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Waivers - English and French
by La Bikery 16 Oct '12

16 Oct '12

> > Hey Spokes, > > We are having our grand opening Tweed Ride this coming Saturday and are looking for waviers in English and French or a short 4km ride. Does anyone haev something like this they would like to share? Amanda > > > _______________________________________________ > > *Coopérative La Bikery Co-operative * > *Centre de vélo communautaire /Community Bicycle Centre* *120 boul. Assomption blvd, Moncton NB* * * *Jeudis: 15 h à 20 h/**Thursdays 3pm-8pm* *Samedis 11 h à 16 h/**Saturdays 11am-4pm* *www.facebook.com/labikery* * *

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Bike baths/showers/washing
by Carl Voss 11 Oct '12

11 Oct '12

In Des Moines, we're pretty excited about moving from our current space (about 1,500 sq ft) to new leased space being built for us--a comfy 3,500 sq ft. I suspect in coming weeks, I'll fire off a few questions requesting ideas about bike storage, wrench stations, and retail/display space. One immediate question regarding plumbing requires our attention in the next week: How we will wash/spray down grungy bikes. (We offer this as a service for members and first step in refurbishing bikes.) We currently have a bike bath, a custom sheet-metal tank measuring about 18 inches wide by 60 inches long. We're thinking about getting rid of the bike bath and switching to a bike shower area. Plumber needs to know what we're thinking So, what works well in your community bike project? Any photos and measurements to share? Thanks for your help! Carl Voss, chair Des Moines Bicycle Collective, Central Iowa's only nonprofit bike shop. carlvoss(a)mac.com Mobile: 515-210-0237 Become a member today for $40. Use our secure donation form.

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bikecollectives.org WEB PAGE DOWN
by Tegan Moss 10 Oct '12

10 Oct '12

Visiting bikecollectives.org prompts a Joomla Installation page. I dont know who the web admin is at this point, but something is definately up... -- -- B!KE: The Peterborough Community Bike Shop 336 Rubidge St, Peterborough ON (705) 775-7227 communitybikeshop.org

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hey matt!!!!
by Brian Drayton 06 Oct '12

06 Oct '12

Brian from Spokes! <https://sites.google.com/a/richmondspokes.org/about/valet> [image: Richmond SPOKESHOP Bike Lounge]<http://spokeshopanniversary-eorg.eventbrite.com/> *SPOKESHOP Bike Lounge First Year Anniversary <http://spokeshopanniversary-eorg.eventbrite.com/> Celebration <http://spokeshopanniversary-eorg.eventbrite.com/>* ╰ღ╮⊰✿⊱ §‽⥁✂Ḝ$ ⊰✿⊱╭ღ╯ <http://spokeshopanniversary-eorg.eventbrite.com/> 10/20/12 5PM - 2AM Richmond | View map <http://maps.google.com/maps?q=Richmond+CA+94801&hl=en> It's been a Spoketacular year. Richmond SPOKESHOP BIke Lounge 1st Anniversary Saturday, October 20, 2012 5:00-8:00 PM... Attend <http://spokeshopanniversary-eorg.eventbrite.com/> Brian Drayton Executive Director SPOKES National , Richmond 322 Harbour Way #5 Richmond, Ca 94801 brian(a)richmondspokes.org Google voice (510) 545-2243 http://www.richmondspokes.org FaceBook: http://www.facebook.com/richmond.spokes Join our mailing list and get a subscription to our monthly news letter (SPOKE ~N~WORD ) *http://tinyurl.com/sp0ke-n-w0rd* ~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~ Why re-invent the wheel ...when you can tighten the spokes? ~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~* *

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HI
by John Boyer 05 Oct '12

05 Oct '12

please look in to this http://www.business7newspa.net/work/?finance=29059

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Community Bike Shop in Knoxville, TN?
by Matt Warndorf 05 Oct '12

05 Oct '12

Hello All, Is there a community bike shop in Knoxville, TN? I am from Worcester Earn-A-Bike in MA and I will be heading down to Knoxville in November for a conference and would like to stop in and check out another shop. Also, while I'm down there I will be in need of a loaner bike to get to and from the convention center. I am willing to pay a small fee for the loaner bike if anyone is able to help me out. Thanks! Best, Matt - warndom(a)gmail.com

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Grant Opportunity
by Jonathan Morrison 27 Sep '12

27 Sep '12

http://befearless.casefoundation.org/finding-fearless/submission Sincerely, Jonathan Morrison Executive Director Bicycle Collective 2312 S. West Temple Salt Lake City, UT 84115 w: 801-328-2453 c: 801-688-0183 f: 801-466-3856 www.bicyclecollective.org The mission of the Bicycle Collective is to promote cycling as an effective and sustainable form of transportation and as a cornerstone of a cleaner, healthier, and safer society. The Collective provides refurbished bicycles and educational programs to the community, focusing on children and lower income households.

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Developer's BikeBike!
by momoko saunders 27 Sep '12

27 Sep '12

Hi all, I've been playing around with the idea of a developer's BikeBike! This would be a time for the tech savvy of the bike collective world to get together to discuss and *actively work on* some of the tech issues that many community bike projects face. Specifically, we would look at HUB, the open source software that SF bike kitchen built. Some would be working on the BikeBike website. We could discuss point of sale options, or make suggestions of projects to work on. I'm sure some of us have personal endeavors that we could use a hand on, or an extra brain or two. I've got a location and time in mind, but I'd like to see the level of interest before I start making proposals. Once I have an email list of interested parties, I'll start narrowing down on what exactly will happen at this bikebike and how it will be organized. If there is any interest in this, Please email me back (off list). Please include info about your current geography, your computer skills, and any projects you are currently working on for community bike projects. Cheers, -Momoko

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good city relations
by Ann Altstatt 25 Sep '12

25 Sep '12

Hello All, This is a question for those of you who's projects have a good relationship with your local government. What does that look like? How did this relationship develop? What kind of support or recognition do you receive from your city? Thanks y'all! Ann the Santa Cruz Bike Church

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Community Cycles Volunteer Handbook
by Rich Points 25 Sep '12

25 Sep '12

Hey All, We just posted our volunteer handbook on the Wiki. http://www.bikecollectives.org/wiki/index.php?title=Community_Cycles_-_Volu… 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.

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Invitation to our Sportswear Manufacturing Factory during Canton Fair Period from 15 Oct 2012 to 4 Nov 2012
by Sportswear Production 24 Sep '12

24 Sep '12

Dear Madam / Sir, How are you? We would like to take this opportunity to introduce our factory and hope can establish mutual working cooperation with you in near future. Our main products are : - cool-dry / quick-dry / sun protection sportswear for different purposes - technical clothing / sportswear / promotional-textile / promotional- clothing - crew-neck shirts / polo shirts / v-neck shirts / sweatshirts / fleece wear - shorts / trousers / windbreakers / tracksuits / softshell jackets / technical uniform / workwear - and other sport garments with water-resistant / wind-resistant / breathable functions Our products are qualified to following standards : - Fabric quality passes the ISO Standards for colourfastness and Azo-free. - Workmanship quality passes the AQL 2.5 Standard certified by SGS. - Print and dye stuff are AZO, PVC and formaldehyde free. We can make counter samples with your design logo by : - labelling / embroidery / flocking - printing ( including screen printing / sublimation printing / head transfer printing / discharge printing / ... ) Also we can send you our e-catalogues with our latest textile product information regularly. Our advantages are strong in fast delivery and flexible in order quantity. ( We keep running production fabrics in 200 different qualities with existing stock colours; can meet fast production lead-time and smaller order quantity. ) For the transportation, we can provide you Door-to-Door Courier Delivery at specially low discount rate. Since we have special contract with different courier companies ( DHL / UPS / FedEx ), we can provide you a good courier charge rate up to 50% discount. It would be economical and convenient for small and urgent orders. For shipment by seafreight and airfreight. we can also make the landing and customs clearance / declaration for you. The Canton Fair would start from 15 Oct 2012 to 4 Nov 2012. Our factory is very close to the Canton Fair Exhibition Centre. By car, it is only 15 minutes' distance. And we can pick you up from the Canton Fair Exhibition Centre to our factory by our company car. If you have chance to come to Guangzhou, we would like to invite you to our factory with different facilities / departments. We can arrange hotel accommodation and transportation pick-up for you. For your visiting, we also can prepare samples and fabric information for you. Please advise us what kinds of textile products you are interested in. Looking foward to hearing your further inquiry. Thanks for you kind attention. Best regards, Ms. PingPing Huang Email: toptextile(a)21cn.com top_tex(a)sina.com t_wear(a)126.com H. M Top-Tex Sportswear Manufacturing Factory H.M Building , Rui Bao Er She Industrial Zone, Hai Zhu Qu, Guangzhou City, Guangdong Province, China Postal Code : 510288 Tel: (86) 18028063405 / (86)18922192570, Fax: (86) 20.8402 8410 ----- No virus found in this message. This is a good e-mail. Checked by AVG - www.avg.com Version: 2012.0.2221 / Virus Database: 2441/5288 - Release Date: 09/23/12

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Please Critique Our Org's Flyer and Share Yours!
by Ryan Feller - Suncoast Community Bikes 21 Sep '12

21 Sep '12

Hello all, We are a brand new bicycle-related nonprofit here in southwest Florida. We are currently working on flyers, a simple brochure, and some other promotional materials. Attached is a draft of our collection drive flyer, which we hope to have printed in 8.5x11" and 12x18" sizes. Please let us know what you think! We would love to see what kinds of flyers, posters, brochures, business cards, and other promo materials your organizations have come up with! Which images and messages seem to work best? Where do you distribute them? Many thanks! -- Ryan Feller Director 5800 Bay Shore Road, Box 275 Sarasota, FL 34243 (941) 894-4333 ryan(a)suncoastcommunitybikes.org *www.suncoastcommunitybikes.org*

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Press Release: Bike!Bike! Northeast Scheduled for September 29 in Troy, NY
by Andrew L 20 Sep '12

20 Sep '12

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE COMMUNITY BIKE VOLUNTEERS AND CYCLING ENTHUSIASTS TO CONVERGE AT NORTHEAST REGIONAL “BIKE! BIKE!” GATHERING IN TROY, NY ON SEPTEMBER 29. MORE INFORMATION: http://www.troybikerescue.org CONTACT: 518-573-7947 Troy, NY - On September 29, 2012 representatives from community bike projects across the Northeast US and Canada will be gathering in North Troy for an event called “Bike! Bike! Northeast.” Activities will take place at both Troy Bike Rescue (3280 6th Avenue) and The Sanctuary for Independent Media (3361 6th Avenue). Bike! Bike! Northeast will be a full day of workshops, skillshares, discussions, and networking complete with an afternoon bike ride and an evening of world-class music from San Fransisco’s Rupa and the April Fishes (http://theaprilfishes.com). Conference sessions will cover a wide variety of topics relevant to the DIY biking community, from ‘trash-hacking’, welding, and making recycled jewelry to diagnosing your bike’s mechanical problems by ear, starting your own bicycle delivery co-op, and maintaining a consensus decision-making collective. SCHEDULE OVERVIEW 9am-10am - Registration 10am-12pm - Workshop Sessions 12pm-1pm - Community Lunch 1pm-5pm - Workshop Sessions 5pm-6pm - Bike Ride 6:30 pm - Sanctuary Community Potluck 8pm - Rupa & The April Fishes play live In attendance at Bike Bike! Northeast will be local ‘bike people,’ many of whom congregate and organize around Troy Bike Rescue as well as their colleagues from similar collectives in other cities such as Burlington, Ithaca, Toronto, Cortland, Worcester, Boston, and others. The conference is not necessarily intending to attract local recreational or competitive cyclists, though they are welcome. The activities will more likely appeal to those who ride as a form of resistance to ‘car culture’, and understand bicycling as a lifestyle. Community bike projects aim to build ‘bike culture’ and community through hands-on education. They collect and recycle old unwanted bicycles and make them available to patrons at low or no cost. The ultimate goal is to get more people riding bicycles for transportation. Many of these projects started off, like Troy Bike Rescue, as small back-yard projects in the late 90s or early 2000s and now operate spaces that serve as self-service non-profit shops, and urban classrooms for all things bicycle. Bike!Bike! Northeast is a regional off-shoot of the (Inter)National Bike!Bike! Conference that happens annually - most recently in Vancouver BC in June 2012 (http://bikebike.org). <about:blank> Every year it is organized by a different collective. The first Bike! Bike! was held in New Orleans in 2004, and was attended by about 30 organizers of non-profit/anti-capitalist bike shops around the country. Now, it is an international gathering of around 300 people that has taken place in many cities such as Pittsburgh, Milwaukee, Minneapolis, San Fransisco, and Toronto.

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Re: [TheThinkTank] Interbike
by wormsign＠gmail.com 12 Sep '12

12 Sep '12

Bikerowave folks will be there. Dunno about me personally yet though. Enzo Loconte Board Secretary Bikerowave DIY Bike Collective Reno Bikes <renobikeproject(a)gmail.com> wrote: >Is anyone going to Interbike this year? > >Noah > >-- > >Wed-Fri 11am-6pm >Sat 10am-4pm >541 E. 4th Street. >Reno, NV 89512 >775.323.4488 > >donate via paypal: http://www.renobikeproject.com/index.php/donate/ > >Follow us on Flickr: http://www.flickr.com/photos/renobikeproject/ > >Please let us know if you would like to unsubscribe to our email list. > >_______________________________________________ >Thethinktank mailing list >Thethinktank(a)lists.bikecollectives.org >To unsubscribe, send a blank email to TheThinkTank-leave(a)bikecollectives.org >To manage your subscription, plase visit: >http://lists.bikecollectives.org/listinfo.cgi/thethinktank-bikecollectives.…

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Interbike Gathering,
by christopher＠holisticcycles.com 12 Sep '12

12 Sep '12

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Interbike
by Reno Bikes 11 Sep '12

11 Sep '12

Is anyone going to Interbike this year? Noah -- Wed-Fri 11am-6pm Sat 10am-4pm 541 E. 4th Street. Reno, NV 89512 775.323.4488 donate via paypal: http://www.renobikeproject.com/index.php/donate/ Follow us on Flickr: http://www.flickr.com/photos/renobikeproject/ Please let us know if you would like to unsubscribe to our email list.

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Bike!Bike! Northeast PLUS Rupa & The April Fishes
by Andrew L 10 Sep '12

10 Sep '12

a gentle nudge to pre-register for BBNE if you intend to come, and some info about the Sanctuary party with live music from Rupa & The April Fishes. Bike!Bike! Northeast SEPTEMBER 29, 2012 10am - 10 pm 3280 6th Avenue in North Troy On Saturday September 29th, there will be a gathering of bicycle activists, organizers, and enthusiasts in Troy. Bike!Bike! Northeast is a day of discussions, skillsharing sessions, and bicycle fun including locals and guests from as far as Pennsylvania, Ohio, Vermont, and Eastern Canada. There will be a *group ride*, *community meals* and *live music* from Rupa and the April Fishes in the evening at The Sanctuary for Independent Media.Meet others interested in building bicycle culture and learn about bicycle maintenance, wheel truing, trash-hacking, yoga for biking, diy bike-welding, and much more.... or YOU propose a workshop! INFORMATION & REGISTRATION AT: www.troybikerescue.org/bikebikene (please sign up in advance if at all possible) -------- Bike!Bike! Northeast includes a night of live music featuring: Rupa and the April Fishes 8pm at The Sanctuary for Independent Media 3361 6th Avenue in North Troy “...musical languages converge from around the world; from punk to indie rock, from reggae to raga to rockabolly, chanson to cumbia, from Malian guitar patterns to mournful duduk melodies. In other times and places musical traditions have met to forge a sound that is more insistence than resistance; this band, this album, belong to that long tradition of rebel music.” -www.theaprilfishes.com -- ------__o ----_`\<,_ ---(_)/ (_) andrew lynn 518-573-7947

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Bicycle Longmont - Launched the Longmont BIke Garage, today!
by Ryan Kragerud 07 Sep '12

07 Sep '12

We are excited to announce we launched our "collective" community-based bike workshop today. We inked the lease and will move into the space in the next few weeks. This has been over 5 years in the making and we've finally done it! Myself along with a few others on our board trolled the Collective's Think Tank for years reading and poring over your advice, recommendations and experiences. I want to extend a wholehearted THANK YOU to all of you who I've met over the past year traveling around the midwest and to all of you who respond to this list. Your wisdom is highly appreciated. When in Longmont look us up! Longmont Bike Garage. Sincerely, Ryan Kragerud, President Bicycle Longmont

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Re: [TheThinkTank] Local bike coalition shut down local bike co-op
by wormsign＠gmail.com 07 Sep '12

07 Sep '12

Hi all, there was a series of productive meetings where we mutually reallized that we have a lot of the same interests and that it was in everyone's best interest to reopen the shop and recognize the cooperative decision making structure of the space. We've received new keys and have opened up a better line of communication between the groups. We are currently working together to create a memorandum of understanding between the both of us (I actually have no experience with these if someone has some constructive input) that we will be working out in the coming week. Enzo Loconte Board Secretary Bikerowave DIY Bike Collective Adams Carroll <adams(a)walkbikenashville.org> wrote: >Go ahead and buy a basic set of tools. You may never earn back the cost of >tools in donations, etc... but you will open up an enormous round of >opportunities. Once you re-establish yourself as a vital community >resource, people will line up to volunteer wrench, promote, or recruit for >your cause. > >Since founding freebikeshop, I've never asked for or received any cash >donations for the repairs that me and my volunteer mechanics have >performed. Regardless, we've put at least 2000 bikes back on the road >around the world in the past three years and the contribution of time, >materials, and promotion that we have received is more than I can tally. >And besides, you can always use your tools to fix yer own damn bike. > >www.freebikeshop.com do it for the bikes > >All the best, > >Adams Carroll >Walk/Bike Nashville <http://www.walkbikenashville.org/> > >*For thirteen years, Walk/Bike Nashville has sought to make active >transportation an option for Nashvillians, no matter where they live or >where they're trying to go.**We want our sidewalks and bikeways to support >active living, commuting options, and recreational opportunities.**Together, >we're building a more walkable, bikeable, livable Nashville.* > > > >On Mon, Sep 3, 2012 at 9:00 PM, Leslie Peteya <lesliepeteya(a)gmail.com>wrote: > >> Hi Enzo, >> About 4 years ago, the Durham Bike Co-op got burned by our fiscal >> sponsor, an umbrella non-profit, >> in a manner similar to what you are describing, as it folded. We lost >> our-then 501c3 status, some of our actual operating capital, our liability >> insurance, a grant that the City had recommended us for, and a few other >> things. We also got smacked shortly after with accusations from a >> disgruntled ex-volunteer about some of our operating policies. >> >> Needless to say it was a rocky time for the co-op and our collective. >> Luckily we had established a bank account, >> had the keys to the place, and had our tools, and were self sustaining >> through our set-up, so we were able to >> pull through. >> >> The best advice I can give to you is to go it alone. Organize yourselves >> into a board of directors or a core collective, >> establish non-profit status, buy your own liability insurance, and >> purchase your own tools. Set firm policies, reach out to the community, and >> if you're the right fit for the community, you'll soon find demand for your >> shop and services >> will exceed supply. >> >> And, not to knock umbrella non-profits, but I've had nothing but bad >> experiences with them, 2 separate times with 2 separate organizations. The >> problem with umbrellas is all the organizations underneath them can get >> screwed if >> the parent non-profit folds or is mismanaged. >> >> Best, >> Leslie >> >> On Sat, Sep 1, 2012 at 10:33 PM, Carolyn Braunius <brauniusc(a)yahoo.com>wrote: >> >>> I'd say don't be afraid to go out on your own. If the tools are the new >>> shops, negotiate getting them from the coalition, and start looking for a >>> new space. If people like your organization you'll be able to grow and >>> stick true to your values, without having to be under an authority you >>> didn't agree to. >>> >>> If the tools aren't able to come back to the collective, let them go and >>> start over the way your collective would like to operate. When Troy Bike >>> Rescue got swinging in Troy again, it was a few stands in a yard and a >>> couple of filing cabinets. Then it moved into a shared shopfront and is now >>> in its own wheelhouse. >>> >>> Give it a shot and see what happens and good luck. As Troy Bike Rescue >>> grew and established its own identity, I think it grew more quickly than we >>> ever thought it would and it was/is really amazing. >>> >>> >>> www.troybikerescue.org >>> >>> "When shall we live if not now?" - M.F.K. Fisher >>> >>> ------------------------------ >>> *From:* Doug Franz <doug(a)coatesvillebikeworks.org> >>> *To:* 'The Think Tank' <thethinktank(a)lists.bikecollectives.org> >>> *Sent:* Saturday, September 1, 2012 9:30 PM >>> *Subject:* Re: [TheThinkTank] Local bike coalition shut down local bike >>> co-op >>> >>> Enzo, this is quite messy, if I may say so. >>> >>> First, I think you said that the grant that funds the bike co-op belongs >>> to the local bike coalition. Therefore, it’s up to the coalition to decide >>> how to distribute the funds, including the terms (within the terms of the >>> grant, of course). If they say the co-op needs to be run by their manager, >>> the co-op can take it or leave it. Many entrepreneurial startups have >>> faced the same demand by venture capitalists. It’s part of business. >>> Money rarely comes without strings. >>> >>> Second, you say you were operating under their charter in order to have >>> non-profit status. Of the many benefits you realized, this is probably the >>> smallest. You were likely promoted through their publications, covered by >>> their liability insurance and given credibility on the street and with >>> grantors and donors because of your affiliation. This last part is >>> especially important. An organization’s reputation is extremely valuable, >>> especially in the nonprofit world. It sounds like the coalition is >>> concerned that the activities of the co-op is damaging their reputation. >>> >>> Okay, now to the messy part. What was the reporting arrangement between >>> the co-op and the coalition? Did the coalition have a member or two on the >>> co-op’s board? On the management committee? How did the co-op keep their >>> most important donor informed? This should have been addressed at the >>> co-op’s creation. >>> >>> Unfortunately, it sounds like the communication from the co-op to the >>> coalition was so poor that the allegations raised by the former volunteer >>> were perceived as credible. Even if they aren’t true, the fact that they >>> are plausible is shocking. People at the coalition are realizing that the >>> co-op was operating more independently than they thought. >>> >>> Okay, so it’s decision time for the co-op. Will they turn their back on >>> their support system and go it alone? That’s the route to go to preserve >>> the co-op’s autonomy, but it may destroy the co-op in the process. They >>> could easily be stigmatized as enemies of the coalition. ‘Enemies’ isn’t >>> the right word, but it’s the best I have. They’ll lose their money, their >>> space, and their affiliation. >>> >>> From what you’ve said, I believe the co-op has no bargaining power here. >>> They should put their ego aside and listen to what the coalition has to >>> say, and do their best to preserve their organization within the new >>> framework. >>> >>> My two cents, for what they’re worth. >>> >>> Doug Franz, President >>> >>> [image: BikeWorks_3_wText] >>> >>> coatesvillebikeworks.org >>> like us on facebook! http://www.facebook.com/CoatesvilleBikeWorks >>> >>> doug(a)coatesvillebikeworks.org >>> 610-383-4349 >>> >>> I respect your right to manage the amount of email you receive. If you >>> want to be removed from this email list, please reply to ONLY ME, with >>> "unsubscribe" in the subject line. >>> >>> *From:* thethinktank-bounces(a)lists.bikecollectives.org [mailto: >>> thethinktank-bounces(a)lists.bikecollectives.org] *On Behalf Of *Vincenzo >>> loco >>> *Sent:* Saturday, September 01, 2012 7:24 PM >>> *To:* The Think Tank >>> *Subject:* [TheThinkTank] Local bike coalition shut down local bike co-op >>> >>> I'd like to some info from those of you whose shop runs under the >>> umbrella of a bike coalition or other advocacy group. How has this effected >>> your ability to operate autonomously as a collective? I'm involved with a >>> fledgling bike coop that was created as a biproduct of a grant that was >>> managed by the local bike coalition. We were operating under their charter >>> so as to have non-profit status. It was many of the volunteer's >>> understanding that the bike coalition was only helping us manage our >>> finances, helping us access grants, and generally helping us get ourselves >>> established in the community. As soon as they heard complaints from a >>> former volunteer they at first told us that they didn't acknowledge our >>> decision making process (full consent) and told us that they wanted us to >>> run under a manager that they hire. More recently (following more >>> complaints and accusations from potentially the same ex-volunteer) they >>> went in and had the locks changed and shut the whole shop down. We will be >>> meeting with them this week and trying to discuss how to get the place back >>> open. Has anyone else been down this road? Have you hit walls because of >>> a hierarchic organisation not having faith in the collective's ability to >>> make decisions? Should we even go ahead with them if it means not having >>> control of the direction or operation of the shop? What could we do to save >>> the shop and our autonomy? >>> -Enzo >>> not speaking on behalf of the bikerowave but another org. >>> >>> _______________________________________________ >>> Thethinktank mailing list >>> Thethinktank(a)lists.bikecollectives.org >>> To unsubscribe, send a blank email to >>> TheThinkTank-leave(a)bikecollectives.org >>> To manage your subscription, plase visit: >>> >>> http://lists.bikecollectives.org/listinfo.cgi/thethinktank-bikecollectives.… >>> >>> >>> >>> _______________________________________________ >>> Thethinktank mailing list >>> Thethinktank(a)lists.bikecollectives.org >>> To unsubscribe, send a blank email to >>> TheThinkTank-leave(a)bikecollectives.org >>> To manage your subscription, plase visit: >>> >>> http://lists.bikecollectives.org/listinfo.cgi/thethinktank-bikecollectives.… >>> >>> >> >> _______________________________________________ >> Thethinktank mailing list >> Thethinktank(a)lists.bikecollectives.org >> To unsubscribe, send a blank email to >> TheThinkTank-leave(a)bikecollectives.org >> To manage your subscription, plase visit: >> >> http://lists.bikecollectives.org/listinfo.cgi/thethinktank-bikecollectives.… >> >> > >_______________________________________________ >Thethinktank mailing list >Thethinktank(a)lists.bikecollectives.org >To unsubscribe, send a blank email to TheThinkTank-leave(a)bikecollectives.org >To manage your subscription, plase visit: >http://lists.bikecollectives.org/listinfo.cgi/thethinktank-bikecollectives.…

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Local bike coalition shut down local bike co-op
by Vincenzo loco 06 Sep '12

06 Sep '12

I'd like to some info from those of you whose shop runs under the umbrella of a bike coalition or other advocacy group. How has this effected your ability to operate autonomously as a collective? I'm involved with a fledgling bike coop that was created as a biproduct of a grant that was managed by the local bike coalition. We were operating under their charter so as to have non-profit status. It was many of the volunteer's understanding that the bike coalition was only helping us manage our finances, helping us access grants, and generally helping us get ourselves established in the community. As soon as they heard complaints from a former volunteer they at first told us that they didn't acknowledge our decision making process (full consent) and told us that they wanted us to run under a manager that they hire. More recently (following more complaints and accusations from potentially the same ex-volunteer) they went in and had the locks changed and shut the whole shop down. We will be meeting with them this week and trying to discuss how to get the place back open. Has anyone else been down this road? Have you hit walls because of a hierarchic organisation not having faith in the collective's ability to make decisions? Should we even go ahead with them if it means not having control of the direction or operation of the shop? What could we do to save the shop and our autonomy? -Enzo not speaking on behalf of the bikerowave but another org.

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Boise Bicycle Project Hiring a FT Volunteer/Program Coordinator
by Jimmy Hallyburton 06 Sep '12

06 Sep '12

Hey Good people, BBP's Volunteer Coordinator is moving into the Shop Manager position and behold there is now an opening for a Full Time Volunteer/Program Coordinator position. The position is posted locally, but of course we'll open it up to our friends from out of the area. Attached is a full job description and application process. Keep up all the good work out there, and spread the word that there is a life changing position opening up at the Boise Bicycle Project. -- Thanks, Jimmy Hallyburton Executive Director Boise Bicycle Project (208)-429-6520 1027 Lusk St Boise, ID 83702 www.boisebicycleproject.org .……………......…….__o .………………...…….>,\ ~~~~~~~~~~~~~( · ) / ( · ) Join the Boise Bicycle Project's Free Spirit Newsletter list by going to www.boisebicycleproject.org/Newsletter

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Any luck with bike recipient organizations covering u-lock and light expenses?
by Ryan Feller - Suncoast Community Bikes 06 Sep '12

06 Sep '12

Hi all, I and some other folks are starting a bike collective-esque organization here in Southwest Florida. We're working with existing nonprofits to distribute the bikes we collect and refurbish, and it seems that demand for our bikes will far outpace supply. We consider it necessary to include a basic u-lock and lights on every bike we distribute, but we also wish to keep our expenses down, so we can focus more on collecting/distributing bikes and less on selling them as a fundraiser. Even at wholesale cost through J&B (with quantity discounts), it'll cost us around $16 to equip each bike. We would like to test the waters a bit and see if any recipient organizations would be able to cover some or all of these costs. Perhaps it's a stretch, as these organizations are just as cash-strapped as we are, but have any other bike collectives had success with this? Also, is there any cheaper place to find u-locks and lights (perhaps some supplier sells them cheaper or offers super-high-quantity discounts)? Many thanks! -- Ryan Feller Director 5800 Bay Shore Road, Box 275 Sarasota, FL 34243 (954) 232-3790 ryan(a)suncoastcommunitybikes.org *www.suncoastcommunitybikes.org*

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Re: [TheThinkTank] Any luck with bike recipient organizations covering u-lock and light expenses?
by summitcyclingcenter＠yahoo.com 04 Sep '12

04 Sep '12

Shop BIG LOTS or another closeout Store. I have seen u locks for $8.00 that retail for $30. Sent from my HTC EVO Design™ 4G from Boost Mobile ----- Reply message ----- From: "Dylan Thies" <dylan.thies(a)lostorienteerer.net> To: "The Think Tank" <thethinktank(a)lists.bikecollectives.org> Subject: [TheThinkTank] Any luck with bike recipient organizations covering u-lock and light expenses? Date: Tue, Sep 4, 2012 9:41 am It depends on how active the crime is in your area, if it is like NYC wear the thieves are wheeling around plasma cutters than my solution is not for you. That being said you can buy chain by the foot at most hardware stores and if you buy in bulk it gets cheaper by the foot, and simple padlocks don't costs that much money 5$? I think at home depot i got chain 20 ft of chain at 1.20$ a foot and 10 padlocks for ~5$ a lock totaling around 75$ which could be ten chains and locks at 2 ft for a price of 7.50$. all prices are USD hope that could be a solution for you On 1 September 2012 12:15, Ryan Feller - Suncoast Community Bikes <ryan(a)suncoastcommunitybikes.org> wrote: Hi all, I and some other folks are starting a bike collective-esque organization here in Southwest Florida. We're working with existing nonprofits to distribute the bikes we collect and refurbish, and it seems that demand for our bikes will far outpace supply. We consider it necessary to include a basic u-lock and lights on every bike we distribute, but we also wish to keep our expenses down, so we can focus more on collecting/distributing bikes and less on selling them as a fundraiser. Even at wholesale cost through J&B (with quantity discounts), it'll cost us around $16 to equip each bike. We would like to test the waters a bit and see if any recipient organizations would be able to cover some or all of these costs. Perhaps it's a stretch, as these organizations are just as cash-strapped as we are, but have any other bike collectives had success with this? Also, is there any cheaper place to find u-locks and lights (perhaps some supplier sells them cheaper or offers super-high-quantity discounts)? Many thanks! -- Ryan Feller Director 5800 Bay Shore Road, Box 275 Sarasota, FL 34243 (954) 232-3790 ryan(a)suncoastcommunitybikes.org www.suncoastcommunitybikes.org _______________________________________________ Thethinktank mailing list Thethinktank(a)lists.bikecollectives.org To unsubscribe, send a blank email to TheThinkTank-leave(a)bikecollectives.org To manage your subscription, plase visit: http://lists.bikecollectives.org/listinfo.cgi/thethinktank-bikecollectives.… -- Dylan Thies Come on I dare you Derive me crazy Don't be charitable because you need to bebut because you want to be

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bbne updated site
by Andrew L 29 Aug '12

29 Aug '12

hi all, we are finally getting some confirmations and registrations for Bike!Bike!NE. thanks to those who have registered! there is some more info up here, as of now: http://troybikerescue.org/bikebikene just a heads up to the thinktank! over & out. -- ------__o ----_`\<,_ ---(_)/ (_) andrew lynn 518-573-7947

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Re: [TheThinkTank] at-risk youth starting a community bike shop?
by GMelton909＠earthlink.net 26 Aug '12

26 Aug '12

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at-risk youth starting a community bike shop?
by Allyson Lowery 22 Aug '12

22 Aug '12

Hi there, I work with at-risk youth in a rural northern community and yesterday as I was tossing my sea foam green toilet at the dump I saw at least 6 bikes. I have been looking for something to engage some of my kids and I started thinking about bike-cycling/community shops etc. I feel that this is a really worthwhile project I just have no idea how to go about starting off - so I am looking for support - I am going to check the lists and see what advice is there, then I am going to start networking within my community. Any words of wisdom would be appreciated! Allyson Lowery , MS Ed Child and Youth Care Program Mackenzie Counselling Services PO Box 790 Mackenzie, BC V0J 2C0 tel: 250.997.6595 xt 226 fax: 250.997.3903 email: allyson.lowery(a)mackenziecounselling.ca

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Free Product for Your Shop, Courtesy of Planet Bike
by Mike Samuelson 22 Aug '12

22 Aug '12

Hi Think Tank, The Alliance for Biking and Walking is excited to partner with Planet Bike to donate extra Planet Bike gear to community bike shops across the continent! Planet Bike has some refurbished product inventory that they need to clear to make room in their warehouse. With their commitment to advocacy, they are excited to offer these refurbished products free of charge. Attached is the catalog of gear available through this offer. Per Planet Bike¹s request, to be eligible to receive donations your organization must have a relatively up to date website, submit a brief description of your youth earn-a-bike program and commit to pass these items on free of charge to kids (18 years old or younger) who are active in your program. (Your EAB program need not be exclusively youth oriented, but it must have a robust youth contingent.) Orders received first will get first priority. Unfortunately, we may not be able to fill all requests due to limited quantities. If you are interested, please complete the attached order form by filling in the "Quantity Requested" column and email the form back to me by Monday, August 27th. In addition, please include a brief description of your earn-a-bike program and acknowledge that you will give away any donated product that you receive from Planet Bike through this offer. I¹m happy to answer any basic questions you have or pass more detailed questions along to Jay Ferm, Advocacy Director at Planet Bike. Best, Mike Mike Samuelson Member Services and Open Streets Coordinator Alliance for Biking & Walking P.O. Box 65150 Washington, DC 20035 Phone: 202-449-9692 x 7 Mike(a)PeoplePoweredMovement.org <mailto:Mike@PeoplePoweredMovement.org> Follow the Open Streets Project <http://openstreetsproject.org/> on Twitter <https://twitter.com/#%21/Open_Streets> and like us on Facebook <http://www.facebook.com/OpenStreetsProject> to stay up to date with the latest on open streets!

