May 2016 - TheThinkTank - lists.bikecollectives.org

Reusable Repair Checklist Tag
by director 02 May '23

02 May '23

Hey All, We just spent some time and redid the tag we use to track repairs on a bike. I'm sure your shops are similar to ours in that many mechanics of varying skill levels will work on a single bike before it's distributed back to the world for use. This make it challenging to ensure a standard of quality on any given bike leaving the shop. As we fleshed out the tag we realized that it could function loosely as a curriculum. For most mechanics, especially students we suggest starting at the top and working down the list. I've come to realize that no two mechanics will do things in the exact same way, everyone has their own style. We've been suggesting that folks do the first two items in order and then address the rest of the repairs at their discretion. Of course we couldn't put everything on a half page so we had to make compromises. You'll notice as you get closer to the bottom of the tag the categories are a little more broad and don't get into the finer details. We're working on a final check list that will include finer details like checking bearing play, tire wear, fine tune derailleurs and brakes... The final checklist won't hang on the bike but it'll be around the shop and part of our training. Stay tuned for this. We print these double sided, cut them in half and laminate them. We hang them on the handlebars and fill them out with a Sharpie. When the bike is done and gone we clean the Sharpie off with 90% rubbing alcohol and a rag. This allows us to use one tag over and over and over. We've been using these tags for about 2 weeks now and it's been awesome. Communication between mechanics is much clearer and bikes are getting done faster. It's really helped orient Earn-A-Bike students to what needs to be done next on their bike. Anyway if you think it's a good idea feel free to adapt it to your shops needs. -- Ride On! Rich Points http://communitycycles.org Executive Director (c)303-589-0597 (w)720-565-6019 Community Cycles is Boulder's only bike shop dedicated to bike commuting. Find us on facebook https://www.facebook.com/CommunityCycles

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no boys allowed zine from bikebike?
by veganboyjosh＠gmail.com 27 Sep '18

27 Sep '18

hey all, i'm looking to get in touch with the person who wrote/published the "no boys allowed" zine which was passed out at bikebike in san francisco. it was part of one of the oppression and gender identity issues workshops. we're looking to start a women's night here at community cycles, and i'd like to scan my copy as a pdf and email it to potential volunteers, as well as make some copies to have in the shop... if you're on the list, or if you know the person who wrote it (her name escapes me), please get in touch with me off list... thanks! josh. community cycles boulder

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Bike!Bike! Workshop Description Writing Guide?
by Godwin ! 07 Jul '16

07 Jul '16

I'm thinking about including a page that gives tips and maybe an outline for attendees writing workshop proposals for this year's Bike!Bike!. Does anyone feel that this might be a particularly bad idea? Otherwise, a discussion here on good and bad practices, examples of well written workshop descriptions, or examples of things you have found confusing about the process would be super useful but it would be great if I could also find a volunteer to help write the doc. Cheers!godwin

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AmeriCorps VISTA positions open in Colorado Springs
by Nikki McComsey 07 Jun '16

07 Jun '16

We are hiring two AmeriCorps VISTA <http://www.nationalservice.gov/programs/americorps/americorps-vista> positions at Kids on Bikes in Colorado Springs! AmeriCorps is a year of service doing good things for your community. The pay is minimal $973/mo but you get to make a difference and gain valuable experience. We are hiring for a full time Bike Inventory Strategist and a School and Family Outreach Coordinator. AmeriCorps pays for all your moving expenses! Click for full job description: Bike Inventory Strategist position <https://my.americorps.gov/mp/listing/viewListing.do?id=67889&fromSearch=true> School and Family Outreach Coordinator <https://my.americorps.gov/mp/listing/viewListing.do?id=67888&fromSearch=true> Click here <http://kidsonbikes.net/> to learn more about Kids on Bikes <http://kidsonbikes.net/> -- Nikki L. McComsey, CPA Executive Director Kids on Bikes, Inc. nikki(a)kidsonbikes.net 719.322.1750 www.kidsonbikes.net

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Re: [TheThinkTank] Thethinktank Digest, Vol 116, Issue 10
by waymond smith 30 May '16

