Upcoming Events from Real Bikes


Real Bikes has been very busy sponsoring and organizing athletic events of all kinds. Three of these events will come to a head in the month of April. 

April events at our Venice location:
April 11th: Packet pickup for Shark's Tooth 10K (3-7pm)
April 21: Family fun ride at T. Mabry Carlton Reserve (10:00 a.m.)
April 27: Packet pick up for Sharky's Livestrong ride (time tba)

***Register for your chance to win a REAL BIKES kit when you pick up your packet on April 27th***

To find out more visit Real Bikes Venice
581 US Hwy 41 Bypass, Venice, FL 34285
Phone: 941-485-3113
Store Hours: M-F 9:30-5:30, Sat 9:30-5:00 Closed Sun

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