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Hiring: Exec Dir for Sopo Bike Coop in Atl, Ga
by tito ＠ sopo bike co-op 20 Aug '12

20 Aug '12

Aug 20, 2012 – Sopo is looking to hire a Full time Executive Director. Job descriptions are in the body of this message. Individuals who are interested should email their resume plus cover letter, as well as any inquiries, to tito(a)sopobikes.org. Applications are due on August 24th for the Executive Director position. Sopo Bicycle Cooperative is now located in Grant Park at 586 Woodward Avenue SE, Atlanta, GA 30312. *Sopo Bicycle Cooperative is a 501(c)3 nonprofit bicycle repair workshop. Sopo's* *mission is to create equitable access to bicycling by providing affordable bicycle* *maintenance services and education. All donations to Sopo are tax deductible. The shop* *is located at 586 Woodward Avenue SE, Atlanta, GA 30312. Operating hours are* *Tuesday, Wednesday, and Thursday nightsfrom 7 pm until 10 pm and Saturday and* *Sunday afternoons from 2 pm until 5 pm. Visit **www.sopobikes.org **for more information.* * * *Job Description* Title: Executive Director Status: Full-Time Salary: $28,000 (+ stipend for benefits) The Executive Director is the Chief Executive Officer of Sopo Bicycle Cooperative. The Executive Director reports to the Board of Directors, and is responsible for the organization's consistent achievement of its mission and financial objectives. Sopo’s Executive Director’s responsibilities are as follows: Serve as the public face of the organization along with Board members; attend local community meetings, participate in local bike politics, represent organization at regional and national conferences; Work with the staff, Finance Committee, and the board in preparing a budget; see that the organization operates within budget guidelines; Be responsible for developing and maintaining sound financial practices ; Assure that the organization effectively implements its long-range strategy which achieves its mission, and toward which it makes consistent and timely progress; Develop and implement fundraising regime; engage funds providers and sustain beneficial partnerships, organize fundraising events; submit grants; ensure that adequate funds are available to permit the organization to carry out its work (in coordination w/Board); Maintain program oversight; provide support for Volunteer Coordinator, ensure programs are sustainable by providing organizational support for Programs; Provide leadership in program development; explore means to better provide equitable, practical and affordable [bicycle repair and education] services; Demonstrate continuity of community engagement through internal and external communication; participate in monthly meetings; keep Board informed on a timely basis of all information relevant to the governance of Sopo; publicize events and programs; Provide organizational stability by maintaining official records and documents, and ensure compliance with federal, state and local regulations; create bi-annual reports for Board; Jointly, with the president and secretary of the board of directors, conduct official correspondence of the organization, and jointly, with designated officers, execute legal documents; Maintain a climate in the Shop and at Sopo events that attracts, keeps, and motivates a diverse crew of top quality staff and volunteers (shared with Volunteer Coordinator); and See that an effective shop management team, with appropriate provision for succession, is in place (shared with Volunteer Coordinator). Required skills and experience: Basic bicycle maintenance skills, 2 years of significant volunteer experience at Sopo or another local focused nonprofit service based organization, excellent communication skills, social media skills, intermediate computer skills, experience in conflict resolution, experience in personnel management, budgeting skills, fundraising experience, grant writing experience and a deep commitment to Sopo's values. Bilingual Spanish/English is a plus. tito sands @ SOPO Bikes 1270 Caroline St NE Ste D120-392 Atlanta, GA 30307 cell. 678.907.3892 www.sopobikes.org Our mission is to create equitable access to cycling by providing affordable bicycle maintenance, services and education.

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cctv
by Andrew L 16 Aug '12

16 Aug '12

hi all, does anyone use inexpensive versions of cctv? thoughts? just curious. we are discussing. andrew tbr -- ------__o ----_`\<,_ ---(_)/ (_) andrew lynn 518-573-7947

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Re: [TheThinkTank] Interbike
by summitcyclingcenter＠yahoo.com 15 Aug '12

15 Aug '12

I am not golng. No one to run things while I am gone. Angelo Sent from my HTC EVO Design™ 4G from Boost Mobile ----- Reply message ----- From: "Reno Bikes" <renobikeproject(a)gmail.com> To: "The Think Tank" <thethinktank(a)bikecollectives.org> Subject: [TheThinkTank] Interbike Date: Tue, Aug 14, 2012 5:12 pm Is anyone going to Interbike this year? Noah -- Wed-Fri 11am-6pm Sat 10am-4pm 541 E. 4th Street. Reno, NV 89512 775.323.4488 donate via paypal: http://www.renobikeproject.com/index.php/donate/ Follow us on Flickr: http://www.flickr.com/photos/renobikeproject/ Please let us know if you would like to unsubscribe to our email list.

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Database
by Sharon Lynn-Weese Northumberland Family Respite 15 Aug '12

15 Aug '12

Hello; We are starting a new Cycling Transitions shop and I would be interested in any information you could share in regards to setting up a database to track data for statistic purposes; such as # of members, # of members using shop per week/month male/female, etc. Was thinking 'Access' database type system. Any suggestions? Thank you, Sharon PS...I'm sending this request via my email at work, however; I prefer to use my personal email: sl.weese(a)hotmail.com Sharon Lynn-Weese Administration - Northumberland Family Respite Services CHAP Coordinator - respiteservices.com 72 Walton Street Port Hope, On L1A 1N3 Telephone: 905 885-6671 Ext. #223 Fax: 905 885-9758 Email: sweese(a)northumberlandfamilyrespite.ca Find us on Facebook : http://www.facebook.com/pages/respiteservicescom/169731519721774

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Re: [TheThinkTank] Interested in developing group insurance plan?
by wormsign＠gmail.com 15 Aug '12

15 Aug '12

Hi mike, I would also suggest approaching CAN because they have experience with volunteer organizations and DIY shops already. A lot of other insurers seemed to have difficulty understanding what we needed. I'm really excited to see that this is moving along. Enzo Loconte Board Secretary Bikerowave DIY Bike Collective Mike Samuelson <mike(a)peoplepoweredmovement.org> wrote: >Hi Think Tank, >It's really exciting to see this conversation happening, as creating a group >insurance plan is something that the Alliance for Biking & Walking has been >looking into since BikeBike, based on several conversations that I had in >Vancouver. > >We have had some really good conversations with McKay Insurance, who were >actually already looking into creating a group rate when we contacted them, >and will be reaching out to a couple other companies in the coming weeks. >McKay should be sharing their plan in the next couple days, which I will >post on the Think Tank for everyone to look over and give their thoughts. > >Looking forward to continuing this discussion. > >Best, >Mike > > >Mike Samuelson >Member Services and Open Streets Coordinator >Alliance for Biking & Walking > >P.O. Box 65150 >Washington, DC 20035 > >Phone: 202-449-9692 x 7 >Mike(a)PeoplePoweredMovement.org <mailto:Mike@PeoplePoweredMovement.org> > > >Follow the Open Streets Project <http://openstreetsproject.org/> on Twitter ><https://twitter.com/#%21/Open_Streets> and like us on Facebook ><http://www.facebook.com/OpenStreetsProject> to stay up to date with the >latest on open streets! > >From: Mark Friis <tenbears1(a)verizon.net> >Reply-To: The Think Tank <thethinktank(a)lists.bikecollectives.org> >Date: Tue, 14 Aug 2012 15:01:37 -0700 >To: 'The Think Tank' <thethinktank(a)lists.bikecollectives.org> >Subject: Re: [TheThinkTank] Interested in developing group insurance plan? > >You pay $3000 a year? Wow, that¹s steep. I am working with other insurances >to see what I come up with. > > >From: thethinktank-bounces(a)lists.bikecollectives.org >[mailto:thethinktank-bounces@lists.bikecollectives.org] On Behalf Of Reno >Bikes >Sent: Tuesday, August 14, 2012 2:49 PM >To: The Think Tank >Subject: Re: [TheThinkTank] Interested in developing group insurance plan? > > >Just an FYI, > > >We are insured through this company, which is a non-profit insurance >company. the rate was relatively cheap and you get access to some cool >resources. I think their minimum policy was around 3k, but not sure about >that. > > > >http://www.insurancefornonprofits.org/ > > > >Hope this helps, > >Noah > >On Tue, Aug 14, 2012 at 2:40 PM, Joshua Muir <muirjoshua(a)gmail.com> wrote: >I think the motivation to organize an insurance pool is a great idea- thanks >for posting info to the wiki. > >josh > >On Tue, Aug 14, 2012 at 12:59 PM, Jameel Alsalam <jalsalam(a)gmail.com> wrote: >> >> Hello ThinkTank, >> >> >> >> Earlier this year I helped the organization I volunteer with, The Bike House >> (thebikehouse.org <http://thebikehouse.org> ) to search for general liability >> insurance. The motivation was the offer of a free space, but we needed to have >> insurance. At the time, we were an unincorporated group, no 501c3 status, >> small budget, no employees, etc. I did a bunch of searching. The League of >> American Bicyclists said that their program is really just for bike ride clubs >> and advocacy groups, not for co-ops. A lot of the insurance options only work >> if you are 501c3, which we were not. While we eventually found insurance that >> works for us (for now anyway), the experience led me to believe that there is >> a gap in insurance options for small/newish community bike repair groups. >> >> >> >> To address this gap, I would like to work with the League of American >> Bicyclists or other national group to come up with a plan that would work for >> community bike repair groups. They are going to want to know that there are >> interested groups out there. So I am throwing this out there - would you or >> your group be interested in helping to shape a plan and possibly purchasing it >> in the future if it met your requirements? >> >> >> >> There are a lot of possible variables - groups with space or without space, >> groups with employees or without, groups that work with kids or don't, groups >> that just do teaching and repairs/groups that also do rides or other >> activities. I may send out a survey later if there is significant interest to >> start to get a sense of what requirements are most common. >> >> >> >> (Also: I just updated/expanded the insurance article on the bike collectives >> wiki <http://www.bikecollectives.org/wiki/index.php?title=Insurance> with new >> info from our search. I hope you all like it) >> >> >> >> best, >> Jameel >> >> -- >> Jameel Alsalam >> (510) 717-9637 <tel:%28510%29%20717-9637> >> jalsalam(a)gmail.com >> >> >> _______________________________________________ >> Thethinktank mailing list >> Thethinktank(a)lists.bikecollectives.org >> To unsubscribe, send a blank email to TheThinkTank-leave(a)bikecollectives.org >> To manage your subscription, plase visit: >> http://lists.bikecollectives.org/listinfo.cgi/thethinktank-bikecollectives.… > > > >-- >Joshua Muir >muirjoshua(a)gmail.com > >Frances Cycles <http://www.francescycles.com/> >Handbuilt cycling framesets >Touring, Track, Road,Cross, and Cargo > >203 Cedar St Santa Cruz, CA (831) 469-3369 <tel:%28831%29%20469-3369> > > > >The Bicycle Church Collective <http://bikechurch.santacruzhub.org/> > >Community Self-Service Cycle Repair >3pm to 7pm everyday except Sunday >703 Pacific Ave (enter on Spruce St) >Santa Cruz, CA 95060 >(831) 425-2453 <tel:%28831%29%20425-2453> > > >_______________________________________________ >Thethinktank mailing list >Thethinktank(a)lists.bikecollectives.org >To unsubscribe, send a blank email to TheThinkTank-leave(a)bikecollectives.org >To manage your subscription, plase visit: >http://lists.bikecollectives.org/listinfo.cgi/thethinktank-bikecollectives.o >rg > > > >-- > >Wed-Fri 11am-6pm >Sat 10am-4pm > >541 E. 4th Street. >Reno, NV 89512 >775.323.4488 > >donate via paypal: http://www.renobikeproject.com/index.php/donate/ > >Follow us on Flickr: http://www.flickr.com/photos/renobikeproject/ > >Please let us know if you would like to unsubscribe to our email list. > >_______________________________________________ Thethinktank mailing list >Thethinktank(a)lists.bikecollectives.org To unsubscribe, send a blank email to >TheThinkTank-leave(a)bikecollectives.org To manage your subscription, plase >visit: >http://lists.bikecollectives.org/listinfo.cgi/thethinktank-bikecollectives.o >rg > > >_______________________________________________ >Thethinktank mailing list >Thethinktank(a)lists.bikecollectives.org >To unsubscribe, send a blank email to TheThinkTank-leave(a)bikecollectives.org >To manage your subscription, plase visit: >http://lists.bikecollectives.org/listinfo.cgi/thethinktank-bikecollectives.…

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Re: [TheThinkTank] Interested in developing group insurance plan?
by wormsign＠gmail.com 15 Aug '12

15 Aug '12

Bikerowave also uses CAN for insurance, I had mentioned the importance of providing collective access to insurance at the meeting with the alliance for biking and walking at bike bike. I hope something comes of this as there are several unincorporated bike collectives in the Los Angeles area that would benefit. The alliance wants a way to help the coop community so I think approaching them would be a good start. Enzo Loconte Board Secretary Bikerowave DIY Bike Collective Ken <kjleibold(a)frontier.com> wrote: >The Martin Bike Co-op and Repair in Martin, TN would be interested in what >you find out. > >Thanks. > > > >Ken Leibold, CEO, Chief Everything Officer > > > >From: thethinktank-bounces(a)lists.bikecollectives.org >[mailto:thethinktank-bounces@lists.bikecollectives.org] On Behalf Of Yellow >Bike Program >Sent: Tuesday, August 14, 2012 7:01 PM >To: 'The Think Tank' >Subject: Re: [TheThinkTank] Interested in developing group insurance plan? > > > > > >The Yellow Bike Program and Reconditioned Bikes for Kids, Inc. of Rapid >City, SD would be interested in what you find out. Thank you. > > > >Dale Bishop > > > >-----Original Message----- >From: thethinktank-bounces(a)lists.bikecollectives.org >[mailto:thethinktank-bounces@lists.bikecollectives.org] On Behalf Of Eric >Montgomery >Sent: Tuesday, August 14, 2012 2:58 PM >To: The Think Tank >Subject: Re: [TheThinkTank] Interested in developing group insurance plan? > >www.brockvillebikeministry.com is very interested >Eric Montgomery >Executive Director > >On Aug 14, 2012 2:39 PM, "Thomas Labenski" <labenskit(a)gmail.com> wrote: > >Count me in!! > >Tom L. > >Two dogs bike recycle > > > >On Tue, Aug 14, 2012 at 3:59 PM, Jameel Alsalam <jalsalam(a)gmail.com> wrote: > >Hello ThinkTank, > > > >Earlier this year I helped the organization I volunteer with, The Bike House >(thebikehouse.org) to search for general liability insurance. The motivation >was the offer of a free space, but we needed to have insurance. At the time, >we were an unincorporated group, no 501c3 status, small budget, no >employees, etc. I did a bunch of searching. The League of American >Bicyclists said that their program is really just for bike ride clubs and >advocacy groups, not for co-ops. A lot of the insurance options only work if >you are 501c3, which we were not. While we eventually found insurance that >works for us (for now anyway), the experience led me to believe that there >is a gap in insurance options for small/newish community bike repair groups. > > > >To address this gap, I would like to work with the League of American >Bicyclists or other national group to come up with a plan that would work >for community bike repair groups. They are going to want to know that there >are interested groups out there. So I am throwing this out there - would you >or your group be interested in helping to shape a plan and possibly >purchasing it in the future if it met your requirements? > > > >There are a lot of possible variables - groups with space or without space, >groups with employees or without, groups that work with kids or don't, >groups that just do teaching and repairs/groups that also do rides or other >activities. I may send out a survey later if there is significant interest >to start to get a sense of what requirements are most common. > > > >(Also: I just updated/expanded the insurance article on the bike collectives >wiki <http://www.bikecollectives.org/wiki/index.php?title=Insurance> with >new info from our search. I hope you all like it) > > > >best, >Jameel > > > > >-- >Jameel Alsalam >(510) 717-9637 <tel:%28510%29%20717-9637> >jalsalam(a)gmail.com > > >_______________________________________________ >Thethinktank mailing list >Thethinktank(a)lists.bikecollectives.org >To unsubscribe, send a blank email to TheThinkTank-leave(a)bikecollectives.org >To manage your subscription, plase visit: >http://lists.bikecollectives.org/listinfo.cgi/thethinktank-bikecollectives.o >rg > > > > >_______________________________________________ >Thethinktank mailing list >Thethinktank(a)lists.bikecollectives.org >To unsubscribe, send a blank email to TheThinkTank-leave(a)bikecollectives.org >To manage your subscription, plase visit: >http://lists.bikecollectives.org/listinfo.cgi/thethinktank-bikecollectives.o >rg > > >_______________________________________________ >Thethinktank mailing list >Thethinktank(a)lists.bikecollectives.org >To unsubscribe, send a blank email to TheThinkTank-leave(a)bikecollectives.org >To manage your subscription, plase visit: >http://lists.bikecollectives.org/listinfo.cgi/thethinktank-bikecollectives.…

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Interested in developing group insurance plan?
by Jameel Alsalam 15 Aug '12

15 Aug '12

Hello ThinkTank, Earlier this year I helped the organization I volunteer with, The Bike House (thebikehouse.org) to search for general liability insurance. The motivation was the offer of a free space, but we needed to have insurance. At the time, we were an unincorporated group, no 501c3 status, small budget, no employees, etc. I did a bunch of searching. The League of American Bicyclists said that their program is really just for bike ride clubs and advocacy groups, not for co-ops. A lot of the insurance options only work if you are 501c3, which we were not. While we eventually found insurance that works for us (for now anyway), the experience led me to believe that there is a gap in insurance options for small/newish community bike repair groups. To address this gap, I would like to work with the League of American Bicyclists or other national group to come up with a plan that would work for community bike repair groups. They are going to want to know that there are interested groups out there. So I am throwing this out there - would you or your group be interested in helping to shape a plan and possibly purchasing it in the future if it met your requirements? There are a lot of possible variables - groups with space or without space, groups with employees or without, groups that work with kids or don't, groups that just do teaching and repairs/groups that also do rides or other activities. I may send out a survey later if there is significant interest to start to get a sense of what requirements are most common. (Also: I just updated/expanded the insurance article on the bike collectives wiki<http://www.bikecollectives.org/wiki/index.php?title=Insurance>with new info from our search. I hope you all like it) best, Jameel -- Jameel Alsalam (510) 717-9637 jalsalam(a)gmail.com

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Building an Ecat nuclear reactor from bike parts for home heating and cooking
by Brown, Henry, DoIT 14 Aug '12

14 Aug '12

My son is an engineering student. He is interested in building a NI/Hydrogen reactor from steel bike parts. His goal is to create a kit that could be used to build power systems from bikes in the third world. Could you suggest bike parts that could withstand 1200 C ? Ecat Ni/Hydrogen reactor http://ecat.org http://energycatalyzer3.com/news/leaked-test-data-indicates-hot-ecat-operat… He saw this steam bike design. It gives you an idea of what he would like to build. http://flashbackfab.com/pages/steam01.html World Bicycle Relief is a group donating bikes to underdeveloped countries. http://worldbicyclerelief.org For millions, of the worlds poor people, this may allow girls to go to school. Girls collect firewood and leave school. Ecat would replace firewood and prevent deforestation. http://worldbicyclerelief.org/programs/education If girls go to school their children will enable job opportunities. Basic Blender Bike: Have students load blender freeware on PC and import file to bike file to blender. http://blender.org http://e2-productions.com/repository/modules/PDdownloads/singlefile.php?cid… Ecat is built with steel pipe and is assembled with minimal welding. http://ecatbuilder.com/builders/bhlowe/parts-list Could bike designers build a bike, for the developing world, that integrated an Ecat reactor into their design? Simulating a bike frame in http://Blender.org<http://blender.org/> (see further info below) http://mostly3d.wordpress.com/2011/09/29/blender-3d-bicycle-modeling-tutori… <http://www.blendswap.com/3D-models/misc-objects/bicycle-2/>http://www.blendswap.com/3D-models/misc-objects/bicycle-2/ http://www.blendswap.com/3D-models/vehicles/bicycle-low-poly/ http://www.blendswap.com/3D-models/vehicles/vtt-rockrider-8-1-bike/ Could this model be used to build a bike frame and modify it into an Ecat reactor? I am interested in simulating an Ecat reactor made from bike parts. Does you use any graphic software for parts? In an underdeveloped country could an Ecat be configured from steel bike parts? This cartoon will give you some information on the reactor design. (press right arrow key to move from frame to frame) http://scratch.mit.edu/projects/GeneMachine/1791470 Ecat is built with steel pipe and is assembled with minimal welding. http://ecatbuilder.com/builders/bhlowe/parts-list Could a bike mechanic build a reactor from spare bike parts? Could a bike frame itself, integrate a reactor, that can be turned on at night for heating and cooking? Off in the morning to ride the bike to work. The reactor would then be less likely to get stolen and allow the owner to travel with fuel on board. A small nuclear reactor E-cat could change energy used in the world. A 5kWh hot water heater and house baseboard system will be avail in 2013. http://leonardo-ecat.com/fp/Products/5kW_Heater/index.html http://ecat.org It could heat homes at a fraction of today’s costs for oil and gas. It could decentralize electric power by using a stirling engine to produce electricity in the home. I was a Peace Corps Volunteer working on renewable energy and water in Jamiaca, WI in the 1970's. I worked at PNM managing the power grid. I saw deforestation by firewood collection in Haiti. Henry Brown hbrown(a)sisna.com<mailto:hbrown@sisna.com> 505 795-3680

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Bike!Bike! Northeast Registration
by Andrew L 13 Aug '12

13 Aug '12

Hi Thinktank, If you havent seen past notes, we are planning Bike!Bike! Northeast Weekend for September 28-30. There will be meetups, workshops, rides, live music, great locally grown food, and more. We are inviting people to come either Friday night (for Critical Mass), or Saturday AM, and stay through Sunday afternoon. Please take a few moments and check some boxes on our simple registration form, so that we know to keep in touch with you. http://troybikerescue.org/bikebikene ALSO, Please fwd this link to people in the northeast in order to spread the word! Thanks the TBR BBNE team -- ------__o ----_`\<,_ ---(_)/ (_) andrew lynn 518-573-7947

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Phoenix Bikes Hiring Shop Mgr/Lead Mechanic
by Phoenix Bikes 13 Aug '12

13 Aug '12

Phoenix Bikes, the Arlington, Va.-based youth and community bicycling nonprofit, is hiring a Bike Shop Manager / Lead Mechanic to start work in our community bike shop in September 2012. *Job Overview* In addition to mentoring youth mechanics, the Shop Manager/Lead Mechanic will guide the process by which we take in repairs and refurbish bikes for sale, write up repair tickets, schedule the work, and assign each repair to various mechanics within the shop. A full job description is here: http://www.phoenixbikes.org/jobs/shop-manager. Applicants should email a resume, cover letter, and contact information for three references to henry(a)phoenixbikes.org. Henry Dunbar Executive Director Phoenix Bikes

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Recycle-A-Bicycle is Hiring!
by Pasqualina Azzarello 10 Aug '12

10 Aug '12

Hi Everyone, Recycle-A-Bicycle is hiring! We are looking for a full-time Head Mechanic to work at our storefront in Brooklyn, NY. Please feel free to help spread the word! Website: http://www.recycleabicycle.org/featured/were-hiring Craigslist: http://newyork.craigslist.org/brk/trd/3197358889.html Recycle-A-Bicycle is a not-for-profit bicycle shop that refurbishes bicycles to sell and offers full-service repairs. Located in NYC, we have youth job training and environmental education programs for teenagers teaching them bicycle mechanics, job skills, and environmental stewardship. We are looking for someone who is interested in working with us to get all types of riders and bikes on the road. We are interested in working with someone who is passionate about bicycles and about sharing that passion with others. The Head Mechanic position involves all aspects of bicycle repair, from ensuring that customers receive appropriate estimates to ensuring all mechanic work in the shop is done properly and in a timely manner. Head Mechanic is responsible for overseeing part-time and full-time mechanics. Ability and desire to teach others is a must. Head Mechanic will work with the Shop Manager to ensure that the bike shop runs smoothly. Requirements and responsibilities for this position are: Significant experience as a mechanic in a bike shop with references; Ability to manage bicycle repair schedule; Ability to oversee other mechanics; Ability to educate interns, as needed; Proficient in bicycle overhaul techniques; Knowledge of older bicycles, cup and cone bearing systems, and 3 speed hubs; Knowledge of bicycle styles and sizing to assist customers; Ability to diagnose repairs, estimate cost and turnaround time, and inspect bikes for safety; Correct use of advanced tools; Use of Point of Sale system (computerized cash register); Previous experience with inventory management is a plus; Highly organized; Excellent communication skills; Ability to help customers and represent organization in a professional manner. Start date: As soon as possible Pay rate: Commensurate with experience Women and minority bike mechanics encouraged to apply Health benefits available *To apply, please send an email that includes your contact info, background info, and resume to: susan(a)recycleabicycle.org* Website: http://www.recycleabicycle.org/ Craigslist: http://newyork.craigslist.org/brk/trd/3197358889.html Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/pages/Recycle-A-Bicycle/62453932286 -- Pasqualina Azzarello Executive Director Recycle-A-Bicycle Ph: 718-858-2972 Fax: 718-858-6201 http://www.recycleabicycle.org Follow us on Facebook<https://www.facebook.com/pages/Recycle-A-Bicycle/62453932286> Follow us on Twitter <https://twitter.com/#%21/RAB_NYC>

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Game Changer?
by mfen651＠aol.com 02 Aug '12

02 Aug '12

Thank you all for allowing me yet one more entry onto the Bike Collectives: The Think Tank. What follows are two articles that many of you I am sure have seen, and a few of you may not have. I found it very interesting on many levels. The first level is one of a philosophical nature: Will this in fact revolutionize the bicycle world? Even more importantly, does it hold the possiblity of revolutionizing the global world of transport? On a more macro basis, does it have positive implications for what bicycle cooperative are doing now, and if so, what are they? A practical, reliable, fully serviceable $90 to $100 brand new bicycle certainly creates possibilities, but what exactly are they? So enough of my thought clouds. Here are the articles: Cycle on the Recycled: A $9 Cardboard Bike Set to Enter Production in Israel Julie Ma August 2, 2012 • 12:30 pm PDT The last time your purchased something made entirely from cardboard, chances are it was a box to pack up your belongings. While the sturdy material is perfect for moving your stuff, an inventor from Israel has figured out a way to make cardboard move you. Using nine dollars worth of materials, bicycle enthusiast Izhar Gafni has created a fully functioning, water-resistant bicycle, made, from seat to spokes, entirely of recycled cardboard. The technology makes the environmentalist's choice mode of transportation even a bit greener and easier on the wallet. The all cardboard bike is shockingly durable: it can carry riders who weigh up to 485 pounds. A layer of coating atop the cardboard shields the bike from the elements and gives the finished product the look and feel of lightweight plastic. While the cost to make the bicycle ranges from nine to twelve dollars, the manufacturer expects to sell the vehicle for sixty to ninety dollars depending on the optional addition of an electric motor. “It's going to be a game-changer in the bike world,” says Giora Kariv, an Israeli artist and a longtime friend of Gafni's who made a documentary about the project. “Like Henry Ford who made the car available to anybody, this bike is going to be cheap and available to any child in the world, including children in Africa who walk dozens of miles to school everyday.” According to Kariv's documentary, Gafni's cardboard bicycle was inspired by news that an inventor had succesfully built a cardboard canoe. Gafni's bike design was initially deemed "impossible" by three engineers, but over the course of three years, Gafni proved triumphant. He has since made four different prototypes and even created a training bike for youth using origami techniques to mold and strengthen the material. Gafni's next steps involve establishing a company to produce and distribute his cardboard creation to the world market. He's currently working with investors to have the product ready for mass-production and worldwide distribution by next year. <iframe src="http://player.vimeo.com/video/37584656?title=0&byline=0&portrait=0" width="400" height="300" frameborder="0" webkitAllowFullScreen mozallowfullscreen allowFullScreen></iframe> The CARDBOARD BICYCLE PROJECT The Cardboard Bicycle Project is a new, revolutionary and green concept that produces bicycles which are made of durable recycled cardboard. ERB is an active partner who manages all the business and financial aspects. The first commercial model of bicycles is designed for large companies as a vehicle for the employees and to large cities as a cheap, light-weight vehicle and parallel to it the electric model is being developed. The Cardboard Bicycle can withstand water and humidity, coated with a strong layer of brown and white material, making the finished product look like it is made of hard lightweight plastic and can carry riders weighing up to 220 kilograms. The cost to make the bicycle is around $9-$12 and the manufacturer expects that the cost to the consumer would be around $60-$90 depending on what parts they choose to add on. ERB leads the world wide business activity of Cardboard Bicycle in Israel and abroad. Q&A's: What was the biggest challenge in working with cardboard? The biggest challenge of the cardboard bikes development was to learn and develop a whole new know how and SWOT in regards to the Cardboard material. What did you learn from the experience? What start up nation learned: Nothing is impossible! Is it patented? All know how, working and production techniques are closed within multi claims IP. How far along is the development of the product? The development started 3 years ago, since there was no know how in regards to the Cardboard material, first 2 years were devoted to learn the properties and behavior from all aspects of engineering tools, strength calculation and analysis, and establishment of the IP that protects all this know how. Do you have a manufacturing and marketing plan already in place? We did not put together any marketing plan since we understand that this task will have to be planned with our strategic partner that we look for now. We know for sure that designing the shield with the Logo of a city, company or any entity we will gather with, will bring his power of marketing and PR that will help market the product. We have other products in our future pipeline as wheel chairs, baby carriage and more. Does the company currently have any assets? The real asset of the company is the unique know how and IP which includes all aspects of strengths and weaknesses calculations of the raw material, fire and waterproof techniques and the ability to produce almost any product such as furniture's, wheel chairs etc'. When will the company get toythe point where it is manufacturing? The Company now raises $750K that will bring the company after one year of operations to a full and detailed manufacturing plans for the first 2 platforms. The commercial bikes for companies and cities (BOM – $10, 9 KG), and the kids bike (BOM - $3, 1.5 KG). These models will be almost 100% recycled materials and will have the options of adding an electric motor. At this stage we have only the prototype for the commercial bikes as shown on the video (serial production for the adult bikes with or without the electric motor). I look forward to the conversation this might start. Thank you for your time and thoughtful consideration of these possibilities. Matt

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Re: [TheThinkTank] Thethinktank Digest, Vol 72, Issue 3
by Laurie Hanselmann 01 Aug '12

01 Aug '12

At the Bike Depot in Denver we have a recycling service that employs developmentally disabled adults that picks up all our recycling (the city does not do this for free for businesses). We set up a deal where give them both our tires and our metal recycling, so we all break even (pretty much) and don't have to pay anything. We give our tubes to Green Guru, and they give us used tire liners they are donated. We have a good thing going on now, but it has taken years to finally find a solution for tires. The recycling places around here charge the same for a bike tire as a car tire! On Wed, Aug 1, 2012 at 12:04 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. Re: Tires (Chris Chan) > 2. Re: Tires (Mark Rehder) > > > ---------------------------------------------------------------------- > > Message: 1 > Date: Wed, 1 Aug 2012 11:50:11 -0600 > From: Chris Chan <chris.chan(a)edmontonbikes.ca> > To: The Think Tank <thethinktank(a)lists.bikecollectives.org> > Subject: Re: [TheThinkTank] Tires > Message-ID: > < > CABvfKSr7Jx5sDC4CgCaP0+UFN90kNwMgJX2-umaws-9dCStSGA(a)mail.gmail.com> > Content-Type: text/plain; charset="iso-8859-1" > > In Alberta, the Alberta Recycling Management Authority takes tubes and > tires for rubber recycling. So we have tire recycling cages located at both > of our shops. (Part of the reason they're able to offer the service is > because of us: the retail bike shops don't throw out nearly as many tires > as us.) > > For details about how they do it (if you want to get tire recycling in your > own region), contact them. > > > http://www.albertarecycling.ca/BasicContent.aspx?id=1864&ekmensel=a681a8bf_… > > > On Wed, Aug 1, 2012 at 11:35 AM, Godwin ! <goodgodwin(a)hotmail.com> wrote: > > > ok. > > > > <http://thegodwin.ca/cantire.jpg> > > > > > > Also, I think this place actually makes money off of tube recycling: > > http://www.greengurugear.com/recycling.html > > > > > > .g > > > > > > ------------------------------ > > From: veganboyjosh(a)gmail.com > > Date: Wed, 1 Aug 2012 13:05:38 -0400 > > > > To: thethinktank(a)lists.bikecollectives.org > > Subject: Re: [TheThinkTank] Tires > > > > if anyone ever figures out some way to make money collecting bicycle > > tires, one of you Canadian shops should print up some bicycle tire money. > > > > > > > > On Wed, Aug 1, 2012 at 1:01 PM, Godwin ! <goodgodwin(a)hotmail.com> wrote: > > > > For those in Canada, MEC will (or at least used to) take tires to > > recycle. I've heard that REI and even Costco have a similar program in > some > > communities in the US. > > > > .g > > > > > > ------------------------------ > > Date: Wed, 1 Aug 2012 10:54:42 -0600 > > From: gzuphoesdown(a)gmail.com > > To: thethinktank(a)lists.bikecollectives.org > > Subject: Re: [TheThinkTank] Tires > > > > > > You can burn them to heat your home in winter. They burn a long time. > > > > > > On Wed, Aug 1, 2012 at 10:52 AM, Ann Altstatt <annaltstatt(a)gmail.com > >wrote: > > > > Our local dump used to accept them in the rubber recycling-- now it's car > > tires only! We have a build up, as well. . . trying to figure out a new > > plan. > > ann > > c/o SC Bike Church > > > > On Tue, Jul 31, 2012 at 10:34 PM, mnativeone(a)gmail.com < > > mnativeone(a)gmail.com> wrote: > > > > Try Les Swabb Tire dealer. > > > > Most Tire dealers Recycle them Free. > > > > Mike > > > > Bike Partners > > Olympia , WA > > > > > > > > > > *-------Original Message-------* > > > > *From:* Andrew L <breathingplanet(a)gmail.com> > > *Date:* 7/30/2012 6:02:35 PM > > *To:* The Think Tank <thethinktank(a)lists.bikecollectives.org> > > *Subject:* [TheThinkTank] Tires > > > > hey all! > > > > i know this has been a thread some time ago, but i would like some > > sounding off on what folks are doing to dispose of OR upcycle spent > tires. > > > > we have a build up!! > > > > thanks for the help in advance! > > > > Andrew > > Troy Bike Rescue > > Troy, NY > > > > -- > > ------__o > > ----_`\<,_ > > ---(_)/ (_) > > andrew lynn 518-573-7947 > > > > > > > > > > ------------------------------ > > > > _______________________________________________ > > Thethinktank mailing list > > Thethinktank(a)lists.bikecollectives.org > > To unsubscribe, send a blank email to > > TheThinkTank-leave(a)bikecollectives.org > > To manage your subscription, plase visit: > > > > > http://lists.bikecollectives.org/listinfo.cgi/thethinktank-bikecollectives.… > > > > > > _______________________________________________ > > Thethinktank mailing list > > Thethinktank(a)lists.bikecollectives.org > > To unsubscribe, send a blank email to > > TheThinkTank-leave(a)bikecollectives.org > > To manage your subscription, plase visit: > > > > > http://lists.bikecollectives.org/listinfo.cgi/thethinktank-bikecollectives.… > > > > > > > > _______________________________________________ > > Thethinktank mailing list > > Thethinktank(a)lists.bikecollectives.org > > To unsubscribe, send a blank email to > > TheThinkTank-leave(a)bikecollectives.org > > To manage your subscription, plase visit: > > > > > http://lists.bikecollectives.org/listinfo.cgi/thethinktank-bikecollectives.… > > > > > > > > _______________________________________________ Thethinktank mailing list > > Thethinktank(a)lists.bikecollectives.org To unsubscribe, send a blank > email > > to TheThinkTank-leave(a)bikecollectives.org To manage your subscription, > > plase visit: > > > http://lists.bikecollectives.org/listinfo.cgi/thethinktank-bikecollectives.… > > > > _______________________________________________ > > Thethinktank mailing list > > Thethinktank(a)lists.bikecollectives.org > > To unsubscribe, send a blank email to > > TheThinkTank-leave(a)bikecollectives.org > > To manage your subscription, plase visit: > > > > > http://lists.bikecollectives.org/listinfo.cgi/thethinktank-bikecollectives.… > > > > > > > > _______________________________________________ Thethinktank mailing list > > Thethinktank(a)lists.bikecollectives.org To unsubscribe, send a blank > email > > to TheThinkTank-leave(a)bikecollectives.org To manage your subscription, > > plase visit: > > > http://lists.bikecollectives.org/listinfo.cgi/thethinktank-bikecollectives.… > > > > _______________________________________________ > > Thethinktank mailing list > > Thethinktank(a)lists.bikecollectives.org > > To unsubscribe, send a blank email to > > TheThinkTank-leave(a)bikecollectives.org > > To manage your subscription, plase visit: > > > > > http://lists.bikecollectives.org/listinfo.cgi/thethinktank-bikecollectives.… > > > > > > > -- > Christopher Chan > *Executive Director* > Edmonton Bicycle Commuters' Society > 10047 80 Ave (entrance in rear lane) > Edmonton, Alberta, Canada, T6E 1T4 > edmontonbikes.ca > *w:* (780) 433-2453 || *c:* (780) 700-5564 >

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Insurance
by Thomas Labenski 01 Aug '12

01 Aug '12

Hi, I'm in the process of starting up (information gathering stage) what does everyone do about liability insurance for volunteers and bikes that have been repaired? Thanks Tom L.

