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Callout for a cyclo-feminist zine | Appel de textes pour un zine cyclo-féministe
by Gabrielle Anctil 14 Dec '16

14 Dec '16

Hey all, See below for a callout for contributions for a cyclo-feminist zine. (français plus bas) The cyclo-feminist collective Les dérailleuses is looking for contributions for the volume two of its zine Londonderry. The theme: CYCLOTOURISM!!!! You have until January 10th 2017 to send us your essays, drawings, BDs, poems, photos (black/white) and others which expand on the theme of cyclotourism and feminism. Your contributions can be sent to: les.derailleuses(a)gmail.com Your essays must be between 1500 and 2000 characters long, spaces included. Please specify which name you’d like to be credited to in your email. If you are in need of ideas for your submissions, we have some for you! Of course, you don’t need to stick to this list, but we’d love to receive contributions about the following topics: * Cyclo-tourism and privilege * How to guides (ex. How to fix your bike on the road, which tools you need) or anecdotes of repairs on the road * Stories which include a map (ex. I toured around Ireland, here are my favourite spots marked on a map) * Thoughts on travels and respect of local cultures (how to not tokenize people we meet) Les dérailleuses are a collective composed primarily of cis-gendered women, but we’d love to represent a variety of genders and experiences. All contributions welcome! We can’t wait to see what you have to show. Happy biking ♥ // Le collectif cycloféministe Les dérailleuses est à la recherche de contribution pour le volume deux du zine Londonderry. Le thème: CYCLOTOURISME!! Vous avez jusqu’au 10 janvier 2017 pour nous soumettre vos essais, dessins, BDs, poèmes, photos (noir et blanc), alouette sur le thème du cyclotourisme et féminisme. Vos soumissions doivent être envoyées à: les.derailleuses(a)gmail.com Vos textes doivent faire entre 1500 et 2000 caractères, espaces compris. Veuillez nous préciser le nom sous lequel votre soumission doit apparaître dans votre message. Si vous manquez d’idées de sujets, nous en avons pour vous! Vous pouvez bien sûr déroger à cette liste, mais nous aimerions beaucoup recevoir des contributions sur les sujets suivants: * Cyclo-tourisme et privilège * Guides sur comment faire (ex. Comment réparer son vélo sur la route, quels outils avoir) ou des anecdotes de réparations inusitées sur la route * Anecdotes qui incluent une carte (ex. J’ai fait le tour de l’Irlande, voici mes endroits préférés marquées sur une carte) * Réflexions sur le voyage et le respect des cultures locales (comment ne pas tokenizer les gens que l’on rencontre) Les dérailleuses sont un collectif composé principalement de femmes cis-genres, mais nous souhaitons représenter une variété de genres et d’expériences. Toutes les contributions sont les bienvenues! Nous avons très hâte de voir vos soumissions! Bon vélo ♥ -- Gabrielle Anctil +1 514 746-0054 (Montréal) +1 907 782-9237 (US)

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Employee insurance
by Damon Richards 07 Dec '16

07 Dec '16

Our shop has 3 full time employees and we'd like to get them health insurance coverage. Does anybody have a good solution? Thanks in advance, Damon

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Re: [TheThinkTank] Capital Campaign Support documentation *LARGE(ish) FILE WARNING!*
by Jude Wilhelmsen 03 Dec '16

03 Dec '16

So I whipped this up... It's a largeish PDF, sorry for any inconvenience. It would take me probably another 2-3 hours to prep it for consistency and proper printing. It's just a template. This is a wordy example. For an actual brochure I would be looking to cut the word count and/or reduce font-size if I absolutely needed all that verbiage. I'm not sure how attachments work in this here list, but if you're having trouble shoot me a direct email and I'll send you the template in whatever form I can (PDF, .indd, whatever). Y'all are free to use it, though I'd have an actual graphic designer give it some polish/panache as well as an edit/revision by a copywriter before it went public, if you have either of those in the ranks of your organization, or can afford external services. I appreciate feedback of all kinds, so let me know what you think about it! Keep up the good work everybody! -Jude

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Pay Scale in Community Bike Shops
by Tegan Moss 02 Dec '16

