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Community Cycling Center is hiring a Community Programs Manager
by momoko saunders 23 Sep '21

23 Sep '21

Hi all,The Community Cycling Center is hiring for a Community Programs Manager. https://communitycyclingcenter.org/about/jobs/community-programs-manager/ I would be happy to answer any questions about the org and the position. Cheers, -Momoko

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Re: [TheThinkTank] Thethinktank Digest, Vol 180, Issue 2
by Adam-Phoenix Mitchell 12 Sep '21

12 Sep '21

Thanks for the replies. That is helpful. However, I guess I'm still not clear whether e-bike conversions we do at the shop (rather than club rides with rider owned e-bikes) would be covered by general liability insurance. Does anyone have any further insights? Cheers, Phoenix On Fri, Sep 10, 2021 at 4:10 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. E-bike conversion insurance? (Adam-Phoenix Mitchell) > 2. Re: E-bike conversion insurance? (Jesse Cooper) > 3. Re: E-bike conversion insurance? (maggie(a)river2sealoop.org) > > > > ---------- Forwarded message ---------- > From: Adam-Phoenix Mitchell <mitch.ad(a)gmail.com> > To: thethinktank(a)lists.bikecollectives.org > Cc: > Bcc: > Date: Fri, 10 Sep 2021 10:14:41 -0400 > Subject: [TheThinkTank] E-bike conversion insurance? > Hello all, > > We are trying to determine if we need insurance (beyond general liability) > to cover e-bike conversions on used bikes. Not totally sure if general > liability insurance would cover this and I assume it may depend on the > carrier. > > I'm also not totally clear why there would be any difference between this > and a normal refurbished bike we sell, in terms of liability. > > Any insights would be appreciated! > > Cheers, > Phoenix > Freeride Montpelier Community Bike Shop > > > > ---------- Forwarded message ---------- > From: Jesse Cooper <jessecooper0(a)gmail.com> > To: The Think Tank <thethinktank(a)lists.bikecollectives.org> > Cc: > Bcc: > Date: Fri, 10 Sep 2021 08:41:22 -0700 > Subject: Re: [TheThinkTank] E-bike conversion insurance? > I think the take away I got from bike shop forums was an issue of battery > fires at the worst end of the spectrum, and endangerment from improper > installations at the the other end. I don't about the Us, but in so called > canada there's also liability issues if systems are tuned to exceed.30km > under motor power, either throttle or assist. It's worth checking your > municipal as well as state and federal ebike codes. 🤷‍♀️ > > On Fri., Sep. 10, 2021, 07:15 Adam-Phoenix Mitchell <mitch.ad(a)gmail.com> > wrote: > >> Hello all, >> >> We are trying to determine if we need insurance (beyond general >> liability) to cover e-bike conversions on used bikes. Not totally sure if >> general liability insurance would cover this and I assume it may depend on >> the carrier. >> >> I'm also not totally clear why there would be any difference between this >> and a normal refurbished bike we sell, in terms of liability. >> >> Any insights would be appreciated! >> >> Cheers, >> Phoenix >> Freeride Montpelier Community Bike Shop >> ____________________________________ >> >> The ThinkTank mailing List >> >> Unsubscribe from this list here: >> http://lists.bikecollectives.org/options.cgi/thethinktank-bikecollectives.o… >> >> > > > ---------- Forwarded message ---------- > From: <maggie(a)river2sealoop.org> > To: "'The Think Tank'" <thethinktank(a)lists.bikecollectives.org> > Cc: > Bcc: > Date: Fri, 10 Sep 2021 14:24:00 -0400 > Subject: Re: [TheThinkTank] E-bike conversion insurance? > > Here is the notice from our insurance company that we get through League > of American bicyclists. I read this to mean any bike that meets the Class > 1 or Class 3 (pedal assist) legal criteria is covered by them and that has > been their policy consistently. Class 2’s (throttle) are not covered and > never have been. > > > > *From:* Rene Waterson rwaterson(a)americanspecialty.com > *Sent:* Friday, August 27, 2021 9:02 AM > *Subject:* Electric Bikes - Clarification on Coverage > > > > Club Leaders: > > There has been some confusion relative to how the League’s liability > insurance program applies to the use of electric bicycles during club > activities. The purpose of this correspondence is to clarify the intent of > the liability policy. It is important to note that coverage for electric > bicycles for club activities has not changed from prior years and is > consistent with what we believe to be industry standards. > > > > For the purposes of this communication, the definition of electric bicycle > is consistent with the CPSC definition > <https://nam11.safelinks.protection.outlook.com/?url=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.cpsc.…> > and the League’s position > <https://nam11.safelinks.protection.outlook.com/?url=https%3A%2F%2Fbikeleagu…> > on electric bicycles: > > > > - Class 1 electric bicycle shall mean an electric bicycle equipped > with a motor that provides assistance only when the rider is pedaling, and > that ceases to provide assistance when the bicycle reaches the speed of 20 > miles per hour. > - Class 2 electric bicycle shall mean an electric bicycle equipped > with a motor that may be used exclusively to propel the bicycle and that is > not capable of providing assistance when the bicycle reaches the speed of > 20 miles per hour. > - Class 3 electric bicycle shall mean an electric bicycle equipped > with a motor that provides assistance only when the rider is pedaling, and > that ceases to provide assistance when the bicycle reaches the speed of 28 > miles per hour. > > > > Based on the language from the insurance policy, losses arising from the > use of a Class 2 electric bicycle would not be covered under the League’s > club insurance program. Again, this is consistent with prior year’s > coverage and our understanding of industry standards. Given that it could > be difficult for a Club to determine which class of an electric bicycle is > being used during club activities, clubs may consider notifying club > members and club activity participants that Class 2 electric bicycles are > not permitted. This is a business decision for the Club. We have created a > sample acknowledgement for users of electric bicycles for the club’s > consideration. Please note utilizing this acknowledgement is NOT an > insurance requirement and should be reviewed with the club’s local legal > counsel prior to implementing. The acknowledgement should remain > independent of the standard release of liability waiver (in other words, we > do not recommend combining the two or replacing one with the other). > > > > We realize that some clubs may have been notified during the 2021 policy > period that Class 3 electric bicycles are not covered and we apologize for > the confusion. Please note that this is a summary of coverage and the > policy will govern any discrepancies between this summary and the actual > policy. If you have any questions or would like to discuss further, please > do not hesitate to reach out to Rene Waterson at > rwaterson(a)americanspeicalty.com. > > > > Thanks! > > > > Rene > > > > *Rene Waterson, AIS, AINS *| Account Manager, Special Programs > > American Specialty Insurance & Risk Services, Inc. > > 7609 W Jefferson Blvd, Suite 100, Fort Wayne, IN 46804 > > Direct: 260-969-5392 | Toll Free: 800-245-2744 > > > > americanspecialty.com > > americanspecialtyexpress.com > > > > [image: Image result for linkedin link photo] > <https://www.linkedin.com/company/american-specialty-insurance-&-risk-servic…> > > > > IMPORTANT: Please note that American Specialty cannot bind, alter, or > cancel any coverage without speaking to, and receiving confirmation from, a > licensed agent. Further note that American Specialty Insurance & Risk > Services, Inc. also conducts business as A.S.I.R.S.I. Insurance Agency in > the state of California, American Specialty Insurance & Risk Services > Agency in the state of Michigan, and A S Insurance & Risk Services Agency > in the state of New York. CONFIDENTIALITY NOTICE: The information contained > in this communication, including attachments, is privileged and > confidential. It is intended only for the exclusive use of the addressee. > If the reader of this message is not the intended recipient, or the > employee or agent responsible for delivering it to the intended recipient, > you are hereby notified that any dissemination, distribution, or copying of > this communication is strictly prohibited. NOTE: Although we have taken > steps to ensure that this e-mail and its attachments (if any) are free from > any virus, the recipient should, in keeping with good computing practice, > also check this e-mail and any attachments for the presence of viruses. If > you have received this communication in error, please notify us by > telephone immediately at 260-969-5203 or e-mail at > contact(a)americanspecialty.com. Thank you. > > > > > > *From:* Thethinktank <thethinktank-bounces(a)lists.bikecollectives.org> *On > Behalf Of *Jesse Cooper > *Sent:* Friday, September 10, 2021 11:41 AM > *To:* The Think Tank <thethinktank(a)lists.bikecollectives.org> > *Subject:* Re: [TheThinkTank] E-bike conversion insurance? > > > > I think the take away I got from bike shop forums was an issue of battery > fires at the worst end of the spectrum, and endangerment from improper > installations at the the other end. I don't about the Us, but in so called > canada there's also liability issues if systems are tuned to exceed.30km > under motor power, either throttle or assist. It's worth checking your > municipal as well as state and federal ebike codes. 🤷‍♀️ > > > > On Fri., Sep. 10, 2021, 07:15 Adam-Phoenix Mitchell <mitch.ad(a)gmail.com> > wrote: > > Hello all, > > > > We are trying to determine if we need insurance (beyond general liability) > to cover e-bike conversions on used bikes. Not totally sure if general > liability insurance would cover this and I assume it may depend on the > carrier. > > > > I'm also not totally clear why there would be any difference between this > and a normal refurbished bike we sell, in terms of liability. > > > > Any insights would be appreciated! > > > > Cheers, > > Phoenix > > Freeride Montpelier Community Bike Shop > > ____________________________________ > > The ThinkTank mailing List > > Unsubscribe from this list here: > http://lists.bikecollectives.org/options.cgi/thethinktank-bikecollectives.o… > > _______________________________________________ > Thethinktank mailing list > Thethinktank(a)lists.bikecollectives.org > > http://lists.bikecollectives.org/listinfo.cgi/thethinktank-bikecollectives.… >

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E-bike conversion insurance?
by Adam-Phoenix Mitchell 10 Sep '21

10 Sep '21

Hello all, We are trying to determine if we need insurance (beyond general liability) to cover e-bike conversions on used bikes. Not totally sure if general liability insurance would cover this and I assume it may depend on the carrier. I'm also not totally clear why there would be any difference between this and a normal refurbished bike we sell, in terms of liability. Any insights would be appreciated! Cheers, Phoenix Freeride Montpelier Community Bike Shop

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Bike!Bike! Everywhere!/¡Dondequiera! 2021 - Nov. 12-14
by Bike!Bike! Everywhere! 07 Sep '21

07 Sep '21

You are invited to Bike!Bike! Everywhere! 2021 <http://en.bikebike.org>. *Please forward this invitation to other community bike organizations*. *What:* *Bike!Bike! Everywhere! 2021 is the online version of the annual Bike!Bike! - a conference for community bike organizations.* It is an international get-together where people share experiences and ideas about community bike projects. *When: Friday, Nov. 12 - Sunday, Nov. 14.* *Where: Online.* Zoom for audio/video meetings and Discord for text chat. *How: Sign up at* *en.bikebike.org* <http://en.bikebike.org>*. Registration Deadline is Sunday, Sept. 26.* (It will ask some questions about housing, food, etc. that don't make sense for an online conference. Answer those however you want; we'll ignore them.) More details below... ------------------------------------------------------ Esta es la invitación a Bike!Bike! ¡Dondequiera! 2021 <http://es.bikebike.org>. *Por favor, reenvía esta invitación a otras organizaciones ciclistas y talleres comunitarios que conozcas*. *¿Qué es? ¡Bike!Bike! ¡Dondequiera! ¡2021 es la versión en línea de la conferencia anual ¡Bike!Bike! - una conferencia para organizaciones ciclistas y talleres comunitarios.* Se trata de un encuentro internacional en el que se comparten experiencias e ideas sobre proyectos comunitarios en bicicleta. *¿Cuándo? Del viernes 12 al domingo 14 de noviembre.* *¿Dónde? En línea.* Zoom para las reuniones de audio/vídeo y Discord para el chat de texto. *¿Cómo? Inscríbete en* *es.bikebike.org* <http://es.bikebike.org>*. La fecha límite de inscripción es el domingo 26 de septiembre.* (Se harán algunas preguntas sobre alojamiento, comida, etc. que no tienen sentido para una conferencia en línea. Responde a ellas como quieras; no las tomaremos en cuenta. Más detalles abajo... ------------------------------------------------------ *Who:* Everyone who is involved with or interested in community/non-profit bike projects is invited. We plan to have simultaneous interpretation in English and Spanish for audio/video sessions, and French may be available depending on monolingual French speaker interest at registration. *Why:* You love bike-related things. You love community. You love communities of bike people. You don't want to travel (pandemic, environmentalism, expense). You want to be a part of a community of community bike people. *Frequently Asked Questions:* *Can/should I propose a workshop? How?* Yes! You can propose a workshop when you register. Attendees can select the workshops they are most interested in, and we will take that into account when scheduling the events. *What kind of workshop should I propose?* That's up to you! We are expecting most workshops to be either "presentations" where one person or a few people do most of the talking, or "discussions" where a facilitator leads a conversation that everyone participates in. If you want to try another format, though, go for it! (Anyone want to do a text-based discussion via Discord?) There are lists of workshops from previous years: 2019 <https://en.bikebike.org/conferences/Tijuana2019/workshops/> 2018 <https://en.bikebike.org/conferences/LosAngeles2018/workshops/> 2017 <https://en.bikebike.org/conferences/Winnipeg2017/workshops/> 2016 <https://www.bikecollectives.org/wiki/Bike!Bike!_2016> 2015 <http://w.bikecollectives.org/index.php?title=Bike!Bike!_2015> 2013 <http://w.bikecollectives.org/index.php?title=Bike!Bike!_2013> 2012 <http://w.bikecollectives.org/index.php?title=Bike!Bike!_2012> 2011 <http://w.bikecollectives.org/index.php?title=Bike!Bike!_2011>. Topics of interest from the preliminary interest survey are listed here. <https://docs.google.com/document/d/11QEGMitvaDv33Q2G9SgSUOG8edfIGW-QFBUEyPG…> *Why is the registration process asking me about housing and food? I thought this was a virtual conference!* Yep. It's a virtual conference, but the website was designed for in-person events. Some of those questions are baked into the design, and we can't change them. Answer however you like - we'll disregard them. We cannot feed or house you on the internet. (-: *What time of day is the conference?* We will try to schedule events at various times so they're available to people with different schedules and in different time zones. *Why are you using Zoom/Discord?* We chose to prioritize Bike!Bike!'s tradition of Language Justice. We would love to use platforms that are open source and end-to-end encrypted, but we aren't aware of any open source software or end-to-end encrypted platforms with simultaneous interpretation features in the same league as Zoom. Discord has good machine translation features and a much friendlier user interface than any of the alternatives we have found. If you think there's another platform that would be a better fit, please email darin(a)darinwick.com - we'd love to hear about it! *Who is organizing this?* Volunteers & compañerxs (companions)! Most of us are or have been involved in bike collectives/other community bike organizations/cross-language projects. Bike Farm in Portland, OR is handling the finances. *How do I donate money?* You can donate to help fund Bike!Bike! Everywhere! when you register. *Why donate money?* We would love to pay translators and interpreters this year - translation and simultaneous interpretation are a lot of work and require some serious skill. If there are funds left over, they will be set aside for future Bike!Bike! events. *How do I volunteer?* In addition to facilitating or presenting a workshop, you can help with administrative logistics, tech support, planning, communications, translation, interpretation, and so much more! Please email bikebikeeverywhere(a)gmail.com and we can connect you with the to-do spreadsheets and the email work group listservs. ------------------------------------------------------ *¿Quién puede inscribirse?* Cualquier persona que este interesada en proyectos comunitarios/sin ánimo de lucro en bicicleta. Tenemos previsto contar con interpretación simulatanea en inglés y español para las sesiones de audio y vídeo. Dependiendo del interés de personas monolingues en francés durante la inscirpción, es posible que también haya interpretación en el idioma. *¿Por qué?* Te gustan las cosas relacionadas con la bicicleta. Te gusta la comunidad ciclista. No quieres viajar (pandemia, ecologismo, gastos). Quieres formar parte de una comunidad de gente ciclista. *Preguntas frecuentes:* *¿Puedo/debo proponer un taller? ¿Cómo?* Sí, puedes proponer un taller al inscribirte. Quienes asistentes pueden seleccionar los talleres que más les interesen, y lo tendremos en cuenta a la hora de programar los eventos. *¿Qué tipo de taller debo proponer?* ¡Eso depende de ti! Esperamos que la mayoría sean "presentaciones" en las que una persona o unas pocas personas son las que más hablan, o bien "debates" en los que una persona dirige/facilita una conversación en la que se participa por igual. Sin embargo, si quieres probar otro formato, ¡hazlo! (¿Alguien quiere hacer un debate basado en texto a través de Discord?) Hay listas de talleres de años anteriores: 2019 <https://es.bikebike.org/conferences/Tijuana2019/workshops/> 2018 <https://es.bikebike.org/conferences/LosAngeles2018/workshops/> 2017 <https://es.bikebike.org/conferences/Winnipeg2017/workshops/> 2016 (eng) <https://www.bikecollectives.org/wiki/Bike!Bike!_2016> 2015 (eng) <https://www.bikecollectives.org/wiki/Bike!Bike!_2015> 2013 <https://www.dropbox.com/sh/nii0541mwp5d8w2/AAC8kYs4sKCcXngZ11RxbMypa?previe…> 2012 (eng) <https://www.bikecollectives.org/wiki/Bike!Bike!_2012> 2011 <https://www.bikecollectives.org/wiki/Bike!Bike!_2011>. Los temas de interés de la encuesta de interés preliminar se enumeran aquí. <https://docs.google.com/document/d/11QEGMitvaDv33Q2G9SgSUOG8edfIGW-QFBUEyPG…> *¿Por qué en el proceso de inscripción me pregunta por el alojamiento y la comida? Creía que era una conferencia virtual!* Sí. Es una conferencia virtual, pero el sitio web fue diseñado para eventos presenciales. Algunas de esas preguntas están integradas en el diseño y no podemos cambiarlas. Responde como quieras, no las tendremos en cuenta. No podemos alimentarte ni alojarte en Internet. (-: *¿A qué hora es la conferencia?* Intentaremos programar los eventos a varias horas para que estén disponibles para personas con diferentes horarios y en diferentes zonas horarias. *¿Por qué se utiliza Zoom/Discord?* Hemos decidido dar prioridad a la tradición de Justicia Lingüística de Bike!Bike! Nos encantaría utilizar plataformas de código abierto y encriptadas de extremo a extremo, pero no conocemos ninguna plataforma de software libre o cifrado de extremo a extremo con funciones de interpretación simultanea de la misma categoría que Zoom. Discord tiene buenas funciones de traducción automática y una interfaz de usuario mucho más amigable que cualquiera de las alternativas que hemos encontrado. Si crees que hay otra plataforma que encaje mejor, envíanos un correo electrónico a darin(a)darinwick.com. ¡Nos encantaría conocerla! *¿Quién lo organiza?* ¡Voluntarixs y compañerxs! La mayoría nos hemos ivolucrado en colectivos ciclistas/otros grupos comunitarios de ciclistas/projectos multilingües. Bike Farm, de Portland, OR, se encarga de las finanzas. *¿Cómo puedo donar dinero?* ¡Cuando te registres puedes donar a ¡Bike!Bike! Everywhere! y ayudar a su financiamiento! *¿Por qué donar dinero?* Nos encantaría poder pagar a lxs traductores y intérpretes este año, ya que la interpretación simultanea es un gran trabajo y requiere una gran habilidad. ¡Si sobran fondos, se reservarán para futuros eventos de ¡Bike!Bike! *¿Cómo puedo ser voluntarix?* Además de facilitar o presentar un taller, puedes ayudar con la logística administrativa, el apoyo técnico, la planificación, las comunicaciones, la traducción, la interpretación y mucho más. Envía un correo electrónico a bikebikeeverywhere(a)gmail.com y le pondremos en contacto con las hojas de cálculo de tareas pendientes y las listas de correo electrónico del grupo de trabajo.

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Group Ride Protocols
by Molly Miksa 17 Aug '21

17 Aug '21

Hi there, Not shop related, but I thought it was worth a try. London Cycle Link has a group working on protocols for marshaling and group rides. So far it's a bit heavy on legal/rules of the road stuff, and a bit light on best practices and tips for organizing rides and marshaling. Does anyone have a document or resource they could share? Many thanks, Molly Molly Miksa Executive Director [image: londoncyclelink.ca] <https://www.londoncyclelink.ca/>

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Re: [TheThinkTank] Group Ride Protocols
by Trevor Clarke 13 Aug '21

13 Aug '21

Hi all, Our friend Oboi Reed put together a Squad Training Manual that has been tweaked for a few rides around Chicago. He's happy to have it shared widely. Between the link below and the attachment, I hope it gets around! https://docs.google.com/presentation/d/1FsuUSkoYAC8ICv7iOAjrBo7TU2nW7gBT/ed… Cheers, Trevor > > > 1. Group Ride Protocols (Molly Miksa) > 2. Re: Group Ride Protocols (maggie(a)river2sealoop.org) > > > > ---------- Forwarded message ---------- > From: Molly Miksa <director(a)londoncyclelink.ca> > To: The Think Tank <thethinktank(a)lists.bikecollectives.org> > Cc: > Bcc: > Date: Fri, 13 Aug 2021 10:40:59 -0400 > Subject: [TheThinkTank] Group Ride Protocols > Hi there, > > Not shop related, but I thought it was worth a try. > > London Cycle Link has a group working on protocols for marshaling and > group rides. So far it's a bit heavy on legal/rules of the road stuff, and > a bit light on best practices and tips for organizing rides and marshaling. > Does anyone have a document or resource they could share? > > Many thanks, > Molly > > > Molly Miksa > Executive Director > [image: londoncyclelink.ca] > <https://www.londoncyclelink.ca/> > > > > ---------- Forwarded message ---------- > From: <maggie(a)river2sealoop.org> > To: "'The Think Tank'" <thethinktank(a)lists.bikecollectives.org> > Cc: > Bcc: > Date: Fri, 13 Aug 2021 11:56:24 -0400 > Subject: Re: [TheThinkTank] Group Ride Protocols > > Hello, I would also be very interest in this. We’ve organized quite a > few rides and associated events/ribbon cuttings/picnics/celebrations and > could contribute but don’t have anything formalized as a resource yet. > > > > > > <https://www.river2sealoop.org/> > > Marguerite Ellen Ardito, President > > St Johns River-to-Sea Loop Alliance <https://www.river2sealoop.org/> > > VISION, COMMITMENT, PERSEVERANCE > > for equitable, active mobility > > DeLand, FL > > 321-795-3179 > > Maggie(a)river2sealoop.org > > River2sealoop.org <https://www.river2sealoop.org/> > > Facebook.com/SJR2C <https://www.facebook.com/SJR2C> > > Facebook.com/FLGreenway <https://www.facebook.com/FlGreenway/> > > *“Nothing can withstand the force of an idea whose time has come” * > > > > > > > > *From:* Thethinktank <thethinktank-bounces(a)lists.bikecollectives.org> *On > Behalf Of *Molly Miksa > *Sent:* Friday, August 13, 2021 10:41 AM > *To:* The Think Tank <thethinktank(a)lists.bikecollectives.org> > *Subject:* [TheThinkTank] Group Ride Protocols > > > > Hi there, > > > > Not shop related, but I thought it was worth a try. > > > > London Cycle Link has a group working on protocols for marshaling and > group rides. So far it's a bit heavy on legal/rules of the road stuff, and > a bit light on best practices and tips for organizing rides and marshaling. > Does anyone have a document or resource they could share? > > > > Many thanks, > > Molly > > > > > > Molly Miksa > > Executive Director > > [image: londoncyclelink.ca] > <https://www.londoncyclelink.ca/> > _______________________________________________ > Thethinktank mailing list > Thethinktank(a)lists.bikecollectives.org > > http://lists.bikecollectives.org/listinfo.cgi/thethinktank-bikecollectives.… > -- *Trevor Clarke *(he, him, his) *Executive Director* Working Bikes *|* 2434 S Western Ave. Chicago, IL 60608 *P* 773.847.5440 *M* 312.772.3738 www.workingbikes.org

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Now hiring north of Seattle: Bike Service Manager
by Kristin Kinnamon 10 Aug '21

10 Aug '21

Sharing Wheels Community Bike Shop is looking for an experienced bicycle service manager in Everett, WA. Sharing Wheels is a busy nonprofit bike shop that refurbishes used bikes, empowers customers to fix their own bikes, and educates volunteers to help with bike repair. If you like working on bikes *and *with people, this job could be for you. We are a solid organization in our 20th year serving the county north of Seattle. Everett is a medium-sized city (home to Boeing and Funko) with a growing music, art and bike scene. The Sharing Wheels Service Manager oversees every aspect of the shop service department operations as well as developing volunteer mechanics. As our only full-time employee, you will be responsible for ensuring outstanding customer service, quality bike repair and refurbishment, and supporting programs such as classes, kids bikes, and mobile repair clinics. The year-round service manager will join a staff team that includes our executive director, shop coordinator and many dedicated volunteers. See our job post and website for more information. <https://sharingwheels.org/about/job-openings/> -- Kristin Kinnamon Sharing Wheels Community Bike Shop, board president B.I.K.E.S. Club of Snohomish County, past president 425-923-7868 (personal cell)

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B!KE hiring for an Executive Director
by Tegan Moss [B!KE] 09 Aug '21

09 Aug '21

Dear Members of the Think Tank, During the last 10-years, it has been my great pleasure to be able to use B!KE as a platform to promote cycling, to celebrate learning, and to get my hands dirty while building community. As a professional and as an activist, I am ready to seek new challenges and to use my skills to more directly address the climate crisis. On September 7th, I will start employment as the Executive Director with one of B!KE’s partner organizations, GreenUP. In the next two months, B!KE will be hiring our next Executive Director. Our board, staff, and volunteers are fully committed to ensuring that B!KE stays focused on our goals of education and empowerment through this transition. I have full confidence in B!KE as an independent organization that will continue to succeed and thrive as a part of the local cycling community. If you or someone you know is excited to lead the community movement happening here in Nogojiwanong/Peterborough please apply. The posting can be found on our website at communitybikeshop.org/opportunities and I have attached it in .pdf format to this email. Sincerely, Tegan -- Executive Director B!KE: The Peterborough Community Bike Shop 293 George St, Peterborough ON (705) 775-7227 communitybikeshop.org she/her

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Hiring Education Program Manager in Arlington, VA
by Phoenix Bikes 03 Aug '21

03 Aug '21

Hi Everyone, I'm the executive director of Phoenix Bikes <https://www.phoenixbikes.org/> in Arlington, VA. We're a nonprofit that uniquely combines youth education programs with a full-service bike shop. Over the past 14 years, we've engaged over 2,000 middle and high school students in our mechanics and riding programs, including over 1,000 who have learned mechanics and earned their own bike with us for free through our earn-a-bike program. We're hiring for our Education Program Manager position. This is the leader responsible for planning and executing our youth education programs and is super mission-critical, so we need to find someone fantastic! We're looking for someone passionate about 6th-12th grade students, with 3+ years of youth teaching/mentoring training, and with mechanics and riding experience (or a willingness to learn super fast). The salary range is $46-$48K. More details and instructions for applying are in the job posting here: https://www.idealist.org/en/nonprofit-job/af4d1857b20f408087281bceca1204f7-…. If you know of anyone you think might be interested, please spread the word! Emily Gage Executive Director

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Re: [TheThinkTank] Thethinktank Digest, Vol 178, Issue 3
by Adam-Phoenix Mitchell 16 Jul '21

16 Jul '21

We definitely are. I'd be happy to chat with you about it. Phoenix Freeride Montpelier On Thu, Jul 15, 2021 at 4:39 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. Airtable, Anyone? (Josh Bisker) > 2. Re: Airtable, Anyone? (maggie(a)river2sealoop.org) > > > > ---------- Forwarded message ---------- > From: Josh Bisker <jbisker(a)gmail.com> > To: The Think Tank <thethinktank(a)lists.bikecollectives.org> > Cc: > Bcc: > Date: Wed, 14 Jul 2021 18:21:45 -0400 > Subject: [TheThinkTank] Airtable, Anyone? > Anyone using Airtable to do volunteer management, including signing up for > (and into) work shifts? > > Josh Bisker | 914-500-9890 | Executive Director, Mechanical Gardens Bike > Co-op <http://bikecoop.nyc/> > Summer Donation Drive is ON! Support Bike Equity in NYC Today! > <http://bikecoop.nyc/donate> > Funkrust Brass Band <http://funkrust.com/> | Kessel Run Radio Show on > Maker Park Radio > <https://makerparkradio.nyc/shows/the-kessel-run-w-joshjoshjosh/> > > > > ---------- Forwarded message ---------- > From: <maggie(a)river2sealoop.org> > To: "'The Think Tank'" <thethinktank(a)lists.bikecollectives.org> > Cc: > Bcc: > Date: Wed, 14 Jul 2021 21:08:14 -0400 > Subject: Re: [TheThinkTank] Airtable, Anyone? > > I would be interested in knowing people that use Airtable for anything > related to nonprofits for cycling and/or trails including volunteer > management. We use Airtable but not in a very sophisticated way – I know > it has much more power & capability than just a coded contact table but we > haven’t taken full advantage of it yet. > > > > *From:* Thethinktank <thethinktank-bounces(a)lists.bikecollectives.org> *On > Behalf Of *Josh Bisker > *Sent:* Wednesday, July 14, 2021 6:22 PM > *To:* The Think Tank <thethinktank(a)lists.bikecollectives.org> > *Subject:* [TheThinkTank] Airtable, Anyone? > > > > Anyone using Airtable to do volunteer management, including signing up for > (and into) work shifts? > > > Josh Bisker | 914-500-9890 | Executive Director, Mechanical Gardens Bike > Co-op <http://bikecoop.nyc/> > > Summer Donation Drive is ON! Support Bike Equity in NYC Today! > <http://bikecoop.nyc/donate> > > Funkrust Brass Band <http://funkrust.com/> | Kessel Run Radio Show on > Maker Park Radio > <https://makerparkradio.nyc/shows/the-kessel-run-w-joshjoshjosh/> > _______________________________________________ > Thethinktank mailing list > Thethinktank(a)lists.bikecollectives.org > > http://lists.bikecollectives.org/listinfo.cgi/thethinktank-bikecollectives.… >

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Airtable, Anyone?
by Josh Bisker 14 Jul '21

14 Jul '21

Anyone using Airtable to do volunteer management, including signing up for (and into) work shifts? Josh Bisker | 914-500-9890 | Executive Director, Mechanical Gardens Bike Co-op <http://bikecoop.nyc/> Summer Donation Drive is ON! Support Bike Equity in NYC Today! <http://bikecoop.nyc/donate> Funkrust Brass Band <http://funkrust.com/> | Kessel Run Radio Show on Maker Park Radio <https://makerparkradio.nyc/shows/the-kessel-run-w-joshjoshjosh/>

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Re: [TheThinkTank] Thethinktank Digest, Vol 178, Issue 1
by Stuart Nottingham 01 Jul '21

01 Jul '21

The world could use more Paul Hammers. > > > 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. RIP Paul Hammer (MARK) > > > ---------------------------------------------------------------------- > > Message: 1 > Date: Wed, 30 Jun 2021 22:52:32 +0000 (UTC) > From: MARK <mhoffman0(a)snet.net> > To: "thethinktank(a)lists.bikecollectives.org" > <thethinktank(a)lists.bikecollectives.org> > Subject: [TheThinkTank] RIP Paul Hammer > Message-ID: <714512967.280863.1625093552981(a)mail.yahoo.com> > Content-Type: text/plain; charset="utf-8" > > Peace Prophet Paul Hammer Dies At 64 | New Haven Independent > > > | > | > | > | | | > > | > > | > | > | | > Peace Prophet Paul Hammer Dies At 64 | New Haven Independent > > Paul Hammer jumped to his death from the Air Rights Garage. I think he?d > be comfortable with that fact leading h... > | > > | > > | > > > Mark HoffmanBike New Britain (CT) >

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RIP Paul Hammer
by MARK 30 Jun '21

30 Jun '21

Peace Prophet Paul Hammer Dies At 64 | New Haven Independent | | | | | | | | | | | Peace Prophet Paul Hammer Dies At 64 | New Haven Independent Paul Hammer jumped to his death from the Air Rights Garage. I think he’d be comfortable with that fact leading h... | | | Mark HoffmanBike New Britain (CT)

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Insurance
by Elmira Bikes 29 Jun '21

29 Jun '21

Hey friends, Do y'all know of or have specific insurance coverage for your community bike operations? I got basic renter insurance for a community shop here but know little about it and it could probably be improved. Thanks! Tara

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Job Openings at The Salt Lake City Bicycle Collective
by Ikaika Cox 18 Jun '21

18 Jun '21

*The Salt Lake City Bicycle Collective is hiring! Join our team of passionate pedalers and help us provide bicycles to our community. There are currently multiple full and part time positions open, we’d love for you to join us.We are currently accepting applications for the following positions: - Online Sales- Open Shop Facilitator- Bike Valet Assistant Coordinator- Part-Time Bicycle Mechanic- Youth Program Coordinator (Available August 1st, 2021)For detailed job descriptions, please visit https://bicyclecollective.org/about-the-salt-lake-bicycle-collective/slc-ca… <https://bicyclecollective.org/about-the-salt-lake-bicycle-collective/slc-ca…>We’d love to hear from you if you have any questions! Just email slc(a)bicyclecollective.org <slc(a)bicyclecollective.org>Bicycle Collective is a 501c3 nonprofit organization. The mission of the Bicycle Collective is to promote cycling as an effective and sustainable form of transportation, recreation, 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.The Bicycle Collective is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, national origin, genetics, disability, age, or veteran status. Women, people of color, and people belonging to other underrepresented groups in the bicycling industry are encouraged to apply.*

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Bike!Bike! Everywhere! 2021 Update
by darin 06 Jun '21

06 Jun '21

DATE & SCHEDULE CHANGES - Registration is being pushed back; date TBD. There has been so much interest and excitement about this it's going to take longer to organize than we first thought. - What workshop schedule do you prefer? We are considering whether to have a few workshops each day for around 5 days in a row (October 26-30), or workshops all day for two and a half days (October 29/30/31). Email mailto:bikebikeeverywhere@gmail.com and let us know what you would prefer so we can choose days and times that work best for everyone. ART We need a flier. Think you can do better than this? Submit your entry to mailto:bikebikeeverywhere@gmail.com by May 25. Winner gets free chocolate! GET INVOLVED - To get involved in planning & organizing Bike!Bike! Everywhere! 2021, email mailto:bikebikeeverywhere@gmail.com. (We have a separate email list for planning so we don't overwhelm the ThinkTank.) - Working Groups where we need help: - Language Justice / Translation / Interpretation (Current organizers are enthusiastic about continuing B!B!'s history of language justice. An interpretation and translation group is starting to come together, but needs more volunteers. Contact mailto:bikebikeeverywhere@gmail.com.) - Online Spaces (Contact mailto:darin@darinwick.com to suggest platforms or help research and test them - we're prioritizing language justice & accessibility first, with privacy and autonomy a close second) - Outreach & Communications (Help respond to emails, write announcements, and reach out to other community bike shops around the world. Contact mailto:bikebikeeverywhere@gmail.com.) - There will be more opportunities to volunteer when you sign up to attend the event, too! RECENT PLANNING MEETING - Primary discussion topics were scheduling, software platforms, and working groups. - Minutes are available here: https://cryptpad.fr/file/#/2/file/X1rvyQsosN6MRV2Xxz9rGv8o/ - The next planning meeting is scheduled for Saturday, May 29 at https://dateful.com/eventlink/2872465448. It may be held on Google Meet, or via text chat with machine translation. If you are interested in attending, please email mailto:bikebikeeverywhere@gmail.com to be invited. ----- CAMBIO DE FECHAS Y HORARIOS - La inscripcíon se retrasó; fecha a confirmar. Había tanto interés y entusiasmo por este evento que vamos a necesitar más tiempo para organizárlo que habíamos pensado. - ¿Qué horario de talleres prefieren? Estamos estudiando la posibilidad de organizar unos pocos talleres cada día durante unos 5 días en seguido (26-30 de octubre), o talleres durante todo el día durante dos días y medio (29/30/31 de octubre). Envíe un correo electrónico a mailto:bikebikeeverywhere@gmail.com paradecirnos qué prefieren para poder elegir los días y horarios que mejor se convenga a todxs. ARTE Necesitamos un volante. ¿Cree que puede hacerlo mejor que esto? Envíe su entrada a mailto:bikebikeeverywhere@gmail.com antes del 25 de mayo. ¡Chocolate gratis para lx ganadorx! PARTICIPAR - Si quieren participar en la planificación y organización de Bike!Bike! Dondequiera! 2021, avisen a mailto:bikebikeeverywhere@gmail.com. (Hay una lista de correo electronico dedicada para planear así que no llenar el ThinkTank) - Grupos de Trabajo Donde Necesitamos Ayuda: - Justicia de Lenguaje / Traducción / Interpretación (Hay mucho interés en continuar la historia de justicia de lenguaje en B!B!pero necesitamos urgentemente más traductores, intérpretes y personas con experiencia e interés en la justicia de lenguaje.) - Espacios en la Internet (Avisen a mailto:darin@darinwick.com para sugerir plataformas de software o si queiren investigar y probar plataformas - nuestras primeras prioridades son justicia de lenguajes y accesibilidad, con privacidad y autonomía en segundo lugar.) - Communicaciones (responder a los correos electronicos, escribir anuncios, y contactar a otros proyectos communitarios de bici) También habrá otras oportunidades para voluntarios cuando se inscriba para asistir al evento. REUNIÓN RECIENTE DE PLANIFICACIÓN - Hemos discutido el horario del evento, plataformas de software, y grupos de trabajo. - Actas de la reunión: https://cryptpad.fr/file/#/2/file/X1rvyQsosN6MRV2Xxz9rGv8o/ - La proxima reunión va a ser Sábado, 29 de Mayo a las https://dateful.com/eventlink/2872465448. Todavía no hemos decidido si estará en Google Meet o en un chat de texto con traducción automatica. Si le interesa asistir, envie un correo electronico a mailto:bikebikeeverywhere@gmail.com para ser invitado. (¡Gracias a Francisco para ayuda y correciones en la tradducción al español! -Darin) ----- CHANGEMENTS DE DATE ET DE PROGRAMME - L'inscription est repoussée ; date à déterminer. Il y a eu tellement d'intérêt et d'excitation à ce sujet que l'organisation va prendre plus de temps que prévu. - Quel horaire d'atelier préférez-vous ? Nous réfléchissons à la possibilité d'organiser quelques ateliers chaque jour pendant environ 5 jours d'affilée (26-30 octobre), ou des ateliers toute la journée pendant deux jours et demi (29/30/31 octobre). Envoyez un courriel à mailto:bikebikeeverywhere@gmail.com et dites-nous ce que vous préférez afin que nous puissions choisir les jours et les heures qui conviennent le mieux à tous. ART Nous avons besoin d'un dépliant. Vous pensez pouvoir faire mieux que ça ? Envoyez votre contribution à mailto:bikebikeeverywhere@gmail.com avant le 25 mai. Le gagnant recevra du chocolat gratuit ! S'IMPLIQUER - Pour participer à la planification et à l'organisation de Bike!Bike ! Partout ! 2021, envoyez un courriel à mailto:bikebikeeverywhere@gmail.com. (Nous avons une liste de courriel distincte pour la planification afin de ne pas submerger le ThinkTank). - Groupes de travail : - Justice linguistique / Traduction / Interprétation (Les organisateurs actuels sont enthousiastes à l'idée de poursuivre l'histoire de B!B ! en matière de justice linguistique, mais nous avons un besoin urgent de traducteurs, d'interprètes et de personnes ayant une expérience et un intérêt pour la justice linguistique.) - Espaces en ligne (contactez mailto:darin@darinwick.com pour suggérer des plateformes ou aider à les rechercher et les tester - nous donnons la priorité à la justice linguistique et à l'accessibilité, la vie privée et l'autonomie venant juste après). - Sensibilisation et communication (aidez-nous à répondre aux courriels, à rédiger des annonces et à communiquer avec d'autres boutiques de vélos communautaires dans le monde). - Il y aura d'autres possibilités de bénévolat lorsque vous vous inscrirez pour participer à l'événement ! RÉCENTE RÉUNION DE PLANIFICATION - Les principaux sujets de discussion étaient la programmation, les plateformes logicielles et les groupes de travail. - Le compte-rendu est disponible ici : https://cryptpad.fr/file/#/2/file/X1rvyQsosN6MRV2Xxz9rGv8o/ - La prochaine réunion de planification est prévue pour le samedi 29 mai à https://dateful.com/eventlink/2872465448. Elle pourra se tenir sur Google Meet, ou par chat textuel avec traduction automatique. Si vous souhaitez y assister, veuillez envoyer un courriel à mailto:bikebikeeverywhere@gmail.com. Traduit avec http://www.DeepL.com/Translator (version gratuite) (Nous avons encore besoin d'aide pour la traduction en français!)

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Corvallis Bicycle Collective is hiring
by Corvallis Bicycle Collective 21 May '21

21 May '21

Howdy-- We've got a part-time, permanent position open in Corvallis, Oregon: *The CBC is Hiring: Weekend Assistant Shop Manager* The Corvallis Bicycle Collective seeks a self-directed individual to operate our community bike shop as the Weekend Assistant Shop Manager. This is a part time permanent position. For the full job posting, visit corvallisbikes.org/hiring <http://www.corvallisbikes.org/hiring>. Who we are: The mission of the Corvallis Bicycle Collective is to enhance health, wellness, sustainability and happiness through bicycling. The Corvallis Bicycle Collective (CBC) shop is a community gathering place, a do-it-yourself workshop, a non-traditional retail space, and an ongoing instructional clinic. We sell used bicycles and parts collected by community donations, as well as some new accessories and components. The income from these sales supports the operation of our DIY workstands. The CBC does not offer repair services, instead providing tools, knowledge and support to the community for free during shop hours. Job Overview: The Weekend Assistant Shop Manager is a part time, permanent position reporting to the Shop Manager. The Assistant Shop Manager will manage and oversee all aspects of the shop’s weekend operations, including opening and closing the shop, making sales transactions, accepting donations of bikes and parts, supporting volunteers, and overseeing do-it-yourself repair work. Ron Georg Shop Czar Corvallis Bicycle Collective 541-224-6885 www.corvallisbikes.org

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Quick question
by Angel York 17 May '21

17 May '21

Can you visit the list of *Community Bike Shops* <https://www.bikecollectives.org/wiki/index.php?title=Community_Bicycle_Orga…> and take a look at your area or region? - Do you know about any *shops that should be on this list* but aren't? - Do you know of any shops that are on the list that are *permanently closed* now? If anything is amiss, can you please either update the list or let me know so I can update the list? Thanks, Angel she/her

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Job Opening: Program Coordinator with Cycles of Change in Oakland, Ca
by Ken Eby-Gomez 12 May '21

12 May '21

Hello! Cycles of Change in Oakland Ca is hiring a program coordinator for our Drive Your Bike program, 30-35 hours at $23.50. DYB brings one day bike rodeos and a multi-day curriculum to public schools all over Alameda County. Cycles of Change hosts other programs, such as a community shop, bike clubs, and an adult bike class called Upcycle. DYB coordinator would work with 1.5 other coordinators to staff and train, adjust curriculum for school needs, and work with our funders in the county and schools. 2/3 of the time would be coordinating, and 1/3 would be in an admin committee for our staff collective. Here is the job description in full <https://www.idealist.org/en/nonprofit-job/6dd42b5a19c3410a91dab6e19cf2d72c-…> -Ken

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"Women on Wheels" Discount from Microcosm
by Josh Bisker 11 May '21

11 May '21

Hey pals, some of you might remember that Microcosm offered us a nice insider discount on Adonia's terrific book *Bicycle/Race* before B!B! 2018 in LA. Well, them fine folks are at it again. They've got a new edition of *Women on Wheels *coming out and want us alls to be the first to know, and have sent a discount code our way. See below. Dear Josh, > We hope that you and your Mechanical Gardens/Bike! Bike! crews are well. I > know that you got a big order just last week,* but we want you to be the > first to know about this title, arriving in a few days: > Women on Wheels <https://microcosmpublishing.com/catalog/books/4432#>: > [image: image.png] > History, biking heroines, technology, feminist/bike activism, fashion (*oh > yeah, bloomers!*), and fun, all in one. Lovely spot illustrations, too > (see below). > We had such a good time with the Bicycle/Race > <https://microcosmpublishing.com/catalog/books/7833#> special for Bike! > Bike! people that we made a new coupon (WHEELWOMAN) to enter at checkout to > get a discount on li'l orders (of *Women on Wheels* or anything they > like). Can you help us spread the word? > Best Wishes for an easy breezy summer, and thanks for all you do > [image: image.png] There you have it, pals. Enjoy, enjoy. Josh Josh Bisker | 914-500-9890 | Executive Director, Mechanical Gardens Bike Co-op <http://bikecoop.nyc/> 2021 Winter Donation Drive is ON! Support Bike Equity in NYC Today! <http://bikecoop.nyc/donate> Funkrust Brass Band <http://funkrust.com/> | Kessel Run Radio Show on Maker Park Radio <https://makerparkradio.nyc/shows/the-kessel-run-w-joshjoshjosh/>

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Bike Theft Solutions
by Scott Long 11 May '21

11 May '21

Cool report on how to stop bike theft. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=48V9Xtpgq9I

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Tool List
by Elmira Bikes 10 May '21

10 May '21

Hi y’all, We’re starting up a community bike shop in Elmira, NY! My first of probably many questions is: does anyone have a master list of tools and/or supplies? I would love something to go off of as I compile everything. Thanks! Tara

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Bike!Bike! Everywhere! 2021
by Angel York 08 May '21

08 May '21

100% of interest survey respondents said YES to attending an online Bike!Bike! Everywhere! 2021. It's going to happen. An organization team is coalescing. In the past there have been two types of Bike!Bike!: classic and regional. I am delighted to let you all know that there is now a third type of option available for Bike!Bike!. Bike!Bike! Everywhere!! *DATES* *Registration signups and workshop proposals *are open from *Saturday May 15 - Saturday September 4, 2021. * (If you're a procrastinator, you could make a note on your calendar to celebrate my July 21 birthday with me by filling out the form weeks before the deadline!) *Bike!Bike! Everywhere! 2021 <https://en.bikebike.org/conferences/SouthPole2021/>* will be Friday October 29, Saturday October 30, and a wrap-up on Sunday, October 31.* Times will be announced probably some time in September. These dates are Eastern Standard Time (GMT-5). There were more people from that time zone than all other submitted time zones combined. *link may not be valid until later today, depending on when it gets processed Volunteering We need help with: - translation, interpretation, and language justice (now and event) - facilitation (event) - technical support (event) - research (now) - data entry (now) - social media (now) - and more! Please email bikebikeeverywhere(a)gmail.com if you're interested! Consider including: - the language(s) you feel comfortable communicating in (speaking/reading/writing) - the ways you would like to collaborate/contribute - any ways you would like to be supported as we work together! On a personal note, as a motor minimalist, I am very excited to finally get to attend a Bike!Bike!!

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BikeBike! ? - Any new news?
by momoko saunders 08 May '21

08 May '21

Hey all, This morning I find myself really missing my bike bike friends. I wasn't able to make the one in 2019 and then, well, 2020 was a no go. Any news on plans for 2021? Virtual? we could have it be really informal. Use the BikeBike website to post a topic and instead of a location, it would be a zoom room. Just thinking of you all and wishing you the best wherever you are. Best, -Momoko

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Support Fired Blackstone Bikes Mechanics!
by Experimental Station Union 06 May '21

06 May '21

http://bit.ly/BBWfund For nearly 20 years, Blackstone Bicycle Works has been more than a place to buy a bike or get a flat fixed. From helping customers get sized for their first bike to teaching young people how to build their own bikes, the mechanics at Blackstone have been an integral part of the cycling community and the South Side. Through the pandemic, as interest in cycling surged and the need for safe transportation grew, the mechanics worked through it all to meet our communities’ need for transportation. Just after Christmas, Experimental Station leadership decided to close the shop indefinitely, with only a week’s notice. In January 2021, the three remaining staff mechanics were laid off! Since Josh, Kevin, and Nana were laid off, those who have applied have been denied unemployment. We are asking our communities for monetary support to cover their lost wages. All funds raised will be split between the three mechanics who were laid off! Blackstone Bicycle Works is a community bike shop and youth program based out of the Experimental Station in Woodlawn. It’s been a beloved part of Chicago’s cycling community for decades, and many from the program have had deep and long relationships with the community and the neighborhood. The wide network of alumni and former staff have gone on to start bike shops, programs, and organizing efforts. Too often, though, Blackstone Bicycle Works staff have been treated disposably. While there is much more healing to do and work to prevent these cycles of disposability, the first step is to support our fellow workers. Donate at bit.ly/BBWfund Share our posts: [instagram](https://www.instagram.com/p/COQVzaCBtuy/) [facebook](https://www.facebook.com/expstationunion/posts/123895259799533) [twitter](https://twitter.com/expstationunion/status/1387801834971189249) And here are[text slide images](https://drive.google.com/drive/u/0/folders/1tjez5mVZXReXz-WCjXdCYsy… make your own post! Workers at the Experimental Station Union are fighting for better working conditions for all employees, a safe workplace, the right to address grievances and seek accountability for a more collectively determined future. Our efforts have been met with union busting from the Experimental Station Board. You can read more at [esunion.org](http://esunion.org/) or @expstationunion on [instagram](https://www.instagram.com/expstationunion/), [twitter](https://twitter.com/expstationunion), and [facebook](https://www.facebook.com/expstationunion). Love and solidarity, Experimental Station Union

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Language Justice / Justicia del Lenguaje
by Angel York 05 May '21

05 May '21

I have been learning a lot about language justice recently. A lot of this is new to me because as a motor minimalist, Bike!Bike! has always been too far away for me to attend. I love it! But it's also a surprise because I never see it on the Think Tank. What would bringing language justice to the Think Tank look like? Thanks, Angel she/her ----------- Estoy aprendiendo mucho de justicia del lenguaje recientemente. Mucho de esto es nuevo para me porque yo so una motor minimalista, y Bici!Bici! siempre ha estado demasiado lejos. A mi me gusta esta nuevo (a mi) idea! Pero tambien es una sorpresa porque nunca la veo en el Think Tank. Podemos pensar y discutir como podemos hacer justicia del lenguaje aqui? Gracias, Angel ella P.S. Lo siento, no se donde es mejor usar lox Xs en vez de a or o. Mis profesores no me han ensenado eso 20 anos pasado en la escuela.

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Volunteers in the shop
by Adam-Phoenix Mitchell 02 May '21

02 May '21

Hi y'all, We're wondering what other shops are doing around volunteering at this stage of the pandemic? 1. Are you bringing in new volunteers? If so, how? 2. Are you allowing individuals to work on their bikes in your space? If so, how? We'd love your input and thoughts! Thanks! --- Freeride Montpelier Community Bike Shop freeridemontpelier.org

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Online interactive bicycle workshops
by Geoffrey Smart 28 Apr '21

28 Apr '21

Hi All This is something Back2Bikes would like to do during Covid I believe this has been discussed previously. We are wondering if since that time anyone has had any luck, experience or advice about launching such an initiative since it was first discussed. Geoff Smart -- Sent from Gmail Mobile

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What are your Constitutions/Bylaws?
by Aaron Shaw 27 Apr '21

27 Apr '21

Hey Bike Collective fam, I’m trying to find some examples of bylaws/constitutions from other community bike projects. Can you share your bylaws with us? Our collective is interested in how other bike collectives are structured and guided through their foundational documents. Here are the Bylaws from the Davis Bike Collective: https://davisbikecollective.org/bylaws/ Thanks! Aaron

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I think that's everyone! And more updates to the wiki.
by Angel York 25 Apr '21

25 Apr '21

Hi all, I think I got everyone who emailed me and/or the list and asked for an update (except for one person who seemed interested in updating it themself). If I haven't gotten to your suggested edits yet, it's because I missed them. But I think that's everyone! Thanks everyone for helping with the Great Directory Update of 2021! Angel PS - Darin keeps chugging away at the Great Wiki Update of 2021. My favorite update so far is that it now forces secure https pages. Darin says the most useful is the visual editor (so you don't have to edit using wiki code unless you want to).

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Major Wiki Usability Update (yesss)
by Angel York 23 Apr '21

23 Apr '21

There were a lot more "hey can u update this for me" than I usually get when I ask for updates to the community bike shops list. I guess it's been a while. SO: The wiki just got brought into the 21st century*. Now! With *visual editing! !! * Major props to Godwin for keeping the site alive and functioning all these years, always fixing bugs on short notice. Major props to Darin for the latest update. Minor props to me, because Darin let me hit all the buttons during the update process. :D Without further ado, *sign yourself up* <https://www.bikecollectives.org/wiki/index.php?title=Special:RequestAccount> and let's dust off the wiki! Thanks, Angel PS - You may notice a minor (bright red) visual bug. We'll figure it out. Everything else seems to work. * ok not really. did wikis even exist in the 20th century?