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Tires
by Andrew L 01 Aug '12

01 Aug '12

hey all! i know this has been a thread some time ago, but i would like some sounding off on what folks are doing to dispose of OR upcycle spent tires. we have a build up!! thanks for the help in advance! Andrew Troy Bike Rescue Troy, NY -- ------__o ----_`\<,_ ---(_)/ (_) andrew lynn 518-573-7947

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northeast - who wants/needs surplus bikes?
by Andrew L 30 Jul '12

30 Jul '12

hi Think tank, we at Troy Bike Rescue are reaching out to see if any other collectives in the northeast need bikes. we are currently taking in way more bikes than we can put out, and are bursting at the seams. our pile has been pretty well culled so there is little to no 'junk', just very usable bikes in need of repairs. we would be looking for someone to come with a trailer or moving truck and take anywhere from 10-100 bikes, depending on your need. please help by spreading the word, and be in touch by emailing me or calling the collective number at 518-FAT4TBR -- ps. dont forget! Bike!Bike! Northeast :: Troy, NY :: September 29 & 30 Andrew TBR Troy, NY -- ------__o ----_`\<,_ ---(_)/ (_) andrew lynn 518-573-7947

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Kids Programming
by MoBo Bicycle Co-op 25 Jul '12

25 Jul '12

Dear Collective Genius: MoBo runs a Kids Day program in the summer and we wanted to know how a few other co-ops ran similiar programs. Our program works like this: We are an all volunteer run program but we have a paid coordinator who runs Kids Day. It's one day a week and kids must have a parent sign a waiver form. We will work with kids to fix up their own bikes and we have an earn-a-bike program for kids who need a bike. Kids are asked to work with our gardens program to work in the gardens, including weeding, turning compost, picking fruit, planting, learning how to build an oven using solar energy--things like that. However, we have a couple questions that we are wondering if the Collective Genius could help us with. They are: 1) Our program has exploded in this, our fifth year. We normally have 15 kids a day at kids day. This year,we 've been having over 40 or 50 on site. And because we are volunteer run, we do not have enough volunteers to watch all the kids or get bikes out to every kid who wants one. Has anyone ran a program with this many kids before? The amount of kids has also lead to lots of fighting and arguing with mechanics and, sadly, bike theft. How has, or would, your organization handle this situation? We do have activities for kids to do while they wait. For example, this year two science teachers come down and do experiements with the kids and we try to get some of them to go to the Patch a Tube station to learn how to patch their own tires. 2) How do you keep your kids activties going year around? We would like to keep this going as clearly there is a huge demand that has built up over the years and through our marketing program. Most of our kids are from our neighborhood so having something like this year around gives them options for safe and fun places to be. 3) How do you encourage bike safety? Helmets are uncool with our set and although we distribute them, we find them discarded later. Because we are located in a high traffic area where many accidents do occur, we would love to encourage kids to wear helmets. Whew that's a lot! Thank you for listening and for any advice or input! Ellie Nava-Jones and Judi LoPresti Getting Kids on Bikes Enthusiasts -- MoBo Bicycle Cooperative a project of The Village Green Foundation 1415 Knowlton St. Cincinnati, OH www.mobobicyclecoop.org

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Please help if you can.
by Plan B 24 Jul '12

24 Jul '12

Okay y'all, here's the deal. http://outdoors.maker.good.is/projects/bikeproject We're in the running for a $5,000 vote based grant. If we get it, we're giving away 100 re-cycled bikes along with lights, patch kits, and a basic maintenance class. We're teaming up with our local advocacy group ( www.bikeasy.org )for the selection process to make sure it goes to the needy and underserved of New Orleans. We have been fluctuating between #1 and #4 out of 115 entries. The grant is supposed to be for "Social justice in the outdoors". Not to shit talk, but currently in first place is "The Epitome Project", which is noble, BUT HAS NOTHING TO DO WITH THE OUTDOORS. I really don't mind if the garden project or the rock climbing project win, but the fact that project to fund musicians on the other side of the planet is in a dead heat with projects that do work with much larger local impact (and actually fit the grant competition category) is a little bothersome. Could you vote for us (or whoever you think will do the most good with the money?) The easiest way is with facebook. Doing it with email is fine too, but you have to confirm your vote afterwards. Here's the link again. http://outdoors.maker.good.is/projects/bikeproject Their website can be a little sluggish at times. Please be patient. Also, if you could spread the word, I'd really, really love y'all for it! Just cut and paste on your Facebook platform! See you at BikeBikeX in New Orleans 2013!!!!!!!! Thanks so much for reading this!!!! <http://outdoors.maker.good.is/projects/bikeproject> -- Victor Pizarro Project Organizer Plan B, The New Orleans Community Bike Project

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Bike Valet/Bike Parking services hourly rates?
by Ryan Kragerud 18 Jul '12

18 Jul '12

Bicycle Longmont jumped into the Bike Valet service field in 2010. Last year it really took off and this year is no exception. We are currently being asked to provide this service (previously for free) at many special events. We currently offer this service for free at Longmont's Farmers' Market where we park upwards to 175 bikes every saturday between 7am & 1pm. We don't have the volunteer capacity to handle all the events that are requesting our highly successful service. Also since providing the service it appears bike parking is becoming a "communitywide value". At any rate, like you, we're a cash strapped 501c3 and wondered who of the ThinkTank are charging for this service and what are your rates? Afterall it takes time and money to do good in the neighborhood! BTW we'd continue providing the Farmers' Market for free but would require anyone wanting to work a special event to have prior experience volunteering with our Farmers' Market, first. Thanks, Ryan Kragerud - President Bicycle Longmont

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Re: [TheThinkTank] Shop software
by christopher＠holisticcycles.com 16 Jul '12

16 Jul '12

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The true test of society is how well it treats its prisoners and old people.
by Jonathan Morrison 13 Jul '12

13 Jul '12

"By pedaling the prison's stationary bikes, the inmates charge a battery that's used to power 10 street lamps along the town's riverside promenade. For every three eight-hour days they spend on the bikes, [they] get one day shaved off their sentences." http://news.yahoo.com/inmates-brazilian-jail-cycle-freedom-165006870.html Sincerely, Jonathan Morrison c: 801-688-0183

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Two Job Openings @ Sopo Bike Coop!
by tito ＠ sopo bike co-op 05 Jul '12

05 Jul '12

Contact: Tito Sands 678.907.3892 tito(a)sopobikes.org July 5, 2012 – Sopo is looking to hire a Part time Volunteer Coordinator and a Full time Executive Director. Job descriptions are in the body of this message. Individuals who are interested should email their resume plus cover letter, as well as any inquiries, to tito(a)sopobikes.org. Applications are due on July 27th for the Volunteer Coordinator position and on August 24th for the Executive Director position. Sopo Bicycle Cooperative is now located in Grant Park at 586 Woodward Avenue SE, Atlanta, GA 30312. Sopo Bicycle Cooperative is a 501(c)3 nonprofit bicycle repair workshop. Sopo's mission is to create equitable access to bicycling by providing affordable bicycle maintenance services and education. All donations to Sopo are tax deductible. The shop is located at 586 Woodward Avenue SE, Atlanta, GA 30312. Operating hours are Tuesday, Wednesday, and Thursday nights from 7 pm until 10 pm and Saturday and Sunday afternoons from 2 pm until 5 pm. Visit www.sopobikes.org for more information. Title: Status: Salary: The Program Coordinator of Sopo Bicycle Cooperative reports to the Board of Directors, and is responsible for the organization's consistent functioning of its shop and various educational, outreach, and bicycle repair activities conducted throughout the year. The volunteer coordinator’s responsibilities are as follows: Develops and implements methods for coordination and retention of volunteers; Ensures all programs are fully staffed with volunteers: Open Shop Hours, Volunteer Coordinator Part-Time [(average 20-25 hours/week)] $14,000 Summer Youth program, Bike There!, Charity Bikes, Bike 101 classes; Schedules and advertises Bike 101 classes and other classes; Recruits and screens volunteers for appropriate role placement; Identifies key volunteer roles and places volunteers in these roles; Identifies strong volunteers for shop manager role and other roles; Organizes and facilitates monthly new volunteer orientations; Creates and maintains relative volunteer signage and documents; Provides leadership in volunteer opportunity development; Bikes 201; Volunteer Orientation 2.0; Publicizes volunteer needs for special events; Organizes and supervises volunteers for special events (i.e., Artbikes, BHBP); Ensures that expenditures are within budget guidelines (created by board) and reflect sound financial practices; Manages and resolves conflicts as needed; Removes problem visitors as appropriate and consistent with Sopo policies and principles; Maintains regular and timely communication with volunteers, Board and the Executive Director; Maintains volunteer sign-in book, volunteer newsletter, volunteer information data base (contact, skills, commitment, etc.); Develops and hosts volunteer appreciation activities; Maintains a climate in the Shop and at Sopo events that attracts, keeps, and motivates a diverse crew of top quality staff and volunteers (shared with ED); and Sees that an effective shop management team, with appropriate provision for succession, is in place (shared with ED). Required skills and experience: Bicycle maintenance skills, 2 years of significant volunteer experience at Sopo, excellent communication skills, experience in conflict resolution, experience in personnel management, and a deep commitment to Sopo's values. Bilingual Spanish/English is a plus. Title: Status: Salary: The Executive Director is the Chief Executive Officer of Sopo Bicycle Cooperative. The Executive Director reports to the Board of Directors, and is responsible for the organization's consistent achievement of its mission and financial objectives. Sopo’s Executive Director’s responsibilities are as follows: Serve as the public face of the organization along with Board members; attend local community meetings, participate in local bike politics, represent organization at regional and national conferences; Work with the staff, Finance Committee, and the board in preparing a budget; see Executive Director Full-Time $28,000 (+ stipend for benefits) that the organization operates within budget guidelines; Be responsible for developing and maintaining sound financial practices ; Assure that the organization effectively implements its long-range strategy which achieves its mission, and toward which it makes consistent and timely progress; Develop and implement fundraising regime; engage funds providers and sustain beneficial partnerships, organize fundraising events; submit grants; ensure that adequate funds are available to permit the organization to carry out its work (in coordination w/ Board); Maintain program oversight; provide support for Volunteer Coordinator, ensure programs are sustainable by providing organizational support for Programs; Provide leadership in program development; explore means to better provide equitable, practical and affordable [bicycle repair and education] services; Demonstrate continuity of community engagement through internal and external communication; participate in monthly meetings; keep Board informed on a timely basis of all information relevant to the governance of Sopo; publicize events and programs; Provide organizational stability by maintaining official records and documents, and ensure compliance with federal, state and local regulations; create bi-annual reports for Board; Jointly, with the president and secretary of the board of directors, conduct official correspondence of the organization, and jointly, with designated officers, execute legal documents; Maintain a climate in the Shop and at Sopo events that attracts, keeps, and motivates a diverse crew of top quality staff and volunteers (shared with Volunteer Coordinator); and See that an effective shop management team, with appropriate provision for succession, is in place (shared with Volunteer Coordinator). Required skills and experience: Basic bicycle maintenance skills, 2 years of significant volunteer experience at Sopo or another local focused nonprofit service based organization, excellent communication skills, social media skills, intermediate computer skills, experience in conflict resolution, experience in personnel management, budgeting skills, fundraising experience, grant writing experience and a deep commitment to Sopo's values. Bilingual Spanish/English is a plus. END tito @ SOPO Bikes 1270 Caroline St NE Ste D120-392 Atlanta, GA 30307 cell. 678.907.3892 www.sopobikes.org Our mission is to create equitable access to cycling by providing affordable bicycle maintenance, services and education.

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Re: [TheThinkTank] Shop software
by Godwin ! 05 Jul '12

05 Jul '12

I’ve also had reservations about going with a web-based system but in the end I think it’s the most adaptable solution. I’m not worrying about hardware integration for now, I’m pretty sure anything is possible but I think that would be far down the list of requirements for most shops that need free software. It will be open source and modular, so there won’t be a single point person for the entire system, I’ll do my best to set up a good environment for users to interact with the developers and for developers to provide documentation. This is a bit of an experiment but I have far more faith in open and crowd sourcing technologies than I do having a long term individual or group in charge (including myself). Thanks! .g From: Jonathan Morrison Sent: Monday, July 02, 2012 3:49:13 PM To: The Think Tank Subject: Re: [TheThinkTank] Shop software Godwin, Will it be able to swipe credit card? Interface with a cash drawer? Or scan a UPC? My concern with any web-based system is that you don't have access to the necessary lower level hardware of a useful POS system. Also, how much will you be charging for tech support, or what level of on-going support can users expect? Or will use be at your own risk with no implied support? Name Suggestion: PIF - Pedaling/Paying It Forward Sincerely, Jonathan Morrison c: 801-688-0183 On Mon, Jul 2, 2012 at 2:33 PM, Ryan Sharpe <sharpe(a)sacbikekitchen.org> wrote: At the risk of being too family-unfriendly, gratuitously offensive to Godwin's herculean task, and over-aware of the cobbled-together nature of some of our various operations, I'd be tickled if it were named "That POS". --Ryan S. On Mon, Jul 2, 2012 at 1:13 PM, summitcyclingcenter(a)yahoo.com <summitcyclingcenter(a)yahoo.com> wrote: I Appreciate what you are doing. Name-I suggest Velocomp POS. Sent from my HTC EVO Design™ 4G from Boost Mobile ----- Reply message ----- From: "Godwin !" <goodgodwin(a)hotmail.com> To: "The Think Tank" <thethinktank(a)bikecollectives.org> Subject: [TheThinkTank] Shop software Date: Sun, Jul 1, 2012 6:50 pm Trying to squeeze in the extra time this week to open up to developers soon but first: Non-technical Nominate a name! Right now the code name I'm using is 'Samara' after the fruit that a maple tree produces but I'd like to hear better ideas if anyone has them (and maybe get some sort of consensus) Will my shop / organization be able to use it? Yes. The intention is to make everything completely customizable so that it can work with the way your organization does, although I'm not going to promote it over any of the other options It will be web-based and (if required) compatible with Wordpress, Joomla, and Drupal and eventually hopefully IPad and Android. Setting it up to work offline will also be possible. What will it do? The focus at the beginning is to create a point of sale system, after that I'd like to implement other features from news feeds to keep everyone informed to budget planning and audit modules (everything will be optional) Whatever else you can dream of and find someone to help build Why are you doing this? To create a common tool that will work for everyone's needs, so that we can combine our efforts where we can and diverge when we need to Because I like software development and especially interesting projects Not to overshadow other people's efforts such as freehub When will it be ready? No clue. I've made a number of promises in the past but I realized that I really need to stop making them, we all know what volunteering is like Don't wait for it if you need something now, there's lots of other tools out there and if you eventually want to switch we may be able to work together to get that done. Check out: http://erply.com/, http://www.merchantos.com/, and of course https://github.com/asalant/freehub/wiki/ How to get involved GIVE IT A NAME! - It's likely that your shop name will be more prominent (if this name is even visible at all) but it would be nice to have something to call it when downloading or when talking amongst ourselves Design a logo - You might want to wait for the name Otherwise wait for my next email (but don't hold your breath), I'll be setting up a development environment so that people can jump on as they can. We'll be more in need of experienced PHP developers in the beginning stages to round out the framework, less experienced developers can hop on in the later stages to build modules and themes. Feel free to send questions or feedback (critical or otherwise) directly to me if you'd like, .godwin _______________________________________________ Thethinktank mailing list Thethinktank(a)lists.bikecollectives.org To unsubscribe, send a blank email to TheThinkTank-leave(a)bikecollectives.org To manage your subscription, plase visit: http://lists.bikecollectives.org/listinfo.cgi/thethinktank-bikecollectives.… -- Sacramento Bicycle Kitchen http://sacbikekitchen.org/ 1915 I Street, Midtown Sacramento Open Tu 6-9p, We 6-9p, Th 6-9p, Fr 10a-2p (kids 6-8p), Sa 12-4p _______________________________________________ Thethinktank mailing list Thethinktank(a)lists.bikecollectives.org To unsubscribe, send a blank email to TheThinkTank-leave(a)bikecollectives.org To manage your subscription, plase visit: http://lists.bikecollectives.org/listinfo.cgi/thethinktank-bikecollectives.…

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Re: [TheThinkTank] Thethinktank Digest, Vol 71, Issue 3
by Jenna Johns-Yu 03 Jul '12

03 Jul '12

Recycle-A-Bike, Providence, uses a system to track volunteer contact info, time volunteering in the shop, points, cash flow and program info. We designed it from file maker. We would be happy to make a copy of the file for anyone who is interested in using it in their community shop. You would need to purchase filemaker. It is backed up with carbonite so if our computer crashes we can resave it into the system. It isn't connected with any credit card machine.

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Re: [TheThinkTank] Shop software
by summitcyclingcenter＠yahoo.com 02 Jul '12

02 Jul '12

I Appreciate what you are doing. Name-I suggest Velocomp POS. Sent from my HTC EVO Design™ 4G from Boost Mobile ----- Reply message ----- From: "Godwin !" <goodgodwin(a)hotmail.com> To: "The Think Tank" <thethinktank(a)bikecollectives.org> Subject: [TheThinkTank] Shop software Date: Sun, Jul 1, 2012 6:50 pm Trying to squeeze in the extra time this week to open up to developers soon but first: Non-technicalNominate a name!Right now the code name I'm using is 'Samara' after the fruit that a maple tree produces but I'd like to hear better ideas if anyone has them (and maybe get some sort of consensus)Will my shop / organization be able to use it?Yes. The intention is to make everything completely customizable so that it can work with the way your organization does, although I'm not going to promote it over any of the other options It will be web-based and (if required) compatible with Wordpress, Joomla, and Drupal and eventually hopefully IPad and Android. Setting it up to work offline will also be possible.What will it do?The focus at the beginning is to create a point of sale system, after that I'd like to implement other features from news feeds to keep everyone informed to budget planning and audit modules (everything will be optional)Whatever else you can dream of and find someone to help buildWhy are you doing this?To create a common tool that will work for everyone's needs, so that we can combine our efforts where we can and diverge when we need toBecause I like software development and especially interesting projectsNot to overshadow other people's efforts such as freehubWhen will it be ready?No clue. I've made a number of promises in the past but I realized that I really need to stop making them, we all know what volunteering is likeDon't wait for it if you need something now, there's lots of other tools out there and if you eventually want to switch we may be able to work together to get that done.Check out: http://erply.com/, http://www.merchantos.com/, and of course https://github.com/asalant/freehub/wiki/ How to get involved GIVE IT A NAME! - It's likely that your shop name will be more prominent (if this name is even visible at all) but it would be nice to have something to call it when downloading or when talking amongst ourselvesDesign a logo - You might want to wait for the name Otherwise wait for my next email (but don't hold your breath), I'll be setting up a development environment so that people can jump on as they can. We'll be more in need of experienced PHP developers in the beginning stages to round out the framework, less experienced developers can hop on in the later stages to build modules and themes. Feel free to send questions or feedback (critical or otherwise) directly to me if you'd like,.godwin

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Re: [TheThinkTank] Shop software
by Godwin ! 02 Jul '12

02 Jul '12

I think this is hilarious and I’m not offended, however I would personally lean towards not calling it a point of sale system since it should be able to act as more of an overall management tool for organizations that want it, but I will not stand in the way of the crowd if we start leaning towards that direction for names. .g From: Ryan Sharpe Sent: Monday, July 02, 2012 2:33:54 PM To: The Think Tank Subject: Re: [TheThinkTank] Shop software At the risk of being too family-unfriendly, gratuitously offensive to Godwin's herculean task, and over-aware of the cobbled-together nature of some of our various operations, I'd be tickled if it were named "That POS". --Ryan S. On Mon, Jul 2, 2012 at 1:13 PM, summitcyclingcenter(a)yahoo.com <summitcyclingcenter(a)yahoo.com> wrote: I Appreciate what you are doing. Name-I suggest Velocomp POS. Sent from my HTC EVO Design™ 4G from Boost Mobile ----- Reply message ----- From: "Godwin !" <goodgodwin(a)hotmail.com> To: "The Think Tank" <thethinktank(a)bikecollectives.org> Subject: [TheThinkTank] Shop software Date: Sun, Jul 1, 2012 6:50 pm Trying to squeeze in the extra time this week to open up to developers soon but first: Non-technical Nominate a name! Right now the code name I'm using is 'Samara' after the fruit that a maple tree produces but I'd like to hear better ideas if anyone has them (and maybe get some sort of consensus) Will my shop / organization be able to use it? Yes. The intention is to make everything completely customizable so that it can work with the way your organization does, although I'm not going to promote it over any of the other options It will be web-based and (if required) compatible with Wordpress, Joomla, and Drupal and eventually hopefully IPad and Android. Setting it up to work offline will also be possible. What will it do? The focus at the beginning is to create a point of sale system, after that I'd like to implement other features from news feeds to keep everyone informed to budget planning and audit modules (everything will be optional) Whatever else you can dream of and find someone to help build Why are you doing this? To create a common tool that will work for everyone's needs, so that we can combine our efforts where we can and diverge when we need to Because I like software development and especially interesting projects Not to overshadow other people's efforts such as freehub When will it be ready? No clue. I've made a number of promises in the past but I realized that I really need to stop making them, we all know what volunteering is like Don't wait for it if you need something now, there's lots of other tools out there and if you eventually want to switch we may be able to work together to get that done. Check out: http://erply.com/, http://www.merchantos.com/, and of course https://github.com/asalant/freehub/wiki/ How to get involved GIVE IT A NAME! - It's likely that your shop name will be more prominent (if this name is even visible at all) but it would be nice to have something to call it when downloading or when talking amongst ourselves Design a logo - You might want to wait for the name Otherwise wait for my next email (but don't hold your breath), I'll be setting up a development environment so that people can jump on as they can. We'll be more in need of experienced PHP developers in the beginning stages to round out the framework, less experienced developers can hop on in the later stages to build modules and themes. Feel free to send questions or feedback (critical or otherwise) directly to me if you'd like, .godwin _______________________________________________ Thethinktank mailing list Thethinktank(a)lists.bikecollectives.org To unsubscribe, send a blank email to TheThinkTank-leave(a)bikecollectives.org To manage your subscription, plase visit: http://lists.bikecollectives.org/listinfo.cgi/thethinktank-bikecollectives.… -- Sacramento Bicycle Kitchen http://sacbikekitchen.org/ 1915 I Street, Midtown Sacramento Open Tu 6-9p, We 6-9p, Th 6-9p, Fr 10a-2p (kids 6-8p), Sa 12-4p

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Shop software
by Godwin ! 01 Jul '12

01 Jul '12

Trying to squeeze in the extra time this week to open up to developers soon but first: Non-technicalNominate a name!Right now the code name I'm using is 'Samara' after the fruit that a maple tree produces but I'd like to hear better ideas if anyone has them (and maybe get some sort of consensus)Will my shop / organization be able to use it?Yes. The intention is to make everything completely customizable so that it can work with the way your organization does, although I'm not going to promote it over any of the other options It will be web-based and (if required) compatible with Wordpress, Joomla, and Drupal and eventually hopefully IPad and Android. Setting it up to work offline will also be possible.What will it do?The focus at the beginning is to create a point of sale system, after that I'd like to implement other features from news feeds to keep everyone informed to budget planning and audit modules (everything will be optional)Whatever else you can dream of and find someone to help buildWhy are you doing this?To create a common tool that will work for everyone's needs, so that we can combine our efforts where we can and diverge when we need toBecause I like software development and especially interesting projectsNot to overshadow other people's efforts such as freehubWhen will it be ready?No clue. I've made a number of promises in the past but I realized that I really need to stop making them, we all know what volunteering is likeDon't wait for it if you need something now, there's lots of other tools out there and if you eventually want to switch we may be able to work together to get that done.Check out: http://erply.com/, http://www.merchantos.com/, and of course https://github.com/asalant/freehub/wiki/ How to get involved GIVE IT A NAME! - It's likely that your shop name will be more prominent (if this name is even visible at all) but it would be nice to have something to call it when downloading or when talking amongst ourselvesDesign a logo - You might want to wait for the name Otherwise wait for my next email (but don't hold your breath), I'll be setting up a development environment so that people can jump on as they can. We'll be more in need of experienced PHP developers in the beginning stages to round out the framework, less experienced developers can hop on in the later stages to build modules and themes. Feel free to send questions or feedback (critical or otherwise) directly to me if you'd like,.godwin

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Woman with 2 years experience seeking work in non-profit bike shop
by Christine Hill 28 Jun '12

28 Jun '12

Hi all! My name is Christine Hill, and in August I'll wrap up two years of Americorps service at Bike Recycle Vermont<http://www.localmotion.org/programs/bikerecycle/>, a non-profit bike shop in Burlington, Vermont that accepts donated bikes, refurbishes them, and provides them to low-income Vermonters. I've learned so much as the assistant manager of our shop in the past two years and I've continuously drawn energy and inspiration from the work we do here. After 5 years in Vermont, I'm looking for a change in scenery but would love to work in a similar setting. My job responsibilities at Bike Recycle Vermont run the gamut of small, non-profit bike shop management: bike repair and maintenance, volunteer recruitment and management, long-term project planning, event planning, project management, communications and marketing, safety education, program development, running an Earn-A-Bike program, hosting Women and Trans nights, hosting Community Shop Nights, organizing bike rides, and more. My resume and references are available upon request. Just wanted to put the feelers out there. If you know your organization will be hiring in the fall or winter, shoot me a line, I'd love to chat with you! Take care, Christine Hill christine(a)localmotion.org (339)223-0722

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Bike ambassador program
by Neil Walker 25 Jun '12

25 Jun '12

We are about to launch our Bike Ambassador program for Youth. I am looking for "best practices" , Advice or suggestion for the program. I had the pleasure of seeing the program in action in Minnesota. Any and all with experience, please contribute through the collective or send an email to neil(a)atlantabike.org. Neil Walker Bicycle Education League Certified Instructor #2935 678.200.2182 Join today to support Atlanta's voice for better biking. www.atlantabike.org Sent via BlackBerry from T-Mobile

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Re: [TheThinkTank] 'Youth Mechanics' analytical thinking skills program
by christopher＠holisticcycles.com 25 Jun '12

25 Jun '12

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Re: [TheThinkTank] (Physically) small bike shops/spaces?
by christopher＠holisticcycles.com 22 Jun '12

22 Jun '12

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Bike!Bike! Northeast - September 28-29-30
by Andrew L 22 Jun '12

22 Jun '12

Hi ThinkTank It's official.... SAVE THE DATE SEPTEMBER 28-30, 2012 BIKE!BIKE! NORTHEAST TROY, NY We put out some feelers and got positive feedback from shops in Providence, Worcester, Ontario, Burlington, and Pennsylvania... that is enough to commence the work of creating another awesome northeast US community bike gathering. in the coming months we will keep reaching out..... we hope to get: Ithaca Syracuse Montpelier Keene Lewiston, ME Rochester Coatesville, PA Philadelphia NYC Burlington New Haven Worcester Boston if you know individuals in this state who might not be in touch, please send them our way. http://troybikerescue.org/bikebikene

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(Physically) small bike shops/spaces?
by veganboyjosh＠gmail.com 21 Jun '12

21 Jun '12

hey all, a friend of mine is doing a story on bike shops that are under 500 square feet. he's primarily focused on retail oriented shops, but when he put the call out on facebook, of course i thought some of you and your lots of things happening in space that shouldn't physically be possible. of course he can't cover every small shop, but i'm looking for suggestions from you all for shops who have been around a while (longer than a couple years, i'd say) and are tiny physical spaces. borrowed space (ie, from a school or church, etc) is fine, as long as it's small. so, any ideas? thanks, and everyone who's at bike!bike! this weekend, give each other big hugs from me.

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Bike!Bike! Northeast 2012 ?
by Andrew L 16 Jun '12

16 Jun '12

Hey guys, girls and other bicycle enthusiasts. The people here at Troy Bike Rescue (Troy, NY (near Albany)) Have been itching for a Bike!Bike! in the Northeast. We are thinking of hosting one this coming September 28-30th. If we host it, will they come ? --- that is the question. Do you rep a shop in the Northeast? Would YOU come? Our last B!B!NE was in April 2010, and it was a great success... Worcester, Ithaca, Montpelier, Burlington, Providence, Plattsburgh, and others were all in attendance.... New shops have popped up since then, and we have a new awesome space too, plus great partners to help host. If you are interested in attending, please contact: dylan.thies(a)lostorienteerer.net You can learn more about us at: http://troybikerescue.org or you can contact one of us by phone at (518) EAT-4TBR (518-328-4827) BBNE could include: Troy night out (monthly 'art crawl') Troy Critical Mass (not associated but you will see similar faces) film screenings live music Good Food! WORKZHOPZ!!! shirt printing. bike rides Whaddya think?? we hope we are not stepping on any toes, but we haven't heard any peeps on the subject. We are sad not to be headed to Vancouver, but have a great time all!!! -- ------__o ----_`\<,_ ---(_)/ (_) andrew lynn 518-573-7947

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Re: [TheThinkTank] Thethinktank Digest, Vol 70, Issue 14
by Jenna Johns-Yu 13 Jun '12

13 Jun '12

Recycle-A-Bike <http://www.recycleabike.org/>, Providence will be there! Jenna Yu, Program Director

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Help Community Bicycle Center raise $1,000
by Andy Greif 12 Jun '12

12 Jun '12

Hi Think Tank Friends Please help the Community Bicycle Center with your vote described below and if possible put a posting on your respective FaceBook pages. As always you are welcome to visit us in Maine. We will have the kids take you on a tandem ride to the ocean or make you a milkshake on our bike powered blender. Thanks for your help!!!! You are one click away from helping CBC win $1,000 for our community's Bike Doctor Outreach program. To support National Bike Month, GOOD and Clif Bar are teaming up to reward one organization $1,000 for their idea of how promote biking and get their neighbors on bikes. Through CBC's Bike Doctor program, kids are "paying it forward" by pedaling into neighborhoods and fixing their neighbors' bikes for free. CLICK HERE: http://clifbarbikes.maker.good.is/projects/bikedoctor to watch a short, and endearing video about Bike Doctor and the kids who are involved.and, of course, to VOTE. VOTE, PLEASE! It takes seconds. Forward to your friends, family members, anyone and everyone you know who supports kids, and fellow-cycling enthusiast! <http://clifbarbikes.maker.good.is/projects/bikedoctor> http://clifbarbikes.maker.good.is/projects/bikedoctor You can also vote via the link on our CBC Facebook page: www.facebook.com/CommunityBicycleCenter **A big THANK YOU to At Your Service Video Production, LLC for donating talent and time for this contest and many other CBC video projects!** Andy Greif, Executive Director Mailing: P.O. Box 783, Biddeford, ME 04005 Shop: 284 Hill Street, Biddeford Shop Phone: 207-282-9700 Cell Phone: 207-229-8199 Website: www.communitybike.net <http://www.communitybike.net/> "Providing Opportunities for Youth to Grow"

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'Youth Mechanics' analytical thinking skills program
by Tom Martin 11 Jun '12

11 Jun '12

Hello all, I've recently finished a 10-week pilot for an analytical thinking skills program using bicycle repair as a teaching medium. In short, the program supposes that the subjects taught in school -- math, literature, etc -- are just arbitrary avenues to the same sort of cognitive processes that could be reached though handskills and mechanicship. In other words, bike repair to become a critical, thinking person. I'd love feedback on the program, which is outlined here: http://www.martincommatom.com/youth-mechanics ...with program notes, lesson plans and other written material. I'm also looking to expand the program, so if anyone has any leads on young people to work with (or funding!) here in London, let me know. Thanks! Tom Youth Mechanics, London

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Pedal-Powered Composting Project
by Andrew L 11 Jun '12

11 Jun '12

hey think tank! We are almost there but need the help of your networks to make FoodCylce a reality. Please excuse the shameless plug, but we are trying to rock a kickstarter campaign and time is dwindling at 9 days to go!! Our project is to build a small fleet of compost hauling cargo bikes and kickstart a local compost pick up route for our collaboration between our Troy Bike Rescue and a nearby vacant-lot gardening project, Collard City Growers.... you can read all about it in the words of my friend and food blogger, Amy: http://fromscratchclub.com/2012/06/11/kickstarter-campaign-food-cycle-build… you can also find the video there. Sure we would love support from you, but also we if this project sounds interesting to you, PLEASE take a moment and post it on Facebook, Twitter, or send an email to your personal or community networks. -- ------__o ----_`\<,_ ---(_)/ (_) andrew lynn 518-573-7947

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Kitchen Start-UP in Pasadena, CA
by Juan Diego Ashton 10 Jun '12

10 Jun '12

Hello, I am a student at Pasadena City College and developer of a new, student-led program called iBike PCC. The intent of our program is to encourage our students to choose cycling as a means of transportation. We are currently looking to establish a bicycle "kitchen" on campus for both student and community use. We want to provide essential tools, assisted maintenance, and a low cost supply of parts to students, and members of the community. It is nearing the end of our semester, and we have until the 15th of June to spend 12,000 dollars left in our budget. We are looking to purchase the right kind of equipment for a space about 30ft x 20ft or smaller, and would like to have at least four work stations. We do not currently have a wholesale license, but we do have the ability to pay an invoice made out to our Associated Students Pasadena City College, Sustainability Committee. Any help or suggestions in terms of what to purchase or anyone with a purchasing license (in the Los Angeles Area) willing to put out an order out for equipment, please feel free to reply via this message board or by contacting me personally at juanashton(a)gmail.com | mobile 626-203-8134. We really appreciate the help getting started! Juan Diego Ashton Sustainability Committee - ASPCC juanashton(a)gmail.com 626.203.8134 | Mobile

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New Bike Co-op in Martin, TN
by Ken 10 Jun '12

10 Jun '12

I started the Martin Bike Co-op and Repair in a detached garage 5 months ago. Martin is a small town with a population of 10,000 residents, and has the University of Tennessee at Martin with a student population of 8,000 students. The Co-op is a hybrid concept run out of my garage as both a bike repair shop and a bike co-op. So far, the bike repair business has been about 80% of the work. The population here is just not large enough to support a free standing bike co-op. My bike co-op is fairly well equipped with bike tools I accumulated before moving to Martin last Sept. My bike shop is the only bike repair service in town, and so I have had a good volume of bike repairs this past spring. I am a community partner with the UTM campus Institute for Civic Engagement, and the GEARS (Green Energy and Renewables Society). GEARS is interested in getting a bike share program started on campus, and I will support them in any way I can to get that started. UT at Knoxville has started a bike share program and they have some electric assist bikes in their fleet of bikes. I am a do it all sort of Co-op/Bike Shop..I do repairs, community programs, organize bike rides, work with UTM faculty and students on any bike issues, repair bikes for the UTM campus police, ride in parades..anything bike related I do. I get bikes donated from the UTM Recycling program and I buy low cost bikes for parts to use on department store bike repairs. The only place in town to buy a new bike is at WalMart, and I am the only place in town to do repairs to bikes. I do get some higher end bikes to repair from UTM faculty that go out of town to buy a new bike. The area is one of the poorer areas in the U.S. It is not the poorest, as that would be further south of us. So my market is focused on the lower cost bikes and used bikes, although there are a good number of people riding hybrid bikes that they purchased out of town at a bike shop about 60 miles away. I would be interested in attending any gatherings of Bike Co-op folks in the mid-south, if there are any. Currently I buy my new bike parts and supplies from a bike shop 60 miles away. I am wondering if there are any online bike parts dealers that sell to Bike co-ops. I don't buy enough to be able to use QBP or any of the other larger wholesalers. Thanks. Ken Leibold Martin, TN, Small Town USA. On the web at: www.BikeBarn.biz

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Assessing Value of Donated Bikes
by Marissa Pherson 09 Jun '12

09 Jun '12

Hi all, I'm new to the list, from Columbus, IN's community bike co-op. We just launched a new website: www.bikeco-op.org I come to you seeking any policies and procedures you may have in place at your local bike collective regarding determining the value of a bicycle. We have an Earn-a-Bike program and a shop bike program and would like to standardize the values. At the moment, we don't have a checklist or chart to determine how much time an Earn-a-Biker needs to work to earn a donated Raleigh hybrid, or how much to suggest a donor provide for us to have that same Raleigh hybrid fixed up and ready to go. Before re-inventing the wheel, I wanted to come to you all and get some input or some info on what is used elsewhere to keep bike values somewhat consistent. Thanks in advance! Marissa Pherson

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Liability/waiver/assumption of risk form?
by Campus Bike Project 08 Jun '12

08 Jun '12

Hello Erin - Our location is a member run teaching & educational shop and we currently do not have a "Bike Library<http://www.fcbikelibrary.org/policies.php>" or lease or rent bikes. All members sign a liability waiver when they join. Several campus units within the University manage their own small fleets for inter-campus trips. There are additional resources available for your information from the think-tank Please visit: <http://www.bikecollectives.org/wiki/index.php?title=Insurance > You might also join that list sever and post your inquiry, there are a broad range of ideas on the subject. Good luck - carl volunteer mechanic the Bike Project of Urbana-Champaign On Fri, Jun 8, 2012 at 1:22 PM, Erin Gurley <egurley(a)students.pitzer.edu> wrote: > Hi Campus Bike Project, > > I am a student at Pitzer College in Claremont, CA and I help run our on > campus bicycle co-op. We are in the process of drafting a > liability/waiver/assumption of risk to inform people of the risks associated > with using shop equipment/bikes and has them agree to the said risk. I was > wondering if your bicycle program does any bike loans/rents or allows people > to borrow equipment and whether you have a liability/waiver/assumption of > risk form that I would be able to see. It would be great to get a sense of > what other bicycle co-ops/shops/programs do before drafting our own. > > If you are able to send me any materials it would be much appreciated! > > Thank you! > Erin Gurley and the Pitzer Green Bike Program

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Re: [TheThinkTank] ladder Bike Racks
by christopher＠holisticcycles.com 06 Jun '12

06 Jun '12

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Re: [TheThinkTank] Event Bike Rack Rentals
by christopher＠holisticcycles.com 06 Jun '12

06 Jun '12

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Assembling a list of international bicycle aid organizations
by Ryan Feller 04 Jun '12

04 Jun '12

Hello! I'm assembling a list of international bicycle aid organizations for an individual in Nicaragua who is establishing a nonprofit and looking for a partner organization to distribute bicycles. I found this list on the Bike Collectives wiki. Are there any others that aren't listed? (I'll update the wiki accordingly.) Are any of your organizations considering international distribution? - Bicycles for Humanity, www.bicycles-for-humanity.org - Bikes for the World, www.bikesfortheworld.org - Cyclo Nord-Sud, www.cyclonordsud.org - Pedals for Progress, www.p4p.org - Re-Cycle, www.re-cycle.org - Recycle-a-Bike, www.recycleabike.org - Village Bicycle Project, www.villagebicycleproject.org - Working Bikes, www.workingbikes.org Many thanks! Ryan Feller

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Re: [TheThinkTank] Event Bike Rack Rentals
by scott＠gknightride.org 30 May '12

30 May '12

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Re: [TheThinkTank] Event Bike Rack Rentals
by Tara 29 May '12

29 May '12

Check with local events companies that put on triathlons, some have their own equipment such as transition bike racks. I believe Without Limits is a company near Longmont, but I could be wrong on their location. Tara USA Cycling On May 29, 2012 2:44 PM, <scott(a)gknightride.org> wrote:

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Event Bike Rack Rentals
by scott＠gknightride.org 29 May '12

29 May '12

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Bike Stand
by aaron searle 28 May '12

28 May '12

We are going to be hosting several community flat tire events ( come get your kids flat tire fixed ) this summer. We are in need of a couple more bike stands and another 10x10 canopy. If anyone has extra that they are willing to part with, we would be wicked happy to take it off your hands. Karma Bike Shop www.karmabikeshop.com aaron(a)karmabikeshop.com

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Food Cycle campaign .... go!
by Andrew L 23 May '12

23 May '12

Worldwide friends! we are now doing a kickstarter here in Troy, involving Troy Bike Rescue and our companion project Collard City Growers (and a coalition of organizations (The Sanctuary for Independent Media and the Missing Link Street Ministry) and we would love your support!! Please watch the video & spread the word... the countdown is on! http://www.kickstarter.com/projects/collardcitygrowers/food-cycle-building-… This is a project to create a hyperlocal compost-pickup and delivery service in Troy, NY, building and using our own custom-made cargo bikes, and employing local youth. the link explains a lot more. If you are familiar with Troy Bike Rescue, you know that we are interested in: -repurposing materials and reusing the discarded.... -building custom bikes - cargo and otherwise -building community and working with youth towards liberation and empowerment -subverting the economics of supply and demand and reinventing the concept of 'value' in the minds of our patrons and supporters -reimagining a not-so-distant world where bicycle-culture is THE culture. We've never done this sort of thing before, so, please help us succeed in this experiment. Give what you can. the money will do just what the website says.... kickstart this project and provide the financial confidence to go beyond the feats we have already accomplished!!! Thank you for reading! Love, Andrew Lynn -- ------__o ----_`\<,_ ---(_)/ (_) andrew lynn 518-573-7947

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Americorp VISTA Volunteers
by Reno Bikes 21 May '12

21 May '12

Hello All! Quick question--how many of you have Americorp volunteers or an Americorp program at your organization and what type of programs do the volunteers work on? Thanks! -- Wed-Fri 11am-6pm Sat 10am-4pm 541 E. 4th Street. Reno, NV 89512 775.323.4488 donate via paypal: http://www.renobikeproject.com/index.php/donate/ Follow us on Flickr: http://www.flickr.com/photos/renobikeproject/ Please let us know if you would like to unsubscribe to our email list.