02 Dec '16

Hi All, I have been asked by my board to set pay scales for positions here at B!KE. This process includes doing research on pay scales in comparable organizations. While I know that we all operate on different models in cities with very different costs of living, I would much appreciate having some numbers from organizations with similar mandates to put in to my recommendations. For context B!KE has: - 400+ members - 2 year round full-time staff, and 3+ part-time seasonal staff - 200 donated bikes a year - Core programs include Open Shop, Earn-A-Bike, Volunteer Training, In-School Programs, Workshops. Sales of refurbished bikes, new parts, and used parts. - 10 Years of operation - $115,000 Annual operating budget If you are open to sharing pay ranges for people in full-time positions within your organization that would be very helpful for me (especially if contextualize with some of the above bullets). We are particularly interested in the two following position types: Executive Director/Operations Manager and Program Coordinator/Head Mechanic. Thank you very much for any information you are welling to share. You can replay directly to me via email at tegan(a)communitybikeshop.org or in a phone call if that would be easier to provide sensitive or complex info 705-775-7227. Sincerely, Tegan Moss -- -- B!KE: The Peterborough Community Bike Shop 293 George Street North, Peterborough ON (705) 775-7227 communitybikeshop.org

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Gearin' Up Bicycles is Hiring!
by Sterling Stone 02 Dec '16

02 Dec '16

I am excited to announce that Gearin' Up is looking to Gear Up our staff with 3 new positions that we are looking to fill immediately. Each position has enormous potential for growth as the organization expands. We are looking for: Program Coordinator Bike Force Coordinator Development & Communications Associate For more information and to apply, please visit http://gearinupbicycles.org/mission-and-vision/staff/join-team-gub/ Gearin’ Up Bicycles’ purpose is to create career development opportunities and teach essential workplace skills to teenagers from underserved communities, while encouraging cycling as a practical, healthy means of transportation. Gearin’ Up provides access to quality, affordable, used bicycles for those in need and hosts various community outreach programs throughout the year. Gearin’ Up Bicycles is a 501(c)3 nonprofit that equips DC-area youth with tools for success through job training and experiential education. These programs are possible with revenue from our community bicycle shop, which sells refurbished bicycles, as well as workshops and special events that engage the DC community. The full-service bicycle shop, located steps from the Metropolitan Branch Trail, plays a critical role in making cycling more accessible to DC residents of all backgrounds. The space brings together individuals who support the Gearin’ Up mission: to create career development opportunities and teach essential workplace skills to teenagers from underserved communities, while encouraging cycling as a practical, healthy means of transportation. Thanks to all, and please feel free to share with your networks! Sterling -- Sterling-A. Stone Executive Director Gearin' Up Bicycles 314 Randolph Pl., NE Washington, DC, 20002 202-780-5174 - Shop 202-487-0179 - Cell SterlingStone(a)gearinupbicycles.org Find us on Facebook <https://www.facebook.com/GearinUpBicycles?ref=hl>, Join us on Meetup <http://www.meetup.com/Gearin-Up-Bicycles-Learn-to-fix-bikes-meet-cool-peopl…>, and follow us on Twitter <https://twitter.com/GearinUpDC> *Support our good work through the Combined Federal Campaign!*

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Videos of Workshops?
by Robert Grossman 02 Dec '16

02 Dec '16

Can someone point me to the videos that wee taken during the workshops in Detroit? Thanks Rob

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27 Inch Studded Tires Available
by Midway Info 02 Dec '16

02 Dec '16

At Bike!Bike! we brought the 27 x 1-3/8" studded bicycle tires to show at our Bike Parts for the Rest of Us workshop. They are now available from Midway Bicycle Supply. Call us at 651-955-1930 for more information. We work with non-profit bike programs and collectives to give them direct access to wholesale prices on bike parts. Sent from my iPhone

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Small pedicab operations
by breathingplanet . 30 Nov '16

30 Nov '16

Hi thinktank Does anyone know any companies or people in your town who fit either of these descriptions: -operating a very small pedicab business (2 to 3 cabs) -runs a pedicab business that only operates for special events If so, please send along names or contact info (off list is ok). I have some insurance questions and looking for any help I can get. Thanks Andrew Troy Bike Rescue over&out, A (mobile)

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Re: [TheThinkTank] Bike Coalitions?
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28 Nov '16

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Bike Coalitions?
by Josh Bisker 26 Nov '16

26 Nov '16

Is anyone part of a bike coalition in their city? Either a coalition of bike groups or a coalition of social justice groups in which you're the bike folks? I'm about to have the first tentative meeting of an NYC Bike Coalition and would love some perspective from people about what's working and what's not, and any "if I had known, I'd have had us do this thing at the get-go" advice. My goal for this is to have bike groups work with each other and with non-bike groups to develop a shared understanding of institutional discrimination and co-create plans to combat it.

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