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Quick Question on Shop list
by Brandon Babbitt 21 Apr '21

21 Apr '21

Querencia Community bike shop from Denton, TX, USA has closed. Bike Friendly South Dallas WeCycle Center from Dallas, TX, USA should be added to the list (https://www.bikefriendlysouthdallas.org/) Brandon On Tue, Apr 20, 2021, 7:53 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. Quick question (Angel York) > 2. Re: Quick question (greg) > 3. Re: Quick question (Jean-Fran?ois Caron) > 4. Re: Quick question (Caleb Evenson) > 5. Re: Quick question (Ross Willard) > > > > ---------- Forwarded message ---------- > From: Angel York <aniola(a)gmail.com> > To: The Think Tank <thethinktank(a)lists.bikecollectives.org> > Cc: > Bcc: > Date: Tue, 20 Apr 2021 09:28:21 -0700 > Subject: [TheThinkTank] Quick question > Can you visit the list of *Community Bike Shops* > <https://www.bikecollectives.org/wiki/index.php?title=Community_Bicycle_Orga…> > and take a look at your area or region? > > - Do you know about any *shops that should be on this list* but aren't? > - Do you know of any shops that are on the list that are *permanently > closed* now? > > > If anything is amiss, can you please either update the list or let me know > so I can update the list? > > Thanks, > Angel > she/her > > > > ---------- Forwarded message ---------- > From: greg <gregferg2(a)gmail.com> > To: The Think Tank <thethinktank(a)lists.bikecollectives.org> > Cc: > Bcc: > Date: Tue, 20 Apr 2021 12:35:18 -0400 > Subject: Re: [TheThinkTank] Quick question > Hi Angel- > > We are not on the list. i don’t know how to get on it. We have two > locations. Both are in Suffolk County, Long Island, NY > > Greg Ferguson > Brookhaven Bicycle Co-op > 8 Flower Fields, Unit 18 > St. James, NY 11780 > > Brookhaven Bicycle Co-op > 511 Eastport Manor Road > Manorville, NY 11949 > > web: bbcoop.org > Phone: (631) 371-3886 > > > Thanks, > Greg > > > On Apr 20, 2021, at 12:28 PM, Angel York <aniola(a)gmail.com> wrote: > > Can you visit the list of *Community Bike Shops* > <https://www.bikecollectives.org/wiki/index.php?title=Community_Bicycle_Orga…> > and take a look at your area or region? > > - Do you know about any *shops that should be on this list* but aren't? > - Do you know of any shops that are on the list that are *permanently > closed* now? > > > If anything is amiss, can you please either update the list or let me know > so I can update the list? > > Thanks, > Angel > she/her > ____________________________________ > > The ThinkTank mailing List > > Unsubscribe from this list here: > http://lists.bikecollectives.org/options.cgi/thethinktank-bikecollectives.o… > > > > > > ---------- Forwarded message ---------- > From: "Jean-François Caron" <jfcaron3(a)gmail.com> > To: The Think Tank <thethinktank(a)lists.bikecollectives.org>, greg < > gregferg2(a)gmail.com> > Cc: > Bcc: > Date: Tue, 20 Apr 2021 12:44:17 -0400 > Subject: Re: [TheThinkTank] Quick question > In Kingston, Ontario, Canada there is also: > > Bikes & Boards > Queen's University Student Club > https://myams.org/team-details/bikes-boards/ > Tel: (613) 533-6000 x 78043 > Email: bikesandboards(a)ams.queensu.ca > Location: John Deutsch University Centre – Room 046 > > Gear Up! > An employment program run by Cycle Kingston > http://www.cyclekingston.ca/gear-up.html > Boys and Girls Club Kingston > 559 Bagot St > Kingston, ON > > Jean-François > > On 2021-04-20 12:35 p.m., greg wrote: > > Hi Angel- > > > > We are not on the list. i don’t know how to get on it. We have two > > locations. Both are in Suffolk County, Long Island, NY > > > > Greg Ferguson > > Brookhaven Bicycle Co-op > > 8 Flower Fields, Unit 18 > > St. James, NY 11780 > > > > Brookhaven Bicycle Co-op > > 511 Eastport Manor Road > > Manorville, NY 11949 > > > > web: bbcoop.org <http://bbcoop.org> > > Phone: (631) 371-3886 > > > > > > Thanks, > > Greg > > > > > >> On Apr 20, 2021, at 12:28 PM, Angel York <aniola(a)gmail.com > >> <mailto:aniola@gmail.com>> wrote: > >> > >> Can you visit the list of *Community Bike Shops* > >> < > https://www.bikecollectives.org/wiki/index.php?title=Community_Bicycle_Orga…> > > >> and take a look at your area or region? > >> > >> * Do you know about any *shops that should be on this list* but > aren't? > >> * Do you know of any shops that are on the list that are > >> *permanently closed* now? > >> > >> > >> If anything is amiss, can you please either update the list or let me > >> know so I can update the list? > >> > >> Thanks, > >> Angel > >> she/her > >> ____________________________________ > >> > >> The ThinkTank mailing List > >> > >> Unsubscribe from this list here: > >> > http://lists.bikecollectives.org/options.cgi/thethinktank-bikecollectives.o… > >> > > > > > > ____________________________________ > > > > The ThinkTank mailing List > > > > Unsubscribe from this list here: > http://lists.bikecollectives.org/options.cgi/thethinktank-bikecollectives.o… > > > > > > > ---------- Forwarded message ---------- > From: Caleb Evenson <caevenson(a)gmail.com> > To: The Think Tank <thethinktank(a)lists.bikecollectives.org> > Cc: > Bcc: > Date: Tue, 20 Apr 2021 13:35:50 -0500 > Subject: Re: [TheThinkTank] Quick question > Brookings Community Bicycle Collective of Brookings, South Dakota > permanently closed many years ago. > > > Caleb Evenson > > co-owner/manager > Bluestem Bicycles > 605-692-2453 > 405 Main Ave, Brookings, SD 57006 > > > On Tue, Apr 20, 2021 at 11:29 AM Angel York <aniola(a)gmail.com> wrote: > >> Can you visit the list of *Community Bike Shops* >> <https://www.bikecollectives.org/wiki/index.php?title=Community_Bicycle_Orga…> >> and take a look at your area or region? >> >> - Do you know about any *shops that should be on this list* but >> aren't? >> - Do you know of any shops that are on the list that are *permanently >> closed* now? >> >> >> If anything is amiss, can you please either update the list or let me >> know so I can update the list? >> >> Thanks, >> Angel >> she/her >> ____________________________________ >> >> The ThinkTank mailing List >> >> Unsubscribe from this list here: >> http://lists.bikecollectives.org/options.cgi/thethinktank-bikecollectives.o… >> >> > > > ---------- Forwarded message ---------- > From: Ross Willard <recyclebicycle(a)verizon.net> > To: "'The Think Tank'" <thethinktank(a)lists.bikecollectives.org> > Cc: <aniola(a)gmail.com> > Bcc: > Date: Tue, 20 Apr 2021 15:23:37 -0400 > Subject: Re: [TheThinkTank] Quick question > > We have moved to a permanent home in the core of the city and it’s paid > for. > > Recycle Bicycle Harrisburg > > 1722 Chestnut Street > > Harrisburg, Pa > > > > Mailing address: PO Box 5264, Harrisburg, Pa 17110 > > > > 717-978-3919 shop # > > contact(a)RBHburg.org > > Recycle Bicycle Harrisburg - Recycle Bicycle Harrisburg (rbhburg.org) > <https://rbhburg.org/> > > > > Angel would update the lists and maps and erase the old 2266 Atlas street > address > > Thanks > > Ross Willard 717-571-2008 cell that still answers as Recycle Bicycle > > > > *From:* Thethinktank <thethinktank-bounces(a)lists.bikecollectives.org> *On > Behalf Of *Caleb Evenson > *Sent:* Tuesday, April 20, 2021 2:36 PM > *To:* The Think Tank <thethinktank(a)lists.bikecollectives.org> > *Subject:* Re: [TheThinkTank] Quick question > > > > Brookings Community Bicycle Collective of Brookings, South Dakota > permanently closed many years ago. > > > > Caleb Evenson > > > > co-owner/manager > > Bluestem Bicycles > > 605-692-2453 > > 405 Main Ave, Brookings, SD 57006 > > > > > > On Tue, Apr 20, 2021 at 11:29 AM Angel York <aniola(a)gmail.com> wrote: > > Can you visit the list of *Community Bike Shops* > <https://www.bikecollectives.org/wiki/index.php?title=Community_Bicycle_Orga…> > and take a look at your area or region? > > - Do you know about any *shops that should be on this list* but aren't? > - Do you know of any shops that are on the list that are *permanently > closed* now? > > > > If anything is amiss, can you please either update the list or let me know > so I can update the list? > > > > Thanks, > > Angel > > she/her > > ____________________________________ > > The ThinkTank mailing List > > Unsubscribe from this list here: > http://lists.bikecollectives.org/options.cgi/thethinktank-bikecollectives.o… > > > > <http://www.avg.com/email-signature?utm_medium=email&utm_source=link&utm_cam…> Virus-free. > www.avg.com > <http://www.avg.com/email-signature?utm_medium=email&utm_source=link&utm_cam…> > <#m_-5569767222994606275_DAB4FAD8-2DD7-40BB-A1B8-4E2AA1F9FDF2> > _______________________________________________ > Thethinktank mailing list > Thethinktank(a)lists.bikecollectives.org > > http://lists.bikecollectives.org/listinfo.cgi/thethinktank-bikecollectives.… >

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Re: [TheThinkTank] Thethinktank Digest, Vol 175, Issue 14: Cooperatives
by Robert Rands 20 Apr '21

20 Apr '21

SoPo Bikes Shop's new address is 1118-A Memorial Drive, Atlanta, GA 30316. ~Robert Rands, SoPo Bike Cooperative On Tuesday, April 20, 2021, 04:03:50 PM EDT, <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. Quick question (Angel York) 2. Re: Quick question (greg) 3. Re: Quick question (Jean-Fran?ois Caron) 4. Re: Quick question (Caleb Evenson) 5. Re: Quick question (Ross Willard) ---------------------------------------------------------------------- Message: 1 Date: Tue, 20 Apr 2021 09:28:21 -0700 From: Angel York <aniola(a)gmail.com> To: The Think Tank <thethinktank(a)lists.bikecollectives.org> Subject: [TheThinkTank] Quick question Message-ID: <CACozNsoknw0ttaBFv8en-NCcEo9y9iw9O5MmdjdNbSA-R3Hu7Q(a)mail.gmail.com> Content-Type: text/plain; charset="utf-8" Can you visit the list of *Community Bike Shops* <https://www.bikecollectives.org/wiki/index.php?title=Community_Bicycle_Orga…> and take a look at your area or region? - Do you know about any *shops that should be on this list* but aren't? - Do you know of any shops that are on the list that are *permanently closed* now? If anything is amiss, can you please either update the list or let me know so I can update the list? Thanks, Angel she/her

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Virtual BIKE! BIKE! interest survey
by Angel York 18 Apr '21

18 Apr '21

I have never made it to a Bike! Bike! because I try to keep a motor minimalist traveling radius. But the Bici! Bici!s I went to in California were most excellent, I can only imagine how much fun Bike! Bike! is. So this year, my partner (Darin Wick) and I (Angel York) are offering to host an online Bike! Bike!! Now! With a smaller carbon footprint!!! I know I haven't been active here on the Think Tank for a while, so here's my wiki page <https://www.bikecollectives.org/wiki/index.php?title=User:Angel> if you're newer and curious about me. *Please fill out this interest survey before 8am on May 1*:* *https://www.cognitoforms.com/MotorMinimalism1/BikeBike2021InterestForm <https://www.cognitoforms.com/MotorMinimalism1/BikeBike2021InterestForm> * I am also happy to share the results (minus contact info) with anyone who is curious. Thanks, Angel *(original deadline was midnight April 30 but I won't be awake at midnight)

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Boise Bicycle Project is hiring 4 positions, including Lead Bike Mechanic!
by Emily Summerhays 15 Apr '21

15 Apr '21

Boise Bicycle Project is growing, and we are adding 4 positions to our team. The Lead Mechanic/Educator <https://www.boisebicycleproject.org/lead-mechanic-educator>works with our bike shop staff and our programs team to lead bicycle mechanic education, training, and standards for the organization. The Brand Narrator <https://www.boisebicycleproject.org/design-and-marketing-specialist> is a part time graphic design and marketing expert who will innovate how we tell stories and engage the public. The Event and Outreach Manager <https://www.boisebicycleproject.org/eventandoutreach> implements visions and strategies for our events and community engagement. And part or full time Bike Mechanics <https://www.boisebicycleproject.org/mechanic-position> will educate and build bikes in our DIY bike shop. In Boise, you can ride from work to the foothills within 5 minutes for endless miles of riding fun. We think it's a pretty dang great place to live. Please review and apply or share to your network today! <https://www.boisebicycleproject.org/about/team> Emily -- Emily Thompson Summerhays Pronouns: She/Her/Hers (what's this? <https://www.glsen.org/sites/default/files/GLSEN%20Pronouns%20Resource.pdf>) Development Director Boise Bicycle Project 1027 S. Lusk Street Boise, Idaho 83706 208.429.6520 boisebicycleproject.org Shoshone-Bannock Traditional Lands <https://native-land.ca/>

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Blackstone Bicycle Works and the Experimental Station Union
by Experimental Station Union 12 Apr '21

12 Apr '21

Hi all, Some of you might have heard that us workers at Experimental Station recently unionized! The union includes mechanics and workers from Blackstone Bicycle Works, a beloved youth program bike shop on Chicago's South Side! Unfortunately, rather than listen to the support of an overwhelming majority of staff, tenants, elected officials, and community members and recognize our union, our Board is trying to union bust ([here's an email we sent out to supporters](https://mailchi.mp/2639ff8e740d/the-es-union-needs-your-support)). Even more unfortunate, Blackstone is in a pretty bad spot—all the mechanics have been fired or left within the past few months, so all the solidarity we can get is really really appreciated. You can read more about our efforts at esunion.org and follow us on instagram, twitter, and facebook! We'd love to have the support of our bike collective partners in getting the word out, helping us build community support, and pressuring our board to do the right thing. You can find ways to support at esunion.org/#support. Love and Solidarity, J. Michael

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Executive Director Job in London, Ontario
by Daniel Hall 09 Apr '21

09 Apr '21

Hey folks, Please take a look at this amazing opportunity <https://www.londoncyclelink.ca/news/executive-director-2021> to lead London Cycle Link, a member-supported not-for-profit dedicated to helping Londoners ride more. We host events, teach cycling skills, launch advocacy campaigns and operate a community bike shop (Squeaky Wheel Bike Co-op) to achieve our goals. I've been in this role for two and a half years and have thoroughly enjoyed the work and the people involved and am now moving into a municipal cycling role. The Executive Director will lead London Cycle Link’s operations and play a key role in shaping the cycling culture in London, Ontario. The Executive Director is responsible for implementing the organization’s strategic plan and for overseeing all programs and administrative duties. This role is highly collaborative—reporting directly to the Board of Directors, supporting volunteer committees and leading a small staff team. The Executive Director takes initiative and is a flexible leader, taking on a variety of roles such as: grant writer & fundraiser, volunteer & events coordinator, media spokesperson, community connector, and cycling advocate. Full job posting here <https://www.londoncyclelink.ca/news/executive-director-2021> - applications are due by April 30th. Best, *Daniel Hall *(he/him) Executive Director [image: londoncyclelink.ca] <https://www.londoncyclelink.ca/>

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Re: [TheThinkTank] Thethinktank Digest, Vol 175, Issue 5
by Jane Voodikon 05 Apr '21

05 Apr '21

Here's is Bikerowave's (Los Angeles): https://bikerowave.org/bylaws/ We also have a set of policies that provides additional guidance. On Mon, Apr 5, 2021, 07:23 <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: What are your Constitutions/Bylaws? (Nicole Muratore) > (Nicole Muratore) > > > > ---------- Forwarded message ---------- > From: Nicole Muratore <nicole(a)bikesaviours.org> > To: thethinktank(a)lists.bikecollectives.org > Cc: > Bcc: > Date: Sun, 4 Apr 2021 11:50:11 -0700 > Subject: Re: [TheThinkTank] What are your Constitutions/Bylaws? (Nicole > Muratore) > Here's a link to ours: > https://www.bikesaviours.org/BYLAWS%20-%20approved%209-6-2020.docx.pdf > > Cheers, > *Nicole Muratore* > Bike Saviours Bicycle Collective > > > On Sat, Apr 3, 2021 at 6:03 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. What are your Constitutions/Bylaws? (Aaron Shaw) >> >> >> >> ---------- Forwarded message ---------- >> From: Aaron Shaw <atshaw(a)ucdavis.edu> >> To: The Think Tank <thethinktank(a)lists.bikecollectives.org> >> Cc: >> Bcc: >> Date: Fri, 2 Apr 2021 12:20:31 -0700 >> Subject: [TheThinkTank] What are your Constitutions/Bylaws? >> Hey Bike Collective fam, >> >> I’m trying to find some examples of bylaws/constitutions from other >> community bike projects. Can you share your bylaws with us? Our collective >> is interested in how other bike collectives are structured and guided >> through their foundational documents. >> >> Here are the Bylaws from the Davis Bike Collective: >> https://davisbikecollective.org/bylaws/ >> >> Thanks! >> Aaron >> >> _______________________________________________ >> Thethinktank mailing list >> Thethinktank(a)lists.bikecollectives.org >> >> http://lists.bikecollectives.org/listinfo.cgi/thethinktank-bikecollectives.… >> > _______________________________________________ > Thethinktank mailing list > Thethinktank(a)lists.bikecollectives.org > > http://lists.bikecollectives.org/listinfo.cgi/thethinktank-bikecollectives.… >

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Re: [TheThinkTank] What are your Constitutions/Bylaws? (Nicole Muratore)
by Nicole Muratore 04 Apr '21

04 Apr '21

Here's a link to ours: https://www.bikesaviours.org/BYLAWS%20-%20approved%209-6-2020.docx.pdf Cheers, *Nicole Muratore* Bike Saviours Bicycle Collective On Sat, Apr 3, 2021 at 6:03 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. What are your Constitutions/Bylaws? (Aaron Shaw) > > > > ---------- Forwarded message ---------- > From: Aaron Shaw <atshaw(a)ucdavis.edu> > To: The Think Tank <thethinktank(a)lists.bikecollectives.org> > Cc: > Bcc: > Date: Fri, 2 Apr 2021 12:20:31 -0700 > Subject: [TheThinkTank] What are your Constitutions/Bylaws? > Hey Bike Collective fam, > > I’m trying to find some examples of bylaws/constitutions from other > community bike projects. Can you share your bylaws with us? Our collective > is interested in how other bike collectives are structured and guided > through their foundational documents. > > Here are the Bylaws from the Davis Bike Collective: > https://davisbikecollective.org/bylaws/ > > Thanks! > Aaron > > _______________________________________________ > Thethinktank mailing list > Thethinktank(a)lists.bikecollectives.org > > http://lists.bikecollectives.org/listinfo.cgi/thethinktank-bikecollectives.… >

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Re: [TheThinkTank] What are your Constitutions/Bylaws?
by Gordon Hamachi 03 Apr '21

03 Apr '21

https://bikex.org/about/svbe-bylaws The Silicon ValleyBicycle Exchange is led by an unelected board. A steering committee meets periodically and provides input to the board.

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Intensive Ideas for Skills Training & Community Building
by Josh Bisker 01 Apr '21

01 Apr '21

Hiya pals, we're thinking of putting together an intensive for some core volunteers we're gearing up for public programming in spring. The folk in question average very low mechanical skills, and many are fairly new to each other. (1) Do you have activities / syllabi / suggestions for mechanical crash-course stuff that's good for this scenario? (2) Do you have activities / suggestions / prompts for the more camp counselor style parts of this -- either in the metaphoric "trust falls" realm, or in terms of building a collective social analysis, or in terms of establishing great practices for volunteers in the space. (Yes, we'll do the banana game, which I love.) Josh Bisker | 914-500-9890 | Executive Director, Mechanical Gardens Bike Co-op <http://bikecoop.nyc/> 2021 Winter Donation Drive is ON! Support Bike Equity in NYC Today! <http://bikecoop.nyc/donate> Funkrust Brass Band <http://funkrust.com/> | Kessel Run Radio Show on Maker Park Radio <https://makerparkradio.nyc/shows/the-kessel-run-w-joshjoshjosh/>

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Op-Ed on the #BudgetBikeTrap
by Josh Bisker 31 Mar '21

31 Mar '21

Hi pals, I wanted to share the Op-Ed of mine that's running in StreetsblogNYC today: How the ‘Budget-Bike Trap’ Creates Inequality in NYC <https://nyc.streetsblog.org/2021/03/24/opinion-how-the-budget-bike-trap-cre…>. It's an important story that applies to the work all of us do, yet it's an overlooked and misunderstood part of our bike equity crisis. - Please give it a read (it's short, op-ed length) and let me know what you think. I'm confident it's going to resonate with what you've experienced in your work. - Please share over your networks: here's a Twitter thread <https://twitter.com/bikecoopnyc/status/1374728405070065664> you can retweet, and a Facebook post <https://www.facebook.com/jbisker/posts/10100894832944444> to repost. (IG to come later @bikecoopnyc <http://instagram.com/bikecoopnyc>) - This StreetsblogNYC piece is an intro to this issue, and I have a more detailed ~2000-word article ready to go that examines it more closely (it also includes perspectives from bike shop owners and budget bike buyers). If you have a connection to a good place for publishing this piece, please get in touch. - If you've got an in with an organization that's working on a discussion series or panel about bike equity, I'd love to bring this perspective to it—keep me in mind. Enjoy the springing spring, everyone. Josh Josh Bisker | 914-500-9890 | Executive Director, Mechanical Gardens Bike Co-op <http://bikecoop.nyc/> 2021 Winter Donation Drive is ON! Support Bike Equity in NYC Today! <http://bikecoop.nyc/donate> Funkrust Brass Band <http://funkrust.com/> | Kessel Run Radio Show on Maker Park Radio <https://makerparkradio.nyc/shows/the-kessel-run-w-joshjoshjosh/>

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Queen City Bicycle Collective is hiring a Communications and Support Manager
by Abby Easterly 29 Mar '21

29 Mar '21

Greetings friends, Hope spring is treating you all well! Queen City Bicycle Collective, in Manchester, New Hampshire, is in the privileged position of being able to hire additional staff to help us with our efforts, this year. Specifically, we are looking for help coordinating, communicating, and expanding our reach, beyond the walls of our shop. More information can be found here: https://qcbike.org/2021/03/19/were-hiring/ Thank you all for your work! All the best from NH, QC Bike -- Abby Easterly QC Bike Collective 35 Elm Street, Manchester, NH 03101 603.493.1720 www.qcbike.org

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Re: [TheThinkTank] Thethinktank Digest, Vol 174, Issue 12
by Lawrence Mohammed 29 Mar '21

29 Mar '21

This article <https://nyc.streetsblog.org/2021/03/24/opinion-how-the-budget-bike-trap-cre…> is brilliant Josh and love what you're doing! Nothing comes to mind stateside, but UK-wise, can see what connections I can make re 'If you have a connection to a good place for publishing this piece, please get in touch'. UK/US similarities here, so potentially could link to UK organisations, transport press and funders striving to open access and remove barriers, championing common resources and a joined-up community approach to supporting those most in need In service, *Lawrence Mohammed* CEO and Founder Pro Bike Service C.I.C. *+44 (0)77 222 58587* *probikeservice.co.uk <https://probikeservice.co.uk>* /::Olympic Park Site:: Pro Bike Service C.I.C. Multi-Storey Car Park, Lesney Avenue Queen Elizabeth Olympic Park London E20 3BS *map location <https://what3words.com/upset.habit.funds>* / On 29/03/2021 14:04, 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: Op-Ed on the #BudgetBikeTrap (General Manager) > 2. Re: Op-Ed on the #BudgetBikeTrap (alejandro manga tinoco) > 3. workshop evaluation forms needed (Dominik Zylka) > > _______________________________________________ > Thethinktank mailing list > Thethinktank(a)lists.bikecollectives.org > http://lists.bikecollectives.org/listinfo.cgi/thethinktank-bikecollectives.…

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workshop evaluation forms needed
by Dominik Zylka 28 Mar '21

28 Mar '21

G'day think tankers! Is anyone keen to share a well thought out post workshop evaluation form. I assume some of the people in this space have a great deal of experience in delivering workshops based on quality feedback and data they have collected from participants after workshops. Appreciate all efforts and time in advance! Dom Zylka Senior Mechanic Inner West Community Bike Hub Melbourne, Australia [image: image.png]

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Multiple job openings at Bike Works Seattle
by Jess Green 26 Mar '21

26 Mar '21

Bike Works is hiring a part-time office coordinator, full-time bike mechanic, and seasonal bike mechanic. We would love your help spreading the word! More information including pay, job descriptions, and application instructions is listed at https://bikeworks.org/about/job-opportunities/ Let me know if you have any questions, Jess <http://www.bikeworks.org/> Jess Green *Development Director* she/her pronouns what's this? <https://uwm.edu/lgbtrc/support/gender-pronouns/> 206.687.7229 <https://www.facebook.com/BikeWorksSeattle> <https://twitter.com/bikeworks206> <https://www.instagram.com/bikeworks206/> bikeworks.org *Bike Works promotes the bicycleas a vehicle for change to empoweryouth and build resilient communities.* *Bike Shop: *3709 S Ferdinand St, Seattle, WA 98118 <https://www.google.com/maps/place/3709+S+Ferdinand+St,+Seattle,+WA+98118/@4…> *Office, Warehouse & Classrooms: *3715 S Hudson St #111, Seattle, WA 98118 <https://www.google.com/maps/place/3715+S+Hudson+St,+Seattle,+WA+98118/data=…>

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Community Cycles Boulder hiring Education Coordinator
by Sue Prant 26 Mar '21

26 Mar '21

This position will lead our education programs. Please share. Thanks! https://docs.google.com/document/d/109L4U7_gTF1qyUJtOs4HWQAmqm9ug6Zo4zE_qyP… -- Sue Prant Executive Director Community Cycles 2601 Spruce Street, Unit B Boulder CO 80302 Shop phone: 720-565-6019 Direct line: 303-564-9681 e-mail: sue(a)communitycycles.org www.CommunityCycles.org <http://www.communitycycles.org/> *Join the movement! * Become a Community Cycles member <http://communitycycles.org/member/> Subscribe to our monthly e-news! <http://communitycycles.org/>

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Boise Bicycle Project is hiring mechanics
by Saxton Turner 19 Mar '21

19 Mar '21

The Boise Bicycle Project seeks team mechanics to refurbish bicycles, complete bicycle repair and offer bicycle education to our patrons. Team mechanics work with the operations manager and lead mechanic to reach impact goals in making SAFE, RELIABLE, SERVICEABLE, AFFORDABLE and FUN bicycles available to the community in need. At this time, we are seeking mechanics with 2+ years experience in a professional bicycle shop and/or a professional certification like a diploma from United Bicycle Institute or similar. Job Responsibilities Refurbish donated bicycles (Build Safe, Reliable, Serviceable, Affordable and Fun Bicycles) - 75% of time in role. Have strong mechanical and diagnostic skills centered around working on bicycles of all makes and conditions. Refurbish donated bicycles in accordance with Boise Bicycle Project standards. Perform bicycle safety checks. Diagnose mechanical issues. DIY Repair and Shop User Experience 25% Work with patrons and members on their projects in the DIY shop. Your primary focus is to educate customers to empower them to complete their own projects. Maintain a positive empowering and educational shop experience for staff, volunteers, and members. Job Skills and Requirements: You have a passion for teamwork, a black belt in communication, and an arsenal of interpersonal skills. You enjoy working with people from all walks of life, all backgrounds, and all ability levels. You’ve been paid to wrench on a wide variety of bicycles for 2+ years. You’ve used the phrase “Steel is Real” and Rigid steel bikes will always have a soft spot in your heart. You’ve spent a significant time volunteering with nonprofits or working on community projects. You love systems and organization, but embrace evolution and flexibility. Full time (30+ hours/week), Part time (16 - 29 hours/week), and Seasonal positions are available. Medical benefits available for full-time positions. Starting hourly wage: $12 to $14.50/hour pending experience. To apply email your resume to saxton(a)boisebicyleproject.org Saxton Turner he/they/whatever Bike Shop Manager Boise Bicycle Project <https://www.boisebicycleproject.org/> (208)-429-6520 1027 Lusk St Boise, ID 83706 Shoshone-Bannock Traditional Lands <https://native-land.ca/>

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Bike components looking for homes
by Robert Christiansen 15 Mar '21

15 Mar '21

Hello, After a year of lock downs and restricted sales, we are overflowing with used bike parts. Everything from kickstands to handlebars to tires to chainrings and everything in between. Are there any organizations that could use a large quantity of these items? Somebody like Bikes not Bombs or Mike's Bike Foundation? If you know of any please let me know. We are in Sacramento, Ca Thanks so much for your help. Robert Sac. Bike Kitchen

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Re: [TheThinkTank] Carbon Tax Thethinktank Digest, Vol 174, Issue 3
by Robert Rands 15 Mar '21

15 Mar '21

I do not think the promotion of bicycling should be in such an antagonistic position that degrades all forms of possible transport. This has been a mistaken path that too much of the bicycling community has been following, one which has been a detrimental to all in the sphere of safety, access, and progress in a comprehensive design for all modal forms. Sincerely, Robert Rands Board Member and Manager, SoPo Bikes, Reynoldstown https://sopobikes.org/ On Wednesday, March 10, 2021, 04:04:00 PM EST, <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. Biking Industry?s Climate and Carbon Pricing Declaration (Kim Schaffer) ---------------------------------------------------------------------- Message: 1 Date: Wed, 10 Mar 2021 20:48:39 +0000 From: Kim Schaffer <kim(a)communitybikeworks.org> To: The Think Tank <thethinktank(a)lists.bikecollectives.org> Subject: [TheThinkTank] Biking Industry?s Climate and Carbon Pricing Declaration Message-ID: <MN2PR18MB32163E0ECD0705287C89C0D6C5919(a)MN2PR18MB3216.namprd18.prod.outlook.com> Content-Type: text/plain; charset="windows-1252" Hi friends, Would you consider signing this letter of support from members of the biking industry calling for federal action on climate? https://www.businessclimateleaders.org/bikingindustrydeclaration I expect Community Bike Works will be signing on shortly. Feel free to share. Kim Schaffer Biking Industry?s Climate and Carbon Pricing Declaration SIGN THE DECLARATION HERE<https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSebfVz_JaDSQw4yvEfUUuXzxjyip7jYBLM…> Join your colleagues in the Biking Industry in raising your collective voice to encourage Members of Congress to enact climate solutions in an effective, bipartisan, economically supportive and equitable way. BIKING INDUSTRY?S CLIMATE ACTION AND CARBON PRICING DECLARATION We, the Biking Industry of America, as business owners, leaders, entrepreneurs, employers, avid outdoorsmen and women and citizens hereby declare our strong recommendation for federal action to mitigate the risks of climate change, allowing our businesses to flourish and creating a healthy planet for all future generations. WHEREAS the recent IPCC<https://report.ipcc.ch/sr15/pdf/sr15_spm_final.pdf> and National Climate Assessment<https://nca2018.globalchange.gov/> reports call for immediate action to stem the worst effects of climate change; WHEREAS the biking industry is a rapidly growing and evolving industry with an economic impact of over $81 billion domestically, responsible for tens of thousands of jobs that serve the 48 million cyclists in the US. WHEREAS biking and outdoor recreation facilities will be irreparably damaged by the consequences of anthropogenic climate change which include more severe weather, increasing temperatures, and larger forest fires. WHEREAS the Lancet Commission<https://www.thelancet.com/journals/lancet/article/PIIS0140-6736(19)32596-6/…> has said that climate change is the greatest public health threat of this century, but it is also the greatest public health opportunity of this century. The Commission wrote: The single most powerful strategic instrument to inoculate human health against the risks of climate change is strong and sustained carbon pricing; WHEREAS we are making substantial efforts and investments to reduce our carbon footprint and to ensure that we and our supply chain are sustainable and well positioned to avoid disruption from climate events; WHEREAS: The American Medical Association<https://www.ama-assn.org/topics/climate-change>, along with over 100 American health organizations, recommends that we ?put a price on carbon that reflects its true social costs and phase out investments in and subsidies for fossil fuels for energy extraction and generation.? WHEREAS a fee-dividend structure on carbon encourages the use of bicycles and other similar forms of human powered transportation, as well as increasing the buying power of consumers to purchase said products; WHEREAS: A bipartisan group of 3,500 luminary economists<https://clcouncil.org/economists-statement/> (including all living former Federal Reserve chairs) endorses a carbon fee and dividend as the best way to "reduce carbon emissions at the scale and speed necessary," while also protecting the poor. WHEREAS research<https://www.energypolicy.columbia.edu/research/report/assessment-energy-inn…> shows that the Energy Innovation and Carbon Dividend Act will effectively reduce America?s emissions by at least 40% within 12 years, grow the economy and create 2.1 million additional jobs over the next 10 years, improve our overall health and is revenue neutral; WHEREAS climate change should be neither a partisan nor a political issue, but a bridge to bring us together for our common future; WHEREAS America has the technology and the economic strength for bold climate action and time is of the essence; the actions we take, or fail to take, in the next few years will have repercussions for generations to come; and that we need public and political will to meet the challenge of stabilizing our climate; NOW THEREFORE LET IT BE RESOLVED THAT. . . SIGN THE DECLARATION HERE<https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSebfVz_JaDSQw4yvEfUUuXzxjyip7jYBLM…> We members of the Biking Industry endorse an effective, efficient and equitable bipartisan, national carbon fee and dividend policy such as the Energy Innovation and Carbon Dividend Act<https://energyinnovationact.org/>. ******************************* Kim Schaffer, Executive Director (she/her) Community Bike Works www.communitybikeworks.org cell: 484.554.8971 Celebrating 25 Years of Earn a Bike! [A close up of a sign Description automatically generated]

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Biking Industry’s Climate and Carbon Pricing Declaration
by Kim Schaffer 10 Mar '21

10 Mar '21

Hi friends, Would you consider signing this letter of support from members of the biking industry calling for federal action on climate? https://www.businessclimateleaders.org/bikingindustrydeclaration I expect Community Bike Works will be signing on shortly. Feel free to share. Kim Schaffer Biking Industry’s Climate and Carbon Pricing Declaration SIGN THE DECLARATION HERE<https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSebfVz_JaDSQw4yvEfUUuXzxjyip7jYBLM…> Join your colleagues in the Biking Industry in raising your collective voice to encourage Members of Congress to enact climate solutions in an effective, bipartisan, economically supportive and equitable way. BIKING INDUSTRY’S CLIMATE ACTION AND CARBON PRICING DECLARATION We, the Biking Industry of America, as business owners, leaders, entrepreneurs, employers, avid outdoorsmen and women and citizens hereby declare our strong recommendation for federal action to mitigate the risks of climate change, allowing our businesses to flourish and creating a healthy planet for all future generations. WHEREAS the recent IPCC<https://report.ipcc.ch/sr15/pdf/sr15_spm_final.pdf> and National Climate Assessment<https://nca2018.globalchange.gov/> reports call for immediate action to stem the worst effects of climate change; WHEREAS the biking industry is a rapidly growing and evolving industry with an economic impact of over $81 billion domestically, responsible for tens of thousands of jobs that serve the 48 million cyclists in the US. WHEREAS biking and outdoor recreation facilities will be irreparably damaged by the consequences of anthropogenic climate change which include more severe weather, increasing temperatures, and larger forest fires. WHEREAS the Lancet Commission<https://www.thelancet.com/journals/lancet/article/PIIS0140-6736(19)32596-6/…> has said that climate change is the greatest public health threat of this century, but it is also the greatest public health opportunity of this century. The Commission wrote: The single most powerful strategic instrument to inoculate human health against the risks of climate change is strong and sustained carbon pricing; WHEREAS we are making substantial efforts and investments to reduce our carbon footprint and to ensure that we and our supply chain are sustainable and well positioned to avoid disruption from climate events; WHEREAS: The American Medical Association<https://www.ama-assn.org/topics/climate-change>, along with over 100 American health organizations, recommends that we “put a price on carbon that reflects its true social costs and phase out investments in and subsidies for fossil fuels for energy extraction and generation.” WHEREAS a fee-dividend structure on carbon encourages the use of bicycles and other similar forms of human powered transportation, as well as increasing the buying power of consumers to purchase said products; WHEREAS: A bipartisan group of 3,500 luminary economists<https://clcouncil.org/economists-statement/> (including all living former Federal Reserve chairs) endorses a carbon fee and dividend as the best way to "reduce carbon emissions at the scale and speed necessary," while also protecting the poor. WHEREAS research<https://www.energypolicy.columbia.edu/research/report/assessment-energy-inn…> shows that the Energy Innovation and Carbon Dividend Act will effectively reduce America’s emissions by at least 40% within 12 years, grow the economy and create 2.1 million additional jobs over the next 10 years, improve our overall health and is revenue neutral; WHEREAS climate change should be neither a partisan nor a political issue, but a bridge to bring us together for our common future; WHEREAS America has the technology and the economic strength for bold climate action and time is of the essence; the actions we take, or fail to take, in the next few years will have repercussions for generations to come; and that we need public and political will to meet the challenge of stabilizing our climate; NOW THEREFORE LET IT BE RESOLVED THAT. . . SIGN THE DECLARATION HERE<https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSebfVz_JaDSQw4yvEfUUuXzxjyip7jYBLM…> We members of the Biking Industry endorse an effective, efficient and equitable bipartisan, national carbon fee and dividend policy such as the Energy Innovation and Carbon Dividend Act<https://energyinnovationact.org/>. ******************************* Kim Schaffer, Executive Director (she/her) Community Bike Works www.communitybikeworks.org cell: 484.554.8971 Celebrating 25 Years of Earn a Bike! [A close up of a sign Description automatically generated]

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Minneapolis bike collectives
by Sarah Schaan 08 Mar '21

08 Mar '21

Hello everyone, it's been a while since I've been in the CBW world, but I was looking for any shops around in Minneapolis. I have a friend looking to participate/ purchase recycles bikes for his kids in the mpls st paul area. Hope y'all are well! -Sarah (with the h) from the former FMCBW

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Hiring: Multiple Positions with Red Bike - Cincinnati, OH
by Elese Daniel 26 Feb '21

26 Feb '21

Hi there! Elese here. I'm the Education & Outreach Manager for Red Bike, the nonprofit bikeshare system serving Cincinnati & Northern Kentucky, with 60 stations and 600 classic and electric assist bicycles. We're hiring and looking for rad folks to join our Outreach Team. All positions posted here <https://www.cincyredbike.org/jobs>, with detailed descriptions, including pay, requirments, schedules, etc. Red Bike was recently designated as a Living Lab City by the Better Bike Share Partnership <https://betterbikeshare.org/2021/02/17/meet-5-grantees-out-to-transform-bik…>, a national organization dedicated to building equitable and replicable shared micromobility systems. As a Living Lab, we'll continue to develop and test innovative, new strategies and programs to increase access to bikeshare in the region through our Red Bike Go Program <https://www.cincyredbike.org/gopass>. We're hiring an Outreach & Member Management Assistant, as well as an intern. We've also partnered with our local bicycle cooperative, MoBo Bicycle Cooperative <http://www.villagegreenfoundation.org/mobo-bicycle-co-op/>, on a joint Youth Programs Coordinator position. And, operationally, we're still looking for another System Technician. I recognize it's a weird/challenging time to move and that these are part-time positions, but sharing in case you or someone you know might be interested, and also as reference for nonprofit bikeshare efforts and bike collective collaboration. Personally, I've gotten so much inspiration from you all via this knowledge-share over the years re bike access/community/ethos/etc., all of which *for sure* lives in what I've been able to build here in Cincy. Thanks for being and doing and making. - Elese

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Re: [TheThinkTank] Thethinktank Digest, Vol 173, Issue 13
by Tegan Moss [B!KE] 24 Feb '21

24 Feb '21

I cannot recommend coloured tags enough. We started using coloured tags 6-7 years ago and they immediately reduced the amount of confusion. Someone who knows the system can at a glance tell a lot more about the status of a bike! We have tags that we print on quarter and half page sheets of paper that we insert into a reusable plastic sleeve and hang on each bike. - Orange - as-is available for a volunteer or member to fix up - Yellow - in the process of being refurbished by a volunteer - Green - ready to ride out the door - Pink - belongs to someone On Tue, Feb 23, 2021 at 4:04 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: Intake + Repair Guides (Daniel Hall) > 2. Re: Intake + Repair Guides (Robert Christiansen) > > > > ---------- Forwarded message ---------- > From: Daniel Hall <director(a)londoncyclelink.ca> > To: The Think Tank <thethinktank(a)lists.bikecollectives.org> > Cc: > Bcc: > Date: Mon, 22 Feb 2021 16:49:10 -0500 > Subject: Re: [TheThinkTank] Intake + Repair Guides > We were talking about developing this at our shop as well, thanks so much > for sharing! > > *Daniel Hall *(he/him) > Executive Director > London Cycle Link > > > On Sun, Feb 21, 2021 at 5:46 PM Luis Fernandez <luis(a)casildo.com> wrote: > >> This is really great and so helpful! Looks like years and years of >> experience summarized in a few clear pages. Well done! >> >> Luis >> Staff @ Somerville Bike Kitchen (@somervillebikekitchen) >> >> On Fri, Feb 19, 2021 at 4:26 PM Josh Bisker <jbisker(a)gmail.com> wrote: >> >>> Hiya pals, lots to report on from NYC, some good, some hard, but for the >>> moment I wanted to send around the latest and probably final version of my >>> handy repair guide. This is intended as a teaching tool to help people in >>> the shop work more autonomously on bike fixing, regardless of their level >>> of skill. >>> >>> There are two PDFs attached. The first one is for intake, as in, "do we >>> want to repair this bike or strip and scrap it?" The second is for bikes >>> that have passed through intake successfully. It gives a step-by-step >>> repair guide -- not a "how to," but a "what to." It's meant to help >>> especially newer mechanics move through a bike's systems, well, >>> systematically, in a way that supports their learning and praxis. >>> >>> The intake one probably works well printed and laminated; it can be used >>> multiple times. The repair one is meant to remain with a bike throughout >>> its repair life, and also be included with its sale (or giveaway or >>> whatever). I designed it to be printed out double-sided on four sheets of >>> paper and then folded or saddle stitched into a booklet or zine. *"Four >>> sheets of paper?!",* I hear you gasp. Yes. Of all the similar documents >>> I've come across that have been squeezed onto one page, either they've been >>> way too cramped and shorthanded to actually be a helpful and approachable >>> resource for people who are new to wrenching, or they've been way too terse >>> and reductive to be good repair guides. I think this guide answers those >>> goals really well. >>> >>> Let me know what you think. Feel free to use these in your own shops, >>> and I can make the InDesign files available too so you can doctor them to >>> your needs. (I'm also including a copy that's laid out for screen viewing >>> as opposed to printing, but it's really not designed to be used that way -- >>> it's a hardcopy tool). >>> >>> Also FWIW the bike intake workflow is designed around a colored tag >>> system: >>> >>> - No tag means "intake me someone, please." >>> - Red tags say "strip and scrap me" >>> - Blue tags say "fix me, someone" >>> - Orange tags say "price me, I've been fixed up" >>> - Green tags say "sell me" and have price stickers on them >>> - Some blue tags have sparkles and additional text that indicates >>> "fix me, someone -- but I'm fancy, so not a good beginner project." >>> - The most cost-effective tags I found are these >>> <https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B08BHY4DH1/ref=ppx_yo_dt_b_asin_title_o00…>. >>> (I know, I know) >>> >>> xo >>> >>> Josh >>> Josh Bisker | 914-500-9890 | Executive Director, Mechanical Gardens >>> Bike Co-op <http://bikecoop.nyc/> >>> 2021 Winter Donation Drive is ON! Support Bike Equity in NYC Today! >>> <http://bikecoop.nyc/donate> >>> Funkrust Brass Band <http://funkrust.com/> | Kessel Run Radio Show on >>> Maker Park Radio >>> <https://makerparkradio.nyc/shows/the-kessel-run-w-joshjoshjosh/> >>> ____________________________________ >>> >>> The ThinkTank mailing List >>> >>> Unsubscribe from this list here: >>> http://lists.bikecollectives.org/options.cgi/thethinktank-bikecollectives.o… >>> >>> ____________________________________ >> >> The ThinkTank mailing List >> >> Unsubscribe from this list here: >> http://lists.bikecollectives.org/options.cgi/thethinktank-bikecollectives.o… >> >> > > > ---------- Forwarded message ---------- > From: Robert Christiansen <robert(a)sacbike.org> > To: The Think Tank <thethinktank(a)lists.bikecollectives.org> > Cc: > Bcc: > Date: Mon, 22 Feb 2021 23:16:10 -0800 > Subject: Re: [TheThinkTank] Intake + Repair Guides > Great work thank you for sharing! Idea for the colored tags: I picked up a > large amount of ID card lamination sheets with a pre cut hole for a badge > clip (at a thrift store). I then got colored index cards (another thrift > store find) and cut them down to size and laminated them. You can write on > them with a sharpie and can be erased with rubbing alcohol or hand > sanitizer with alcohol in it. Reusable and sturdy should last a long time. > > Thanks again for sharing your excellent work! Very impressive. > > Regards, > Robert > Sacramento > > On Fri, Feb 19, 2021 at 1:26 PM Josh Bisker <jbisker(a)gmail.com> wrote: > >> Hiya pals, lots to report on from NYC, some good, some hard, but for the >> moment I wanted to send around the latest and probably final version of my >> handy repair guide. This is intended as a teaching tool to help people in >> the shop work more autonomously on bike fixing, regardless of their level >> of skill. >> >> There are two PDFs attached. The first one is for intake, as in, "do we >> want to repair this bike or strip and scrap it?" The second is for bikes >> that have passed through intake successfully. It gives a step-by-step >> repair guide -- not a "how to," but a "what to." It's meant to help >> especially newer mechanics move through a bike's systems, well, >> systematically, in a way that supports their learning and praxis. >> >> The intake one probably works well printed and laminated; it can be used >> multiple times. The repair one is meant to remain with a bike throughout >> its repair life, and also be included with its sale (or giveaway or >> whatever). I designed it to be printed out double-sided on four sheets of >> paper and then folded or saddle stitched into a booklet or zine. *"Four >> sheets of paper?!",* I hear you gasp. Yes. Of all the similar documents >> I've come across that have been squeezed onto one page, either they've been >> way too cramped and shorthanded to actually be a helpful and approachable >> resource for people who are new to wrenching, or they've been way too terse >> and reductive to be good repair guides. I think this guide answers those >> goals really well. >> >> Let me know what you think. Feel free to use these in your own shops, and >> I can make the InDesign files available too so you can doctor them to your >> needs. (I'm also including a copy that's laid out for screen viewing as >> opposed to printing, but it's really not designed to be used that way -- >> it's a hardcopy tool). >> >> Also FWIW the bike intake workflow is designed around a colored tag >> system: >> >> - No tag means "intake me someone, please." >> - Red tags say "strip and scrap me" >> - Blue tags say "fix me, someone" >> - Orange tags say "price me, I've been fixed up" >> - Green tags say "sell me" and have price stickers on them >> - Some blue tags have sparkles and additional text that indicates >> "fix me, someone -- but I'm fancy, so not a good beginner project." >> - The most cost-effective tags I found are these >> <https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B08BHY4DH1/ref=ppx_yo_dt_b_asin_title_o00…>. >> (I know, I know) >> >> xo >> >> Josh >> Josh Bisker | 914-500-9890 | Executive Director, Mechanical Gardens Bike >> Co-op <http://bikecoop.nyc/> >> 2021 Winter Donation Drive is ON! Support Bike Equity in NYC Today! >> <http://bikecoop.nyc/donate> >> Funkrust Brass Band <http://funkrust.com/> | Kessel Run Radio Show on >> Maker Park Radio >> <https://makerparkradio.nyc/shows/the-kessel-run-w-joshjoshjosh/> >> ____________________________________ >> >> The ThinkTank mailing List >> >> Unsubscribe from this list here: >> http://lists.bikecollectives.org/options.cgi/thethinktank-bikecollectives.o… >> >> _______________________________________________ > Thethinktank mailing list > Thethinktank(a)lists.bikecollectives.org > > http://lists.bikecollectives.org/listinfo.cgi/thethinktank-bikecollectives.… > -- Executive Director B!KE: The Peterborough Community Bike Shop 293 George St, Peterborough ON (705) 775-7227 communitybikeshop.org she/her

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Intake + Repair Guides
by Josh Bisker 22 Feb '21

22 Feb '21

Hiya pals, lots to report on from NYC, some good, some hard, but for the moment I wanted to send around the latest and probably final version of my handy repair guide. This is intended as a teaching tool to help people in the shop work more autonomously on bike fixing, regardless of their level of skill. There are two PDFs attached. The first one is for intake, as in, "do we want to repair this bike or strip and scrap it?" The second is for bikes that have passed through intake successfully. It gives a step-by-step repair guide -- not a "how to," but a "what to." It's meant to help especially newer mechanics move through a bike's systems, well, systematically, in a way that supports their learning and praxis. The intake one probably works well printed and laminated; it can be used multiple times. The repair one is meant to remain with a bike throughout its repair life, and also be included with its sale (or giveaway or whatever). I designed it to be printed out double-sided on four sheets of paper and then folded or saddle stitched into a booklet or zine. *"Four sheets of paper?!",* I hear you gasp. Yes. Of all the similar documents I've come across that have been squeezed onto one page, either they've been way too cramped and shorthanded to actually be a helpful and approachable resource for people who are new to wrenching, or they've been way too terse and reductive to be good repair guides. I think this guide answers those goals really well. Let me know what you think. Feel free to use these in your own shops, and I can make the InDesign files available too so you can doctor them to your needs. (I'm also including a copy that's laid out for screen viewing as opposed to printing, but it's really not designed to be used that way -- it's a hardcopy tool). Also FWIW the bike intake workflow is designed around a colored tag system: - No tag means "intake me someone, please." - Red tags say "strip and scrap me" - Blue tags say "fix me, someone" - Orange tags say "price me, I've been fixed up" - Green tags say "sell me" and have price stickers on them - Some blue tags have sparkles and additional text that indicates "fix me, someone -- but I'm fancy, so not a good beginner project." - The most cost-effective tags I found are these <https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B08BHY4DH1/ref=ppx_yo_dt_b_asin_title_o00…>. (I know, I know) xo Josh Josh Bisker | 914-500-9890 | Executive Director, Mechanical Gardens Bike Co-op <http://bikecoop.nyc/> 2021 Winter Donation Drive is ON! Support Bike Equity in NYC Today! <http://bikecoop.nyc/donate> Funkrust Brass Band <http://funkrust.com/> | Kessel Run Radio Show on Maker Park Radio <https://makerparkradio.nyc/shows/the-kessel-run-w-joshjoshjosh/>

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Full Time Staff Opening: Director of Bike Walk Tompkins
by Claire Dehm 22 Feb '21

22 Feb '21

Hi everyone, Bike Walk Tompkins in Ithaca, NY is hiring! See below for more information. *Full-Time Staff Opening: Director of Bike Walk Tompkins (Ithaca, NY) <https://www.bikewalktompkins.org/news/category/Careers>* Are you interested in leading the charge for better walking and bicycling in and around Ithaca, NY? The Center for Community Transportation is seeking a new Director for its active transportation program Bike Walk Tompkins. This is an opportunity to join a mission-focused organization in making Ithaca and Tompkins County a community where walking and biking are safe and convenient for people of all ages and abilities. Ithaca is a progressive community located in the Finger Lakes region in upstate New York with a friendly, small-town atmosphere. Starting salary range is $48,000-$55,000 plus benefits and applicants with experience working in diverse communities are strongly encouraged to apply. Full details at bikewalktompkins.org/careers. -Claire

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Bulk membership reduction?
by Stunt Ventriloquist 22 Feb '21

22 Feb '21

Hi, I’m on the board of a community bike shop in Ontario, Canada. We’ve been approached by the HR of a company curious if we would offer a bulk membership to their staff at a discount. We see it adding community building and promotional value as well. Has anyone done anything like this and how much did you discount? We’re assuming only half the staff of the company would use the membership, but don’t really have any experience to base that on either. Our current membership gets you use of the space tools and expertise of staff its $40/year for an individual. Any insight would be awesome, Thanks Tim Holland www.stuntventriloquist.com Sent from my iPhone

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Free Registration for Youth (21+under) at Nat'l Bike Summit
by Henry Dunbar 16 Feb '21

16 Feb '21

FYI, the League of American Bicyclists, 2021 National Bike Summit is offering free registration <https://whova.com/portal/registration/natio2_202102/> to anyone 21 or under. In order to be eligible for the Youth Scholarship, you must complete two of the following three requirements: - Advocacy Training (Sunday, February 28) - Participate in Virtual Lobby Day (Wednesday, March 3) - Agree to participate in a local advocacy event. This year's Summit will also feature content for youth, by youth, with youth in mind. There will be an "open mic" visioning session on Sunday, Feb. 28 led by members of the Youth Bike Council. Youth can also attend any other sessions. Henry Dunbar, Phoenix Bikes Volunteer, Arlington, VA

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best use of vertical space
by Mark Rehder 13 Feb '21

13 Feb '21

Hi all, We’ve just moved our shop, and the front part of the main room has an 18-foot ceiling! We are looking into an overhead grid system from which to hang the usual tires and wheels, but there’ll still be those tall walls… So I’d love to find out what others may have done with a similar room. Hang stuff way up and lower it by pulley? Or just fill the upper half of the walls with art and cool old bikes? Mark Rehder - Coordinator re-Cycles Community Bike Shop http://re-cycles.ca

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Free Youth (21 & Under) Registrations for 2021 Nat'l Bike Summit
by Henry Dunbar 12 Feb '21

12 Feb '21

FYI, the League of American Bicyclists, 2021 National Bike Summit is offering free registration <https://whova.com/portal/registration/natio2_202102/> to anyone 21 or under. In order to be eligible for the Youth Scholarship, you must complete two of the following three requirements: - Advocacy Training (Sunday, February 28) - Participate in Virtual Lobby Day (Wednesday, March 3) - Agree to participate in a local advocacy event. This year's Summit will also feature content for youth, by youth, with youth in mind. There will be an "open mic" visioning session on Sunday, Feb. 28 led by members of the Youth Bike Council. Youth can also attend any other sessions. Henry Dunbar, Phoenix Bikes Volunteer, Arlington, VA

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Re: [TheThinkTank] Thethinktank Digest, Vol 173, Issue 4
by Lawrence Mohammed 12 Feb '21

12 Feb '21

Hey Cory! I currently run a bicycle workshop out of a 30ft x 10ft container (3 workstations), previously ran a pilot from a 20ft x 8ft6" container (2 workstations, minimal storage)......answering your questions... I've been offered a shipping container in a BMX park to use for a fledgling co-op. /each shipping container has a unique ID - much like a car registration plate - use this to find the year and history - if the container is very old and/or damaged/too rusty, you may be better off with another./ I want to hear from others who operate out of containers. What has your experience been like? What challenges does operating out of a container present that a traditional retail/warehouse space does not? How do you address those challenges? /space is the main concern, then temperature, then functionality..../ /8ft 6" is difficult - you can setup workstands here but with internal insulation and fitouts it will be a squeeze...unless...you have wall mounted stands and access one side only / /w.r.t temperature you have two options - totally sealed with spray insulation (about £2500 for a small container in London UK, though highly toxic and bad for the environment) or glass-fibre insulation and allowing the unit to 'breathe' through vents - I chose the latter/ /whatever you do, avoid cutting holes in the roof or walls - the strength of the container is due to the corrugation - also you'd avoid leaks and potential security weaknesses / /another thing? NEVER place the container on soil where the bottom of the container touches the ground - containers can rust and rot easily. Also, for this reason, I coated ours with 4 coats of Hammerite and the roof with an additional 2 coats of bitumen paint / / / My plan is to provide tools and two or three stands (spaced very generously apart) for DIY service as well as a small selection of new consumables (cables, housing, ferrules, etc) on a PWYC basis. /I built all the racking and timber fitout on both containers - advice....use std size containers and build the racking around this (or just buy custom heavy duty racking if you have budget). If using a std 20ft x 8'6" container you can get 2 stands in, if a std 40ft, 4 stands/ /conventional container fitouts in the UK use 6mm ply and 44mm timber. I used what I could access (18mm ply and 2" x 4" timber) and was so glad I had these! the walls are strong enough (especially with battens) for hanging shelving and bikes etc...though the overall weight is high/ Partially finance the above by selling refurbished donated bikes. /depends where you are but where I am this is not a money-earner - servicing is where the income is/ Provide a small selection of used parts (taken from donated bikes that aren't safe/worth refurbishing) on a PWYC basis. /good idea - ensure everything is tested first where possible or offer on the basis of 'sold as seen'/ All of this will be on a seasonal basis. May-Oct. If it lasts longer than this season, I'll grow it as I'm able in the future. /the current container has walls and ceiling insulated with 50mm recycled glass-bottle fibre insulation behind 18mm ply. (With a 2kw oil radiator, this is okay to work inside, down to around 0 degrees C) / Right now my primary goal is to take advantage of the surge of interest in cycling to get more people on bikes. /brilliant!!/ I'm also interested in diverting as much waste from landfills as possible, and would love to hear any ideas about converting frames/parts to useable objects (repair stands, tables, clocks, whatever). /we're also moving to zero waste...some of the things we've created (and sold) have been..../ /Coffee Table/ /Light Stand/ /Belts (most common)/ /Bottle openers/ /Clocks/ /Keyrings/ / / /we've also supplied 'waste streams' (such as old inner tubes) to local artists for upcycling/ / / Let me know if I can be of more assistance Cory and all the best with this! In service, *Lawrence Mohammed* CEO and Founder Pro Bike Service C.I.C. *+44 (0)77 222 58587* *probikeservice.co.uk <https://probikeservice.co.uk>* /::Olympic Park Site:: Pro Bike Service C.I.C. Multi-Storey Car Park, Lesney Avenue Queen Elizabeth Olympic Park London E20 3BS *map location <https://what3words.com/upset.habit.funds>* / On 10/02/2021 21:04, 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. How Many Of Y'all Run/Volunteer At A Shipping Container Based > Co-op? (Cory W. W) > 2. Re: How Many Of Y'all Run/Volunteer At A Shipping Container > Based Co-op? (BikeConcord) > 3. Re: How Many Of Y'all Run/Volunteer At A Shipping Container > Based Co-op? (Cory W. W) > > _______________________________________________ > Thethinktank mailing list > Thethinktank(a)lists.bikecollectives.org > http://lists.bikecollectives.org/listinfo.cgi/thethinktank-bikecollectives.…

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Re: [TheThinkTank] Thethinktank Digest, Vol 173, Issue 5
by Geoff Heath 11 Feb '21

11 Feb '21

Hi Folks Not the best time to re-locate given the global pandemic, but maybe some Canadians are interested in this job posting. Willing to accept late applications. https://thewrench.ca/the-wrench-is-hiring-sales-lead/ Be well all you good peoples, Geoff On Thu, Feb 11, 2021 at 3:03 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: Thethinktank Digest, Vol 173, Issue 4 (Lawrence Mohammed) > 2. Re: Thethinktank Digest, Vol 173, Issue 4 (Cory W. W) > 3. Sunday Workshop Manager (Geoffrey Smart) > 4. Re: Thethinktank Digest, Vol 173, Issue 4 (Lawrence Mohammed) > 5. Re: Thethinktank Digest, Vol 173, Issue 4 (Cory W. W) > 6. Re: Thethinktank Digest, Vol 173, Issue 4 (Lawrence Mohammed) > > > ---------------------------------------------------------------------- > > Message: 1 > Date: Wed, 10 Feb 2021 22:04:06 +0000 > From: Lawrence Mohammed <law(a)probikeservice.co.uk> > To: thethinktank(a)lists.bikecollectives.org > Subject: Re: [TheThinkTank] Thethinktank Digest, Vol 173, Issue 4 > Message-ID: > <b9ca0ba9-7080-a85d-f6dc-7cbfdde3685c(a)probikeservice.co.uk> > Content-Type: text/plain; charset="windows-1252"; Format="flowed" > > Hey Cory! > > > I currently run a bicycle workshop out of a 30ft x 10ft container (3 > workstations), previously ran a pilot from a 20ft x 8ft6" container (2 > workstations, minimal storage)......answering your questions... > > I've been offered a shipping container in a BMX park to use for a > fledgling co-op. > /each shipping container has a unique ID - much like a car registration > plate - use this to find the year and history - if the container is very > old and/or damaged/too rusty, you may be better off with another./ > I want to hear from others who operate out of containers. What has your > experience been like?? What challenges does operating out of a container > present that a traditional retail/warehouse space does not?? How do you > address those challenges? > /space is the main concern, then temperature, then functionality..../ > /8ft 6" is difficult - you can setup workstands here but with internal > insulation and fitouts it will be a squeeze...unless...you have wall > mounted stands and access one side only > / > /w.r.t temperature you have two options - totally sealed with spray > insulation (about ?2500 for a small container in London UK, though > highly toxic and bad for the environment) or glass-fibre insulation and > allowing the unit to 'breathe' through vents - I chose the latter/ > /whatever you do, avoid cutting holes in the roof or walls - the > strength of the container is due to the corrugation - also you'd avoid > leaks and potential security weaknesses > / > /another thing?? NEVER place the container on soil where the bottom of > the container touches the ground - containers can rust and rot easily.? > Also, for this reason, I coated ours with 4 coats of Hammerite and the > roof with an additional 2 coats of bitumen paint > / > / > / > My plan is to provide tools and two or three stands (spaced very > generously apart) for DIY service as well as a small selection of new > consumables (cables, housing, ferrules, etc) on a PWYC basis. > /I built all the racking and timber fitout on both containers - > advice....use std size containers and build the racking around this (or > just buy custom heavy duty racking if you have budget).? If using a std > 20ft x 8'6" container you can get 2 stands in, if a std 40ft, 4 stands/ > /conventional container fitouts in the UK use 6mm ply and 44mm timber.? > I used what I could access (18mm ply and 2" x 4" timber) and was so glad > I had these!? the walls are strong enough (especially with battens) for > hanging shelving and bikes etc...though the overall weight is high/ > Partially finance the above by selling refurbished donated bikes. > /depends where you are but where I am this is not a money-earner - > servicing is where the income is/ > Provide a small selection of used parts (taken from donated bikes that > aren't safe/worth refurbishing) on a PWYC basis. > /good idea - ensure everything is tested first where possible or offer > on the basis of 'sold as seen'/ > All of this will be on a seasonal basis.? May-Oct.? If it lasts longer > than this season, I'll grow it as I'm able in the future. > /the current container has walls and ceiling insulated with 50mm > recycled glass-bottle fibre insulation behind 18mm ply.? (With a 2kw oil > radiator, this is okay to work inside, down to around 0 degrees C) / > Right now my primary goal is to take advantage of the surge of interest > in cycling to get more people on bikes. > /brilliant!!/ > I'm also interested in diverting as much waste from landfills as > possible, and would love to hear any ideas about converting frames/parts > to useable objects (repair stands, tables, clocks, whatever). > /we're also moving to zero waste...some of the things we've created (and > sold) have been..../ > /Coffee Table/ > /Light Stand/ > /Belts (most common)/ > /Bottle openers/ > /Clocks/ > /Keyrings/ > / > / > /we've also supplied 'waste streams' (such as old inner tubes) to local > artists for upcycling/ > / > / > > Let me know if I can be of more assistance Cory and all the best with this! > > > In service, > > *Lawrence Mohammed* > CEO and Founder > Pro Bike Service C.I.C. > *+44 (0)77 222 58587* > *probikeservice.co.uk <https://probikeservice.co.uk>* > > /::Olympic Park Site:: > Pro Bike Service C.I.C. > Multi-Storey Car Park, Lesney Avenue > Queen Elizabeth Olympic Park > London E20 3BS > *map location <https://what3words.com/upset.habit.funds>* > > / > On 10/02/2021 21:04, 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. How Many Of Y'all Run/Volunteer At A Shipping Container Based > > Co-op? (Cory W. W) > > 2. Re: How Many Of Y'all Run/Volunteer At A Shipping Container > > Based Co-op? (BikeConcord) > > 3. Re: How Many Of Y'all Run/Volunteer At A Shipping Container > > Based Co-op? (Cory W. W) > > > > _______________________________________________ > > Thethinktank mailing list > > Thethinktank(a)lists.bikecollectives.org > > > http://lists.bikecollectives.org/listinfo.cgi/thethinktank-bikecollectives.… >