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Broke Spoke Renovation Phase II
by Tim Buckingham 21 May '12

21 May '12

Howdy everyone, We have been renovating our new space since early January and we are finally open. We are gearing up for phase two of the renovation. Check out our indiegogo campaign to see the new space. Plus if you give there are some sweet perks. www.indiegogo.com/brokespoke If you can't give, if would be great if you could share it around. Cheers and thanks

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Trailer design]
by christopher＠holisticcycles.com 20 May '12

20 May '12

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El Machete Collective, Mexico
by Geoff Heath 15 May '12

15 May '12

Hi folks Just as an add-on to what Steve from Santa Cruz had to say about El Machete; This past winter I went down to San Cris after replying to El Machete's request for help and donations over the thinktank list. I donated tools, stayed and helped out for a little over a month. Steve is right in that it wasn't what I expected; mostly international travellers, based out of a collective punk house, pretty disorganized. Very few bikes/parts worth salvaging from the scrapyards and no international bike donations established makes for difficult builds/repairs. But in Machete's defense, it was a very new project and none of the collective members had prior community bike shop experience (but were inspired to take this project on after bike touring canada/US and seeing our wonderful network of community bike shops). Machete may be lacking in some long term vision, organization, and quiet places to sleep, but they are trying their best, hopefully learning from their mistakes and were the talk of the town over the winter. I think their main downfall was too few people tried to do far too much, which is a common fault that many of us share. So feel free to go visit them and lend a hand. They could use your help! But don't go expecting an established project or a chill place to sleep. In solidarity, -- Geoff Heath, Mechanical Director The Winnipeg Repair Education N' Cycling Hub 1057 Logan Ave. Winnipeg, MB R3E 3N8 www.TheWrench.ca

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Cargo Bike Frame Building Apprenticeship~Irina
by CAT Education Coordinator 15 May '12

15 May '12

Thank you for your interest in CAT's Framebuilding Apprenticeship. Currently we are accepting applications for our next session (July - December 2012). We have two openings left. If you have been considering the program for a while, you will be interested to know that we recently revised our fee structure to be all-inclusive. The change to an all-inclusive system does not represent increased costs across the board, but rather offers an easier way for everyone to handle the existing costs. We made this change after discussions with previous participants who expressed a desire to see a simpler system that laid out all the costs out front. Here are some of the details. You can find more at http://hpm.catoregon.org/?page_id=329 Application/ processing fee: $25 (Non-refundable) Fees for the Apprenticeship are $8960. There is a $1500 non-refundable deposit. Fees are all-inclusive and are broken down as follows: Apprenticeship Tuition $6000 Rent (5 months at $300 per month)* Apprentices live on site. $1500 Components for Long Haul** (priced 10% above wholesale cost) $730 Long Haul rack or flatbed with aluminum treadplate $180 Human Powered Network development fee*** $400 Required personal gear (welding helmet, etc) $150 Total $8960 * There is also a $300 refundable deposit ** The component fees include a complete build with the SRAM Dual Drive 3×9 hub and Avid bb7 mechanical disc brakes front and rear. We want each apprentice to build a Long Haul that is ready to ride at the end of the program and representative of Human Powered Machines product (a standard build). *** The Human Powered Network Development fee will be used to develop infrastructure and pursue grants for the Human Powered Network. This is a big job that requires the attention of a professional. If you have further questions, I will be happy to discuss them with you. I am at CAT on Wednesday or Thursday afternoons, usually between 3 and 5 PM. If you want to make an appointment, please call 541-344-1197 anytime and leave a message for me. Thanks! > > > Hi, Derek, > > Can you give me more information about this apprenticeship? > When/where is it? > > Thanks! > Irina > > ------------------------------------------------------------------------ > *From:* Derek Thomas <theconcreteseas(a)gmail.com > <mailto:theconcreteseas@gmail.com>> > *To:* thethinktank(a)lists.bikecollectives.org > <mailto:thethinktank@lists.bikecollectives.org> > *Sent:* Tuesday, May 8, 2012 6:09 PM > *Subject:* [TheThinkTank] Cargo Bike Frame Building Apprenticeship > > Hello Think Tankers. We have been trying to post but for some reason > no luck with our email humanpowerednetwork(a)catoregon.org > <mailto:humanpowerednetwork@catoregon.org> > > * > *For THE HUMAN POWERED NETWORK: <http://hpm.catoregon.org/?page_id=534> > *//* > With the current popularity of cargo bikes we have seen an influx of > builders and importers bringing more bikes to market. But it’s not > just about bikes. > For over 20 years, Jan VanderTuin through _Human PoweredMachines_ > <http://hpm.catoregon.org/> has been focused on localizing the > production of cargo bikes and fitting them into community. Its time to > pass it on. The apprenticeship program prepares individuals to create > their own unique, bicycle-based social enterprise and shop. We aren’t > just retaining for bike building…we emphasize finding broader context > for your skills. For example; your shop might also be a teaching > facility for at risk kids. Or you may have a CSA delivery business > driven by cargo bike. > We offer intensive, hands on training in : > -Welding, brazing, machining and powder coating. > -Designing and prototyping in computer aided design (CAD) > -Industrial sewing based on our production line of rain gear. > -Organic gardening with emphasis on the true cost of food > -Marketing, website and graphic design > Our dream? To create a formal association, the _Human Powered > Network_. To bring together smaller scale frame builders into a > cooperative entityusing the established designs of Human Powered > Machines. These designs are offered as open-source to apprentices who > have completed the program. > > > _______________________________________________ > Thethinktank mailing list > Thethinktank(a)lists.bikecollectives.org > <mailto:Thethinktank@lists.bikecollectives.org> > To unsubscribe, send a blank email to > TheThinkTank-leave(a)bikecollectives.org > <mailto:TheThinkTank-leave@bikecollectives.org> > To manage your subscription, plase visit: > http://lists.bikecollectives.org/listinfo.cgi/thethinktank-bikecollectives.… > > > >

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Trailer Rental Suggestions
by Dan Hock 14 May '12

14 May '12

Hey All, I work at Bike Recycle Vermont, a community shop specifically designed to serve the low/no income population in Burlington VT and beyond. We get a ton of use out of our Bikes at Work trailer. We are currently trying to design a rental program so that we can lend our trailer out to the low income customers we serve. Our only reservations come from not being able to ensure trailers safe return. Loss/damage is an obvious assumed risk when anything is rented out. Generally, that risk is shared between the customer and the org, but our challenge in renting to low income customers is what acts as collateral if customers have no ID or access to money? We are planning to offer a day-time only rental to coincide with our daily hours along with substantial locks for both the trailer and bike. Any suggestions or models that exist elsewhere that may be helpful. Thanks, Dan -- Dan Hock Bike Recycle Vermont Program Manager w. 802.264.9687 Bike Recycle Vermont <http://www.localmotion.com/bikerecycle> 664 Riverside Ave. Burlington Learn to ride a bicycle. You will not regret it if you live. ~Mark Twain

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Partnership with the Alliance for Walking
by Rachel Morris 13 May '12

13 May '12

I agree that the power of bicycle collectives as a gateway to political advocacy for safer streets is a strong one. Our Ventura Bike Union has been around for about 5 years. We've re-written our Master Bikeway Plan, put out a video and on-line petition for more funding for the Regional Transportation Plan in Southern California, conducted neighborhood surveys, wrote safe routes to school grants, hosted kids bike rodeos and more. But ground-swell and diversity have been missing. Our Venture Bike HUB collective is a brand-new addition, but already we are reaching a new audience. At issue is that fixing my derailleur seems so much more inclusive and real than going to a hearing at City Hall. But as the love and respect and connection happens over bikes, tools, and strawberries, it builds the report and trust that fosters action. I think it has something to do with the level playing-field of greasy hands. After 5 "Open Shop" days - we already have several new political volunteers from Anglo/Latino/Asian communities. AND It's fun; way fun. -Rachel Morris VCCool Executive Director www.vccool.org office (805)641-2665 VCCool is a Climate Change Action Group dedicated to engaging the people of Ventura to reduce greenhouse gasses. We strive to influence policy, provide tools and expertise for lifestyle change, support a localized green economy, and foster a grass-roots community that supports sustainable living. -----Original Message----- From: thethinktank-bounces(a)lists.bikecollectives.org [mailto:thethinktank-bounces@lists.bikecollectives.org] On Behalf Of thethinktank-request(a)lists.bikecollectives.org Sent: Friday, May 11, 2012 2:45 PM To: thethinktank(a)lists.bikecollectives.org Subject: Thethinktank Digest, Vol 69, Issue 15 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.o rg 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. El Machete Collective, Mexico (Geoff Heath) 2. Re: Partnership with the Alliance for Walking and Biking (Ryan Kragerud) ---------------------------------------------------------------------- Message: 1 Date: Fri, 11 May 2012 15:52:01 -0500 From: Geoff Heath <mech(a)thewrench.ca> To: thethinktank(a)lists.bikecollectives.org Subject: [TheThinkTank] El Machete Collective, Mexico Message-ID: <CANeqvpAob29jJDTWf5NOV2AD=uNZcs9CZOy4k1BGj97fp8Gexg(a)mail.gmail.com> Content-Type: text/plain; charset=ISO-8859-1 Hi folks Just as an add-on to what Steve from Santa Cruz had to say about El Machete; This past winter I went down to San Cris after replying to El Machete's request for help and donations over the thinktank list. I donated tools, stayed and helped out for a little over a month. Steve is right in that it wasn't what I expected; mostly international travellers, based out of a collective punk house, pretty disorganized. Very few bikes/parts worth salvaging from the scrapyards and no international bike donations established makes for difficult builds/repairs. But in Machete's defense, it was a very new project and none of the collective members had prior community bike shop experience (but were inspired to take this project on after bike touring canada/US and seeing our wonderful network of community bike shops). Machete may be lacking in some long term vision, organization, and quiet places to sleep, but they are trying their best, hopefully learning from their mistakes and were the talk of the town over the winter. I think their main downfall was too few people tried to do far too much, which is a common fault that many of us share. So feel free to go visit them and lend a hand. They could use your help! But don't go expecting an established project or a chill place to sleep. In solidarity, -- Geoff Heath, Mechanical Director The Winnipeg Repair Education N' Cycling Hub 1057 Logan Ave. Winnipeg, MB R3E 3N8 www.TheWrench.ca ------------------------------ Message: 2 Date: Fri, 11 May 2012 15:43:53 -0600 From: Ryan Kragerud <rjkragerud(a)gmail.com> To: The Think Tank <thethinktank(a)lists.bikecollectives.org> Subject: Re: [TheThinkTank] Partnership with the Alliance for Walking and Biking Message-ID: <CAPK99BGxSTaKct8NUmVW+LpnYbt0gxEGHA06HZTfX3aYdN=crw(a)mail.gmail.com> Content-Type: text/plain; charset=windows-1252 Karen, Thank you , I agree with your main point that there needs to be a focus on capacity building at the local level for community driven bike initiatives. I also agree that local bike initiatives do reach a broader spectrum of ridership than the quote ?advocacy? organizations. Bicycle Longmont has taken the initiative to focus almost exclusively on occasional and recreational riders, otherwise known as the 80% of people who own bikes. We?ve had a great deal of success, but we?ve got a long way to go. It would be helpful if this new merger produced a toolkit new and struggling organizations could use to build new and reinvigorate existing organizations. Also ? in the long term, the League/Alliance should consider developing a ?Local Advocacy Council? that would be advisory to the combined League/Alliance Board of Directors. The local advocacy council could be comprised of community bike shop orgs, advocacy orgs etc. The members could be representative of and elected to the council by an electorate based on annual budget of member organizations, community bike shops etc. as reported on their IRS 990 form. Doing this would insure a cross section of organizations and possibly perspectives. The council could/should develop their own mission, but one part could be to foster new local initiatives/organizations/bike shops etc. and provide support and be a conduit for Board action and sounding board for League/Alliance policy changes. This example is copied from Rebuilding Together ? USA, www.rebuildingtogether.org . I established an affiliate in Minneapolis St. Paul in 1997, and served on the National Affiliate Council from 1999 ? 2001. It?s a great model. Their affiliate council was advisory to the board and handled policy changes as well as the nonprofits? name change from Christmas in April to Rebuilding Together. For more info on a case study in capacity building and why it?s important keep reading. I?ve volunteered for about 4 years with Bicycle Longmont and have been the president for the past year and a half. Bicycle Longmont was founded in 2001, however some in the community say it goes back to a group of casual cyclists who started meeting in 1993. Officially, though, we grew out of the City of Longmont?s planning processes that included updating our local land use plan and writing a multi-modal transportation plan. Bicycle Longmont officially registered as a 501c3 non-profit in 2003. >From 2003 to 2010 Bicycle Longmont focused on Bike to Work Day, advocating for better bike facilities, and promoting the League?s agenda with much success. In December of 2010 the Board met and agreed we needed to grow the capacity of our organization in order to remain relevant. We decided we wanted to continue advocating, organizing community driven, grassroots rides, and wanted to open a community bike shop. In order to do anything more than what we?d done previously, we needed to build capacity. We contacted the League, Bicycle Colorado and other bike organizations to find out if there were any capacity building trainers, funding sources, or just someone to talk too. We attended the National Bike Summits and also the Colorado Bike Summit, we learned lots about legislation and why organizing is important, we even beat our chests with the best of them, lamented the misunderstood cyclist, but ultimately learned nothing about building a healthy bike focused organization. It was apparent that even though we were dues paying members of LAB and Bicycle Colorado ? we were on our own when it came to capacity building. By January 2011, we looked around the community and asked our selves what?s working and what?s not. Our organization was floundering but our community organized rides were growing. Being in the West, we grabbed our bootstraps and began pulling. We needed money to accomplish our list made in 2010. Therefore, we developed two fundraisers: Longmont?s Bike Film Festival and a community cruiser ride called the G?Knight Ride. The film fest was our best bang for the buck and our cruiser ride was very expensive but very successful. We planned for 200 cruisers and nearly 1200 casual riders showed up. The ride attracted predominantly married middle class families with average household incomes of $87,000, between the ages of 33 ? 45, who had 1 to 2 kids and considered themselves recreational cyclists. With the proceeds we were able to fund and expand our Bicycle Valet service, Kid?s Holiday Bike Program ? we gave away nearly 450 bikes to low income kids, the visibility of the G?Knight Ride allowed us to expand our number of volunteers. Our volunteer led ? volunteer organized rides exploded from 3 ? 4 per month to 10 ? 12 per week. Our largest weekly cruiser ride ?Bike Night? increased from an average of 80 people per week to 100 people per week. We are now working toward starting our non-profit community bike shop and developed a partnership with a local bike racing club and Mall owner to conduct a weekly road/Crit series. Our second annual G?Knight Ride will happen on June 16th 2012. We hope to be in our new bike shop by August and we hope to add volunteers and increase the capacity of our board and organization. You would think being successful and developing a funding source is testament to organizational capacity. In actuality, it?s not. Our organization is still fragile. I lay awake at night worrying about whether our success is a flash in the pan or sustainable. We still need to attract more dedicated volunteers. I still struggle to inspire and motivate our board members to follow their passion. To relate this back to the League and the Alliance merger, we hope this merger will create some dedication toward capacity building for local initiatives. We hope that other organizations can learn from what we?ve done, what others have done and can be lifted up and supported by this new ?super advocacy machine?. We lifted ourselves up by our bootstraps in order to survive. We created the fundraisers because our attempts at getting grants, donations, or even regular dues paying members failed. We know there are other organizations like ours, who either are or can be successful, too. We just need a roadmap and a conduit to share our stories. So far, in my limited experience, this forum is the only place I?ve found where the trials and tribulations are celebrated and lamented in community. On Mon, Apr 16, 2012 at 9:36 AM, Karen Overton <karenovert(a)gmail.com> wrote: > The beauty of partnerships is that they create the opportunity to pool > resourses and build upon the strengths of each partner. The draft agreement > does not include clauses that impact decision-making at a local > organizational level, so those fears have no way to manifest themselves. > Very few financial resources are being committed. It assumes that > start-up?efforts piggyback upon existing activities and?assumes staff time > that is already being dedicated to collective capacity building.? Using the > plant metaphor, the seed has been planted and begun to sprout. For this > initiative to truly blossom,?we need to educate and create broader consensus > among community groups - which is what is happening now- set priorities & > create a plan of action on how best to partner in a mutually beneficial way > - which the draft agreement offers a starting point - and then raise money > to fund the needs (specific publications, workshops, etc.) that meet the > needs of BCN members - which is proposed in a way that allows us to build > trust by starting small. > > I am interested in this partnership for?3 main reasons. First, as the former > director of Recycle-A-Bicycle, I?spent years giving advice to start-up > initiatives and brokered many local partnerships with time and resources to > help them grow. Most of those local?initiatives?failed after a few years. I > never had the capacity?to spend the time/resurces on helping these efforts > as much as they needed. At the time, RAB was in survival mode. A group whose > primary goal is to help build the capacity of start-ups and then advise on > sustaining them is greatly needed. Luckily, RAB is currently able to support > at least 9 local initiatives through partnerships with public schools, the > health department and community based organizations?(none of which interfere > with internal decision-making). > > The first Youth Bike Summit surprised us at RAB. We had planned this as a > way to support local activity and did not dream that it would attract so > many people from across the country. This demonstrated?a very strong?desire > for the need to share ideas among youth bike education groups. In order to > build on this energy, I believe that a partnership with the Alliance for > Walking and Biking would be?beneficial.? This group has resources on > building organizations, works at a national level, and is making the effort > to better understand our community work and figure out how best to design a > mutually beneficial arrangement. > > The fact that we all introduce people to bikes is the first step in creating > a base for advocacy.? Our community efforts reach a much broader spectrum of > people than the advocacy groups attract. Advocacy efforts would benefit > from?a more diverse base. However, this is not an attempt to coerce people > into advocacy campaigns they do not have a voice in.?What is interesting > is?whether and how cooperation on a capacity building level?can lead to a > more inclusive political?process. > > In my humble opinion, we are rolling in the right direction. > Karen Overton > > > On Thu, Mar 29, 2012 at 1:22 PM, Mike Samuelson > <Mike(a)peoplepoweredmovement.org> wrote: >> >> I think Joshua's last sentence stated what we are trying to do better than >> I could have. ?The Alliance does not position ourselves as "experts". >> ?Through our programming, we try to share the successes of local >> organizations, and provide a space for discussions on topics that interest >> them. >> >> Just to reiterate, we don't have a hidden agenda, and to provide new >> opportunities while not tampering with the resources that have already been >> created. ?I appreciate those of you who have taken the time to respond with >> your thoughts, and I'm looking forward to hearing more people's opinions. >> >> Best, >> >> >> Mike Samuelson >> Member Services and Open Streets Coordinator >> Alliance for Biking & Walking >> >> P.O. Box 65150 >> Washington, DC 20035 >> >> Phone: 202-449-9692 x 7 >> Mike(a)PeoplePoweredMovement.org >> >> >> The Open Streets Project has just released the Open Streets Guide! ?A >> great resource for anyone looking to further open streets in their >> community. >> >> From: Joshua Hoffman <joshua(a)healthykidsinitiative.org> >> >> Reply-To: The Think Tank <thethinktank(a)lists.bikecollectives.org> >> Date: Thu, 29 Mar 2012 11:17:07 -0500 >> To: The Think Tank <thethinktank(a)lists.bikecollectives.org> >> >> Subject: Re: [TheThinkTank] Partnership with the Alliance for Walking and >> Biking >> >> There are two wonderful things about community bike shops that will ensure >> their continued existence. The first is that they are like weeds (pioneer >> plant species). They can grow anywhere, don't need much water, and are >> essential to restructuring (healing) the soil. The second great thing about >> community bike shops is that they are like infectious diseases. They have no >> regard for income, skill level, skin tone or creed and will make anyone and >> everyone lovesick for bikes. As long as ABW and the bicycle?advocacy?machine >> don't begin to think of themselves as a landscapers or doctors trying to >> tidy everything up, and instead considers themselves coauthors and >> biographers?helping to write/tell the unfolding story of bicycling, we'll >> all be okay. >> >> >> >> >> On Wed, Mar 28, 2012 at 2:09 PM, Wanda Pelegrina Caldas >> <wanda(a)communitycycles.org> wrote: >>> >>> >>> I think the ABW is doing great things! We've (Community Cycles in >>> Boulder, CO) used their resources/help/guidance since they were the >>> Thunderhead Alliance. They (and LAB and Bikes Belong) have been supportive >>> of our efforts. >>> >>> I agree with all of Jonathan's comments especially the ones abt how we >>> can benefit as collectives. CC is also an advocacy organization and we're >>> growing like crazy and making big differences in our community. The support >>> of the Alliance absolutely gives us much higher level resource and >>> credibility. (FYI: CC was one of the shops that received the donations of >>> fixtures, racks, etc that Jonathan mentions below. CC has a small space and >>> these items have much helped us...but that's a side note) >>> >>> BUT: I understand the concerns that not all of us are advocacy orgs, not >>> all of our goals, etc are 100% the same to AWB, but bottom line, they're >>> looking to put people on bikes as we are. Yes, we have different ways to go >>> abt this, different philosophies, different reaches, different >>> community-oriented goals specific to where we're located -and that's fine. >>> We all cater to our communities and that's what makes us really succeed at >>> what we do. >>> >>> I would love if someone from AWB could come to Bike Bike so we can >>> continue discussing these possibilities/concerns/questions/needs/how we can >>> work together...all that good stuff. When CC started 6 yrs ago, I felt like >>> orgs like the League and Bikes Belong were so up there, so out of touch with >>> collectives, so inaccessible but I've seen change that Jonathan describes. >>> While there's still higher level advocacy efforts that might not pertain to >>> all of us, they definitely have put grassroots back into their efforts. >>> >>> I don't think there's any veiled agenda or a desire to take over the >>> little guys. I just think they realize the work we do and that working >>> together -them at their level, us at ours- only makes our efforts stronger >>> and our voices louder. >>> >>> Wanda >>> >>> >>> Wanda Pelegrina Caldas >>> Community Cycles, Boulder's only non-profit bike shop >>> Become a member today. using the secure online donation form. >>> Thanks!! >>> >>> ________________________________ >>> Date: Wed, 28 Mar 2012 12:37:09 -0600 >>> From: jonathan(a)slcbikecollective.org >>> To: thethinktank(a)lists.bikecollectives.org >>> Subject: Re: [TheThinkTank] Partnership with the Alliance for Walking and >>> Biking >>> >>> Godwin, >>> >>> This is an open discussion, there is nothing closed. ?Let's help them >>> keep it open. >>> >>> The Alliance wants to keep all the information free and open, on an >>> international level. ?They want to help smaller organizations get started, >>> and they want to help larger organizations grow. ?In particular, they are >>> experts at helping organizations get their non-profit paperwork done, find >>> spaces, find people, build a sustainable organization that is able to raise >>> funds -- regardless of what their goals are. ?We have an opportunity to help >>> the Alliance help us, which is fill in the gaps in their current knowledge >>> base, specifically how Community Bike Shops and youth programs work. ?Which >>> will enable them to help more organizations like ours get started. >>> >>> What is the catch, how would the Alliance benefit? ?As organizations >>> grow, such as Community Cycling Center (Portland), Recycle-a-Bicycle (NYC), >>> and the Bicycle Collective (Provo - Salt Lake - Ogden), we need higher level >>> resources to grow that we are willing to pay for -- as a result we are paid >>> members of the Alliance. ?Again, we weren't forced into it, their member >>> resources are just that good. >>> >>> Here is a fun example of something the Alliance did; a little while ago >>> one of the largest bicycle manufacturers in the world contacted the Alliance >>> and asked them which non-profit Community Bike Shops they knew of needed a >>> donation of [brand new] fixtures (bike display racks, counters, displays, >>> etc.,...) that they decided not to use for all of their concept stores. >>> ?Raise your hand if your Community Bike Shop could have used a donation like >>> this! >>> >>> Keeping an open mind and an open heart, please read the following >>> redundant?mission statements: >>> >>> "The Alliance for Biking & Walking creates, strengthens and unites >>> state/province and local bicycle and pedestrian advocacy organizations." >>> >>> "The mission of the Bike Collective Network is to strengthen and >>> encourage communication and resource sharing between existing and future >>> community bike shops. Collectively we can improve a bigger wheel as opposed >>> to re-inventing smaller ones." >>> >>> Now let's take a deeper look and put faces to the young?people behind the >>> Alliance for Walking and Biking ("Alliance"). ?This is most of the staff >>> (http://www.peoplepoweredmovement.org/site/index.php/site/about/C190), which >>> lacks a new Communications Coordinator who ironically is from the >>> Bloomington Community Bike Project. >>> >>> Frankly, they are a small bunch of young, idealistic, bike obsessed, >>> passionate people who strive to get more people riding bikes more often and >>> get paid?virtually?nothing compared to the energy they give. ?Most >>> republicans would call them a bunch of dirty hippies. ?Sound familiar? ?It >>> does to me, because that is how I describe the people from Community Bike >>> Shops including myself. >>> >>> Sincerely, >>> >>> Jonathan Morrison >>> Executive Director >>> Salt Lake City Bicycle Collective >>> 2312 S. West Temple >>> Salt Lake City, UT 84115 >>> w:?801-328-2453 >>> c:?801-688-0183 >>> f:?801-466-3856 >>> www.slcbikecollective.org >>> >>> The mission of the Salt Lake City Bicycle Collective is to promote >>> cycling as an effective and sustainable form of transportation and as a >>> cornerstone of a cleaner, healthier, and safer society. The Bicycle >>> Collective provides refurbished bicycles and educational programs to the >>> community, focusing on children and lower income households. >>> >>> ------------------------------------------------------------------- >>> >>> Personally I love this quote from Steven seagal's film, Under Seige II >>> (http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=wg4trPZFUwc). ?While crude, it gets to the >>> point. ?So let's start with identifying some assumptions. >>> >>> "Representatives from 100% of all Community Bike Organizations attend >>> Bike!Bike!" >>> "Representatives from 100% of all Community Bike Organizations that >>> attend Bike!Bike! represent everyone else." >>> "Representatives from 100% of all Community Bike Organizations attend the >>> National Bike Summit" >>> "Representatives from 100% of all Community Bike Organizations that >>> attend the National Bike Summit represent everyone else." >>> "Representatives from 100% of all Community Bike Organizations attend the >>> Youth Bike Summit" >>> "Representatives from 100% of all Community Bike Organizations that >>> attend the Youth Bike Summit represent everyone else." >>> "Representatives from 100% of all Community Bike Organizations are >>> members of TheThinkTank email list" >>> "Representatives from 100% of all Community Bike Organizations >>> represented on the TheThinkTank email list actually read their email" >>> >>> All of these assumptions have a common truth hidden in them, which is >>> that there is no single forum that will?accurately?represent all of "us." >>> ?The only thing we can strive for is that all of "us" reach out in all >>> forums, including calling people, and give enough time for information to >>> trickle out to those that aren't represented in the known forums above. >>> >>> >>> >>> >>> On Wed, Mar 28, 2012 at 10:52 AM, Godwin ! <goodgodwin(a)hotmail.com> >>> wrote: >>> >>> This involves all of us, why not keep the discussion open for now? >>> >>> My first thoughts are that an alliance (with the alliance) would be of >>> interest, however a partnership may be going too far. We have similar >>> interests and possibly end goals, however I feel that our immediate goals >>> are very different. >>> >>> The mission of the Bike Collective Network is to strengthen and encourage >>> communication and resource sharing between existing and future community >>> bike shops. Collectively we can improve a bigger wheel as opposed to >>> re-inventing smaller ones. >>> >>> From what I have understood of the AWB is that the primary interest is >>> advocacy in general while to me, the BCN exists to help people start up >>> their own collectives and keep them going. While most of us are likely >>> advocates and want to promote cycling (and walking I guess), that I feel >>> comes second or is even a?byproduct?of what we do. >>> >>> I'm not sure where this would go in the end but we had some initial >>> discussions at last year's Bike!Bike! concerning creating stronger ties >>> between our organizations and possibly making the organization more >>> formalized. There seemed to be some interest, however there was some >>> backlash at the thought of a having a parent organization to encompass all >>> of our organizations. The?consensus?seemed to be that this would not be of >>> interest, however creating a third party organization to help with research >>> and funding may be. Perhaps this is where such a partnership could take us. >>> >>> My other concern is that the AWB is a US/Canada wide project, while it's >>> awesome to hear that we've been included up here, the BCN has been helping >>> organizations world-wide. I'm not sure how such a partnership would effect >>> these relationships. >>> >>> I really like that we're talking about this! Is there any chance that >>> anyone from the AWB will be able to make it out to Vancouver this June? It >>> would be a great?opportunity?to get this discussion going in person >>> and?gauge?the feelings of the general community. >>> >>> .godwin >>> >>> >>> >>> >>> ________________________________ >>> Date: Wed, 28 Mar 2012 11:47:54 -0400 >>> From: Mike(a)PeoplePoweredMovement.org >>> To: thethinktank(a)bikecollectives.org >>> Subject: Re: [TheThinkTank] Partnership with the Alliance for Walking and >>> Biking >>> >>> >>> As Jonathan mentioned, we have been in discussions about establishing a >>> partnership with the Bike Collective Network as part of a larger effort by >>> the Alliance to work with Community Bike Shops. I encourage you to call or >>> email me with your thoughts and ideas as we continue to determine how this >>> partnership will look. >>> >>> Best, >>> >>> Mike Samuelson >>> Member Services and Open Streets Coordinator >>> Alliance for Biking & Walking >>> >>> P.O. Box 65150 >>> Washington, DC 20035 >>> >>> Phone: 202-449-9692 x 7 >>> Mike(a)PeoplePoweredMovement.org >>> >>> >>> The Open Streets Project has just released the Open Streets Guide! ?A >>> great resource for anyone looking to further open streets in their >>> community. >>> >>> From: Jonathan Morrison <jonathan(a)slcbikecollective.org> >>> Reply-To: The Think Tank <thethinktank(a)lists.bikecollectives.org> >>> Date: Tue, 27 Mar 2012 15:43:32 -0600 >>> To: The Think Tank <thethinktank(a)bikecollectives.org> >>> Subject: [TheThinkTank] Partnership with the Alliance for Walking and >>> Biking >>> >>> We have been working with?the Alliance for Walking and Biking to >>> establish a partnership that will help Community Bike Shops grow and achieve >>> their goals, as well as help bridge the gaps in the bicycle advocacy >>> community at large. >>> >>> >>> http://bikeportland.org/2012/03/26/community-bike-shops-are-changing-the-fac e-of-cycling-in-america-69372 >>> >>> We invite you to join in the conversation. >>> >>> Sincerely, >>> >>> Jonathan Morrison >>> Executive Director >>> Salt Lake City Bicycle Collective >>> 2312 S. West Temple >>> Salt Lake City, UT 84115 >>> w: 801-328-2453 >>> c: 801-688-0183 >>> f: 801-466-3856 >>> www.slcbikecollective.org >>> >>> The mission of the Salt Lake City Bicycle Collective is to promote >>> cycling as an effective and sustainable form of transportation and as a >>> cornerstone of a cleaner, healthier, and safer society. The Bicycle >>> Collective provides refurbished bicycles and educational programs to the >>> community, focusing on children and lower income households. >>> _______________________________________________ Thethinktank mailing list >>> Thethinktank(a)lists.bikecollectives.org To unsubscribe, send a blank email to >>> TheThinkTank-leave(a)bikecollectives.org To manage your subscription, plase >>> visit: >>> http://lists.bikecollectives.org/listinfo.cgi/thethinktank-bikecollectives.o rg >>> _______________________________________________ Thethinktank mailing list >>> Thethinktank(a)lists.bikecollectives.org To unsubscribe, send a blank email to >>> TheThinkTank-leave(a)bikecollectives.org To manage your subscription, plase >>> visit: >>> http://lists.bikecollectives.org/listinfo.cgi/thethinktank-bikecollectives.o rg >>> >>> _______________________________________________ >>> Thethinktank mailing list >>> Thethinktank(a)lists.bikecollectives.org >>> To unsubscribe, send a blank email to >>> TheThinkTank-leave(a)bikecollectives.org >>> To manage your subscription, plase visit: >>> >>> http://lists.bikecollectives.org/listinfo.cgi/thethinktank-bikecollectives.o rg >>> >>> >>> >>> _______________________________________________ Thethinktank mailing list >>> Thethinktank(a)lists.bikecollectives.org To unsubscribe, send a blank email to >>> TheThinkTank-leave(a)bikecollectives.org To manage your subscription, plase >>> visit: >>> http://lists.bikecollectives.org/listinfo.cgi/thethinktank-bikecollectives.o rg >>> >>> _______________________________________________ >>> Thethinktank mailing list >>> Thethinktank(a)lists.bikecollectives.org >>> To unsubscribe, send a blank email to >>> TheThinkTank-leave(a)bikecollectives.org >>> To manage your subscription, plase visit: >>> >>> http://lists.bikecollectives.org/listinfo.cgi/thethinktank-bikecollectives.o rg >>> >> >> >> >> -- >> Joshua Hoffman >> >> Safe Routes Organizer >> Rosedale Development Association >> Rosedale Healthy Kids Initiative >> 1403 S.W. Boulevard >> Kansas City, KS 66103 >> 913-645-7826 >> >> >> _______________________________________________ Thethinktank mailing list >> Thethinktank(a)lists.bikecollectives.org To unsubscribe, send a blank email to >> TheThinkTank-leave(a)bikecollectives.org To manage your subscription, plase >> visit: >> http://lists.bikecollectives.org/listinfo.cgi/thethinktank-bikecollectives.o rg >> >> _______________________________________________ >> Thethinktank mailing list >> Thethinktank(a)lists.bikecollectives.org >> To unsubscribe, send a blank email to >> TheThinkTank-leave(a)bikecollectives.org >> To manage your subscription, plase visit: >> >> http://lists.bikecollectives.org/listinfo.cgi/thethinktank-bikecollectives.o rg >> > > > _______________________________________________ > Thethinktank mailing list > Thethinktank(a)lists.bikecollectives.org > To unsubscribe, send a blank email to TheThinkTank-leave(a)bikecollectives.org > To manage your subscription, plase visit: > http://lists.bikecollectives.org/listinfo.cgi/thethinktank-bikecollectives.o rg > ------------------------------ _______________________________________________ Thethinktank mailing list Thethinktank(a)lists.bikecollectives.org http://lists.bikecollectives.org/listinfo.cgi/thethinktank-bikecollectives.o rg End of Thethinktank Digest, Vol 69, Issue 15 ********************************************