30 May '16

I feel that this is a very good idea, it could help people who want to make a presentation but are unsure why to start in creating a workshop. Go for it!!! On May 30, 2016 3:18 PM, <thethinktank-request(a)lists.bikecollectives.org> wrote: > Send Thethinktank mailing list submissions to > thethinktank(a)lists.bikecollectives.org > > To subscribe or unsubscribe via the World Wide Web, visit > > http://lists.bikecollectives.org/listinfo.cgi/thethinktank-bikecollectives.… > > or, via email, send a message with subject or body 'help' to > thethinktank-request(a)lists.bikecollectives.org > > You can reach the person managing the list at > thethinktank-owner(a)lists.bikecollectives.org > > When replying, please edit your Subject line so it is more specific > than "Re: Contents of Thethinktank digest..." > > Today's Topics: > > 1. Bike!Bike! Workshop Description Writing Guide? (Godwin !) > > > ---------- Forwarded message ---------- > From: "Godwin !" <goodgodwin(a)hotmail.com> > To: Think Tank <thethinktank(a)lists.bikecollectives.org> > Cc: > Date: Sun, 29 May 2016 15:23:27 -0700 > Subject: [TheThinkTank] Bike!Bike! Workshop Description Writing Guide? > I'm thinking about including a page that gives tips and maybe an outline > for attendees writing workshop proposals for this year's Bike!Bike!. Does > anyone feel that this might be a particularly bad idea? > > Otherwise, a discussion here on good and bad practices, examples of well > written workshop descriptions, or examples of things you have found > confusing about the process would be super useful but it would be great if > I could also find a volunteer to help write the doc. > > Cheers! > godwin > > > > > > _______________________________________________ > Thethinktank mailing list > Thethinktank(a)lists.bikecollectives.org > > http://lists.bikecollectives.org/listinfo.cgi/thethinktank-bikecollectives.… > >

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awesome ideas
by Angel York 26 May '16

26 May '16

Here are a couple small, light-hearted ideas I encountered recently. - There's this event called "breakfast on the bridges" and I was reading through their website yesterday and found this: Tardy slips are often available for those who are running late. They may not get you out of trouble, but they'll probably lighten the mood. At least you wont be trying to explain yourself on an empty stomach. - Then just now I saw a photo of someone who had made "bike fairy" lights that said something like "the bike fairy was here" and "may is bike month" and she left them on the bikes at an elementary school. What about y'all? I'm sure y'all have thought up/encountered so much sweetness. Angel

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Academic Papers About Bike Coops or Collectives?
by Josh Bisker 26 May '16

26 May '16

Anyone got good links to academic papers on bike coops or collectives, or studies or articles (academic or otherwise) about the impacts of a collective on a neighborhood?

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DCarea Intentional human power household
by scottwilson6100＠juno.com 21 May '16

21 May '16

I am investigating the idea of forming a household of bike and human powered vehicles and contraptions enthusiasts. Think of things like the UMD Gamera human powered helicopter, or the speedbikes(streamliners) similar to those that compete at the World Human Powered Speed Challenge each fall at Battle Mountain, NV. Or perhaps a human powered aircraft? You can look these things up on the web. If you've already heard of them, there is a good chance you are just the kind of person we are looking for. Hoping to hear from you . I have a large house that could serve as residence and build space. ____________________________________________________________ www.aglhealth.com 10 Shocking Ways Coconut Oil Will Change Your Life http://thirdpartyoffers.juno.com/TGL3131/573ff82ebdcb0782e6554st02duc

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New bike Kitchen
by dave ellis 20 May '16

20 May '16

Hello, I'm pleased to announce Queen City Wheel House, Helena, MT's new bike kitchen! We opened our doors last week in a larger warehouse maker space operation in Helena called the MOP (Means of Production) Shop. With the energy, broad skill set, and like-mindedness toward broadening our community, Montana Bicycle Guild brought us in under their 501(c)(3). We are small with limited hours but are excited to grow in volunteers, programming, partnerships, and space. Our initial offerings are open shop and earn-a-bike, with plans for teen and women's maintenance classes coming soon. We would love any great resources and stories from your startup experiences. Thanks for continuing to be an inspiring group of generous folks! Cheers! Dave

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We're hiring a Shop Manager at The Bike Kitchen (Vancouver, BC)!
by AMS Bike Co-op 19 May '16

19 May '16

Hey bike buddies, We're hiring a full-time shop manager at The Bike Kitchen in Vancouver, BC. Check out the job posting <http://www.bikecoop.ca/2016/05/were-hiring-a-shop-manager/> for more info. Lemme know if you have any questions or would like more info. Happy riding, aida -- *AMS Bike Co-op* University of British Columbia 6138 Student Union Blvd | Vancouver, BC | V6T 1Z1 604-822-2453 | bikecoop.ca | @ubcbike

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