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Sunday Workshop Manager
by Geoffrey Smart 10 Feb '21

10 Feb '21

Hi All, I thought I would share this job description. Full Job Description attached. We are looking for someone to lead a Sunday team entirely devoted to supplying bikes to refugees, asylum seekers and others in need. An important part of the position is to develop a more diverse group of volunteers. Any advice on how to increase diversity would be appreciated. Geoff Smart Back2Bikes Port Melbourne Australia workshop(a)back2bikes.com.au <https://www.avast.com/sig-email?utm_medium=email&utm_source=link&utm_campai…> Virus-free. www.avast.com <https://www.avast.com/sig-email?utm_medium=email&utm_source=link&utm_campai…> <#DAB4FAD8-2DD7-40BB-A1B8-4E2AA1F9FDF2>

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Re: [TheThinkTank] How Many Of Y'all Run/Volunteer At A Shipping Container Based Co-op?
by BikeConcord 10 Feb '21

10 Feb '21

We are running a community bicycle shop out of shipping container. Insulation and ventilation is very important. We used the stuff in the link below. Even though the container facebook pages said don't do it. It has worked for us. Spray foam may be the best, I don’t know. It is very expensive. https://www.insulation4less.com/default.aspx Two whirlybirds on the roof for ventilation. Best regards and Happy pedaling! “Smitty” (S. M. Ardrey) Community Outreach & Bike Kitchen Coordinator a.k.a. The Instigator (925)285-1814 BikeConcord.org Facebook: BikeConcord Bike Concord's nonprofit 501(c) 3 sponsor is Bike East Bay BikeEastBay.org > On Feb 10, 2021, at 8:15 AM, Cory W. W <cory.ww(a)mail.com> wrote: > > I've been offered a shipping container in a BMX park to use for a fledgling co-op. > > I want to hear from others who operate out of containers. What has your experience been like? What challenges does operating out of a container present that a traditional retail/warehouse space does not? How do you address those challenges? > > My plan is to provide tools and two or three stands (spaced very generously apart) for DIY service as well as a small selection of new consumables (cables, housing, ferrules, etc) on a PWYC basis. > > Partially finance the above by selling refurbished donated bikes. > > Provide a small selection of used parts (taken from donated bikes that aren't safe/worth refurbishing) on a PWYC basis. > > All of this will be on a seasonal basis. May-Oct. If it lasts longer than this season, I'll grow it as I'm able in the future. > > Right now my primary goal is to take advantage of the surge of interest in cycling to get more people on bikes. > > I'm also interested in diverting as much waste from landfills as possible, and would love to hear any ideas about converting frames/parts to useable objects (repair stands, tables, clocks, whatever). > ____________________________________ > > The ThinkTank mailing List > > Unsubscribe from this list here: http://lists.bikecollectives.org/options.cgi/thethinktank-bikecollectives.o…

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How Many Of Y'all Run/Volunteer At A Shipping Container Based Co-op?
by Cory W. W 10 Feb '21

10 Feb '21

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The Bike Kitchen is Hiring!
by Katheryn L 04 Feb '21

04 Feb '21

Hi folks, The Bike Kitchen in Windsor, Ontario (Canada) is hiring a Program Director/Shop Manager! We're a small community bike shop located in Windsor, Ontario - the southernmost city in Canada. You can read more about what we do and who we are here <https://bikewindsoressex.com/programs/the-bike-kitchen/>. The past few years have marked a lot of exciting new growth for us, and we're looking for someone to take over managing the day-to-day shop operations and take the lead on our community programming. I'm sad to be leaving this position, but the cold, cold streets of Winnipeg are calling me home. I have more than enjoyed the last year working here, and I would highly recommend the position to anyone looking to get involved in the non-profit community bike shop world in Ontario. We've got a great, supportive community of people involved and there is lots of space to learn and grow! You can view the full job posting here <https://bikewindsoressex.com/the-bike-kitchen-is-hiring/>, and please feel free to reach out with any questions! Cheers, Katheryn Loewen Program Director and Lead Mechanic The Bike Kitchen

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How to share account logins
by Nate Kemphues 04 Feb '21

04 Feb '21

Hi everybody So, like you, we have a lot of online accounts that various folks need to access: emails, bank accounts, social media, utilities, and on and on. Some of these need to be kept reasonably secure, others not so much. Does anyone have a good method of keeping tracking of your accounts in a way that they can be shared easily but still kept safe? Thanks! Nate MoBo Bicycle Coop, Cincinnati

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Community Cycling Center is Hiring a Development Director
by momoko saunders 03 Feb '21

03 Feb '21

Hey all, A lot of you know me from Bike Farm, which is an all volunteer run bike collective here in Portland, OR. Recently, I took up the role of Executive Director for the Community Cycling Center, a non-profit that's been broadening access to bicycles, and keeping them out of the land fills, for 26 years!! It's an interesting move from all volunteers to a staff of 35. I'm hoping to attend the next BikeBike (should it be safe to do so) and maybe we can continue the conversation around paid vs. employee organizations. Anyhow, on the ask/offer. CCC is hiring a Development Director! <https://communitycyclingcenter.org/about/jobs/development-director/> Please apply if you are interested. The role is a Director level position so we do ask for solid experience with managing a team and fundraising. We also value the lived experience of someone from a marginalized community. Please also share with your networks. We are hoping to fill this role in March so applications would be great to see by mid February. Hope you all are staying safe and healthy, -Momoko

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Portland Gear Hub (Maine) Hiring FT Bicycle Mechanic & Sales
by Ainsley Judge 29 Jan '21

29 Jan '21

Hi all, The Portland Gear Hub is hiring for a full-time Bicycle Mechanic and Sales position. *You can learn more about us and the position here.* <https://portlandgearhub.org/careers/> Based in Portland, Maine, we're a nonprofit outdoor gear and bike shop powered by a youth outdoor education center, Ketcha Outdoors. The Gear Hub is a full service shop with a large retail floor selling a mix of refurbished bicycles, new and used bike components, camping equipment, and nordic ski gear. We use our retail sales to sustain our programs, which largely take place out of a dedicated educational space known as the Gear Hub Bike School. We also rent XC Skis and Snowshoes at a nordic trail network in Oxford, Maine in the winters. Our mission is to get more youth and adults outside and active by increasing access to affordable, reliable gear. We're looking for someone who has experience as a mechanic and is mission-driven. *Follow this link to read more about the position and who we are. * <https://portlandgearhub.org/careers/> Thanks!! Ainsley -- Ainsley Judge She/her/hers Director of the Portland Gear Hub A program of Camp Ketcha portlandgearhub.org

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Pedal is hiring a Youth & Education Facilitator
by Sophia Suderman 21 Jan '21

21 Jan '21

Hi everyone! Just wanted to let you know that Pedal and Our Community Bikes is looking to hire a Youth & Education Facilitator in Vancouver, BC. More info can be found here. <http://pedalpower.org/wp-content/uploads/2021/01/Youth-and-Education-Facili…> Cheers, Sophia -- Sophia Suderman Executive Director PEDAL - Pedal Energy Development Alternatives 2429 Main Street Unceded Coast Salish Territories www.pedalpower.org | (604) 879-2453

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Successful interventions for interrupting sexism
by Dennis Wollersheim 19 Jan '21

19 Jan '21

Hi everyone We ran a volunteer induction working bee today (photo attached), and despite our best intentions, sexism was a constant companion. It wasn't over the top, just the everyday: Woman: "how do I...?" Man: "let me show you..." 10 minute later, man still holding the spanner. Many times, multiple circumstances. Unrequested advice is another common form. The problem is that it is baked into the cultural dynamics. It is tricky to interrupt without making everyone feel bad. I've got a personal policy that I try to follow: - don't touch bike unless requested, - don't offer information unless questioned, or someone about to hurt themselves, - watch, listen But that takes much patience, and comes after 20 years of anti sexism work. It is a bit of a stretch for our 75 year old volunteer mechanic with a heart of gold. I'm looking for something pragmatic that we can implement, to interrupt the worst of it, to make some space. Does anyone have advice? Success stories? Much love from Melbourne bike shed Dennis Secretary

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Re: [TheThinkTank] Thethinktank Digest, Vol 172, Issue 2
by Lawrence Mohammed 18 Jan '21

18 Jan '21

Attended some great D&I workshops last year, the best one which was provided by this organisation (for free): https://www.serenityinleadership.com/about Harvard bias tests also good...worth noting - these should be uncomfortable! if exploring with your team work, within a strong container and space: https://implicit.harvard.edu/implicit/takeatest.html We had a team meeting focused on Diversity and Inclusion as well as many private chats last year to support team members suffering from the results of Covid, Brexit and uprisings related to injustice and inequality - not only limited to the notion of race. I wanted to explore how best to steward and model the behaviours and values needed to co-create a unified, compassionate, kind, empowered, meritocratic and resilient team and thus community. If I had more time and resources, I'd like to have team days exploring things like this. A heart of gold can only be expanded, understanding and resonance is the key In service, *Lawrence Mohammed* CEO and Founder Pro Bike Service C.I.C. *+44 (0)77 222 58587* *probikeservice.co.uk <https://probikeservice.co.uk>* /::Olympic Park Site:: Pro Bike Service C.I.C. Multi-Storey Car Park, Lesney Avenue Queen Elizabeth Olympic Park London E20 3BS *map location <https://what3words.com/upset.habit.funds>* / On 17/01/2021 21:03, 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. Successful interventions for interrupting sexism > (Dennis Wollersheim) > 2. Re: Successful interventions for interrupting sexism > (momoko saunders) > > _______________________________________________ > Thethinktank mailing list > Thethinktank(a)lists.bikecollectives.org > http://lists.bikecollectives.org/listinfo.cgi/thethinktank-bikecollectives.…

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Playing Cards, Bike-Centric, Kickstarter project
by Skills-of-Bike Bookata 05 Jan '21

05 Jan '21

Think-tankers, hello again from Montreal, The deck features original graphic work inspired by vintage Art Deco posters of women cyclists and their early bikes. It is a continuation of our just finished and successfully closed KS project. The collective wisdom and goodwill hosted on this forum is amazing. We would love to receive any feedback, suggestions, corrections. https://www.kickstarter.com/projects/1522759383/1735898345?ref=7vq3kx&token… The original SKILLS OF BIKE / GRIP OF LIFE Kickstarter offered a calendar, a book and a zine, all centered on the women emancipation movement. (*h**ttp://kck.st/3jC58as <http://kck.st/3jC58as>*) Any kind of support from you would work- fund$ or a post on Facebook, Twitter, email to your personal or community networks. Merci beaucoup andrei+Dario

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Quick info request from Bicycling magazine
by Matt VanSlyke 18 Dec '20

18 Dec '20

Hey all, I was contacted by a writer from Bicycling magazine who is doing a quick turnaround story on Earn-a-Bike programs. The author is looking to gather some basic info about earn-a-bike efforts and put together a very brief survey to do so. If you have a few minutes BEFORE THE WEEKEND the link is below. https://www.surveymonkey.com/r/VTSJTL7 All the best, Matt, UBR -- -- Matt VanSlyke 315.525.9554 (voice or txt)

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Postcard Exchange - put your shop on the list
by Bike Church Santa Cruz 16 Dec '20

16 Dec '20

Hi friends! We're doing a postcard/letter exchange because it'll be fun and cute. All you need to do is put your community bike shop on the list or send postcards to shops on the list, or both! (I'm gonna start sending cards in a month or so once the list has grown a bit.) The idea is nothing more than growing connections between fellow weirdos doing a similar thing. I mean, we're doing something amazing, no? To thrive in opposition to capitalism is no small task and I want us to support each other and know one another. I'm sad to not have Bike!Bike! this year (I was really looking forward to attending for the first time in Ciudad de Mexico of all places) and perhaps it can serve to fill the gap a bit. Anyhow please feel free to add other shops and then we can surprise them! If you have any suggestions or questions about it email me at thebikechurch(a)gmail.com Here's the link https://docs.google.com/spreadsheets/d/1bnhLT_mj5Ym6uBDGoCVFVz2bsixWbOtEama… In love and struggle, Nik The Bike Church occupied Ohlone land "Santa Cruz, CA"

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Re: [TheThinkTank] Thethinktank Digest, Vol 171, Issue 7
by Tegan Moss [B!KE] 16 Dec '20

16 Dec '20

We have a tool library. It has had very limited uptake but we have had low case counts and people have been using our workshop for DIY since July 7th. I am curious if we end up using it for things like bike trailers and cargo bikes... We set it up using a software platform called MyTurn. The developer Gene is super lovely to work with and they understand the organic nature of organizations like ours. Features offered include things like sliding scale payments which are unheard of in more traditional platforms. Check it out here: https://communitybikeshop.myturn.com/library/ Cheers, Tegan On Wed, Dec 16, 2020 at 4:04 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. Lending Library for Bike Tools? (Aaron Shaw) > 2. Re: Postcard Exchange - put your shop on the list (Tigre Bici) > > > > ---------- Forwarded message ---------- > From: Aaron Shaw <atshaw(a)ucdavis.edu> > To: The Think Tank <thethinktank(a)lists.bikecollectives.org> > Cc: > Bcc: > Date: Tue, 15 Dec 2020 16:00:24 -0800 > Subject: [TheThinkTank] Lending Library for Bike Tools? > Hey all! > Has anyone set-up a lending library for bike tools pre-or-post covid? > There is a non-profit in the Sacramento region lending music recording > equipment that i was inspired by - Musiclandria > <https://www.musiclandria.com/lending-program>. Applying this lending > library concept to bike tools could be a good way to promote diy repair > from a covid-safe distance...something we are all trying to do these days. > I'm wondering if anyone has done this at their community bike shop, and if > there may be learnings that could be shared with the group. > > Thanks! > Aaron > Davis Bike Collective, "Bike Forth" > > > > ---------- Forwarded message ---------- > From: Tigre Bici <bici.uanl(a)gmail.com> > To: The Think Tank <thethinktank(a)lists.bikecollectives.org> > Cc: > Bcc: > Date: Wed, 16 Dec 2020 14:48:05 -0600 > Subject: Re: [TheThinkTank] Postcard Exchange - put your shop on the list > yeeeiii amazing > > On Mon, Dec 14, 2020 at 1:25 PM peter(a)BikeClarkCounty.org < > peter(a)bikeclarkcounty.org> wrote: > >> Early pandemic I was thinking of starting up a shop-to-shop tee-shirt >> exchange…I’m size Small. haha >> >> >> >> >> On Dec 13, 2020, at 10:51 AM, Thomas Butler <thomas.unavailable(a)gmail.com> >> wrote: >> >> yaaaay!! this is so great >> >> Suggestion to add a column for receiving shops to tally where their cards >> came from (so we can see who the big senders are?) I'm willing to do this >> with permission. >> >> thanks for organizing. >> >> On Sun, Dec 13, 2020 at 12:03 PM Andrew Yee <andrew(a)bikex.org> wrote: >> >>> Fun idea Nik! Added. >>> >>> I have to remember how stamps work! >>> >>> On Sat, Dec 12, 2020, 5:46 PM Bike Church Santa Cruz < >>> thebikechurch(a)gmail.com> wrote: >>> >>>> Hi friends! >>>> We're doing a postcard/letter exchange because it'll be fun and cute. >>>> All you need to do is put your community bike shop on the list or send >>>> postcards to shops on the list, or both! (I'm gonna start sending cards in >>>> a month or so once the list has grown a bit.) The idea is nothing more than >>>> growing connections between fellow weirdos doing a similar thing. I mean, >>>> we're doing something amazing, no? To thrive in opposition to capitalism is >>>> no small task and I want us to support each other and know one another. I'm >>>> sad to not have Bike!Bike! this year (I was really looking forward to >>>> attending for the first time in Ciudad de Mexico of all places) and perhaps >>>> it can serve to fill the gap a bit. Anyhow please feel free to add other >>>> shops and then we can surprise them! If you have any suggestions or >>>> questions about it email me at thebikechurch(a)gmail.com >>>> Here's the link >>>> >>>> https://docs.google.com/spreadsheets/d/1bnhLT_mj5Ym6uBDGoCVFVz2bsixWbOtEama… >>>> In love and struggle, >>>> Nik >>>> The Bike Church >>>> occupied Ohlone land >>>> "Santa Cruz, CA" >>>> ____________________________________ >>>> >>>> The ThinkTank mailing List >>>> >>>> Unsubscribe from this list here: >>>> http://lists.bikecollectives.org/options.cgi/thethinktank-bikecollectives.o… >>>> >>>> ____________________________________ >>> >>> The ThinkTank mailing List >>> >>> Unsubscribe from this list here: >>> http://lists.bikecollectives.org/options.cgi/thethinktank-bikecollectives.o… >>> >>> ____________________________________ >> >> The ThinkTank mailing List >> >> Unsubscribe from this list here: >> http://lists.bikecollectives.org/options.cgi/thethinktank-bikecollectives.o… >> >> >> ____________________________________ >> >> The ThinkTank mailing List >> >> Unsubscribe from this list here: >> http://lists.bikecollectives.org/options.cgi/thethinktank-bikecollectives.o… >> >> _______________________________________________ > Thethinktank mailing list > Thethinktank(a)lists.bikecollectives.org > > http://lists.bikecollectives.org/listinfo.cgi/thethinktank-bikecollectives.… > -- Executive Director B!KE: The Peterborough Community Bike Shop 293 George St, Peterborough ON (705) 775-7227 communitybikeshop.org she/her

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Lending Library for Bike Tools?
by Aaron Shaw 15 Dec '20

15 Dec '20

Hey all! Has anyone set-up a lending library for bike tools pre-or-post covid? There is a non-profit in the Sacramento region lending music recording equipment that i was inspired by - Musiclandria <https://www.musiclandria.com/lending-program>. Applying this lending library concept to bike tools could be a good way to promote diy repair from a covid-safe distance...something we are all trying to do these days. I'm wondering if anyone has done this at their community bike shop, and if there may be learnings that could be shared with the group. Thanks! Aaron Davis Bike Collective, "Bike Forth"

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How Were Your Organizational Transitions?
by Thomas Butler 13 Dec '20

13 Dec '20

I’m interested to hear from people whose organizations made transitions from: volunteer-centric to staff-centric all-donation to grant-(or retail-)funded consensus-run to exclusive/majoritarian board (or something else) In particular what were peoples’ objections to the transition? What problems or pitfalls were there? Did the shop lose its independence? What net-negatives were there (even if overwhelmingly outweighed by all the positives?) Please feel free to reply to my personal email here if there’s something you don’t want to put on blast: thomas.unavailable(a)gmail.com My interest is not regarding articles of incorporation or how to fill out 501c3 paperwork. (there are threads on those topics in TheThinkTank archives <http://lists.bikecollectives.org/pipermail/thethinktank-bikecollectives.org/> if anyone is curious). Your testimonial is likely more relevant if your organization's incorporation is far in the past relative to its transition(s). Thank you all so much for the work you do in your own communities and for the work you do in this community of ours. Thomas Butler he | they Austin’s Yellow Bike Project

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Re: [TheThinkTank] Thethinktank Digest, Vol 171, Issue 4
by Tegan Moss [B!KE] 13 Dec '20

13 Dec '20

Thanks for the input on how folks compensate bike builders. Some good leads places to follow up. Cheers, Tegan On Sat, Dec 12, 2020 at 4:03 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: Paying People who Refurbish Bikes (Aaron Shaw) > 2. Re: Paying People who Refurbish Bikes (Bike Church Santa Cruz) > 3. Re: Online bicycle education offerings (Kim Schaffer) > > > > ---------- Forwarded message ---------- > From: Aaron Shaw <atshaw(a)ucdavis.edu> > To: The Think Tank <thethinktank(a)lists.bikecollectives.org> > Cc: > Bcc: > Date: Fri, 11 Dec 2020 14:06:53 -0800 > Subject: Re: [TheThinkTank] Paying People who Refurbish Bikes > Hey Nik! > I used to work at Pedex and volunteer at the church from time to time. > It’s nice to hear from you! > > I was wondering how the bike church pays their workers. Are they on > payroll? I’m volunteering at the davis bike collective and I enjoy the > freedom of not having payroll but also could appreciate the extra work paid > staff could accomplish. Do you have payroll? Is it as much work as I think > or am I wrong? > > Aaron > He/they > > On Thu, Dec 10, 2020 at 9:28 PM Bike Church Santa Cruz < > thebikechurch(a)gmail.com> wrote: > >> Here at Bike Church we started a new system where each bike build is >> worth $30 (two paid hours) no matter which bike. Some donated bikes need a >> quick check, pump, dust-off and test ride and are ready. Some need a full >> rebuild. It is up to mechanics to choose which bikes to fix and the idea is >> that it'll all even out in the end to fair pay while still ensuring a >> profit from each bike (except for the $30 bikes, but it still benefits the >> shop to have super cheap bikes available for our community). Everyone is >> strongly encouraged to go for the quick and easy bikes first, which >> benefits both the individual in terms of hourly rate, and the shop because >> we end up with more ready to go bikes. In the end people tend to go for the >> sexy but way-more-work bike projects anyways. >> >> Each mechanic or apprentice can only have one shop project going at a >> time and when they're done it needs to be checked off by a core mechanic, >> who will then add it to the builder's timesheet (for a core mechanic who >> builds it they get a different core to check it off). This way we have >> consistent quality control and by limiting everyone to one project at a >> time we don't end up with a dozen half-done (or 99% done) bikes that aren't >> ready to ride or ready to sell. It's a new system so I can't guarantee you >> that it works but so far it's promising. >> >> Nik - she/they >> Bike Church core mechanic >> "Santa Cruz, California" >> >> On Fri, Nov 27, 2020 at 8:32 PM Kevin Dwyer <kevidwyer(a)gmail.com> wrote: >> >>> Hi Tegan, All- >>> >>> The Salt Lake Bicycle Collective has, for years, employed mechanic staff >>> (in addition to program staff, some of which is contracted, others >>> employees). Last I checked, the pay scale is pretty flat with most >>> mechanics earning about $15/hr. With a vibrant bike community in Utah and 4 >>> locations, the Bicycle Collective has acted as a training grounds for >>> future commercial bike shop employment, with several former employees in >>> key/leading roles at local for-profit bike retailers, where wages are in >>> the $18-24/hr for skilled mechanics. Donna McAleer is the executive >>> director and somewhat new to the job, I don't think she's on this list. >>> >>> In my experience, many community bike shops in larger, bike popular >>> towns operate with paid staff: Portland-Community Cycling Center, City >>> Bikes, North Portland Bike Works; Boulder-Community Cycles; Seattle- Bike >>> Works; San Francisco- Freewheel; Boise-Boise Bicycle Project. I'm not sure >>> if any of those orgs are on the list, but you may be able to contact them >>> for insights. Bikes are getting increasingly complex and diverse so it's >>> nice to see that someone could make a decent wage while promoting this >>> great activity. >>> >>> Kevin >>> >>> >>> On Fri, Nov 27, 2020 at 4:30 PM Thomas Butler < >>> thomas.unavailable(a)gmail.com> wrote: >>> >>>> In 2013 we at Austin's Yellow Bike Project started a staff program, >>>> mostly because our big new-at-the-time shop seemed underutilized. It seemed >>>> fine until the last few years. The staff feels there is a lack in >>>> accountability from the board, which is a loosely organized group of >>>> volunteers. So when the staff has problems, they seem not to get solved and >>>> people quit. We're down to 2 employees (one of whom is part time) from a >>>> peak of 7 a year ago. Almost all staff were board members before their hire >>>> date, so the arrangement has had the added detriment of gutting the board >>>> of (often its most) capable members. >>>> >>>> To answer your questions: >>>> We pay them hourly, and all the same hourly (which was their choice). >>>> But that may be about to change as there's talk of re-organizing from a >>>> collective to a manager-and-staff. They set the bike prices. >>>> >>>> Thomas Butler >>>> he | they >>>> Austin's Yellow Bike Project >>>> austinyellowbike.org >>>> >>>> On Thu, Nov 26, 2020 at 5:39 PM Tegan Moss [B!KE] < >>>> director(a)communitybikeshop.org> wrote: >>>> >>>>> Hi Folks, >>>>> >>>>> B!KE does not currently pay anyone to fix bikes. We do not have any >>>>> staff members who do repairs for clients or refurbish bicycles to sell. Our >>>>> hundreds of refurb that get completed each year are currently done by >>>>> volunteers. >>>>> >>>>> We have occasionally talked about how to compensate volunteers who are >>>>> particularly prolific bike builders. What do other shops do? Do you pay >>>>> people to refurbish bikes? Is it per bike or per hour? Are all bikes worth >>>>> the same amount? Are all bike builders compensated equally? >>>>> >>>>> If you have a system that is working well for your shop I would be >>>>> very interested in talking to you about what you do. Please send me an >>>>> email if this is something you'd be open to talking about. >>>>> >>>>> Thanks, >>>>> Tegan >>>>> >>>>> -- >>>>> Executive Director >>>>> B!KE: The Peterborough Community Bike Shop >>>>> 293 George St, Peterborough ON >>>>> <https://www.google.com/maps/search/293+George+St,+Peterborough+ON?entry=gma…> >>>>> (705) 775-7227 >>>>> communitybikeshop.org >>>>> she/her >>>>> >>>>> ____________________________________ >>>>> >>>>> The ThinkTank mailing List >>>>> >>>>> Unsubscribe from this list here: >>>>> http://lists.bikecollectives.org/options.cgi/thethinktank-bikecollectives.o… >>>>> >>>>> ____________________________________ >>>> >>>> The ThinkTank mailing List >>>> >>>> Unsubscribe from this list here: >>>> http://lists.bikecollectives.org/options.cgi/thethinktank-bikecollectives.o… >>>> >>>> >>> >>> -- >>> >>> ____________________________________ >>> >>> The ThinkTank mailing List >>> >>> Unsubscribe from this list here: >>> http://lists.bikecollectives.org/options.cgi/thethinktank-bikecollectives.o… >>> >>> ____________________________________ >> >> The ThinkTank mailing List >> >> Unsubscribe from this list here: >> http://lists.bikecollectives.org/options.cgi/thethinktank-bikecollectives.o… >> >> > > > ---------- Forwarded message ---------- > From: Bike Church Santa Cruz <thebikechurch(a)gmail.com> > To: The Think Tank <thethinktank(a)lists.bikecollectives.org> > Cc: > Bcc: > Date: Fri, 11 Dec 2020 15:42:50 -0800 > Subject: Re: [TheThinkTank] Paying People who Refurbish Bikes > Hi Aaron, > We do payroll and it's not a ton of work but I imagine it was a lot to > set-up. It means W-2s and all that, but on the other side it means there's > unemployment insurance if we need it. Filing payroll is done twice a week > and is one of our administrative clerkships. We make sure that at least two > people know how to do it in case someone isn't available for some reason. > Ps. PedX is still going strong and is currently hiring! > Nik > > > On Fri, Dec 11, 2020 at 2:07 PM Aaron Shaw <atshaw(a)ucdavis.edu> wrote: > >> Hey Nik! >> I used to work at Pedex and volunteer at the church from time to time. >> It’s nice to hear from you! >> >> I was wondering how the bike church pays their workers. Are they on >> payroll? I’m volunteering at the davis bike collective and I enjoy the >> freedom of not having payroll but also could appreciate the extra work paid >> staff could accomplish. Do you have payroll? Is it as much work as I think >> or am I wrong? >> >> Aaron >> He/they >> >> On Thu, Dec 10, 2020 at 9:28 PM Bike Church Santa Cruz < >> thebikechurch(a)gmail.com> wrote: >> >>> Here at Bike Church we started a new system where each bike build is >>> worth $30 (two paid hours) no matter which bike. Some donated bikes need a >>> quick check, pump, dust-off and test ride and are ready. Some need a full >>> rebuild. It is up to mechanics to choose which bikes to fix and the idea is >>> that it'll all even out in the end to fair pay while still ensuring a >>> profit from each bike (except for the $30 bikes, but it still benefits the >>> shop to have super cheap bikes available for our community). Everyone is >>> strongly encouraged to go for the quick and easy bikes first, which >>> benefits both the individual in terms of hourly rate, and the shop because >>> we end up with more ready to go bikes. In the end people tend to go for the >>> sexy but way-more-work bike projects anyways. >>> >>> Each mechanic or apprentice can only have one shop project going at a >>> time and when they're done it needs to be checked off by a core mechanic, >>> who will then add it to the builder's timesheet (for a core mechanic who >>> builds it they get a different core to check it off). This way we have >>> consistent quality control and by limiting everyone to one project at a >>> time we don't end up with a dozen half-done (or 99% done) bikes that aren't >>> ready to ride or ready to sell. It's a new system so I can't guarantee you >>> that it works but so far it's promising. >>> >>> Nik - she/they >>> Bike Church core mechanic >>> "Santa Cruz, California" >>> >>> On Fri, Nov 27, 2020 at 8:32 PM Kevin Dwyer <kevidwyer(a)gmail.com> wrote: >>> >>>> Hi Tegan, All- >>>> >>>> The Salt Lake Bicycle Collective has, for years, employed mechanic >>>> staff (in addition to program staff, some of which is contracted, others >>>> employees). Last I checked, the pay scale is pretty flat with most >>>> mechanics earning about $15/hr. With a vibrant bike community in Utah and 4 >>>> locations, the Bicycle Collective has acted as a training grounds for >>>> future commercial bike shop employment, with several former employees in >>>> key/leading roles at local for-profit bike retailers, where wages are in >>>> the $18-24/hr for skilled mechanics. Donna McAleer is the executive >>>> director and somewhat new to the job, I don't think she's on this list. >>>> >>>> In my experience, many community bike shops in larger, bike popular >>>> towns operate with paid staff: Portland-Community Cycling Center, City >>>> Bikes, North Portland Bike Works; Boulder-Community Cycles; Seattle- Bike >>>> Works; San Francisco- Freewheel; Boise-Boise Bicycle Project. I'm not sure >>>> if any of those orgs are on the list, but you may be able to contact them >>>> for insights. Bikes are getting increasingly complex and diverse so it's >>>> nice to see that someone could make a decent wage while promoting this >>>> great activity. >>>> >>>> Kevin >>>> >>>> >>>> On Fri, Nov 27, 2020 at 4:30 PM Thomas Butler < >>>> thomas.unavailable(a)gmail.com> wrote: >>>> >>>>> In 2013 we at Austin's Yellow Bike Project started a staff program, >>>>> mostly because our big new-at-the-time shop seemed underutilized. It seemed >>>>> fine until the last few years. The staff feels there is a lack in >>>>> accountability from the board, which is a loosely organized group of >>>>> volunteers. So when the staff has problems, they seem not to get solved and >>>>> people quit. We're down to 2 employees (one of whom is part time) from a >>>>> peak of 7 a year ago. Almost all staff were board members before their hire >>>>> date, so the arrangement has had the added detriment of gutting the board >>>>> of (often its most) capable members. >>>>> >>>>> To answer your questions: >>>>> We pay them hourly, and all the same hourly (which was their choice). >>>>> But that may be about to change as there's talk of re-organizing from a >>>>> collective to a manager-and-staff. They set the bike prices. >>>>> >>>>> Thomas Butler >>>>> he | they >>>>> Austin's Yellow Bike Project >>>>> austinyellowbike.org >>>>> >>>>> On Thu, Nov 26, 2020 at 5:39 PM Tegan Moss [B!KE] < >>>>> director(a)communitybikeshop.org> wrote: >>>>> >>>>>> Hi Folks, >>>>>> >>>>>> B!KE does not currently pay anyone to fix bikes. We do not have any >>>>>> staff members who do repairs for clients or refurbish bicycles to sell. Our >>>>>> hundreds of refurb that get completed each year are currently done by >>>>>> volunteers. >>>>>> >>>>>> We have occasionally talked about how to compensate volunteers who >>>>>> are particularly prolific bike builders. What do other shops do? Do you pay >>>>>> people to refurbish bikes? Is it per bike or per hour? Are all bikes worth >>>>>> the same amount? Are all bike builders compensated equally? >>>>>> >>>>>> If you have a system that is working well for your shop I would be >>>>>> very interested in talking to you about what you do. Please send me an >>>>>> email if this is something you'd be open to talking about. >>>>>> >>>>>> Thanks, >>>>>> Tegan >>>>>> >>>>>> -- >>>>>> Executive Director >>>>>> B!KE: The Peterborough Community Bike Shop >>>>>> 293 George St, Peterborough ON >>>>>> <https://www.google.com/maps/search/293+George+St,+Peterborough+ON?entry=gma…> >>>>>> (705) 775-7227 >>>>>> communitybikeshop.org >>>>>> she/her >>>>>> >>>>>> ____________________________________ >>>>>> >>>>>> The ThinkTank mailing List >>>>>> >>>>>> Unsubscribe from this list here: >>>>>> http://lists.bikecollectives.org/options.cgi/thethinktank-bikecollectives.o… >>>>>> >>>>>> ____________________________________ >>>>> >>>>> The ThinkTank mailing List >>>>> >>>>> Unsubscribe from this list here: >>>>> http://lists.bikecollectives.org/options.cgi/thethinktank-bikecollectives.o… >>>>> >>>>> >>>> >>>> -- >>>> >>>> ____________________________________ >>>> >>>> The ThinkTank mailing List >>>> >>>> Unsubscribe from this list here: >>>> http://lists.bikecollectives.org/options.cgi/thethinktank-bikecollectives.o… >>>> >>>> ____________________________________ >>> >>> The ThinkTank mailing List >>> >>> Unsubscribe from this list here: >>> http://lists.bikecollectives.org/options.cgi/thethinktank-bikecollectives.o… >>> >>> ____________________________________ >> >> The ThinkTank mailing List >> >> Unsubscribe from this list here: >> http://lists.bikecollectives.org/options.cgi/thethinktank-bikecollectives.o… >> >> > > > ---------- Forwarded message ---------- > From: Kim Schaffer <kim(a)communitybikeworks.org> > To: The Think Tank <thethinktank(a)lists.bikecollectives.org> > Cc: > Bcc: > Date: Sat, 12 Dec 2020 17:12:46 +0000 > Subject: Re: [TheThinkTank] Online bicycle education offerings > > Hi Erik and all, > > > > We at Community Bike Works in Allentown PA have been offering online Earn > a Bike for students (ages 9-18) for a few months now. Would be interested > in involving our program staff this discussion if others are up for a more > in-depth conversation. > > > > One takeaway I can state confidently is that staff found it really > worthwhile to have kids stop by our bike shop at least twice (to pick out a > bike, and then pick it up after they’ve earned it in their online classes), > and ideally a third time (for a bike rodeo). We focus on mentoring in > addition to bike mechanics and safety, so coming by the bike shop for these > appointments allows them to meet staff and get a sense of being a part of > our bike shop. These visits are by appointment, so it’s all controlled for > health/safety. > > > > Would love to hear from others as well! > > > > ******************************* > > Kim Schaffer, Executive Director *(she/her)* > > Community Bike Works > > www.communitybikeworks.org > > cell: 484.554.8971 > > > > Celebrating 25 Years of Earn a Bike! > > > > [image: A close up of a sign Description automatically generated] > > > > > > > > *From:* Thethinktank <thethinktank-bounces(a)lists.bikecollectives.org> *On > Behalf Of *Erik Anderson > *Sent:* Tuesday, December 1, 2020 3:14 PM > *To:* The Think Tank <thethinktank(a)lists.bikecollectives.org> > *Subject:* [TheThinkTank] Online bicycle education offerings > > > > Hey all, > > Sorry if this was discussed already and I missed it, but we are wondering > if any of you have made a foray into offering bicycle education online, and > what your triumphs and challenges have been. We use google workspace for > many things, so we have plenty of presentation tools (meet, slides, > classroom) but would love to hear about this community's exploration here. > > Always, > > Erik Anderson > > Staff coordinator > > Ohio City Bicycle Co-op > _______________________________________________ > Thethinktank mailing list > Thethinktank(a)lists.bikecollectives.org > > http://lists.bikecollectives.org/listinfo.cgi/thethinktank-bikecollectives.… > -- Executive Director B!KE: The Peterborough Community Bike Shop 293 George St, Peterborough ON (705) 775-7227 communitybikeshop.org she/her

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Online bicycle education offerings
by Erik Anderson 12 Dec '20

12 Dec '20

Hey all, Sorry if this was discussed already and I missed it, but we are wondering if any of you have made a foray into offering bicycle education online, and what your triumphs and challenges have been. We use google workspace for many things, so we have plenty of presentation tools (meet, slides, classroom) but would love to hear about this community's exploration here. Always, Erik Anderson Staff coordinator Ohio City Bicycle Co-op

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Paying People who Refurbish Bikes
by Tegan Moss [B!KE] 11 Dec '20

11 Dec '20

Hi Folks, B!KE does not currently pay anyone to fix bikes. We do not have any staff members who do repairs for clients or refurbish bicycles to sell. Our hundreds of refurb that get completed each year are currently done by volunteers. We have occasionally talked about how to compensate volunteers who are particularly prolific bike builders. What do other shops do? Do you pay people to refurbish bikes? Is it per bike or per hour? Are all bikes worth the same amount? Are all bike builders compensated equally? If you have a system that is working well for your shop I would be very interested in talking to you about what you do. Please send me an email if this is something you'd be open to talking about. Thanks, Tegan -- Executive Director B!KE: The Peterborough Community Bike Shop 293 George St, Peterborough ON (705) 775-7227 communitybikeshop.org she/her

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T'Tank friends; please help OCBC win a security system by voting online until Fri.!
by Jim Sheehan 08 Dec '20

08 Dec '20

Friends, Our co-op is a finalist in an online voting contest for a $10,000 security camera system, and we could really use your help to get the votes we need to win. The whole story is here <https://ohiocitycycles.org/2020/12/03/vote-daily-for-ocbc-in-the-security-1…>, but all you need to do is go to this link <https://www.security101.com/cleveland/gift-of-security> and vote for us once a day until midnight Friday! (Note you do NOT have to enter your email to vote, or see the results (just click "Skip"), or to share the poll on your social media (click SKIP another couple times). Thanks everybody, and stay safe! Appreciatively, Jim Sheehan Executive Director Ohio City Bicycle Co-op 1840 Columbus Rd Cleveland, Ohio 44113 216 830 2667 OhioCityCycles.org jim(a)ohiocitycycles.org

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Re: [TheThinkTank] Thethinktank Digest, Vol 170, Issue 9
by Lawrence Mohammed 27 Nov '20

27 Nov '20

Hi Tegan, almost everything we do operates within a gift economy * Servicing has a labour 'value' attached as a guide of what this would be in a conventional workshop, people choose to pay what they feel/what they can - some pay the full amount, some overpay, some underpay, some simply receive. We service bikes ranging from £50 to £10,000 (Bosch e-bike certified, etc) * We are often gifted old bikes (many that would be rejected by other non-profits and refused at a normal workshop but very occasionally, some that are worth a few hundred pounds). We full service these, sometimes just keeping the frame and building up everything. The money for parts (if not using good 2nd hand parts) is paid for by profits from servicing. Volunteers learn lots. * No one takes a salary, everyone gets lunch and coffees and travel (if they want) paid for. Any personal bike servicing has no labour cost attached and free learning from a senior qualified mechanic. * I'm currently taking a training fee from a schools programme I designed and run once a week during term time. * We are training mechanics up to Cytech 2 and senior mechanics up to and beyond the level of Cytech 3 (though not certifying them due to cost at the moment). We managed to get a community fund for training so far, but are building up a wiki resource for our own training programme which will become and remain open source....I've written programmes (and certified modular programmes) for a few organisations. I've also been a teacher and trainer for about 25years in various subjects. * w.r.t Refurbished bikes - these are valued at a going market rate - and since Covid, people pay what they can for them. I used to draw an income from this (this was the only income I drew) but after the pandemic, and with the training which I can live on (the rent of the flat I live in is currently gifted), I do not need any more money to get by with comfort. The deep trust encourages others to share and deeply support the team - including for example during the pandemic when one volunteer became very ill and one of our community stepped up and gifted three months of therapy, twice per week (usually £100+ per session). * The model we work in is making sure the team are well looked after so they can look after the community - it feeds back ;) * I'm exploring how to support future Workshop Managers at the moment as I'm still the Workshop Manager as well as the CEO & Head Mechanic (Accountant, lead trainer, etc etc) - not sure whether anyone else will step up to cover someone's rent but...who knows?! ;) In service, *Lawrence Mohammed* CEO and Founder Pro Bike Service C.I.C. *+44 (0)77 222 58587* *probikeservice.co.uk <https://probikeservice.co.uk>* /::Olympic Park Site:: Pro Bike Service C.I.C. Multi-Storey Car Park, Lesney Avenue Queen Elizabeth Olympic Park London E20 3BS *map location <https://what3words.com/upset.habit.funds>* / On 27/11/2020 21:03, 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. Paying People who Refurbish Bikes (Tegan Moss [B!KE]) > 2. Re: Paying People who Refurbish Bikes (Cyclista Nicholas) > > _______________________________________________ > Thethinktank mailing list > Thethinktank(a)lists.bikecollectives.org > http://lists.bikecollectives.org/listinfo.cgi/thethinktank-bikecollectives.…

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Shop Operations During Covid
by momoko saunders 24 Nov '20

24 Nov '20

Hey all, I'd love to get a quick update on what shops are doing for shop operations during covid. There was an awesome virtual workshop put on a few months ago. What are shops up to now? At Bike Farm, we're still far from being open in our usual way. We have a parts selling shift for one day of the week. We meet people outside and get a list of items they want to purchase, then volunteers rummage around and find the parts and bring them out for the patron to choose from. We do not allow use of tools which is really hard but most people understand. We do have a selection of tools which we have available for sale for real cheap. This includes random loose allen wrenches, other wrenches, multi tools. Here are the guidelines for this shift <https://docs.google.com/document/d/1xu3qCapSPopoQ7VbiqyG1VJdroA6WiJwBSPleTN…> . We also have a shift where volunteers work on bikes in the shop for sale or for our community partnerships. We limit all volunteer groups to 5 people at a time, and we try to keep people in germ bubbles so that if someone does get sick, we've limited the exposure. Everyone wears masks at all times and keeps distant. We have a 3rd night which we just added called our infrastructure night. On this night we work on cleaning the shop and making it more functional. We have a document outlining <https://docs.google.com/document/d/1EthWNOhjeo4sOQZobhrvykb_gTB4aGRKeMdiL0T…> our covid protocols. I've made a copy of it for the thinktank to view. Everyone in the shop must read and agree to these guidelines before being able to volunteer. --- With a vaccine looking like it will not be here and widely available till summer or even fall of 2021, we're looking for more creative ways to provide resources to the community, stay safe, and maybe make some money to pay rent. I'd love to hear if others have come up with creative ways to continue operations during this time. Hope you all are well, -Momoko

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Artbook / Calendar / Zine - Kickstarter Project - Last 6 days.
by Skills-of-Bike Bookata 23 Nov '20

23 Nov '20

Think-tankers, I am sure you want our calendar on your wall, but just forgot about the deadline. You can have it all - Art book, zine, calendar, and a future deck of cards. All can be pre-ordered here: http://kck.st/3jC58as> <https://l.facebook.com/l.php?u=http%3A%2F%2Fkck.st%2F3jC58as%3Ffbclid%3DIwA…> Merci beaucoup from snowy Montreal Andrei + Dario (Bookata - BICI) 2020 *Skills of bike - Grip of life* <http://kck.st/3jC58as> <http://kck.st/3jC58as>skillsofbike(a)gmail.com https://dariocarta.com/home http://www.bookata.com/ m.me/skillsofbike https://www.kickstarter.com/projects/1522759383/skills-of-bike-grip-of-life…

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Bike and Ped Job Postings
by Areli Morales 23 Nov '20

23 Nov '20

Hello All, My current job CalWalks <https://www.calwalks.org/> is hiring California-based Mobility Justice individuals. Volunteering at and running Bike CO-Ops definitely qualifies as experience. I for one would like to see more creative and meaningful community work translated into this state-wide work. Reach out if you have any questions. https://www.calwalks.org/work-with-us <https://www.calwalks.org/work-with-us?emci=a3612c83-5a2b-eb11-9fb4-00155d43…> Join our team of dedicated mobility justice advocates! We are currently hiring for energetic and detail-oriented Community Programs Managers or Coordinators! We're seeking Community Program Managers with strong experience in program development and management and a strong commitment to anti-racist work. The Community Programs Manager is responsible for developing, implementing, and managing the day-to-day operations of one of the organization’s walking and biking safety programs. We're looking for Community Programs Coordinators to support community capacity building and engagement work to create safer, healthier, and more equitable communities across California. Candidates must have a strong commitment to anti-racist work. -- *Areli Morales* LEED Green Associate LCI #6323

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Our Community Bikes Job Posting - Service Manager
by Sophia Suderman 22 Nov '20

22 Nov '20

Hello! Just putting the word out that we are hiring for a Service Manager at Our Community Bikes in Vancouver, BC. The job posting is attached. Please spread the word and share as you see fit. Thanks! Sophia -- Sophia Suderman Executive Director PEDAL - Pedal Energy Development Alternatives 2429 Main Street Unceded Coast Salish Territories www.pedalpower.org | (604) 879-2453

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looking for scrap wheels in Ft. Lauderdale
by Christopher Clark 17 Nov '20

17 Nov '20

I have a board member who is a sculpture artist. He's building an installation in Ft. Lauderdale using old wheels. We scrounged up a couple hundred for him to take with him but he's looking for about 30 more this week. Anyone have a line on scrap bike wheels in the Davie, FL, USA area? Non-functional preferred. Attached a pic of what he's got so far. He needs them this week.Best, Chris <http://www.scbikes.org>

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Re: [TheThinkTank] Thethinktank Digest, Vol 170, Issue 3
by Tegan Moss [B!KE] 09 Nov '20

09 Nov '20

B!KE began using MyTurn.com in April and we are very happy with it. We started a small bicycle tool library <https://communitybikeshop.myturn.com/library/> and are also using my turn to very successfully manage our membership database. We chose MyTurn over other platforms because it is a company that is deeply invested in the sharing economy. It has flexibility (like sliding scale fees) that really reflects the needs of a more grass roots organizational approach. I think it could easily be configured to have check-out fees and partial refunds with a return. The lead developer Gene is great. I would suggest folks take a look at it if you are looking for either a library system or need affordable support with member management. Cheers, Tegan On Sun, Nov 8, 2020 at 4:03 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: 6 month Bike "Checkout" System w/ the option to buy > (Bill Leddy) > > > > ---------- Forwarded message ---------- > From: Bill Leddy <bill(a)williesworkshop.net> > To: thethinktank(a)lists.bikecollectives.org > Cc: > Bcc: > Date: Sun, 8 Nov 2020 10:39:07 -0800 > Subject: Re: [TheThinkTank] 6 month Bike "Checkout" System w/ the option > to buy > Hi All, > > Before I begin, I apologize in advance for the length of this post… > > I’m new to this list. I’ve been a volunteer with Sacramento Area Bicycle > Advocates (SABA) for a number of years. As part of my work at SABA I’ve > created a few on-line systems that we have been using. > > Commenting on Jonathan’s post, though I’m not fluent in PHP, assuming the > source code is available (very likely) that sounds like a good way to get > your system back on line quickly. As a next step, finding someone to > upgrade the code to a modern version of PHP would surly be quicker and > easier than starting from scratch. On the other hand, sometimes with > experience gained, a substantial re-write may make the app a lot better. > > As a kinda-sorta response to Audrey’s question about other systems, I’d > like to share something I’m currently working on for SABA which I hope may > be relevant. > > When “the thing” started in March, a number of bike organizations began > “Bike Match” programs with a focus on getting under used bikes into the > hands of essential workers who were having trouble commuting to their jobs > etc. It stated in NY and DC, I believe, as a one on one match making scheme > where the donor and recipient would make their own arrangements to meet and > hand off the bike. SABA tried setting up a similar program but in a > smaller, far less dense city, the logistics simply did not work. The > distances between the donors and recipients are too great. There was a lot > of bike schlepping on our part so it just didn’t scale. > > We are on the verge of relaunching SABA BikeMatch with a very different > approach which, after viewing the Bike Library site, sounds an awful lot > like what Audrey’s organization is doing but with a bit of an on-line > shopping element. Rather than scheduling people to come in and find a bike, > we plan to post the available bikes on line. Bikes are reserved for a very > limited time with a specific appointment date and time. At the appointed > time, the recipient comes to pickup their bike. If they don’t show, the > bike automatically becomes available for someone else. > > You can play around with the development site here: > https://bikematch.williesworkshop.net Feel free to “reserve” a bike and > check it out. > > The site is still in development but should all work, as far as it goes. I > would love to hear feed back and any suggestions or questions you have. > > Getting back to Audrey’s question, I could imagine this system expanding > to include a Library functionality. I think all the major pieces are there. > I look forward to hearing your comments. > > In case there is anyone still reading this, I have another system which > I’ve created that other organizations may be interested in... > > What with “the thing” this year SABA has not been doing too many public > events but we used to do a lot of Valet Bike Parking and a community bike > repair program we call Bike MD. After using another system for years, I was > finally fed up enough with what I thought were short comings and created a > system for publicizing events and allowing volunteers and staff to schedule > themselves for shifts. You can check it out here: > > https://events.sacbike.org > > For those of a technical frame of mind, it’s open source written in Python > and is available at: http://github.com/wleddy/staffing > The site is not entirely customizable at this time, but if anyone is > interested in making use of it, it might be just the push I need to clean > it up. > > Regards, > Bill Leddy > > > ---------- Forwarded message ---------- > > From: Jonathan Rosenbaum <gnuser(a)gmail.com> > > To: The Think Tank <thethinktank(a)lists.bikecollectives.org> > > Cc: > > Bcc: > > Date: Fri, 6 Nov 2020 23:05:04 -0500 > > Subject: Re: [TheThinkTank] 6 month Bike "Checkout" System w/ the option > to buy > > Hi Audrey, > > > > Is the code for the Bike Library Checkout App available anywhere? > > > > Regardless, I should be able to provide a resolution for this issue. The > easiest solution would be to run the app in a virtualized container that > has the correct libraries. Exactly like with the reuse of bikes, you can > reuse code. > > > > -Jonathan > > > > > > On Fri, Nov 6, 2020 at 11:17 AM Audrey Wiedemeier < > audrey(a)bikelibrary.org> wrote: > > Hello Friends: > > > > Yesterday the Bike Library Checkout App that is custom built html failed > to load. It won't be an easy fix as the Bike Lib. app was running on a > really old version of php; a version that is no longer supported. The code > is at least ten years old and likely will need to be completely rewritten. > That being said, we need to decide to rewrite the code or query other > operations out there. > > > > The order of operation for the Checkout System is: > > - find a bike, put down a deposit of $100-$300, sign the liability > waiver, patron takes bike > > - on our end each bike has a 4-digit number that gets entered into our > system with bike specs and the 6 month "due date" is recorded with that > number > > - six months go by and the patron can return the bike for a refund of > their deposit minus $50 OR they simply keep the bike and we keep their > deposit $. > > - if they return it we make sure we have an updated mailing address, and > the app lets us know how much we need to write the check out for to send > via snail mail > > > > My questions to y'all are: > > > > 1 Do other shops operate in a similar fashion? If so, what POS system > are you using? > > > > 2 Are there other shops out there who would want to replicate this > checkout system? We have always wanted to make it easier to share and now > would be the time to do it. > > > > 3 Have you heard of any new tech solutions that we should research? I've > heard it's easier than ever to build your own app and I've fallen behind so > maybe is a simple solution. > > > > > > > > Peace & grease, > > > > Audrey Wiedemeier (She/her/hers) > > Iowa City Bike Library, Director > > > > 700 S. Dubuque St, Iowa City > > COVID Hours: Tues. - Thurs. 10 AM - 5 PM; Sat. 10 - 3 PM > > Need something? Set up an appointment by email. > > Want to donate? Drop off anytime during these hours. Thank you! > > > > BikeLibrary.org > > C: (515) 450-1651 > > _______________________________________________ > Thethinktank mailing list > Thethinktank(a)lists.bikecollectives.org > > http://lists.bikecollectives.org/listinfo.cgi/thethinktank-bikecollectives.… > -- Executive Director B!KE: The Peterborough Community Bike Shop 293 George St, Peterborough ON (705) 775-7227 communitybikeshop.org she/her

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Re: [TheThinkTank] 6 month Bike "Checkout" System w/ the option to buy
by Bill Leddy 08 Nov '20

08 Nov '20

Hi All, Before I begin, I apologize in advance for the length of this post… I’m new to this list. I’ve been a volunteer with Sacramento Area Bicycle Advocates (SABA) for a number of years. As part of my work at SABA I’ve created a few on-line systems that we have been using. Commenting on Jonathan’s post, though I’m not fluent in PHP, assuming the source code is available (very likely) that sounds like a good way to get your system back on line quickly. As a next step, finding someone to upgrade the code to a modern version of PHP would surly be quicker and easier than starting from scratch. On the other hand, sometimes with experience gained, a substantial re-write may make the app a lot better. As a kinda-sorta response to Audrey’s question about other systems, I’d like to share something I’m currently working on for SABA which I hope may be relevant. When “the thing” started in March, a number of bike organizations began “Bike Match” programs with a focus on getting under used bikes into the hands of essential workers who were having trouble commuting to their jobs etc. It stated in NY and DC, I believe, as a one on one match making scheme where the donor and recipient would make their own arrangements to meet and hand off the bike. SABA tried setting up a similar program but in a smaller, far less dense city, the logistics simply did not work. The distances between the donors and recipients are too great. There was a lot of bike schlepping on our part so it just didn’t scale. We are on the verge of relaunching SABA BikeMatch with a very different approach which, after viewing the Bike Library site, sounds an awful lot like what Audrey’s organization is doing but with a bit of an on-line shopping element. Rather than scheduling people to come in and find a bike, we plan to post the available bikes on line. Bikes are reserved for a very limited time with a specific appointment date and time. At the appointed time, the recipient comes to pickup their bike. If they don’t show, the bike automatically becomes available for someone else. You can play around with the development site here: https://bikematch.williesworkshop.net Feel free to “reserve” a bike and check it out. The site is still in development but should all work, as far as it goes. I would love to hear feed back and any suggestions or questions you have. Getting back to Audrey’s question, I could imagine this system expanding to include a Library functionality. I think all the major pieces are there. I look forward to hearing your comments. In case there is anyone still reading this, I have another system which I’ve created that other organizations may be interested in... What with “the thing” this year SABA has not been doing too many public events but we used to do a lot of Valet Bike Parking and a community bike repair program we call Bike MD. After using another system for years, I was finally fed up enough with what I thought were short comings and created a system for publicizing events and allowing volunteers and staff to schedule themselves for shifts. You can check it out here: https://events.sacbike.org For those of a technical frame of mind, it’s open source written in Python and is available at: http://github.com/wleddy/staffing The site is not entirely customizable at this time, but if anyone is interested in making use of it, it might be just the push I need to clean it up. Regards, Bill Leddy > ---------- Forwarded message ---------- > From: Jonathan Rosenbaum <gnuser(a)gmail.com> > To: The Think Tank <thethinktank(a)lists.bikecollectives.org> > Cc: > Bcc: > Date: Fri, 6 Nov 2020 23:05:04 -0500 > Subject: Re: [TheThinkTank] 6 month Bike "Checkout" System w/ the option to buy > Hi Audrey, > > Is the code for the Bike Library Checkout App available anywhere? > > Regardless, I should be able to provide a resolution for this issue. The easiest solution would be to run the app in a virtualized container that has the correct libraries. Exactly like with the reuse of bikes, you can reuse code. > > -Jonathan > > > On Fri, Nov 6, 2020 at 11:17 AM Audrey Wiedemeier <audrey(a)bikelibrary.org> wrote: > Hello Friends: > > Yesterday the Bike Library Checkout App that is custom built html failed to load. It won't be an easy fix as the Bike Lib. app was running on a really old version of php; a version that is no longer supported. The code is at least ten years old and likely will need to be completely rewritten. That being said, we need to decide to rewrite the code or query other operations out there. > > The order of operation for the Checkout System is: > - find a bike, put down a deposit of $100-$300, sign the liability waiver, patron takes bike > - on our end each bike has a 4-digit number that gets entered into our system with bike specs and the 6 month "due date" is recorded with that number > - six months go by and the patron can return the bike for a refund of their deposit minus $50 OR they simply keep the bike and we keep their deposit $. > - if they return it we make sure we have an updated mailing address, and the app lets us know how much we need to write the check out for to send via snail mail > > My questions to y'all are: > > 1 Do other shops operate in a similar fashion? If so, what POS system are you using? > > 2 Are there other shops out there who would want to replicate this checkout system? We have always wanted to make it easier to share and now would be the time to do it. > > 3 Have you heard of any new tech solutions that we should research? I've heard it's easier than ever to build your own app and I've fallen behind so maybe is a simple solution. > > > > Peace & grease, > > Audrey Wiedemeier (She/her/hers) > Iowa City Bike Library, Director > > 700 S. Dubuque St, Iowa City > COVID Hours: Tues. - Thurs. 10 AM - 5 PM; Sat. 10 - 3 PM > Need something? Set up an appointment by email. > Want to donate? Drop off anytime during these hours. Thank you! > > BikeLibrary.org > C: (515) 450-1651

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6 month Bike "Checkout" System w/ the option to buy
by Audrey Wiedemeier 06 Nov '20

06 Nov '20

Hello Friends: Yesterday the Bike Library Checkout App that is custom built html failed to load. It won't be an easy fix as the Bike Lib. app was running on a really old version of php; a version that is no longer supported. The code is at least ten years old and likely will need to be completely rewritten. That being said, we need to decide to rewrite the code or query other operations out there. The order of operation for the Checkout System is: - find a bike, put down a deposit of $100-$300, sign the liability waiver, patron takes bike - on our end each bike has a 4-digit number that gets entered into our system with bike specs and the 6 month "due date" is recorded with that number - six months go by and the patron can return the bike for a refund of their deposit minus $50 OR they simply keep the bike and we keep their deposit $. - if they return it we make sure we have an updated mailing address, and the app lets us know how much we need to write the check out for to send via snail mail My questions to y'all are: 1 Do other shops operate in a similar fashion? If so, what POS system are you using? 2 Are there other shops out there who would want to replicate this checkout system? We have always wanted to make it easier to share and now would be the time to do it. 3 Have you heard of any new tech solutions that we should research? I've heard it's easier than ever to build your own app and I've fallen behind so maybe is a simple solution. Peace & grease, *Audrey Wiedemeier* (She/her/hers) Iowa City Bike Library, Director 700 S. Dubuque St, Iowa City *COVID Hours: *Tues. - Thurs. 10 AM - 5 PM; Sat. 10 - 3 PM Need something? Set up an appointment by email. Want to donate? Drop off anytime during these hours. Thank you! BikeLibrary.org C: (515) 450-1651

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bike-centric kickstarter project
by Skills-of-Bike Bookata 06 Nov '20

06 Nov '20

Think-tankers, bonjour from Montreal, A shameless plug for our Kickstarter campaign - an art book, zine, calendar, and a future deck of cards can be pre-ordered here: http://kck.st/3jC58as> <https://l.facebook.com/l.php?u=http%3A%2F%2Fkck.st%2F3jC58as%3Ffbclid%3DIwA…> Annie "Londonderry", mother of two, was the first woman in history to travel solo, on her bicycle, around the globe. On her 150th birthday anniversary we couldn't resist putting together unusual and forgotten bicycle-themed visuals: posters, newspapers photographs, classic paintings and contemporary urban murals. Any kind of support from you would work- fund$ or a post on Facebook, Twitter, email to your personal or community networks. Merci beaucoup andrei

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unsubscribe
by Re-bicycle Lenawee 28 Oct '20

28 Oct '20

-- Re-bicycle Lenawee 313 E. Maumee St. Adrian, Mi 49221 A local non-profit organization dedicated to providing refurbished bicycles to members of Lenawee county.