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by Ann Altstatt 12 May '12

12 May '12

Hello Think Tankers-- I'm passing on a message on behalf of the Santa Cruz Bike Church. We are testing the waters to see if any other organizations would be interested in helping us fund the BikeBike travel expenses for a fellow mechanic from a Oaxacan bike project. Read on! Dear Bike Collectives, I just spent a month in Oaxaca at CACITA, a center for "appropriate technologies" that focuses mostly these days on bike-powered machines (e.g. water pumps, corn grinders, washing machines, etc), but also has worked building composting toilets, solar ovens, biodiesel conversions, and low-tech grey water filters. They are an anarchist collective, whose members participated in the uprising in Oaxaca in 2006, and whose machines and workshops often go to benefit the indigenous communities in the area. I am hoping to help their lead mechanic Eric (yes, he is Mexican despite the Viking name) go to BikeBike! There is simply no chance of CACITA paying for that voyage, but the Bike Church has already committed to paying up to $200 towards helping buy him a plane ticket. If we can patch together some more donations for a total of around $600, that should be sufficient. If your project can make a donation please reply ASAP to Steve at sschnaar(a)riseup.net. You can send checks to "the Bike Church" at 703 Pacific Ave, Santa Cruz, CA 95060 (but please also email to advise you are sending it). Also FYI I had gone down to Mexico originally in response to an email from El Machete, a project in Chiapas, in the city of San Cristobal. Perhaps you all got the same email in your collectives? Upon arrival I was disappointed to find the shop run by foreigners mostly from France, with lots of traveling punks from the US and Canada crashing there as well. I will not speak to any specific criticisms I have as I am trying to have a constructive dialogue with them about why I left, and in their defense they say they are a multinational collective including some Mexicans. But as I was not the only one there who had come in response to their email some months ago, and who was surprised to find a situation far different than I had expected, I thought it might be useful information for others. Best wishes, Steve Schnaar Collective Member The Bike Church 703 Pacific Avenue Santa Cruz, CA 95060 831/425-BIKE bikechurch(a)santacruzhub.org

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Partnership with the Alliance for Walking and Biking
by Jonathan Morrison 11 May '12

11 May '12

We have been working with the Alliance for Walking and Biking to establish a partnership that will help Community Bike Shops grow and achieve their goals, as well as help bridge the gaps in the bicycle advocacy community at large. http://bikeportland.org/2012/03/26/community-bike-shops-are-changing-the-fa… We invite you to join in the conversation. Sincerely, Jonathan Morrison Executive Director Salt Lake City Bicycle Collective 2312 S. West Temple Salt Lake City, UT 84115 w: 801-328-2453 c: 801-688-0183 f: 801-466-3856 www.slcbikecollective.org The mission of the Salt Lake City Bicycle Collective is to promote cycling as an effective and sustainable form of transportation and as a cornerstone of a cleaner, healthier, and safer society. The Bicycle Collective provides refurbished bicycles and educational programs to the community, focusing on children and lower income households.

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Amsterdam is catching up to Bike Culture in the USA...
by Jonathan Morrison 11 May '12

11 May '12

http://www.nytimes.com/2012/05/09/world/europe/amsterdam-tries-to-change-cu… Sincerely, Jonathan Morrison Executive Director Bicycle Collective 2312 S. West Temple Salt Lake City, UT 84115 w: 801-328-2453 c: 801-688-0183 f: 801-466-3856 www.bicyclecollective.org The mission of the Bicycle Collective is to promote cycling as an effective and sustainable form of transportation and as a cornerstone of a cleaner, healthier, and safer society. The Collective provides refurbished bicycles and educational programs to the community, focusing on children and lower income households.

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List of bicycle co-ops
by Mark Stewart 11 May '12

11 May '12

Hi! I'm considering encouraging the start-up of a bicycle co-op in my small town. I understand that you can send me a list of co-ops, and I think that might be helpful. Would you be willing to do that? Mark

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by lenore＠cyclistlaw.com 09 May '12

09 May '12

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Re: [TheThinkTank] Tool Theft
by christopher＠holisticcycles.com 09 May '12

09 May '12

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Roadtrip to Bike!Bike! - Vancouver
by Rachel Morris 08 May '12

08 May '12

Anyone going to Bike!Bike! this year? It's June 21-24 in Vancouver BC, www.bikebike.org. I've never been. It would be great to find others going up the California Coast to car-share with. I got rid of my car - but I'm happy to pitch in for gas and help driver and such. You can contact me at rachel(a)vccool.org. I'm in Ventura, CA.

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Cargo Bike Frame Building Apprenticeship
by Derek Thomas 08 May '12

08 May '12

Hello Think Tankers. We have been trying to post but for some reason no luck with our email humanpowerednetwork(a)catoregon.org * *For THE HUMAN POWERED NETWORK: <http://hpm.catoregon.org/?page_id=534> * * With the current popularity of cargo bikes we have seen an influx of builders and importers bringing more bikes to market. But it’s not just about bikes. For over 20 years, Jan VanderTuin through *Human PoweredMachines*<http://hpm.catoregon.org/>has been focused on localizing the production of cargo bikes and fitting them into community. Its time to pass it on. The apprenticeship program prepares individuals to create their own unique, bicycle-based social enterprise and shop. We aren’t just retaining for bike building…we emphasize finding broader context for your skills. For example; your shop might also be a teaching facility for at risk kids. Or you may have a CSA delivery business driven by cargo bike. We offer intensive, hands on training in : -Welding, brazing, machining and powder coating. -Designing and prototyping in computer aided design (CAD) -Industrial sewing based on our production line of rain gear. -Organic gardening with emphasis on the true cost of food -Marketing, website and graphic design Our dream? To create a formal association, the *Human Powered Network*. To bring together smaller scale frame builders into a cooperative entity using the established designs of Human Powered Machines. These designs are offered as open-source to apprentices who have completed the program.

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Open Street map of Bike co-ops finally available
by L'Heureux Cyclage 05 May '12

05 May '12

Dear all, Please have a look on this article about the new Open Street map that we published: http://www.heureux-cyclage.org/La-carte-de-L-Heureux-Cyclage-le.html?lang=en. You can now easily include it in your website, pointing on your own bike co-op. If you dont fin it here: http://www.heureux-cyclage.org/Les-ateliers-velo-dans-le-monde.html?lang=en you can reference it with that form: http://www.heureux-cyclage.org/Referencer-un-nouvel-atelier.html?lang=fr I hope you will find it useful. As it is on free software, any contribution to enhance this map is welcome. Thanks for circulating this information. Cheers, Julien

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BICAS in Tucson, Arizona is hiring!
by Kylie Walzak 04 May '12

04 May '12

BICAS is seeking to hire a Staff/Collective Member. Date Posted: 05/04/12 Position: Staff Collective Member Organization: BICAS (Bicycle Inter-Community Art & Salvage) Start Date: June 1st, 2012 Duration: We are looking for a long-term collective member. Location: Tucson, AZ BICAS is a non-profit bicycle recycling an education center that teaches people from all walks of life how to fix and maintain bicycles. The ideal candidate will be passionate about the bicycle as a viable, sustainable and healthy form of transportation and eager to share that enthusiasm with our visitors both in and out of the shop. BICAS is dedicated to serving everyone, regardless of background, and frequently works with youth, homeless, refugee, Spanish-speaking, and low-income populations. Experience working with these populations in any non-profit capacity is a plus, as is being bi or multilingual. Bicycle mechanical knowledge is not required but is desired. The ability to teach in a caring, compassionate, and hands-off approach is necessary. This position includes outreach and expansion of organizational presence in the surrounding community.   Minimum Qualifications 1. Out going and self-motivated personality who can work efficiently and effectively in both a chaotic environment and individually. 2. Demonstrated ability to work with diverse people while observing sensitivities and differences 3. Ability to foster an environment of empowerment and cooperation 4. Strong communication skills including: interpersonal, electronic, and group setting. 5. Ability to work collaboratively with staff and community members 6. Ability to multi-task and serve several customers at a time 7. Passion for bikes and bicycling as transportation Desired Qualifications 1. Experience organizing volunteers or staff 2. Experience coordinating events 3. Experience working in a leadership role of a non-profit organization, collective or equivalent 4. Excellent written and verbal communication and public relations skills 5. Demonstrated experience with and knowledge of bike repair and bike mechanics 6. Experience teaching one-on-one or in class settings 7. Familiarity with related sustainability, safety and health issues 8. Experience in sustainable business practices 9. Ability to set measurable goals and see them through to their completion. 10. Computer literacy, Familiarity with Quick Books, and Google Office programs 11. Spanish-speaking bilingual or multilingual. 12. Commitment to the use of the bicycle as a legitimate form of transportation. Job Tasks: 1. At least 2 scheduled shifts (15 hours) in the community tools area where your primary duties will be to support visitors in bicycle repair, assist work-trade and community service visitors, coordinate volunteers, record sales and services using the cash register and other systems in place, and represent BICAS in a pleasant and professional manner. 2. Attend and participate in mandatory, twice monthly collective and staff meetings on Wednesday nights (4 paid hours per month) 3. Participate in occasional sub committees to further the organization 4. Willingness to participate in educational activities including Basic Maintenance, Build-a-Bike programs, volunteer training, and advanced classes if technical skills allow. 5. Participate in off-site events including promotional events, mobile bike repair, bike drives, and monthly outreach events. (at least 4 hours per month) 6. Participate in the annual Art Auction and other fundraising activities 7. Build used bikes for resale and to gain mechanical experience. (4 hours a week) 8. Support the development, promotion and implementation of BICAS programs by selecting an area of expertise from the following aspects of the organization: Education, Outreach, Art, Volunteer Coordination, Shop Organization, Accounting, Grant Writing, Fund Raising. 9. This is a part-time position. Base rate is $9 per hour or based on experience. Accepted applicant will be guaranteed 15 hours of scheduled shifts, 4 hours per month of meetings, 4 hours per week of building floor bikes on off hours and 4 hours of off-site outreach opportunities per month. It is expected that the applicant will participate in these activities bringing the total hours to an average of 21 hours a week. There is ample opportunity for growth at BICAS. We are looking for a highly motivated person that will be able to help develop an area of expertise from the following aspects of the organization: Education, Outreach, Art, Volunteer Coordination, Shop Organization, Accounting, Grant Writing, Fund Raising. To Apply: Please submit the following to bicas(a)bicas.org with “Staff Collective Member” in subject line by May 15, 2012. 1. A cover letter: In your cover letter, address the following: · How does your experience relate to actively advancing the BICAS mission of Do-It-Yourself, empowerment, inclusivity and cooperation. · Please address “Job Tasks #8 specifically and what area of BICAS you are attracted to advancing. What are your goals in this position? 2. A resume 3. At least three work-related references (required) including the names, current addresses and telephone numbers. Additional Information for job applicants: BICAS is a non-for profit community bike shop established in 1989 as Bootstraps to Share, an organization dedicated to helping the homeless. After many peoples efforts it was realized that the bicycle and being able to provide your own mechanical support was vital to getting people to food, shelter, and work. Thus BICAS was formed in 1994 with a focus on the bicycle but expanding the vision to youth, students and anyone that has the will and desire to learn about the bicycle as a legitimate and sustainable form of transportation. We continue to serve this mission with a commitment of our resources to the community to learn about bicycle repair and offer those without means the opportunity to work for trade of community tool use, used parts and used bicycles. BICAS provides inclusive and open shop space, knowledge sharing, educational classes and affordable refurbished bicycles to the community as a service and to generate funds for the organization. Revenue from the sales of recycled bicycles currently funds overhead to maintain shop operations with additional grants for supplemental projects. BICAS has over 3500 people utilize Community Tools every year, over 700 people using our work-trade program for over 3800 hours of work-trade per year, and over 200 people (100 being 18 years or under) doing over 1500 hours of community service per year on a shoe string operating budget of approximately $200,000 per year. You bet what we are doing is important. BICAS is a highly rewarding responsibility for those that work as staff but is often a very demanding job. A successful candidate will be familiar with BICAS bylaws, policies and procedures; have an understanding of and desire to implement the mission and vision and long-term goals of the organization; openness to learning and trying new approaches; ability to work unconventional hours when necessary; ability to work in various locations in greater Tucson and attend various committee meetings throughout the year. Please look through the rest of our website for additional information about us. www.bicas.org BICAS currently employs 12 part-time staff members. All staff and the volunteer board of directors form the BICAS collective. The collective is the base for all major decisions regarding the organizations structure and policies. For this reason it is of the utmost importance that all members participate in the collective process. Staff is held accountable to the collective. The BICAS collective strives to provide its employees with a living wage based on its current annual budget which is why we need all collective members to be involved with advancing the organization and involved in fundraising activities. The BICAS staff member has opportunity to grow in the organization based on personal motivation to be involved. The current policy for raise is $.50 raise for 500 hours worked in an attempt to reward experience, long-term commitment and increased participation in the organization. BICAS staff are allowed up to 6 weeks unpaid leave per year as long as leave does not impede shop operations. Staff is required to find their own substitutes for long or short leave of absence. Longer leave is possible with collective approval but will not be acceptable for 2 consecutive years. Leave overlap is based on seniority. New hires will not be eligible for extended leave within 6 months of hire date. This position requires awareness and passion about social and environmental sustainability, local economics and bicycle mechanics, cooperative involvement and collective decision-making. Operating a bike project to these standards in an institutional environment and larger community takes tenacity and passion. Successful candidates will be experienced organizers who are interested in working hard and being flexible in order to get things done. This position requires representing and advocating for BICAS in the greater Tucson area. We look forward to reading your application! love, peace, and bicycle grease~ your friends at BICAS http://www.bicas.org

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BICAS in Tucson, AZ is hiring a Part-time Staff/Collective Member
by Kylie Walzak 04 May '12

04 May '12

BICAS is seeking to hire a Staff/Collective Member. Date Posted: 05/04/12 Position: Staff Collective Member Organization: BICAS (Bicycle Inter-Community Art & Salvage) Start Date: June 1st, 2012 Duration: We are looking for a long-term collective member. Location: Tucson, AZ BICAS is a non-profit bicycle recycling an education center that teaches people from all walks of life how to fix and maintain bicycles. The ideal candidate will be passionate about the bicycle as a viable, sustainable and healthy form of transportation and eager to share that enthusiasm with our visitors both in and out of the shop. BICAS is dedicated to serving everyone, regardless of background, and frequently works with youth, homeless, refugee, Spanish-speaking, and low-income populations. Experience working with these populations in any non-profit capacity is a plus, as is being bi or multilingual. Bicycle mechanical knowledge is not required but is desired. The ability to teach in a caring, compassionate, and hands-off approach is necessary. This position includes outreach and expansion of organizational presence in the surrounding community. Minimum Qualifications 1. Out going and self-motivated personality who can work efficiently and effectively in both a chaotic environment and individually. 2. Demonstrated ability to work with diverse people while observing sensitivities and differences 3. Ability to foster an environment of empowerment and cooperation 4. Strong communication skills including: interpersonal, electronic, and group setting. 5. Ability to work collaboratively with staff and community members 6. Ability to multi-task and serve several customers at a time 7. Passion for bikes and bicycling as transportation Desired Qualifications 1. Experience organizing volunteers or staff 2. Experience coordinating events 3. Experience working in a leadership role of a non-profit organization, collective or equivalent 4. Excellent written and verbal communication and public relations skills 5. Demonstrated experience with and knowledge of bike repair and bike mechanics 6. Experience teaching one-on-one or in class settings 7. Familiarity with related sustainability, safety and health issues 8. Experience in sustainable business practices 9. Ability to set measurable goals and see them through to their completion. 10. Computer literacy, Familiarity with Quick Books, and Google Office programs 11. Spanish-speaking bilingual or multilingual. 12. Commitment to the use of the bicycle as a legitimate form of transportation. Job Tasks: 1. At least 2 scheduled shifts (15 hours) in the community tools area where your primary duties will be to support visitors in bicycle repair, assist work-trade and community service visitors, coordinate volunteers, record sales and services using the cash register and other systems in place, and represent BICAS in a pleasant and professional manner. 2. Attend and participate in mandatory, twice monthly collective and staff meetings on Wednesday nights (4 paid hours per month) 3. Participate in occasional sub committees to further the organization 4. Willingness to participate in educational activities including Basic Maintenance, Build-a-Bike programs, volunteer training, and advanced classes if technical skills allow. 5. Participate in off-site events including promotional events, mobile bike repair, bike drives, and monthly outreach events. (at least 4 hours per month) 6. Participate in the annual Art Auction and other fundraising activities 7. Build used bikes for resale and to gain mechanical experience. (4 hours a week) 8. Support the development, promotion and implementation of BICAS programs by selecting an area of expertise from the following aspects of the organization: Education, Outreach, Art, Volunteer Coordination, Shop Organization, Accounting, Grant Writing, Fund Raising. 9. This is a part-time position. Base rate is $9 per hour or based on experience. Accepted applicant will be guaranteed 15 hours of scheduled shifts, 4 hours per month of meetings, 4 hours per week of building floor bikes on off hours and 4 hours of off-site outreach opportunities per month. It is expected that the applicant will participate in these activities bringing the total hours to an average of 21 hours a week. There is ample opportunity for growth at BICAS. We are looking for a highly motivated person that will be able to help develop an area of expertise from the following aspects of the organization: Education, Outreach, Art, Volunteer Coordination, Shop Organization, Accounting, Grant Writing, Fund Raising. To Apply: Please submit the following to bicas(a)bicas.org with “Staff Collective Member” in subject line by May 15, 2012. 1. A cover letter: In your cover letter, address the following: How does your experience relate to actively advancing the BICAS mission of Do-It-Yourself, empowerment, inclusivity and cooperation. Please address “Job Tasks #8 specifically and what area of BICAS you are attracted to advancing. What are your goals in this position? 2. A resume 3. At least three work-related references (required) including the names, current addresses and telephone numbers. Additional Information for job applicants: BICAS is a non-for profit community bike shop established in 1989 as Bootstraps to Share, an organization dedicated to helping the homeless. After many peoples efforts it was realized that the bicycle and being able to provide your own mechanical support was vital to getting people to food, shelter, and work. Thus BICAS was formed in 1994 with a focus on the bicycle but expanding the vision to youth, students and anyone that has the will and desire to learn about the bicycle as a legitimate and sustainable form of transportation. We continue to serve this mission with a commitment of our resources to the community to learn about bicycle repair and offer those without means the opportunity to work for trade of community tool use, used parts and used bicycles. BICAS provides inclusive and open shop space, knowledge sharing, educational classes and affordable refurbished bicycles to the community as a service and to generate funds for the organization. Revenue from the sales of recycled bicycles currently funds overhead to maintain shop operations with additional grants for supplemental projects. BICAS has over 3500 people utilize Community Tools every year, over 700 people using our work-trade program for over 3800 hours of work-trade per year, and over 200 people (100 being 18 years or under) doing over 1500 hours of community service per year on a shoe string operating budget of approximately $200,000 per year. You bet what we are doing is important. BICAS is a highly rewarding responsibility for those that work as staff but is often a very demanding job. A successful candidate will be familiar with BICAS bylaws, policies and procedures; have an understanding of and desire to implement the mission and vision and long-term goals of the organization; openness to learning and trying new approaches; ability to work unconventional hours when necessary; ability to work in various locations in greater Tucson and attend various committee meetings throughout the year. Please look through the rest of our website for additional information about us. www.bicas.org BICAS currently employs 12 part-time staff members. All staff and the volunteer board of directors form the BICAS collective. The collective is the base for all major decisions regarding the organizations structure and policies. For this reason it is of the utmost importance that all members participate in the collective process. Staff is held accountable to the collective. The BICAS collective strives to provide its employees with a living wage based on its current annual budget which is why we need all collective members to be involved with advancing the organization and involved in fundraising activities. The BICAS staff member has opportunity to grow in the organization based on personal motivation to be involved. The current policy for raise is $.50 raise for 500 hours worked in an attempt to reward experience, long-term commitment and increased participation in the organization. BICAS staff are allowed up to 6 weeks unpaid leave per year as long as leave does not impede shop operations. Staff is required to find their own substitutes for long or short leave of absence. Longer leave is possible with collective approval but will not be acceptable for 2 consecutive years. Leave overlap is based on seniority. New hires will not be eligible for extended leave within 6 months of hire date. This position requires awareness and passion about social and environmental sustainability, local economics and bicycle mechanics, cooperative involvement and collective decision-making. Operating a bike project to these standards in an institutional environment and larger community takes tenacity and passion. Successful candidates will be experienced organizers who are interested in working hard and being flexible in order to get things done. This position requires representing and advocating for BICAS in the greater Tucson area. We look forward to reading your application! Kylie Walzak Education and Outreach Coordinator BICAS (520) 628-7950 education(a)bicas.org www.bicas.org Think of bicycles as rideable art that can just about save the world. ~Grant Petersen

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BICAS in Tucson, AZ is hiring!
by Kylie Walzak 04 May '12

04 May '12

BICAS is seeking to hire a Staff/Collective Member. Date Posted: 05/04/12 Position: Staff Collective Member Organization: BICAS (Bicycle Inter-Community Art & Salvage) Start Date: June 1st, 2012 Duration: We are looking for a long-term collective member. Location: Tucson, AZ BICAS is a non-profit bicycle recycling an education center that teaches people from all walks of life how to fix and maintain bicycles. The ideal candidate will be passionate about the bicycle as a viable, sustainable and healthy form of transportation and eager to share that enthusiasm with our visitors both in and out of the shop. BICAS is dedicated to serving everyone, regardless of background, and frequently works with youth, homeless, refugee, Spanish-speaking, and low-income populations. Experience working with these populations in any non-profit capacity is a plus, as is being bi or multilingual. Bicycle mechanical knowledge is not required but is desired. The ability to teach in a caring, compassionate, and hands-off approach is necessary. This position includes outreach and expansion of organizational presence in the surrounding community.   Minimum Qualifications 1. Out going and self-motivated personality who can work efficiently and effectively in both a chaotic environment and individually. 2. Demonstrated ability to work with diverse people while observing sensitivities and differences. 3. Ability to foster an environment of empowerment and cooperation. 4. Strong communication skills including: interpersonal, electronic, and group setting. 5. Ability to work collaboratively with staff and community members. 6. Ability to multi-task and serve several customers at a time. 7. Passion for bikes and bicycling as transportation. Desired Qualifications 1. Experience organizing volunteers or staff. 2. Experience coordinating events. 3. Experience working in a leadership role of a non-profit organization, collective or equivalent. 4. Excellent written and verbal communication and public relations skills. 5. Demonstrated experience with and knowledge of bike repair and bike mechanics. 6. Experience teaching one-on-one or in class settings. 7. Familiarity with related sustainability, safety and health issues. 8. Experience in sustainable business practices. 9. Ability to set measurable goals and see them through to their completion. 10. Computer literacy, Familiarity with Quick Books, and Google Office programs. 11. Spanish-speaking bilingual or multilingual. 12. Commitment to the use of the bicycle as a legitimate form of transportation. Job Tasks: 1. At least 2 scheduled shifts (15 hours) in the community tools area where your primary duties will be to support visitors in bicycle repair, assist work-trade and community service visitors, coordinate volunteers, record sales and services using the cash register and other systems in place, and represent BICAS in a pleasant and professional manner. 2. Attend and participate in mandatory, twice monthly collective and staff meetings on Wednesday nights (4 paid hours per month) 3. Participate in occasional sub committees to further the organization 4. Willingness to participate in educational activities including Basic Maintenance, Build-a-Bike programs, volunteer training, and advanced classes if technical skills allow. 5. Participate in off-site events including promotional events, mobile bike repair, bike drives, and monthly outreach events. (at least 4 hours per month) 6. Participate in the annual Art Auction and other fundraising activities 7. Build used bikes for resale and to gain mechanical experience. (4 hours a week) 8. Support the development, promotion and implementation of BICAS programs by selecting an area of expertise from the following aspects of the organization: Education, Outreach, Art, Volunteer Coordination, Shop Organization, Accounting, Grant Writing, Fund Raising. 9. This is a part-time position. Base rate is $9 per hour or based on experience. Accepted applicant will be guaranteed 15 hours of scheduled shifts, 4 hours per month of meetings, 4 hours per week of building floor bikes on off hours and 4 hours of off-site outreach opportunities per month. It is expected that the applicant will participate in these activities bringing the total hours to an average of 21 hours a week. There is ample opportunity for growth at BICAS. We are looking for a highly motivated person that will be able to help develop an area of expertise from the following aspects of the organization: Education, Outreach, Art, Volunteer Coordination, Shop Organization, Accounting, Grant Writing, Fund Raising. To Apply: Please submit the following to bicas(a)bicas.org with "Staff Collective Member" in subject line by May 15, 2012. 1. A cover letter: In your cover letter, address the following: · How does your experience relate to actively advancing the BICAS mission of Do-It-Yourself, empowerment, inclusivity and cooperation. · Please address “Job Tasks #8 specifically and what area of BICAS you are attracted to advancing. What are your goals in this position? 2. A resume 3. At least three work-related references (required) including the names, current addresses and telephone numbers. Additional Information for job applicants: BICAS is a non-for profit community bike shop established in 1989 as Bootstraps to Share, an organization dedicated to helping the homeless. After many peoples efforts it was realized that the bicycle and being able to provide your own mechanical support was vital to getting people to food, shelter, and work. Thus BICAS was formed in 1994 with a focus on the bicycle but expanding the vision to youth, students and anyone that has the will and desire to learn about the bicycle as a legitimate and sustainable form of transportation. We continue to serve this mission with a commitment of our resources to the community to learn about bicycle repair and offer those without means the opportunity to work for trade of community tool use, used parts and used bicycles. BICAS provides inclusive and open shop space, knowledge sharing, educational classes and affordable refurbished bicycles to the community as a service and to generate funds for the organization. Revenue from the sales of recycled bicycles currently funds overhead to maintain shop operations with additional grants for supplemental projects. BICAS has over 3500 people utilize Community Tools every year, over 700 people using our work-trade program for over 3800 hours of work-trade per year, and over 200 people (100 being 18 years or under) doing over 1500 hours of community service per year on a shoe string operating budget of approximately $200,000 per year. You bet what we are doing is important. BICAS is a highly rewarding responsibility for those that work as staff but is often a very demanding job. A successful candidate will be familiar with BICAS bylaws, policies and procedures; have an understanding of and desire to implement the mission and vision and long-term goals of the organization; openness to learning and trying new approaches; ability to work unconventional hours when necessary; ability to work in various locations in greater Tucson and attend various committee meetings throughout the year. Please look through the rest of our website for additional information about us. www.bicas.org BICAS currently employs 12 part-time staff members. All staff and the volunteer board of directors form the BICAS collective. The collective is the base for all major decisions regarding the organizations structure and policies. For this reason it is of the utmost importance that all members participate in the collective process. Staff is held accountable to the collective. The BICAS collective strives to provide its employees with a living wage based on its current annual budget which is why we need all collective members to be involved with advancing the organization and involved in fundraising activities. The BICAS staff member has opportunity to grow in the organization based on personal motivation to be involved. The current policy for raise is $.50 raise for 500 hours worked in an attempt to reward experience, long-term commitment and increased participation in the organization. BICAS staff are allowed up to 6 weeks unpaid leave per year as long as leave does not impede shop operations. Staff is required to find their own substitutes for long or short leave of absence. Longer leave is possible with collective approval but will not be acceptable for 2 consecutive years. Leave overlap is based on seniority. New hires will not be eligible for extended leave within 6 months of hire date. This position requires awareness and passion about social and environmental sustainability, local economics and bicycle mechanics, cooperative involvement and collective decision-making. Operating a bike project to these standards in an institutional environment and larger community takes tenacity and passion. Successful candidates will be experienced organizers who are interested in working hard and being flexible in order to get things done. This position requires representing and advocating for BICAS in the greater Tucson area. We look forward to reading your application! Kylie Walzak Education and Outreach Coordinator BICAS (520) 628-7950 education(a)bicas.org www.bicas.org Think of bicycles as rideable art that can just about save the world. ~Grant Petersen

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new Brownsville Bike Barn
by charle roberts 03 May '12

03 May '12

There is a new community bicycle shope kindof like the austin yellow bike project they are in need of tools parts and stands, and some finachel funding to get it of the ground and in full swing. It is the only one of there kind they will be teaching bike mechanics, bike safety, ect... The guy to contact is Joe Boswell his phone # is (404)729-2644

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video/streaming of bike!bike! discussion
by veganboyjosh＠gmail.com 29 Apr '12

29 Apr '12

it's been brought up on facebook, and there is a separate google group for if/once things get rolling, but i know some of you aren't on either of those, so i'm asking here. is anyone who's going to bike!bike! this year interested in helping facilitate either filming of workshops and events, or helping with getting some kind of live streaming going? it looks like we've got a group of 4 or 5 people who are very interested in this happening, and willing to help, but so far none of us are going. so, we've got some ideas of things that could happen, but it all requires having someone on the ground in Vancouver to facilitate recording or streaming... if you are going, or even if you're not, and are interested in helping make this happen, please get at me off of this list, and we can go into some more details... thanks! josh.

