The ‘Yes’ Shop: Our Strategic Alliance with Bow Cycle

In the world of non-profits and small businesses, you often hear we’ll see or maybe next year. But whenever we approach Bow Cycle with a challenge, Bob has a different answer: How can I help?

Bow Cycle is a staple of the Calgary cycling community. Since 1957, they’ve been more than just a bike shop—they are a hub for expertise, advocacy, and community support. They have seen the cycling world evolve, but their commitment to helping others hasn’t wavered.

Our strategic alliance with Bow Cycle goes far beyond the retail floor. We work side-by-side with them at the Spyhill Landfill to support Bicycles for Humanity (B4H). They help us fill the cargo containers to the brim, making sure every cubic inch of shipping space is used to transport mobility and hope to those who need it most.

Bow Cycle matches technical rigor with world-class mechanical skill and a community-first heart. This alliance is the gold standard for what a community partnership should look like. Bow Cycle is a Calgary institution, but it’s the yes attitude from Bob and the team that makes them so vital to anyone that cycles.

We appreciate Bow Cycle because of their humility and their hustle. Bob’s how can I help? attitude has fueled some of our most successful initiatives, especially our annual ask for the CBC Calgary Food Bank auction bike package. They understand that a stronger cycling community in Calgary makes for a better city for everyone.

Next time you’re in Calgary, stop by Bow Cycle. Support the shop that represents the best of the community. Tell them Alberta Bike Swap sent you!