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Re: [TheThinkTank] Shop operations during Covid
by Geoffrey Smart 21 Oct '20

21 Oct '20

Hi All, Like Dr Cranky's we are the state of Victoria Australia which unlike other states has undergone the longest lockdown anywhere in the world. Measures have included a limit of 5km movement except for going to work in the few areas that are operational. It's now been relaxed to 25km. Fortunately bike shops could undertake urgent repairs and now we are finally allowed to refurbish bikes for sale and donation but under strict conditions. Some of the effects have been extra stress on our shop managers who spend at least an hour a day cleaning. There is also a Covid protocol with checklists to be completed. Our volunteers have been limited to 4 per day and even with many volunteers self excluding we have to run a roster to limit volunteers. This contradicts our previous policy of allowing anyone to volunteer any day. Everyone must wear masks and disposable work gloves which can be difficult and the enforcement is another stress for the managers. For cleanliness reasons our kitchen is closed so we now get in takeaway for volunteers everyday. Any sales and servicing is click and collect with no interaction with the public. Fortunately we have been the beneficiaries of some government largesse which has to some extent allowed us to continue with our work. One of the unfortunate side effects has been a dip in the diversity of volunteers. At our next online meeting rebuilding diversity, especially women will be on the agenda. The flip side of the lockdown is that the state is finally getting under 5 new infections a day and the restrictions are gradually being relaxed. Geoff Smart Back2Bikes Port Melbourne Australia <https://www.avast.com/sig-email?utm_medium=email&utm_source=link&utm_campai…> Virus-free. www.avast.com <https://www.avast.com/sig-email?utm_medium=email&utm_source=link&utm_campai…> <#DAB4FAD8-2DD7-40BB-A1B8-4E2AA1F9FDF2>

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Re: [TheThinkTank] Shop Operations During Covid (nicole@bikesaviours.org)
by Nicole Muratore 20 Oct '20

20 Oct '20

TLDR; We are open in a *very* limited capacity and can expand our programs and services when A) Arizona isn't no longer a COVID-19 hot spot and B) we have enough volunteers return to man the shop. Our pandemic journey at Bike Saviours has been that of trial and error. After a soft reopening with curbside repair and parts shopping, I tested positive for COVID-19. We closed the shop completely to quarantine and evaluate next steps. Once everyone tested negative, we decided to keep the shop closed to the public and sell bigger ticket items to keep the lights on. So our two paid staff and a handful of volunteers are inside the building 5 days a week building bikes that we sell by appointment using Calendly. One of those days is reserved for just building bikes and no appointments. For our current use, Calendly has worked great and nonprofits get a 20% discount off a yearly subscription. We also have some fancy/rare items for sale on eBay. Volunteers sign up for a shift using VolunteerSignUp and there are only 5 slots available per shift to avoid overcrowding. Lofty, though, as we usually have 1 or 2 a day. DIY bike repair and instruction and parts shopping are central to our mission, so just fixing up and selling bikes feels weird. We field several emails, calls, and walk-ups each week and it's painful to say "sorry, we hate these circumstances, too" over and over. There are daily discussions about our capacity to bring back DIY repair and parts shopping and it's looking like we'll use Calendly to handle appointments for donation drop-offs, parts shopping, and bike repair at least until it's deemed safe to gather here in Arizona. Shop rules are that everyone wears a face covering, mechanics use every other repair stand to maintain distance, and disinfect their tools when finished using them. All the bikes for sale are disinfected between appointments. There is hand sanitizer throughout the shop and reminders posted to wash hands frequently. We use a combination of fans and open doors to provide positive air flow in the rooms where appointments are held in an area separate from the workshop. We haven't run out yet, but tube and tire supplies are running dangerously thin with little inventory to be found. Thank you for sharing your updates and smart ways of handling this crappy situation! Cheers, Nicole On Tue, Oct 20, 2020 at 1:03 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. Shop Operations During Covid (momoko saunders) > 2. Re: Shop Operations During Covid (barts(a)drcrankys.com.au) > 3. Re: Shop Operations During Covid (Cyclista Nicholas) > 4. Re: Shop Operations During Covid (wormsign(a)gmail.com) > > > > ---------- Forwarded message ---------- > From: momoko saunders <analyst(a)bikefarm.org> > To: The Think Tank <thethinktank(a)lists.bikecollectives.org> > Cc: > Bcc: > Date: Mon, 19 Oct 2020 18:24:22 -0700 > Subject: [TheThinkTank] Shop Operations During Covid > Hey all, > > I'd love to get a quick update on what shops are doing for shop > operations during covid. There was an awesome virtual workshop put on a few > months ago. What are shops up to now? > > At Bike Farm, we're still far from being open in our usual way. We have a > parts selling shift for one day of the week. We meet people outside and get > a list of items they want to purchase, then volunteers rummage around and > find the parts and bring them out for the patron to choose from. We do not > allow use of tools which is really hard but most people understand. We do > have a selection of tools which we have available for sale for real cheap. > This includes random loose allen wrenches, other wrenches, multi tools. > Here are the guidelines for this shift > <https://docs.google.com/document/d/1xu3qCapSPopoQ7VbiqyG1VJdroA6WiJwBSPleTN…> > . > > We also have a shift where volunteers work on bikes in the shop for sale > or for our community partnerships. We limit all volunteer groups to 5 > people at a time, and we try to keep people in germ bubbles so that if > someone does get sick, we've limited the exposure. Everyone wears masks at > all times and keeps distant. > > We have a 3rd night which we just added called our infrastructure night. > On this night we work on cleaning the shop and making it more functional. > > We have a document outlining > <https://docs.google.com/document/d/1EthWNOhjeo4sOQZobhrvykb_gTB4aGRKeMdiL0T…> > our covid protocols. I've made a copy of it for the thinktank to view. > Everyone in the shop must read and agree to these guidelines before being > able to volunteer. > > --- > > With a vaccine looking like it will not be here and widely available till > summer or even fall of 2021, we're looking for more creative ways to > provide resources to the community, stay safe, and maybe make some money to > pay rent. I'd love to hear if others have come up with creative ways to > continue operations during this time. > > Hope you all are well, > -Momoko > > > > ---------- Forwarded message ---------- > From: <barts(a)drcrankys.com.au> > To: "'The Think Tank'" <thethinktank(a)lists.bikecollectives.org> > Cc: > Bcc: > Date: Tue, 20 Oct 2020 13:21:15 +1100 > Subject: Re: [TheThinkTank] Shop Operations During Covid > > At Dr Cranky’s we usually support Bicycle Hospitals run by parent > volunteers at schools. > > We can’t do that in Victoria, Australia so have tried shifting to > remote/contactless operations. > > We’ve managed to recycle over 50 bikes during CoVid and log the results > online without any contact. > > We send basic tool kits and parts to volunteers to use in their homes. > > > > See > https://www.drcrankys.com.au/uploads/8/6/0/2/86023530/remote_operations_und… > > > > > > > > Bart Sbeghen > > Founder/CEO, Dr Cranky’s > > M 0418 231 686 > > > > www.drcrankys.com.au > > > > *From:* Thethinktank <thethinktank-bounces(a)lists.bikecollectives.org> *On > Behalf Of *momoko saunders > *Sent:* Tuesday, 20 October 2020 12:24 PM > *To:* The Think Tank <thethinktank(a)lists.bikecollectives.org> > *Subject:* [TheThinkTank] Shop Operations During Covid > > > > Hey all, > > > > I'd love to get a quick update on what shops are doing for shop > operations during covid. There was an awesome virtual workshop put on a few > months ago. What are shops up to now? > > > > At Bike Farm, we're still far from being open in our usual way. We have a > parts selling shift for one day of the week. We meet people outside and get > a list of items they want to purchase, then volunteers rummage around and > find the parts and bring them out for the patron to choose from. We do not > allow use of tools which is really hard but most people understand. We do > have a selection of tools which we have available for sale for real cheap. > This includes random loose allen wrenches, other wrenches, multi tools. > Here are the guidelines for this shift > <https://docs.google.com/document/d/1xu3qCapSPopoQ7VbiqyG1VJdroA6WiJwBSPleTN…> > . > > > > We also have a shift where volunteers work on bikes in the shop for sale > or for our community partnerships. We limit all volunteer groups to 5 > people at a time, and we try to keep people in germ bubbles so that if > someone does get sick, we've limited the exposure. Everyone wears masks at > all times and keeps distant. > > > > We have a 3rd night which we just added called our infrastructure night. > On this night we work on cleaning the shop and making it more functional. > > > > We have a document outlining > <https://docs.google.com/document/d/1EthWNOhjeo4sOQZobhrvykb_gTB4aGRKeMdiL0T…> > our covid protocols. I've made a copy of it for the thinktank to view. > Everyone in the shop must read and agree to these guidelines before being > able to volunteer. > > > > --- > > > > With a vaccine looking like it will not be here and widely available till > summer or even fall of 2021, we're looking for more creative ways to > provide resources to the community, stay safe, and maybe make some money to > pay rent. I'd love to hear if others have come up with creative ways to > continue operations during this time. > > > > Hope you all are well, > > -Momoko > > > > ---------- Forwarded message ---------- > From: Cyclista Nicholas <cyclista(a)inventati.org> > To: thethinktank(a)lists.bikecollectives.org > Cc: > Bcc: > Date: Tue, 20 Oct 2020 06:55:02 +0000 > Subject: Re: [TheThinkTank] Shop Operations During Covid > At RIBs we're actually closed right now due to (mostly) non-covid-19 > reasons, but I just wanted to compliment you on your array of solutions. > > I feel like this episode has thrown everyone off, all of these kinds of > alternative procedures seeming unnaturally elaborate and intrusive, but > that in reality all our projects were made up of artificial and complex > processes anyway. So, we just design more processes. The pre-covid ones > just felt more natural because we liked them better or were used to > them. > > Bike Farm's covid processes look pretty well rounded, especially when > looking over your documents. I really like that you've broken down the > critical elements for support (parts and tools to the public, > refurbishing bikes, revenue creation, space care and development) and > developed models for each. I also like your email thread solution for > checking on unscheduled occupancy numbers, especially that you included > a provision for keeping it (more) private. We've set up a similar > email-thread-based checkin system for our volunteer nights. > > Re: unscheduled occupancy thread, I assume yours first-come-first-serve? > > Over here, before we closed (hopefully temporarily) we limited people in > the space to the quantity that could be present with a 6ft distance, > made all people interacting physically with the space wash or disinfect > hands before touching things, and required masks at all times even when > waiting out front for a slot. We're also considering getting one of > those wall mounted thermometers and doing temperature checks for > everyone seeking to enter the building, though that isn't required by > our state or local authorities at this time. And we also kept the front > door open but placed a sign (sandwich board) in front to block entry. > Our sign also features a cool rotating dial that shows how many slots > are available at any given time, though it's very simple and requires > staff or volunteers to have the presence of mind to update it with each > person leaving or entering. > > We're all smart people! I know it's stressful and tragic going through > all of this, but we can still figure out how to build functional > systems. Good job Bike Farm! > > ~cyclista Nicholas > > > On 2020-10-20 01:24, momoko saunders wrote: > > Hey all, > > > > I'd love to get a quick update on what shops are doing for shop > > operations during covid. There was an awesome virtual workshop put on a > > few > > months ago. What are shops up to now? > > > > At Bike Farm, we're still far from being open in our usual way. We have > > a > > parts selling shift for one day of the week. We meet people outside and > > get > > a list of items they want to purchase, then volunteers rummage around > > and > > find the parts and bring them out for the patron to choose from. We do > > not > > allow use of tools which is really hard but most people understand. We > > do > > have a selection of tools which we have available for sale for real > > cheap. > > This includes random loose allen wrenches, other wrenches, multi tools. > > Here are the guidelines for this shift > > < > https://docs.google.com/document/d/1xu3qCapSPopoQ7VbiqyG1VJdroA6WiJwBSPleTN… > > > > . > > > > We also have a shift where volunteers work on bikes in the shop for > > sale or > > for our community partnerships. We limit all volunteer groups to 5 > > people > > at a time, and we try to keep people in germ bubbles so that if someone > > does get sick, we've limited the exposure. Everyone wears masks at all > > times and keeps distant. > > > > We have a 3rd night which we just added called our infrastructure > > night. On > > this night we work on cleaning the shop and making it more functional. > > > > We have a document outlining > > < > https://docs.google.com/document/d/1EthWNOhjeo4sOQZobhrvykb_gTB4aGRKeMdiL0T… > > > > our covid protocols. I've made a copy of it for the thinktank to view. > > Everyone in the shop must read and agree to these guidelines before > > being > > able to volunteer. > > > > --- > > > > With a vaccine looking like it will not be here and widely available > > till > > summer or even fall of 2021, we're looking for more creative ways to > > provide resources to the community, stay safe, and maybe make some > > money to > > pay rent. I'd love to hear if others have come up with creative ways to > > continue operations during this time. > > > > Hope you all are well, > > -Momoko > > > > ____________________________________ > > > > The ThinkTank mailing List > > > > Unsubscribe from this list here: > > > http://lists.bikecollectives.org/options.cgi/thethinktank-bikecollectives.o… > > > > > ---------- Forwarded message ---------- > From: wormsign(a)gmail.com > To: The Think Tank <thethinktank(a)lists.bikecollectives.org> > Cc: > Bcc: > Date: Tue, 20 Oct 2020 08:02:43 -0700 > Subject: Re: [TheThinkTank] Shop Operations During Covid > Hey Momoko > BRW is open for curbside sales 3 days a week. We allow a max of 4 > volunteers inside at a time. We have one day a week that is building bikes > and cleaning shop. > Bike sales have skyrocketed and if it keeps pace it will keep our lights > on through this. > > The bicycle kitchen has a huge outdoor space and has been allowing patrons > to wrench by appointment if they follow the protocol. They figure that when > masked and keeping distance the transfer risk outdoors is much smaller. > I was considering looking into how tool lending libraries function to see > if we could offer a similar service so patrons can put on the parts they > purchase. > > Loconte > > On Oct 19, 2020, at 19:21, barts(a)drcrankys.com.au wrote: > > > > At Dr Cranky’s we usually support Bicycle Hospitals run by parent > volunteers at schools. > > We can’t do that in Victoria, Australia so have tried shifting to > remote/contactless operations. > > We’ve managed to recycle over 50 bikes during CoVid and log the results > online without any contact. > > We send basic tool kits and parts to volunteers to use in their homes. > > > > See > https://www.drcrankys.com.au/uploads/8/6/0/2/86023530/remote_operations_und… > > > > > > > > Bart Sbeghen > > Founder/CEO, Dr Cranky’s > > M 0418 231 686 > > > > <image001.jpg> > > www.drcrankys.com.au > > > > *From:* Thethinktank <thethinktank-bounces(a)lists.bikecollectives.org> *On > Behalf Of *momoko saunders > *Sent:* Tuesday, 20 October 2020 12:24 PM > *To:* The Think Tank <thethinktank(a)lists.bikecollectives.org> > *Subject:* [TheThinkTank] Shop Operations During Covid > > > > Hey all, > > > > I'd love to get a quick update on what shops are doing for shop > operations during covid. There was an awesome virtual workshop put on a few > months ago. What are shops up to now? > > > > At Bike Farm, we're still far from being open in our usual way. We have a > parts selling shift for one day of the week. We meet people outside and get > a list of items they want to purchase, then volunteers rummage around and > find the parts and bring them out for the patron to choose from. We do not > allow use of tools which is really hard but most people understand. We do > have a selection of tools which we have available for sale for real cheap. > This includes random loose allen wrenches, other wrenches, multi tools. > Here are the guidelines for this shift > <https://docs.google.com/document/d/1xu3qCapSPopoQ7VbiqyG1VJdroA6WiJwBSPleTN…> > . > > > > We also have a shift where volunteers work on bikes in the shop for sale > or for our community partnerships. We limit all volunteer groups to 5 > people at a time, and we try to keep people in germ bubbles so that if > someone does get sick, we've limited the exposure. Everyone wears masks at > all times and keeps distant. > > > > We have a 3rd night which we just added called our infrastructure night. > On this night we work on cleaning the shop and making it more functional. > > > > We have a document outlining > <https://docs.google.com/document/d/1EthWNOhjeo4sOQZobhrvykb_gTB4aGRKeMdiL0T…> > our covid protocols. I've made a copy of it for the thinktank to view. > Everyone in the shop must read and agree to these guidelines before being > able to volunteer. > > > > --- > > > > With a vaccine looking like it will not be here and widely available till > summer or even fall of 2021, we're looking for more creative ways to > provide resources to the community, stay safe, and maybe make some money to > pay rent. I'd love to hear if others have come up with creative ways to > continue operations during this time. > > > > Hope you all are well, > > -Momoko > ____________________________________ > > The ThinkTank mailing List > > Unsubscribe from this list here: > http://lists.bikecollectives.org/options.cgi/thethinktank-bikecollectives.o… > > _______________________________________________ > Thethinktank mailing list > Thethinktank(a)lists.bikecollectives.org > > http://lists.bikecollectives.org/listinfo.cgi/thethinktank-bikecollectives.… >

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Re: [TheThinkTank] Thethinktank Digest, Vol 169, Issue 7
by Adam / Phoenix Mitchell 15 Oct '20

15 Oct '20

We use Calendly and send the data to Airtable using Zapier so we can have records of everything. That setup may be a bit more complicated than what you need though. This article will explain and help you set it up, if you're interested: https://medium.com/entrepreneurship-technology-blog/manage-your-clients-wit… Calendly on its own is very helpful and they have a free option. Phoenix Freeride Montpelier On Wed, Oct 14, 2020 at 4:04 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: Thethinktank Digest, Vol 169, Issue 4 (Tegan Moss [B!KE]) > 2. Staff + volunteers management (peter(a)BikeClarkCounty.org) > 3. Re: Staff + volunteers management (Yellow Bike Project) > 4. Re: Staff + volunteers management (Audrey Wiedemeier) > > > > ---------- Forwarded message ---------- > From: "Tegan Moss [B!KE]" <director(a)communitybikeshop.org> > To: The Think Tank <thethinktank(a)lists.bikecollectives.org> > Cc: > Bcc: > Date: Tue, 13 Oct 2020 17:11:32 -0400 > Subject: Re: [TheThinkTank] Thethinktank Digest, Vol 169, Issue 4 > We do not use waivers--our insurance company does not pressure us to > because they do not stand up in court. Personally, I also feel they are > quite problematic because they make people believe they do not have rights > when they actually do. It is the legal equivalent of gas lighting. Here in > Canada we are a lot less litigious than folks in the US so I think its also > seen as less of an issue. > > We do have Directors and Officers insurance. Its pretty affordable for the > protections it offers. > > Our insurance for liability and D&O is around $2,500 annually. > > On Sat, Oct 10, 2020 at 4:03 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: Insurance for Collectives Offering Repair Services (Ron G) >> >> >> >> ---------- Forwarded message ---------- >> From: Ron G <pedalmore(a)gmail.com> >> To: thethinktank(a)lists.bikecollectives.org >> Cc: >> Bcc: >> Date: Fri, 9 Oct 2020 14:49:48 -0700 >> Subject: Re: [TheThinkTank] Insurance for Collectives Offering Repair >> Services >> Howdy-- >> >> (Disclaimer: I am not a lawyer. I'll gladly take corrections from any >> sharper legal minds. Kevin Dwyer?) >> >> We are a DIY shop, and we have insurance. Our insurance does cover >> repairs, which is appropriate since our DIY comes with assistance, which >> often looks like doing repairs. I think insurance is important for any >> organization offering to help with bikes. One loose quick release could >> lead to big expenses. >> >> It's tempting to believe that since our organizations tend to have >> limited assets we're immune to lawsuits, that there's just nothing there to >> sue for. The problem is lawsuits will find other targets, like staff or >> volunteers with money or property. If they're lucky they'll be covered by >> homeowner's or other insurance, but not necessarily. So you could be >> opening your staff, board, or volunteers to liability. >> >> We'd also like to think that our friends and guests aren't the suing >> types. But people don't sue because they're jerks (okay, some do), but >> because they're desperate. They sue because our health care system sucks, >> and they'll be bankrupted by bills, >> >> And it's not hard to demonstrate in court that we are trusted resources >> who should know better than allow someone to install their own front wheel >> without making sure they understand how to use that quick release, the part >> responsible for more lawsuits than any other component. >> >> On this topic, I'm wondering a couple of things. We have a ponderous >> waiver for people to fill out, and I'd like to trim it down. >> >> Do most community shops use waivers, and is there any template? >> >> And, maybe more to the point, have any of you ever been sued, and, if so, >> did a waiver help at all? >> >> Happy Trails, >> Ron Georg >> Shop Czar >> Corvallis Bicycle Collective >> _______________________________________________ >> Thethinktank mailing list >> Thethinktank(a)lists.bikecollectives.org >> >> http://lists.bikecollectives.org/listinfo.cgi/thethinktank-bikecollectives.… >> > > > -- > Executive Director > B!KE: The Peterborough Community Bike Shop > 293 George St, Peterborough ON > (705) 775-7227 > communitybikeshop.org > she/her > > > > > ---------- Forwarded message ---------- > From: "peter(a)BikeClarkCounty.org" <peter(a)bikeclarkcounty.org> > To: The Think Tank <thethinktank(a)lists.bikecollectives.org> > Cc: > Bcc: > Date: Tue, 13 Oct 2020 16:49:19 -0700 > Subject: [TheThinkTank] Staff + volunteers management > Anyone out there have a good program (online) for managing staff + > volunteer sign up for slots. > > We’re trying to stager as we add limited volunteers back to our schedule > and google docs isn’t cutting it. > > Thanks, in advance! > > Pedal on… Peter. > > > Peter Van Tilburg > Executive Director, Board VP > Bike Clark County > > Community Bike Shop: > 1604 Main St., Vancouver, WA. 98660 > Wed-Sat 11am-6pm, Sunday 11am-4pm > > c. 503.572.9894 > peter(a)bikeclarkcounty.org > *http://www.linkedin.com/in/petervantilburg > <http://www.linkedin.com/in/petervantilburg>* > http://www.bikeclarkcounty.org/ > www.bikeclarkcounty.org > *Bike Clark County is equipping, empowering, and connecting youth to our > community.* > > > > > > ---------- Forwarded message ---------- > From: Yellow Bike Project <austinyellowbike(a)gmail.com> > To: The Think Tank <thethinktank(a)lists.bikecollectives.org> > Cc: > Bcc: > Date: Tue, 13 Oct 2020 19:35:36 -0500 > Subject: Re: [TheThinkTank] Staff + volunteers management > Peter, At AustinYellowBike we use YouCanBookMe to book staff and > volunteers in specific time slots with capacity limits. > > > Take care, be safe, > Robert Wong > Volunteer > > Yellow Bike Project | www.austinyellowbike.org > 1216 Webberville Rd Austin, TX 78721| 512-524-5299 > Schedule Available Online <https://austinyellowbike.org/> > "Be the change you would like to see in the world." - Gandhi > > > On Tue, Oct 13, 2020 at 6:50 PM peter(a)BikeClarkCounty.org < > peter(a)bikeclarkcounty.org> wrote: > >> Anyone out there have a good program (online) for managing staff + >> volunteer sign up for slots. >> >> We’re trying to stager as we add limited volunteers back to our schedule >> and google docs isn’t cutting it. >> >> Thanks, in advance! >> >> Pedal on… Peter. >> >> >> Peter Van Tilburg >> Executive Director, Board VP >> Bike Clark County >> >> Community Bike Shop: >> 1604 Main St., Vancouver, WA. 98660 >> Wed-Sat 11am-6pm, Sunday 11am-4pm >> >> c. 503.572.9894 >> peter(a)bikeclarkcounty.org >> *http://www.linkedin.com/in/petervantilburg >> <http://www.linkedin.com/in/petervantilburg>* >> http://www.bikeclarkcounty.org/ >> www.bikeclarkcounty.org >> *Bike Clark County is equipping, empowering, and connecting youth to our >> community.* >> >> >> ____________________________________ >> >> The ThinkTank mailing List >> >> Unsubscribe from this list here: >> http://lists.bikecollectives.org/options.cgi/thethinktank-bikecollectives.o… >> >> > > > ---------- Forwarded message ---------- > From: Audrey Wiedemeier <audrey(a)bikelibrary.org> > To: The Think Tank <thethinktank(a)lists.bikecollectives.org> > Cc: > Bcc: > Date: Wed, 14 Oct 2020 10:34:31 -0500 > Subject: Re: [TheThinkTank] Staff + volunteers management > Roberts option looks like a really good low or no cost option. We use > Volgistics here at the Bike Library and I think we pay $17/mo with the > option to have folks sign-in on a touch pad with a four digit code when > they walk in the building. Even if folks are signed up to volunteer, we ask > them to sign in and out for every shift. I am happy with Volgistics and all > its capabilities, but it took us a while to learn. > > > Peace & grease, > > *Audrey Wiedemeier* (She/her/hers) > Iowa City Bike Library, Director > > 700 S. Dubuque St, Iowa City > *COVID Hours: *Tues. - Thurs. 10 AM - 5 PM; Sat. 10 - 3 PM > Need something? Set up an appointment by email. > Want to donate? Drop off anytime during these hours. Thank you! > > BikeLibrary.org > C: (515) 450-1651 > > > > On Tue, Oct 13, 2020 at 7:35 PM Yellow Bike Project < > austinyellowbike(a)gmail.com> wrote: > >> Peter, At AustinYellowBike we use YouCanBookMe to book staff and >> volunteers in specific time slots with capacity limits. >> >> >> Take care, be safe, >> Robert Wong >> Volunteer >> >> Yellow Bike Project | www.austinyellowbike.org >> 1216 Webberville Rd Austin, TX 78721| 512-524-5299 >> Schedule Available Online <https://austinyellowbike.org/> >> "Be the change you would like to see in the world." - Gandhi >> >> >> On Tue, Oct 13, 2020 at 6:50 PM peter(a)BikeClarkCounty.org < >> peter(a)bikeclarkcounty.org> wrote: >> >>> Anyone out there have a good program (online) for managing staff + >>> volunteer sign up for slots. >>> >>> We’re trying to stager as we add limited volunteers back to our schedule >>> and google docs isn’t cutting it. >>> >>> Thanks, in advance! >>> >>> Pedal on… Peter. >>> >>> >>> Peter Van Tilburg >>> Executive Director, Board VP >>> Bike Clark County >>> >>> Community Bike Shop: >>> 1604 Main St., Vancouver, WA. 98660 >>> Wed-Sat 11am-6pm, Sunday 11am-4pm >>> >>> c. 503.572.9894 >>> peter(a)bikeclarkcounty.org >>> *http://www.linkedin.com/in/petervantilburg >>> <http://www.linkedin.com/in/petervantilburg>* >>> http://www.bikeclarkcounty.org/ >>> www.bikeclarkcounty.org >>> *Bike Clark County is equipping, empowering, and connecting youth to our >>> community.* >>> >>> >>> ____________________________________ >>> >>> The ThinkTank mailing List >>> >>> Unsubscribe from this list here: >>> http://lists.bikecollectives.org/options.cgi/thethinktank-bikecollectives.o… >>> >>> ____________________________________ >> >> The ThinkTank mailing List >> >> Unsubscribe from this list here: >> http://lists.bikecollectives.org/options.cgi/thethinktank-bikecollectives.o… >> >> _______________________________________________ > Thethinktank mailing list > Thethinktank(a)lists.bikecollectives.org > > http://lists.bikecollectives.org/listinfo.cgi/thethinktank-bikecollectives.… >

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Re: [TheThinkTank] Thethinktank Digest, Vol 169, Issue 7
by Tegan Moss [B!KE] 14 Oct '20

14 Oct '20

We are using signup.com for volunteer scheduling and for shop use scheduling for the public. Its free and working very well for us. On Wed, Oct 14, 2020 at 4:04 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: Thethinktank Digest, Vol 169, Issue 4 (Tegan Moss [B!KE]) > 2. Staff + volunteers management (peter(a)BikeClarkCounty.org) > 3. Re: Staff + volunteers management (Yellow Bike Project) > 4. Re: Staff + volunteers management (Audrey Wiedemeier) > > > > ---------- Forwarded message ---------- > From: "Tegan Moss [B!KE]" <director(a)communitybikeshop.org> > To: The Think Tank <thethinktank(a)lists.bikecollectives.org> > Cc: > Bcc: > Date: Tue, 13 Oct 2020 17:11:32 -0400 > Subject: Re: [TheThinkTank] Thethinktank Digest, Vol 169, Issue 4 > We do not use waivers--our insurance company does not pressure us to > because they do not stand up in court. Personally, I also feel they are > quite problematic because they make people believe they do not have rights > when they actually do. It is the legal equivalent of gas lighting. Here in > Canada we are a lot less litigious than folks in the US so I think its also > seen as less of an issue. > > We do have Directors and Officers insurance. Its pretty affordable for the > protections it offers. > > Our insurance for liability and D&O is around $2,500 annually. > > On Sat, Oct 10, 2020 at 4:03 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: Insurance for Collectives Offering Repair Services (Ron G) >> >> >> >> ---------- Forwarded message ---------- >> From: Ron G <pedalmore(a)gmail.com> >> To: thethinktank(a)lists.bikecollectives.org >> Cc: >> Bcc: >> Date: Fri, 9 Oct 2020 14:49:48 -0700 >> Subject: Re: [TheThinkTank] Insurance for Collectives Offering Repair >> Services >> Howdy-- >> >> (Disclaimer: I am not a lawyer. I'll gladly take corrections from any >> sharper legal minds. Kevin Dwyer?) >> >> We are a DIY shop, and we have insurance. Our insurance does cover >> repairs, which is appropriate since our DIY comes with assistance, which >> often looks like doing repairs. I think insurance is important for any >> organization offering to help with bikes. One loose quick release could >> lead to big expenses. >> >> It's tempting to believe that since our organizations tend to have >> limited assets we're immune to lawsuits, that there's just nothing there to >> sue for. The problem is lawsuits will find other targets, like staff or >> volunteers with money or property. If they're lucky they'll be covered by >> homeowner's or other insurance, but not necessarily. So you could be >> opening your staff, board, or volunteers to liability. >> >> We'd also like to think that our friends and guests aren't the suing >> types. But people don't sue because they're jerks (okay, some do), but >> because they're desperate. They sue because our health care system sucks, >> and they'll be bankrupted by bills, >> >> And it's not hard to demonstrate in court that we are trusted resources >> who should know better than allow someone to install their own front wheel >> without making sure they understand how to use that quick release, the part >> responsible for more lawsuits than any other component. >> >> On this topic, I'm wondering a couple of things. We have a ponderous >> waiver for people to fill out, and I'd like to trim it down. >> >> Do most community shops use waivers, and is there any template? >> >> And, maybe more to the point, have any of you ever been sued, and, if so, >> did a waiver help at all? >> >> Happy Trails, >> Ron Georg >> Shop Czar >> Corvallis Bicycle Collective >> _______________________________________________ >> Thethinktank mailing list >> Thethinktank(a)lists.bikecollectives.org >> >> http://lists.bikecollectives.org/listinfo.cgi/thethinktank-bikecollectives.… >> > > > -- > Executive Director > B!KE: The Peterborough Community Bike Shop > 293 George St, Peterborough ON > (705) 775-7227 > communitybikeshop.org > she/her > > > > > ---------- Forwarded message ---------- > From: "peter(a)BikeClarkCounty.org" <peter(a)bikeclarkcounty.org> > To: The Think Tank <thethinktank(a)lists.bikecollectives.org> > Cc: > Bcc: > Date: Tue, 13 Oct 2020 16:49:19 -0700 > Subject: [TheThinkTank] Staff + volunteers management > Anyone out there have a good program (online) for managing staff + > volunteer sign up for slots. > > We’re trying to stager as we add limited volunteers back to our schedule > and google docs isn’t cutting it. > > Thanks, in advance! > > Pedal on… Peter. > > > Peter Van Tilburg > Executive Director, Board VP > Bike Clark County > > Community Bike Shop: > 1604 Main St., Vancouver, WA. 98660 > Wed-Sat 11am-6pm, Sunday 11am-4pm > > c. 503.572.9894 > peter(a)bikeclarkcounty.org > *http://www.linkedin.com/in/petervantilburg > <http://www.linkedin.com/in/petervantilburg>* > http://www.bikeclarkcounty.org/ > www.bikeclarkcounty.org > *Bike Clark County is equipping, empowering, and connecting youth to our > community.* > > > > > > ---------- Forwarded message ---------- > From: Yellow Bike Project <austinyellowbike(a)gmail.com> > To: The Think Tank <thethinktank(a)lists.bikecollectives.org> > Cc: > Bcc: > Date: Tue, 13 Oct 2020 19:35:36 -0500 > Subject: Re: [TheThinkTank] Staff + volunteers management > Peter, At AustinYellowBike we use YouCanBookMe to book staff and > volunteers in specific time slots with capacity limits. > > > Take care, be safe, > Robert Wong > Volunteer > > Yellow Bike Project | www.austinyellowbike.org > 1216 Webberville Rd Austin, TX 78721| 512-524-5299 > Schedule Available Online <https://austinyellowbike.org/> > "Be the change you would like to see in the world." - Gandhi > > > On Tue, Oct 13, 2020 at 6:50 PM peter(a)BikeClarkCounty.org < > peter(a)bikeclarkcounty.org> wrote: > >> Anyone out there have a good program (online) for managing staff + >> volunteer sign up for slots. >> >> We’re trying to stager as we add limited volunteers back to our schedule >> and google docs isn’t cutting it. >> >> Thanks, in advance! >> >> Pedal on… Peter. >> >> >> Peter Van Tilburg >> Executive Director, Board VP >> Bike Clark County >> >> Community Bike Shop: >> 1604 Main St., Vancouver, WA. 98660 >> Wed-Sat 11am-6pm, Sunday 11am-4pm >> >> c. 503.572.9894 >> peter(a)bikeclarkcounty.org >> *http://www.linkedin.com/in/petervantilburg >> <http://www.linkedin.com/in/petervantilburg>* >> http://www.bikeclarkcounty.org/ >> www.bikeclarkcounty.org >> *Bike Clark County is equipping, empowering, and connecting youth to our >> community.* >> >> >> ____________________________________ >> >> The ThinkTank mailing List >> >> Unsubscribe from this list here: >> http://lists.bikecollectives.org/options.cgi/thethinktank-bikecollectives.o… >> >> > > > ---------- Forwarded message ---------- > From: Audrey Wiedemeier <audrey(a)bikelibrary.org> > To: The Think Tank <thethinktank(a)lists.bikecollectives.org> > Cc: > Bcc: > Date: Wed, 14 Oct 2020 10:34:31 -0500 > Subject: Re: [TheThinkTank] Staff + volunteers management > Roberts option looks like a really good low or no cost option. We use > Volgistics here at the Bike Library and I think we pay $17/mo with the > option to have folks sign-in on a touch pad with a four digit code when > they walk in the building. Even if folks are signed up to volunteer, we ask > them to sign in and out for every shift. I am happy with Volgistics and all > its capabilities, but it took us a while to learn. > > > Peace & grease, > > *Audrey Wiedemeier* (She/her/hers) > Iowa City Bike Library, Director > > 700 S. Dubuque St, Iowa City > *COVID Hours: *Tues. - Thurs. 10 AM - 5 PM; Sat. 10 - 3 PM > Need something? Set up an appointment by email. > Want to donate? Drop off anytime during these hours. Thank you! > > BikeLibrary.org > C: (515) 450-1651 > > > > On Tue, Oct 13, 2020 at 7:35 PM Yellow Bike Project < > austinyellowbike(a)gmail.com> wrote: > >> Peter, At AustinYellowBike we use YouCanBookMe to book staff and >> volunteers in specific time slots with capacity limits. >> >> >> Take care, be safe, >> Robert Wong >> Volunteer >> >> Yellow Bike Project | www.austinyellowbike.org >> 1216 Webberville Rd Austin, TX 78721| 512-524-5299 >> Schedule Available Online <https://austinyellowbike.org/> >> "Be the change you would like to see in the world." - Gandhi >> >> >> On Tue, Oct 13, 2020 at 6:50 PM peter(a)BikeClarkCounty.org < >> peter(a)bikeclarkcounty.org> wrote: >> >>> Anyone out there have a good program (online) for managing staff + >>> volunteer sign up for slots. >>> >>> We’re trying to stager as we add limited volunteers back to our schedule >>> and google docs isn’t cutting it. >>> >>> Thanks, in advance! >>> >>> Pedal on… Peter. >>> >>> >>> Peter Van Tilburg >>> Executive Director, Board VP >>> Bike Clark County >>> >>> Community Bike Shop: >>> 1604 Main St., Vancouver, WA. 98660 >>> Wed-Sat 11am-6pm, Sunday 11am-4pm >>> >>> c. 503.572.9894 >>> peter(a)bikeclarkcounty.org >>> *http://www.linkedin.com/in/petervantilburg >>> <http://www.linkedin.com/in/petervantilburg>* >>> http://www.bikeclarkcounty.org/ >>> www.bikeclarkcounty.org >>> *Bike Clark County is equipping, empowering, and connecting youth to our >>> community.* >>> >>> >>> ____________________________________ >>> >>> The ThinkTank mailing List >>> >>> Unsubscribe from this list here: >>> http://lists.bikecollectives.org/options.cgi/thethinktank-bikecollectives.o… >>> >>> ____________________________________ >> >> The ThinkTank mailing List >> >> Unsubscribe from this list here: >> http://lists.bikecollectives.org/options.cgi/thethinktank-bikecollectives.o… >> >> _______________________________________________ > Thethinktank mailing list > Thethinktank(a)lists.bikecollectives.org > > http://lists.bikecollectives.org/listinfo.cgi/thethinktank-bikecollectives.… > -- Executive Director B!KE: The Peterborough Community Bike Shop 293 George St, Peterborough ON (705) 775-7227 communitybikeshop.org she/her

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Staff + volunteers management
by peter＠BikeClarkCounty.org 14 Oct '20

14 Oct '20

Anyone out there have a good program (online) for managing staff + volunteer sign up for slots. We’re trying to stager as we add limited volunteers back to our schedule and google docs isn’t cutting it. Thanks, in advance! Pedal on… Peter. Peter Van Tilburg Executive Director, Board VP Bike Clark County Community Bike Shop: 1604 Main St., Vancouver, WA. 98660 Wed-Sat 11am-6pm, Sunday 11am-4pm c. 503.572.9894 peter(a)bikeclarkcounty.org http://www.linkedin.com/in/petervantilburg http://www.bikeclarkcounty.org/ <http://www.bikeclarkcounty.org/> www.bikeclarkcounty.org Bike Clark County is equipping, empowering, and connecting youth to our community.

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Re: [TheThinkTank] Thethinktank Digest, Vol 169, Issue 4
by Tegan Moss [B!KE] 13 Oct '20

13 Oct '20

We do not use waivers--our insurance company does not pressure us to because they do not stand up in court. Personally, I also feel they are quite problematic because they make people believe they do not have rights when they actually do. It is the legal equivalent of gas lighting. Here in Canada we are a lot less litigious than folks in the US so I think its also seen as less of an issue. We do have Directors and Officers insurance. Its pretty affordable for the protections it offers. Our insurance for liability and D&O is around $2,500 annually. On Sat, Oct 10, 2020 at 4:03 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: Insurance for Collectives Offering Repair Services (Ron G) > > > > ---------- Forwarded message ---------- > From: Ron G <pedalmore(a)gmail.com> > To: thethinktank(a)lists.bikecollectives.org > Cc: > Bcc: > Date: Fri, 9 Oct 2020 14:49:48 -0700 > Subject: Re: [TheThinkTank] Insurance for Collectives Offering Repair > Services > Howdy-- > > (Disclaimer: I am not a lawyer. I'll gladly take corrections from any > sharper legal minds. Kevin Dwyer?) > > We are a DIY shop, and we have insurance. Our insurance does cover > repairs, which is appropriate since our DIY comes with assistance, which > often looks like doing repairs. I think insurance is important for any > organization offering to help with bikes. One loose quick release could > lead to big expenses. > > It's tempting to believe that since our organizations tend to have limited > assets we're immune to lawsuits, that there's just nothing there to sue > for. The problem is lawsuits will find other targets, like staff or > volunteers with money or property. If they're lucky they'll be covered by > homeowner's or other insurance, but not necessarily. So you could be > opening your staff, board, or volunteers to liability. > > We'd also like to think that our friends and guests aren't the suing > types. But people don't sue because they're jerks (okay, some do), but > because they're desperate. They sue because our health care system sucks, > and they'll be bankrupted by bills, > > And it's not hard to demonstrate in court that we are trusted resources > who should know better than allow someone to install their own front wheel > without making sure they understand how to use that quick release, the part > responsible for more lawsuits than any other component. > > On this topic, I'm wondering a couple of things. We have a ponderous > waiver for people to fill out, and I'd like to trim it down. > > Do most community shops use waivers, and is there any template? > > And, maybe more to the point, have any of you ever been sued, and, if so, > did a waiver help at all? > > Happy Trails, > Ron Georg > Shop Czar > Corvallis Bicycle Collective > _______________________________________________ > Thethinktank mailing list > Thethinktank(a)lists.bikecollectives.org > > http://lists.bikecollectives.org/listinfo.cgi/thethinktank-bikecollectives.… > -- Executive Director B!KE: The Peterborough Community Bike Shop 293 George St, Peterborough ON (705) 775-7227 communitybikeshop.org she/her

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Re: [TheThinkTank] Thethinktank Digest, Vol 169, Issue 5
by Adam / Phoenix Mitchell 12 Oct '20

12 Oct '20

Two questions for y'all along the insurance thread: How did you determine that your insurance *does* indeed cover DIY repairs? Seems like a lot of legalese in our General Liability Insurance that is pretty incomprehensible. Also, for those with a Board, do you have Directors & Officers Insurance? I'd be interested to see more waivers... Cheers! Phoenix Freeride Montpelier On Mon, Oct 12, 2020 at 12:22 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: Insurance and Waivers (Nicole Muratore) > > > > ---------- Forwarded message ---------- > From: Nicole Muratore <nicole(a)bikesaviours.org> > To: thethinktank(a)lists.bikecollectives.org > Cc: > Bcc: > Date: Sun, 11 Oct 2020 12:42:40 -0700 > Subject: Re: [TheThinkTank] Insurance and Waivers > When our shop suspended DIY repair to patrons as a result of the > lockdowns, I checked to see that our insurance covered not only DIY repairs > but also staff-made repairs and it does. Our liability has never been > challenged, though I wouldn't mind paring down our waiver, too. I've > attached ours and am interested in seeing others. > > Cheers, > *Nicole Muratore, Shop Manager* > Bike Saviours Bicycle Collective > (602) 429-9369 | bikesaviours.org | @bikesaviours > > > On Sat, Oct 10, 2020 at 1:03 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: Insurance for Collectives Offering Repair Services (Ron G) >> >> >> >> ---------- Forwarded message ---------- >> From: Ron G <pedalmore(a)gmail.com> >> To: thethinktank(a)lists.bikecollectives.org >> Cc: >> Bcc: >> Date: Fri, 9 Oct 2020 14:49:48 -0700 >> Subject: Re: [TheThinkTank] Insurance for Collectives Offering Repair >> Services >> Howdy-- >> >> (Disclaimer: I am not a lawyer. I'll gladly take corrections from any >> sharper legal minds. Kevin Dwyer?) >> >> We are a DIY shop, and we have insurance. Our insurance does cover >> repairs, which is appropriate since our DIY comes with assistance, which >> often looks like doing repairs. I think insurance is important for any >> organization offering to help with bikes. One loose quick release could >> lead to big expenses. >> >> It's tempting to believe that since our organizations tend to have >> limited assets we're immune to lawsuits, that there's just nothing there to >> sue for. The problem is lawsuits will find other targets, like staff or >> volunteers with money or property. If they're lucky they'll be covered by >> homeowner's or other insurance, but not necessarily. So you could be >> opening your staff, board, or volunteers to liability. >> >> We'd also like to think that our friends and guests aren't the suing >> types. But people don't sue because they're jerks (okay, some do), but >> because they're desperate. They sue because our health care system sucks, >> and they'll be bankrupted by bills, >> >> And it's not hard to demonstrate in court that we are trusted resources >> who should know better than allow someone to install their own front wheel >> without making sure they understand how to use that quick release, the part >> responsible for more lawsuits than any other component. >> >> On this topic, I'm wondering a couple of things. We have a ponderous >> waiver for people to fill out, and I'd like to trim it down. >> >> Do most community shops use waivers, and is there any template? >> >> And, maybe more to the point, have any of you ever been sued, and, if so, >> did a waiver help at all? >> >> Happy Trails, >> Ron Georg >> Shop Czar >> Corvallis Bicycle Collective >> _______________________________________________ >> Thethinktank mailing list >> Thethinktank(a)lists.bikecollectives.org >> >> http://lists.bikecollectives.org/listinfo.cgi/thethinktank-bikecollectives.… >> > _______________________________________________ > Thethinktank mailing list > Thethinktank(a)lists.bikecollectives.org > > http://lists.bikecollectives.org/listinfo.cgi/thethinktank-bikecollectives.… >

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Re: [TheThinkTank] Insurance and Waivers
by Nicole Muratore 11 Oct '20

11 Oct '20

When our shop suspended DIY repair to patrons as a result of the lockdowns, I checked to see that our insurance covered not only DIY repairs but also staff-made repairs and it does. Our liability has never been challenged, though I wouldn't mind paring down our waiver, too. I've attached ours and am interested in seeing others. Cheers, *Nicole Muratore, Shop Manager* Bike Saviours Bicycle Collective (602) 429-9369 | bikesaviours.org | @bikesaviours On Sat, Oct 10, 2020 at 1:03 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: Insurance for Collectives Offering Repair Services (Ron G) > > > > ---------- Forwarded message ---------- > From: Ron G <pedalmore(a)gmail.com> > To: thethinktank(a)lists.bikecollectives.org > Cc: > Bcc: > Date: Fri, 9 Oct 2020 14:49:48 -0700 > Subject: Re: [TheThinkTank] Insurance for Collectives Offering Repair > Services > Howdy-- > > (Disclaimer: I am not a lawyer. I'll gladly take corrections from any > sharper legal minds. Kevin Dwyer?) > > We are a DIY shop, and we have insurance. Our insurance does cover > repairs, which is appropriate since our DIY comes with assistance, which > often looks like doing repairs. I think insurance is important for any > organization offering to help with bikes. One loose quick release could > lead to big expenses. > > It's tempting to believe that since our organizations tend to have limited > assets we're immune to lawsuits, that there's just nothing there to sue > for. The problem is lawsuits will find other targets, like staff or > volunteers with money or property. If they're lucky they'll be covered by > homeowner's or other insurance, but not necessarily. So you could be > opening your staff, board, or volunteers to liability. > > We'd also like to think that our friends and guests aren't the suing > types. But people don't sue because they're jerks (okay, some do), but > because they're desperate. They sue because our health care system sucks, > and they'll be bankrupted by bills, > > And it's not hard to demonstrate in court that we are trusted resources > who should know better than allow someone to install their own front wheel > without making sure they understand how to use that quick release, the part > responsible for more lawsuits than any other component. > > On this topic, I'm wondering a couple of things. We have a ponderous > waiver for people to fill out, and I'd like to trim it down. > > Do most community shops use waivers, and is there any template? > > And, maybe more to the point, have any of you ever been sued, and, if so, > did a waiver help at all? > > Happy Trails, > Ron Georg > Shop Czar > Corvallis Bicycle Collective > _______________________________________________ > Thethinktank mailing list > Thethinktank(a)lists.bikecollectives.org > > http://lists.bikecollectives.org/listinfo.cgi/thethinktank-bikecollectives.… >

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Re: [TheThinkTank] Insurance for Collectives Offering Repair Services
by Ron G 09 Oct '20

09 Oct '20

Howdy-- (Disclaimer: I am not a lawyer. I'll gladly take corrections from any sharper legal minds. Kevin Dwyer?) We are a DIY shop, and we have insurance. Our insurance does cover repairs, which is appropriate since our DIY comes with assistance, which often looks like doing repairs. I think insurance is important for any organization offering to help with bikes. One loose quick release could lead to big expenses. It's tempting to believe that since our organizations tend to have limited assets we're immune to lawsuits, that there's just nothing there to sue for. The problem is lawsuits will find other targets, like staff or volunteers with money or property. If they're lucky they'll be covered by homeowner's or other insurance, but not necessarily. So you could be opening your staff, board, or volunteers to liability. We'd also like to think that our friends and guests aren't the suing types. But people don't sue because they're jerks (okay, some do), but because they're desperate. They sue because our health care system sucks, and they'll be bankrupted by bills, And it's not hard to demonstrate in court that we are trusted resources who should know better than allow someone to install their own front wheel without making sure they understand how to use that quick release, the part responsible for more lawsuits than any other component. On this topic, I'm wondering a couple of things. We have a ponderous waiver for people to fill out, and I'd like to trim it down. Do most community shops use waivers, and is there any template? And, maybe more to the point, have any of you ever been sued, and, if so, did a waiver help at all? Happy Trails, Ron Georg Shop Czar Corvallis Bicycle Collective

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Re: [TheThinkTank] Thethinktank Digest, Vol 169, Issue 2
by Lawrence Mohammed 08 Oct '20

08 Oct '20

Hi Aaron, not sure what it's like Stateside, but in the UK, I'm pretty sure insurance is essential even if just recommending repairs and alterations to people working on their own bikes, not just providing these yourselves. There are ways to get around insurance but it's usually frowned upon from what I gather. Whilst many insurers here can offer coverage, a few (such as Butterworth Spengler) specialise in cycling and can thus provide comprehensive quotes, are familiar with risks and if anything does go wrong, they're probably better placed to support. We offer popup-servicing to local corporate clients as well as training and servicing in our workshop within a gift economy (essentially on a 'pay what you can' basis) and we need a minimum of £5Million Public Liability and Products insurance for this. I hand built our premises, turning a shipping container into a solar powered, insulated timber framed workshop and due to this, I think we pay a bit more (it's pretty odd and anything odd = uncertainty = risk = ££ / $$ it seems). Also, because it's in a high risk area. We have very comprehensive Risk Assessments, Method Statements and loads of policies - but this doesn't seem to have dropped out insurance premium...useful though ;) Not sure whether this info is helpful but do message me if I can be of assistance. Happy to share anything that may be useful and wishing you and the collective all the very best in these challenging times! In service, *Lawrence Mohammed* CEO and Founder Pro Bike Service C.I.C. *+44 (0)77 222 58587* *probikeservice.co.uk <https://probikeservice.co.uk>* /::Olympic Park Site:: Pro Bike Service C.I.C. Multi-Storey Car Park, Lesney Avenue Queen Elizabeth Olympic Park London E20 3BS *map location <https://what3words.com/upset.habit.funds>* / On 08/10/2020 21:03, 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. Insurance for Collectives Offering Repair Services (Aaron Shaw) > 2. Re: Thethinktank Digest, Vol 165, Issue 5 > (Adam / Phoenix Mitchell) > > _______________________________________________ > Thethinktank mailing list > Thethinktank(a)lists.bikecollectives.org > http://lists.bikecollectives.org/listinfo.cgi/thethinktank-bikecollectives.…

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Insurance for Collectives Offering Repair Services
by Aaron Shaw 08 Oct '20

08 Oct '20

Hey Bike-tankers, Many collectives seem to be offering repair services during Covid-times to help keep the lights on. Some non-profit shops have been offering repair services <https://freewheelbikes.org/service-and-repair/> for a while. There has been some mention of repair liability insurance and I would like to know more. Our shop is considering offering repair services, and I am wondering...Is it a good idea? Do we need insurance? Where can we find insurance? How much does it cost? Those types of things... Thanks in advance! Aaron

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Re: [TheThinkTank] Thethinktank Digest, Vol 165, Issue 5
by Adam / Phoenix Mitchell 08 Oct '20