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Re: [TheThinkTank] Help Neighborhood Bike Works win $25, 000 for Earn-a-Bike classes
by james bledsoe 28 Apr '12

28 Apr '12

hey this is cool, the tag in the list sez "earn a bike education" with a outline of Pennsylvania no NBW is that the program you are hoping we will help with?? jim --- On Sat, 4/28/12, Neighborhood Bike Works <info(a)neighborhoodbikeworks.org> wrote: From: Neighborhood Bike Works <info(a)neighborhoodbikeworks.org> Subject: [TheThinkTank] Help Neighborhood Bike Works win $25, 000 for Earn-a-Bike classes To: thethinktank(a)lists.bikecollectives.org Date: Saturday, April 28, 2012, 8:42 AM Hi ThinkTank-ers -- Neighborhood Bike Works has been selected as a finalist in the Cause An Effect program on Facebook. We have the potential to receive a $25,000 grant to fund Earn-a-Bike classes for youth, which would allow us to provide free classes to 60 youth and would go a long way to increasing opportunities for youth through bicycling in Philly. Our submission, along with the other finalists, are live on Facebook and anyone with a Facebook account can log on and vote for our Cause. To vote, visit: http://www.facebook.com/statefarm/app_376288832400015?app_data=Earn-a-Bike-… and click on the “Vote” button 10 times to show your support for Earn-a-Bike Education at NBW. You can vote 10 times per day between today and May 17. The 40 Causes that receive the most votes will all receive $25,000 - right now we are #11, so we're well on our way, but we need your help to get there. Please feel free to forward this note on to friends, family, and neighbors! Neighborhood Bike Works http://www.neighborhoodbikeworks.org 215-386-0316 -----Inline Attachment Follows----- _______________________________________________ Thethinktank mailing list Thethinktank(a)lists.bikecollectives.org To unsubscribe, send a blank email to TheThinkTank-leave(a)bikecollectives.org To manage your subscription, plase visit: http://lists.bikecollectives.org/listinfo.cgi/thethinktank-bikecollectives.…

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Help Neighborhood Bike Works win $25, 000 for Earn-a-Bike classes
by Neighborhood Bike Works 28 Apr '12

28 Apr '12

Hi ThinkTank-ers -- Neighborhood Bike Works has been selected as a finalist in the Cause An Effect program on Facebook. We have the potential to receive a $25,000 grant to fund Earn-a-Bike classes for youth, which would allow us to provide free classes to 60 youth and would go a long way to increasing opportunities for youth through bicycling in Philly. Our submission, along with the other finalists, are live on Facebook and anyone with a Facebook account can log on and vote for our Cause. *To vote, visit: http://www.facebook.com/statefarm/app_376288832400015?app_data=Earn-a-Bike-… and click on the “Vote” button 10 times to show your support for Earn-a-Bike Education at NBW. *You can vote 10 times per day between today and May 17. The 40 Causes that receive the most votes will all receive $25,000 - right now we are #11, so we're well on our way, but we need your help to get there. *Please feel free to forward this note on to friends, family, and neighbors! * Neighborhood Bike Works http://www.neighborhoodbikeworks.org 215-386-0316

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Re: [TheThinkTank] Bicycle Kitchen/ La Bici Cocina (Los Angeles) is buying a building
by momoko saunders 27 Apr '12

27 Apr '12

Let's talk at bike bike! yellow bike was proposing something sort of similar as well and i'd love to hear more about it. Maybe we could make it a workshop so anyone interesting in coming could just come and discuss. I'd host it if you want to support me. -momoko On Thu, Apr 26, 2012 at 9:42 PM, james bledsoe <jamesbleds0e(a)yahoo.com>wrote: > hi Anibal, > > we are closing on the 15th of May. the thirty grand we are raising is > only a down payment. Anything you send our way will help > thanks is advance > > > jim > > > P.S. what I would like is to establish a fund that helps shops buy > buildings > > if we all placed $5000 a year into a fund that is sent to one of us each > year then we could get a lot of property funded over time. > > i see something like a contest or award presented at Bike Bike each year. > > of course we will need to work out details and procedures concerning this > sort of arrangement. > > > > --- On *Thu, 4/26/12, Anibal Davila <info(a)bikesauce.org>* wrote: > > > From: Anibal Davila <info(a)bikesauce.org> > Subject: Re: [TheThinkTank] Bicycle Kitchen/ La Bici Cocina (Los Angeles) > is buying a building > To: "james blesdoe" <jamesbleds0e(a)yahoo.com> > Date: Thursday, April 26, 2012, 2:03 PM > > hi james, i had a closer look at your website and realized that you are > still raising funds, how important is the two day time line you've posted > on your website? I ask because I would like to have 'Sauce raise $500 for > you guys. The bicy cocina was a big inspiration for me when i set out to > start bikeSauce two years ago, and owning our own building is one of my > biggest ambitions for the organization. I want to point to bike kitchen and > say that if they can do it, we can do it too. > > So... how pressing is the timeline? > > Anibal > 'sauce treasurer > > > On Thu, Apr 26, 2012 at 2:13 PM, james bledsoe <jamesbleds0e(a)yahoo.com<http://mc/compose?to=jamesbleds0e@yahoo.com> > > wrote: > > We are closing escrow in mid May. This event will allow us to expand our > mission and ensure our long term presents in the burgeoning Post Petroleum > Paradigm. Reading other Think Tank post i have become aware of a few > other shops who have secured permanent homes. I am wondering if we might > at Bike Bike start a discussion leading towards establishing a fund or > funding system that will empower more of our shops to become similarly > stabilized. > click here to see our fund raising effort www.bicyclekitchen.com > > > roll on > > jim > > _______________________________________________ > Thethinktank mailing list > Thethinktank(a)lists.bikecollectives.org<http://mc/compose?to=Thethinktank@lists.bikecollectives.org> > To unsubscribe, send a blank email to > TheThinkTank-leave(a)bikecollectives.org<http://mc/compose?to=TheThinkTank-leave@bikecollectives.org> > To manage your subscription, plase visit: > > http://lists.bikecollectives.org/listinfo.cgi/thethinktank-bikecollectives.… > > > > _______________________________________________ > Thethinktank mailing list > Thethinktank(a)lists.bikecollectives.org > To unsubscribe, send a blank email to > TheThinkTank-leave(a)bikecollectives.org > To manage your subscription, plase visit: > > http://lists.bikecollectives.org/listinfo.cgi/thethinktank-bikecollectives.… > >

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New Cargo Bike Network
by Jan VanderTuin 26 Apr '12

26 Apr '12

April 26, 2012 Hello Cargo Bike Enthusiasts, We are currently reaching out to other people in the bike world to increase awareness of the Human Powered Network <https://catoregon.org/?page_id=534> (HPN). Our aim in contacting you is to reach someone in your community who is interested in being a part of an intensive Apprenticeship Program <http://hpm.catoregon.org/?page_id=329>.This program focuses on preparing individuals to create their own local, bicycle-based business/social enterprise. Based on Human Powered Machines (HPM <http://hpm.catoregon.org/>) 20 years of experience with cargo bike design and philosophy, the Network seeks to create an association of fabricators who will build a strong, decentralized alternative to the standard, centralized non-local production of bikes. Our dream? To have many smaller scale frame builders cooperating and acting as an entity that is comparable to a large bike manufacturer. A diverse group of apprentices has been through the program in the last three years. The HPN is designed to give them support that will come in many forms. At the outset, the Tiered Kit System <http://hpm.catoregon.org/?page_id=553> (TKS) will enable them to kick-start their new initiative. The TKSis a process whereby HPN associates may order to sell any of HPM's product line, built to varying levels of completion. When they have developed their own fabrication facilities capable of building complete bikes they will have the right to the designs (think open source hardware). Please print the attached PDF and freely distribute the information on the Apprenticeship Program to anyone in your community who may be interested. For the Network Jan VanderTuin Derek Thomas

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Community Cycles is hiring a shop manager in Boulder Colorado
by Rich 25 Apr '12

25 Apr '12

http://communitycycles.org/component/content/article/49-events/507-shop-man… *Position Title: Community Bike Shop Manager * *Responsibility Statement * The Community Cycles Shop Manager oversees the day-to-day logistics and quality control of the community bike shop. The position is responsible for volunteer, customer and client management, retail sales and inventory. *Reports To*: Executive Director *Essential Functions* *Shop Operations* * Manage, train and develop team of facilitators (high level volunteers). * Support the EAB program with bikes and other shop resources * Along with volunteers, ensure the shop is maintained in a clean, safe manner at all times. * Ensure adequate coverage of all shop positions and shifts to ensure consistent service throughout stated shop hours. * Recruit and help train dedicated volunteers as shop leads and front desk volunteers. * Oversee initial store construction and ongoing maintenance of retail space * Ensure completion and quality of work done; ensure that all phone calls, requests, and questions are addressed properly and in a timely manner. *Administration* * Maintain, organize, and update office files and records. * File invoices, statements, timesheets, and fiscal reports in an organized fashion. * Maintain Operations Metrics Report. * Prepare and submit monthly reports and problems/suggestions to the Executive Director. * Implements procedures to protect the shop's assets. * Ensure retail space is stocked and in an organized, clean state at all times. * Ensure shop van is in running order at all times. *Retail* * Responsible for achieving Retail Sales and Gross Margin targets. * Conduct price surveys to keep price book and service menu up-to-date and maintain pricing inventory knowledge. * Responsible for Retail merchandising and marketing. * Ensure parts and materials are stocked at all times. * Work with Head Mechanic to place orders with vendors for both stock and special orders. * Develop and maintain strict inventory control; inventory to be taken once per quarter. * Ensure retail space is stocked and in an organized, clean state at all times. *Experience/Education* * Non-profit experience preferred * Minimum two years retail experience required * Minimum one year management experience preferred * Minimum one year formal supervision of staff and/or volunteers * Bike shop experience preferred * Experience with marketing and retail merchandising preferred * Current knowledge of a wide variety of bike types, accessories, tools, etc. *Supervision *Daily supervision of paid mechanics and other employees Daily supervision of clients, volunteers and interns *Knowledge, Skills, Abilities* * Advanced supervisory and management skills * Strong understanding of bike mechanics * Basic understanding of volunteer coordination * Proficiency in windows-based computer software programs * Solid oral and written communication skills. * Experience with budget tracking, cash handling and inventory control * Ability to plan, coordinate, and implement classes and workshops * English/Spanish bilingual preferred *Equipment* * Personal Computer * Cell Phone *Physical Effort Required* * Regular lifting of 50+ pounds * Ability to climb ladders and stairs. *Compensation *The Community Cycles bike shop manager is a full time position, compensation is $28K-$30K based on experience and qulifications. Benefits - Eco Pass, no other benefits, at this time. *TO APPLY FOR THIS POSITION* If you would like to apply for this position please copy and paste your resume into the body of an email /and/ attach it as a pdf to an email to resume "at" communitycycles.org *Resumes will be accepted through April 29* -- Rich Points Community Cycles Executive Director http://CommunityCycles.org Rich(a)CommunityCycles.org 720-565-6019 (W) 303-589-0597 (C) CC is Boulder's only bike shop dedicated to bike commuting. Find us on FaceBook http://facebook.com/home.php#!/CommunityCycles Volunteer orientations are held 6p.m. on the 4th Wednesday of each month.

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Job Opening- People Power: Hiring New Executive Director- Apps due May 2nd
by Tawn Kennedy 24 Apr '12

24 Apr '12

Please help spread the word! People Power of Santa Cruz County Executive Director Position Announcement People Power Mission Statement We promote the use of bicycles, utility tricycles, bike-trailers, skateboards, walking, and other non-motorized transit. We are committed to helping government, citizens, and businesses overcome their dependence on the automobile. Our goal is to demonstrate that better alternatives to the car exist, while improving conditions for bicyclists in Santa Cruz County. Who We Are People Power is Santa Cruz County's advocate for human-powered transportation. We imagine a human-scale world and work to make it a reality through educational efforts, community outreach, and grassroots political lobbying. Our 300 members come from diverse backgrounds and have a variety of complementary concerns and issues: quieter neighborhoods, safer routes to schools, short- and long-distance bike lanes and paths, auto-free public space, smart public planning, and reduction of pollution, global warming, and wars over oil. These seemingly diverse concerns are all addressed by the movement towards human-powered transportation and away from fossil fuels. We started in 1991 as a response to the first oil war. Our founders, Jim and Jessica Denevan, organized several bike ride demonstrations including one from Santa Cruz to San Francisco. We developed a ten-year plan for the city and county of Santa Cruz. Since then, much of our vision has become reality, especially in Santa Cruz city including bikes on buses, bike lanes on major streets, contra-flow bike lanes on one-way bottlenecks, and bike parking. We are currently focused on county-wide issues and projects, particularly the rail trail between Davenport, Felton, and Watsonville, and the containment of a movement to widen Highway 1. Position Title: Executive Director Reports to: Steering Committee Desired Qualifications - Proven ability to lead an organization - Experience in fundraising, grant writing, and increasing and retaining group membership - Excellent written and verbal communication skills - Extensive knowledge of social movements - Ability to work collaboratively with others - Experience managing volunteers - Ability to work effectively with elected officials and public-sector employees - Commitment to using a bicycle for transportation while working - Knowledge of and experience with financial management, budgeting and reporting - Ability to use computer software, including Office suite, email, web browsers, messaging, and conferencing applications - Availability to work occasional nights and weekends Compensation $18-22/hour, 25-40 hours weekly. Hours and pay dependent on qualifications and ability to do successful fundraising. How to Apply: Applications must be received by May 2, 2012, 5:00 PM. Send the following items to director(a)peoplepowersc.org. No phone calls please. - Résumé - List of three professional references with contact information - A written description of why you wish to become a leader in the bicycle advocacy movement (minimum one page). Description of Duties and Responsibilities Management and Administration Financial - Work with the People Power bookkeeper to oversee the organization’s finances. - Make day-to-day financial decisions in consultation with bookkeeper, based on policies set by the Steering Committee. - Ensure sound financial planning, management, reporting and organizational accountability. Coordinate Volunteers - Recruit volunteers (including college interns) for People Power and for the bicycle movement as a whole. - Match volunteers with meaningful work for which they are qualified. - Cultivate and train leaders both within People Power and within the bicycle movement. - Support leaders in their work, subject to projects and campaigns being approved by the Steering Committee. Coordinate paid staff - Supervise 1 to 2 high school Interns with an emphasis on their education and personal development. - Supervise adult paid staff. - Supervise the Greenways to School program. - Coordinate hiring for all of the above positions. Working with the Steering Committee - Attend monthly Steering Committee meetings. - Recruit and screen Steering Committee members. - Work with the Chair of the Steering Committee to prepare for and coordinate monthly meetings. - Inform Steering Committee policy decisions regarding specific campaigns and general operations. - Make interim decisions (between Steering Meetings) as needed and in accordance with policy. Fundraising and Public Relations Fundraising - Increase revenue (including grants) to ensure funding for operations and the Executive Director position. - Recruit new members as an integral part of all other activities with the goal of adding 100 members annually. - Grow and support merchandise sales, valet parking, and other in-kind revenue sources. Public Relations - Act as a voice for People Power and for cyclists with the press and the public at large. Membership - Coordinate the publication of the Update (with the Update editor), issue press releases, email action alerts, and announcements through social media including Facebook and Twitter. Update website content. - Work with membership coordinator on member retention efforts. - Coordinate volunteers serving at events. Advocacy - Coordinate campaigns for specific projects, including maintaining relationships with, and directly lobbying, elected officials. - Coordinate endorsements of candidates for elected office and ballot measures and propositions. - Maintain and improve relationships with relevant staff members and partners (Friends of the Rail Trail, Santa Cruz County Cycling Club, etc.). - Do research on policy and process related to campaigns. Events - Create and/or collaborate with other groups to organize and publicize events that support People Power’s mission. --- Tawn Kennedy Director, Green Ways to School A project of People Power The Hub for Sustainable Transportation greenways(a)peoplepowersc.org www.greenways2school.org (831) 425 0667 Cell: 428-5109

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Re: [TheThinkTank] No suggested donation
by troy neiman 23 Apr '12

23 Apr '12

At BICAS in Tucson we have a set hourly rate of $4 per hour for shop rental (or $12 per day) it divides up well with our work-trade wage of $8 per hour. As many people do work-trade for shop time we generate a very small amount of money from shop rental but it does cover consumable expenses for the shop and keeps it affordable for all. I have often thought about moving to sliding scale system say $4-$20 per hour or something but it seems like a real hassle to explain to people all day long and we dont want people to feel bad if they only can pay the minimum amount. Its really important to keep our prices low and affordable for our users but Its also true that we many times undercharge for a very valuable service to those that could afford to kick down more. Lets say you help someone fix something on their bike that no other bike shop would touch for under $100. It only takes an hour, so for us we would say $4. I find if I tell them the the price is $4 for shop rent then they will most likely pay $4. If I instead just say "well it took us just under an hour, if you want you can just put something in the donation bin"...I find its usually worth $10-20 to that person. On the other hand a majority of our users are spending 2 hours fixing a huffy and in that case the hourly suggested rate seems to be fair and works well. On that same subject, We have started taking note when selling small used parts as well. We will get people coming in for a hand full of nuts/bolts/washers, etc. I used to always suggest a dollar or some change. Now I just say "toss something in the donation bin" and I have found for those that can afford it will almost always leave at least $5+. Also, I many times let people choose there own price by asking "what it worth to you" on small items that we may usually only ask a dollar for its usually worth $2-5 to them. For these kinds of situations and like your situation of pumping up tires I totally agree with your volunteer. If you ask for an amount you will always get it but rarely more. If you dont ask for a specific amount you will often be surprised that the service has a much hire value to most. I think it really only works consistently on these smaller items that you dont mind giving away for free. Once you start letting people chose from nicer parts or spending a whole day in the shop it can be be a real bummer to find they dont find the service as valuable as you do. Anyway, Our system of more or less set prices on tool use and used parts works pretty well but being flexible to ask for donations in a situation that does not pressure the donor usually ends up good for both parties. A couple of $ here and few there adds up at the end of the year. ----- Original Message ----- From: Paul Nagel Sent: 04/13/12 08:41 AM To: thethinktank(a)lists.bikecollectives.org Subject: [TheThinkTank] No suggested donation At our volunteer meeting last night, someone shared an anecdote where a group offering to pump up people's bike tires raised far more money when they asked only that people pay what they thought the service was worth, rather than asking for $1 per pumping (this was something he heard in a business class of some sort). This volunteer went on to suggest we not post our current $5 suggested donation per hour for DIY repair, but rather use language along the lines of "donate what you think the service is worth". This is in a context where, even on a busier day, with about 12 visitors, we usually receive less than $60, even though many of those people will stay for two hours or more. Also, being more firm about payment is not of interest to us. As with most of you, we serve a wide variety of people. I can see "donate what you think the service is worth" being fine for people of even modest income, but I'm concerned about how that concept can be communicated without causing bad feelings in people who can't pay what they think the service is worth. In the past, when we were just getting started, we advertised our services as being "free", but accepted donations. That is somewhat different from the idea presented here, as "free" implies people need not/ought not to pay. Does anyone here have experience with having no suggested donation? If so, have you utilized both methods in a similar context, and how did the income compare? Also, how did you word your pricing policy? Thank you, Paul

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Information needed
by Neil Walker 22 Apr '12

22 Apr '12

I am looking for any information or article that show the effect that Cycling has on the global economy Neil Walker Bicycle Education League Certified Instructor #2935 678.200.2182 Join today to support Atlanta's voice for better biking. www.atlantabike.org Sent via BlackBerry from T-Mobile

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POW! $22 is getting Doubled right now = Bikes + Women + Minorities + Delivery Cyclists
by Helen Ho 22 Apr '12

22 Apr '12

Hi Think Tank! Please support our efforts as a super heartfelt and organized group of go-getters to engage women, minority and delivery cyclists moving forward today. <https://ioby.org/project/pow-biking-public-project> Like right now. A group of friends and I have started a groundbreaking new project. It started out as the Minority Bike Coalition and just this week we decided on an official name for the group. We are now *POW!* which stands for *People On Wheels*. We aim to engage non-traditional groups in the world of cycling advocacy which include women, minorities and delivery guys. Please support our 1st funding effort on ioby <https://ioby.org/project/pow-biking-public-project> as we launch into our pilot along the Roosevelt Ave in Queens, NY. The goal is NOT to assume we know what's best, but to find out what the neighborhood thinks about its streets and find out what would make life better on Roosevelt Ave. The plan is to start in Queens, replicate our efforts in East NY, Brooklyn, share what we learn with our friends and advocates from around the USA at the National Bike Summit in 2013 and encourage both local and national action! We notice that there is often a lot of discussion about diversity but not a ton of action. Also minorities, women, immigrants, and delivery cyclists convene in different forums than MAMILs (Middle Aged Men In Lycra). POW! <https://ioby.org/project/pow-biking-public-project> wants to share the best practices and lessons learned from our work in order to replicate on a national level. POW! began as a little idea at the 2nd National Youth Bike Summit this past winter. The Youth Bike Summit was started because of an inspiration from the 2012 National Bike Summit. So we hope to come full circle and share what we learn with everyone soon. There is a StoryTelling component in here as well as we plan on doing public photo essay display of cyclists in the target area. Please support our project on ioby<https://ioby.org/project/pow-biking-public-project>! *On SUNDAY, April 22nd all donations made up to $22 are DOUBLED for one day. That's right, free money for do-gooders! *So please set your alarms on Sunday and start Earth Day out right by showing solidarity with the silent cyclist. Our hardy and well-meaning POW! core group has been and will continue to donate our blood*, sweat, tears, urban planning, and advocacy experience to this project. But we need just a few measly things to get going. Help us now. We've been really honored, humbled and dazzled by the initial outpour of support! In our first 2 days of life, POW! <https://ioby.org/project/pow-biking-public-project>has gotten encouragement and support from awesome folks at Recycle-A-Bicycle, the National Youth Bike Summit, the DOT, Streetsblog, Transportation Alternatives, Boogie Down Rides, Local Spokes, Velo City, Film Biz Recycling and Built It Green! The west coast and Northhampton, Mass have been donating to the project and cheering us on too. We even got a news mention! Here it is again! Remember,* please donate this Sunday, April 22nd !! All Donations Doubled up to $22!* *https://ioby.org/project/pow-biking-public-project*<https://ioby.org/project/pow-biking-public-project> We were just born on Facebook and Twitter too! You can comment about what cute newborns and like, befriend us here: https://www.facebook.com/POWPeopleOnWheels https://twitter.com/#!/POW_bike In solidarity, Helen *No blood or tears have actually been shed yet. It is actually a really awesome, friendly, good looking, and productive group of do-gooders here. If you'd like to find out more or join us, you can contact me at helenshirley(a)gmail.com. -- Helen is trying to change the face of bicycling advocacy. Please donate to her ioby project! POW! pow!<https://ioby.org/project/pow-biking-public-project> FB <https://www.facebook.com/POWPeopleOnWheels> @POW_bike

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Liability Insurance/Ontario, Canada
by Eric Montgomery 19 Apr '12

19 Apr '12

www.brockvillebikeministry.com is looking for insurance here in ontario, canada. Pease visit our site. What we are trying to do is provide our youth of Brockville, Ontario, Canada with a donated, powder coated used bicycle that they assemble themselves. We instruct and work with the youth for one week in the summer to build their own bike, which includes Police services coming in at the end of the week to provide, rules of the road and to licence each youths bike. The youth leaves with a licenced bike that they assembled, complete with front/back lights, reflectors, bell and a chain and lock, new helmet. This is completely free due to donations and a federal grant to any youth between ten and twenty years old in brockville and area. We have a unfirm quote of Five thousand dollars just for liability only. Please ask any questions as we have church space available to accomidate eight ten youth and volunteer helpers for each week during this coming summer. Eric Montgomery Kelly Potvin Brockville Bike Ministry Brockville, Ontario, Canada

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clean up!
by Angel York 17 Apr '12

17 Apr '12

The L.A. Bike Kitchen invented this song (and said I could share it with y'all) and the Bikerowave introduced me to it and passed it along. I would love to see a video to go with this song.

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bike!bike! registration underway
by allison karow 12 Apr '12

12 Apr '12

Hi everyone! Some of you have already registered, hooray! If you are coming to bike!bike! this year in Vancouver, please register ASAP so we can start workshopping with the workshop leaders to strategize our strategies for strategic workshops. woooo! http://www.bikebike.org/register-2/ sunny

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Job opening: Shop Manager, The Bike Project of Urbana-Champaign
by Phil Graff 12 Apr '12

12 Apr '12

The Bike Project of Urbana-Champaign is hiring! For more information and application instructions, go to http://www.thebikeproject.org/manager-job-2012/. We're taking applications through April 20. Thanks! Phil Graff Volunteer, The Bike Project The Bike Project of Urbana-Champaign Campus Shop Manager Position Description Date Posted: April 4, 2012 Position: Shop Manager Organization: The Bike Project of Urbana-Champaign Start Date: May 14 – July 1, 2012 negotiable (earlier preferred) Duration: One year (renewable annually) Location: Champaign-Urbana, IL The Shop Manager will oversee operations and volunteers in a teaching, do-it-yourself bicycle repair shop. This position includes outreach and expansion of organizational presence on a University campus and in the surrounding community. This position exists to provide training, guidance and technical support in all areas pertaining to the operation of the shop. The Shop Manager will organize volunteers to implement daily operation of the bike shop; coordinate shop business operations and volunteer staff; take responsibility for maintaining inventory, equipment and supplies. The position is located at the Campus Bike Project (one of The Bike Project’s two locations) which is located on the campus of the University of Illinois at Urbana-Champaign. The Bike Project of Urbana-Champaign (www.thebikeproject.org) offers space, tools, and community to repair bikes, share knowledge, hold classes, and advocate for bikes in Urbana-Champaign. As an organization, we collaborate with community sustainability organizations, bike shops, and bicycle advocates to promote bicycle education including mechanical proficiency, commuter safety, and environmental awareness. The Shop Manager will play a vital role in nurturing these connections as well as acting as a liaison with various departments of the University of Illinois. Minimum Qualifications 1. Bachelor’s degree or higher 2. One full year experience working at least half time in a managerial or leadership role of a business, non-profit, non-governmental organization, cooperative or equivalent 3. Passion for bikes and bicycling as transportation Salary and Benefits: A total fund of $39,500/year will be used to pay salary and to purchase any benefits independently if needed (for example: $35,000 for salary, $4,500 to purchase benefits). Employee will also receive unlimited access to city transit network with University ID card.

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reminder about bici bici california
by Vincenzo loco 11 Apr '12

11 Apr '12

The Bikerowave in Los Angeles will be hosting bici bici April 13-15th. This is a chance for California co-ops to get together and talk about each other's experiences and find ways to help each other out more. Also we will be enjoying CicLAvia while you're here. If interested please join the google group and state your interest. http://groups.google.com/group/bicibici2012 Enzo Board Secretary Bikerowave Co-op

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Tool Theft
by MoBo Bicycle Co-op 09 Apr '12

09 Apr '12

Hi Collective Brilliance! At MoBo, we were wondering how other bike co-ops cut down on tool theft. We check out a collection of tools to members which they sign in and out. These tools are reviewed at check in and out but that hasn't seemed to prevent tool theft. We aren't talking tire levers here; we are talking wheel dishing tools, truing stand and cone wrenches. We have turned the place upside down thinking they were misplaced but in most cases, they are gone. (Yes, even the truing stand). What have other bike co-ops done when they've encountered potential tool theft? What measures have you taken to stop it? Thanks in advance! Ellie Nava-Jones -- MoBo Bicycle Cooperative a project of The Village Green Foundation 1415 Knowlton St. Cincinnati, OH www.mobobicyclecoop.org

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Lots and lots of cheap helmets, please!
by Jody Orlovick 09 Apr '12

09 Apr '12

All, We have historically ordered helmets in bulk for bikeathons, bike camp, etc from Helmets R Us, but we’re looking to drive the price even lower this year, as we’re sharing our budget with other outlets. Does anyone know of a helmet donor, or another outlet that provide? Our quantity is roughly 200, so we get dinged pretty largely on shipping costs as well. Suggestions appreciated!! Thanks!

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Bike Storage
by Tim Buckingham 06 Apr '12

06 Apr '12

We are expanding the Broke Spoke Community Bike Shop from 500 sqft to a 2,500sqft space with 15 ft ceilings. It our current space we have rows of hooks on the wall and just hang the bikes from the wheel. What are other ways folks are storing bikes? Send photos if you can. Tim thebrokespoke.org

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Community Cycles in Action - March 31, 2012
by Rich Points 04 Apr '12

04 Apr '12

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=NtK1fF_l4_c&feature=channel -- Rich Points Community Cycles Executive Director http://CommunityCycles.org Rich(a)CommunityCycles.org 720-565-6019 (W) 303-589-0597 (C) CC is Boulder's only bike shop dedicated to bike commuting. Find us on FaceBook http://facebook.com/home.php#!/CommunityCycles Volunteer orientations are held 6p.m. on the 4th Wednesday of each month.

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Any one in Ohio need a software grant?
by momoko saunders 03 Apr '12

03 Apr '12

I have a dream of attaining a software that is specifically designed for bike collectives. A software building company in Ohio has a grant for 100,000 of software design to a non-profit. http://edgecase.com/nonprofit If any Ohio bike collective wants to work on this, I'd be very interested in helping. -Momoko

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Chicago cycling exhibit including bike coops
by Paul Nagel 02 Apr '12

02 Apr '12

Hello, Last week, an exhibit entitled "Bikes! The Green Revolution" opened at the Peggy Notebaert Nature Museum in Chicago, a fairly large museum that attracted around 300,000 visitors last year. From what I've seen and heard, it's well done (I'm in California and haven't seen it in person). I've read that Alex Wilson of Chicago's West Town Bikes (http://westtownbikes.org/) provided a great deal of input for the exhibit's development. In addition to touching on the history and culture of cycling, bike commuting, and other aspects, the exhibit includes hands-on learning bike mechanic stuff. To quote from a blogger (John Greenfield) who visited the exhibit: "The model bike shop highlights the work of local nonprofits like World Bicycle Relief, Working Bikes Cooperative and Project Mobility, which provides adaptive bikes to people with disabilities, and has how-to videos featuring mechanics from West Town, Blue City Cycles and more" I co-curated a companion art exhibit entitled "Monsters on Bikes!" with Monster Kat of Los Angeles. Although only about a third of the art is on display at the museum at this time, all of the art can be seen on Kat's website here: http://monstersonbikes.weebly.com . Thought this might be of interest to many of you on this list. The exhibit is scheduled to run through September 9th. Some links below. Museum website: http://naturemuseum.org Local FOX TV station spot: http://www.myfoxchicago.com/dpp/news/metro/bicycle-bike-exhibit-peggy-noteb… Blogs/etc.: http://www.thechainlink.org/forum/topics/are-you-featured-in-the-nature-mus… http://gridchicago.com/2012/a-sneak-preview-of-the-bikes-the-green-revoluti… http://chicargobike.blogspot.com/2012/03/bikes-green-revolution-at-notebaer… -Paul Nagel The Bicycle Tree P.O. Box 11293 Santa Ana, CA 92711 http://www.thebicycletree.org info(a)thebicycletree.org

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Re: [TheThinkTank] [cooks] Fwd: Bicycling magazine: 50 Rides story
by james bledsoe 28 Mar '12

28 Mar '12

Hi Evelyn, You have reached the Bicycle Kitchen We are community service promoting bicycles as a better way to get around the recreation and sport is secondary. If bicycling magazine did a profile of our type of organization that would be supper. There is a "clearing house" of sorts www.bikecollectives.org/ where one can find links in the directory to hundreds of organizations like the Bicycle Kitchen. Now on to your question, Again there is something going on in Los Angeles know as http://midnightridazz.com/ . On this web site you will find social rides listed for every night of the year some times as many as three or four. The type of rides are diverse ranging from strictly slow paced social events to the wolfpac hustle, a weekly fast ride. Check out these two aspects contemporary cycling. While they may not fit completely with your current project they are truly powerful aspects of modern bicycling. thanks jim --- On Mon, 3/26/12, Hazel Hartman <hazel.hair(a)gmail.com> wrote: From: Hazel Hartman <hazel.hair(a)gmail.com> Subject: [cooks] Fwd: Bicycling magazine: 50 Rides story To: "cooks" <kitchen-cooks(a)bicyclekitchen.com> Date: Monday, March 26, 2012, 3:18 PM Hello, I will forward your request to our volunteers! Thanks and good luck Hazel Begin forwarded message: From: Evelyn Spence <evspence(a)gmail.com> Date: March 26, 2012 9:26:54 AM PDT To: undisclosed-recipients:; Subject: Bicycling magazine: 50 Rides story Hello there! My name is Evelyn Spence, and I'm a freelance writer for Bicycling magazine. We're working on a big story for an upcoming issue: We'd like to choose the best bike ride in each of the 50 states. Yes, it's impossible to pick just one, but we're trying to figure out classic rides all across the country....and we thought that local bike shops would be a great way to start. And, of course, your shop might get a shout-out in the magazine. Basically, if you could recommend ONE ride in your state, what would it be? We are open to all suggestions, but the majority of the routes will be road rides for an aspiring/enthusiastic, not insanely hardcore, cyclist. We're open to some mountain biking if that's the ultimate experience in your state--and, similarly, we're open to a beach cruise or urban ride if that captures your state the best. Also, we'd like unorganized routes rather than timed/official "events" if possible. If you could include a short description of what the route is like or why it deserves to be The One, that will really help us make our final decision. Please forward to anyone who might be interested in helping! And thanks for your suggestions. Best, Evelyn -- Evelyn Spence • evspence(a)gmail.com -----Inline Attachment Follows----- _______________________________________________ Kitchen-cooks mailing list Kitchen-cooks(a)bicyclekitchen.com http://four.pairlist.net/mailman/listinfo/kitchen-cooks

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Re: [TheThinkTank] Bike Film
by Karen Overton 25 Mar '12

25 Mar '12

Beijing bicycle is a great film. It has sub titles. It does a great job of portraying what a bicycle means to young people from different walks of life in China and how a conflict was solved creatively. On Mar 22, 2012 12:39 PM, "Amanda Chilson" <achilson(a)nbccoalition.org> wrote: > As we continue to plan out our bike week we are in search of good bike > documentaries, films or shorts, any suggestions? We are really trying to > emphasize bike commuting., but open for any and all suggestions. Thank you! > > -- > *Amanda Chilson* > *Project Coordinator Mass in Motion* > *Northern Berkshire Community Coalition* > * > * > *61 Main St. Suite 218* > *North Adams, MA 01247* > *413-663-7588 Ext. 16* > *nbccoalition.org* > > > _______________________________________________ > Thethinktank mailing list > Thethinktank(a)lists.bikecollectives.org > To unsubscribe, send a blank email to > TheThinkTank-leave(a)bikecollectives.org > To manage your subscription, plase visit: > > http://lists.bikecollectives.org/listinfo.cgi/thethinktank-bikecollectives.… > >

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Community-Research Projects
by Katherine McIlveen-Brown 24 Mar '12

24 Mar '12

Hi All, New to the list serve, just wanted to introduce myself! I work for an organization called Charlie's FreeWheels (charliesfreewheels.ca). We're a youth-group based in Toronto. We're hoping do do a community-participatory research project this summer to try to identify barriers that limit youth from cycling in Toronto. We're thinking of having a video documentary component to the project, as well as a participatory mapping exercise. Has anyone had any experience with this type of thing before? Thanks! Katherine

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Re: [TheThinkTank] Community-Research Projects
by christopher＠holisticcycles.com 23 Mar '12

23 Mar '12

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Bike Film
by Amanda Chilson 22 Mar '12

22 Mar '12

As we continue to plan out our bike week we are in search of good bike documentaries, films or shorts, any suggestions? We are really trying to emphasize bike commuting., but open for any and all suggestions. Thank you! -- *Amanda Chilson* *Project Coordinator Mass in Motion* *Northern Berkshire Community Coalition* * * *61 Main St. Suite 218* *North Adams, MA 01247* *413-663-7588 Ext. 16* *nbccoalition.org*

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Partnering with public housing
by Micah Thompson 22 Mar '12

22 Mar '12

Does anyone have any experience working with public housing? We were approached to coordinate programming around increasing ridership among public housing patrons. I appreciate any advice that you may be able to offer. Sincerely, Micah Thompson -- Micah Thompson LCI #3275 Youth Programs Coordinator Cycles for Change neé (Sibley Bike Depot) 712 University Ave W, St. Paul, Mn 55104 651-222-2080 419-601-3189 (cell phone) Cycles for Change's mission is to be an open, accessible space to educate and empower people to use bicycles as transportation, helping to build a sustainable environment and community. Volunteer with us to help build a bicycling movement in the Twin Cities!

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new spring video trailer from TBR
by Andrew L 21 Mar '12

21 Mar '12

happy spring everyone! hope to see you soon. http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=V44jpfHlK54 ------ STAY IN TOUCH! TBR on facebook: http://www.facebook.com/troybikerescue want to follow TBR on twitter? https://twitter.com/#!/TroyBikeRescue new hours on website: http://troybikerescue.org/spaces

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Community Cycles is Hiring a Shop Manager - Boulder Colorado
by Rich 17 Mar '12

17 Mar '12

http://communitycycles.org/component/content/article/49-events/507-shop-man… *Position Title: Community Bike Shop Manager * *Responsibility Statement * The Community Cycles Shop Manager oversees the day-to-day logistics and quality control of the community bike shop. The position is responsible for volunteer, customer and client management, retail sales and inventory. *Reports To*: Executive Director *Essential Functions* *Shop Operations* * Manage, train and develop team of facilitators (high level volunteers). * Support the EAB program with bikes and other shop resources * Along with volunteers, ensure the shop is maintained in a clean, safe manner at all times. * Ensure adequate coverage of all shop positions and shifts to ensure consistent service throughout stated shop hours. * Recruit and help train dedicated volunteers as shop leads and front desk volunteers. * Oversee initial store construction and ongoing maintenance of retail space * Ensure completion and quality of work done; ensure that all phone calls, requests, and questions are addressed properly and in a timely manner. *Administration* * Maintain, organize, and update office files and records. * File invoices, statements, timesheets, and fiscal reports in an organized fashion. * Maintain Operations Metrics Report. * Prepare and submit monthly reports and problems/suggestions to the Executive Director. * Implements procedures to protect the shop's assets. * Ensure retail space is stocked and in an organized, clean state at all times. * Ensure shop van is in running order at all times. *Retail* * Responsible for achieving Retail Sales and Gross Margin targets. * Conduct price surveys to keep price book and service menu up-to-date and maintain pricing inventory knowledge. * Responsible for Retail merchandising and marketing. * Ensure parts and materials are stocked at all times. * Work with Head Mechanic to place orders with vendors for both stock and special orders. * Develop and maintain strict inventory control; inventory to be taken once per quarter. * Ensure retail space is stocked and in an organized, clean state at all times. *Experience/Education* * Non-profit experience preferred * Minimum two years retail experience required * Minimum one year management experience preferred * Minimum one year formal supervision of staff and/or volunteers * Bike shop experience preferred * Experience with marketing and retail merchandising preferred * Current knowledge of a wide variety of bike types, accessories, tools, etc. *Supervision *Daily supervision of paid mechanics and other employees Daily supervision of clients, volunteers and interns *Knowledge, Skills, Abilities* * Advanced supervisory and management skills * Basic understanding of volunteer coordination * Proficiency in windows-based computer software programs * Solid oral and written communication skills. * Experience with budget tracking, cash handling and inventory control * Ability to plan, coordinate, and implement classes and workshops * English/Spanish bilingual preferred *Equipment* * Personal Computer * Cell Phone *Physical Effort Required* * Regular lifting of 50+ pounds * Ability to climb ladders and stairs. *Compensation *The Community Cycles bike shop manager is a full time position, compensation is $13-$15 per hour based on experience. Benefits - Eco Pass, no other benefits, at this time. *TO APPLY FOR THIS POSITION* If you would like to apply for this position please copy and paste your resume into the body of an email /and/ attach it as a pdf to an email to resume "at" communitycycles.org *Resumes will be accepted through March 23* -- Rich Points Community Cycles Executive Director http://CommunityCycles.org Rich(a)CommunityCycles.org 720-565-6019 (W) 303-589-0597 (C) CC is Boulder's only bike shop dedicated to bike commuting. Find us on FaceBook http://facebook.com/home.php#!/CommunityCycles Volunteer orientations are held 6p.m. on the 4th Wednesday of each month.

