarmers, wool socks, new shorts, and more! Come check it out!

holy moly!

thats right..the new products that Specialized is unleashing for this year are hot! Amazinf graphics, sweet body geometry designs and more...you need to stop in and check these goods out.

Alos..consider a bike fit, increase your speed with an easy tweak. Call for more info. 518-346-1433

2011 Specialized in Stock

kids bikes, mountain bikes, road bikes and more. Also: Fresh shipment of redlines!

Stop by the store for the lowest prices in the nation. New fit services, new repair shop menu and more. Don't forget our free clinics every Saturday Morning at 10am, this weekend, Fix a Flat!

Weekend is here!

Wow! Fantastic riding weather today and the forcast looks great for the weekend..great time for a bike ride, right?

Stop in this Saturday at 10 am for our free clinic: cable chainging, smooth cables, new cables equal faster ride...learn top secret technique and time saving tips!

Our summer meltdown sale has begun, take extra savings off our already low price!

ready for the weekend

stop in the store tomarrow, 10am, for a free clinic. we also have the whole staff here ready to size you to your next bike. Bring your old bike, trade it in or treat it to our newest service "functional overhaul"

Whatever your needs your sure to find it here.

remember, we match any price from any site anywhere...grab your computer find a good deal, print it, bring it, and we will honor it.

There is a reason why we are the best!

Saturday 6/5 sale

HI Riders!



We know a bunch of you are participating in this weekends Tour de Cure, the HRRT 6 hour race or other events in the area.



Plaine and son would like to hook you up for your event.



Saturday 10-6, stop in the store for these deals just for you!



1/2 Price Bike Service: have the gears and brakes checked, as well as a full lube, and air pressure for only $20, best of yet: have it done while you wait.



$30 Bike Fits: Expert fitter Kurt Mason Senior will be here to adjust your position on the bike to get the most out of every pedal stroke. A perfect fit improves speed. Bring riding clothes, Shoes and Pedals. Call for appointment: 346-1433, each appointment about 1/2 hour long.



Also: take 10% off the essentials: lube, tires, tubes, tools, clothing, socks, bags, computers, and gloves. Be prepared for the distance.



So, See you this Saturday, and remember, ride Safe!

Memorial Day Weekend and more

Hey riders and friends! We are pumped for the long weekend ahead, and so are you, right? So stop in tonight, saturday or sunday and pick up anything you might need for your memorial day bike ride.

Family tradition right? take the bikes out, get ice cream, ride to the park and more.

we will be closed monday for the holiday, but reopen tuesday at 10am for the rest of the week.

Have a safe and sun one!

Man- Its bike season

So, judging from our last post you might be able to tell that we have been super busy. Bike season is upon us, and we are helping people choose a ride that suits there needs and looks good too.

Remember, we have you covered, with our performance and fit promise. If your not delighted after three rides, you can bring it back and get something that suits you better!

Fix A Flat Clinic This Saturday!

Come learn how to make a smooth fast roadside repair- don't be at the mercy of your cell phone anymore...take our free clinic and look like a pro. This Saturday, 4/10 at 10am in our store cafe, just show up, no appointment required!

Also: don't forget to join us this Sunday at St. james plaza in Niskayuna, as we celebrate the kick off of the riding season with our annual april 1st ride, really april 11th. Choose from 12 or 32 miles, ride for free, and eat ziti for free after! Great times had by all!

Hope to see you there!

Spring is Here!

join us april 11th for our big season opener ride. A free ride for all ages..32 or 15 miles, ziti bake after, fun fun fun! this is the ride to be on!

Spring is Here!

join us april 11th for our big season opener ride. A free ride for all ages..32 or 15 miles, ziti bake after, fun fun fun! this is the ride to be on!

Snow Storm! Heather was right!

Wow! this storm is huge! We are so excited to see soome fluffy white stuff hit the streets, now we want it to stay there. Don't forget, even waxless xc skis need a little glide wax! Pick some up if you need it, oh yeah..snowshoes? we have you covered!

Snow!

Time to grab your cross country skis and head to the local golf courses for some free skiing! If you have not had a chance to upgrade to a new waxless ski system, now is the time. Waxless skis save you time, and the glide and kick is bar none. A nice waxless xc ski with binding is not that expensive..come on in and check out the Alpinas we have stock!

Visit Us Sunday At Maple Ski Ridge

Visit us 8-12 at the slopes, as we sell some great winter merchandise! Jackets, gloves, socks, and more. Also Check out the bikes we will have with studded tires...come test ride!

Come Visit!

Hey You! Stop in here and visit us! We have lots of cool Stuff! We are cool! We have everything you need.

Ready For Biking?

Spring will be here before you know it. Now is the time to bring your bike by for service. Think ahead of the pack, so when the weather hits, you can be on your bike the same day.

Specialized Bikes are here!

Just received a huge shipment of Specialized Comfort and Fitness bikes! Come test ride today and see how the fit and function of these bikes is superior to any other!

Fresh Snow

IT might only be a few inches..but it makes us think of a good wax and sharpen on our skis ...so if your heading to the slopes. drop them off and pick up within 24 hours. Now thats too good to be true!

Spin classes are amping up!

OUr spin classes are well underway! Come meet your new years resolutions here! Classes are 100% free, just bring your bike and trainer! As I type this I can hear the yollering and hooting upstairs...someones dripping in sweat! Wish It were me.

So come over, mon- friday: 6:30pm!

Tomarrow Night is Plaine and Son Night at Maple!

get your passes here! only $10

New Year- New You!

So, at the start of a new year alot of people like to make resolutions about staying in shape, firming up, getting outside more, and well, living a better lifestyle.

So, Plaine and Son, should fit into your resolution.

We are not strangers to a resolution. Any given day you might walk into the store late night near closing time, and find Les the owner, or Heather or the boys, on the scale weighing in. Sure we play our little competitions here, and why Not?

Life is about fun, and you can always have more fun when you are fit and able to move around more.

haven't been on a bike in years? No problem! Can't Ski? Learn! Make this year the year to go outside of your comfort zone. If your not pushing it, your just wasting time.