08 Oct '20

Hey all, I've got a question about the hanging of bikes on the rail. Did you use box rail hangers or some other unique setup? All I can see are big washers and a hook. Thanks! Freeride Montpelier On Mon, Jun 8, 2020 at 4:11 PM < thethinktank-request(a)lists.bikecollectives.org> wrote: > Send Thethinktank mailing list submissions to > thethinktank(a)lists.bikecollectives.org > > To subscribe or unsubscribe via the World Wide Web, visit > > http://lists.bikecollectives.org/listinfo.cgi/thethinktank-bikecollectives.… > > or, via email, send a message with subject or body 'help' to > thethinktank-request(a)lists.bikecollectives.org > > You can reach the person managing the list at > thethinktank-owner(a)lists.bikecollectives.org > > When replying, please edit your Subject line so it is more specific > than "Re: Contents of Thethinktank digest..." > Today's Topics: > > 1. Bike Storage Optimization (Wade Rubinstein) > 2. Re: Bike Storage Optimization (Daniel Byrd) > 3. Re: Bike Storage Optimization (Wade Rubinstein) > 4. Re: Bike Storage Optimization (BikeConcord) > 5. Re: Bike Storage Optimization (Cyclista Nicholas) > 6. Re: Bike Storage Optimization (BikeConcord) > 7. Re: Bike Storage Optimization (BikeConcord) > 8. Re: Bike Storage Optimization (Peaches) > 9. thanks y'all (Angel York) > 10. Re: Online Collaborative Workshop on Safe & Effective Shop > Operations (Amanda Chilson) > 11. Is TheThinkTank searchable? (Thomas Butler) > 12. Is TheThinkTank searchable? (cyclista(a)inventati.org) > 13. Re: Is TheThinkTank searchable? (Godwin !) > > > > ---------- Forwarded message ---------- > From: Wade Rubinstein <wade(a)bikeconnector.org> > To: thethinktank(a)lists.bikecollectives.org > Cc: > Bcc: > Date: Sun, 7 Jun 2020 16:13:31 -0400 > Subject: [TheThinkTank] Bike Storage Optimization > Hi. I am a member of The Bike Connector, an earn-a-bike and bike > collective program in Lowell, Massachusetts, USA. We recently gained > access to container (12m L x 2.3m W x 2.26m H; 40' L x 7.6' W x 7.4' H) to > help manage our inventory of bikes and parts. I want to maximize the > capacity of the container, while allowing for easy access to the bikes. > I'm sure others have solved this optimization problem. > > Any suggestions for how to organize this space? > [image: Bike Connector Dumpster Day Empty Container Almost 6-4-20.jpg] > > > > ---------- Forwarded message ---------- > From: Daniel Byrd <daniel(a)kidsonbikes.net> > To: The Think Tank <thethinktank(a)lists.bikecollectives.org> > Cc: > Bcc: > Date: Sun, 7 Jun 2020 14:17:20 -0600 > Subject: Re: [TheThinkTank] Bike Storage Optimization > Hello! > > We have 14 of these containers for our programs and we have found a way to > maximize space for very cheap. > Www.kidsonbikes.net and go to "what we do" tab, then a video on bike > Library. > I can send you photos of exactly how to set stuff up too- talking briefly > will probably help too > Very exciting! > > Daniel Byrd > Executive Director of Kids on Bikes > > On Sun, Jun 7, 2020, 2:13 PM Wade Rubinstein <wade(a)bikeconnector.org> > wrote: > >> Hi. I am a member of The Bike Connector, an earn-a-bike and bike >> collective program in Lowell, Massachusetts, USA. We recently gained >> access to container (12m L x 2.3m W x 2.26m H; 40' L x 7.6' W x 7.4' H) to >> help manage our inventory of bikes and parts. I want to maximize the >> capacity of the container, while allowing for easy access to the bikes. >> I'm sure others have solved this optimization problem. >> >> Any suggestions for how to organize this space? >> [image: Bike Connector Dumpster Day Empty Container Almost 6-4-20.jpg] >> ____________________________________ >> >> The ThinkTank mailing List >> >> Unsubscribe from this list here: >> http://lists.bikecollectives.org/options.cgi/thethinktank-bikecollectives.o… >> >> > > > ---------- Forwarded message ---------- > From: Wade Rubinstein <wade(a)bikeconnector.org> > To: The Think Tank <thethinktank(a)lists.bikecollectives.org> > Cc: > Bcc: > Date: Sun, 7 Jun 2020 16:48:40 -0400 > Subject: Re: [TheThinkTank] Bike Storage Optimization > Daniel, > > This is amazing! What a great service you provide to the community. > Currently, our workshop is located in a school, which is closed due to the > coronavirus. My hope was to move the workshop and storage into > the container. I played the video. It was a nice overview. Do you have > images of the inside layout? > > > > Wade > > On Sun, Jun 7, 2020 at 4:17 PM Daniel Byrd <daniel(a)kidsonbikes.net> wrote: > >> Hello! >> >> We have 14 of these containers for our programs and we have found a way >> to maximize space for very cheap. >> Www.kidsonbikes.net and go to "what we do" tab, then a video on bike >> Library. >> I can send you photos of exactly how to set stuff up too- talking briefly >> will probably help too >> Very exciting! >> >> Daniel Byrd >> Executive Director of Kids on Bikes >> >> On Sun, Jun 7, 2020, 2:13 PM Wade Rubinstein <wade(a)bikeconnector.org> >> wrote: >> >>> Hi. I am a member of The Bike Connector, an earn-a-bike and bike >>> collective program in Lowell, Massachusetts, USA. We recently gained >>> access to container (12m L x 2.3m W x 2.26m H; 40' L x 7.6' W x 7.4' H) to >>> help manage our inventory of bikes and parts. I want to maximize the >>> capacity of the container, while allowing for easy access to the bikes. >>> I'm sure others have solved this optimization problem. >>> >>> Any suggestions for how to organize this space? >>> [image: Bike Connector Dumpster Day Empty Container Almost 6-4-20.jpg] >>> ____________________________________ >>> >>> The ThinkTank mailing List >>> >>> Unsubscribe from this list here: >>> http://lists.bikecollectives.org/options.cgi/thethinktank-bikecollectives.o… >>> >>> ____________________________________ >> >> The ThinkTank mailing List >> >> Unsubscribe from this list here: >> http://lists.bikecollectives.org/options.cgi/thethinktank-bikecollectives.o… >> >> > > > ---------- Forwarded message ---------- > From: BikeConcord <Smitty(a)bikeconcord.org> > To: The Think Tank <thethinktank(a)lists.bikecollectives.org> > Cc: > Bcc: > Date: Sun, 7 Jun 2020 16:23:13 -0700 > Subject: Re: [TheThinkTank] Bike Storage Optimization > The key is good insulation. Which you can’t see in this photo. > > > On Jun 7, 2020, at 1:49 PM, Wade Rubinstein <wade(a)bikeconnector.org> > wrote: > > > Daniel, > > This is amazing! What a great service you provide to the community. > Currently, our workshop is located in a school, which is closed due to the > coronavirus. My hope was to move the workshop and storage into > the container. I played the video. It was a nice overview. Do you have > images of the inside layout? > > > > Wade > > On Sun, Jun 7, 2020 at 4:17 PM Daniel Byrd <daniel(a)kidsonbikes.net> wrote: > >> Hello! >> >> We have 14 of these containers for our programs and we have found a way >> to maximize space for very cheap. >> Www.kidsonbikes.net and go to "what we do" tab, then a video on bike >> Library. >> I can send you photos of exactly how to set stuff up too- talking briefly >> will probably help too >> Very exciting! >> >> Daniel Byrd >> Executive Director of Kids on Bikes >> >> On Sun, Jun 7, 2020, 2:13 PM Wade Rubinstein <wade(a)bikeconnector.org> >> wrote: >> >>> Hi. I am a member of The Bike Connector, an earn-a-bike and bike >>> collective program in Lowell, Massachusetts, USA. We recently gained >>> access to container (12m L x 2.3m W x 2.26m H; 40' L x 7.6' W x 7.4' H) to >>> help manage our inventory of bikes and parts. I want to maximize the >>> capacity of the container, while allowing for easy access to the bikes. >>> I'm sure others have solved this optimization problem. >>> >>> Any suggestions for how to organize this space? >>> <Bike Connector Dumpster Day Empty Container Almost 6-4-20.jpg> >>> >>> ____________________________________ >>> >>> The ThinkTank mailing List >>> >>> Unsubscribe from this list here: >>> http://lists.bikecollectives.org/options.cgi/thethinktank-bikecollectives.o… >>> >>> ____________________________________ >> >> The ThinkTank mailing List >> >> Unsubscribe from this list here: >> http://lists.bikecollectives.org/options.cgi/thethinktank-bikecollectives.o… >> >> ____________________________________ > > The ThinkTank mailing List > > Unsubscribe from this list here: > http://lists.bikecollectives.org/options.cgi/thethinktank-bikecollectives.o… > > > > > ---------- Forwarded message ---------- > From: Cyclista Nicholas <cyclista(a)inventati.org> > To: The Think Tank <thethinktank(a)lists.bikecollectives.org> > Cc: > Bcc: > Date: Mon, 08 Jun 2020 02:33:26 +0000 > Subject: Re: [TheThinkTank] Bike Storage Optimization > Here's some not-great images of the way we maximize storage for bikes. > Basically, vertically, using a hook on the wall for the front wheel. It > helps to have some kind of cradles for the wheels/tires to fit into, but > you don't have to. > > It's best to stagger them (as in the outdoor picture), one up, the next > down, the next up, and so on. The spacing is about 11" vertically > between the lower bike and the higher one, and 12" horizontally, bike to > bike. This spacing and staggering should give enough room for the > handlebars not to tangle too much and the cranks not to either. > > ~cyclista Nicholas > > > On 2020-06-07 23:23, BikeConcord wrote: > > The key is good insulation. Which you can’t see in this photo. > > > > > > > >> On Jun 7, 2020, at 1:49 PM, Wade Rubinstein <wade(a)bikeconnector.org> > >> wrote: > >> > >> > >> Daniel, > >> > >> This is amazing! What a great service you provide to the community. > >> Currently, our workshop is located in a school, which is closed due to > >> the coronavirus. My hope was to move the workshop and storage into > >> the container. I played the video. It was a nice overview. Do you > >> have images of the inside layout? > >> > >> > >> > >> Wade > >> > >>> On Sun, Jun 7, 2020 at 4:17 PM Daniel Byrd <daniel(a)kidsonbikes.net> > >>> wrote: > >>> Hello! > >>> > >>> We have 14 of these containers for our programs and we have found a > >>> way to maximize space for very cheap. > >>> Www.kidsonbikes.net and go to "what we do" tab, then a video on bike > >>> Library. > >>> I can send you photos of exactly how to set stuff up too- talking > >>> briefly will probably help too > >>> Very exciting! > >>> > >>> Daniel Byrd > >>> Executive Director of Kids on Bikes > >>> > >>>> On Sun, Jun 7, 2020, 2:13 PM Wade Rubinstein > >>>> <wade(a)bikeconnector.org> wrote: > >>>> Hi. I am a member of The Bike Connector, an earn-a-bike and bike > >>>> collective program in Lowell, Massachusetts, USA. We recently > >>>> gained access to container (12m L x 2.3m W x 2.26m H; 40' L x 7.6' W > >>>> x 7.4' H) to help manage our inventory of bikes and parts. I want > >>>> to maximize the capacity of the container, while allowing for easy > >>>> access to the bikes. I'm sure others have solved this optimization > >>>> problem. > >>>> > >>>> Any suggestions for how to organize this space? > >>>> <Bike Connector Dumpster Day Empty Container Almost 6-4-20.jpg> > >>>> > >>>> ____________________________________ > >>>> > >>>> The ThinkTank mailing List > >>>> > >>>> Unsubscribe from this list here: > >>>> > http://lists.bikecollectives.org/options.cgi/thethinktank-bikecollectives.o… > >>>> > >>> ____________________________________ > >>> > >>> The ThinkTank mailing List > >>> > >>> Unsubscribe from this list here: > >>> > http://lists.bikecollectives.org/options.cgi/thethinktank-bikecollectives.o… > >>> > >> ____________________________________ > >> > >> The ThinkTank mailing List > >> > >> Unsubscribe from this list here: > >> > http://lists.bikecollectives.org/options.cgi/thethinktank-bikecollectives.o… > >> > > > > ____________________________________ > > > > The ThinkTank mailing List > > > > Unsubscribe from this list here: > > > http://lists.bikecollectives.org/options.cgi/thethinktank-bikecollectives.o… > > > > ---------- Forwarded message ---------- > From: BikeConcord <Smitty(a)bikeconcord.org> > To: The Think Tank <thethinktank(a)lists.bikecollectives.org> > Cc: > Bcc: > Date: Sun, 7 Jun 2020 22:19:51 -0700 > Subject: Re: [TheThinkTank] Bike Storage Optimization > Here is how we hang them in our storage container. Remove pedals and turn > handle bars. > > > > > On Jun 7, 2020, at 7:34 PM, Cyclista Nicholas <cyclista(a)inventati.org> > wrote: > > > > Here's some not-great images of the way we maximize storage for bikes. > Basically, vertically, using a hook on the wall for the front wheel. It > helps to have some kind of cradles for the wheels/tires to fit into, but > you don't have to. > > > > It's best to stagger them (as in the outdoor picture), one up, the next > down, the next up, and so on. The spacing is about 11" vertically between > the lower bike and the higher one, and 12" horizontally, bike to bike. This > spacing and staggering should give enough room for the handlebars not to > tangle too much and the cranks not to either. > > > > ~cyclista Nicholas > > > > > >> On 2020-06-07 23:23, BikeConcord wrote: > >> The key is good insulation. Which you can’t see in this photo. > >>>> On Jun 7, 2020, at 1:49 PM, Wade Rubinstein <wade(a)bikeconnector.org> > wrote: > >>> > >>> Daniel, > >>> This is amazing! What a great service you provide to the community. > Currently, our workshop is located in a school, which is closed due to the > coronavirus. My hope was to move the workshop and storage into the > container. I played the video. It was a nice overview. Do you have > images of the inside layout? > >>> Wade > >>>> On Sun, Jun 7, 2020 at 4:17 PM Daniel Byrd <daniel(a)kidsonbikes.net> > wrote: > >>>> Hello! > >>>> We have 14 of these containers for our programs and we have found a > way to maximize space for very cheap. > >>>> Www.kidsonbikes.net and go to "what we do" tab, then a video on bike > Library. > >>>> I can send you photos of exactly how to set stuff up too- talking > briefly will probably help too > >>>> Very exciting! > >>>> Daniel Byrd > >>>> Executive Director of Kids on Bikes > >>>>> On Sun, Jun 7, 2020, 2:13 PM Wade Rubinstein <wade(a)bikeconnector.org> > wrote: > >>>>> Hi. I am a member of The Bike Connector, an earn-a-bike and bike > collective program in Lowell, Massachusetts, USA. We recently gained > access to container (12m L x 2.3m W x 2.26m H; 40' L x 7.6' W x 7.4' H) to > help manage our inventory of bikes and parts. I want to maximize the > capacity of the container, while allowing for easy access to the bikes. > I'm sure others have solved this optimization problem. > >>>>> Any suggestions for how to organize this space? > >>>>> <Bike Connector Dumpster Day Empty Container Almost 6-4-20.jpg> > >>>>> ____________________________________ > >>>>> The ThinkTank mailing List > >>>>> Unsubscribe from this list here: > http://lists.bikecollectives.org/options.cgi/thethinktank-bikecollectives.o… > >>>> ____________________________________ > >>>> The ThinkTank mailing List > >>>> Unsubscribe from this list here: > http://lists.bikecollectives.org/options.cgi/thethinktank-bikecollectives.o… > >>> ____________________________________ > >>> The ThinkTank mailing List > >>> Unsubscribe from this list here: > http://lists.bikecollectives.org/options.cgi/thethinktank-bikecollectives.o… > >> ____________________________________ > >> The ThinkTank mailing List > >> Unsubscribe from this list here: > >> > http://lists.bikecollectives.org/options.cgi/thethinktank-bikecollectives.o… > > <67747905_2654432187955317_2310442493985947648_o_2654432184621984.jpg> > > <350597931008_o_2277749708956902.png> > > ____________________________________ > > > > The ThinkTank mailing List > > > > Unsubscribe from this list here: > http://lists.bikecollectives.org/options.cgi/thethinktank-bikecollectives.o… > > > > > > ---------- Forwarded message ---------- > From: BikeConcord <Smitty(a)bikeconcord.org> > To: The Think Tank <thethinktank(a)lists.bikecollectives.org> > Cc: > Bcc: > Date: Sun, 7 Jun 2020 22:27:21 -0700 > Subject: Re: [TheThinkTank] Bike Storage Optimization > Here is how we store bikes that are currently being worked on. If you > would like info on insulation, i can dig that up. > > > > On Jun 7, 2020, at 7:34 PM, Cyclista Nicholas <cyclista(a)inventati.org> > wrote: > > > > Here's some not-great images of the way we maximize storage for bikes. > Basically, vertically, using a hook on the wall for the front wheel. It > helps to have some kind of cradles for the wheels/tires to fit into, but > you don't have to. > > > > It's best to stagger them (as in the outdoor picture), one up, the next > down, the next up, and so on. The spacing is about 11" vertically between > the lower bike and the higher one, and 12" horizontally, bike to bike. This > spacing and staggering should give enough room for the handlebars not to > tangle too much and the cranks not to either. > > > > ~cyclista Nicholas > > > > > >> On 2020-06-07 23:23, BikeConcord wrote: > >> The key is good insulation. Which you can’t see in this photo. > >>>> On Jun 7, 2020, at 1:49 PM, Wade Rubinstein <wade(a)bikeconnector.org> > wrote: > >>> > >>> Daniel, > >>> This is amazing! What a great service you provide to the community. > Currently, our workshop is located in a school, which is closed due to the > coronavirus. My hope was to move the workshop and storage into the > container. I played the video. It was a nice overview. Do you have > images of the inside layout? > >>> Wade > >>>> On Sun, Jun 7, 2020 at 4:17 PM Daniel Byrd <daniel(a)kidsonbikes.net> > wrote: > >>>> Hello! > >>>> We have 14 of these containers for our programs and we have found a > way to maximize space for very cheap. > >>>> Www.kidsonbikes.net and go to "what we do" tab, then a video on bike > Library. > >>>> I can send you photos of exactly how to set stuff up too- talking > briefly will probably help too > >>>> Very exciting! > >>>> Daniel Byrd > >>>> Executive Director of Kids on Bikes > >>>>> On Sun, Jun 7, 2020, 2:13 PM Wade Rubinstein <wade(a)bikeconnector.org> > wrote: > >>>>> Hi. I am a member of The Bike Connector, an earn-a-bike and bike > collective program in Lowell, Massachusetts, USA. We recently gained > access to container (12m L x 2.3m W x 2.26m H; 40' L x 7.6' W x 7.4' H) to > help manage our inventory of bikes and parts. I want to maximize the > capacity of the container, while allowing for easy access to the bikes. > I'm sure others have solved this optimization problem. > >>>>> Any suggestions for how to organize this space? > >>>>> <Bike Connector Dumpster Day Empty Container Almost 6-4-20.jpg> > >>>>> ____________________________________ > >>>>> The ThinkTank mailing List > >>>>> Unsubscribe from this list here: > http://lists.bikecollectives.org/options.cgi/thethinktank-bikecollectives.o… > >>>> ____________________________________ > >>>> The ThinkTank mailing List > >>>> Unsubscribe from this list here: > http://lists.bikecollectives.org/options.cgi/thethinktank-bikecollectives.o… > >>> ____________________________________ > >>> The ThinkTank mailing List > >>> Unsubscribe from this list here: > http://lists.bikecollectives.org/options.cgi/thethinktank-bikecollectives.o… > >> ____________________________________ > >> The ThinkTank mailing List > >> Unsubscribe from this list here: > >> > http://lists.bikecollectives.org/options.cgi/thethinktank-bikecollectives.o… > > <67747905_2654432187955317_2310442493985947648_o_2654432184621984.jpg> > > <350597931008_o_2277749708956902.png> > > ____________________________________ > > > > The ThinkTank mailing List > > > > Unsubscribe from this list here: > http://lists.bikecollectives.org/options.cgi/thethinktank-bikecollectives.o… > > > > > > ---------- Forwarded message ---------- > From: Peaches <steve(a)compersia.community> > To: The Think Tank <thethinktank(a)lists.bikecollectives.org> > Cc: > Bcc: > Date: Mon, 8 Jun 2020 08:27:21 -0400 > Subject: Re: [TheThinkTank] Bike Storage Optimization > I built a hybrid storage/workshop one out on the cheap for my community. > Sold it for more than we paid! > > https://photos.app.goo.gl/z5QGiQY1Mqq4Yx448 > > That's electrical conduit as the rack "rail". Major issue - only half the > population has the upper body strength to lift their bicycle and hang it > daily. Bikes on the left all the way down and a walking area on the right > worked out for some. > > Steve > > > > > On Mon, Jun 8, 2020, 1:28 AM BikeConcord <Smitty(a)bikeconcord.org> wrote: > >> Here is how we store bikes that are currently being worked on. If you >> would like info on insulation, i can dig that up. >> >> >> > On Jun 7, 2020, at 7:34 PM, Cyclista Nicholas <cyclista(a)inventati.org> >> wrote: >> > >> > Here's some not-great images of the way we maximize storage for bikes. >> Basically, vertically, using a hook on the wall for the front wheel. It >> helps to have some kind of cradles for the wheels/tires to fit into, but >> you don't have to. >> > >> > It's best to stagger them (as in the outdoor picture), one up, the next >> down, the next up, and so on. The spacing is about 11" vertically between >> the lower bike and the higher one, and 12" horizontally, bike to bike. This >> spacing and staggering should give enough room for the handlebars not to >> tangle too much and the cranks not to either. >> > >> > ~cyclista Nicholas >> > >> > >> >> On 2020-06-07 23:23, BikeConcord wrote: >> >> The key is good insulation. Which you can’t see in this photo. >> >>>> On Jun 7, 2020, at 1:49 PM, Wade Rubinstein <wade(a)bikeconnector.org> >> wrote: >> >>> >> >>> Daniel, >> >>> This is amazing! What a great service you provide to the community. >> Currently, our workshop is located in a school, which is closed due to the >> coronavirus. My hope was to move the workshop and storage into the >> container. I played the video. It was a nice overview. Do you have >> images of the inside layout? >> >>> Wade >> >>>> On Sun, Jun 7, 2020 at 4:17 PM Daniel Byrd <daniel(a)kidsonbikes.net> >> wrote: >> >>>> Hello! >> >>>> We have 14 of these containers for our programs and we have found a >> way to maximize space for very cheap. >> >>>> Www.kidsonbikes.net and go to "what we do" tab, then a video on >> bike Library. >> >>>> I can send you photos of exactly how to set stuff up too- talking >> briefly will probably help too >> >>>> Very exciting! >> >>>> Daniel Byrd >> >>>> Executive Director of Kids on Bikes >> >>>>> On Sun, Jun 7, 2020, 2:13 PM Wade Rubinstein < >> wade(a)bikeconnector.org> wrote: >> >>>>> Hi. I am a member of The Bike Connector, an earn-a-bike and bike >> collective program in Lowell, Massachusetts, USA. We recently gained >> access to container (12m L x 2.3m W x 2.26m H; 40' L x 7.6' W x 7.4' H) to >> help manage our inventory of bikes and parts. I want to maximize the >> capacity of the container, while allowing for easy access to the bikes. >> I'm sure others have solved this optimization problem. >> >>>>> Any suggestions for how to organize this space? >> >>>>> <Bike Connector Dumpster Day Empty Container Almost 6-4-20.jpg> >> >>>>> ____________________________________ >> >>>>> The ThinkTank mailing List >> >>>>> Unsubscribe from this list here: >> http://lists.bikecollectives.org/options.cgi/thethinktank-bikecollectives.o… >> >>>> ____________________________________ >> >>>> The ThinkTank mailing List >> >>>> Unsubscribe from this list here: >> http://lists.bikecollectives.org/options.cgi/thethinktank-bikecollectives.o… >> >>> ____________________________________ >> >>> The ThinkTank mailing List >> >>> Unsubscribe from this list here: >> http://lists.bikecollectives.org/options.cgi/thethinktank-bikecollectives.o… >> >> ____________________________________ >> >> The ThinkTank mailing List >> >> Unsubscribe from this list here: >> >> >> http://lists.bikecollectives.org/options.cgi/thethinktank-bikecollectives.o… >> > <67747905_2654432187955317_2310442493985947648_o_2654432184621984.jpg> >> > <350597931008_o_2277749708956902.png> >> > ____________________________________ >> > >> > The ThinkTank mailing List >> > >> > Unsubscribe from this list here: >> http://lists.bikecollectives.org/options.cgi/thethinktank-bikecollectives.o… >> > >> ____________________________________ >> >> The ThinkTank mailing List >> >> Unsubscribe from this list here: >> http://lists.bikecollectives.org/options.cgi/thethinktank-bikecollectives.o… >> >> > > > ---------- Forwarded message ---------- > From: Angel York <aniola(a)gmail.com> > To: The Think Tank <thethinktank(a)lists.bikecollectives.org> > Cc: > Bcc: > Date: Mon, 8 Jun 2020 09:07:02 -0700 > Subject: [TheThinkTank] thanks y'all > I'm guessing some of you had something to do with this: > > https://www.bicycleretailer.com/industry-news/2020/06/07/bikes-front-lines > > <3 > > > > ---------- Forwarded message ---------- > From: Amanda Chilson <achilson(a)nbccoalition.org> > To: The Think Tank <thethinktank(a)lists.bikecollectives.org> > Cc: > Bcc: > Date: Mon, 8 Jun 2020 13:02:45 -0400 > Subject: Re: [TheThinkTank] Online Collaborative Workshop on Safe & > Effective Shop Operations > Hi Robert, > Thank you for organizing this. I would love to attend. > > > Amanda Chilson > Health and Wellness Coordinator > Northern Berkshire Community Coalition > 61 Main St. Suite 218 > North Adams, MA 01247 > 413-663-7588 Ext. 16 > www.nbccoalition.org > > > > > > > > On Fri, Jun 5, 2020 at 5:44 PM Robert Grossman <rgrossman7(a)gmail.com> > wrote: > >> I wanted to invite the bike collective community to a collaborative >> online workshop to make a bit more sense of operating safely & effectively >> both in the short and long terms, volunteer management, and shop's capacity >> for providing services. >> >> Day: Friday June 12 >> Time: 3pm Central Time >> >> This will be a three-part structured workshop where participants will be >> paired up with each other and begin to chart the trends they are seeing. We >> will then look at these as a group. The second part will be working >> together in small groups to sort out what services you feel are critical to >> address, the activities to make them happen, and what the cultural aspects >> for each will be. The final part will be individual or by shop, by focusing >> on who it is you are serving, what you are offering them, the opportunities >> there, and the risks involved. >> >> I realize that some shops have already figured this stuff out, but I know >> there are several that are still struggling with it. This is to help them. >> It would be great to have participants who can share how they have worked >> things out. >> >> It is a 45 minute long workshop. We will be using Zoom for meeting >> together and Freehand by Invision to collaborate. I built this workshop in >> grad school and this is the first time doing it digitally. I plan to record >> it so I can see what works and what doesn't. Please go easy me :p >> >> >> Email me directly if you are interested and I will send you the invites. >> >> >> -- >> Robert Grossman >> www.robertgrossmandesign.com >> https://twitter.com/rgrossmandesign >> https://www.linkedin.com/in/robertgrossman7 >> <https://www.linkedin.com/in/rgrossman7> >> https://www.flickr.com/photos/robkeebler/albums >> ____________________________________ >> >> The ThinkTank mailing List >> >> Unsubscribe from this list here: >> http://lists.bikecollectives.org/options.cgi/thethinktank-bikecollectives.o… >> >> > > > ---------- Forwarded message ---------- > From: Thomas Butler <thomas.unavailable(a)gmail.com> > To: The Think Tank <thethinktank(a)lists.bikecollectives.org> > Cc: > Bcc: > Date: Mon, 8 Jun 2020 14:32:04 -0500 > Subject: [TheThinkTank] Is TheThinkTank searchable? > I'm used to being able to search email listservs' archives, but it seems > like I can't and I'm relegated to asking a question that may have been > previously answered? > > Thomas Butler > he | they > Austin's Yellow Bike Project > > > > ---------- Forwarded message ---------- > From: "cyclista(a)inventati.org" <cyclista(a)inventati.org> > To: thethinktank(a)lists.bikecollectives.org > Cc: > Bcc: > Date: Mon, 8 Jun 2020 19:50:39 +0000 (UTC) > Subject: [TheThinkTank] Is TheThinkTank searchable? > Yes, it is. But I can't remember the location. You'll just need to search > for "thinktank" "archives" online. > > It really should be posted wherever the signup page is. > > ~cyclista Nicholas > > > > > > ---------- Forwarded message ---------- > From: "Godwin !" <goodgodwin(a)hotmail.com> > To: "thethinktank(a)lists.bikecollectives.org" < > thethinktank(a)lists.bikecollectives.org> > Cc: > Bcc: > Date: Mon, 8 Jun 2020 19:53:20 +0000 > Subject: Re: [TheThinkTank] Is TheThinkTank searchable? > You can find a link on the bikecollectives.org site, near the bottom, it > says "View the archives", here's the link: > http://lists.bikecollectives.org/pipermail/thethinktank-bikecollectives.org/. > From there you will be able to search. > > godwin > > ------------------------------ > *From:* Thethinktank <thethinktank-bounces(a)lists.bikecollectives.org> on > behalf of cyclista(a)inventati.org <cyclista(a)inventati.org> > *Sent:* June 8, 2020 12:50 PM > *To:* thethinktank(a)lists.bikecollectives.org < > thethinktank(a)lists.bikecollectives.org> > *Subject:* [TheThinkTank] Is TheThinkTank searchable? > > Yes, it is. But I can't remember the location. You'll just need to search > for "thinktank" "archives" online. > > It really should be posted wherever the signup page is. > > ~cyclista Nicholas > > ____________________________________ > > The ThinkTank mailing List > > Unsubscribe from this list here: > http://lists.bikecollectives.org/options.cgi/thethinktank-bikecollectives.o… > > _______________________________________________ > Thethinktank mailing list > Thethinktank(a)lists.bikecollectives.org > > http://lists.bikecollectives.org/listinfo.cgi/thethinktank-bikecollectives.… >

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Starting a bike coop in the Philippines
by John Klock 04 Oct '20

04 Oct '20

I would like to get a bike coop started in the Philippines. I wanted to inquire about tools cost to start and then ask about what might be some initial problems getting this going. Lastly, I wanted to combine this with bicycle advocacy. Thanks, John [https://ipmcdn.avast.com/images/icons/icon-envelope-tick-round-orange-anima…]<https://www.avast.com/sig-email?utm_medium=email&utm_source=link&utm_campai…> Virus-free. www.avast.com<https://www.avast.com/sig-email?utm_medium=email&utm_source=link&utm_campai…>

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Response to Dennis re Earn-a-Bike
by Mildred Locke 21 Sep '20

21 Sep '20

Hi Dennis, We run an Earn-a-Bike programme at the Bristol Bike Project so I might be able to help out. What exactly do you need and what is it for? Are you looking to set one up? I could forward our annual impact report if it's helpful. We manage to run our programme without funding because we use donated bikes and secondhand parts, volunteer time, and charge £20 at the end for a lock and lights, which covers our costs. Of course if you wanted to do the whole thing for free then you would need some funding but we don't have any funding docs that would be useful. Let me know if you'd like to discuss more. Here's the link to our 2019 impact report: https://thebristolbikeproject.org/2020/05/07/proudly-presenting-our-latest-… All the best, Mildred 21 Sep 2020 21:04:06 thethinktank-request(a)lists.bikecollectives.org: > 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: Build a bike program design? (Dennis Wollersheim) > > _______________________________________________ > Thethinktank mailing list > Thethinktank(a)lists.bikecollectives.org > http://lists.bikecollectives.org/listinfo.cgi/thethinktank-bikecollectives.… >

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Build a bike program design?
by Dennis Wollersheim 20 Sep '20

20 Sep '20

Hi All Does anyone have any grant application docs / program reports / documentation from their build-a-bike programs? We have some post-covid grants coming out trying to promote physical activity and social engagement among young people, it seems like build-a-bike would fit the bill. Thanks Dennis Secretary, The Bike Shed Melbourne Australia -- -- ------------------------------------------- Dennis Wollersheim -------------------------------------------

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Emergency preparedness bike
by Sunny Nestler 15 Sep '20

15 Sep '20

Hey friends! I recall a workshop presented by a shop in CDMX on an emergency prep bike that was offering earthquake support. Does this sound familiar to anyone? Is there any documentation or someone who can remind me of the details? Don't want to reinvent the wheel ha ha Thank you, Sunny *Sunny Nestler*, *Programs Manager* AMS Bike Co-op + Bike Kitchen University of British Columbia 604-822-2453 | thebikekitchen.ca <http://thebikekitchen.ca>| @BikeKitchenUBC

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Boise Bicycle Project is hiring!
by Emily Summerhays 08 Sep '20

08 Sep '20

Boise Bicycle Project is hiring for the following positions: -DIY Bike Shop Mechanics -Youth Programs Coordinator Job descriptions and instructions to apply: https://www.boisebicycleproject.org/careers Cheers! -- Emily Thompson Summerhays Pronouns: She/Her/Hers (what's this? <https://www.glsen.org/sites/default/files/GLSEN%20Pronouns%20Resource.pdf>) Development Director Boise Bicycle Project 1027 S. Lusk Street Boise, Idaho 83706 208.429.6520 boisebicycleproject.org Shoshone-Bannock Traditional Lands <https://native-land.ca/>

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bike coop start-up Re: Thethinktank Digest, Vol 168, Issue 2
by Robert Rands 05 Sep '20

05 Sep '20

I would make sure that there is good support available (as it is a cooperative). ~Robert Rands, SoPo Bike Co-op Reynoldstown (Atlanta) On Saturday, September 5, 2020, 08:03:58 PM UTC, <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: Thethinktank Digest, Vol 168, Issue 1 (Lawrence Mohammed) 2. Starting a bike coop in the Philippines (John Klock) ---------------------------------------------------------------------- Message: 1 Date: Sat, 5 Sep 2020 01:04:15 +0100 From: Lawrence Mohammed <law(a)probikeservice.co.uk> To: thethinktank(a)lists.bikecollectives.org Subject: Re: [TheThinkTank] Thethinktank Digest, Vol 168, Issue 1 Message-ID: <00a13f28-62ad-29d4-1dd0-50701cc224c8(a)probikeservice.co.uk> Content-Type: text/plain; charset="windows-1252"; Format="flowed" Would love to see that too Ainsley!? Sounds a brilliant resource! In service, *Lawrence Mohammed* CEO and Founder Pro Bike Service C.I.C. *+44 (0)77 222 58587* *probikeservice.co.uk <https://probikeservice.co.uk>* /::Olympic Park Site:: Pro Bike Service C.I.C. Multi-Storey Car Park, Lesney Avenue Queen Elizabeth Olympic Park London E20 3BS *map location <https://what3words.com/upset.habit.funds>* / On 04/09/2020 21:03, 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: Remote Learning in the Age of Coronavirus (Anthony Thomson) > > _______________________________________________ > Thethinktank mailing list > Thethinktank(a)lists.bikecollectives.org > http://lists.bikecollectives.org/listinfo.cgi/thethinktank-bikecollectives.…

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Re: [TheThinkTank] Thethinktank Digest, Vol 168, Issue 2
by champoy 05 Sep '20

05 Sep '20

unsubscribe please On Sat, Sep 5, 2020 at 1:22 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: Thethinktank Digest, Vol 168, Issue 1 (Lawrence Mohammed) > 2. Starting a bike coop in the Philippines (John Klock) > > > ---------------------------------------------------------------------- > > Message: 1 > Date: Sat, 5 Sep 2020 01:04:15 +0100 > From: Lawrence Mohammed <law(a)probikeservice.co.uk> > To: thethinktank(a)lists.bikecollectives.org > Subject: Re: [TheThinkTank] Thethinktank Digest, Vol 168, Issue 1 > Message-ID: > <00a13f28-62ad-29d4-1dd0-50701cc224c8(a)probikeservice.co.uk> > Content-Type: text/plain; charset="windows-1252"; Format="flowed" > > Would love to see that too Ainsley!? Sounds a brilliant resource! > > > In service, > > *Lawrence Mohammed* > CEO and Founder > Pro Bike Service C.I.C. > *+44 (0)77 222 58587* > *probikeservice.co.uk <https://probikeservice.co.uk>* > > /::Olympic Park Site:: > Pro Bike Service C.I.C. > Multi-Storey Car Park, Lesney Avenue > Queen Elizabeth Olympic Park > London E20 3BS > *map location <https://what3words.com/upset.habit.funds>* > > / > On 04/09/2020 21:03, 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: Remote Learning in the Age of Coronavirus (Anthony Thomson) > > > > _______________________________________________ > > Thethinktank mailing list > > Thethinktank(a)lists.bikecollectives.org > > > http://lists.bikecollectives.org/listinfo.cgi/thethinktank-bikecollectives.… >

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Re: [TheThinkTank] Thethinktank Digest, Vol 168, Issue 1
by Lawrence Mohammed 04 Sep '20

04 Sep '20

Would love to see that too Ainsley! Sounds a brilliant resource! In service, *Lawrence Mohammed* CEO and Founder Pro Bike Service C.I.C. *+44 (0)77 222 58587* *probikeservice.co.uk <https://probikeservice.co.uk>* /::Olympic Park Site:: Pro Bike Service C.I.C. Multi-Storey Car Park, Lesney Avenue Queen Elizabeth Olympic Park London E20 3BS *map location <https://what3words.com/upset.habit.funds>* / On 04/09/2020 21:03, 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: Remote Learning in the Age of Coronavirus (Anthony Thomson) > > _______________________________________________ > Thethinktank mailing list > Thethinktank(a)lists.bikecollectives.org > http://lists.bikecollectives.org/listinfo.cgi/thethinktank-bikecollectives.…

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Remote Learning in the Age of Coronavirus
by Wade Rubinstein 04 Sep '20

04 Sep '20

Hi. I run an in school Earn-A-Bike and open workshop program in Lowell, Massachusetts. All schools in Massachusetts, including the Lowell Public Schools, are closed for the remainder of the school year. Schools are moving to remote learning plans. How to adapt? What are your suggestions on creating remote learning programs and activities that engage students in cycling during the summer months (and possibly during the next school year)? Some students have access to bikes. Some do not. For students that do have bikes, many of their bikes are in disrepair. I'm sitting on a sizable inventory of donated bicycles that need refurbishment. Most students have access to a SmartPhone and/or other digital device (laptop, Chromebook, tablet). Many thanks for your input. Wade The Bike Connector Lowell, Massachusetts

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Video of an endo
by David Coppley 31 Aug '20

31 Aug '20

Hey bike folks, I'm working adapting our bike ed course to a remote learning format, and want to tap into the thinktank hive-mind. Does anyone have a link to a good video of someone crashing via and 'endo'? Ideally it would be shot from the side, have clear footage, and not to gruesome (though I can edit knarly bits out). I'm looking for something to accompany an explanation of inertia, and act as an intro to an emergency braking lesson. Thanks in advance for any leads, David David Coppley Walk n' Roll Program Assistant Intercity Transit 360-705-5817 (office) 360-701-8379 (cell) PO Box 659 Olympia, WA 98501 dcoppley(a)intercitytransit.com<mailto:dcoppley@intercitytransit.com> Follow us on Facebook<https://www.facebook.com/WalkNRollIT/> & Instagram<https://www.instagram.com/walknrollit/> [WalkNRoll_HZ_RGB]

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Re: [TheThinkTank] Thethinktank Digest, Vol 167, Issue 16
by Lawrence Mohammed 29 Aug '20

29 Aug '20

here's what we do with our most common cranksets and chainsets - cable tying both cranks together always advisable also have an overflow storage area at the rear of the workshop with cranksets, chainsets and odd single crankarms (ideally we'd like more 'shop floor' storage but space too limited under our workbench storage area) Warmest regards, *Lawrence Mohammed* Director & Head Mechanic Pro Bike Service C.I.C. *+44 (0)77 222 58587* *probikeservice.co.uk <https://probikeservice.co.uk>* /[Location, NOT delivery address] Pro Bike Service C.I.C. Multi-Storey Car Park Lesney Avenue Olympic Park London E20 3BS *map location <https://what3words.com/upset.habit.funds>* / On 28/08/2020 21:03, 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. Storing/Displaying Cranksets (Nicole Muratore) > > _______________________________________________ > Thethinktank mailing list > Thethinktank(a)lists.bikecollectives.org > http://lists.bikecollectives.org/listinfo.cgi/thethinktank-bikecollectives.…

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Re: [TheThinkTank] Thethinktank Digest, Vol 167, Issue 16
by Nina Schaeffer 28 Aug '20

28 Aug '20

Hi Nicole! Our shop manager is also a welder and made the one seen in the attached photos. The wheels rotate for optimal browsing. If you have a welder handy we highly recommend it! On Fri, Aug 28, 2020, 2:04 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. Storing/Displaying Cranksets (Nicole Muratore) > > > > ---------- Forwarded message ---------- > From: Nicole Muratore <nicole(a)bikesaviours.org> > To: thethinktank(a)lists.bikecollectives.org > Cc: > Bcc: > Date: Fri, 28 Aug 2020 11:06:27 -0700 > Subject: [TheThinkTank] Storing/Displaying Cranksets > Like I see many shops have done, we're taking some much needed time to > rethink things that weren't working in our shop while we're closed to the > public. Arizona's Covid-19 numbers aren't quite what we need them to be to > reopen safely. > > So....cranksets!? We've gone back and forth between pegboard and milkcrate > storage. I would love to hear other suggestions for storing these > unwieldy beasts! Maybe even some photos? > > Please and thank you! > > Cheers, > Nicole Muratore, Shop Manager > Bike Saviours Bicycle Collective > (602) 429-9369 > _______________________________________________ > Thethinktank mailing list > Thethinktank(a)lists.bikecollectives.org > > http://lists.bikecollectives.org/listinfo.cgi/thethinktank-bikecollectives.… >

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Storing/Displaying Cranksets
by Nicole Muratore 28 Aug '20

28 Aug '20

Like I see many shops have done, we're taking some much needed time to rethink things that weren't working in our shop while we're closed to the public. Arizona's Covid-19 numbers aren't quite what we need them to be to reopen safely. So....cranksets!? We've gone back and forth between pegboard and milkcrate storage. I would love to hear other suggestions for storing these unwieldy beasts! Maybe even some photos? Please and thank you! Cheers, Nicole Muratore, Shop Manager Bike Saviours Bicycle Collective (602) 429-9369

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Programs / classes
by peter＠BikeClarkCounty.org 25 Aug '20

25 Aug '20

I thought I’d inquire to see if anyone is gearing up to run bike-related programs/classes this fall? If so, via online or in-person? Our nonprofit is considering our high school class program (Bike2Leadership) in some modified capacity TBD. Any recommendations and/or resources is always appreciated. Thanks! Peter. Peter Van Tilburg Executive Director, Board VP Bike Clark County Community Bike Shop: 1604 Main St., Vancouver, WA. 98660 Wed-Sat 11am-6pm, Sunday 11am-4pm c. 503.572.9894 peter(a)bikeclarkcounty.org http://www.linkedin.com/in/petervantilburg http://www.bikeclarkcounty.org/ <http://www.bikeclarkcounty.org/> www.bikeclarkcounty.org Bike Clark County is equipping, empowering, and connecting youth to our community.

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Recalls : Re: Thethinktank Digest, Vol 167, Issue 14
by Robert Rands 25 Aug '20

25 Aug '20

Bicycle Retailer website lists recalls regularly. https://www.bicycleretailer.com/search/node/recalls ~Robert Rands, SoPo Bicycle Cooperative Reynoldstown (Atlanta), Georgia On Tuesday, August 25, 2020, 08:03:57 PM UTC, <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: recalled bikes and components (Peaches) 2. Re: Thethinktank Digest, Vol 167, Issue 13 (Lawrence Mohammed) 3. Programs / classes (peter(a)BikeClarkCounty.org) ---------------------------------------------------------------------- Message: 1 Date: Mon, 24 Aug 2020 19:08:54 -0400 From: Peaches <steve(a)compersia.community> To: The Think Tank <thethinktank(a)lists.bikecollectives.org> Subject: Re: [TheThinkTank] recalled bikes and components Message-ID: <CALiMTd6J9DG2B-JCLuNXFwaNjqt-fjZ0Ls255FD3Fbr-omTNOQ(a)mail.gmail.com> Content-Type: text/plain; charset="utf-8" Thanks for sharing that. I looked through the listings. It's a lot of stuff and most affect very small numbers of actual products. Which makes it's very difficult to incorporate it watching for the recalls as a standard practice. Has anyone put together a list of the most relevant recalls to watch out for? Thanks! - Peaches/Steve they/them/their On Wed, Aug 5, 2020 at 2:39 AM Andrew Yee <andrew(a)bikex.org> wrote: > Kevin, > > Thanks! > > I actually subscribed to alerts <https://www.cpsc.gov/Newsroom/Subscribe> > years ago for recalls related to sports/outdoors from the CSPC, but current > recalls rarely impact the older bicycles we tend to > receive/fix/donate/sell. Thankfully the site has a deep archive. > > My curiosity is to learn how other orgs distribute knowledge and implement > checks for such recalls, if any do. I think printing/posting a few in a > shop can be helpful, but once it becomes more than a handful, I think a > pile will be ignored. We have only a few people who do final QC checks on > our bikes, and so they've been my first priority to inform. > > -A > > > > On Tuesday, August 4, 2020, 10:13:20 PM PDT, Kevin Dwyer < > kevidwyer(a)gmail.com> wrote: > > > Hi All- > > This is a great question. The CSPC has a website with a surprisingly > in-depth list of bicycle recalls. Search results are downloadable in CSV > format. https://www.cpsc.gov/Recalls However, search results, especially > for older bicycle products are somewhat incomplete when searched with only > the term "bicycle" (does not yield the Scott fork in the database). > > In answer to your question, perhaps printing and posting the merged, > abridged and updated list for mechanics to reference periodically? > Alternatively, a mechanic or other staff could review the bikes in batches > to ensure that they and their parts are not listed? Maybe both are good > ideas with a special emphasis on recalls due to safety and which pose a > grave danger (identified via highlighting?). > > Thanks to everyone for their great work! > > > > On Tue, Aug 4, 2020 at 10:52 PM Andrew Yee <andrew(a)bikex.org> wrote: > > How often do you all check for recalled items on the old bikes? > > Been seeing these recalled Shimano cranks show up on bikes we've taken in > recently: > https://www.facebook.com/bikex.org/posts/1425107737695385 > > Since finding 3 pairs in two months, I printed the recall notice images > and put them in the shop to help others find them. Thankfully Shimano is > still replacing them. > > I also have been looking out for recalled Suntour forks > <https://www.cpsc.gov/Recalls/2014/scott-trek-recall-bicycles-with-sr-suntou…>, > but haven't seen one yet. > > What else do you guys check for? Do you see anything often? How do you > educate staff/volunteers on such recalls? > > Thanks, > A > > -- > Andrew Yee > General Manager > Silicon Valley Bicycle Exchange <https://bikex.org> | IG > <https://www.instagram.com/bicycle.exchange/> | FB > <https://www.facebook.com/bikex.org/> > View our used bikes for sale here <https://svbikex.square.site/s/shop> > ____________________________________ > > The ThinkTank mailing List > > Unsubscribe from this list here: > http://lists.bikecollectives.org/options.cgi/thethinktank-bikecollectives.o… > > > > -- > Kevin Dwyer > > ____________________________________ > > The ThinkTank mailing List > > Unsubscribe from this list here: > http://lists.bikecollectives.org/options.cgi/thethinktank-bikecollectives.o… > > ____________________________________ > > The ThinkTank mailing List > > Unsubscribe from this list here: > http://lists.bikecollectives.org/options.cgi/thethinktank-bikecollectives.o… > >

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Re: [TheThinkTank] Thethinktank Digest, Vol 167, Issue 13
by Lawrence Mohammed 25 Aug '20

25 Aug '20

That which has value is valuable, though resources and availability to pay differs, especially in times of great uncertainty and instability. What would be useful would be transparency of the costs involved, knowledge that everything created and built is, and stays within, the public domain for public benefit (if that's the intention?), a sliding scale from $0-?? providing inclusive access and/or if consultancy work is to be garnered off the back of this, that organisations should perhaps be paid rather than pay for attendance - with funding for costs found from the facilitator as this would effectively be R&D for his private consultancy business. Doesn't sound like this is the intention but there did seem to be a lack of transparency, perhaps due to brevity and time pressure/focus in delivery to organisations asap. I think the concept is great, value high and work much needed. Pre-workshop, I would also solicit and include research that organisations are already doing from attendance of business, governmental and educational workshops, webinars, events etc + any personal study and research to build a resource base for trends and info on social, political, economic and technological driving forces that is and stays within the public domain for access of all groups and organisations. I think I sent you through some of this Robert when you emailed me? Why we work within a gift economy, why everything is open source, why we're moving to zero waste etc... If not, pm me with what you feel would be most useful and I'll share resources I've garnered that may be helpful to the workshop group. Building something virtual here in the UK for similar ends, but as ever, also 1000 other things demanding time/resource priority, especially atm. What informed and continues to inform in my work within Active Mobilty and life in general is where we need to head as a global society, of one human race, who share one planet and are tasked with stewardship of it, each other, and all sentient life.... challenging the prevailing narrative of ownership and extraction. Quite simply, we need to move from a scarcity mindset to one of abundance, we need to dismantle private profit at public risk/expense and practially rewrite many of our stories that are not in alignment with a heart-centred life....the head has had too much focus over the last 200yrs and it's too out of balance! In my humble opinion, worth reading/studying around social, political, economic and technological driving forces include: Nipun Mehta Charles Eisentein John Elkington Kate Raworth Ann Pettifor Gene Sharp Nicholas Shaxon Naomi Klein Ray Kurzweil (to challenge as well as inform) Serge Beddington-Behrens The Dalai Lama Hope Friday's workshop goes well for all those attending! Warmest regards, *Lawrence Mohammed* Director & Head Mechanic Pro Bike Service C.I.C. *+44 (0)77 222 58587* *probikeservice.co.uk <https://probikeservice.co.uk>* /[Location, NOT delivery address] Pro Bike Service C.I.C. Multi-Storey Car Park Lesney Avenue Olympic Park London E20 3BS *map location <https://what3words.com/upset.habit.funds>* / On 21/08/2020 21:03, 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: Future-Proofing Your Shop's Operational Plans Workshop > (Robert Grossman) > > _______________________________________________ > Thethinktank mailing list > Thethinktank(a)lists.bikecollectives.org > http://lists.bikecollectives.org/listinfo.cgi/thethinktank-bikecollectives.…

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recalled bikes and components
by Andrew Yee 24 Aug '20

24 Aug '20

How often do you all check for recalled items on the old bikes? Been seeing these recalled Shimano cranks show up on bikes we've taken in recently: https://www.facebook.com/bikex.org/posts/1425107737695385 Since finding 3 pairs in two months, I printed the recall notice images and put them in the shop to help others find them. Thankfully Shimano is still replacing them. I also have been looking out for recalled Suntour forks <https://www.cpsc.gov/Recalls/2014/scott-trek-recall-bicycles-with-sr-suntou…>, but haven't seen one yet. What else do you guys check for? Do you see anything often? How do you educate staff/volunteers on such recalls? Thanks, A -- Andrew Yee General Manager Silicon Valley Bicycle Exchange <https://bikex.org> | IG <https://www.instagram.com/bicycle.exchange/> | FB <https://www.facebook.com/bikex.org/> View our used bikes for sale here <https://svbikex.square.site/s/shop>

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Future-Proofing Your Shop's Operational Plans Workshop
by Robert Grossman 20 Aug '20

20 Aug '20

Hello Thinktank, Is your shop's plan for how to continue operating considering different futures? Would you like to work with other shops to determine what the future may look like? Join us for a two-hour collaborative workshop to help future-proof your shop's operational plans. When: Friday, August 28, 2020 Time: 11am - 1pm CST Cost $30 *If your shop would like to attend but cannot afford to due to finances and the current state of the world then email me directly and we can work something out. Click the link below to sign-up. https://www.eventbrite.com/e/future-proofing-your-shops-ideas-for-how-to-op… In this workshop, you will come together with other community bicycle workshops to put together four possible future scenarios to better inform your ideas of how your business model needs to shift. Working around the issue of how to continue to effectively operate and provide services to the community, we will break off into small groups to identify social, political, economic, and technological driving forces. From there we will determine which of these are stable and which are uncertain. The most important of these will be used as we describe what four possible futures may look like. Each of you will then consider how your organization’s plans for continuing to provide services to your communities will need to adjust to meet these futures and what potential unintended consequences may arise. It’s important to note that the future will not be one of these, but more likely a blend of aspects from each. This workshop will require participation. There will be no other applications involved beyond Zoom and a note-taking app of your choice (Notes, Word, Google Docs, etc.) Excited to see you all there! -- Robert Grossman www.robertgrossmandesign.com https://twitter.com/rgrossmandesign https://www.linkedin.com/in/robertgrossman7 <https://www.linkedin.com/in/rgrossman7> https://www.flickr.com/photos/robkeebler/albums

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Conflict due to COVID
by Aaron Shaw 14 Aug '20

14 Aug '20

Hey all, My name is Aaron. I volunteer at the Davis Bike Church in Davis, CA. I was wondering if there are any other collectives experiencing intensely conflicting views on how to respond to the pandemic. I am looking for suggestions on how to present a safe new operating model so that those who are more at risk can agree to the shop being open (in some capacity). My experience is that there is a spectrum of approaches to operating under COVID and it is difficult to find a middle ground where a consensus can be made among collective members. It’s true, people’s lives are at risk. But also there are needs in the community that can outweigh the risk associated with (safe) operation. It just depends on how you look at it. The stakes are definitely high and it is a touchy, if not politicized topic. I would love to hear other people’s experiences, and if they are stuck like us or if they have figured out a new operating model that works for them. Also interested to hear about what it took, from a people/core member perspective, to get to the other side of the COVID lockdown. Thanks a ton. Aaron

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Ghost Bike in Vancouver - looking for help
by Gabrielle Anctil 10 Aug '20

10 Aug '20

TW - Death . . . . Hello, My boyfriend's best friend was just killed as she was starting a bike trip across the country. I'd like to get in touch with people who could help in setting up a ghost bike for her. More info: https://bc.ctvnews.ca/cyclist-killed-in-maple-ridge-was-beginning-cross-cou… Thank you in advance <3 Gabrielle -- Gabrielle Anctil +1 514 746-0054 @_ganctil

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Bike Shop patch trade
by BikeConcord 09 Aug '20

09 Aug '20

I am interested in trading patches.

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How to order low priced bike supplies through a distributor?
by Leslie Fisher 07 Aug '20

07 Aug '20

Hi, I volunteer with Bikes del Pueblo, a volunteer-run non-profit bike collective in San Diego, CA. We teach bike mechanics and offer very low priced, free, or donation based used bikes and parts. We want to find a bike supply distributor (such as JBI, QBP, etc) to work with to start ordering bike supplies, tubes, and parts at their wholesale prices. I've been finding that these companies ask for an application to be completed first with required documents like a state sales tax certificate, license for selling and repairing bikes, and other stuff that bike shops would have but we don't have any of. We have insurance, 501c3 non-profit status, and a space to operate out of, but don't do sales tax, don't have licenses, and don't have a formal sales floor vs repair areas. Would other bike coops/collectives have recommendations of wholesale bike distributors to get in touch with for ordering that would accept collectives like ours without needing to be a standard style bike shop or have all those official documents? Thank you! Leslie

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Developing a Better Sense of the Future
by Robert Grossman 06 Aug '20

06 Aug '20

Hello Everyone, If you were to look into the future to develop a solution to a current challenge, what would that challenge be? One that stood out from the Safe and Effective Operations Workshop is around the capacity to provide services where shops are facing an increased need from communities while facing internal challenges to be able to safely help. In other words - An inaccessible resource is not a resource. I understand that there are some serious social issues around equity and diversity that may be more important to be addressed. What does your shop's team find to be the most pressing long term challenge at the moment? -- Robert Grossman www.robertgrossmandesign.com https://twitter.com/rgrossmandesign https://www.linkedin.com/in/robertgrossman7 <https://www.linkedin.com/in/rgrossman7> https://www.flickr.com/photos/robkeebler/albums

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Re: [TheThinkTank] Thethinktank Digest, Vol 165, Issue 12
by Lawrence Mohammed 06 Aug '20

06 Aug '20

Here's what we use Amanda; 'Bike Health Check' - 30min 'Dr Bike-type' services at popups we run 'Full Service' - std servicing form within the workshop Warmest regards, *Lawrence Mohammed* Director & Head Mechanic Pro Bike Service C.I.C. *+44 (0)77 222 58587* *probikeservice.co.uk <https://probikeservice.co.uk>* *facebook.com/probikeservice <https://www.facebook.com/professionalbikeservice>* /[Location, NOT delivery address] Pro Bike Service C.I.C. Multi-Storey Car Park Lesney Avenue Olympic Park London E20 3BS *map location <https://what3words.com/upset.habit.funds>* / On 16/06/2020 21:03, 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. Service Tickets and Bike Tags (Amanda Chilson) > > _______________________________________________ > Thethinktank mailing list > Thethinktank(a)lists.bikecollectives.org > http://lists.bikecollectives.org/listinfo.cgi/thethinktank-bikecollectives.…

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Re: [TheThinkTank] Thethinktank Digest, Vol 167, Issue 2
by Lawrence Mohammed 04 Aug '20

04 Aug '20

Brilliant question Robert! The main solution I've been developing for the last 4 years is an open source business model based on stewardship rather than ownership and extraction, which I believe is fundamental to cocreating a regenerative, truly sustainable planet. In the first instance, I'm doing this within the realm of active mobility. Having started in the corporate sector and volunteered and worked for a number of charities, as well as running my own businesses in diverse fields, it's clear that the pubic/private/3rd sector organisations all leave something to be desired. This, along with the prevailing current debt-based economic system in the version of capitalism most of us dwell within, has and continues to fail humanity and sentient life, with externalised costs, the demand for perpetual growth within a finite system and missing the value of so many things that are essentially priceless. Rebuilding local, national and global economies and business models based around stewardship and empowering sovereign beings to live their full potential I believe are the most pressing needs of our time. Warmest regards, *Lawrence Mohammed* Director & Head Mechanic Pro Bike Service C.I.C. *+44 (0)77 222 58587* *probikeservice.co.uk <https://probikeservice.co.uk>* /[Location, NOT delivery address] Pro Bike Service C.I.C. Multi-Storey Car Park Lesney Avenue Olympic Park London E20 3BS Google Plus Code: GXXG+72 Hackney Wick, London *map location <https://what3words.com/upset.habit.funds>* / On 03/08/2020 21:04, 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. Developing a Better Sense of the Future (Robert Grossman) > > _______________________________________________ > Thethinktank mailing list > Thethinktank(a)lists.bikecollectives.org > http://lists.bikecollectives.org/listinfo.cgi/thethinktank-bikecollectives.…

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Job Posting- BICAS in Tucson
by BICAS Education 03 Aug '20

03 Aug '20

We have a couple job openings at BICAS in Tucson! Cheers, Kristin BICAS is Hiring!Positions currently open: WTF Coordinator- A collective member position responsible for coordinating the BICAS Women, Trans*, Femme programing to create a safe, accessible, and inclusive WTF space for the community. WTF Coordinator Job Description <https://bicas.org/wp-content/uploads/2020/07/WTF-Coordinator-Job-Descriptio…> IT Coordinator - A collective member position responsible for configuration and maintenance of computer and communication systems. <https://bicas.org/wp-content/uploads/2020/06/HR-Coordinator-2020.docx.pdf>IT Coordinator Job Description <https://bicas.org/wp-content/uploads/2020/06/IT-Coordinator-Job-Description…> HR Coordinator - A collective member position responsible for facilitating hiring, monitoring training, peer work performance evaluation coordination, processing and facilitating employee accountability. HR Coordinator Job Description <https://bicas.org/wp-content/uploads/2020/06/HR-Coordinator-2020.docx.pdf> To apply: Please complete our online application. <https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSez1cB3IcXeXhGVVEihQMVDFIWrLeCBNTS…> You will be required to upload a pdf, doc, or docx of both your cover letter and resume in order to be considered. Applications (cover letter and resume) can be delivered in person during BICAS open hours Wednesday-Saturday, 10 AM to 2 PM. 2001 N 7th Ave. Rolling deadline, open until filled. Please check your submission carefully before sending; incomplete applications will not be considered. Summary for all positions: The ideal candidate will be passionate about the bicycle as a sustainable, equitable, and healthy form of transportation. BICAS staff frequently work with youth, houseless, refugee, immigrant, and low-income populations. Experience working with these populations in any capacity is a plus, as is being multilingual. We encourage those who can work our WTF (Women, Transgender, Femme) workshop on Mondays <https://bicas.org/women-trans-femme/> to apply. Bicycle mechanical knowledge is not required but is desired. The ability to teach in a patient, compassionate, and hands-off manner is necessary. Some evening and weekend availability is expected, as well as some work outside the shop, for example: administrative tasks, outreach events, teaching classes, etc. Please note that working at BICAS is much more than a mechanics position; the ideal candidate will be excited to participate fully in the communal governance of a small non-profit organization and be committed to the Tucson community. Please read the entire job description link before applying. Note that is NOT just a "normal" bike shop job! For further questions please contact us at hiring(a)bicas.org.