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Community Cycles is Hiring a Shop Manager - Boulder Colorado
by Rich 17 Mar '12

17 Mar '12

http://communitycycles.org/component/content/article/49-events/507-shop-man… *Position Title: Community Bike Shop Manager * *Responsibility Statement * The Community Cycles Shop Manager oversees the day-to-day logistics and quality control of the community bike shop. The position is responsible for volunteer, customer and client management, retail sales and inventory. *Reports To*: Executive Director *Essential Functions* *Shop Operations* * Manage, train and develop team of facilitators (high level volunteers). * Support the EAB program with bikes and other shop resources * Along with volunteers, ensure the shop is maintained in a clean, safe manner at all times. * Ensure adequate coverage of all shop positions and shifts to ensure consistent service throughout stated shop hours. * Recruit and help train dedicated volunteers as shop leads and front desk volunteers. * Oversee initial store construction and ongoing maintenance of retail space * Ensure completion and quality of work done; ensure that all phone calls, requests, and questions are addressed properly and in a timely manner. *Administration* * Maintain, organize, and update office files and records. * File invoices, statements, timesheets, and fiscal reports in an organized fashion. * Maintain Operations Metrics Report. * Prepare and submit monthly reports and problems/suggestions to the Executive Director. * Implements procedures to protect the shop's assets. * Ensure retail space is stocked and in an organized, clean state at all times. * Ensure shop van is in running order at all times. *Retail* * Responsible for achieving Retail Sales and Gross Margin targets. * Conduct price surveys to keep price book and service menu up-to-date and maintain pricing inventory knowledge. * Responsible for Retail merchandising and marketing. * Ensure parts and materials are stocked at all times. * Work with Head Mechanic to place orders with vendors for both stock and special orders. * Develop and maintain strict inventory control; inventory to be taken once per quarter. * Ensure retail space is stocked and in an organized, clean state at all times. *Experience/Education* * Non-profit experience preferred * Minimum two years retail experience required * Minimum one year management experience preferred * Minimum one year formal supervision of staff and/or volunteers * Bike shop experience preferred * Experience with marketing and retail merchandising preferred * Current knowledge of a wide variety of bike types, accessories, tools, etc. *Supervision *Daily supervision of paid mechanics and other employees Daily supervision of clients, volunteers and interns *Knowledge, Skills, Abilities* * Advanced supervisory and management skills * Basic understanding of volunteer coordination * Proficiency in windows-based computer software programs * Solid oral and written communication skills. * Experience with budget tracking, cash handling and inventory control * Ability to plan, coordinate, and implement classes and workshops * English/Spanish bilingual preferred *Equipment* * Personal Computer * Cell Phone *Physical Effort Required* * Regular lifting of 50+ pounds * Ability to climb ladders and stairs. *Compensation *The Community Cycles bike shop manager is a full time position, compensation is $13-$15 per hour based on experience. Benefits - Eco Pass, no other benefits, at this time. *TO APPLY FOR THIS POSITION* If you would like to apply for this position please copy and paste your resume into the body of an email /and/ attach it as a pdf to an email to resume "at" communitycycles.org *Resumes will be accepted through March 23* -- Rich Points Community Cycles Executive Director http://CommunityCycles.org Rich(a)CommunityCycles.org 720-565-6019 (W) 303-589-0597 (C) CC is Boulder's only bike shop dedicated to bike commuting. Find us on FaceBook http://facebook.com/home.php#!/CommunityCycles Volunteer orientations are held 6p.m. on the 4th Wednesday of each month.

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BFF News and Film Project
by brean＠bicyclefilmfestival.com 14 Mar '12

14 Mar '12

Dear BFF Friends We are making a movie about Paris-Roubaix 2012. You can contribute by going to our Kickstarter page, and get yourself a dvd or a book. We ask BFF fans to pass along the information (like on FaceBook) or to contribute themselves. http://www.kickstarter.com/projects/2105237365/the-commentator Time is short, but we are making a big push to try to get this funding --it is going to be a rad movie. We are also busy finalizing the BFF cities and dates. Please stay tuned. BFF Call For Entries deadline is coming soon. April 1 Check out the site for more info: http://www.bicyclefilmfestival.com/ Thank you, Brean PS --BIKES ROCK PPS --Let us know what you think about the Kickstarter, the Call for Entries, or whatever --we love feedback.

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Lube/Degreaser Storage System?
by Tegan Moss 14 Mar '12

14 Mar '12

Hi All, We seem to have an ongoing storage issue with various lubricants and oils/greases. Right now we have it all on one shelf and dispite many attempts at organization its just not working! Does anyone have a shelving/storage solution that they really love? Thanks! Tegan -- -- B!KE: The Peterborough Community Bike Shop 336 Rubidge St, Peterborough ON (705) 775-7227 communitybikeshop.org

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Quick Tool Cut-outs AKA "French Fitting"
by Ron Kellis 07 Mar '12

07 Mar '12

I don't think this will stand up to much abuse, but for some it might be handy for taking tools to an event: http://madmodder.net/index.php?topic=4770.0 Use washer stacks next to the handles to create grasp cut-outs. Recommended product is "Great Stuff" by Dow Chemical Otherwise it is layout and Forstner bits in hardboard (Masonite®), a jigsaw, filing, and a protective coating. Or Photocopies lacquered to pegboard :-) Ron

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Community Bike Shops Untie!
by Jonathan Morrison 06 Mar '12

06 Mar '12

Or was it dyslexics unite? Anyway... Community Bicycle Organizations literally get more people riding more often, which is the heart, soul and goal of Bicycle Advocacy. Making what we do the most immediate and tangible return on time and funding in the Bicycle Advocacy world. So whether we realize it or acknowledge it we are all Bicycle Advocates. The grass roots work that we have been doing has caught the attention of other Bicycle Advocates, who normally focus on infrastructure and policy. There are even Community Bike Organizations that do both. The great question is, how can traditional Bicycle Advocates better help grass roots Bicycle Advocates, and visa versa? The Alliance for Walking and Biking will be hosting a meeting at the National Bike Summit to address this question, and you are invited. We hope you attend, register here: http://communitybikeshops.eventbrite.com This is a very exciting time, ripe with potential, especially given the combined efforts of the Alliance, Bikes Belong and the League of American Bicyclists. http://www.peoplepoweredmovement.org/site/index.php/site/blog/4002/ See you in D.C.! Sincerely, Jonathan Morrison Executive Director Salt Lake City Bicycle Collective 2312 S. West Temple Salt Lake City, UT 84115 w: 801-328-2453 c: 801-688-0183 f: 801-466-3856 www.slcbikecollective.org The mission of the Salt Lake City Bicycle Collective is to promote cycling as an effective and sustainable form of transportation and as a cornerstone of a cleaner, healthier, and safer society. The Bicycle Collective provides refurbished bicycles and educational programs to the community, focusing on children and lower income households.

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60 degrees and sunny today!
by Jonathan Morrison 05 Mar '12

05 Mar '12

Come down to the Community Bike Shop anytime today and help us dig! We are replacing the broken up black top with recycled bricks, which means we need your help removing dirt and replacing it with bedding sand. Sincerely, Jonathan Morrison Executive Director Salt Lake City Bicycle Collective 2312 S. West Temple Salt Lake City, UT 84115 w: 801-328-2453 c: 801-688-0183 f: 801-466-3856 www.slcbikecollective.org The mission of the Salt Lake City Bicycle Collective is to promote cycling as an effective and sustainable form of transportation and as a cornerstone of a cleaner, healthier, and safer society. The Bicycle Collective provides refurbished bicycles and educational programs to the community, focusing on children and lower income households.

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Bike Events for National Bike Month
by Amanda Chilson 01 Mar '12

01 Mar '12

Here in North Adams, MA we have created the Berkshire Bike Committee and we are in the process of organizing bike week from May 13-19, coinciding with the Commonwealth bike week. We are looking to promote bike safety and education in the school and are looking to team up with Safe Routes to School through Mass DOT for this, to bring this into classroom, there are many people that have said we need more time in order to plan a bike to school day than we have now, and that many schools will not be on board for this. Has anyone had to work with schools that were against biking to school, if so what are some tips to break this barrier? Also ideas to include bike safety and education and activities around bikes in schools? To conclude the week we are going to have a bikefest, including bike rodeo, are there any other ideas out there that we could include on this day for kids, adults and/or families? We have a central location where we will be gathering for this and would like to keep activities in this area. We have talked to local businesses for incentives for biking. Any ideas for donations/grants for bikes, helmets, or bike related items? Also open to ideas others have done around bike week, bike to school/work day, and bike month? Thank you for the help! -- *Amanda Chilson* *Project Coordinator Mass in Motion* *Northern Berkshire Community Coalition** *61 Main St. Suite 218* *North Adams, MA 01247* *413-663-7588 Ext. 14* *nbccoalition.org*

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Bike Culture & Conferences
by Ryan Kragerud 28 Feb '12

28 Feb '12

Thanks all for the info on the Volunteer scheduling software/websites. Super helpful. Bicycle Longmont (www.bicyclelongmont.org or www.longmontbikenight.blogspot.com ) has an annual fundraiser cruiser ride called "The G'Knight Ride", (www.gknightride.org) the G'Knight Ride is a family friendly cruiser ride that drew 1200 people in our first year. We've claimed Father's Day weekend for the ride, and it's a good sell - Bikes, Bands & Beer. It goes over well. We are launching our Longmont Bike Garage this year and so much of our proceeds will go toward that endeavor as well as our Kid's Holiday Bike Program where we donate refurbished/donated bikes to low income families. Anyway, this year we want to add an educational component to it and so we're planning a bike focused "conference". I don't like the word "conference" but, that's what it is. We're looking for a keynote speaker and ideas for workshops. Who are some of the really cool speakers you've heard and what are some of the best workshops/sessions you've attended. We're taking referrals for indie bands too. We're up to our eyeballs in blue grass. Not that there's anything wrong with blue grass, mind you. Thanks! Ryan

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Space Rental Advice
by michael kestner 28 Feb '12

28 Feb '12

Hello all, I am new to the list. My name is Mike. I'm looking to get a bike kitchen up and running in my community. For now I am going to fly under the radar as far as taxes and such although that could change once we are a little more organized. My question is this: in searching for a space, does anyone have any advice or maybe some tips to get rent reduced or maybe comped? This sort of thing is new to me so I'm not real sure where to start. I've been working out of my garage but the location is less than ideal to serve those that really could benefit from it. Thank You, Mike

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Online Volunteer Scheduling?
by Ryan Kragerud 28 Feb '12

28 Feb '12

Is anyone using an online scheduling service for volunteer sign ups? Bicycle Longmont (Colorado) has a very successful Bike Valet service. We have a growing number of volunteers willing to help us with our 24 week season and our current meet-up page isn't cutting it any longer. The preferred online website/etc. would allow us to have a volunteer sign up plus allow us to organize rides & events plus message all members, too. Anyone have any options locations or modules we could plug in to our website? Thanks, Ryan Kragerud, President Bicycle Longmont

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advice for space if you are just starting out
by ghetti crowe 28 Feb '12

28 Feb '12

Bicycling in Greensboro (NC) has no paid staff but we run a program where we give socioeconomically disadvantaged individuals rehabbed bicycles. We get them from the Police and college campuses (via our 5013c status). We have a cadre of volunteers that fix up the bicycles and then, those folks getting the bicycles have to take two classes before getting their bicycles. The first is in the classroom and we use LAB certified folks to talk about safe cycling. The second session individuals learn how to change a tire, adjust things on the bicycles and then we take them on a ride around town on the road to practice safe cycling. We take them by the bus depot so that they can see how easy it is to put the bicycle on/off the bicycle. We do not have funds for our own space BUT GSO is home to the Interactive Resource Center, a "one stop shop" for individuals who need help finding housing, jobs etc. They had unused warehouse space that we use. We store tools etc in locked desks and pull everything out when we work on bicycles 1x a month. There is enough space there to spread bicycles out so that we do not have to stack them up on top of each other. Prior to having this great space we had a storage facility donate a 8*10 foot storage shed to us.

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Fwd: World Map of bike co-ops
by Christine Bourgeois 23 Feb '12

23 Feb '12

Hi all, My friend Julien from Paris sent me the world Map of bike co-ops posted on the French website. Please read his message below. Thanks! -- Christine Bourgeois 805 699 6301 Education Coordinator Santa Barbara Bicycle Coalition (SBBC) Are you a SBBC member? Join us http://bicicentro.org/join ---------- Forwarded message ---------- From: Julien Allaire <julien.allaire(a)heureux-cyclage.org> *The World (open street) map of Bike co-ops now avaliable **online**:* http://www.heureux-cyclage.org/Les-ateliers-velo-dans-le-monde.html As you know in France, we created a network of bike co-ops, and we try mutualize our capacities to enhance our activities. The website will be translated soon. But you can already reference your bike co-op on an OSM map if you can't find it on yet: http://www.heureux-cyclage.org/Referencer-un-nouvel-atelier.html It is still under construction, but soon, you could be able to use an "iframe" to put on your own website the map focusing on your city ! So please circulate those links to have as much as possible the true bike co-op world map... Thanks ! Cheers, Julien

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Re: [TheThinkTank] New National Plan to Transform Bicycling
by Jonathan Morrison 22 Feb '12

22 Feb '12

Woo hoo! Bikes Belong, Alliance for Walking and Biking and the League of American Bicyclists to combine forces... On Wed, Feb 22, 2012 at 2:10 PM, Jeff Miller <jeff(a)peoplepoweredmovement.org > wrote: > > > > We have exciting news to share with you. We have taken the initial steps > to unify three national bicycling organizations — the Alliance, the League > of American Bicyclists <http://www.bikeleague.org> and Bikes Belong<http://www.bikesbelong.org>— to create a powerful, dynamic new voice for cyclists at the local, state > and national level. > > > There are a lot of details and work ahead, but we are excited to combine > the diverse strengths of our powerful coalition of state and local > organizations with the storied national user group, and a vibrant industry > association in a way that preserves their unique attributes and realizes > the game-changing potential of a single organization. > > > I encourage you to check out the blog<http://www.peoplepoweredmovement.org/site/index.php/site/blog/4002/>we’ve just posted and review our answers to anticipated questions. Feel > free to call me personally at (202) 445-4415 or e-mail me with any > additional questions you have. > > > We will reach out to you in the coming weeks and months for your input on > how this new unified organization can best serve our movement and grow > cycling to levels we’ve previously only dreamed of. > > > Here’s to a bright future realizing the full potential of our movement. > > > Sincerely, > > Jeffrey Miller > > President/CEO > > >

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What does your organization need?
by Jonathan Morrison 21 Feb '12

21 Feb '12

What information and/or resources do you think would help your organization? The sky is the limit. Ask away, let's see what trends (and answers) develop. In trying to improve the resources on the Bike Collective Network we have been working with the Alliance for Walking and Biking, an international bicycle advocacy powerhouse that specializes, among other things, in helping organizations set and meet their goals. They recognize Community Bike Organizations as an integral part of bicycle advocacy, and they want to help us. The first step is to figure out what we need help with. So ask. :) Sincerely, Jonathan Morrison Bicycle Collective www.bicyclecollective.org 801-688-0183 cell

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Question: how is your community bike organization structured?
by Jonathan Morrison 20 Feb '12

20 Feb '12

There is more than one way to do everything so how is your community bike organization structured? Please respond! For example: Traditional 501(c)(3) non-profit with a board and executive director? 501(c)(3) non-profit where the by-laws re-allocate the powers of the "board" to a different group or people? 501(c)(3) on the books, but that is as far as it goes? For-profit? Worker owned? Consensus based? Flying under the radar? Other? Obviously the traditional non-profit route is a common one, but I would like to document other create ways that organizations can be structured on the wiki. http://www.bikecollectives.org/wiki/index.php?title=Legal_Filings#Business_… Sincerely, Jonathan Morrison Executive Director Salt Lake City Bicycle Collective 2312 S. West Temple Salt Lake City, UT 84115 w: 801-328-2453 c: 801-688-0183 f: 801-466-3856 www.slcbikecollective.org The mission of the Salt Lake City Bicycle Collective is to promote cycling as an effective and sustainable form of transportation and as a cornerstone of a cleaner, healthier, and safer society. The Bicycle Collective provides refurbished bicycles and educational programs to the community, focusing on children and lower income households.

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Any bike stands in storage out there?
by Chris Kelly 19 Feb '12

19 Feb '12

Looking for a better than consumer grade, single or dual, floor, counter or wall mount repair stand. Prefer PRS series Park, but ugly and older please, as our budget can't yet manage new and shiny. Will consider anything under $300, prefer that number include shipping to a commercial address in zip code 33701. Will give you right of first refusal if we upgrade, so if there's a piece of steel you're not using but would like to see get some use... Gosh, would my back appreciate it. Chris Kelly St Pete, FL

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Getting a location - the Ventura Bike HUB
by Greg Abille 17 Feb '12

17 Feb '12

We are just starting out. Our biggest hurdle right now is getting a place. We don't have much for rent, but do have 501 (c)(3) status. What are some successful methods and techniques to convince property owners to rent for low cost plus donation on kind in return for a tax deduction? Sent from my iPhone

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womens bike/work posters?
by Andrew L 16 Feb '12

16 Feb '12

this is a locally connected project but the call is national if there are any women designer/mechanics or folks associated with womens/trans workshops. i know they are desperate for submssions... ignore the listed deadline, and change to asap: http://www.wdiny.org/about/news/11-09-02/Seeking_Graphic_Posters.aspx andrew TBR

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Re: [TheThinkTank] Recycle-A-Bicycle is Hiring!
by christopher＠holisticcycles.com 16 Feb '12

16 Feb '12

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Recycle-A-Bicycle is Hiring!
by Pasqualina Azzarello 15 Feb '12

15 Feb '12

Hi Everyone, Recycle-A-Bicycle is hiring a full-time Development Director. The job description can be found here: http://www.idealist.org/view/job/8JNB33z7xpFP/ and more information about our organization can be found on our website: http://www.recycleabicycle.orgPlease feel free to share! Thank you! Best, Pasqualina -- Pasqualina Azzarello Executive Director Recycle-A-Bicycle Ph: 718-858-2972 Fax: 718-858-6201 http://www.recycleabicycle.org

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Rotary Clubs
by Andrew L 15 Feb '12

15 Feb '12

thanks for all the helmet feedback! anyone work with Rotary clubs and have any good or bad feedback? particularly interested in any critiques out there? any drawbacks. it was recommend i go and speak and begin talking to a local club, i guess with the end goal of them giving money? so just putting out a feeler. thanks Andrew Troy Bike Rescue --

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Recycle-A-Bicycle is Hiring!
by Pasqualina Azzarello 15 Feb '12

15 Feb '12

Hi Everyone, Recycle-A-Bicycle is hiring a full-time Development Director. The job description is attached below and can be found here: http://www.idealist.org/view/job/8JNB33z7xpFP/ More information about our organization can be found on our website: http://www.recycleabicycle.orgPlease feel free to be in touch with any questions and please also feel free to share! Thank you! Best regards, Pasqualina -- Pasqualina Azzarello Executive Director Recycle-A-Bicycle Ph: 718-858-2972 Fax: 718-858-6201 http://www.recycleabicycle.org

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helmet$
by Andrew L 14 Feb '12

14 Feb '12

does anyone out there purchase wholesale helmets? we are looking into some funding opportunities (basically trying to get local corporations that give small grants) specifically for buying helmets for low-income kids who work in our 'youth shop'. thinking that bike/skate helmets might be slightly more popular. any suggestions for manufacturers/distributors, etc?? thanks! Andrew Lynn Troy Bike Rescue -- -- andrew lynn 518-573-7947

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Bike to Work Week
by Reno Bikes 13 Feb '12

13 Feb '12

Does anyone run any Bike-To-Work Week programs in their town? We are curious what other people are doing? In Reno the Truckee Meadows Bicycle Alliance do a corporate challenge and commuter coffee arrangement that gives free coffee to people who ride. Noah -- Wed-Fri 11am-6pm Sat 10am-4pm 541 E. 4th Street. Reno, NV 89512 775.323.4488 donate via paypal: http://www.renobikeproject.com/index.php/donate/ Follow us on Flickr: http://www.flickr.com/photos/renobikeproject/ Please let us know if you would like to unsubscribe to our email list.

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Experience buying your own property for a community bike project
by Doug 13 Feb '12

13 Feb '12

The Fort Collins Bike Co-op is considering starting a capital fundraising campaign to raise money toward the purchase of our own permanent location. Like many community shops we have bounced around every couple years trying to find inexpensive or free rent. Our present location is currently slated for development into student housing, so our days are numbered there. Moving and then reorganizing consumes alot of our volunteer bandwidth and makes it more difficult for our customers to find us. If your organization has run a fundraising campaign please share any advice and I'll put your name on a list to contact with more specific questions as we proceed. Thank you in advance, Doug Cutter President Fort Collins Bike Co-op

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Experience buying your own property for a community bike project
by tito sands 13 Feb '12

13 Feb '12

sopo is going through a similar process. still making decisions though, ownership is not definite. hit us up, we like the idea of getting a conversation going. tito @ Fallen.Arrows Direct to Garment Printing Services 840 Dekalb Ave Suite C Atlanta, Ga 30307 work. 404.635.6367 www.fallenarrows.com Fallen Arrows Print and Design is a custom order no-minimum-necessary print shop in Atlanta, Georgia that is dedicated to building a creative community. On Mon, Feb 13, 2012 at 11:17 AM, < 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. Re: Durable Spray Bottles Do they Exist? (R Points) > 2. Re: Bike to Work Week (R Points) > 3. Experience buying your own property for a community bike > project (Doug) > 4. Re: Experience buying your own property for a community bike > project (Campus Bike Project) > > > ---------------------------------------------------------------------- > > Message: 1 > Date: Mon, 13 Feb 2012 08:20:31 -0700 > From: R Points <poster(a)richpoints.com> > To: thethinktank(a)lists.bikecollectives.org > Subject: Re: [TheThinkTank] Durable Spray Bottles Do they Exist? > Message-ID: <4F392A3F.7050505(a)richpoints.com> > Content-Type: text/plain; charset="iso-8859-1"; Format="flowed" > > Awesome! We'll definitely give these a try. > > Ride On! > Rich > > On 2/1/2012 5:58 PM, Chris Chan wrote: > > The non-community (but still non-profit) bike shop I work at uses > > these, filled with Simple Green: > > > https://shoponline.wurthusa.com/wurthusa/servlet/CyberVendor/category/G3438… > > > > > > The bottles are pressurized with the built-in pump on top. The benefit > > is that you just pull and hold the trigger to spray, instead of > > repeatedly pumping the trigger, so the trigger mechanism lasts much > > longer. They're fantastic to use (no carpal tunnel!), and you can > > spray for a long time before you have to re-pump to top up the pressure. > > > > > > Not sure how they'd stand up in community bike shop use. Possibly not > > that well since patrons might get confused by the pump and the lever > > and just start reefing on everything. But they're built to withstand > > commercial use (much moreso than stuff you buy from Home Depot). > > > > On Wed, Feb 1, 2012 at 8:57 AM, Andrew Hibma <andrewhibma(a)gmail.com > > <mailto:andrewhibma@gmail.com>> wrote: > > > > We use citro-cycle degreaser in the spray bottle and then refill > > them from bulk bottles. The bottles have lasted at least a year > > and we water down the degreaser because it is initially too > > strong. It seems to be the best option that we have come across. > > > > Andrew > > New Hope Bike Co-op > > Hamilton, On > > > > On Feb 1, 2012 10:44 AM, "Rich Points" <rich(a)communitycycles.org > > <mailto:rich@communitycycles.org>> wrote: > > > > Hey All, > > Over the years I have purchased dozens of plastic spray > > bottles for Community Cycles, we use the for degreaser. I've > > found a variety of different models with small differences but > > the one thing they have in common is they suck. They tend to > > last 4-6 weeks and then become unfix-able garbage. > > > > Does anyone know of something strong and durable? > > > > > http://www.americanprintingequipment.com/ProductImages/spray%20bottle.jpg > > > > Thx > > > > -- > > Rich Points > > Community Cycles Executive Director > > http://CommunityCycles.org > > Rich(a)CommunityCycles.org > > 720-565-6019 <tel:720-565-6019> (W) > > 303-589-0597 <tel:303-589-0597> (C) > > > > CC is Boulder's only bike shop dedicated to bike commuting. > > Find us on FaceBook > > http://facebook.com/home.php#!/CommunityCycles > > <http://facebook.com/home.php#%21/CommunityCycles> > > Volunteer orientations are held 6p.m. on the 4th Wednesday of > > each month. > > > > _______________________________________________ > > Thethinktank mailing list > > Thethinktank(a)lists.bikecollectives.org > > <mailto:Thethinktank@lists.bikecollectives.org> > > To unsubscribe, send a blank email to > > TheThinkTank-leave(a)bikecollectives.org > > <mailto:TheThinkTank-leave@bikecollectives.org> > > To manage your subscription, plase visit: > > > http://lists.bikecollectives.org/listinfo.cgi/thethinktank-bikecollectives.… > > > > > > _______________________________________________ > > Thethinktank mailing list > > Thethinktank(a)lists.bikecollectives.org > > <mailto:Thethinktank@lists.bikecollectives.org> > > To unsubscribe, send a blank email to > > TheThinkTank-leave(a)bikecollectives.org > > <mailto:TheThinkTank-leave@bikecollectives.org> > > To manage your subscription, plase visit: > > > http://lists.bikecollectives.org/listinfo.cgi/thethinktank-bikecollectives.… > > > > > > > > > > _______________________________________________ > > Thethinktank mailing list > > Thethinktank(a)lists.bikecollectives.org > > To unsubscribe, send a blank email to > TheThinkTank-leave(a)bikecollectives.org > > To manage your subscription, plase visit: > > > http://lists.bikecollectives.org/listinfo.cgi/thethinktank-bikecollectives.… >

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Durable Spray Bottles Do they Exist?
by Rich Points 13 Feb '12

13 Feb '12

Hey All, Over the years I have purchased dozens of plastic spray bottles for Community Cycles, we use the for degreaser. I've found a variety of different models with small differences but the one thing they have in common is they suck. They tend to last 4-6 weeks and then become unfix-able garbage. Does anyone know of something strong and durable? http://www.americanprintingequipment.com/ProductImages/spray%20bottle.jpg Thx -- Rich Points Community Cycles Executive Director http://CommunityCycles.org Rich(a)CommunityCycles.org 720-565-6019 (W) 303-589-0597 (C) CC is Boulder's only bike shop dedicated to bike commuting. Find us on FaceBook http://facebook.com/home.php#!/CommunityCycles Volunteer orientations are held 6p.m. on the 4th Wednesday of each month.

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Bike Recycle Vermont Hiring (Burlington, VT)
by Christine Hill 10 Feb '12

10 Feb '12

Bike Recycle Vermont is looking for a program manager to oversee shop operations, maintain and develop programs, and make the world a better place through bicycles! Check out the job description here: http://www.localmotion.org/about/jobs/1612-job-opportunity-brv-program-mana… We're inviting people for interviews next week, so get your applications in soon! If you have any questions about us, don't hesitate to shoot me an email or give me a call, I'd be happy to talk to you. I've sent this twice to the listserve but it's not appearing. Sorry if it is a duplicate! -- *Christine Hill, Americorps*State Bike Recycle Vermont/Local Motion w: 802.264.9687 c: 339.223.0722* www.localmotion.org/brv <http://www.localmotion.org/programs/bikerecycle> *"When I see an adult on a bicycle, I do not despair for the future of the human race." - H.G. Wells*

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Don't let the Senate make bicycling more dangerous for you
by Jonathan Morrison 10 Feb '12

10 Feb '12

Federal support for bicycling is in trouble, again. The U.S. House and Senate have released bills that would reverse 20 years of progress toward making bicycling safe and stress-free for all Americans. The current Senate transportation bill eliminates essential biking and walking programs. To improve the bill, we’re asking senators to vote for a bipartisan amendment that guarantees our local governments a voice in transportation decisions, allowing them to build bikeways and sidewalks that keep people safe. Take action today to help preserve the successful, cost-effective federal investment in biking. Contact your state’s two U.S. senators to encourage them to vote for the Cardin-Cochran amendment: http://www.peopleforbikes.org/page/speakout/don-t-let-the-senate-make-bicyc… (You can find your senators, review basic suggested text for your email, and send your note directly from this link.) Thank you for your help today, and for passing the call to action along.

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Safety Training Material
by aaron searle 09 Feb '12

09 Feb '12

I'm a new start up, working on defining our 'earn-a-bike' program. We will require service hours and I would like to do some required bicycle safety training as part of the program. Wondering if anyone can help me know what safety training materials you may use, and if : Are there standardized training materials I can get my hands on? Resources to get booklets or handouts? Good web resources to use? Thanks in advance, Aaron Searle Karma Bike Shop aaron(a)karmabikeshop.com

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Sibley Bike Depot Hiring (St. Paul, MN)
by Jason Tanzman 08 Feb '12

08 Feb '12

Sibley Bike Depot <http://www.sibleybikedepot.org> is a not-for-profit community bike shop in Saint Paul, Minnesota with a mission to be an open, accessible space to educate and empower people to use bicycles for transportation, helping to build a sustainable environment and community. Sibley Bike Depot is hiring a Shop and Programs Director! http://www.minnesotanonprofits.org/job-details?id=51533 This is a full-time, salaried position ($30,000-35,000 DOQ) responsible for managing a variety of Sibley programs including the Earn-a-Bike program, Open Shop, Youth classes and Apprenticeship, and Women's and Trans Night. This Director will be part of a staff leadership team consisting of the Bike Library Director, the Development and Outreach Director, and the Shop and Programs Director. Please apply today by emailing a resume and cover letter to jobs(a)sibleybikedepot.org. Jason Tanzman -- Sibley Bike Depot Development and Outreach Director 612-232-2737 (cell) 651-222-2080 (shop) www.sibleybikedepot.org Sibley Bike Depot's mission is to be an open, accessible space to educate and empower people to use bicycles as transportation, helping to build a sustainable environment and community. Volunteer with us to help build a bicycling movement in the Twin Cities!

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Accounting
by Jonathan Morrison 08 Feb '12

08 Feb '12

Who does cash basis vs. accrual accounting? We are thinking of making the jump from cash to accrual, but wanted to get some feedback first. Sincerely, Jonathan Morrison Executive Director Salt Lake City Bicycle Collective 2312 S. West Temple Salt Lake City, UT 84115 w: 801-328-2453 c: 801-688-0183 f: 801-466-3856 www.slcbikecollective.org The mission of the Salt Lake City Bicycle Collective is to promote cycling as an effective and sustainable form of transportation and as a cornerstone of a cleaner, healthier, and safer society. The Bicycle Collective provides refurbished bicycles and educational programs to the community, focusing on children and lower income households.

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by charle roberts 08 Feb '12

08 Feb '12

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NPR: Stolen Bikes
by Jonathan Morrison 07 Feb '12

07 Feb '12

http://www.npr.org/2012/02/06/146474749/seeking-revenge-in-underworld-of-va… Sincerely, Jonathan Morrison Executive Director Salt Lake City Bicycle Collective 2312 S. West Temple Salt Lake City, UT 84115 w: 801-328-2453 c: 801-688-0183 f: 801-466-3856 www.slcbikecollective.org The mission of the Salt Lake City Bicycle Collective is to promote cycling as an effective and sustainable form of transportation and as a cornerstone of a cleaner, healthier, and safer society. The Bicycle Collective provides refurbished bicycles and educational programs to the community, focusing on children and lower income households.

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Safety Training Material
by aaron searle 07 Feb '12

07 Feb '12

I'm a new start up, working on defining our 'earn-a-bike' program. We will require service hours and I would like to do some required bicycle safety training as part of the program. Wondering if anyone can help me know what safety training materials you may use, and if : Are there standardized training materials I can get my hands on? Resources to get booklets or handouts? Good web resources to use? Thanks in advance, Aaron Searle Karma Bike Shop aaron(a)karmabikeshop.com

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The Santa Barbara Bicycle Coalition is hiring an Operations Manager
by Christine Bourgeois 06 Feb '12

06 Feb '12

Hi all, The Santa Barbara Bicycle Coalition is hiring an Operations Manager. For more details about the job opening, go to the Bici Centro website<http://bicicentro.org/Default.aspx?pageId=1234035> Thank you for sharing the employment opportunity with your biking friends. All the best, -- Christine Bourgeois 805 699 6301 Education Coordinator Santa Barbara Bicycle Coalition (SBBC) www.bicicentro.org "Cyclists fare best when they act and are treated as drivers of vehicles". John Forester

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Hiring Bike Recycle Vermont Manager
by Christine Hill 01 Feb '12

01 Feb '12

I thought I sent this out already, but I couldn't find it when I went back to see if anyone had responded, so I'm sending it again. Sorry if it is a duplicate! Bike Recycle Vermont is looking for a program manager to oversee shop operations, maintain and develop programs, and make the world a better place through bicycles! Check out the job description here: http://www.localmotion.org/about/jobs/1612-job-opportunity-brv-program-mana… If you have any questions about us, don't hesitate to shoot me an email or give me a call, I'd be happy to talk to you. Christine. -- *Christine Hill, Americorps*State Bike Recycle Vermont/Local Motion w: 802.264.9687 c: 339.223.0722* www.localmotion.org/brv <http://www.localmotion.org/programs/bikerecycle> *"When I see an adult on a bicycle, I do not despair for the future of the human race." - H.G. Wells*

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Critical Mass book essays?
by Chris Carlsson 28 Jan '12

28 Jan '12

Hi all, It's late, but we're doing a book to celebrate the 20th anniversary of Critical Mass starting in San Francisco. We will also be hosting a big week-long celebration with daily rides, evening art shows, concerts, films, etc., from Monday Sept. 24-Sunday Sept. 30, with the big anniversary ride falling on Friday, Sept. 28... everyone is invited of course! So the book's original deadline was Jan. 15, and I regret that I never directly sent the solicitation to this list, but we've extended the deadline to Feb. 7 (and we could go a bit longer if someone here needs more time and is up for contributing)... We're looking for essays that explain how Critical Mass was an incubator space, helped shape a new kind of politics, new communities, new groups of friends, etc., and maybe changed how folks think and act regarding transit politics, direct action, and even the shape of your cities, urbanism in general... if you're interested, here's the link to our original call for articles: http://www.sfcriticalmass.org/2011/07/06/20th-anniversary-critical-mass-boo… but the deadline is extended... do let me know if you'd like to write something up for the book... a piece about BikeBike! and its relationship to the different politics of bicycling and transportation during the past 10-20 years would be fantastic! --Chris -- Shaping San Francisco's digital archive is at http://FoundSF.org... check it out! The Nowtopian (my blog): http://nowtopians.com http://www.chriscarlsson.com

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FYI: Bulk Lot of 125+ Bikes for Sale in LA (Online Police Auction, Ends Tues. Night)
by Ryan Feller 28 Jan '12

28 Jan '12

Quite a big project to take on, but might be worthwhile for an ambitious bike collective with extra space. I have a feeling the final price per bike is going to be very cheap, even by the standards of a nonprofit budget. :) Here's the link: http://www.propertyroom.com/l/125-used-bikes/8307918

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adult tricycle
by Charlie Madden 28 Jan '12

28 Jan '12

Hey All: I'm still looking for an adult tricycle or parts thereof as a donation to a local senior citizen bike-loaner program. I will pick up anywhere in the Northeastern area of the US Thanks, Charlie

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Job Opening: Program Manager at Bike Recycle Vermont
by Christine Hill 27 Jan '12

27 Jan '12

Hi all! We're looking for a shop manager here in Burlington at our shop, Bike Recycle Vermont. Go to our website to learn more: http://www.localmotion.org/about/jobs/1612-job-opportunity-brv-program-mana… The responsibilities of Local Motion’s *Bike Recycle Vermont Program Manager * range from customer service, to building and fixing bikes, to teaching, to supervising, to fundraising - all the while maintaining a warm and welcoming shop atmosphere. The position requires the skills of an entrepreneur, yet has the support of Local Motion’s management team, website, access to funding, and other resources. The Manager must have very strong organizational and people skills, and be skilled at delegating and supervising. Thanks! Christine Hill -- *Christine Hill, Americorps*State Bike Recycle Vermont/Local Motion w: 802.264.9687 c: 339.223.0722* www.localmotion.org/brv <http://www.localmotion.org/programs/bikerecycle> *"When I see an adult on a bicycle, I do not despair for the future of the human race." - H.G. Wells*

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Re1:
by John Boyer 26 Jan '12

26 Jan '12

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Re: [TheThinkTank] Vocational Schools
by christopher＠holisticcycles.com 26 Jan '12

26 Jan '12

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Re: [TheThinkTank] Vocational Schools
by christopher＠holisticcycles.com 26 Jan '12

26 Jan '12

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Bike!Bike! 2012 Call for NEW SHOPS/addresses
by allison karow 26 Jan '12

26 Jan '12

Hi friends, I am editing the master list for bike!bike! invites this week. Please respond to this e-mail if: a) your shop has moved and you need to update your address b) you are a new shop (within the last 2 years) and you want to receive an invitation to this year's international conference for community bike shops c) you know of a new shop and think they might not have contact info floating around from previous bike!bike! conferences Please be expecting a phone call from me or someone else in Vancouver to confirm your physical address. allison (sunny) formerly of bike saviours bicycle collective in tempe, az

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Why is Bike! Bike! Scheduled for June????
by R Points 25 Jan '12

25 Jan '12

So I just checked the Bike! Bike! website and I see that this years event is scheduled for June 21-24. Why? This is literally the peak of the season and makes it impossible for us to attend. We've been to 3 Bike! Bike!'s in the past and they were some of the most magical, inspiring events for our group; invaluable. It's a shame that we will again not be able to attend this year. Frustrated! -- Rich Points Community Cycles Executive Director http://CommunityCycles.org Rich(a)CommunityCycles.org 720-565-6019 (W) 303-589-0597 (C) CC is Boulder's only bike shop dedicated to bike commuting. Find us on FaceBook http://facebook.com/home.php#!/CommunityCycles Volunteer orientations are held 6p.m. on the 4th Wednesday of each month.

