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About Us

Welcome to the Russ Hay's family

Since 1959 we have been helping everyone from the young to the young at heart enjoy the wonderful world of cycling. Be it choosing your child's first run bike, building your dream racing machine, or finding just the right basket for your morning commute; we are here to help put a big smile on your face.

Photo credit: Lorna Shaw

1959

Russ Hay & Marion Hay buy a second-hand store, weed out everything except used bikes, and Russ Hay’s the Bicycle Shop is born

1960s

Russ Hay’s move to a larger store on Government Street

1974

Mike & Ambriss Clermont buy the shop and keep the name as a way of honouring reputation and tradition of family owned, friendly service

1982

Martin Clermont (Mike’s son) turns his first wrench at the age of 12

1985

Russ Hay’s Sidney Location opens

1986

Mike Korb starts working on the sales floor

1987

Fluffy (A.K.A Aaron Dusseault) joins the Russ Hay’s family

1988

Russ Hay’s the Bicycle Shop moves to its current location on Hillside Avenue

2005

Erin Clermont - Mike C.’s daughter-in-law – works her first shift

2007

Conor Conley starts working as a mechanic in the Victoria shop

2012

Ambriss passes away after a valiant battle with cancer – Martin steps up as co-owner with his dad

2013

Conor becomes a co-owner and manager of the Sidney location

2015

Erin & Mike K. join the Hillside shop ownership team 

2017

Marty retires before his dad!

Today

Continuing a proud tradition of supporting community, family, and fun!

Browse Our Bike Selection

Find your dream bike today and visit us for a test ride. We'll ensure that you're on the right bike to meet your needs and the right frame size for a comfortable, safe cycling experience.