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Job Posting - Bike Kitchen Programs Manager F/T
by Sunny Nestler 31 Jul '20

31 Jul '20

Hey friends, Here is a job posting in Vancouver BC (sadly we are not able to provide work visas). Feel free to email me off list if you want to ask questions privately. Looking forward to passing the mic 🌱 x Sunny *Sunny Nestler*, *Programs Manager* AMS Bike Co-op + Bike Kitchen University of British Columbia 604-822-2453 | thebikekitchen.ca <http://thebikekitchen.ca>| @BikeKitchenUBC

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Re: [TheThinkTank] Thethinktank Digest, Vol 166, Issue 14
by Heather Nugen 28 Jul '20

28 Jul '20

Check out Miyagi it’s what PBMA uses to do their level 1 certifications. On Tue, Jul 28, 2020 at 4:42 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. Leads for online quiz platform? (David Coppley) > > > > ---------- Forwarded message ---------- > From: David Coppley <DCoppley(a)intercitytransit.com> > To: "thethinktank(a)lists.bikecollectives.org" < > thethinktank(a)lists.bikecollectives.org> > Cc: > Bcc: > Date: Tue, 28 Jul 2020 19:35:55 +0000 > Subject: [TheThinkTank] Leads for online quiz platform? > > Greetings bike folks, > > > > I’m reaching out to informal educators, seeking leads for an online quiz > platform. I manage a bike education class, and am looking to reformat to a > remote-learning model. If you have had positive experience with any online > platforms for quizzes, I’d love to hear about it. > > > > Features that help: > > · Can host videos and quizzes on the same platform. > > · Has a reporting tool so admin can see quiz results. > > · Can randomize questions from a large set. > > · Can be free or paid format. > > > > Thanks for your help, > > David > > > > > > David Coppley > > Walk n’ Roll Program Assistant > > Intercity Transit > > 360-705-5817 (office) > > 360-701-8379 (cell) > > PO Box 659 Olympia, WA 98501 > > dcoppley(a)intercitytransit.com > > Follow us on Facebook <https://www.facebook.com/WalkNRollIT/> & Instagram > <https://www.instagram.com/walknrollit/> > > > > [image: WalkNRoll_HZ_RGB] > > > _______________________________________________ > Thethinktank mailing list > Thethinktank(a)lists.bikecollectives.org > > http://lists.bikecollectives.org/listinfo.cgi/thethinktank-bikecollectives.… > -- Heather Nugen She/Her 313-848-2102 University of Detroit Mercy, Class of 2019 Master of Community Development <http://architecture.udmercy.edu/programs/mcd>

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Leads for online quiz platform?
by David Coppley 28 Jul '20

28 Jul '20

Greetings bike folks, I'm reaching out to informal educators, seeking leads for an online quiz platform. I manage a bike education class, and am looking to reformat to a remote-learning model. If you have had positive experience with any online platforms for quizzes, I'd love to hear about it. Features that help: * Can host videos and quizzes on the same platform. * Has a reporting tool so admin can see quiz results. * Can randomize questions from a large set. * Can be free or paid format. Thanks for your help, David David Coppley Walk n' Roll Program Assistant Intercity Transit 360-705-5817 (office) 360-701-8379 (cell) PO Box 659 Olympia, WA 98501 dcoppley(a)intercitytransit.com<mailto:dcoppley@intercitytransit.com> Follow us on Facebook<https://www.facebook.com/WalkNRollIT/> & Instagram<https://www.instagram.com/walknrollit/> [WalkNRoll_HZ_RGB]

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More Results From the Safe and Effective Shop Operations Workshop
by Robert Grossman 24 Jul '20

24 Jul '20

Hi Everyone, Here are some of the possible solutions that were put together by participants during the Safe and Effective Shop Operations Workshop. Thank you for your patience with me getting these out while I finish my last Masters class. These are based around the three categories of Volunteer Management, Capacity for Providing Services, and Safe operations. It considers what services can be offered, the activities involved, and the cultural context. *VOLUNTEER MANAGEMENT* - *More emails for volunteers * - Separate from full list - *Sending home bikes for repair with experienced volunteers* - Distributive model: have "certified" volunteers who can do some repairs/ bike distribution in their neighborhoods - Being okay doing less, but with more effort - Different volunteers have different comfort/saftey levels. Making sure the most vulnerable/concerned are protected - Tool Library - *Assigned Contributions* - People used to be able to choose where they wanted to contribute but choices are limited due to health/safety and various concerns/needs around what health and safety is *ORGANIZATIONAL CAPACITY FOR DELIVERING SERVICES* - *Fixing bikes for people without fees* (fundraiser helped) - No more than three mechanics opposed to 8. Fourth person is the greeter or bouncer. - Limited advertising for fear of being overwhelmed - *Come back to mission statement for guidance or to pivot* - *Online live classes* - Focus on certain aspects of bike such as derailleur adjustment, etc. - Alternative to Zoom: Jitsi <- open source, Google Meet (These all have call-in function with regular phone) - Online is easy for people with means to reliable internet and smartphones / computer - *"Zoom Shift" * - Open q&a time for community members - Podcast has a lower barrier to access than Zoom? - concerns about equity - some ppl have more access and understanding of online tools than others *SAFE SHOP OPERATIONS* - *Offering pay-for-service repairs rather than DIY* - With transit shut down in some places, more people are biking. - Dr & Nurses get a discounted rate. - Cleaning in evening. - Sanitizing rentals between customers. Or let them sit for a few days. - repair service can be on sliding scale - *Only key volunteers allowed in shop* - Not accepting new volunteers - *Programming changes* - Summer camp canceled or reduced People are worried about what's happening and what's going to happen in future / fall. Especially in the US. That's totally understandable. It might be best if your organization spent an hour or two building scenarios of what the future might look like to assist with planning. Here's an article talking about how to do it https://www.wired.com/1995/11/how-to-build-scenarios/. Please reach out if you have any questions. Hang in there. You've all got this. -- Robert Grossman www.robertgrossmandesign.com https://twitter.com/rgrossmandesign https://www.linkedin.com/in/robertgrossman7 <https://www.linkedin.com/in/rgrossman7> https://www.flickr.com/photos/robkeebler/albums

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How is your bike co-op supporting racial justice? // ¿Como están apoyando la justicia racial en su colectivo?
by Aida Mas Baghaie 17 Jul '20

17 Jul '20

---- Español a continuación ---- Hey buds, We've been chatting about ways to support racial justice, indigenous sovereignty & the revolution through our work at the Bike Kitchen, and we were hoping to hear about what you're all doing these days. Some questions that have come up during our conversations include: - How can bike co-ops support movements for racial justice & indigenous sovereignty in a meaningful and sustained way? - Are you fundraising/donating money, if so how and for whom? - Are you providing low barrier repair services, bikes, etc.? Are you doing this at protests/rallies/actions? If so, what COVID precautions are you taking? - How are you communicating your support? (i.e. are you reaching out directly to organizers to offer free repairs, fundraising, etc.? Are you writing statements of support?) - How are you ensuring that the work you're doing is serving these movements without becoming a burden/co-opting the movement? - Would you be interested in participating in a virtual conversation about this? Really interested to hear what everyone's been up to. Sending you all much love, support and solidarity. <3 aida ---- Español ---- Hola amigxs, Hemos estado charlando sobre formas de apoyar la justicia racial, la soberanía indígena y la revolución a través de nuestro trabajo en el Bike Kitchen, y nos gustaría saber qué están haciendo ustedes. Aquí les dejo algunas preguntas que surgieron: - ¿Cómo podemos apoyar los movimientos por la justicia racial y soberanía indígena de forma sostenida? - ¿Están recaudando fondos / donando dinero / bicicletas, etc.? ¿Para quién? - ¿Están reparando bicicletas en manifestaciones? ¿Qué precauciones está tomando en cuanto a COVID? - ¿Cómo están comunicando su apoyo? (es decir, ¿están contactando directamente a los organizadores de movimientos sociales para ofrecer bicis gratuitas, recaudación de fondos, etc.? ¿Están escribiendo declaraciones de apoyo? - ¿Cómo se aseguran de que el trabajo que están haciendo sirva a estos movimientos sin convertirse en una carga / cooptar el movimiento? - ¿Te interesaría participar en una conversación virtual sobre esto? Tengo muchas ganas de escuchar y aprender de sus experiencias. Les envío mucho amor, apoyo y solidaridad. <3 aida

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Trends and Insights from the Safe & Effective Operations Workshop
by Robert Grossman 16 Jul '20

16 Jul '20

Hello Everyone Here are some of the trends that came up around Safe Operations from the discussions held during the Safe & Effective Shop Operations Workshop held on June 12th. These came from over twenty different organizations across the United States, Canada, and Australia. This is just one part of what was discussed. Stay tuned as there are still info around Volunteer Management, Capacity for Providing Purposes to come, and more. *SAFE OPERATIONS * BUSINESS SHIFTS - Online sales & Instruction - Pricing changes - Rethinking of business models IDEAS FOR THE FUTURE - Making shops mobile PEOPLE MANAGEMENT - Utilizing appointment systems - Focusing more on the local community - Fewer people coming to the shop - Some shops need more staff to meet demand SAFETY PRACTICES - Some shops are working with health officials to build best practices - Protocols for prioritizing individual and group health - Enhanced clean-up & disinfection practices - Rethinking airflow (HVAC, fans, swamp coolers) - Personal protective equipment (gloves & masks) - Distancing - Some shops are not allowing customers inside *INSIGHTS* - Organizations are going to need an online component to stay relevant - Organizations without a clear vision to fall back are going to suffer harder - Re-opening as business-as-usual is going to lead to virus spread That's all for now. Hope everyone is healthy. All the best, -- Robert Grossman www.robertgrossmandesign.com https://twitter.com/rgrossmandesign https://www.linkedin.com/in/robertgrossman7 <https://www.linkedin.com/in/rgrossman7> https://www.flickr.com/photos/robkeebler/albums

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Capacity for Providing Services Trends & Insights from Safe Shop Operations Workshop (Robert Grossman)
by Geoffrey Smart 13 Jul '20

13 Jul '20

Hi All I was unable to join that session and appreciate you writing up the findings. I would add that we made the following observations at a recent Zoom meeting that seem to be in accord with those observations. We are experiencing less diversity in the workshop for 2 almost opposite reasons We had to exclude some people due to their refusal to take social distancing seriously. Women who are already a minority have mainly self excluded due to their perception of the risk of attending. One of our women has volunteered to reach out to volunteers who have not attended recently and encourage them to attend. We just entered partial lockdown again so this has not helped. Geoff Smart Back2Bikes <https://www.avast.com/sig-email?utm_medium=email&utm_source=link&utm_campai…> Virus-free. www.avast.com <https://www.avast.com/sig-email?utm_medium=email&utm_source=link&utm_campai…> <#DAB4FAD8-2DD7-40BB-A1B8-4E2AA1F9FDF2>

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Capacity for Providing Services Trends & Insights from Safe Shop Operations Workshop
by Robert Grossman 10 Jul '20

10 Jul '20

Hello Everyone, Here are some of the trends and insights around Capacity for Providing Services from the Safe and Effective Shop Operations Workshop. *CAPACITY FOR PROVIDING SERVICES* *Challenges* - Trend: Shops are facing an increased need from their communities while facing major internal challenges to be able to safely help - Examples: Not all volunteers have access to digital resources, airflow, and more people moving to bicycles transportation alternative - Insight: An inaccessible resource is not a resource *Tech Interventions* - Trend: Shops are moving services online - Examples: Online stores, repair videos, volunteer management Systems, and Zoom calls for repair help - Insight: Moving to digital excludes community members *Possible New Ways of Working* - Trend: Shops are being more structured about who is in the shop and when - Examples: Not allowing members with at-risk family, alternate hours shifts, limiting time spent in shop, and having customers wait outside - Trend: Shops are limiting their capacity for work to reduce transmission risk - Examples: Reduced hours, reduced amount of stations, elimination of drop-in hours - Insight: Shop staff are becoming pods Hope this can help your organizations consider how they are operating and in making decisions. Hang in there. -- Robert Grossman www.robertgrossmandesign.com https://twitter.com/rgrossmandesign https://www.linkedin.com/in/robertgrossman7 <https://www.linkedin.com/in/rgrossman7> https://www.flickr.com/photos/robkeebler/albums

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Volunteer Management Trends and Insights from the Safe Shop Operations Workshop
by Robert Grossman 08 Jul '20

08 Jul '20

Hello Everyone, Here are some more of the trends and insights around volunteer management from the Safe and Effective Shop Operations Workshop. *VOLUNTEER MANAGEMENT* *Technology Intervention* - Trend: Shops are managing volunteers through digital platforms - Examples: CSI, Mailchimp, Zoom - Insight: Technology gap will cut off key volunteers - Insight: Shops not embracing digital tools will have more work cut out for them *Challenges* - Trend: There are fewer volunteers who are comfortable coming into the shops to help - Insight: Shops who operate indoors are a health hazard to volunteers - Insight: Leadership who are doing all the communication and setting up digital tools for volunteers are not using their time effectively. *New Ways of Working* - Trend: Shops are limiting volunteers in their shops - Examples: Some shops are keeping their volunteers outdoors to guide traffic or do repairs - Insight: Social distanced volunteers inside shops are a health risk -- Robert Grossman www.robertgrossmandesign.com https://twitter.com/rgrossmandesign https://www.linkedin.com/in/robertgrossman7 <https://www.linkedin.com/in/rgrossman7> https://www.flickr.com/photos/robkeebler/albums

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Wheel sizing system?
by Katheryn L 06 Jul '20

06 Jul '20

Hi all, Katheryn from the Bike Kitchen in Windsor, Ontario here! Question for the community shop hive: does anyone have any ideas for effective and accurate systems for sizing wheels in your shop? We’ve got piles of used wheels with no markings or tires to identify them with that often get mislabelled (most commonly a 700c and 27x1 1/4 mixup) which is causing issues when we resell them. Does your shop have a sizing system that is easy to use for students or volunteers without much technical knowledge to size and sort wheels with? Pictures would be appreciated if you’ve got a physical setup. Thanks in advance! Katheryn Loewen Program Director and Lead Mechanic The Bike Kitchen

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PT Volunteer Coordinator in Portland, OR
by Angel York 06 Jul '20

06 Jul '20

The North Portland Tool Library is hiring a part-time volunteer coordinator. Job description and application at: http://northportlandtoollibrary.org/wp-content/uploads/2020/07/Volunteer-Co…

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Re: [TheThinkTank] Thethinktank Digest, Vol 166, Issue 2
by Lawrence Mohammed 02 Jul '20

02 Jul '20

Blimey Josh...not in the US but what has been going on there, triggered by George Floyd's death, has lit a fuse around the world and (thankfully) we're seeing a lot of structural injustices being highlighted and examined right now. re: "the Mechanical Gardens' visible support for and engagement with the BLM movement makes us unappealing to insurers. Carriers consider BLM and, I quote, "the whole George Floyd thing" to be a "touchy" and "hot button issue" (these are actual quotes from brokers! wtf!) and thus our involvement makes us an unattractive risk to take on." I'm making the assumption that the Mechanical Gardens have a code of conduct or policy that states your non-negotiable values and is aligned for the greater good, community building and non-violence?...personally, I'd seek out another Insurer who shares your values...or....if you feel the EDC's values are closely aligned with your own, I'd also share the challenge with them...maybe they could recommend an Insurer or share a statement of solidarity that could act as leverage? I'd also lean into rather than away from the Insurer/s who've stated this to find out more. Insurance is all about risk after all. Aligning with all those who support racial equality and justice should be less risky, not more so. I'd frame every conversation in terms of risk and what is being done to mititgate that risk Warmest regards, *Lawrence Mohammed* Director & Head Mechanic Pro Bike Service C.I.C. *+44 (0)77 222 58587* *probikeservice.co.uk <https://probikeservice.co.uk>* *facebook.com/probikeservice <https://www.facebook.com/professionalbikeservice>* /[Location, NOT delivery address] Pro Bike Service C.I.C. Multi-Storey Car Park Lesney Avenue Olympic Park London E20 3BS *map location <https://what3words.com/upset.habit.funds>* / On 02/07/2020 21:03, thethinktank-request(a)lists.bikecollectives.org wrote: > the Mechanical Gardens' visible support for and engagement with the > BLM movement makes us unappealing to insurers. Carriers consider BLM > and, I quote, "the whole George Floyd thing" to be a "touchy" and "hot > button issue" (these are actual quotes from brokers! wtf!) and thus > our involvement makes us an unattractive risk to take on.

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Insurance Woes, Continued!
by Josh Bisker 01 Jul '20

01 Jul '20

I mentioned an insurance conundrum a couple weeks ago, and it hasn't worked itself out; now I'm at the "calling all ships" stage -- please give a gander below. *Also a new turn in the story: structural racism!* Brokers have told us that getting a new insurance policy in NYC is especially hard right now, not only because of COVID, but also because of all the Black Lives Matter activity here. They said told that the Mechanical Gardens' visible support for and engagement with the BLM movement makes us unappealing to insurers. Carriers consider BLM and, I quote, "the whole George Floyd thing" to be a "touchy" and "hot button issue" (these are actual quotes from brokers! wtf!) and thus our involvement makes us an unattractive risk to take on. In other words, our denial from the insurance industry is a manifestation of systemic, structural racism, and it's erecting an unjust barrier to bike equity. *The short story:* We're on the threshold of a deal for space with a powerful city agency, the EDC, but we can't proceed b/c we don't have insurance. And we can't get insurance b/d we're in NYC and seem like a risk. *The solution we're seeking right now* is for another organization to add the Mechanical Gardens as an "additional named insured" to their current general commercial liability insurance policy; in that capacity, we would be able to add the EDC as a temporary insured party for the two-week pilot we're trying with them. An alternative: for an organization to just temporarily add both the Mechanical Gardens and the EDC to their policy in the manner the EDC stipulates in their contract for the duration of this 2wk program. If your coverage goes up, we'd pay the difference. *SO: *Any ideas, and/or any takers? *The longer story: *Right now the Mechanical Gardens has hit a wall, right at the threshold of an amazing opportunity. We've been negotiating with the New York City Economic Development Corporation, a hugely powerful quasi-public agency in NYC, for space to stage this <https://www.awesomefoundation.org/en/projects/145159-mechanical-gardens-bik…>. The EDC is offering us space to pilot the program: two weeks to train volunteers to build 50 bikes (donated new from Kent), that the EDC will then send to hospital workers at at the front lines of COVID-19. For this pilot, we're hiring a group of BIPOC LGBTQ youths from a local ride club as apprentice mechanics, teaching them basic wrenching skills that will prepare them for resilient bike industry jobs and for community resiliency actions. The program will be sensational, and address a complexity of social justice goals all at once. *But: we're in a bind.* Our nonprofit fiscal sponsor, the Alliance for Global Justice, no longer provides insurance for our operation, but the EDC needs us to have insurance, and needs to be temporarily added to the policy themselves, as stipulated in the draft agreement they sent over. We are hitting a brick wall trying to procure local coverage for ourselves. This all is time-critical, because our program with the EDC cannot go forward unless we have the ability to show them insurance and add them as a named party on the policy. Nonprofits are shying away, insurers are effectively blacklisting us, commercial shops are punting, and we're running low on options. This could be a tremendous opportunity to contribute valuably and substantively to the movement for black equity and social justice in NYC, and to further help universalize bike riding for all New Yorkers. Halp. I'm available and eager to talk about any solutions we might have: 914-500-9890 xo Josh Josh Bisker 914-500-9890 New York Mechanical Gardens Bike Co-op <http://bikecoop.nyc/> 596 Acres <http://596acres.org/> Bindlestiff Family Cirkus <http://bindlestiff.org/>

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Re: [TheThinkTank] Selling Bikes Via Online ; Thethinktank Digest, Vol 165, Issue 10
by Robert Rands 29 Jun '20

29 Jun '20

Does any one have suggestions for selling bikes online? Using eBay or another format? An ecommerce platform? Using local pickup. ~Robert Rands, SoPo Bicycle Coöperative, Reynoldstown (Atlanta) www.sopobikes.org On Saturday, June 13, 2020, 08:04:06 PM UTC, <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: If You Are Signed Up for Fridays Workshop (Kevin Dwyer) ---------------------------------------------------------------------- Message: 1 Date: Fri, 12 Jun 2020 15:05:30 -0600 From: Kevin Dwyer <kevidwyer(a)gmail.com> To: The Think Tank <thethinktank(a)lists.bikecollectives.org> Subject: Re: [TheThinkTank] If You Are Signed Up for Fridays Workshop Message-ID: <CADX0RX9D3op1BYobyf88WkQZiw32TkLHwPYaad62_4n7U1jXLA(a)mail.gmail.com> Content-Type: text/plain; charset="utf-8" Thanks for setting up the meeting and the thought provoking content. Our local trails group developed the attached document for bicycle retailers in conjunction with the SLCo Health Department. Thanks for your great work. Kevin On Fri, Jun 12, 2020 at 12:02 PM <rgrossman7(a)gmail.com> wrote: > Yes. Zoom opens at 2:45 Central time. Workshop starts at 3pm. > > The Freehand link takes us to where the work will be done. We will be > using both Zoom and Freehand at the same time. > > Sent from my iPhone > > On Jun 12, 2020, at 12:17 PM, Chlo? Rose <winter.snowy.rose(a)gmail.com> > wrote: > > ? > It sounds like you're in the waiting room and that you'll be admitted to > the meeting by the host. > > On Fri., Jun. 12, 2020, 13:15 Jim Bledsoe, <gamesbledsoe(a)gmail.com> wrote: > >> i am on the zoom link and only seeing charts and circles >> is there something i need to do? >> >> On Thu, Jun 11, 2020 at 11:56 PM Robert Grossman <rgrossman7(a)gmail.com> >> wrote: >> >>> Check your emails for the new Zoom Link. It may have ended up in your >>> spam folder. >>> >>> -- >>> Robert Grossman >>> www.robertgrossmandesign.com >>> https://twitter.com/rgrossmandesign >>> https://www.linkedin.com/in/robertgrossman7 >>> <https://www.linkedin.com/in/rgrossman7> >>> https://www.flickr.com/photos/robkeebler/albums >>> ____________________________________ >>> >>> The ThinkTank mailing List >>> >>> Unsubscribe from this list here: >>> http://lists.bikecollectives.org/options.cgi/thethinktank-bikecollectives.o… >>> >>> ____________________________________ >> >> The ThinkTank mailing List >> >> Unsubscribe from this list here: >> http://lists.bikecollectives.org/options.cgi/thethinktank-bikecollectives.o… >> >> ____________________________________ > > The ThinkTank mailing List > > Unsubscribe from this list here: > http://lists.bikecollectives.org/options.cgi/thethinktank-bikecollectives.o… > > ____________________________________ > > The ThinkTank mailing List > > Unsubscribe from this list here: > http://lists.bikecollectives.org/options.cgi/thethinktank-bikecollectives.o… > >

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Back2Bikes, Melbourne Australia is s advertising for Workshop Manager Job sharing
by Geoffrey Smart 29 Jun '20

29 Jun '20

Hi Everyone, If anyone is reading this in Australia and knows of any suitable people needing a position in these difficult times I invite them to apply for the above mentioned position Details of the position are listed in the attached document. For those who do not know you need to be in Australia already as there is no entry for non residents for the foreseeable future. We continue to work but with less volunteers to achieve social distancing and with very strict entry and cleaning regimes. The demand for our services has increased enormously over the last few months. We would look very favourably on someone who is not currently eligible for the government Jobkeeper or Jobseeker schemes given they have the skills necessary for the position. Regards Geoff Smart Back2Bikes

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Outdoor public repair stands
by Kim Schaffer 26 Jun '20

26 Jun '20

Hi all, Has anyone had success with installing and maintaining outdoor repair stations in your community? I am interested in exploring what it would mean to install outside our bike shops, and I am understandably hearing concerns around vandalism/required upkeep. Thank you for any thoughts! Kim Schaffer ******************************* Kim Schaffer, Executive Director Community Bike Works www.communitybikeworks.org cell: 484.554.8971 [cid:image002.png@01D63FE8.C9116010]

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Insurance Recommendation: Halp
by Josh Bisker 24 Jun '20

24 Jun '20

Hey pals, a time-sensitive question for you, especially folks in the North East: our nonprofit fiscal sponsor stopped offering general commercial liability insurance for us, and we need to get some -- and fast! We have a contract coming up with the City of New York where they need us to show them our insurance documents, like poste haste. Yikes! Do you have an insurance situation that you like, and can you hook us up with your insurance company or broker? Time is of the essence for us, so I'm reaching out to you and a few other folks. Halp! Feel free to give me a call - 914-500-9890 xo Josh Josh Bisker 914-500-9890 New York Mechanical Gardens Bike Co-op <http://bikecoop.nyc/> 596 Acres <http://596acres.org/> Bindlestiff Family Cirkus <http://bindlestiff.org/>

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Callout for cycling-inspired street-graffiti photo / KS Project
by andrei 17 Jun '20

17 Jun '20

We are in the planning stage of our 3rd *Kickstarter* publishing venture, this time centered around *bicycles / women / emancipation*. And we are looking for a particular kind of contribution. Conceived here, in Montreal, but with collaborators all over Europe and Americas, our two previous Kickstarter projects (here http://tiny.cc/3k4ymz and here http://tiny.cc/zl4ymz) were very much concerned with strong social issues - Spanish Civil War, women combating fascism and their role in resistance. This new undertaking looks to bring together the utilitarian object that is the bicycle with practical paper-based artifacts, like calendars and playing cards. These two are then editorially balanced by a book, designed to celebrate the bicycle as a symbol and facilitator of the women’s emancipation movement. Send us a cycling-inspired street-graffiti photo. Or multiple photos / of multiple graffiti, from your city walls, ideally including permission or, at least, the artist name, if known, in order to credit the work. Please specify which name you’d like to be credited to in your email. We will integrate them in the calendar design, and will feature the name or image of the organization of your choice on the Kickstarter crowdfunding and our own social media platforms. We will offer a generous number of free calendars for you to use as fund raisers. You also get an additional discount on the combo award (calendar - deck of cards). You have until July 30th 2020 to send in your photos. Your contributions can be sent to: skillsofbike at gmail.com or Andrei at bookata.com Happy biking, happy shooting.

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Boise Bicycle Project is hiring a Shifting Gears Program Coordinator
by Emily Summerhays 15 Jun '20

15 Jun '20

BBP is seeking a Shifting Gears Coordinator to lead our programming partnership with the Idaho Department of Corrections. Reports to: Executive Director Classification: Full Time Exempt, plus Benefits Salary Range: $31,200 - $33,280 depending on experience Weekly Schedule: Will included some nights and weekends In 2017, BBP created Shifting Gears, a groundbreaking program to teach incarcerated women how to fix kids' bicycles while earning a bicycle for future transportation needs. In 2020, BBP secured grant funding to expand Shifting Gears to the Idaho Department of Corrections men’s facilities. This program is called Project Kickstand and lives under the umbrella of Shifting Gears programming. Because men incarcerated at this facility generally serve much longer sentences than the women in our Shifting Gears program, there is a new opportunity to build in a certified vocational training program that will lead to future job placement while significantly increasing the amount of bicycles BBP provides to teens. BBP’s Shifting Gears Coordinator will manage all aspects of both the men’s and women’s programs. Key Role Objectives: - Work with inmates to produce bicycles for BBP’s youth and teen programming - In partnership with the Department of Labor, create a bicycle mechanic apprenticeship curriculum for male inmates, and lead ongoing education - Oversee Boise Bicycle Project’s inventory management (onsite inventory as well as incoming and outgoing inventory to the prison facilities) - Maintain the women’s Shifting Gears program while exploring opportunities to expand the program - Conduct all administrative duties in regards to the program which include - Relationship management with IDOC staff - Billing and invoicing - Inventory record-keeping - Record-keeping of participants, their contributions, and release information Benchmarks: - 10-20 men to fully complete the job training program and earn a bicycle annually. - An additional 10-20 men with short sentences earn a bicycle and are release without the completion of the job training program - 75 to 100 teens receive refurbished bikes annually (distributed in the community in partnership with the Youth Programs Coordinator) Key Performance Metrics: - You meet work deadlines on time - You meet or exceed quarterly goals (created with Executive Director) - You adapt to feedback and follow through on performance changes within 2 weeks The ideal candidate: - 2 years bicycle mechanic experience (professional certification preferred). - 2 years experience working with volunteers - Proven experience with verbal and written communication, and organizational tools such as spreadsheets and word processors - Identifies as a member of and/or has experience working with marginalized communities (communities of color, Native communities, LGBTQ+, rural communities, working class/poor people, women, trans and femme folks, people with disabilities, et - Past nonprofit experience will be prioritized - Past prison work or social work experience will be prioritized - BBP is a dynamic organization with a lot going on at all times. You must be - Adaptable - Agile - Committed to teamwork - Able to take feedback and direction - Confident to work independently - Fun HOW TO APPLY - Review our organization’s mission, vision, and values prior to applying: https://www.boisebicycleproject.org/about/mission Email the following to emily(a)boisebicycleproject.org - your resume - cover letter (please address how you identify with BBP’s mission statement) - a list of 3 past volunteer experiences - 3 work related references and contact information Boise Bicycle Project is an equal opportunity employer. All aspects of employment including the decision to hire, promote or discharge are based on merit, competence, performance, and organizational needs. We do not discriminate based upon race, religion, color, national origin, gender (including pregnancy, childbirth, or related medical conditions), sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, age, status as a protected veteran, or status as an individual with a disability. -- Emily Thompson Summerhays Pronouns: She/Her/Hers (what's this? <https://www.glsen.org/sites/default/files/GLSEN%20Pronouns%20Resource.pdf>) Development Director Boise Bicycle Project 1027 S. Lusk Street Boise, Idaho 83702 208.429.6520 boisebicycleproject.org

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If You Are Signed Up for Fridays Workshop
by Robert Grossman 12 Jun '20

12 Jun '20

Check your emails for the new Zoom Link. It may have ended up in your spam folder. -- Robert Grossman www.robertgrossmandesign.com https://twitter.com/rgrossmandesign https://www.linkedin.com/in/robertgrossman7 <https://www.linkedin.com/in/rgrossman7> https://www.flickr.com/photos/robkeebler/albums

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Re: [TheThinkTank] Outdoor public repair stands
by David Coppley 12 Jun '20

12 Jun '20

Hey Kim, Just responding about your Thinktank posting about outdoor bike repair stations. I work for Intercity Transit in Olympia, WA. We experimented with a public tool station mounted at our main transit center. It was removed maybe a month or so after it was installed. It quickly became a bicycle chop-shop for folks in our community, particularly outside of our hours of operation. Two things I would recommend for a public tool station are... 1) Make it secure, but movable. Or it could be in a lockable closest/cage/space. It is difficult to foster a positive use of this resource when no staff is around. 2) Have clearly posted rules about use. I'd recommend listing allowed repairs, or time limits. We had regulars who would camp out at the stand making it unusable for others needing quick fixes. David David Coppley Walk n' Roll Program Assistant Intercity Transit 360-705-5817 (office) 360-701-8379 (cell) PO Box 659 Olympia, WA 98501 dcoppley(a)intercitytransit.com<mailto:dcoppley@intercitytransit.com> Follow us on Facebook<https://www.facebook.com/WalkNRollIT/> & Instagram<https://www.instagram.com/walknrollit/> [WalkNRoll_HZ_RGB]

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SHOP OPERATIONS WORKSHOP UPDATE - PLEASE READ
by Robert Grossman 11 Jun '20

11 Jun '20

OK. Wow, this is blowing up fast. It looks like when I replied to some of your emails I didn't realize I was replying to the whole ThinkTank. Oops. If you haven't heard from me yet, please fill in this Google Form. I'd like to know who is participating and will be emailing participants before the workshop with pertinent information. https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSeLxIj9m7fPWAxFSynZNSboLcEZkmTINBX… Due to working this at night after getting my kid to bed, you've all now got a copy of the links to the Zoom and Freehand for Friday. Since I accidentally posted them, I'll do it again on purpose here: Topic: Safe & Effective Futures for Community Bicycle Workshops Time: Jun 12, 2020 03:00 PM Central Time (US and Canada) Join Zoom Meeting https://zoom.us/j/95699468732?pwd=dmlyQndKMXFOQ3VrM1lNamdMZ2lFQT09 <https://zoom.us/j/95699468732?pwd=dmlyQndKMXFOQ3VrM1lNamdMZ2lFQT09&fbclid=I…> Meeting ID: 956 9946 8732 Password: spokes Freehand by Invision info: https://robert5808.invisionapp.com/freehand/Workshop-Testing-KMiUaVTBN <https://robert5808.invisionapp.com/freehand/Workshop-Testing-KMiUaVTBN?fbcl…> See you Friday! -- Robert Grossman www.robertgrossmandesign.com https://twitter.com/rgrossmandesign https://www.linkedin.com/in/robertgrossman7 <https://www.linkedin.com/in/rgrossman7> https://www.flickr.com/photos/robkeebler/albums

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UPDATE - Safe and Effective Operations Workshop
by Robert Grossman 10 Jun '20

10 Jun '20

It has been brought to my attention that having the meeting link hanging out on the listserve puts us at a security risk. If you are planning on attending the workshop and haven't received a reply from me then please fill out the form I am linking here. I will be sending out a new meeting link through email to all the participants. https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSeLxIj9m7fPWAxFSynZNSboLcEZkmTINBX… Thank you all. -- Robert Grossman www.robertgrossmandesign.com https://twitter.com/rgrossmandesign https://www.linkedin.com/in/robertgrossman7 <https://www.linkedin.com/in/rgrossman7> https://www.flickr.com/photos/robkeebler/albums

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Online Collaborative Workshop on Safe & Effective Shop Operations
by Robert Grossman 10 Jun '20

10 Jun '20

I wanted to invite the bike collective community to a collaborative online workshop to make a bit more sense of operating safely & effectively both in the short and long terms, volunteer management, and shop's capacity for providing services. Day: Friday June 12 Time: 3pm Central Time This will be a three-part structured workshop where participants will be paired up with each other and begin to chart the trends they are seeing. We will then look at these as a group. The second part will be working together in small groups to sort out what services you feel are critical to address, the activities to make them happen, and what the cultural aspects for each will be. The final part will be individual or by shop, by focusing on who it is you are serving, what you are offering them, the opportunities there, and the risks involved. I realize that some shops have already figured this stuff out, but I know there are several that are still struggling with it. This is to help them. It would be great to have participants who can share how they have worked things out. It is a 45 minute long workshop. We will be using Zoom for meeting together and Freehand by Invision to collaborate. I built this workshop in grad school and this is the first time doing it digitally. I plan to record it so I can see what works and what doesn't. Please go easy me :p Email me directly if you are interested and I will send you the invites. -- Robert Grossman www.robertgrossmandesign.com https://twitter.com/rgrossmandesign https://www.linkedin.com/in/robertgrossman7 <https://www.linkedin.com/in/rgrossman7> https://www.flickr.com/photos/robkeebler/albums

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Bike Storage Optimization
by Wade Rubinstein 10 Jun '20

10 Jun '20

Hi. I am a member of The Bike Connector, an earn-a-bike and bike collective program in Lowell, Massachusetts, USA. We recently gained access to container (12m L x 2.3m W x 2.26m H; 40' L x 7.6' W x 7.4' H) to help manage our inventory of bikes and parts. I want to maximize the capacity of the container, while allowing for easy access to the bikes. I'm sure others have solved this optimization problem. Any suggestions for how to organize this space? [image: Bike Connector Dumpster Day Empty Container Almost 6-4-20.jpg]

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Looking for Assistance With Friday's Safe & Effective Shop Operations Workshop
by Robert Grossman 09 Jun '20

09 Jun '20

Hi Everyone! Wow! I am blown away by how many shops are wanting to participate. There are almost 30 shops from across the US, Canada, and Australia! The more shops participating then a bigger look at the trends can happen. To be able to best facilitate this, I could use the help of a couple of volunteers for the following roles: - Task: You keep us on track, on schedule, and monitor the clock. - Reflecting: You monitor the chat for questions so nobody gets left behind - Growth: You assist helping people with getting their ideas down, using the tools (Freehand, Zoom, Trend Matrix, Offering-Activity-Culture Map), encourage collaboration, get people out of their heads. Please email me directly if you would like to help with one of those roles. I'll be doing a couple of quick practice rounds between Wednesday and Thursday evening. -- Robert Grossman www.robertgrossmandesign.com https://twitter.com/rgrossmandesign https://www.linkedin.com/in/robertgrossman7 <https://www.linkedin.com/in/rgrossman7> https://www.flickr.com/photos/robkeebler/albums

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Re: [TheThinkTank] Thethinktank Digest, Vol 165, Issue 5
by Lawrence Mohammed 09 Jun '20

09 Jun '20

Hi Wade, everyone. I converted a 10x30ft shipping container for our solar powered workshop. Everything we create is open source, not had time/capacity to get the build online yet but happy to share how we built it/photos/etc. Essentially I built a timber frame inside with rockwool insulation, clad this with 18mm ply (9mm is adequate but I had to work with what I could get), fitted 6 x 250W solar panels on the roof and built a power unit incorporating an isolator switch, leading to a Victron Energy charge controlled to feed 2 x 100Ah Lead Crystal batteries in a vented secure workbench. All workbenches, toolboards built from same materials, surfaces on the main benches 3mm aluminium sheeting, dibond on two [upcycled building hoardings]. All lighting is LED and 12V, I fitted an inverter to power laptop, oscilloscope (to check not std eBike PAS units etc), charge drills and run our soldering station. video of the workshop here which shows interior: https://www.facebook.com/professionalbikeservice/videos/262616251725584/ Warmest regards, *Lawrence Mohammed* Director & Head Mechanic Pro Bike Service C.I.C. *+44 (0)77 222 58587* *probikeservice.co.uk <https://probikeservice.co.uk>* *facebook.com/probikeservice <https://www.facebook.com/professionalbikeservice>* /[Location, NOT delivery address] Pro Bike Service C.I.C. Multi-Storey Car Park Lesney Avenue Olympic Park London E20 3BS *map location <https://what3words.com/upset.habit.funds>* / On 08/06/2020 21:03, thethinktank-request(a)lists.bikecollectives.org wrote: > Send Thethinktank mailing list submissions to > thethinktank(a)lists.bikecollectives.org > > To subscribe or unsubscribe via the World Wide Web, visit > http://lists.bikecollectives.org/listinfo.cgi/thethinktank-bikecollectives.… > > or, via email, send a message with subject or body 'help' to > thethinktank-request(a)lists.bikecollectives.org > > You can reach the person managing the list at > thethinktank-owner(a)lists.bikecollectives.org > > When replying, please edit your Subject line so it is more specific > than "Re: Contents of Thethinktank digest..." > > Today's Topics: > > 1. Bike Storage Optimization (Wade Rubinstein) > 2. Re: Bike Storage Optimization (Daniel Byrd) > 3. Re: Bike Storage Optimization (Wade Rubinstein) > 4. Re: Bike Storage Optimization (BikeConcord) > 5. Re: Bike Storage Optimization (Cyclista Nicholas) > 6. Re: Bike Storage Optimization (BikeConcord) > 7. Re: Bike Storage Optimization (BikeConcord) > 8. Re: Bike Storage Optimization (Peaches) > 9. thanks y'all (Angel York) > 10. Re: Online Collaborative Workshop on Safe & Effective Shop > Operations (Amanda Chilson) > 11. Is TheThinkTank searchable? (Thomas Butler) > 12. Is TheThinkTank searchable? (cyclista(a)inventati.org) > 13. Re: Is TheThinkTank searchable? (Godwin !) > > _______________________________________________ > Thethinktank mailing list > Thethinktank(a)lists.bikecollectives.org > http://lists.bikecollectives.org/listinfo.cgi/thethinktank-bikecollectives.…

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thanks y'all
by Angel York 08 Jun '20

08 Jun '20

I'm guessing some of you had something to do with this: https://www.bicycleretailer.com/industry-news/2020/06/07/bikes-front-lines <3

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Is TheThinkTank searchable?
by Thomas Butler 08 Jun '20

08 Jun '20

I'm used to being able to search email listservs' archives, but it seems like I can't and I'm relegated to asking a question that may have been previously answered? Thomas Butler he | they Austin's Yellow Bike Project

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Bethesda, MD assault on bike trail
by Cyclista Nicholas 04 Jun '20

04 Jun '20

Hey bike community, Anyone out there in Bethesda? Hopefully you're able to get the word out to identify the guy in this post: https://twitter.com/VicStoddard/status/1268620623489560576 This scumbag was a spandie cyclist on the Capital Crescent Trail, riding near the Dalecarlia tunnel. He physically attacked two children who were posting George Floyd memorial flyers. Don't know much more about it. If this guy was from my town, I'd likely recognize his bike at least. As cyclists and mechanics, we're the people who'd be best at identifying one of our own. By "one of our own", I mean a cyclist, not a bigoted brute. ~cyclista Nicholas

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Hands off teaching
by Morgan Rehme 01 Jun '20

01 Jun '20

Hello! I can't find it but I remember there was a workshop at Bike!Bike! NE last year about hands-off teaching, I think it was called How to Peel a Banana. I think notes from that workshop would be very useful right now, does anyone have something like that they could share? Thanks! Morgan

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current bike supply
by Cyclista Nicholas 25 May '20

25 May '20

Hi everyone, I've heard everywhere that bikes are in extremely short supply, especially because of an extremely high demand currently, and that this dynamic is even more pronounced due to tariffs imposed on China. Now obviously, this might spur domestic production of bicycles, which maybe could be awesome. But in the meantime, it isn't awesome - people can't get bikes. Those of us out there - maybe most of us - who deal primarily in used bikes, in the meantime *are* (or can be) that domestic production. I'm bringing this up in case anyone hasn't though of it all or really processed it yet, because I imagine everyone's local or even state governments are currently accepting proposals for various grants. At this time, collectively, we literally, physically are positioned to be major gatekeepers to possibly tens of thousands of people becoming cyclists or resuming cycling who otherwise wouldn't, when major retailers and various LBS have no ability to meet demand. This is also a huge opportunity to turn the general public on to the goodness and soundness of reused bikes. A lot of people think if it's old or used, it's diminished in some way. All of us know that isn't true, and now we have a greater ability than ever to prove the truth of this message. Here at Recycle Ithaca's Bicycles we've been running nonstop, though with a skeleton crew, since the virus hit, and reusing old bikes for ecological reasons has been one of our primary purposes for several decades. I'm sure most of you don't need it, but if anyone needs or wants pointers or advice, I'd be happy to help. Getting funding to pay mechanics or hire additional mechanics is probably the starting point. Survive, cyclistas!!! <3 ~cyclista Nicholas

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Bike/ped-centered AmeriCorps position seeking applicants
by David Coppley 17 May '20

17 May '20

Greetings bicycle loving folks, We are currently recruiting an AmeriCorps member for the 2020-21 program year. This is a good opportunity for someone interested in starting a career in bike and pedestrian focused advocacy and/or youth engagement. Please see the listing below (or attached pdf), and share with any contacts you think might be interested. Thanks for reading, David Intercity Transit seeks an AmeriCorps Volunteer to serve as the Education and Outreach Assistant. Intercity Transit's Walk N Roll program collaborates with schools and community partners to offer educational programming that encourages the use of walking, biking, and using public transit for transportation. The AmeriCorps Member will teach youth and families about environmentally friendly transportation options through a variety of hands-on education and outreach activities. Activities teach participants skills in bike and pedestrian safety, bike mechanics, and how to ride public transit. The Member will help participants learn life-long skills to prepare them for the possibility of choosing a car free future. For application information and a complete position description, please visit: https://my.americorps.gov/mp/listing/viewListing.do?id=95537&fromSearch=true<http://r20.rs6.net/tn.jsp?f=001DEwA_YDfAsWH3pmGVV5ciUAfb3gjs8TRVDX4XFKx62DE…> David Coppley Walk n' Roll Program Assistant Intercity Transit 360-705-5817 (office) 360-701-8379 (cell) PO Box 659 Olympia, WA 98501 dcoppley(a)intercitytransit.com<mailto:dcoppley@intercitytransit.com> Follow us on Facebook<https://www.facebook.com/WalkNRollIT/> & Instagram<https://www.instagram.com/walknrollit/> [WalkNRoll_HZ_RGB] David Coppley Walk n' Roll Program Assistant Intercity Transit 360-705-5817 (office) 360-701-8379 (cell) PO Box 659 Olympia, WA 98501 dcoppley(a)intercitytransit.com<mailto:dcoppley@intercitytransit.com> Follow us on Facebook<https://www.facebook.com/WalkNRollIT/> & Instagram<https://www.instagram.com/walknrollit/> [WalkNRoll_HZ_RGB]

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California bike co-ops/community shops?
by Jane Voodikon 12 May '20

12 May '20

To any community bike spaces located in California: The communications person from CalBike is looking to interview people on their spaces' needs during the pandemic, as part of a larger campaign to find funding/support. Please see Laura's email below and reach out to her if you'd like to chat! ---- I do communications for CalBike and I’m working on a post for CalBike’s website about community bike shops and what kind of support they need right now. I’d love to chat with someone about what’s going on at your organization right now and what kind of support you need to help you keep serving the community. Let me know if someone is available to chat and we can set up a time for an interview. Thank you, Laura McCamy laura(a)calbike.org 510-214-6156

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Automating the shop
by Adam / Phoenix Mitchell 12 May '20

12 May '20

Hey all, We have developed a scheme to allow folks to schedule time with us in a safe and efficient way. We're currently fixing people's bikes for them after they drop their bike off, where we used to just give advice and lend a hand when needed. We also are offering test-rides by appointment. We followed this procedure roughly: https://medium.com/entrepreneurship-technology-blog/manage-your-clients-wit… It helps us to focus on things needing to get done at the shop without all the phone calls and scheduling, since we can't have any customers in the shop with us. Nicely organizes it in AirTable so we can get to work getting people on bikes. Our Calendly page is here if you want to check it out: https://calendly.com/freeridemontpelier Cheers, Phoenix

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"Bike Month"
by Ainsley Naylor 01 May '20

01 May '20

Happy May Day everyone! I'm curious if and how folks are deciding to participate in "Bike Month" this year, since most regular activities or events can't happy during the pandemic. Since we are usually busy busy running classes and open shop in our space, we have some extra time on our hands this season that could be used to celebrate, support and encourage cycling in other ways. *I'd love to hear if anyone has come up with ideas to engage people, specifically outside of your shop spaces.* I also understand that even just *continuing to exist* is keeping our hands full in many places, so I certainly don't expect most organizations have the time or energy (or funds) to think about "Bike Month". Stay well, Ainsley (Charlie's/Bike Pirates, Toronto)

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Quick survey urban mobility during covid
by Tigre Bici 28 Apr '20

28 Apr '20

Hello everyone we hope all you are doing well, we are asking if you kindly can answer this quick questions regarding urban mobility and what governments in your cities have been doing regarding it. By mobility we mean walking, cycling, driving and any kind of public transportation We are comparing strategies between cities and hopefully will not get any as the ones that we have been dealing in Monterrey, such as, reducing public transportation that just made large piles of people waiting for the bus, or prohibiting more than 2 persons travelling in the same car. Anyways, hope you can answer it https://forms.gle/9UcG617anGbftoNs8 Saludos R

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What's your shop doing right now?
by David Oliver 26 Apr '20

26 Apr '20

I made a Facebook poll asking: https://www.facebook.com/groups/648758205249998/permalink/2702175879908210/ If you don't use Facebook I also made a Strawpoll: https://www.strawpoll.me/19876101 Just hoping to get a sense of what's going on out there.

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Online shimano education
by Tigre Bici 08 Apr '20

08 Apr '20

So, we hope you are all safe! We will like to share with you the online shimano courses that might come handy and somehow entertaining in this difficult days> http://s-tec.shimano.com/region You can create your account and just go trough the courses, its a real shame the only language is english. R.

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another use for inner tubes
by Andrew Yee 07 Apr '20

07 Apr '20

elastic is in short supply, so we did this with inner tubes: https://www.instagram.com/p/B-pr6DEldwT/ https://www.facebook.com/bikex.org/posts/1328479774024849 they're nice because you can make custom cut them to be wider around the head. curious if latex tubes would offer more compliance. ;-) -A -- Andrew Yee General Manager Silicon Valley Bicycle Exchange <https://bikex.org> | IG <https://www.instagram.com/bicycle.exchange/> | FB <https://www.facebook.com/bikex.org/> View our used bikes for sale here <https://svbikex.square.site/s/shop>

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Re: [TheThinkTank] the virus and community bike shops, essential services thought (Bicycle Collective, Utah))
by Essen Skabelund 07 Apr '20