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Lights below wholesale
by Patrick VDT 25 Jan '12

25 Jan '12

Anyone have any luck with finding bulk sets of lights below wholesale? Any companies you have contacted?Ive had some luck bargaining with QBP etc but not like the PB deal was. PB seems to have cut us off with almost 400 kids in this years programs. Figured id ask here before blind emailing companies. Thanks Patrick in STL www.bworks.Org

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by Yvonne R. Hawthorne 25 Jan '12

25 Jan '12

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wheel storage hooks
by Bob Giordano 23 Jan '12

23 Jan '12

Our free, plentiful favorite for storing wheels is the long arm of a side pull brake. It has a hole for a big headed nail or screw. You can use a washer to keep nail/screw from pulling through. This hook is strong and can hold one wheel, or two thinner rimmed wheels. With the arm twist, you have to pay attention to the direction orientation, and sometimes we modify the twist, using a vice. With the slight lip at the top of the arm, it is best to afix this type of hook on the edge of a wood beam, although the arms/hooks work just fine on a blank, flat wall too. A few pix down on linked page you can see some in action. They are on one of our wheel tripods, which we have modified since the picture. http://strans.org/communityshop.html We also have a few hundred wheels on a tall wall in our ped tech warehouse- in that case we used 20d nails I think, and nailed at an angle into the studs. For that application, we used only axleless wheels that would lay flatter against the wall. -- Bob Giordano Free Cycles Missoula Shop: 732 S. 1st St. West, 541.7284 2PM-6PM Mon-Thurs & 11AM-3PM Sat Missoula Institute for Sustainable Transportation www.strans.org, mist(a)strans.org, 406-880-6834 Jacob Newborn wrote: > I am building a wheel cave for our storage of spare wheels and rims. wondering what folks use as a cheap alternative to the red or black bike hanging hooks. > Thanks for any help! > -- > -- > Jake Newborn > Education Program Manager > Bicycle Federation of Wisconsin > www.bfw.org > 414-581-1513

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wheel storage hooks
by Jacob Newborn 23 Jan '12

23 Jan '12

I am building a wheel cave for our storage of spare wheels and rims. wondering what folks use as a cheap alternative to the red or black bike hanging hooks. Thanks for any help! -- -- Jake Newborn Education Program Manager Bicycle Federation of Wisconsin www.bfw.org 414-581-1513

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Times Square Bike Ride
by Geoffrey Bercarich (Google+) 20 Jan '12

20 Jan '12

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adult tricycle
by Charlie Madden 19 Jan '12

19 Jan '12

To One and All: I am searching for an adult tricycle to use as a 'loaner bike' for the elder citizens of Sterling, MA. I would love to trip over a *donated*complete, ready to pedal cycle but will graciously settle for a serviceable frame I can build on. I will do a 'pick-up' within a radus of few hundred miles Thanks, Charlie

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Re: [TheThinkTank] Earn-a-bike programs
by Doug 18 Jan '12

18 Jan '12

Chuck, A couple years ago, the Fort Collins Bike Co-op<http://fcbikecoop.org/programs/earnabike.php>started requiring EAB (earn-a-bike) volunteer time to be completed at an external non-profit organization instead of in our shop. This has turned out to be a great decision as it requires less supervision from our volunteers and provides hundreds of volunteer hours to the community each year. We haven't pursued any educational component, but have considered requiring recipients to watch a 30 minute bike safety video. This would cover problem topics in our community like riding on the right side of the street, using lights and other basics. This model does eliminate the ability for recipients to learn about basic bike mechanics before they receive their bike. To address this, we recommend recipients utilize our open-shop to learn how to fix and maintain their bike. -Doug Cutter On Sun, Jan 15, 2012 at 8:17 AM, Chuck Fox <hmltntheater(a)usadatanet.net>wrote: > ** > > > Does anyone have experience with an earn-a-bike program where the bike > recipients earn a bike not by learning bike mainteence skills, but by > completing some other task or assignment? For example, by participating in > an after school program, or volunteering for a community project, or > agreeing to take part in an educational program on drug awareness/nutrition > and fitness/sex education. i.e. Have you found creative ways to use a bike > as a bridge to address other important issues, for young people or adults? > Thanks! Chuck > > > _______________________________________________ > Thethinktank mailing list > Thethinktank(a)lists.bikecollectives.org > To unsubscribe, send a blank email to > TheThinkTank-leave(a)bikecollectives.org > To manage your subscription, plase visit: > > http://lists.bikecollectives.org/listinfo.cgi/thethinktank-bikecollectives.… > >

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fundraising bike trips
by Rick McFerrin 17 Jan '12

17 Jan '12

My name is Rick McFerrin. I am the founder of a charity called TWO WHEEL VIEW. We use the bike as a tool to educate youth on the environment and culture of north America and abroad through bicycle education and expedition programs (www.twowheelview.org). For the past 7 years we have been raising money for TWO WHEEL VIEW youth programs by taking adults on a bike trip in Argentina. Kind of like a Ride for the Cure but this is a 2-week trip with the focus on raising money to support students - from where we live - so that they can participate on TWV student bicycle expeditions. Everyone pays their own way and pledges to raise some money for the charity. Each year we usually get 8 to 11 adults to participate on the ride. This year there are only 5 signed up so far and the trip is in March. We may be exhausting our local reach and need to get the word out to a broader audience. Does anyone have any suggestions for reaching out to a broader community of supporters for events like this. Last year we raised more than $20,000 with 11 adults participating. When it works, it's great for funding students who would not otherwise have the opportunity for summer trips. Thanks for ideas. Rick Rick McFerrin, founder / director TWO WHEEL VIEW (Canada and USA) rick.mcferrin(a)twowhelview.org (403) 870-7433 twowheelview.org

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by charle roberts 16 Jan '12

16 Jan '12

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Bici Bici 2012
by Vincenzo loco 15 Jan '12

15 Jan '12

My name is Enzo, I'm the board secretary from The Bikerowave in Los Angeles (www.bikerowave.org). We have decided to host bici bici 2012 here in Los Angeles. The current plan is to have this take place on April 13-15th. The 15th will also be CicLAvia here in Los Angeles. We are still in the early stages of planning this but we anticipate a lot of help from the many other bike Co-ops in LA. I hope to see many of you folks from around the west coast down here so we can share our experiences and discuss ways to make it so we do what we do better than before. Please keep your calendars clear for this weekend and look forward to hearing more from us as the planning progresses. Also this is my first time organizing something like this so I'd appreciate any help or suggestions.

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Youth bike summit 2012 meet and greet
by Geoffrey B 10 Jan '12

10 Jan '12

Hello lovley people in new york. My name is geoffrey b from bike pirates toronto and am looking for help. I have arrived early to the concrete jungle and was hoping to meet and talk about bike spaces and how they operate. Please add contact info for other people that are in my situation but please contact me directly. Can anyone give me a shout if u like to share info about ur community bike shops. I can come to u but I'm in brooklyn.

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Re: [TheThinkTank] Thethinktank Digest, Vol 65, Issue 9
by Corey Grazul 10 Jan '12

10 Jan '12

Here in Jackson, MI, we've developed a good relationship with a local auto shop. They throw our old tires with their old tires for no charge. I estimate recycling a couple hundred per year. The relationship was they key. Corey Grazul Armory Bike Union Jackson, MI On Jan 7, 2012, at 4:40 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. tire recycling (Mark Rehder) > 2. Re: tire recycling (Andrew Hibma) > 3. Re: tire recycling (mars psymons) > > > ---------------------------------------------------------------------- > > Message: 1 > Date: Sat, 7 Jan 2012 13:37:31 -0500 > From: Mark Rehder <mark(a)re-cycles.ca> > To: The Think Tank <thethinktank(a)lists.bikecollectives.org> > Subject: [TheThinkTank] tire recycling > Message-ID: <596674C4-FF44-43C0-9275-2033B427F140(a)re-cycles.ca> > Content-Type: text/plain; charset=US-ASCII; format=flowed; delsp=yes > > Here in Ontario there is a tire recycling program: > > https://www.ontariots.ca/sp/index.html > > But they won't take bike tires. > > For the past five years we've been paying $1 per tire to have our dead > ones properly recycled. All of the regular retail shops aside from MEC > just throw theirs out (to the best of my knowledge). I'd really like > the OTS to include bike tires, and our shop is willing to be a drop- > off point. I've written to my MPP but no action from him as of yet > (only an acknowledgment by his staff that my email was received). > > Then I was informed that the BC program is now taking bike tires. > > http://www.tirestewardshipbc.ca/bike.php > > Is there anyone on this list with info as to how they got this > happening? I guess some sort of critical mass had to be achieved by > contacting as many bike stores as possible? > > Thanks, > > Mark Rehder - Coordinator > re-Cycles Community Bike Shop > http://re-cycles.ca > > > > ------------------------------ > > Message: 2 > Date: Sat, 7 Jan 2012 14:25:11 -0500 > From: Andrew Hibma <andrewhibma(a)gmail.com> > To: The Think Tank <thethinktank(a)lists.bikecollectives.org> > Subject: Re: [TheThinkTank] tire recycling > Message-ID: > <CAFpcgBfaDACjQWqpXhhWoWvJUcLn2Jj_rfa-h3ORx5W_jyvZXw(a)mail.gmail.com> > Content-Type: text/plain; charset="iso-8859-1" > > We Take ours to the transfer station (Hamilton), and have been able to > recycle them there. Depending on the staff member present they can be > lenient on the "4 tires per load, per day" rule, especially when we argued > that a bike tire does not equal one bike tire. We are trying to make a > connection at the city level to make this process less luck based and > consistent. > > This certainly can be a difficult challenge. At the transfer station we > were told that we couldn't throw them out as garbage either, so if they > wouldn't take them to recycle we were stuck with a couple hundred tires and > no where to put them. > > Andrew Hibma > New Hope Bike Co-op > > www.newhopebikecoop.ca > > > On Sat, Jan 7, 2012 at 1:37 PM, Mark Rehder <mark(a)re-cycles.ca> wrote: > >> Here in Ontario there is a tire recycling program: >> >> https://www.ontariots.ca/sp/**index.html<https://www.ontariots.ca/sp/index.html> >> >> But they won't take bike tires. >> >> For the past five years we've been paying $1 per tire to have our dead >> ones properly recycled. All of the regular retail shops aside from MEC just >> throw theirs out (to the best of my knowledge). I'd really like the OTS to >> include bike tires, and our shop is willing to be a drop-off point. I've >> written to my MPP but no action from him as of yet (only an acknowledgment >> by his staff that my email was received). >> >> Then I was informed that the BC program is now taking bike tires. >> >> http://www.tirestewardshipbc.**ca/bike.php<http://www.tirestewardshipbc.ca/bike.php> >> >> Is there anyone on this list with info as to how they got this happening? >> I guess some sort of critical mass had to be achieved by contacting as >> many bike stores as possible? >> >> Thanks, >> >> Mark Rehder - Coordinator >> re-Cycles Community Bike Shop >> http://re-cycles.ca >> >> ______________________________**_________________ >> Thethinktank mailing list >> Thethinktank(a)lists.**bikecollectives.org<Thethinktank(a)lists.bikecollectives.org> >> To unsubscribe, send a blank email to TheThinkTank-leave@** >> bikecollectives.org <TheThinkTank-leave(a)bikecollectives.org> >> To manage your subscription, plase visit: >> http://lists.bikecollectives.**org/listinfo.cgi/thethinktank-** >> bikecollectives.org<http://lists.bikecollectives.org/listinfo.cgi/thethinktank-bikecollectives.…> >> > > > > -- > Andrew Hibma > andrewhibma(a)gmail.com > > 289-880-6658 (cell) >

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Goodness from the list
by Chris Kelly 08 Jan '12

08 Jan '12

In early November, Paul Slater of BicycleXchange in Jupiter FL posted to this list that he'd been contacted by someone about donated bikes to be picked up in Sanibel, a mostly retirement enclave 2 hours south of Tampa Bay. After a couple of rounds of emails between me, Paul and the family of the deceased "Bike Man" of Sanibel, some friends and I rented a U-Haul this past weekend and went down to extract the bikes from a mobile home attic. In the (no more than 18")space between the ceiling and aluminum roof of a singlewide mobile, the Bike Man had stored nearly 50 disassembled bikes. Vintage Raleigh, Puch, Peugot and Panasonic, Schwinn Ross frames, hundreds of wheels and even some Mongoose Motomags. Boxes and boxes of chainrings, tubes, even a box full of shiny bright vintage chrome bells. A folding Raleigh, a 1960s tandem, road, mountain and cruiser bikes, so much for a new bike nonprofit to get started with that we're agog at the new possibilities. So Thanks - to Paul Slater, but also to all the folks reading and posting, Thank you. Chris Kelly St Pete, FL Photos and more here: https://www.facebook.com/StPeteBikeCoOp

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tire recycling
by Mark Rehder 07 Jan '12

07 Jan '12

Here in Ontario there is a tire recycling program: https://www.ontariots.ca/sp/index.html But they won't take bike tires. For the past five years we've been paying $1 per tire to have our dead ones properly recycled. All of the regular retail shops aside from MEC just throw theirs out (to the best of my knowledge). I'd really like the OTS to include bike tires, and our shop is willing to be a drop- off point. I've written to my MPP but no action from him as of yet (only an acknowledgment by his staff that my email was received). Then I was informed that the BC program is now taking bike tires. http://www.tirestewardshipbc.ca/bike.php Is there anyone on this list with info as to how they got this happening? I guess some sort of critical mass had to be achieved by contacting as many bike stores as possible? Thanks, Mark Rehder - Coordinator re-Cycles Community Bike Shop http://re-cycles.ca

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REALLY Cleaning Chains
by Christine Hill 06 Jan '12

06 Jan '12

Hi everybody, We've been getting really into upcycling bike parts here at Bike Recycle Vermont -- we sell jewelry and fun products at local artists' markets to raise money for the shop. We love making jewelry with the ever-iconic bike chain, but getting it clean is so time and labor intensive. *Has anyone found an effective way to clean multiple chains at once, and I mean reallyclean them out, get them grease-free and bone dry to the point that you'd wear the thing around your neck? * We tried a parts cleaner, we tried bringing them to a car wash... each time we still ended up going at each chain with a tooth brush and some degreaser and spending 15 minutes scrubbing it. Tricks? Christine. -- *Christine Hill, Americorps*State Bike Recycle Vermont/Local Motion w: 802.264.9687 c: 339.223.0722* www.localmotion.org/brv <http://www.localmotion.org/programs/bikerecycle> *"When I see an adult on a bicycle, I do not despair for the future of the human race." - H.G. Wells*

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Youth Bike Summit - Please help us spread the word!
by Pasqualina Azzarello 06 Jan '12

06 Jan '12

Happy New Year, Everyone! As most of you know, the second annual Youth Bike Summit is quickly approaching. *We would greatly appreciate any help you can offer in spreading the word throughout your communities*. An overview, updated program, and additional information can be found below or on our website<http://www.recycleabicycle.org/about-us/youth-bike-summit>. Online registration is available here<http://youthbikesummit2012-autohome.eventbrite.com/> . We've got an exciting line up of speakers, including a Keynote address by Congresswoman Nydia Velazquez, a "sneak preview" of the Alliance for Biking & Walking's 2011 Benchmarking Report, a presentation by Streetfilms, and inspiring workshop sessions led by Bike Works in Seattle, Bike New York in NYC, Bikes Not Bombs in Boston, Spoke'N Revolutions in Chapel Hill, West Town bikes in Chicago, and many more! We hope to see you there! And thank you for helping us spread the word! Best, Pasqualina *YOUTH BIKE SUMMIT 2012* *WHEN:* Friday January 13 - Sunday January 15, 2012 *WHERE: *The New School 66 W 12th St New York, NY *ADMISSION:* $10/youth; $25/adult (includes meals at the YBS) *KEYNOTE ADDRESS:* *Congresswoman Nydia Velazquez * *ONLINE REGISTRATION: * http://youthbikesummit2012-autohome.eventbrite.com/ **Registration will continue in person at the event* *OVERVIEW: *Recycle-A-Bicycle's *Youth Bike Summit* is a three day gathering geared toward youth, bicycles, education, and advocacy. This national conference aims to bring people from different disciplines to explore, network, and learn how bicycling can be a legitimate and safe form of transportation for today's youth. Planned with a Steering Committee of officers and educators from youth bike education programs throughout the country, the Youth Bike Summit will offer a dynamic inter-generational exchange through educational workshops and panel discussions that are both interactive and practical. The Youth Bike Summit will also provide tools and information on fundraising and best practices for schools that wish to incorporate bikes into the physical fabric of the learning environment. Learn more about the Youth Bike Summit in this video<http://www.streetfilms.org/the-first-annual-youth-bike-summit/>by Streetfilms. This year's conference will feature a "staff track" of workshops led by officers, administrators, managers, and instructors fromorganizations dedicated to working with youth and bikes. These sessions will highlight practical issues such as fundraising, challenges, and best practices. *YOUTH BIKE SUMMIT PROGRAM 2012* *Friday January 13 - 5:00pm - 8:00pm* Welcome / Registration / Dinner *(Wollman Hall)* *Saturday January 14 - 8:30am - 10:00am* Breakfast & Keynote Address *(Auditorium in Johnson/Kaplan Hall)* *Congresswoman Nydia Velazquez * *& Youth Leader Alpha Barry* *Workshop Session I -* *10:15am - 11:45am **(Johnson)* *Paint Your City Safe* NYC DOT & Groundswell Mural *Youth Leadership & Governance * Bike Works *Design a Better Block : An Active Transportation and Design Workshop* Velo City / Neighborhood Explorers / NYC DOHMH *Learn to Ride, Ride to Learn! * Bike New York, Atlanta Bicycle Coalition *STAFF: Strategic Planning for Youth Bike Education Organizations* by Bike Works & Waterside Workshops *STAFF: First Aid Training for Cyclists* Woodhull Hospital *Workshop Session II -* *12pm - 1:30pm **(Johnson Hall)* *Does It Fit? Designing a Bike Master Plan from Scratch * NYC DOT & Local Spokes *How to Create a Youth Bike Program, Business Plan, and Traveling Bike Shop*by Bikes Not Bombs *Women in the Cycling Advocacy Movement * Alliance for Biking & Walking and West Town Bikes *Imagination Bicycle * Lower East Side Ecology Center & Recycle-A-Bicycle *How to Start a Kids Ride Club* Woodhull Hospital *STAFF: What You Need to Know: Risk Assessment & Program Evaluation* by Bike Works & Waterside Workshops *Lunch / Tabling* - *1:30pm - 2:45pm **(Wollman Hall)* *Workshop Session III* *- 3pm - 4:30pm **(Johnson Hall)* *More than a Bike Lane: A Role-Playing Exercise in Community Planning* by NYC DOT & Local Spokes *Partnerships for Green Jobs * Bike and Roll & Recycle-A-Bicycle *Teens Rule the World: An 1800-mile Bicycle Journey Along the Underground Railroad* by Spoke'n Revolutions *Need Money? Strategies in Fundraising* by ioby *STAFF: How to Launch a Winning Campaign * Alliance for Biking & Walking *Closing Remarks - 4:45pm - 6:00pm **(Auditorium in Johnson/Kaplan Hall)* Presentations by Robin Smith of Streetfilms, Sterling Quinn of Bike Works, and Jeff Miller of the Alliance for Biking & Walking *Sunday January 16** - 10:00am - 2:00pm* *Food for Thought (+ Action!) (Wollman)* - Youth Visioning Session - STAFF Visioning Session *THANK YOU TO OUR SPONSORS:* Alliance for Biking & Walking, Bicycle Habitat, Bike New York, Children's Aid Society, Eastern Mountain Sports, Henry Street Settlement, Hostelling International, New York City Department of Health, New York Cycle Club, North Star Fund, Planet Bike, REI, Streetfilms, The New School, and Velojoy. *THANK YOU TO OUR STEERING COMMITTEE: *Bike Works in Seattle, Bikes Not Bombs in Boston, Neighborhood Bike Works in Philadelphia, Sibley Bike Depot in St. Paul, and West Town Bikes in Chicago. *HISTORY:* In March 2010, Recycle-A-Bicycle (RAB) attended the League of American Bicyclists' National Bike Summit with two high school interns who had completed a comprehensive job training program and Earn-A-Bike program at RAB. Both participants learned they loved bicycles and expressed an interest in learning more about how bicycling fits into policy, the environment, social entrepreneurship, and community-building. Traveling to Washington DC for the first time, the 17 year old participants explored the nation's capital by bike, attended the conference, and lobbied elected officials. As we debriefed on the bus ride home, we discussed the importance of engaging youth in the national dialogue of cycling education and advocacy. As a result, the idea of the Youth Bike Summit came into being. Both young advocates were active participants in the planning of the conference in 2011. -- Pasqualina Azzarello Executive Director Recycle-A-Bicycle Ph: 718-858-2972 Fax: 718-858-6201 http://www.recycleabicycle.org

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Welding setups
by Ryan Sharpe 04 Jan '12

04 Jan '12

A couple of volunteers here at the Sacramento Bicycle Kitchen (myself included) are interested in getting into welding, to find uses for otherwise waste-stream parts, build tools and storage units, make art, and work on special bikes. Do any other shops have experience with welding rigs, and if so, how useful have they actually been, and what sort of system is being used? --Ryan S. -- Sacramento Bicycle Kitchen http://sacbikekitchen.org/ 1915 I Street, Midtown Sacramento Open Tu 6-9p, We 6-9p, Th 6-9p, Fr 10a-2p (kids 6-8p), Sa 12-4p

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Hiring Director at Bikes Not Bombs
by arik grier 03 Jan '12

03 Jan '12

Hello to all you bike organizers and activists out there! Bikes Not Bombs has launched a search for an Executive Director. We are actively seeking a dynamic experienced leader and are sharing this information with you to help us get the word out to potential candidates and referral sources. The search is being managed by Third Sector New England Executive Transitions Program and search consultant Patricia Duarte. For complete position profile and application instructions see our online application at http://bikesnotbombs.org/tsne-hire Resumes will be accepted until January 15, 2012 or until candidates are selected for interviews. If you have questions about the position or process, please contact Search Consultant, Patricia Duarte at pduarte(a)decisioninsightinc.com Since the departure of Samantha Wechsler after an exceptional 3 years as Executive Director, Bikes Not Bombs has engaged in a process of organizational assessment, staff and board development led by Third Sector New England (TSNE, http://www.tsne.org) Interim Executive Director and Consultant, Stewart Lanier. This work is made possible by the generosity of the Barr Foundation, and has helped us clarify next steps as we grow and evolve our systems and leadership. We are looking forward with optimism and confidence about the coming years as together we fulfill our mission to use the bicycle as a vehicle for social change! -Arik

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Youtube video illustrating bicycle donation process...
by Jonathan Morrison 24 Dec '11

24 Dec '11

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=sPBZDSt_pbw Sincerely, Jonathan Morrison Executive Director Salt Lake City Bicycle Collective 2312 S. West Temple Salt Lake City, UT 84115 w: 801-328-2453 c: 801-688-0183 f: 801-466-3856 www.slcbikecollective.org The mission of the Salt Lake City Bicycle Collective is to promote cycling as an effective and sustainable form of transportation and as a cornerstone of a cleaner, healthier, and safer society. The Bicycle Collective provides refurbished bicycles and educational programs to the community, focusing on children and lower income households.

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Don't open my prior emails (wpelegrina@hotmail.com) -got hacked
by Wanda Pelegrina 24 Dec '11

24 Dec '11

Sorry for the spam - my email was hacked -it's fixed now. Wanda Pelegrina Caldas Community Cycles, Boulder's only non-profit bike shop Become a member today. Use our secure online donation form. Thanks!!

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Re1:
by Julie Harrell 24 Dec '11

24 Dec '11

hi dear friend http://hsf-sulzbach.de/55folderwww/yttq1ytq1.php?odireed=97 Sat, 24 Dec 2011 20:15:45 _________________________________ "So he made a little wheel with a few notches in the rim, with which he connected the clock and the transmitter, so that at the required instant every hour in the night the wheel revolved and sent the proper signal to headquarters." (c) Kayleen wamoha

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Re: [TheThinkTank] (no subject)
by Wanda Pelegrina 24 Dec '11

24 Dec '11

My friend http://fishscraps.com/334folderpharm/fastpharm.php?djvfortuneid=18 Sat, 24 Dec 2011 10:15:01 __________________ "Dont let a lot of foolish people influence you; people who cant ever see any real good in success and who blame everything on luck and crookedness." (c) Leaf votano

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Re: [TheThinkTank] Youtube video illustrating bicycle donation process...
by flowersisaiah＠yahoo.com 20 Dec '11

20 Dec '11

Sent from my LG phone Jonathan Morrison <jonathan(a)slcbikecollective.org> wrote: >http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=sPBZDSt_pbw > >Sincerely, > >Jonathan Morrison >Executive Director >Salt Lake City Bicycle Collective >2312 S. West Temple >Salt Lake City, UT 84115 >w: 801-328-2453 >c: 801-688-0183 >f: 801-466-3856 >www.slcbikecollective.org > >The mission of the Salt Lake City Bicycle Collective is to promote cycling >as an effective and sustainable form of transportation and as a cornerstone >of a cleaner, healthier, and safer society. The Bicycle Collective provides >refurbished bicycles and educational programs to the community, focusing on >children and lower income households. > >_______________________________________________ >Thethinktank mailing list >Thethinktank(a)lists.bikecollectives.org >To unsubscribe, send a blank email to TheThinkTank-leave(a)bikecollectives.org >To manage your subscription, plase visit: >http://lists.bikecollectives.org/listinfo.cgi/thethinktank-bikecollectives.…

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Wet Winter Bikes
by Tegan Moss 16 Dec '11

16 Dec '11

Hi All, The Peterborough Community Bike Shop recently moved out of a church basement and into a beautiful space in a historic downtown building. For the first time we find ourselves concerned about the floors! In the summer we have carpet down, but as the wet winter bikes roll in, I am wondering if anyone has any suggestions for dealing with the ice and snow melt... Boot mats? Cardboard? Layers of carpet? Custom built trays? What do you use to catch the water with as fenders and frames de-ice in your shop? Any suggestions would be much appreciated! Tegan B!KE -- -- B!KE: The Peterborough Community Bike Shop 336 Rubidge St, Peterborough ON (705) 775-7227 communitybikeshop.org

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Becoming a Sponsoring Member of the Bicycle Collective!
by Jonathan Morrison 16 Dec '11

16 Dec '11

Looking to give a beautiful gift? Need to make a 100% tax deductible donation by the end of the year? Help support the Bicycle Collective's programs... http://www.bicyclecollective.org/sponsor/ Sincerely, Jonathan Morrison Executive Director Bicycle Collective 2312 S. West Temple Salt Lake City, UT 84115 w: 801-328-2453 c: 801-688-0183 f: 801-466-3856 www.slcbikecollective.org The mission of the Bicycle Collective is to promote cycling as an effective and sustainable form of transportation and as a cornerstone of a cleaner, healthier, and safer society. The Collective provides refurbished bicycles and educational programs to the community, focusing on children and lower income households.

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Youth Bike Summit 2012
by Pasqualina Azzarello 16 Dec '11

16 Dec '11

Dear Friends and Colleagues, Online registration is now open for the Youth Bike Summit 2012! You will find an updated program and registration information about the conference listed below. Please help us spread the word through your respective organizations, communities, and channels. More information can be found on our website <http://www.recycleabicycle.org/about-us/youth-bike-summit>, in this video <http://www.streetfilms.org/the-first-annual-youth-bike-summit/>, and on facebook <https://www.facebook.com/events/106924809416142/>. Please also feel free to contact me with any questions. Best regards, Pasqualina ********************************* *YOUTH BIKE SUMMIT 2012* *WHEN:* Friday January 13 - Sunday January 15, 2012 *WHERE:* The New School 66 W 12th St New York, NY *ADMISSION:* $10/youth; $25/adult *KEYNOTE ADDRESS:* *Congresswoman Nydia Velazquez* *ONLINE REGISTRATION:* http://youthbikesummit2012-autohome.eventbrite.com/ **Registration will continue in person at the event *Admission includes meals at the YBS* *OVERVIEW:* Recycle-A-Bicycle's Youth Bike Summit is a three day gathering geared toward youth, bicycles, education, and advocacy. This national conference aims to bring people from different disciplines to explore, network, and learn how bicycling can be a legitimate and safe form of transportation for today's youth. Planned with a Steering Committee of officers and educators from youth bike education programs throughout the country, the Youth Bike Summit will offer a dynamic inter-generational exchange through educational workshops and panel discussions that are both interactive and practical. The Youth Bike Summit will also provide tools and information on fundraising and best practices for schools that wish to incorporate bikes into the physical fabric of the learning environment. Learn more about the Youth Bike Summit in this video by Streetfilms. This year's conference will feature a "staff track" of workshops led by officers, administrators, managers, and instructors from organizations dedicated to working with youth and bikes. These sessions will highlight practical issues such as fundraising, challenges, and best practices. *YOUTH BIKE SUMMIT PROGRAM 2012* *Friday January 13 - 5:00pm - 8:00pm* Welcome / Registration / Dinner *(Wollman Hall)* *Saturday January 14 - 8:30am - 10:00am* Breakfast & Keynote Address *(Auditorium in Johnson/Kaplan Hall)* Presenter: Congresswoman Nydia Velazquez *Workshop Session I - 10:15am - 11:45am* *(Johnson)* *Paint Your City Safe* NYC DOT & Groundswell Mural *Youth Leadership & Governance * Bike Works *Active Transportation: Converging for a Cause* Velo City / Neighborhood Explorers / NYC DOHMH *Learn to Ride, Ride to Learn!* Bike New York, Atlanta Bicycle Coalition *STAFF: Strategic Planning for Youth Bike Education Organizations* Bike Works & Waterside Workshops *STAFF: First Aid Training for Cyclists* Woodhull Hospital *Workshop Session II - 12pm - 1:30pm* *(Johnson Hall)* *Does It Fit? Designing a Bike Master Plan from Scratch* NYC DOT & Local Spokes *How to Create a Youth Bike Program, Business Plan, and Traveling Bike Shop *Bikes Not Bombs *Women in the Cycling Advocacy Movement* Alliance for Biking & Walking and West Town Bikes *Imagination Bicycle* Lower East Side Ecology Center & Recycle-A-Bicycle *How to Start a Kids Ride Club* Woodhull Hospital *STAFF: What You Need to Know: Risk Assessment & Program Evaluation * Bike Works & Waterside Workshops *Lunch / Tabling - 1:30pm - 2:45pm* *(Wollman Hall)* *Workshop Session III - 3pm - 4:30pm* *(Johnson Hall)* *More than a Bike Lane: A Role-Playing Exercise in Community Planning * NYC DOT & Local Spokes *Partnerships for Green Jobs* Bike and Roll & Recycle-A-Bicycle *Teens Rule the World: An 1800-mile Bicycle Journey Along the Underground Railroad* Spoke'n Revolutions *Need Money? Strategies in Fundraising* ioby *STAFF: How to Launch a Winning Campaign* Alliance for Biking & Walking *6:00pm - 9:00pm - YBS Pizza Party & Film Screening* *Located at Hostelling International *Sunday January 16 - 10:00am - 2:00pm* *Food for Thought (+ Action!) (Wollman)* Youth Visioning Session STAFF Visioning Session *THANK YOU TO OUR SPONSORS:* Alliance for Biking & Walking, Bicycle Habitat, Bike New York, Children's Aid Society, Eastern Mountain Sports, Henry Street Settlement, Hostelling International, Hudson River Foundation, JM Kaplan Fund, New York City Department of Health, New York City Department of Transportation, New York Cycle Club, North Star Fund, REI, Staten Island Bicycling Association, Streetfilms, The New School, and Velojoy. *THANK YOU TO OUR STEERING COMMITTEE: *Bike Works in Seattle, Bikes Not Bombs in Boston, Neighborhood Bike Works in Philadelphia, Sibley Bike Depot in St. Paul, and West Town Bikes in Chicago. *ACCOMMODATIONS IN NYC:* If you and your group are traveling from out of town, we recommend Hostelling International. Once again, Hostelling International is offering a generous rate to all attendees of the Youth Bike Summit of $35/guest per night anytime between January 10-17. The promotion code is YBS2012 and registration information can be found HERE<http://www.hinewyork.org/new-york-hostel-reservations.shtml>. Hosteling International is located at 891 Amsterdam Avenue New York, NY. Here is a MAP<http://maps.google.com/maps?q=891+Amsterdam+Avenue+New+York&oe=utf-8&rls=or…>and DIRECTIONS<http://maps.google.com/maps?saddr=891+Amsterdam+Ave,+New+York,+NY+10025&dad…>to The New School. **Please note that guests under the age of 18 must be accompanied by a parent or guardian and cannot share a dorm with our other travelers. All guests under 18 can only room with members of their own group and or their guardian. If you have any additional questions, please speak to Iman Dean at Hosteling International. She can be reached at (212) 932.2300 ext. 101 or iman.dean(a)hiusa.org * *FUNDRAISING TIPS:* Want to come to the Youth Bike Summit but need help fundraising for a trip to New York City? Click here for some helpful tips! *HISTORY:* In March 2010, Recycle-A-Bicycle (RAB) attended the League of American Bicyclists' National Bike Summit with two high school interns who had completed a comprehensive job training program and Earn-A-Bike program at RAB. Both participants learned they loved bicycles and expressed an interest in learning more about how bicycling fits into policy, the environment, social entrepreneurship, and community-building. Traveling to Washington DC for the first time, the 17 year old participants explored the nation's capital by bike, attended the conference, and lobbied elected officials. As we debriefed on the bus ride home, we discussed the importance of engaging youth in the national dialogue of cycling education and advocacy. As a result, the idea of the Youth Bike Summit came into being. Both young advocates were active participants in the planning of the conference in 2011. -- Pasqualina Azzarello Executive Director Recycle-A-Bicycle Ph: 718-858-2972 Fax: 718-858-6201 http://www.recycleabicycle.org

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French visitor in New York & Washington in January 2012
by Christine Bourgeois 15 Dec '11

15 Dec '11

Hi all, My friend Julien Allaire, an avid cyclist and leader for l'Heureux Cyclage in France, is looking for some contacts on the East Coast. He is interested to learn more about bike collectives and sustainable transportation in the US. During our last visit in Paris this Fall, Julien organized an event at the new Maison Du Velo<http://cbarreb.smugmug.com/Travel-in-France/Exploring-Paris/La-Maison-du-Ve…>: he wrote a great article <http://www.heureux-cyclage.org/spip.php?article545> (in French) about the community bike shop in Santa Barbara. Julien will be in New York and Washington DC in January. Please contact him directly: Julien Allaire <allairej(a)no-log.org> Thanks for your help. -- Christine Bourgeois 805 699 6301 Education Coordinator Santa Barbara Bicycle Coalition (SBBC) www.bicicentro.org www.cycleMAYnia.com <http://www.cyclemaynia.com/>

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Business Plans
by Joshua Hoffman 15 Dec '11

15 Dec '11

Hey, I'm new to this list. So I apologize if this has already been covered. The leader of the local business owners group would like to support the founding of a Community Bicycle Co-op in the downtown. When I meet with him I'd like present a cogent plan for business. Do any of you mind sharing your business plans, or the key lessons you learned when putting yours together? I can be reached at joshua(a)healthykidsinitiative.org if you don't want to reply all. If there was any questions our Bicycle Co-op will be a not-for-profit. Thanks in advance. -- *Joshua Hoffman* Safe Routes Organizer Rosedale Healthy Kids Initiative 1403 S.W. Boulevard Kansas City, KS 66103 913-645-7826

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