the buzz
Dad's Day, Dad's Way
Give him something he'll really love (besides his kids, of course).
EASY RIDER
Geared toward the beginning road rider, the 2010 Trek 1.2
bike (shown, left) is lightweight, tough and easy to handle,
whether touring the countryside or cruising for fitness — and
receives rave reviews from professionals and civilians alike.
The aluminum frame and Bontrager's carbon fork make an
impressive combination usually seen on much more expen-
sive bikes. $879.99. D&D Bicycles & Hockey, Berkley (248-
547-0770; ddbicyclesandfitness.com ).
—
Lynne Konstantin
BBC) AND B-BALL
.
Treat Dad to an easy after-
noon savoring barbecue
d a ballgame. Named
one of Bon Appetit's Best
New Barbecue Restaurants
in 2009, Slows Bar-B-Q
(313-962-9828; slowsbarbq.com) in Detroit has been rack-
ing up local raves since. Offering all the classic smoky faves,
like Niman Ranch Texas-style beef brisket and St. Louis-
style spareribs, sandwiches like the Mary Ann (brisket
served with dill pickles and thinly sliced onion, shown), new
twists topped with foodie-esque extras like marmalade and
smoked Gouda, plus mac-n-cheese, hoppin' jack, banana
pudding and a tree-lined patio on which to enjoy it all, this
new Corktown classic is just a short drive from Comerica
Park, where he can while away the remains of the day
cheering our Tigers (detroittigers.com).
— L.K.
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