07 Apr '20

Hi all, The (Utah) Bicycle Collective closed on March 13th. Our mechanics worked in the shop with social distancing and hand washing measures (IF they felt comfortable coming to work). Our staff worked hard for 2 weeks to shift online and began taking bike and limited parts purchase by appointment only after those 2 weeks. Customers must browse our *online inventory and pick one bike to test ride. Then book a 20 minute time slot with us. In case the bike is not to their liking they must come with another in mind or we may pick out another that is their size for them. We do curbside service except for payment, then wipe down everything with sanitizer. All staff wear their air filter masks and gloves when interacting with customers. Only one at a time allowed in the shop to pay. We will begin taking repair services by appointment (curbside dropoff) at the end of this week - something we have never done before. We are normally a DIY shop. Our other programs and donations are closed. I've been working to engage volunteers online through community engagement and online workshop ideas. Click this link to see our new Showroom <https://bicyclecollective.org/salt-lake-showroom>: there's an explanation of services (more announcements to come out tomorrow) here <https://bicyclecollective.org/salt-lake-latest/item/911-bicycle-collective-…> . Does anyone have safe practices or ideas for taking donations? We've thought of creating a quarantine area (moving aside items in our storage unit to make part of it a quarantine area, leave bikes there for 2 weeks or so before touching). Or sanitizing outside before bringing inside. Having donors schedule an appointment for drop off. Ring doorbell and leave by door. If need a donation receipt they can call. Any safe practices or ideas for accepting clients who need a bicycle for transportation (we have a charitable program where they can for free or by volunteering 6 hours)? Still working on this one, as our populations may be more susceptible to the virus, given it is a large part of the homeless population. *Essen Skabelund* *Volunteer and Program Coordinator* Salt Lake City Bicycle Collective 2312 S. West Temple, SLC, UT 84115 801-328-2453 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.* On Fri, Apr 3, 2020 at 2:04 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: the virus and community bike shops, essential services > thought (BICAS) > 2. Re: the virus and community bike shops, essential services > thought (Deb Salls) > 3. Re: the virus and community bike shops, essential services > thought (Jesse Cooper) > 4. Re: the virus and community bike shops, essential services > thought (Cyclista Nicholas) > > > > ---------- Forwarded message ---------- > From: BICAS <bicas(a)bicas.org> > To: The Think Tank <thethinktank(a)lists.bikecollectives.org> > Cc: > Bcc: > Date: Thu, 2 Apr 2020 15:47:52 -0700 > Subject: Re: [TheThinkTank] the virus and community bike shops, essential > services thought > Thanks everybody. I know many of us have had to make a new decision every > two days with the changing world around us so quickly. > > BICAS has 14 hourly wage staff, all of whom can still be paid by coming in > to refurbish bikes at the shop that will eventually be for sale after all > this is over, as long as they work far away from each other and clean and > disinfect everything after. Our Community Tools, classes, and retails > spaces have been shut down since mid-March, which is a heavy financial > burden. We are applying for local emergency grants and probably also for > the CARES Act loan. > > We have also decided to re-open mid-April for extremely limited services - > no members of the public will be allowed into the building, but staff will > provide sliding scale repairs to make bikes safe and rideable (no needless > changes and upgrades), prioritizing frontliners whose bike is their main > mode of transportation and/or people who cannot afford repairs at retail > shops (many of which never closed here in Arizona because our governor has > declared almost everything "essential" *eye roll emoji*.) > > I am still concerned about the prospect of people congregating outside the > building, but we have said if it becomes an issue, we will have to close > the shop completely again and disband everyone. > > Can anyone else who is staying open/providing some services respond about > your safety protocols? How do you space folks apart? Do you wipe down bikes > that come in? Do you cover the handlebars with something? Do you use DIY > masks? We would love to benefit from everyone's collective creativity on > "risk management." Thank you. > > ~Carlyn > > On Wed, Apr 1, 2020 at 11:26 AM Audrey Wiedemeier <audrey(a)bikelibrary.org> > wrote: > >> Pardon, but that last link is not the correct one. >> Here is the link to the folder with all our covid 19 docs: >> >> >> https://drive.google.com/drive/folders/1hPWES96NDNkez7TsgonqkklEzwQ6mTCV?us… >> >> >> >> Peace & grease, >> >> *Audrey Wiedemeier* (She/her/hers) >> Iowa City Bike Library, Director >> >> 700 S. Dubuque St, Iowa City >> *Hours: *Sat. 10-3, Mon. 5-7, Tues. 6-8, >> Wed. 6-8, Thurs. 6-8, Fri. 4:30-6:30 >> >> BikeLibrary.org >> C: (515) 450-1651 >> >> >> On Wed, Apr 1, 2020 at 1:23 PM Audrey Wiedemeier <audrey(a)bikelibrary.org> >> wrote: >> >>> Carlyn: I appreciate you asking for folks to respond kindly. I'll be >>> asking this of our volunteers and patrons who've been somewhat gruff. >>> >>> Bob: Opening stronger than ever is right! >>> >>> As of right now the Bike Library is closed, however, pending approval >>> from our board, we would like to start offering a "curbside bike checkout" >>> that is by appointment only. >>> >>> Here is the link to those documents. Check out the one titled: Proposal >>> for Curbside Checkout. >>> >>> >>> https://docs.google.com/document/d/1rZFtSJlY01X9gPCc_jT5vf8ayk5i2oeTJXuBlha… >>> >>> >>> Peace & grease, >>> >>> *Audrey Wiedemeier* (She/her/hers) >>> Iowa City Bike Library, Director >>> >>> 700 S. Dubuque St, Iowa City >>> *Hours: *Sat. 10-3, Mon. 5-7, Tues. 6-8, >>> Wed. 6-8, Thurs. 6-8, Fri. 4:30-6:30 >>> >>> BikeLibrary.org >>> C: (515) 450-1651 >>> >>> >>> On Thu, Mar 26, 2020 at 5:49 PM Cyclista Nicholas < >>> cyclista(a)inventati.org> wrote: >>> >>>> I've been worried about our workstation becoming a contamination depot, >>>> of course. All public surfaces, even if they are decontaminated >>>> regularly, will be to some extent. >>>> >>>> However, there is a significant percentage of our target demographic >>>> that relies on us for daily survival, and mainly I refer to the >>>> homeless. These are people who, if they didn't have our workstation, >>>> would just be doing some other sketchy thing contamination-wise to stay >>>> operational. >>>> >>>> The other sectors of our demographic don't need this kind of help, and >>>> probably have their own air pumps and remedial tools at home. I'm at >>>> the >>>> shop alone several times a week, and have a good idea who uses the >>>> station and when. Honestly, I don't think it's really being used except >>>> by a handful of solitary people, and they're mostly using the air pump. >>>> >>>> As for other public-facing activities, we're open for retail, and >>>> customers are instructed not to touch anything except bikes that are >>>> being testridden. This is another area that we don't face significant >>>> traffic, we get possibly one or two customers per day at most in these >>>> times. >>>> >>>> As for decontaminating bikes, I wipe down the seat, controls, grips, >>>> and >>>> top tube after each test ride, and when doing intake on a customer bike. >>>> >>>> Speaking of customer bikes, we are not a shop that does repair for >>>> people, we only teach people how to do repairs themselves. However, >>>> recently we got a typical misguided question via Facebook about how >>>> much >>>> we charged for a given repair, and it occurred to me that since we >>>> weren't allowing people to repair the bikes themselves, and had a >>>> decrease in things to do as a result of closing open shop, we might as >>>> well accept bikes for repair during this period. This is not something >>>> we advertise anywhere other than in direct response to a spontaneous >>>> request, and we make it clear to each customer that this is not a >>>> regular thing. We've had three customers of this type thus far. I feel >>>> that this transactional dynamic is one that's very easy create as a >>>> controlled process, and decontaminating bikes under this circumstance >>>> is >>>> trivial. Just another technical thing to do to a bike among the usual >>>> array of procedures. >>>> >>>> As for classification as an essential service, automobile repair >>>> garages >>>> are typically classified as essential services. We are a transportation >>>> provider and as assist to people who use their bikes to buy groceries >>>> and keep medical appointments. Bicycles are not a luxury and they are >>>> not primarily a recreational toy, they are a fundamental life utility >>>> and in some cases people rely on them to survive. >>>> >>>> I queried Claire from Vélorution Paris deliberately here to provide an >>>> example to the list of recognition that bicycles are an essential >>>> service - the city of Paris recognizes this. As of a few days ago, New >>>> York City does now as well. >>>> >>>> Of course, this means that if we *are* an essential service, this makes >>>> it even more imperative that we create and adhere to strict protocols >>>> to >>>> protect the community we serve even as we struggle to empower them. >>>> >>>> Stay strong, healthy and hopeful cyclistas! >>>> >>>> ~cyclista Nicholas >>>> >>>> >>>> On 2020-03-26 22:09, Bob Giordano wrote: >>>> > Hi Carlyn, >>>> > >>>> > at Free Cycles Missoula we've closed completely, >>>> > not even doing emergency bikes/repairs/drop offs, >>>> > anything. we'll have a good crop of sale bikes when >>>> > we reopen, and a clean, organized shop. >>>> > >>>> > Not doing outside public repair stands for the >>>> > reasons you've mentioned. >>>> > >>>> > We aim to reopen june 1st- could be earlier or >>>> > later- we just wanted a date in our staff of 4's >>>> > head. >>>> > >>>> > Our staff of 4 are working safely and responsibly >>>> > together, altho we've taken zones. We even have >>>> > 4 separate doors, 3 separate bathrooms, each have >>>> > a tool kit, etc. We're also mentally and physically >>>> > prepared to stay away from the shop completely, if >>>> > needed, which it looks more and more like. >>>> > >>>> > Our staff have been making these nimble and quick >>>> > decisions, keeping our small board up to date as >>>> > needed, and they are supportive of what we need to do. >>>> > >>>> > As we clean up around here, we're not doing 'free piles' >>>> > outside (too much public handling of stuff). We're staging >>>> > trash, thrift store, recycling piles. However we've had >>>> > a couple trusted folks take scrap steel away. >>>> > >>>> > We plan to reopen stronger than ever, and ultimately >>>> > we feel that is best for us and the community. Missoula >>>> > has been very supportive and understanding. >>>> > >>>> > 2 of us are also focusing on grants, all 4 of us are >>>> > taking time to think deeply, to share writings, and >>>> > slow down. >>>> > >>>> > Bob Giordano, Free Cycles Missoula >>>> > >>>> > >>>> > Quoting Carlyn Arteaga <carlyn.arteaga(a)bicas.org>: >>>> > >>>> >> I appreciate you sharing all your thoughts and ideas. >>>> >> >>>> >> At BICAS in Tucson we had to dismantle our outdoor fix a flat >>>> station. >>>> >> Staff working alone inside the shop witnessed clumps of people >>>> >> congregating >>>> >> very close to each other and at least one individual who was there >>>> for >>>> >> 3 >>>> >> hours coughing on everything. As much was we wanted to help people >>>> >> out, we >>>> >> couldn't justify the germ spreading station we had created. >>>> >> >>>> >> We have approved a skeleton plan for opening for limited repair >>>> >> services in >>>> >> a couple weeks. How are others handling this? How do you do intakes? >>>> >> By >>>> >> appointment only or do you take walk ins? How are you protecting >>>> your >>>> >> people and the public? How are you sanitizing bikes you work on? And >>>> >> in >>>> >> what ways do you see your services as an "essential service," >>>> keeping >>>> >> in >>>> >> mind that any interfacing with the public right now involves some >>>> >> amount of >>>> >> risk, for which the ultimate potential consequence is death? Or if >>>> you >>>> >> have >>>> >> decided to remain closed, how did you arrive at that decision, >>>> knowing >>>> >> that >>>> >> there are people who need bike help and are not going to be able to >>>> >> access >>>> >> it? >>>> >> >>>> >> I know these are the Big Questions (esp the last couple) we're all >>>> >> grappling with right now, I just wanted to have some frank >>>> >> conversations >>>> >> about why doing what we're doing right now so we can all chew it >>>> over. >>>> >> >>>> >> Please be kind with one another as we respond. None of us has the >>>> >> playbook >>>> >> for this crisis or truly even enough data yet to know which >>>> decisions >>>> >> will >>>> >> end of being the right ones in the end. >>>> >> Thank you all in advance, >>>> >> ~Carlyn >>>> >> >>>> >> -- >>>> >> >>>> >> *Carlyn Arteaga* >>>> >> >>>> >> *pronouns: they/them/theirs* >>>> >> >>>> >> Youth Program Coordinator >>>> >> >>>> >> *BICAS* >>>> >> >>>> >> 2001 N. 7th Ave. | Tucson, AZ 85701 | Shop: 520-628-7950 >>>> >> >>>> >> carlyn.arteaga(a)bicas.org | www.bicas.org | Facebook >>>> >> <http://www.facebook.com/bicascollective/> | Instagram >>>> >> <http://www.instagram.com/bicastucson/> >>>> >> >>>> >> >>>> >> >>>> >> *Through advocacy and bicycle salvage, our mission is to participate >>>> >> in >>>> >> affordable bicycle transportation, education, and creative recycling >>>> >> with >>>> >> our greater Tucson community.* >>>> > >>>> > >>>> > ____________________________________ >>>> > >>>> > The ThinkTank mailing List >>>> > >>>> > Unsubscribe from this list here: >>>> > >>>> http://lists.bikecollectives.org/options.cgi/thethinktank-bikecollectives.o… >>>> ____________________________________ >>>> >>>> The ThinkTank mailing List >>>> >>>> Unsubscribe from this list here: >>>> http://lists.bikecollectives.org/options.cgi/thethinktank-bikecollectives.o… >>>> >>>> ____________________________________ >> >> The ThinkTank mailing List >> >> Unsubscribe from this list here: >> http://lists.bikecollectives.org/options.cgi/thethinktank-bikecollectives.o… >> >> > > -- > > *BICAS* > > 2001 N 7th Ave | Tucson, AZ 85705 | Shop: 520-628-7950 > > bicas(a)bicas.org | www.bicas.org | Facebook > <http://www.facebook.com/bicascollective/> | Instagram > <http://www.instagram.com/bicastucson/> > > > *Through advocacy and bicycle salvage, our mission is to participate in > affordable bicycle transportation, education, and creative recycling with > our greater Tucson community.* > > > > ---------- Forwarded message ---------- > From: Deb Salls <deb(a)bikeworks.org> > To: The Think Tank <thethinktank(a)lists.bikecollectives.org> > Cc: > Bcc: > Date: Thu, 2 Apr 2020 16:11:23 -0700 > Subject: Re: [TheThinkTank] the virus and community bike shops, essential > services thought > Caryn > > I can talk to you more about this if you would like. We are working on > this too. We have a pretty extensive Safety Precautions document and we > are open for appointment-only bike repair with our Bike Shop. > > In short, we do do these steps below for safety in the Bike Shop (with > some other steps for other areas of our org) We closed everything to the > public in early March in an 'abundance of caution' to figure out what is > going on with the COVID situation and last week 're-opened' with > appointment only services, an ecommerce store and we have been doing a > bunch of posting of special parts, frames, and bikes on eBay. Also we are > still doing bike giveaways to low-income individuals by appointment-only or > through community partners that are providing essential services. (FYI > Seattle as of March 25 is in a "Stay-at-Home" mandate and a limited list of > things have been deemed 'essential services) > > *BIKE SHOP SAFETY PRACTICES* > > Bike Works Bike Shop is CLOSED to the public- No entry into our facilities > is allowed by members of the public > > Repair service(s) are offered by appointment only. Customers can email or > phone to schedule their appointment and discuss the services they think are > in need. Payment will be taken over the phone when work is completed or > through our website. We are giving 50% discounts on repairs ( parts and > labor) for grocery store workers, medical staff and social services > professionals providing other essential services. > > We will follow these steps for safety precautions: > > 1.) Customers will drop their bicycles at the porch and lock up using the > provided combination word lock. Locks will be sanitized each time a staff > person uses it. Word locks will have their combination changed at the start > of each day with a record kept of each word used and on which day. > > 2.) Mechanics will disinfect the bikes before bringing them into the shop, > assess the best service for the bicycle and call the customer to confirm > service needed > > 3.) Once repairs are completed the bikes will be disinfected again, > customers will be called to arrange pick up and we will return to the porch > and lock up with combo lock. *Point person for this process: Lead Mechanic > > 4.) Mechanics will use gloves at all times while working on bicycles > > 5.) Physical Distancing *must *be used in the workplace of at least 6 > feet at all times. One mechanic will work using the stands on the sales > floor while a second will occupy the upper level Sun Room. Mechanics can > access the shop through separate doorways to mitigate exposure (porch > entrance and side door to Blue Room). > > 6.) Shared spaces such as the bathroom and office will be cleaned with > each use. The office computer will be used *only* for business-related > needs. Personal use while on break, etc. will be prohibited. Please refrain > from using the kitchenette to prepare food. > > 7.) Clean AND disinfect frequently touched objects and surfaces such as > workstations, keyboards, telephones, handrails, phones and doorknobs. Dirty > surfaces should be cleaned with soap and water prior to disinfection. > > 8.) Avoid using other employees’ phones, desks, offices, or other work > tools and equipment, when possible. If necessary, clean and disinfect them > before and after use. > > > Here is an article from the Seattle Bike Blog about this > https://www.seattlebikeblog.com/2020/03/30/bike-works-reopens-shop-by-appoi… > > > I hope this helps. Also, I should say- our Safety Precaution document is a > working document and will change as the CDC or state or local public health > or government officials recommend more / different things... like masks-- > or whatever might come next and will also continue to incorporate any > changes that staff think we should make to our practices to make them more > safe. > > > Thanks > > > Deb > > <http://www.bikeworks.org/> > Deb Salls > *Executive Director* > she/her pronouns what's this? > <https://uwm.edu/lgbtrc/support/gender-pronouns/> > 206.695.2607 > <https://www.facebook.com/BikeWorksSeattle> > <https://twitter.com/bikeworks206> > <https://www.instagram.com/bikeworks206/> bikeworks.org > > > *Bike Works promotes the bicycleas a vehicle for change to empoweryouth > and build resilient communities.* > *Bike Shop: *3709 S Ferdinand St, Seattle, WA 98118 > <https://www.google.com/maps/place/3709+S+Ferdinand+St,+Seattle,+WA+98118/@4…> > *Office, Warehouse & Classrooms: *3715 S Hudson St #111, Seattle, WA 98118 > <https://www.google.com/maps/place/3715+S+Hudson+St,+Seattle,+WA+98118/data=…> > > > > > On Thu, Apr 2, 2020 at 3:48 PM BICAS <bicas(a)bicas.org> wrote: > >> Thanks everybody. I know many of us have had to make a new decision every >> two days with the changing world around us so quickly. >> >> BICAS has 14 hourly wage staff, all of whom can still be paid by coming >> in to refurbish bikes at the shop that will eventually be for sale after >> all this is over, as long as they work far away from each other and clean >> and disinfect everything after. Our Community Tools, classes, and retails >> spaces have been shut down since mid-March, which is a heavy financial >> burden. We are applying for local emergency grants and probably also for >> the CARES Act loan. >> >> We have also decided to re-open mid-April for extremely limited services >> - no members of the public will be allowed into the building, but staff >> will provide sliding scale repairs to make bikes safe and rideable (no >> needless changes and upgrades), prioritizing frontliners whose bike is >> their main mode of transportation and/or people who cannot afford repairs >> at retail shops (many of which never closed here in Arizona because our >> governor has declared almost everything "essential" *eye roll emoji*.) >> >> I am still concerned about the prospect of people congregating outside >> the building, but we have said if it becomes an issue, we will have to >> close the shop completely again and disband everyone. >> >> Can anyone else who is staying open/providing some services respond about >> your safety protocols? How do you space folks apart? Do you wipe down bikes >> that come in? Do you cover the handlebars with something? Do you use DIY >> masks? We would love to benefit from everyone's collective creativity on >> "risk management." Thank you. >> >> ~Carlyn >> >> On Wed, Apr 1, 2020 at 11:26 AM Audrey Wiedemeier <audrey(a)bikelibrary.org> >> wrote: >> >>> Pardon, but that last link is not the correct one. >>> Here is the link to the folder with all our covid 19 docs: >>> >>> >>> https://drive.google.com/drive/folders/1hPWES96NDNkez7TsgonqkklEzwQ6mTCV?us… >>> >>> >>> >>> Peace & grease, >>> >>> *Audrey Wiedemeier* (She/her/hers) >>> Iowa City Bike Library, Director >>> >>> 700 S. Dubuque St, Iowa City >>> *Hours: *Sat. 10-3, Mon. 5-7, Tues. 6-8, >>> Wed. 6-8, Thurs. 6-8, Fri. 4:30-6:30 >>> >>> BikeLibrary.org >>> C: (515) 450-1651 >>> >>> >>> On Wed, Apr 1, 2020 at 1:23 PM Audrey Wiedemeier <audrey(a)bikelibrary.org> >>> wrote: >>> >>>> Carlyn: I appreciate you asking for folks to respond kindly. I'll be >>>> asking this of our volunteers and patrons who've been somewhat gruff. >>>> >>>> Bob: Opening stronger than ever is right! >>>> >>>> As of right now the Bike Library is closed, however, pending approval >>>> from our board, we would like to start offering a "curbside bike checkout" >>>> that is by appointment only. >>>> >>>> Here is the link to those documents. Check out the one titled: Proposal >>>> for Curbside Checkout. >>>> >>>> >>>> https://docs.google.com/document/d/1rZFtSJlY01X9gPCc_jT5vf8ayk5i2oeTJXuBlha… >>>> >>>> >>>> Peace & grease, >>>> >>>> *Audrey Wiedemeier* (She/her/hers) >>>> Iowa City Bike Library, Director >>>> >>>> 700 S. Dubuque St, Iowa City >>>> *Hours: *Sat. 10-3, Mon. 5-7, Tues. 6-8, >>>> Wed. 6-8, Thurs. 6-8, Fri. 4:30-6:30 >>>> >>>> BikeLibrary.org >>>> C: (515) 450-1651 >>>> >>>> >>>> On Thu, Mar 26, 2020 at 5:49 PM Cyclista Nicholas < >>>> cyclista(a)inventati.org> wrote: >>>> >>>>> I've been worried about our workstation becoming a contamination >>>>> depot, >>>>> of course. All public surfaces, even if they are decontaminated >>>>> regularly, will be to some extent. >>>>> >>>>> However, there is a significant percentage of our target demographic >>>>> that relies on us for daily survival, and mainly I refer to the >>>>> homeless. These are people who, if they didn't have our workstation, >>>>> would just be doing some other sketchy thing contamination-wise to >>>>> stay >>>>> operational. >>>>> >>>>> The other sectors of our demographic don't need this kind of help, and >>>>> probably have their own air pumps and remedial tools at home. I'm at >>>>> the >>>>> shop alone several times a week, and have a good idea who uses the >>>>> station and when. Honestly, I don't think it's really being used >>>>> except >>>>> by a handful of solitary people, and they're mostly using the air pump. >>>>> >>>>> As for other public-facing activities, we're open for retail, and >>>>> customers are instructed not to touch anything except bikes that are >>>>> being testridden. This is another area that we don't face significant >>>>> traffic, we get possibly one or two customers per day at most in these >>>>> times. >>>>> >>>>> As for decontaminating bikes, I wipe down the seat, controls, grips, >>>>> and >>>>> top tube after each test ride, and when doing intake on a customer >>>>> bike. >>>>> >>>>> Speaking of customer bikes, we are not a shop that does repair for >>>>> people, we only teach people how to do repairs themselves. However, >>>>> recently we got a typical misguided question via Facebook about how >>>>> much >>>>> we charged for a given repair, and it occurred to me that since we >>>>> weren't allowing people to repair the bikes themselves, and had a >>>>> decrease in things to do as a result of closing open shop, we might as >>>>> well accept bikes for repair during this period. This is not something >>>>> we advertise anywhere other than in direct response to a spontaneous >>>>> request, and we make it clear to each customer that this is not a >>>>> regular thing. We've had three customers of this type thus far. I feel >>>>> that this transactional dynamic is one that's very easy create as a >>>>> controlled process, and decontaminating bikes under this circumstance >>>>> is >>>>> trivial. Just another technical thing to do to a bike among the usual >>>>> array of procedures. >>>>> >>>>> As for classification as an essential service, automobile repair >>>>> garages >>>>> are typically classified as essential services. We are a >>>>> transportation >>>>> provider and as assist to people who use their bikes to buy groceries >>>>> and keep medical appointments. Bicycles are not a luxury and they are >>>>> not primarily a recreational toy, they are a fundamental life utility >>>>> and in some cases people rely on them to survive. >>>>> >>>>> I queried Claire from Vélorution Paris deliberately here to provide an >>>>> example to the list of recognition that bicycles are an essential >>>>> service - the city of Paris recognizes this. As of a few days ago, New >>>>> York City does now as well. >>>>> >>>>> Of course, this means that if we *are* an essential service, this >>>>> makes >>>>> it even more imperative that we create and adhere to strict protocols >>>>> to >>>>> protect the community we serve even as we struggle to empower them. >>>>> >>>>> Stay strong, healthy and hopeful cyclistas! >>>>> >>>>> ~cyclista Nicholas >>>>> >>>>> >>>>> On 2020-03-26 22:09, Bob Giordano wrote: >>>>> > Hi Carlyn, >>>>> > >>>>> > at Free Cycles Missoula we've closed completely, >>>>> > not even doing emergency bikes/repairs/drop offs, >>>>> > anything. we'll have a good crop of sale bikes when >>>>> > we reopen, and a clean, organized shop. >>>>> > >>>>> > Not doing outside public repair stands for the >>>>> > reasons you've mentioned. >>>>> > >>>>> > We aim to reopen june 1st- could be earlier or >>>>> > later- we just wanted a date in our staff of 4's >>>>> > head. >>>>> > >>>>> > Our staff of 4 are working safely and responsibly >>>>> > together, altho we've taken zones. We even have >>>>> > 4 separate doors, 3 separate bathrooms, each have >>>>> > a tool kit, etc. We're also mentally and physically >>>>> > prepared to stay away from the shop completely, if >>>>> > needed, which it looks more and more like. >>>>> > >>>>> > Our staff have been making these nimble and quick >>>>> > decisions, keeping our small board up to date as >>>>> > needed, and they are supportive of what we need to do. >>>>> > >>>>> > As we clean up around here, we're not doing 'free piles' >>>>> > outside (too much public handling of stuff). We're staging >>>>> > trash, thrift store, recycling piles. However we've had >>>>> > a couple trusted folks take scrap steel away. >>>>> > >>>>> > We plan to reopen stronger than ever, and ultimately >>>>> > we feel that is best for us and the community. Missoula >>>>> > has been very supportive and understanding. >>>>> > >>>>> > 2 of us are also focusing on grants, all 4 of us are >>>>> > taking time to think deeply, to share writings, and >>>>> > slow down. >>>>> > >>>>> > Bob Giordano, Free Cycles Missoula >>>>> > >>>>> > >>>>> > Quoting Carlyn Arteaga <carlyn.arteaga(a)bicas.org>: >>>>> > >>>>> >> I appreciate you sharing all your thoughts and ideas. >>>>> >> >>>>> >> At BICAS in Tucson we had to dismantle our outdoor fix a flat >>>>> station. >>>>> >> Staff working alone inside the shop witnessed clumps of people >>>>> >> congregating >>>>> >> very close to each other and at least one individual who was there >>>>> for >>>>> >> 3 >>>>> >> hours coughing on everything. As much was we wanted to help people >>>>> >> out, we >>>>> >> couldn't justify the germ spreading station we had created. >>>>> >> >>>>> >> We have approved a skeleton plan for opening for limited repair >>>>> >> services in >>>>> >> a couple weeks. How are others handling this? How do you do >>>>> intakes? >>>>> >> By >>>>> >> appointment only or do you take walk ins? How are you protecting >>>>> your >>>>> >> people and the public? How are you sanitizing bikes you work on? >>>>> And >>>>> >> in >>>>> >> what ways do you see your services as an "essential service," >>>>> keeping >>>>> >> in >>>>> >> mind that any interfacing with the public right now involves some >>>>> >> amount of >>>>> >> risk, for which the ultimate potential consequence is death? Or if >>>>> you >>>>> >> have >>>>> >> decided to remain closed, how did you arrive at that decision, >>>>> knowing >>>>> >> that >>>>> >> there are people who need bike help and are not going to be able to >>>>> >> access >>>>> >> it? >>>>> >> >>>>> >> I know these are the Big Questions (esp the last couple) we're all >>>>> >> grappling with right now, I just wanted to have some frank >>>>> >> conversations >>>>> >> about why doing what we're doing right now so we can all chew it >>>>> over. >>>>> >> >>>>> >> Please be kind with one another as we respond. None of us has the >>>>> >> playbook >>>>> >> for this crisis or truly even enough data yet to know which >>>>> decisions >>>>> >> will >>>>> >> end of being the right ones in the end. >>>>> >> Thank you all in advance, >>>>> >> ~Carlyn >>>>> >> >>>>> >> -- >>>>> >> >>>>> >> *Carlyn Arteaga* >>>>> >> >>>>> >> *pronouns: they/them/theirs* >>>>> >> >>>>> >> Youth Program Coordinator >>>>> >> >>>>> >> *BICAS* >>>>> >> >>>>> >> 2001 N. 7th Ave. | Tucson, AZ 85701 | Shop: 520-628-7950 >>>>> >> >>>>> >> carlyn.arteaga(a)bicas.org | www.bicas.org | Facebook >>>>> >> <http://www.facebook.com/bicascollective/> | Instagram >>>>> >> <http://www.instagram.com/bicastucson/> >>>>> >> >>>>> >> >>>>> >> >>>>> >> *Through advocacy and bicycle salvage, our mission is to >>>>> participate >>>>> >> in >>>>> >> affordable bicycle transportation, education, and creative >>>>> recycling >>>>> >> with >>>>> >> our greater Tucson community.* >>>>> > >>>>> > >>>>> > ____________________________________ >>>>> > >>>>> > The ThinkTank mailing List >>>>> > >>>>> > Unsubscribe from this list here: >>>>> > >>>>> http://lists.bikecollectives.org/options.cgi/thethinktank-bikecollectives.o… >>>>> ____________________________________ >>>>> >>>>> The ThinkTank mailing List >>>>> >>>>> Unsubscribe from this list here: >>>>> http://lists.bikecollectives.org/options.cgi/thethinktank-bikecollectives.o… >>>>> >>>>> ____________________________________ >>> >>> The ThinkTank mailing List >>> >>> Unsubscribe from this list here: >>> http://lists.bikecollectives.org/options.cgi/thethinktank-bikecollectives.o… >>> >>> >> >> -- >> >> *BICAS* >> >> 2001 N 7th Ave | Tucson, AZ 85705 | Shop: 520-628-7950 >> >> bicas(a)bicas.org | www.bicas.org | Facebook >> <http://www.facebook.com/bicascollective/> | Instagram >> <http://www.instagram.com/bicastucson/> >> >> >> *Through advocacy and bicycle salvage, our mission is to participate in >> affordable bicycle transportation, education, and creative recycling with >> our greater Tucson community.* >> ____________________________________ >> >> The ThinkTank mailing List >> >> Unsubscribe from this list here: >> http://lists.bikecollectives.org/options.cgi/thethinktank-bikecollectives.o… >> >> > > > ---------- Forwarded message ---------- > From: Jesse Cooper <jessecooper0(a)gmail.com> > To: The Think Tank <thethinktank(a)lists.bikecollectives.org> > Cc: > Bcc: > Date: Thu, 2 Apr 2020 17:23:42 -0700 > Subject: Re: [TheThinkTank] the virus and community bike shops, essential > services thought > Our Community Bikes is opened for limited hours with only the service > department operating through appointments only. > We will be expanding our service hours next week. We have a very large > base of low income and front line working riders, so we would like to meet > their needs, while monitoring our potential to be a vector. > > We have distancing protocols, and disinfecting protocols now in place. > These were pieced together with the help of both our federal health > guidelines, WHO and CDC, and as they work for the Red Cross, have also have > some of these protocols. Most of the recommendations are similar anyhow. > > Cleaning protocols > > Refer to CDC interim recommendations here: > > > https://www.cdc.gov/coronavirus/2019-ncov/community/organizations/cleaning-… > > OCB General Enhanced Protocol > > - > > Staff and volunteers who are not feeling well are asked to stay home > - > > Door signage reminding clients and visitors who are not feeling well > or who suspect they have been exposed to COVID-19 to stay home and not come > inside > - > > The door to the shop should be locked and clients are asked to knock > as we won’t be answering the phone to capacity > - > > Appointments are necessary, as we will minimize the number of people > coming through the shop who are not able to receive service. > - > > Staff must maintain the recommended 2m distance for social distancing > at all times. > > There will be a taped line on the floor to help observe this at the front > counter. Enter the required amount on the electronic transaction machine > and step away from the counter to allow the customer to approach. > > - > > Wipe down common services between each client (e.g. debit machine > pinpad, register keys, keyboard, mouse, pens, counter, doorknob). > - > > An alcohol-based hand sanitizer that contains 60%-95% alcohol content > should be available for all clients upon entering the shop. > - > > When possible, we will equip staff with personal protective equipment > like gloves and masks. > > To consider > > - > > If we have any forms or paperwork that normally require sign-off, we > should look at whether we can adapt that process (e.g. verbal confirmation > rather than requiring a signature) > - > > Staff will do an assessment of areas of risk within the shop and > follow procedures to minimize the risk. Some areas of detail like dirty > rags, disinfecting the disinfecting spray bottle, phones, doorknobs, toilet > plunger, keypads, keyboards, keyboard mice, electronics buttons, tool cases > and tools, drawer knobs, cash register keys and trays, keys, bin handles, > etc > > Where necessary, additional measures will be put in place in accordance > with recommendations of public health officials. > > Cleaning surfaces: > > - > > Wear disposable gloves and fist spray down with soapy water > - > > Wipe clear with a clean disposable towel and spray with disinfectant > - > > (70% plus IsoPropyl Alcohol or diluted bleach solution of 4 > teaspoons per quart of water) > - > > WARNING : Do NOT MIX IsoPropyl with bleach! This will create > chloroform and hydrochloric acid, as well as chloroacetone or > dichloroacetone. These compounds can cause damage to the nervous system, > lungs, kidneys, liver, eyes, and skin.) > - > > Let sit and wipe > - > > Dispose of used towel / rag in garbage as well as the gloves > - > > Wash hands thoroughly with soap and water for a minimum of 20 seconds > > > > Cleaning tools and tool cases: > > - > > Wear disposable gloves and fist spray down with soapy water > - > > Wipe clear with a clean disposable towel and spray with disinfectant > - > > (70% plus IsoPropyl Alcohol or diluted bleach solution of 4 > teaspoons per quart of water) > - > > WARNING : Do NOT MIX IsoPropyl with bleach! This will create > chloroform and hydrochloric acid, as well as chloroacetone or > dichloroacetone. These compounds can cause damage to the nervous system, > lungs, kidneys, liver, eyes, and skin.) > - > > Let sit and wipe > - > > Dispose of used towel / rag in garbage as well as the gloves > - > > Wash hands thoroughly with soap and water for a minimum of 20 seconds > > > > Cleaning bikes on drop off: > > - > > Receive bike and use a wheel prop to stand bike in place > - > > Wear disposable gloves and fist spray down with soapy water > - > > Wipe clear with a clean disposable towel and spray with disinfectant > - > > (70% plus IsoPropyl Alcohol or diluted bleach solution of 4 > teaspoons per quart of water) > - > > WARNING : Do NOT MIX IsoPropyl with bleach! This will create > chloroform and hydrochloric acid, as well as chloroacetone or > dichloroacetone. These compounds can cause damage to the nervous system, > lungs, kidneys, liver, eyes, and skin.) > - > > Let sit and wipe > - > > Dispose of used towel / rag in garbage as well as the gloves > - > > Wash hands thoroughly with soap and water for a minimum of 20 seconds > - > > Continue with intake > > > Cleaning bikes at pick up: > > - > > After work is completed use a wheel prop to stand bike in place > - > > Wear disposable gloves and fist spray down with soapy water > - > > Wipe clear with a clean disposable towel and spray with disinfectant > - > > (70% plus IsoPropyl Alcohol or diluted bleach solution of 4 > teaspoons per quart of water) > - > > WARNING : Do NOT MIX IsoPropyl with bleach! This will create > chloroform and hydrochloric acid, as well as chloroacetone or > dichloroacetone. These compounds can cause damage to the nervous system, > lungs, kidneys, liver, eyes, and skin.) > - > > Let sit and wipe > - > > Dispose of used towel / rag in garbage as well as the gloves > - > > Wash hands thoroughly with soap and water for a minimum of 20 seconds > - > > After payment is processed direct client to maneuver the bike out of > the building > > > Cleaning parts for individual sale > > - > > Wipe clear with a clean disposable towel and spray with disinfectant > - > > (70% plus IsoPropyl Alcohol or diluted bleach solution of 4 > teaspoons per quart of water) > - > > WARNING : Do NOT MIX IsoPropyl with bleach! This will create > chloroform and hydrochloric acid, as well as chloroacetone or > dichloroacetone. These compounds can cause damage to the nervous system, > lungs, kidneys, liver, eyes, and skin.) > - > > Let sit and wipe > - > > Dispose of used towel / rag in garbage as well as the gloves > - > > Wash hands thoroughly with soap and water for a minimum of 20 seconds > > > Outstanding tasks > > Tape customer limits at till, and outside the door for line up if required? > > > Communications > > Some important messaging > > - > > The health and safety of our staff, volunteers and clients is our top > priority. > - > > We recognize that access to bikes is important for physical and mental > health, and that for many people cycling provides a social distancing > alternative to public transportation. With that in mind we are looking at > ways to adjust the way the shop works to continue to serve the community. > > We encourage everyone to follow all recommendations outlined by the Public > Health Agency of Canada. What you can do to prevent illness: > > - > > Regularly wash your hands with warm water and soap, or use hand > sanitizer for at least 20 seconds > - > > Avoid close contact with people who are sick > - > > Frequently clean and disinfect common surfaces like desk, countertops, > doorknobs, phones, remote controls, keyboards, and phones > - > > Avoid touching your eyes, nose, and mouth > - > > Practise social distancing – staying home as much as possible and > keeping 2 metres between you and others > - > > Monitor your personal health and stay home if you are sick, even if > your symptoms are mild > > Remember to be aware of the spread of misinformation. Credible sources of > information about COVID-19 include www.canada.ca/coronavirus, www.bccdc.ca > or via the dedicated COVID-19 line at 1-888-COVID19. > > On Thu, Apr 2, 2020 at 4:11 PM Deb Salls <deb(a)bikeworks.org> wrote: > >> Caryn >> >> I can talk to you more about this if you would like. We are working on >> this too. We have a pretty extensive Safety Precautions document and we >> are open for appointment-only bike repair with our Bike Shop. >> >> In short, we do do these steps below for safety in the Bike Shop (with >> some other steps for other areas of our org) We closed everything to the >> public in early March in an 'abundance of caution' to figure out what is >> going on with the COVID situation and last week 're-opened' with >> appointment only services, an ecommerce store and we have been doing a >> bunch of posting of special parts, frames, and bikes on eBay. Also we are >> still doing bike giveaways to low-income individuals by appointment-only or >> through community partners that are providing essential services. (FYI >> Seattle as of March 25 is in a "Stay-at-Home" mandate and a limited list of >> things have been deemed 'essential services) >> >> *BIKE SHOP SAFETY PRACTICES* >> >> Bike Works Bike Shop is CLOSED to the public- No entry into our >> facilities is allowed by members of the public >> >> Repair service(s) are offered by appointment only. Customers can email or >> phone to schedule their appointment and discuss the services they think are >> in need. Payment will be taken over the phone when work is completed or >> through our website. We are giving 50% discounts on repairs ( parts and >> labor) for grocery store workers, medical staff and social services >> professionals providing other essential services. >> >> We will follow these steps for safety precautions: >> >> 1.) Customers will drop their bicycles at the porch and lock up using the >> provided combination word lock. Locks will be sanitized each time a staff >> person uses it. Word locks will have their combination changed at the start >> of each day with a record kept of each word used and on which day. >> >> 2.) Mechanics will disinfect the bikes before bringing them into the >> shop, assess the best service for the bicycle and call the customer to >> confirm service needed >> >> 3.) Once repairs are completed the bikes will be disinfected again, >> customers will be called to arrange pick up and we will return to the porch >> and lock up with combo lock. *Point person for this process: Lead Mechanic >> >> 4.) Mechanics will use gloves at all times while working on bicycles >> >> 5.) Physical Distancing *must *be used in the workplace of at least 6 >> feet at all times. One mechanic will work using the stands on the sales >> floor while a second will occupy the upper level Sun Room. Mechanics can >> access the shop through separate doorways to mitigate exposure (porch >> entrance and side door to Blue Room). >> >> 6.) Shared spaces such as the bathroom and office will be cleaned with >> each use. The office computer will be used *only* for business-related >> needs. Personal use while on break, etc. will be prohibited. Please refrain >> from using the kitchenette to prepare food. >> >> 7.) Clean AND disinfect frequently touched objects and surfaces such as >> workstations, keyboards, telephones, handrails, phones and doorknobs. Dirty >> surfaces should be cleaned with soap and water prior to disinfection. >> >> 8.) Avoid using other employees’ phones, desks, offices, or other work >> tools and equipment, when possible. If necessary, clean and disinfect them >> before and after use. >> >> >> Here is an article from the Seattle Bike Blog about this >> https://www.seattlebikeblog.com/2020/03/30/bike-works-reopens-shop-by-appoi… >> >> >> I hope this helps. Also, I should say- our Safety Precaution document is >> a working document and will change as the CDC or state or local public >> health or government officials recommend more / different things... like >> masks-- or whatever might come next and will also continue to incorporate >> any changes that staff think we should make to our practices to make them >> more safe. >> >> >> Thanks >> >> >> Deb >> >> <http://www.bikeworks.org/> >> Deb Salls >> *Executive Director* >> she/her pronouns what's this? >> <https://uwm.edu/lgbtrc/support/gender-pronouns/> >> 206.695.2607 >> <https://www.facebook.com/BikeWorksSeattle> >> <https://twitter.com/bikeworks206> >> <https://www.instagram.com/bikeworks206/> bikeworks.org >> >> >> *Bike Works promotes the bicycleas a vehicle for change to empoweryouth >> and build resilient communities.* >> *Bike Shop: *3709 S Ferdinand St, Seattle, WA 98118 >> <https://www.google.com/maps/place/3709+S+Ferdinand+St,+Seattle,+WA+98118/@4…> >> *Office, Warehouse & Classrooms: *3715 S Hudson St #111, Seattle, WA >> 98118 >> <https://www.google.com/maps/place/3715+S+Hudson+St,+Seattle,+WA+98118/data=…> >> >> >> >> >> On Thu, Apr 2, 2020 at 3:48 PM BICAS <bicas(a)bicas.org> wrote: >> >>> Thanks everybody. I know many of us have had to make a new decision >>> every two days with the changing world around us so quickly. >>> >>> BICAS has 14 hourly wage staff, all of whom can still be paid by coming >>> in to refurbish bikes at the shop that will eventually be for sale after >>> all this is over, as long as they work far away from each other and clean >>> and disinfect everything after. Our Community Tools, classes, and retails >>> spaces have been shut down since mid-March, which is a heavy financial >>> burden. We are applying for local emergency grants and probably also for >>> the CARES Act loan. >>> >>> We have also decided to re-open mid-April for extremely limited services >>> - no members of the public will be allowed into the building, but staff >>> will provide sliding scale repairs to make bikes safe and rideable (no >>> needless changes and upgrades), prioritizing frontliners whose bike is >>> their main mode of transportation and/or people who cannot afford repairs >>> at retail shops (many of which never closed here in Arizona because our >>> governor has declared almost everything "essential" *eye roll emoji*.) >>> >>> I am still concerned about the prospect of people congregating outside >>> the building, but we have said if it becomes an issue, we will have to >>> close the shop completely again and disband everyone. >>> >>> Can anyone else who is staying open/providing some services respond >>> about your safety protocols? How do you space folks apart? Do you wipe down >>> bikes that come in? Do you cover the handlebars with something? Do you use >>> DIY masks? We would love to benefit from everyone's collective creativity >>> on "risk management." Thank you. >>> >>> ~Carlyn >>> >>> On Wed, Apr 1, 2020 at 11:26 AM Audrey Wiedemeier < >>> audrey(a)bikelibrary.org> wrote: >>> >>>> Pardon, but that last link is not the correct one. >>>> Here is the link to the folder with all our covid 19 docs: >>>> >>>> >>>> https://drive.google.com/drive/folders/1hPWES96NDNkez7TsgonqkklEzwQ6mTCV?us… >>>> >>>> >>>> >>>> Peace & grease, >>>> >>>> *Audrey Wiedemeier* (She/her/hers) >>>> Iowa City Bike Library, Director >>>> >>>> 700 S. Dubuque St, Iowa City >>>> *Hours: *Sat. 10-3, Mon. 5-7, Tues. 6-8, >>>> Wed. 6-8, Thurs. 6-8, Fri. 4:30-6:30 >>>> >>>> BikeLibrary.org >>>> C: (515) 450-1651 >>>> >>>> >>>> On Wed, Apr 1, 2020 at 1:23 PM Audrey Wiedemeier < >>>> audrey(a)bikelibrary.org> wrote: >>>> >>>>> Carlyn: I appreciate you asking for folks to respond kindly. I'll be >>>>> asking this of our volunteers and patrons who've been somewhat gruff. >>>>> >>>>> Bob: Opening stronger than ever is right! >>>>> >>>>> As of right now the Bike Library is closed, however, pending approval >>>>> from our board, we would like to start offering a "curbside bike checkout" >>>>> that is by appointment only. >>>>> >>>>> Here is the link to those documents. Check out the one titled: >>>>> Proposal for Curbside Checkout. >>>>> >>>>> >>>>> https://docs.google.com/document/d/1rZFtSJlY01X9gPCc_jT5vf8ayk5i2oeTJXuBlha… >>>>> >>>>> >>>>> Peace & grease, >>>>> >>>>> *Audrey Wiedemeier* (She/her/hers) >>>>> Iowa City Bike Library, Director >>>>> >>>>> 700 S. Dubuque St, Iowa City >>>>> *Hours: *Sat. 10-3, Mon. 5-7, Tues. 6-8, >>>>> Wed. 6-8, Thurs. 6-8, Fri. 4:30-6:30 >>>>> >>>>> BikeLibrary.org >>>>> C: (515) 450-1651 >>>>> >>>>> >>>>> On Thu, Mar 26, 2020 at 5:49 PM Cyclista Nicholas < >>>>> cyclista(a)inventati.org> wrote: >>>>> >>>>>> I've been worried about our workstation becoming a contamination >>>>>> depot, >>>>>> of course. All public surfaces, even if they are decontaminated >>>>>> regularly, will be to some extent. >>>>>> >>>>>> However, there is a significant percentage of our target demographic >>>>>> that relies on us for daily survival, and mainly I refer to the >>>>>> homeless. These are people who, if they didn't have our workstation, >>>>>> would just be doing some other sketchy thing contamination-wise to >>>>>> stay >>>>>> operational. >>>>>> >>>>>> The other sectors of our demographic don't need this kind of help, >>>>>> and >>>>>> probably have their own air pumps and remedial tools at home. I'm at >>>>>> the >>>>>> shop alone several times a week, and have a good idea who uses the >>>>>> station and when. Honestly, I don't think it's really being used >>>>>> except >>>>>> by a handful of solitary people, and they're mostly using the air >>>>>> pump. >>>>>> >>>>>> As for other public-facing activities, we're open for retail, and >>>>>> customers are instructed not to touch anything except bikes that are >>>>>> being testridden. This is another area that we don't face significant >>>>>> traffic, we get possibly one or two customers per day at most in >>>>>> these >>>>>> times. >>>>>> >>>>>> As for decontaminating bikes, I wipe down the seat, controls, grips, >>>>>> and >>>>>> top tube after each test ride, and when doing intake on a customer >>>>>> bike. >>>>>> >>>>>> Speaking of customer bikes, we are not a shop that does repair for >>>>>> people, we only teach people how to do repairs themselves. However, >>>>>> recently we got a typical misguided question via Facebook about how >>>>>> much >>>>>> we charged for a given repair, and it occurred to me that since we >>>>>> weren't allowing people to repair the bikes themselves, and had a >>>>>> decrease in things to do as a result of closing open shop, we might >>>>>> as >>>>>> well accept bikes for repair during this period. This is not >>>>>> something >>>>>> we advertise anywhere other than in direct response to a spontaneous >>>>>> request, and we make it clear to each customer that this is not a >>>>>> regular thing. We've had three customers of this type thus far. I >>>>>> feel >>>>>> that this transactional dynamic is one that's very easy create as a >>>>>> controlled process, and decontaminating bikes under this circumstance >>>>>> is >>>>>> trivial. Just another technical thing to do to a bike among the usual >>>>>> array of procedures. >>>>>> >>>>>> As for classification as an essential service, automobile repair >>>>>> garages >>>>>> are typically classified as essential services. We are a >>>>>> transportation >>>>>> provider and as assist to people who use their bikes to buy groceries >>>>>> and keep medical appointments. Bicycles are not a luxury and they are >>>>>> not primarily a recreational toy, they are a fundamental life utility >>>>>> and in some cases people rely on them to survive. >>>>>> >>>>>> I queried Claire from Vélorution Paris deliberately here to provide >>>>>> an >>>>>> example to the list of recognition that bicycles are an essential >>>>>> service - the city of Paris recognizes this. As of a few days ago, >>>>>> New >>>>>> York City does now as well. >>>>>> >>>>>> Of course, this means that if we *are* an essential service, this >>>>>> makes >>>>>> it even more imperative that we create and adhere to strict protocols >>>>>> to >>>>>> protect the community we serve even as we struggle to empower them. >>>>>> >>>>>> Stay strong, healthy and hopeful cyclistas! >>>>>> >>>>>> ~cyclista Nicholas >>>>>> >>>>>> >>>>>> On 2020-03-26 22:09, Bob Giordano wrote: >>>>>> > Hi Carlyn, >>>>>> > >>>>>> > at Free Cycles Missoula we've closed completely, >>>>>> > not even doing emergency bikes/repairs/drop offs, >>>>>> > anything. we'll have a good crop of sale bikes when >>>>>> > we reopen, and a clean, organized shop. >>>>>> > >>>>>> > Not doing outside public repair stands for the >>>>>> > reasons you've mentioned. >>>>>> > >>>>>> > We aim to reopen june 1st- could be earlier or >>>>>> > later- we just wanted a date in our staff of 4's >>>>>> > head. >>>>>> > >>>>>> > Our staff of 4 are working safely and responsibly >>>>>> > together, altho we've taken zones. We even have >>>>>> > 4 separate doors, 3 separate bathrooms, each have >>>>>> > a tool kit, etc. We're also mentally and physically >>>>>> > prepared to stay away from the shop completely, if >>>>>> > needed, which it looks more and more like. >>>>>> > >>>>>> > Our staff have been making these nimble and quick >>>>>> > decisions, keeping our small board up to date as >>>>>> > needed, and they are supportive of what we need to do. >>>>>> > >>>>>> > As we clean up around here, we're not doing 'free piles' >>>>>> > outside (too much public handling of stuff). We're staging >>>>>> > trash, thrift store, recycling piles. However we've had >>>>>> > a couple trusted folks take scrap steel away. >>>>>> > >>>>>> > We plan to reopen stronger than ever, and ultimately >>>>>> > we feel that is best for us and the community. Missoula >>>>>> > has been very supportive and understanding. >>>>>> > >>>>>> > 2 of us are also focusing on grants, all 4 of us are >>>>>> > taking time to think deeply, to share writings, and >>>>>> > slow down. >>>>>> > >>>>>> > Bob Giordano, Free Cycles Missoula >>>>>> > >>>>>> > >>>>>> > Quoting Carlyn Arteaga <carlyn.arteaga(a)bicas.org>: >>>>>> > >>>>>> >> I appreciate you sharing all your thoughts and ideas. >>>>>> >> >>>>>> >> At BICAS in Tucson we had to dismantle our outdoor fix a flat >>>>>> station. >>>>>> >> Staff working alone inside the shop witnessed clumps of people >>>>>> >> congregating >>>>>> >> very close to each other and at least one individual who was there >>>>>> for >>>>>> >> 3 >>>>>> >> hours coughing on everything. As much was we wanted to help people >>>>>> >> out, we >>>>>> >> couldn't justify the germ spreading station we had created. >>>>>> >> >>>>>> >> We have approved a skeleton plan for opening for limited repair >>>>>> >> services in >>>>>> >> a couple weeks. How are others handling this? How do you do >>>>>> intakes? >>>>>> >> By >>>>>> >> appointment only or do you take walk ins? How are you protecting >>>>>> your >>>>>> >> people and the public? How are you sanitizing bikes you work on? >>>>>> And >>>>>> >> in >>>>>> >> what ways do you see your services as an "essential service," >>>>>> keeping >>>>>> >> in >>>>>> >> mind that any interfacing with the public right now involves some >>>>>> >> amount of >>>>>> >> risk, for which the ultimate potential consequence is death? Or if >>>>>> you >>>>>> >> have >>>>>> >> decided to remain closed, how did you arrive at that decision, >>>>>> knowing >>>>>> >> that >>>>>> >> there are people who need bike help and are not going to be able >>>>>> to >>>>>> >> access >>>>>> >> it? >>>>>> >> >>>>>> >> I know these are the Big Questions (esp the last couple) we're all >>>>>> >> grappling with right now, I just wanted to have some frank >>>>>> >> conversations >>>>>> >> about why doing what we're doing right now so we can all chew it >>>>>> over. >>>>>> >> >>>>>> >> Please be kind with one another as we respond. None of us has the >>>>>> >> playbook >>>>>> >> for this crisis or truly even enough data yet to know which >>>>>> decisions >>>>>> >> will >>>>>> >> end of being the right ones in the end. >>>>>> >> Thank you all in advance, >>>>>> >> ~Carlyn >>>>>> >> >>>>>> >> -- >>>>>> >> >>>>>> >> *Carlyn Arteaga* >>>>>> >> >>>>>> >> *pronouns: they/them/theirs* >>>>>> >> >>>>>> >> Youth Program Coordinator >>>>>> >> >>>>>> >> *BICAS* >>>>>> >> >>>>>> >> 2001 N. 7th Ave. | Tucson, AZ 85701 | Shop: 520-628-7950 >>>>>> >> >>>>>> >> carlyn.arteaga(a)bicas.org | www.bicas.org | Facebook >>>>>> >> <http://www.facebook.com/bicascollective/> | Instagram >>>>>> >> <http://www.instagram.com/bicastucson/> >>>>>> >> >>>>>> >> >>>>>> >> >>>>>> >> *Through advocacy and bicycle salvage, our mission is to >>>>>> participate >>>>>> >> in >>>>>> >> affordable bicycle transportation, education, and creative >>>>>> recycling >>>>>> >> with >>>>>> >> our greater Tucson community.* >>>>>> > >>>>>> > >>>>>> > ____________________________________ >>>>>> > >>>>>> > The ThinkTank mailing List >>>>>> > >>>>>> > Unsubscribe from this list here: >>>>>> > >>>>>> http://lists.bikecollectives.org/options.cgi/thethinktank-bikecollectives.o… >>>>>> ____________________________________ >>>>>> >>>>>> The ThinkTank mailing List >>>>>> >>>>>> Unsubscribe from this list here: >>>>>> http://lists.bikecollectives.org/options.cgi/thethinktank-bikecollectives.o… >>>>>> >>>>>> ____________________________________ >>>> >>>> The ThinkTank mailing List >>>> >>>> Unsubscribe from this list here: >>>> http://lists.bikecollectives.org/options.cgi/thethinktank-bikecollectives.o… >>>> >>>> >>> >>> -- >>> >>> *BICAS* >>> >>> 2001 N 7th Ave | Tucson, AZ 85705 | Shop: 520-628-7950 >>> >>> bicas(a)bicas.org | www.bicas.org | Facebook >>> <http://www.facebook.com/bicascollective/> | Instagram >>> <http://www.instagram.com/bicastucson/> >>> >>> >>> *Through advocacy and bicycle salvage, our mission is to participate in >>> affordable bicycle transportation, education, and creative recycling with >>> our greater Tucson community.* >>> ____________________________________ >>> >>> The ThinkTank mailing List >>> >>> Unsubscribe from this list here: >>> http://lists.bikecollectives.org/options.cgi/thethinktank-bikecollectives.o… >>> >>> ____________________________________ >> >> The ThinkTank mailing List >> >> Unsubscribe from this list here: >> http://lists.bikecollectives.org/options.cgi/thethinktank-bikecollectives.o… >> >> > > > ---------- Forwarded message ---------- > From: Cyclista Nicholas <cyclista(a)inventati.org> > To: thethinktank(a)lists.bikecollectives.org > Cc: > Bcc: > Date: Fri, 03 Apr 2020 04:09:53 +0000 > Subject: Re: [TheThinkTank] the virus and community bike shops, essential > services thought > Deb, your procedure game is strong! Impressive. > > I already responded re: our procedures above, but since Carlyn is asking > again, to paraphrase, we're: > > -not allowing any open shop activities, i.e. no participant activities > at all > -one customer inside the shop at a time (people who come together, like > parents buying bikes for their children, count as a single customer) > -prohibiting individuals who are ill in any way from being in the space > -maximum two workers in the shop at a time > -decontaminating bikes before and after working on them > -washing hands as soon as we arrive at the shop and before we touch > anything except the door controls and the light switches (which we > sanitize later) > -washing again any time that we touch our clothing, bodies, phones, or > anything outside the shop > > The one thing we seem to be doing differently than some is *not* > cleaning the tools and surfaces in the shop any more than average. > People are simply not allowed to touch anything unless they've washed > beforehand, are expected not to touch their face, body, clothing, or > personal effects during work with their hands, and are reminded that > since the shop may harbor any kind of pathogens, to wash again before > leaving. A.B.W. seems like the way of the moment. > > ~cyclista Nicholas > > > On 2020-04-03 00:23, Jesse Cooper wrote: > > Our Community Bikes is opened for limited hours with only the service > > department operating through appointments only. > > We will be expanding our service hours next week. We have a very large > > base of low income and front line working riders, so we would like to > > meet > > their needs, while monitoring our potential to be a vector. > > > > We have distancing protocols, and disinfecting protocols now in place. > > These were pieced together with the help of both our federal health > > guidelines, WHO and CDC, and as they work for the Red Cross, have also > > have > > some of these protocols. Most of the recommendations are similar > > anyhow. > > > > Cleaning protocols > > > > Refer to CDC interim recommendations here: > > > > > https://www.cdc.gov/coronavirus/2019-ncov/community/organizations/cleaning-… > > > > OCB General Enhanced Protocol > > > > - > > > > Staff and volunteers who are not feeling well are asked to stay home > > - > > > > Door signage reminding clients and visitors who are not feeling well > > or > > who suspect they have been exposed to COVID-19 to stay home and not > > come > > inside > > - > > > > The door to the shop should be locked and clients are asked to knock > > as > > we won’t be answering the phone to capacity > > - > > > > Appointments are necessary, as we will minimize the number of people > > coming through the shop who are not able to receive service. > > - > > > > Staff must maintain the recommended 2m distance for social > > distancing at > > all times. > > > > There will be a taped line on the floor to help observe this at the > > front > > counter. Enter the required amount on the electronic transaction > > machine > > and step away from the counter to allow the customer to approach. > > > > - > > > > Wipe down common services between each client (e.g. debit machine > > pinpad, register keys, keyboard, mouse, pens, counter, doorknob). > > - > > > > An alcohol-based hand sanitizer that contains 60%-95% alcohol > > content > > should be available for all clients upon entering the shop. > > - > > > > When possible, we will equip staff with personal protective > > equipment > > like gloves and masks. > > > > To consider > > > > - > > > > If we have any forms or paperwork that normally require sign-off, we > > should look at whether we can adapt that process (e.g. verbal > > confirmation > > rather than requiring a signature) > > - > > > > Staff will do an assessment of areas of risk within the shop and > > follow > > procedures to minimize the risk. Some areas of detail like dirty > > rags, > > disinfecting the disinfecting spray bottle, phones, doorknobs, > > toilet > > plunger, keypads, keyboards, keyboard mice, electronics buttons, > > tool cases > > and tools, drawer knobs, cash register keys and trays, keys, bin > > handles, > > etc > > > > Where necessary, additional measures will be put in place in accordance > > with recommendations of public health officials. > > > > Cleaning surfaces: > > > > - > > > > Wear disposable gloves and fist spray down with soapy water > > - > > > > Wipe clear with a clean disposable towel and spray with disinfectant > > - > > > > (70% plus IsoPropyl Alcohol or diluted bleach solution of 4 > > teaspoons per quart of water) > > - > > > > WARNING : Do NOT MIX IsoPropyl with bleach! This will create > > chloroform and hydrochloric acid, as well as chloroacetone or > > dichloroacetone. These compounds can cause damage to the nervous > > system, > > lungs, kidneys, liver, eyes, and skin.) > > - > > > > Let sit and wipe > > - > > > > Dispose of used towel / rag in garbage as well as the gloves > > - > > > > Wash hands thoroughly with soap and water for a minimum of 20 > > seconds > > > > > > > > Cleaning tools and tool cases: > > > > - > > > > Wear disposable gloves and fist spray down with soapy water > > - > > > > Wipe clear with a clean disposable towel and spray with disinfectant > > - > > > > (70% plus IsoPropyl Alcohol or diluted bleach solution of 4 > > teaspoons per quart of water) > > - > > > > WARNING : Do NOT MIX IsoPropyl with bleach! This will create > > chloroform and hydrochloric acid, as well as chloroacetone or > > dichloroacetone. These compounds can cause damage to the nervous > > system, > > lungs, kidneys, liver, eyes, and skin.) > > - > > > > Let sit and wipe > > - > > > > Dispose of used towel / rag in garbage as well as the gloves > > - > > > > Wash hands thoroughly with soap and water for a minimum of 20 > > seconds > > > > > > > > Cleaning bikes on drop off: > > > > - > > > > Receive bike and use a wheel prop to stand bike in place > > - > > > > Wear disposable gloves and fist spray down with soapy water > > - > > > > Wipe clear with a clean disposable towel and spray with disinfectant > > - > > > > (70% plus IsoPropyl Alcohol or diluted bleach solution of 4 > > teaspoons per quart of water) > > - > > > > WARNING : Do NOT MIX IsoPropyl with bleach! This will create > > chloroform and hydrochloric acid, as well as chloroacetone or > > dichloroacetone. These compounds can cause damage to the nervous > > system, > > lungs, kidneys, liver, eyes, and skin.) > > - > > > > Let sit and wipe > > - > > > > Dispose of used towel / rag in garbage as well as the gloves > > - > > > > Wash hands thoroughly with soap and water for a minimum of 20 > > seconds > > - > > > > Continue with intake > > > > > > Cleaning bikes at pick up: > > > > - > > > > After work is completed use a wheel prop to stand bike in place > > - > > > > Wear disposable gloves and fist spray down with soapy water > > - > > > > Wipe clear with a clean disposable towel and spray with disinfectant > > - > > > > (70% plus IsoPropyl Alcohol or diluted bleach solution of 4 > > teaspoons per quart of water) > > - > > > > WARNING : Do NOT MIX IsoPropyl with bleach! This will create > > chloroform and hydrochloric acid, as well as chloroacetone or > > dichloroacetone. These compounds can cause damage to the nervous > > system, > > lungs, kidneys, liver, eyes, and skin.) > > - > > > > Let sit and wipe > > - > > > > Dispose of used towel / rag in garbage as well as the gloves > > - > > > > Wash hands thoroughly with soap and water for a minimum of 20 > > seconds > > - > > > > After payment is processed direct client to maneuver the bike out of > > the > > building > > > > > > Cleaning parts for individual sale > > > > - > > > > Wipe clear with a clean disposable towel and spray with disinfectant > > - > > > > (70% plus IsoPropyl Alcohol or diluted bleach solution of 4 > > teaspoons per quart of water) > > - > > > > WARNING : Do NOT MIX IsoPropyl with bleach! This will create > > chloroform and hydrochloric acid, as well as chloroacetone or > > dichloroacetone. These compounds can cause damage to the nervous > > system, > > lungs, kidneys, liver, eyes, and skin.) > > - > > > > Let sit and wipe > > - > > > > Dispose of used towel / rag in garbage as well as the gloves > > - > > > > Wash hands thoroughly with soap and water for a minimum of 20 > > seconds > > > > > > Outstanding tasks > > > > Tape customer limits at till, and outside the door for line up if > > required? > > > > > > Communications > > > > Some important messaging > > > > - > > > > The health and safety of our staff, volunteers and clients is our > > top > > priority. > > - > > > > We recognize that access to bikes is important for physical and > > mental > > health, and that for many people cycling provides a social > > distancing > > alternative to public transportation. With that in mind we are > > looking at > > ways to adjust the way the shop works to continue to serve the > > community. > > > > We encourage everyone to follow all recommendations outlined by the > > Public > > Health Agency of Canada. What you can do to prevent illness: > > > > - > > > > Regularly wash your hands with warm water and soap, or use hand > > sanitizer for at least 20 seconds > > - > > > > Avoid close contact with people who are sick > > - > > > > Frequently clean and disinfect common surfaces like desk, > > countertops, > > doorknobs, phones, remote controls, keyboards, and phones > > - > > > > Avoid touching your eyes, nose, and mouth > > - > > > > Practise social distancing – staying home as much as possible and > > keeping 2 metres between you and others > > - > > > > Monitor your personal health and stay home if you are sick, even if > > your > > symptoms are mild > > > > Remember to be aware of the spread of misinformation. Credible sources > > of > > information about COVID-19 include www.canada.ca/coronavirus, > > www.bccdc.ca > > or via the dedicated COVID-19 line at 1-888-COVID19. > > > > On Thu, Apr 2, 2020 at 4:11 PM Deb Salls <deb(a)bikeworks.org> wrote: > > > >> Caryn > >> > >> I can talk to you more about this if you would like. We are working on > >> this too. We have a pretty extensive Safety Precautions document and > >> we > >> are open for appointment-only bike repair with our Bike Shop. > >> > >> In short, we do do these steps below for safety in the Bike Shop (with > >> some other steps for other areas of our org) We closed everything to > >> the > >> public in early March in an 'abundance of caution' to figure out what > >> is > >> going on with the COVID situation and last week 're-opened' with > >> appointment only services, an ecommerce store and we have been doing a > >> bunch of posting of special parts, frames, and bikes on eBay. Also we > >> are > >> still doing bike giveaways to low-income individuals by > >> appointment-only or > >> through community partners that are providing essential services. > >> (FYI > >> Seattle as of March 25 is in a "Stay-at-Home" mandate and a limited > >> list of > >> things have been deemed 'essential services) > >> > >> *BIKE SHOP SAFETY PRACTICES* > >> > >> Bike Works Bike Shop is CLOSED to the public- No entry into our > >> facilities > >> is allowed by members of the public > >> > >> Repair service(s) are offered by appointment only. Customers can email > >> or > >> phone to schedule their appointment and discuss the services they > >> think are > >> in need. Payment will be taken over the phone when work is completed > >> or > >> through our website. We are giving 50% discounts on repairs ( parts > >> and > >> labor) for grocery store workers, medical staff and social services > >> professionals providing other essential services. > >> > >> We will follow these steps for safety precautions: > >> > >> 1.) Customers will drop their bicycles at the porch and lock up using > >> the > >> provided combination word lock. Locks will be sanitized each time a > >> staff > >> person uses it. Word locks will have their combination changed at the > >> start > >> of each day with a record kept of each word used and on which day. > >> > >> 2.) Mechanics will disinfect the bikes before bringing them into the > >> shop, > >> assess the best service for the bicycle and call the customer to > >> confirm > >> service needed > >> > >> 3.) Once repairs are completed the bikes will be disinfected again, > >> customers will be called to arrange pick up and we will return to the > >> porch > >> and lock up with combo lock. *Point person for this process: Lead > >> Mechanic > >> > >> 4.) Mechanics will use gloves at all times while working on bicycles > >> > >> 5.) Physical Distancing *must *be used in the workplace of at least 6 > >> feet at all times. One mechanic will work using the stands on the > >> sales > >> floor while a second will occupy the upper level Sun Room. Mechanics > >> can > >> access the shop through separate doorways to mitigate exposure (porch > >> entrance and side door to Blue Room). > >> > >> 6.) Shared spaces such as the bathroom and office will be cleaned with > >> each use. The office computer will be used *only* for business-related > >> needs. Personal use while on break, etc. will be prohibited. Please > >> refrain > >> from using the kitchenette to prepare food. > >> > >> 7.) Clean AND disinfect frequently touched objects and surfaces such > >> as > >> workstations, keyboards, telephones, handrails, phones and doorknobs. > >> Dirty > >> surfaces should be cleaned with soap and water prior to disinfection. > >> > >> 8.) Avoid using other employees’ phones, desks, offices, or other work > >> tools and equipment, when possible. If necessary, clean and disinfect > >> them > >> before and after use. > >> > >> > >> Here is an article from the Seattle Bike Blog about this > >> > https://www.seattlebikeblog.com/2020/03/30/bike-works-reopens-shop-by-appoi… > >> > >> > >> I hope this helps. Also, I should say- our Safety Precaution document > >> is a > >> working document and will change as the CDC or state or local public > >> health > >> or government officials recommend more / different things... like > >> masks-- > >> or whatever might come next and will also continue to incorporate any > >> changes that staff think we should make to our practices to make them > >> more > >> safe. > >> > >> > >> Thanks > >> > >> > >> Deb > >> > >> <http://www.bikeworks.org/> > >> Deb Salls > >> *Executive Director* > >> she/her pronouns what's this? > >> <https://uwm.edu/lgbtrc/support/gender-pronouns/> > >> 206.695.2607 > >> <https://www.facebook.com/BikeWorksSeattle> > >> <https://twitter.com/bikeworks206> > >> <https://www.instagram.com/bikeworks206/> bikeworks.org > >> > >> > >> *Bike Works promotes the bicycleas a vehicle for change to > >> empoweryouth > >> and build resilient communities.* > >> *Bike Shop: *3709 S Ferdinand St, Seattle, WA 98118 > >> < > https://www.google.com/maps/place/3709+S+Ferdinand+St,+Seattle,+WA+98118/@4… > > > >> *Office, Warehouse & Classrooms: *3715 S Hudson St #111, Seattle, WA > >> 98118 > >> < > https://www.google.com/maps/place/3715+S+Hudson+St,+Seattle,+WA+98118/data=… > > > >> > >> > >> > >> > >> On Thu, Apr 2, 2020 at 3:48 PM BICAS <bicas(a)bicas.org> wrote: > >> > >>> Thanks everybody. I know many of us have had to make a new decision > >>> every > >>> two days with the changing world around us so quickly. > >>> > >>> BICAS has 14 hourly wage staff, all of whom can still be paid by > >>> coming > >>> in to refurbish bikes at the shop that will eventually be for sale > >>> after > >>> all this is over, as long as they work far away from each other and > >>> clean > >>> and disinfect everything after. Our Community Tools, classes, and > >>> retails > >>> spaces have been shut down since mid-March, which is a heavy > >>> financial > >>> burden. We are applying for local emergency grants and probably also > >>> for > >>> the CARES Act loan. > >>> > >>> We have also decided to re-open mid-April for extremely limited > >>> services > >>> - no members of the public will be allowed into the building, but > >>> staff > >>> will provide sliding scale repairs to make bikes safe and rideable > >>> (no > >>> needless changes and upgrades), prioritizing frontliners whose bike > >>> is > >>> their main mode of transportation and/or people who cannot afford > >>> repairs > >>> at retail shops (many of which never closed here in Arizona because > >>> our > >>> governor has declared almost everything "essential" *eye roll > >>> emoji*.) > >>> > >>> I am still concerned about the prospect of people congregating > >>> outside > >>> the building, but we have said if it becomes an issue, we will have > >>> to > >>> close the shop completely again and disband everyone. > >>> > >>> Can anyone else who is staying open/providing some services respond > >>> about > >>> your safety protocols? How do you space folks apart? Do you wipe down > >>> bikes > >>> that come in? Do you cover the handlebars with something? Do you use > >>> DIY > >>> masks? We would love to benefit from everyone's collective creativity > >>> on > >>> "risk management." Thank you. > >>> > >>> ~Carlyn > >>> > >>> On Wed, Apr 1, 2020 at 11:26 AM Audrey Wiedemeier > >>> <audrey(a)bikelibrary.org> > >>> wrote: > >>> > >>>> Pardon, but that last link is not the correct one. > >>>> Here is the link to the folder with all our covid 19 docs: > >>>> > >>>> > >>>> > https://drive.google.com/drive/folders/1hPWES96NDNkez7TsgonqkklEzwQ6mTCV?us… > >>>> > >>>> > >>>> > >>>> Peace & grease, > >>>> > >>>> *Audrey Wiedemeier* (She/her/hers) > >>>> Iowa City Bike Library, Director > >>>> > >>>> 700 S. Dubuque St, Iowa City > >>>> *Hours: *Sat. 10-3, Mon. 5-7, Tues. 6-8, > >>>> Wed. 6-8, Thurs. 6-8, Fri. 4:30-6:30 > >>>> > >>>> BikeLibrary.org > >>>> C: (515) 450-1651 > >>>> > >>>> > >>>> On Wed, Apr 1, 2020 at 1:23 PM Audrey Wiedemeier > >>>> <audrey(a)bikelibrary.org> > >>>> wrote: > >>>> > >>>>> Carlyn: I appreciate you asking for folks to respond kindly. I'll > >>>>> be > >>>>> asking this of our volunteers and patrons who've been somewhat > >>>>> gruff. > >>>>> > >>>>> Bob: Opening stronger than ever is right! > >>>>> > >>>>> As of right now the Bike Library is closed, however, pending > >>>>> approval > >>>>> from our board, we would like to start offering a "curbside bike > >>>>> checkout" > >>>>> that is by appointment only. > >>>>> > >>>>> Here is the link to those documents. Check out the one titled: > >>>>> Proposal > >>>>> for Curbside Checkout. > >>>>> > >>>>> > >>>>> > https://docs.google.com/document/d/1rZFtSJlY01X9gPCc_jT5vf8ayk5i2oeTJXuBlha… > >>>>> > >>>>> > >>>>> Peace & grease, > >>>>> > >>>>> *Audrey Wiedemeier* (She/her/hers) > >>>>> Iowa City Bike Library, Director > >>>>> > >>>>> 700 S. Dubuque St, Iowa City > >>>>> *Hours: *Sat. 10-3, Mon. 5-7, Tues. 6-8, > >>>>> Wed. 6-8, Thurs. 6-8, Fri. 4:30-6:30 > >>>>> > >>>>> BikeLibrary.org > >>>>> C: (515) 450-1651 > >>>>> > >>>>> > >>>>> On Thu, Mar 26, 2020 at 5:49 PM Cyclista Nicholas < > >>>>> cyclista(a)inventati.org> wrote: > >>>>> > >>>>>> I've been worried about our workstation becoming a contamination > >>>>>> depot, > >>>>>> of course. All public surfaces, even if they are decontaminated > >>>>>> regularly, will be to some extent. > >>>>>> > >>>>>> However, there is a significant percentage of our target > >>>>>> demographic > >>>>>> that relies on us for daily survival, and mainly I refer to the > >>>>>> homeless. These are people who, if they didn't have our > >>>>>> workstation, > >>>>>> would just be doing some other sketchy thing contamination-wise to > >>>>>> stay > >>>>>> operational. > >>>>>> > >>>>>> The other sectors of our demographic don't need this kind of help, > >>>>>> and > >>>>>> probably have their own air pumps and remedial tools at home. I'm > >>>>>> at > >>>>>> the > >>>>>> shop alone several times a week, and have a good idea who uses the > >>>>>> station and when. Honestly, I don't think it's really being used > >>>>>> except > >>>>>> by a handful of solitary people, and they're mostly using the air > >>>>>> pump. > >>>>>> > >>>>>> As for other public-facing activities, we're open for retail, and > >>>>>> customers are instructed not to touch anything except bikes that > >>>>>> are > >>>>>> being testridden. This is another area that we don't face > >>>>>> significant > >>>>>> traffic, we get possibly one or two customers per day at most in > >>>>>> these > >>>>>> times. > >>>>>> > >>>>>> As for decontaminating bikes, I wipe down the seat, controls, > >>>>>> grips, > >>>>>> and > >>>>>> top tube after each test ride, and when doing intake on a customer > >>>>>> bike. > >>>>>> > >>>>>> Speaking of customer bikes, we are not a shop that does repair for > >>>>>> people, we only teach people how to do repairs themselves. > >>>>>> However, > >>>>>> recently we got a typical misguided question via Facebook about > >>>>>> how > >>>>>> much > >>>>>> we charged for a given repair, and it occurred to me that since we > >>>>>> weren't allowing people to repair the bikes themselves, and had a > >>>>>> decrease in things to do as a result of closing open shop, we > >>>>>> might as > >>>>>> well accept bikes for repair during this period. This is not > >>>>>> something > >>>>>> we advertise anywhere other than in direct response to a > >>>>>> spontaneous > >>>>>> request, and we make it clear to each customer that this is not a > >>>>>> regular thing. We've had three customers of this type thus far. I > >>>>>> feel > >>>>>> that this transactional dynamic is one that's very easy create as > >>>>>> a > >>>>>> controlled process, and decontaminating bikes under this > >>>>>> circumstance > >>>>>> is > >>>>>> trivial. Just another technical thing to do to a bike among the > >>>>>> usual > >>>>>> array of procedures. > >>>>>> > >>>>>> As for classification as an essential service, automobile repair > >>>>>> garages > >>>>>> are typically classified as essential services. We are a > >>>>>> transportation > >>>>>> provider and as assist to people who use their bikes to buy > >>>>>> groceries > >>>>>> and keep medical appointments. Bicycles are not a luxury and they > >>>>>> are > >>>>>> not primarily a recreational toy, they are a fundamental life > >>>>>> utility > >>>>>> and in some cases people rely on them to survive. > >>>>>> > >>>>>> I queried Claire from Vélorution Paris deliberately here to > >>>>>> provide an > >>>>>> example to the list of recognition that bicycles are an essential > >>>>>> service - the city of Paris recognizes this. As of a few days ago, > >>>>>> New > >>>>>> York City does now as well. > >>>>>> > >>>>>> Of course, this means that if we *are* an essential service, this > >>>>>> makes > >>>>>> it even more imperative that we create and adhere to strict > >>>>>> protocols > >>>>>> to > >>>>>> protect the community we serve even as we struggle to empower > >>>>>> them. > >>>>>> > >>>>>> Stay strong, healthy and hopeful cyclistas! > >>>>>> > >>>>>> ~cyclista Nicholas > >>>>>> > >>>>>> > >>>>>> On 2020-03-26 22:09, Bob Giordano wrote: > >>>>>> > Hi Carlyn, > >>>>>> > > >>>>>> > at Free Cycles Missoula we've closed completely, > >>>>>> > not even doing emergency bikes/repairs/drop offs, > >>>>>> > anything. we'll have a good crop of sale bikes when > >>>>>> > we reopen, and a clean, organized shop. > >>>>>> > > >>>>>> > Not doing outside public repair stands for the > >>>>>> > reasons you've mentioned. > >>>>>> > > >>>>>> > We aim to reopen june 1st- could be earlier or > >>>>>> > later- we just wanted a date in our staff of 4's > >>>>>> > head. > >>>>>> > > >>>>>> > Our staff of 4 are working safely and responsibly > >>>>>> > together, altho we've taken zones. We even have > >>>>>> > 4 separate doors, 3 separate bathrooms, each have > >>>>>> > a tool kit, etc. We're also mentally and physically > >>>>>> > prepared to stay away from the shop completely, if > >>>>>> > needed, which it looks more and more like. > >>>>>> > > >>>>>> > Our staff have been making these nimble and quick > >>>>>> > decisions, keeping our small board up to date as > >>>>>> > needed, and they are supportive of what we need to do. > >>>>>> > > >>>>>> > As we clean up around here, we're not doing 'free piles' > >>>>>> > outside (too much public handling of stuff). We're staging > >>>>>> > trash, thrift store, recycling piles. However we've had > >>>>>> > a couple trusted folks take scrap steel away. > >>>>>> > > >>>>>> > We plan to reopen stronger than ever, and ultimately > >>>>>> > we feel that is best for us and the community. Missoula > >>>>>> > has been very supportive and understanding. > >>>>>> > > >>>>>> > 2 of us are also focusing on grants, all 4 of us are > >>>>>> > taking time to think deeply, to share writings, and > >>>>>> > slow down. > >>>>>> > > >>>>>> > Bob Giordano, Free Cycles Missoula > >>>>>> > > >>>>>> > > >>>>>> > Quoting Carlyn Arteaga <carlyn.arteaga(a)bicas.org>: > >>>>>> > > >>>>>> >> I appreciate you sharing all your thoughts and ideas. > >>>>>> >> > >>>>>> >> At BICAS in Tucson we had to dismantle our outdoor fix a flat > >>>>>> station. > >>>>>> >> Staff working alone inside the shop witnessed clumps of people > >>>>>> >> congregating > >>>>>> >> very close to each other and at least one individual who was > there > >>>>>> for > >>>>>> >> 3 > >>>>>> >> hours coughing on everything. As much was we wanted to help > people > >>>>>> >> out, we > >>>>>> >> couldn't justify the germ spreading station we had created. > >>>>>> >> > >>>>>> >> We have approved a skeleton plan for opening for limited repair > >>>>>> >> services in > >>>>>> >> a couple weeks. How are others handling this? How do you do > >>>>>> intakes? > >>>>>> >> By > >>>>>> >> appointment only or do you take walk ins? How are you protecting > >>>>>> your > >>>>>> >> people and the public? How are you sanitizing bikes you work on? > >>>>>> And > >>>>>> >> in > >>>>>> >> what ways do you see your services as an "essential service," > >>>>>> keeping > >>>>>> >> in > >>>>>> >> mind that any interfacing with the public right now involves some > >>>>>> >> amount of > >>>>>> >> risk, for which the ultimate potential consequence is death? Or > if > >>>>>> you > >>>>>> >> have > >>>>>> >> decided to remain closed, how did you arrive at that decision, > >>>>>> knowing > >>>>>> >> that > >>>>>> >> there are people who need bike help and are not going to be able > to > >>>>>> >> access > >>>>>> >> it? > >>>>>> >> > >>>>>> >> I know these are the Big Questions (esp the last couple) we're > all > >>>>>> >> grappling with right now, I just wanted to have some frank > >>>>>> >> conversations > >>>>>> >> about why doing what we're doing right now so we can all chew it > >>>>>> over. > >>>>>> >> > >>>>>> >> Please be kind with one another as we respond. None of us has the > >>>>>> >> playbook > >>>>>> >> for this crisis or truly even enough data yet to know which > >>>>>> decisions > >>>>>> >> will > >>>>>> >> end of being the right ones in the end. > >>>>>> >> Thank you all in advance, > >>>>>> >> ~Carlyn > >>>>>> >> > >>>>>> >> -- > >>>>>> >> > >>>>>> >> *Carlyn Arteaga* > >>>>>> >> > >>>>>> >> *pronouns: they/them/theirs* > >>>>>> >> > >>>>>> >> Youth Program Coordinator > >>>>>> >> > >>>>>> >> *BICAS* > >>>>>> >> > >>>>>> >> 2001 N. 7th Ave. | Tucson, AZ 85701 | Shop: 520-628-7950 > >>>>>> >> > >>>>>> >> carlyn.arteaga(a)bicas.org | www.bicas.org | Facebook > >>>>>> >> <http://www.facebook.com/bicascollective/> | Instagram > >>>>>> >> <http://www.instagram.com/bicastucson/> > >>>>>> >> > >>>>>> >> > >>>>>> >> > >>>>>> >> *Through advocacy and bicycle salvage, our mission is to > >>>>>> participate > >>>>>> >> in > >>>>>> >> affordable bicycle transportation, education, and creative > >>>>>> recycling > >>>>>> >> with > >>>>>> >> our greater Tucson community.* > >>>>>> > > >>>>>> > > >>>>>> > ____________________________________ > >>>>>> > > >>>>>> > The ThinkTank mailing List > >>>>>> > > >>>>>> > Unsubscribe from this list here: > >>>>>> > > >>>>>> > http://lists.bikecollectives.org/options.cgi/thethinktank-bikecollectives.o… > >>>>>> ____________________________________ > >>>>>> > >>>>>> The ThinkTank mailing List > >>>>>> > >>>>>> Unsubscribe from this list here: > >>>>>> > http://lists.bikecollectives.org/options.cgi/thethinktank-bikecollectives.o… > >>>>>> > >>>>>> ____________________________________ > >>>> > >>>> The ThinkTank mailing List > >>>> > >>>> Unsubscribe from this list here: > >>>> > http://lists.bikecollectives.org/options.cgi/thethinktank-bikecollectives.o… > >>>> > >>>> > >>> > >>> -- > >>> > >>> *BICAS* > >>> > >>> 2001 N 7th Ave | Tucson, AZ 85705 | Shop: 520-628-7950 > >>> > >>> bicas(a)bicas.org | www.bicas.org | Facebook > >>> <http://www.facebook.com/bicascollective/> | Instagram > >>> <http://www.instagram.com/bicastucson/> > >>> > >>> > >>> *Through advocacy and bicycle salvage, our mission is to participate > >>> in > >>> affordable bicycle transportation, education, and creative recycling > >>> with > >>> our greater Tucson community.* > >>> ____________________________________ > >>> > >>> The ThinkTank mailing List > >>> > >>> Unsubscribe from this list here: > >>> > http://lists.bikecollectives.org/options.cgi/thethinktank-bikecollectives.o… > >>> > >>> ____________________________________ > >> > >> The ThinkTank mailing List > >> > >> Unsubscribe from this list here: > >> > http://lists.bikecollectives.org/options.cgi/thethinktank-bikecollectives.o… > >> > >> > > > > ____________________________________ > > > > The ThinkTank mailing List > > > > Unsubscribe from this list here: > > > http://lists.bikecollectives.org/options.cgi/thethinktank-bikecollectives.o… > > _______________________________________________ > Thethinktank mailing list > Thethinktank(a)lists.bikecollectives.org > > http://lists.bikecollectives.org/listinfo.cgi/thethinktank-bikecollectives.… >

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Re: [TheThinkTank] another use for inner tubes ; Thethinktank Digest, Vol 163, Issue 4
by Robert Rands 07 Apr '20

07 Apr '20

Latex would be better, likely, for against the skin~ except those that are allergic~ as well as being somewhat more usable. On the other hand, they would be more susceptible to breakage, as well as being harder to source for secondary use & more expensive in the beginning. (It is a rationale to using them, however.) They, also, deteriorate faster (in exposure to air). Though, more repairable. They are a natural product. Butyl rubber has an aroma. Yet, quite a good idea. Good work! ~Robert Rands, board member SoPo Bike Coöperative (Reynoldstown Atlanta) On Monday, April 6, 2020, 08:04:08 PM UTC, <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. another use for inner tubes (Andrew Yee) ---------------------------------------------------------------------- Message: 1 Date: Mon, 6 Apr 2020 12:42:25 -0700 From: Andrew Yee <andrew(a)bikex.org> To: The Think Tank <thethinktank(a)lists.bikecollectives.org> Subject: [TheThinkTank] another use for inner tubes Message-ID: <CAJC0fVmd73wDcKqyDifO2Oiv5+QiF8ArYOqx4QMT7u3nX73www(a)mail.gmail.com> Content-Type: text/plain; charset="utf-8" elastic is in short supply, so we did this with inner tubes: https://www.instagram.com/p/B-pr6DEldwT/ https://www.facebook.com/bikex.org/posts/1328479774024849 they're nice because you can make custom cut them to be wider around the head. curious if latex tubes would offer more compliance. ;-) -A -- Andrew Yee General Manager Silicon Valley Bicycle Exchange <https://bikex.org> | IG <https://www.instagram.com/bicycle.exchange/> | FB <https://www.facebook.com/bikex.org/> View our used bikes for sale here <https://svbikex.square.site/s/shop>

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Online curriculum for youth with STEM content
by Deb Salls 03 Apr '20

03 Apr '20

Hi All We are working on a series of online videos (COVIDeos) and courses for our community to continue to provide value during this strange time. We also want to create some online courses that youth could participate in while they are at home. We are thinking about something that involves STEM content about the physics and engineering behind the design of bikes ( or something like that) . It might involve a section about the parts of the bike and then go in depth about the various parts and why they are important to the overall function and efficiency of the bicycle. It would also involve a series of quizzes that youth could take about the content. Has anyone done anything like this? We have done some things like this in-person at schools with teachers helping on the science/ engineering side of things and we have lots of curriculums but nothing that is specifically written down in this area and thought some of you might have something like this Let me know if you are willing to share Thanks Deb <http://www.bikeworks.org/> Deb Salls *Executive Director* she/her pronouns what's this? <https://uwm.edu/lgbtrc/support/gender-pronouns/> 206.695.2607 <https://www.facebook.com/BikeWorksSeattle> <https://twitter.com/bikeworks206> <https://www.instagram.com/bikeworks206/> bikeworks.org *Bike Works promotes the bicycleas a vehicle for change to empoweryouth and build resilient communities.* *Bike Shop: *3709 S Ferdinand St, Seattle, WA 98118 <https://www.google.com/maps/place/3709+S+Ferdinand+St,+Seattle,+WA+98118/@4…> *Office, Warehouse & Classrooms: *3715 S Hudson St #111, Seattle, WA 98118 <https://www.google.com/maps/place/3715+S+Hudson+St,+Seattle,+WA+98118/data=…>

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Hiring a Shop Manager for Squeaky Wheel in London, ON
by Daniel Hall 03 Apr '20

03 Apr '20

Happy Monday folks, Squeaky Wheel Bike Co-op is looking to hire a dedicated shop manager to expand our open hours and programming to serve the London, Ontario community better. See the attached job description or read more here <https://buff.ly/2wpd4IZ>. Best, *Daniel Hall* Executive Director

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Women operated/own shops
by Tigre Bici 02 Apr '20

02 Apr '20

Hello everyone! So, a question has going on among us. Any of you know any bike shops on your city that are owned and/or operated by/mainly by women? Thanks R.

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staff review docs
by Geoff Heath 23 Mar '20

23 Mar '20

Hey folks So all this Covid-19/work from home whackiness has left me with some much needed admin time. Silver lining? I'm looking at revamping our staff reviews. I've attached what we used last year, which was great in lots of ways and a doc I want to continue to use. It's a goal-setting/self-review doc that I took the feedback from and worked performance feedback into. But I'm considering alternating years with a more traditional review process that measures folks' natural skillsets & personalities against their job descriptions and performance. Anyone have a staff performance review that they like and find useful? Thanks! G Geoff Heath, Education Director The Winnipeg Repair Education N' Cycling Hub 1057 Logan Ave. Winnipeg, MB R3E 3N8 Treaty 1 Territory, Homeland of the Metis Nation http://www.thewrench.ca 204-296-3389

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Motorized Bicycle Diversion
by eric clough 23 Mar '20

23 Mar '20

Hello Think Tank. First, I want to say thanks for all the great threads I have read on this list serv. I rarely post anything but I do read most posts and I have gained lots of great perspectives, including the recent impacts of covid, from you all. Now, on to what might be a welcome diversion from the whole virus topic. We have a very small community bike shop on the south coast of Oregon and we are constantly approached about motorized bicycles in one form or another. We are looking for examples of how to deal with those interested in motorizing bicycles. I will say that after a couple of experiences with community members bringing their 'moto-bikes' in to the shop we have now taken the position that we do not provide assistance on those projects and don't want such bikes in our shop. They are contrary to our mission of non-petroleum based transportation. How do other longer established shops handle this? We frequently get people in to buy rear wheels or frames they can use for moto-bikes. Or they want to purchase one of the bikes our volunteers have spent hours restoring and convert it to a moto-bike. We are considering saying no to any support for moto-bikes but we also recognize that community members use them as an alternative to cars/motorcycles for important transportation needs - like commuting to work. Thank you and solidarity! Front Street Community Bike Works Coos Bay, OR

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Rubbing alcohol substitutes, spraying grips with bleach, etc.
by Andrew Shaw-Kitch 21 Mar '20

21 Mar '20

Thanks for the lively conversation on how to ride the line between serving our community and doing our part not to spread covid-19. This is an unprecedented situation from all angles, so it's nice to have this group of like-minded folks from all over looking at things from this one. Here at Bikes for Humanity PDX we have postponed all classes, in-person programs, and open hours. We are doing bike adoptions on an appointment basis: (1) bikes are posted online for folks to browse, folks referred to us from partner organizations describe what they are looking for (2) a time is set 30 mins+ away from another appointment, and the adopter is asked if they'll need helmet, light, and/or lock. (3) We meet in the parking lot behind our space with a couple bike options, and any other items they might need. We feel this is a satisfactory means toward meeting the needs of people trying to access bikes as either a diversion or way to get to work, as well as our own needs of revenue and the fulfillment of our mission. Does anyone have insight on how to maximize social distancing and minimize shared contact of surfaces? I am also interested from a mechanical perspective, what the effect of watered down bleach is on grips, saddles, bar wrap. Since we only have so much rubbing alcohol, and it won't be easier to acquire anytime soon, we are looking for a way to ensure contact points are sterilized going forward. Spray bleach-water on grips and wipe with rag designated as the touch-points sanitizing rag? And since rubbing alcohol is now prioritized for non-bike purposes, what is another means of cleaning bearing systems, rims and disc rotors? I will be taking the crisis/opportunity ("crisitunity" in the phrasing of Homer Simpson) of having the doors closed to catch up refurbishment of the 100 bikes in our basement... -- -- *Andrew Shaw-Kitch (pronouns: he/him/his)* *Executive Director* *andrew(a)b4hpdx.org <andrewsk.b4hpdx(a)gmail.com>* *Our mission is to increase access to safe and affordable bikes while empowering self-sufficiency in bike maintenance and commuting.*

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Re: [TheThinkTank] Thethinktank Digest, Vol 162, Issue 9
by Edward Kirkwood 19 Mar '20

19 Mar '20

Broke Spoke here in Lexington, Kentucky has officially suspended all operations out of concern for our volunteers and their families. We tried offering only drop off repairs but realized even that was asking too much from our volunteers. To the rest of you out there, stay safe and try and take care of each other the best you can. Allen K. Broke Spoke Community Bike Shop Sent from my iPad > On Mar 19, 2020, at 4:04 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: Coronavirus Update / Thethinktank Digest, Vol 162, Issue > 7 (Robert Rands) > 2. Fwd: Bike Clark County Shop Closure (peter(a)BikeClarkCounty.org) > > > ---------------------------------------------------------------------- > > Message: 1 > Date: Wed, 18 Mar 2020 20:28:02 +0000 (UTC) > From: Robert Rands <cheerfulharmony(a)yahoo.com> > To: thethinktank(a)lists.bikecollectives.org > Subject: Re: [TheThinkTank] Coronavirus Update / Thethinktank Digest, > Vol 162, Issue 7 > Message-ID: <868348388.305351.1584563282654(a)mail.yahoo.com> > Content-Type: text/plain; charset=UTF-8 > > > > "Hopefully we've all done enough community work >>>> to help people learn skills to work together [& on their own] >>>> and fix things, with o[]r without a dedicated >>>> space."" > > > "Coronavirus Update: > > Sopo Bicycle Cooperative [Reynoldstown, Atlanta] is committed to the safety and health of our patrons and volunteers. As we navigate through these difficult times, we've decided to close operations until further notice." > > > ~Robert R. > > > > On Tuesday, March 17, 2020, 08:05:37 PM UTC, <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: Reliable infection numbers (BICAS ADMIN) > ? 2. Re: the virus and community bike shops, essential services > ? ? ? thought (carlyn.arteaga(a)bicas.org) > ? 3. Re: the virus and community bike shops, essential services > ? ? ? thought (Cyclista Nicholas) > ? 4. Re: the virus and community bike shops, essential services > ? ? ? thought (Edstewart) > ? 5. Re: the virus and community bike shops, essential services > ? ? ? thought (Mark Rehder) > ? 6. Re: Reliable infection numbers (General Manager) > ? 7. Re: Reliable ... pump for outside of shop (Jeff Potter) > ? 8. Re: Reliable ... pump for outside of shop (Anibal Davila) > ? 9. Re: Reliable ... pump for outside of shop (Christine Bourgeois) > > > ---------------------------------------------------------------------- > > Message: 1 > Date: Mon, 16 Mar 2020 14:32:06 -0700 > From: BICAS ADMIN <bicas(a)bicas.org> > To: The Think Tank <thethinktank(a)lists.bikecollectives.org> > Subject: Re: [TheThinkTank] Reliable infection numbers > Message-ID: <FDB33F84-5B38-4A9C-9717-A36B9BD8DA4A(a)bicas.org> > Content-Type: text/plain; charset="utf-8" > > We just suspended all public services at BICAS in Tucson AZ today. :( Does anyone have a brilliant design for a pump that can be left outside that is less likely to get stolen/mangled?? > > Sending best wishes out to all our community bikes buddies in these uncertain times. > > ~Carlyn > >> On Mar 13, 2020, at 8:48 AM, Jim Bledsoe <gamesbledsoe(a)gmail.com> wrote: >> >> here is a look at the 1918 'Spanish Flue' >> https://www.smithsonianmag.com/history/journal-plague-year-180965222/ >> >>> On Fri, Mar 13, 2020 at 7:25 AM William Beasley <wm.a.beasley(a)gmail.com> wrote: >>> Jeff- >>> Our shop is a mess, too, and we'd like to clean up and get ready for Spring. But just to be clear -- as of late yesterday, Ohio has 5 _confirmed_ cases of COVID-19. That 100,000 figure is an estimate from the Ohio Department of Health as to how many folks in Ohio might currently be carrying the virus, based on statistically extrapolating a rate of community spread. Yes, it's serious, and we need to be taking aggressive steps, but keeping perspective is important. >>> >>> William Beasley >>> Elyria Bike Education Center >>> >>> ?On 3/13/20, 10:07 AM, "Thethinktank on behalf of Jeff Potter" <thethinktank-bounces(a)lists.bikecollectives.org on behalf of jeff(a)outyourbackdoor.com> wrote: >>> >>> ? ? Thanks for the idea of leaving a pile of tubes and patches outside the door! >>> >>> ? ? I kinda like the idea of one worker in shop at a time. >>> >>> ? ? Our shop is a mess and we want to prep for spring here in Michigan. >>> >>> ? ? We?re still sorting out how to respond. Yes, possible to spread if asymptomatic but very very unlikely? It spreads via cough/sneeze. If our core gang of 3, say, shows up and nobody is symptomatic it seems like we will be fine. >>> >>> ? ? Ohio has 100k cases: high alert! MI has 2 cases known. Should MI be in a diff mode than OH? >>> >>> ? ? Or should we all go to ?stop all nonessential activity? mode to be safe? Tubes outside the shop can be done regardless ? we have hundreds of excess tubes! >>> >>> ? ? We?re talking 3 at a time ? this is not a ?big group.? It?s still doing social distancing but it?s not total isolation. We can use spray bottle w bleach to zap stuff to start. Not get close. >>> >>> ? ? ?Or should we do isolation? There are degrees in the isolation mode. Weekly groceries are essential. Keeping grocery open is not total isolation. Closing bike shop is not true isolation. So we?d stop all shop activity if that?s best. I?m in favor of over-responding now to do all we can to put the genie back in the bottle. Maybe for the next week or so? Adjust LATER. Go harder on the front end... >>> >>> ? ? Jeff Potter >>> ? ? Lansing Bike Co-op >>> ? ? Michigan >>> ? ? ____________________________________ >>> >>> ? ? The ThinkTank mailing List >>> >>> ? ? Unsubscribe from this list here: http://lists.bikecollectives.org/options.cgi/thethinktank-bikecollectives.o… >>> >>> >>> >>> >>> ____________________________________ >>> >>> The ThinkTank mailing List >>> >>> Unsubscribe from this list here: http://lists.bikecollectives.org/options.cgi/thethinktank-bikecollectives.o… >>> >> ____________________________________ >> >> The ThinkTank mailing List >> >> Unsubscribe from this list here: http://lists.bikecollectives.org/options.cgi/thethinktank-bikecollectives.o… >> >

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Fwd: Bike Clark County Shop Closure
by peter＠BikeClarkCounty.org 19 Mar '20

19 Mar '20

> Begin forwarded message: > > From: Peter Van Tilburg, Executive Director <info(a)bikeclarkcounty.org> > Subject: Bike Clark County Shop Closure > Date: March 19, 2020 at 9:20:02 AM PDT > To: Peter Van Tilburg <peter(a)bikeclarkcounty.org> > Reply-To: Peter Van Tilburg, Executive Director <info(a)bikeclarkcounty.org> > > View this email in your browser <https://mailchi.mp/bikeclarkcounty.org/bike-clark-county-shop-closure?e=1c5…> > > > Bike Clark County Shop Closure > FLATTEN THE CURVE...but not your tires! > > Bike Clark County nonprofit has made the difficult decision to close up our panniers for a short while and pedal on home. While our Bike Shop supports the community in many ways, we feel it is best for everyone during these difficult times to close our shop until further notice. We empathize for people whose only form of transportation is a bicycle, yet we feel it is best for the safety of all to temporarily close our doors. > > BCC will need your support for the long haul but not the short spin. In the near months, follow federal and state guidelines. Stay home as much as possible but get outside for a walk, run, or spin about the neighborhood if you can. I personally have been touched by the kind generosity of my neighbors and our community these past few days. > > Is your bike currently in the shop to get repaired? No worries, we got your back! We will have limited staff working through our backlog as fast and as safely as possible to get you back on two wheels. We will contact you for a private appointment to collect your ride. Credit Card payments are preferred as they are handsfree. > COVID19 knows of no border, race, religion, or politics....Here's to coming together as a community, nation, and a planet for a better, stronger, and more loving tomorrow. > > Reminders: > 1) Compulsively wash your hands. > 2) Don't touch your face [or anyone else's for that matter]. > 3) Practice social distancing (6 feet for Pete!) [my new campaign slogan?] > 4) Stay home as much as possible or outside in the fresh air. > 5) If you use a reusable grocery bag wash it in the washing machine. > Like Matthew McConaughey expressed this week, we're looking for the green light after this red light and we can't wait to gear up our programs. Think of this time as the tough, slow pedal up a hill, one crank at a time, gaining height for a sweet decent. Look to the future. > We will miss seeing the smiling faces of customers, friends, family, and our steadfast group of Thursday night volunteers who have been with us over many years. We're excited to roll out our Bike2Leadership Middle School program, restarting all of our programs and bonding with our community in person once again. > > Thank you and see you outside! > > Pedal On, > Peter Van Tilburg, > Executive Director > <https://bikeclarkcounty.us6.list-manage.com/track/click?u=906f24f8b378e0a84…> > <https://bikeclarkcounty.us6.list-manage.com/track/click?u=906f24f8b378e0a84…> > <https://bikeclarkcounty.us6.list-manage.com/track/click?u=906f24f8b378e0a84…> > Copyright © 2020 Bike Clark County, All rights reserved. > Open Swim at BCC! Show up on a Thursday and work on some bikes! > > Our mailing address is: > Bike Clark County > 1604 Main St > Vancouver, WA 98660-2948 > > Add us to your address book <https://bikeclarkcounty.us6.list-manage.com/vcard?u=906f24f8b378e0a84bf38b9…> > > Want to change how you receive these emails? > You can update your preferences <https://bikeclarkcounty.us6.list-manage.com/profile?u=906f24f8b378e0a84bf38…> or unsubscribe from this list <https://bikeclarkcounty.us6.list-manage.com/unsubscribe?u=906f24f8b378e0a84…>. > >

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Re: [TheThinkTank] Coronavirus Update / Thethinktank Digest, Vol 162, Issue 7
by Robert Rands 18 Mar '20

18 Mar '20

"Hopefully we've all done enough community work >>> to help people learn skills to work together [& on their own] >>> and fix things, with o[]r without a dedicated >>> space."" "Coronavirus Update: Sopo Bicycle Cooperative [Reynoldstown, Atlanta] is committed to the safety and health of our patrons and volunteers. As we navigate through these difficult times, we've decided to close operations until further notice." ~Robert R. On Tuesday, March 17, 2020, 08:05:37 PM UTC, <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: Reliable infection numbers (BICAS ADMIN) 2. Re: the virus and community bike shops, essential services thought (carlyn.arteaga(a)bicas.org) 3. Re: the virus and community bike shops, essential services thought (Cyclista Nicholas) 4. Re: the virus and community bike shops, essential services thought (Edstewart) 5. Re: the virus and community bike shops, essential services thought (Mark Rehder) 6. Re: Reliable infection numbers (General Manager) 7. Re: Reliable ... pump for outside of shop (Jeff Potter) 8. Re: Reliable ... pump for outside of shop (Anibal Davila) 9. Re: Reliable ... pump for outside of shop (Christine Bourgeois) ---------------------------------------------------------------------- Message: 1 Date: Mon, 16 Mar 2020 14:32:06 -0700 From: BICAS ADMIN <bicas(a)bicas.org> To: The Think Tank <thethinktank(a)lists.bikecollectives.org> Subject: Re: [TheThinkTank] Reliable infection numbers Message-ID: <FDB33F84-5B38-4A9C-9717-A36B9BD8DA4A(a)bicas.org> Content-Type: text/plain; charset="utf-8" We just suspended all public services at BICAS in Tucson AZ today. :( Does anyone have a brilliant design for a pump that can be left outside that is less likely to get stolen/mangled?? Sending best wishes out to all our community bikes buddies in these uncertain times. ~Carlyn > On Mar 13, 2020, at 8:48 AM, Jim Bledsoe <gamesbledsoe(a)gmail.com> wrote: > > here is a look at the 1918 'Spanish Flue' > https://www.smithsonianmag.com/history/journal-plague-year-180965222/ > >> On Fri, Mar 13, 2020 at 7:25 AM William Beasley <wm.a.beasley(a)gmail.com> wrote: >> Jeff- >> Our shop is a mess, too, and we'd like to clean up and get ready for Spring. But just to be clear -- as of late yesterday, Ohio has 5 _confirmed_ cases of COVID-19. That 100,000 figure is an estimate from the Ohio Department of Health as to how many folks in Ohio might currently be carrying the virus, based on statistically extrapolating a rate of community spread. Yes, it's serious, and we need to be taking aggressive steps, but keeping perspective is important. >> >> William Beasley >> Elyria Bike Education Center >> >> ?On 3/13/20, 10:07 AM, "Thethinktank on behalf of Jeff Potter" <thethinktank-bounces(a)lists.bikecollectives.org on behalf of jeff(a)outyourbackdoor.com> wrote: >> >> Thanks for the idea of leaving a pile of tubes and patches outside the door! >> >> I kinda like the idea of one worker in shop at a time. >> >> Our shop is a mess and we want to prep for spring here in Michigan. >> >> We?re still sorting out how to respond. Yes, possible to spread if asymptomatic but very very unlikely? It spreads via cough/sneeze. If our core gang of 3, say, shows up and nobody is symptomatic it seems like we will be fine. >> >> Ohio has 100k cases: high alert! MI has 2 cases known. Should MI be in a diff mode than OH? >> >> Or should we all go to ?stop all nonessential activity? mode to be safe? Tubes outside the shop can be done regardless ? we have hundreds of excess tubes! >> >> We?re talking 3 at a time ? this is not a ?big group.? It?s still doing social distancing but it?s not total isolation. We can use spray bottle w bleach to zap stuff to start. Not get close. >> >> ?Or should we do isolation? There are degrees in the isolation mode. Weekly groceries are essential. Keeping grocery open is not total isolation. Closing bike shop is not true isolation. So we?d stop all shop activity if that?s best. I?m in favor of over-responding now to do all we can to put the genie back in the bottle. Maybe for the next week or so? Adjust LATER. Go harder on the front end... >> >> Jeff Potter >> Lansing Bike Co-op >> Michigan >> ____________________________________ >> >> The ThinkTank mailing List >> >> Unsubscribe from this list here: http://lists.bikecollectives.org/options.cgi/thethinktank-bikecollectives.o… >> >> >> >> >> ____________________________________ >> >> The ThinkTank mailing List >> >> Unsubscribe from this list here: http://lists.bikecollectives.org/options.cgi/thethinktank-bikecollectives.o… >> > ____________________________________ > > The ThinkTank mailing List > > Unsubscribe from this list here: http://lists.bikecollectives.org/options.cgi/thethinktank-bikecollectives.o… >

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Reliable infection numbers
by William Beasley 18 Mar '20

18 Mar '20

Jeff- Our shop is a mess, too, and we'd like to clean up and get ready for Spring. But just to be clear -- as of late yesterday, Ohio has 5 _confirmed_ cases of COVID-19. That 100,000 figure is an estimate from the Ohio Department of Health as to how many folks in Ohio might currently be carrying the virus, based on statistically extrapolating a rate of community spread. Yes, it's serious, and we need to be taking aggressive steps, but keeping perspective is important. William Beasley Elyria Bike Education Center On 3/13/20, 10:07 AM, "Thethinktank on behalf of Jeff Potter" <thethinktank-bounces(a)lists.bikecollectives.org on behalf of jeff(a)outyourbackdoor.com> wrote: Thanks for the idea of leaving a pile of tubes and patches outside the door! I kinda like the idea of one worker in shop at a time. Our shop is a mess and we want to prep for spring here in Michigan. We’re still sorting out how to respond. Yes, possible to spread if asymptomatic but very very unlikely? It spreads via cough/sneeze. If our core gang of 3, say, shows up and nobody is symptomatic it seems like we will be fine. Ohio has 100k cases: high alert! MI has 2 cases known. Should MI be in a diff mode than OH? Or should we all go to “stop all nonessential activity” mode to be safe? Tubes outside the shop can be done regardless — we have hundreds of excess tubes! We’re talking 3 at a time — this is not a “big group.” It’s still doing social distancing but it’s not total isolation. We can use spray bottle w bleach to zap stuff to start. Not get close. …Or should we do isolation? There are degrees in the isolation mode. Weekly groceries are essential. Keeping grocery open is not total isolation. Closing bike shop is not true isolation. So we’d stop all shop activity if that’s best. I’m in favor of over-responding now to do all we can to put the genie back in the bottle. Maybe for the next week or so? Adjust LATER. Go harder on the front end... Jeff Potter Lansing Bike Co-op Michigan ____________________________________ The ThinkTank mailing List Unsubscribe from this list here: http://lists.bikecollectives.org/options.cgi/thethinktank-bikecollectives.o…

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Re: [TheThinkTank] the virus and community bike shops, essential services thought
by Edstewart 16 Mar '20

16 Mar '20

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Clovid response at your shop
by Vincenzo loco 14 Mar '20

14 Mar '20

Hey folx I’m checking in from the Bikerowave in Los Angeles. How many of your shops are now closed or planning to close due to transmission concerns? If closing, are y’all still offering any services? If staying open, what precautions are you taking? -Enzo

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Hiring Executive Director for Second Chance Bikes in Charleston, SC
by Christopher Clark 01 Mar '20

01 Mar '20

Hello there everyone! Second Chance Bikes is looking to hire our first paid staff position. This is a great opportunity with a fast-growing organization with lots of potential for growth. See the attached job description or visit www.scbikes.org/jobs for more info. Best, Chris <http://www.scbikes.com>

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The WRENCH is hiring
by Geoff Heath 21 Feb '20

21 Feb '20

Hi bike friends from afar! Greetings from the tropical mountain paradise of Winnipeg, Manitoba, Canada! Just wanted to drop a line to the ol listserve to let y'all know that The WRENCH is hiring for a couple positions; an Indigenous mentor and a Femme mentor <http://thewrench.ca/the-wrench-is-hiring/> for our Wheels of Courage youth program. I know dozens of you are just chomping at the bit to relocate to the heart of the continent here, so now's your chance! Posting closes on March 2. Follow the link above for more info. Hope to see y'all at B!B! Geoff Heath, Education Director The Winnipeg Repair Education N' Cycling Hub 1057 Logan Ave. Winnipeg, MB R3E 3N8 Treaty 1 Territory, Homeland of the Metis Nation http://www.thewrench.ca 204-296-3389

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Youth Bike Summit wants to hear from youth
by Karen Overton 21 Feb '20

21 Feb '20

Call for Proposals are due February 25th. Come to Atlanta and let your voice be heard! DREAM TEAM & YOUTH BIKE SUMMIT BRAG Dream Team was selected to host the 2020 Youth Bike Summit in Atlanta for the very first time when it received the “Golden Handlebars Award” and is co-hosting with the Atlanta Bicycle Coalition! The Youth Bicycle Summit's purpose is to celebrate and encourage youth advocacy of bicycling in communities across the country. Each year, a new Youth Advisory Council for the Youth Bicycle Summit is created by the host organization to help organize the program for the next summit. This year, students from Grady HS, Maynard Jackson HS, KIPP Atlanta Collegiate, Woodward Academy, Brown MS, and Georgia State University have stepped up to serve on the 2020 Youth Advisory Council. <http://r20.rs6.net/tn.jsp?f=001Nw2a8Isvftf2ArSbYfJcfWFcRfMneR8ctnG-68fUhf7i…> Accordingly, the Summit will engage students in various sessions and activities aimed at tackling important issues and topics related to bicycling such as bicycle safety, bike advocacy, and biking as an alternative form of transportation. This 2020 event will be a three-day affair that will take place at Grady High School from Friday, March 27 to Sunday, March 29. It will be a weekend of activities, learning sessions, games, competitions, and networking intended to build character, strengthen teamwork skills, increase confidence and encourage creativity toward our participants’ future endeavors in bicycle advocacy. Students, parents, cyclists, teacher/educators are all invited to attend! YOUTH BIKE SUMMIT <http://r20.rs6.net/tn.jsp?f=001Nw2a8Isvftf2ArSbYfJcfWFcRfMneR8ctnG-68fUhf7i…>

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Re: [TheThinkTank] Thethinktank Digest, Vol 161, Issue 6
by Anna Tang 20 Feb '20

20 Feb '20

Kindred Cycles here in Pittsburgh is owned by two people one of whom is a woman. http://www.kindredcycles.com/ On Wed, Feb 19, 2020 at 4:04 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. Women operated/own shops (Tigre Bici) > 2. Re: Women operated/own shops (Judith Feist) > 3. Re: Women operated/own shops (Sunny Nestler) > 4. Re: Women operated/own shops (Sunny Nestler) > 5. Re: Women operated/own shops (joshua mcdermott) > 6. Re: Women operated/own shops (Deb Salls) > 7. Re: Women operated/own shops (Daniel Hall) > 8. Re: Women operated/own shops (Judith Feist) > 9. Re: Women operated/own shops (Luke Box) > 10. Re: Women operated/own shops (Kevin Dwyer) > > > > ---------- Forwarded message ---------- > From: Tigre Bici <bici.uanl(a)gmail.com> > To: The Think Tank <thethinktank(a)lists.bikecollectives.org> > Cc: > Bcc: > Date: Tue, 18 Feb 2020 16:40:25 -0600 > Subject: [TheThinkTank] Women operated/own shops > Hello everyone! > So, a question has going on among us. > Any of you know any bike shops on your city that are owned and/or operated > by/mainly by women? > > Thanks > > R. > > > > ---------- Forwarded message ---------- > From: Judith Feist <judith.feist(a)gmail.com> > To: The Think Tank <thethinktank(a)lists.bikecollectives.org> > Cc: > Bcc: > Date: Tue, 18 Feb 2020 17:42:07 -0500 > Subject: Re: [TheThinkTank] Women operated/own shops > Wheelhouse in Detroit. > > Sent from my iPhone > > > On Feb 18, 2020, at 5:40 PM, Tigre Bici <bici.uanl(a)gmail.com> wrote: > > > > Hello everyone! > > So, a question has going on among us. > > Any of you know any bike shops on your city that are owned and/or > operated by/mainly by women? > > > > Thanks > > > > R. > > ____________________________________ > > > > The ThinkTank mailing List > > > > Unsubscribe from this list here: > http://lists.bikecollectives.org/options.cgi/thethinktank-bikecollectives.o… > > > > > > > ---------- Forwarded message ---------- > From: Sunny Nestler <programs(a)bikecoop.ca> > To: The Think Tank <thethinktank(a)lists.bikecollectives.org> > Cc: > Bcc: > Date: Tue, 18 Feb 2020 14:44:45 -0800 > Subject: Re: [TheThinkTank] Women operated/own shops > Sidesaddle in Vancouver BC ! > > The Bike Kitchen's program office is also operated by me, a non-dude ✌ > > Also a fun fact, when I was the founder of Bike Saviours Bicycle > Collective in Arizona in 2007 there were ZERO non-dude bike mechanics > employed anywhere in the entire city of Phoenix. > > x > sunny > > *Sunny Nestler*, *Programs Manager* > AMS Bike Co-op + Bike Kitchen > University of British Columbia > 604-822-2453 | thebikekitchen.ca <http://thebikekitchen.ca>| > @BikeKitchenUBC > > > On Tue, Feb 18, 2020 at 2:42 PM Judith Feist <judith.feist(a)gmail.com> > wrote: > >> Wheelhouse in Detroit. >> >> Sent from my iPhone >> >> > On Feb 18, 2020, at 5:40 PM, Tigre Bici <bici.uanl(a)gmail.com> wrote: >> > >> > Hello everyone! >> > So, a question has going on among us. >> > Any of you know any bike shops on your city that are owned and/or >> operated by/mainly by women? >> > >> > Thanks >> > >> > R. >> > ____________________________________ >> > >> > The ThinkTank mailing List >> > >> > Unsubscribe from this list here: >> http://lists.bikecollectives.org/options.cgi/thethinktank-bikecollectives.o… >> > >> ____________________________________ >> >> The ThinkTank mailing List >> >> Unsubscribe from this list here: >> http://lists.bikecollectives.org/options.cgi/thethinktank-bikecollectives.o… >> >> > > > ---------- Forwarded message ---------- > From: Sunny Nestler <programs(a)bikecoop.ca> > To: The Think Tank <thethinktank(a)lists.bikecollectives.org> > Cc: > Bcc: > Date: Tue, 18 Feb 2020 15:13:58 -0800 > Subject: Re: [TheThinkTank] Women operated/own shops > Would love for someone to prove me wrong on that last point btw :)) > > *Sunny Nestler*, *Programs Manager* > AMS Bike Co-op + Bike Kitchen > University of British Columbia > 604-822-2453 | thebikekitchen.ca <http://thebikekitchen.ca>| > @BikeKitchenUBC > > > On Tue, Feb 18, 2020 at 2:44 PM Sunny Nestler <programs(a)bikecoop.ca> > wrote: > >> Sidesaddle in Vancouver BC ! >> >> The Bike Kitchen's program office is also operated by me, a non-dude ✌ >> >> Also a fun fact, when I was the founder of Bike Saviours Bicycle >> Collective in Arizona in 2007 there were ZERO non-dude bike mechanics >> employed anywhere in the entire city of Phoenix. >> >> x >> sunny >> >> *Sunny Nestler*, *Programs Manager* >> AMS Bike Co-op + Bike Kitchen >> University of British Columbia >> 604-822-2453 | thebikekitchen.ca <http://thebikekitchen.ca>| >> @BikeKitchenUBC >> >> >> On Tue, Feb 18, 2020 at 2:42 PM Judith Feist <judith.feist(a)gmail.com> >> wrote: >> >>> Wheelhouse in Detroit. >>> >>> Sent from my iPhone >>> >>> > On Feb 18, 2020, at 5:40 PM, Tigre Bici <bici.uanl(a)gmail.com> wrote: >>> > >>> > Hello everyone! >>> > So, a question has going on among us. >>> > Any of you know any bike shops on your city that are owned and/or >>> operated by/mainly by women? >>> > >>> > Thanks >>> > >>> > R. >>> > ____________________________________ >>> > >>> > The ThinkTank mailing List >>> > >>> > Unsubscribe from this list here: >>> http://lists.bikecollectives.org/options.cgi/thethinktank-bikecollectives.o… >>> > >>> ____________________________________ >>> >>> The ThinkTank mailing List >>> >>> Unsubscribe from this list here: >>> http://lists.bikecollectives.org/options.cgi/thethinktank-bikecollectives.o… >>> >>> > > > ---------- Forwarded message ---------- > From: joshua mcdermott <jmcdermott(a)usfca.edu> > To: thethinktank(a)lists.bikecollectives.org > Cc: > Bcc: > Date: Tue, 18 Feb 2020 15:20:08 -0800 > Subject: Re: [TheThinkTank] Women operated/own shops > > this would be a good research project for sure. I know the most local lbs > to me(in oakland) has a female mech- and she owns a Zunow. > > why not just take a day and call every shop in every major city and ask? > I admit I have no idea who owns and operates most the shops near me... > On 2/18/20 3:13 PM, Sunny Nestler wrote: > > Would love for someone to prove me wrong on that last point btw :)) > > *Sunny Nestler*, *Programs Manager* > AMS Bike Co-op + Bike Kitchen > University of British Columbia > 604-822-2453 | thebikekitchen.ca > <https://urldefense.proofpoint.com/v2/url?u=http-3A__thebikekitchen.ca&d=DwM…>| > @BikeKitchenUBC > > > On Tue, Feb 18, 2020 at 2:44 PM Sunny Nestler <programs(a)bikecoop.ca> > wrote: > >> Sidesaddle in Vancouver BC ! >> >> The Bike Kitchen's program office is also operated by me, a non-dude ✌ >> >> Also a fun fact, when I was the founder of Bike Saviours Bicycle >> Collective in Arizona in 2007 there were ZERO non-dude bike mechanics >> employed anywhere in the entire city of Phoenix. >> >> x >> sunny >> >> *Sunny Nestler*, *Programs Manager* >> AMS Bike Co-op + Bike Kitchen >> University of British Columbia >> 604-822-2453 | thebikekitchen.ca >> <https://urldefense.proofpoint.com/v2/url?u=http-3A__thebikekitchen.ca&d=DwM…>| >> @BikeKitchenUBC >> >> >> On Tue, Feb 18, 2020 at 2:42 PM Judith Feist <judith.feist(a)gmail.com> >> wrote: >> >>> Wheelhouse in Detroit. >>> >>> Sent from my iPhone >>> >>> > On Feb 18, 2020, at 5:40 PM, Tigre Bici <bici.uanl(a)gmail.com> wrote: >>> > >>> > Hello everyone! >>> > So, a question has going on among us. >>> > Any of you know any bike shops on your city that are owned and/or >>> operated by/mainly by women? >>> > >>> > Thanks >>> > >>> > R. >>> > ____________________________________ >>> > >>> > The ThinkTank mailing List >>> > >>> > Unsubscribe from this list here: >>> http://lists.bikecollectives.org/options.cgi/thethinktank-bikecollectives.o… >>> <https://urldefense.proofpoint.com/v2/url?u=http-3A__lists.bikecollectives.o…> >>> > >>> ____________________________________ >>> >>> The ThinkTank mailing List >>> >>> Unsubscribe from this list here: >>> http://lists.bikecollectives.org/options.cgi/thethinktank-bikecollectives.o… >>> <https://urldefense.proofpoint.com/v2/url?u=http-3A__lists.bikecollectives.o…> >>> >>> > ____________________________________ > > The ThinkTank mailing List > > Unsubscribe from this list here: https://urldefense.proofpoint.com/v2/url?u=http-3A__lists.bikecollectives.o… > > -- > Joshua McDermott > Director of Performance Spaces > University of San Francisco > Tech and Design Program > 510.316.2620myusf.usfca.edu/arts-sciences/tech-design-certificate > > > > > ---------- Forwarded message ---------- > From: Deb Salls <deb(a)bikeworks.org> > To: The Think Tank <thethinktank(a)lists.bikecollectives.org> > Cc: > Bcc: > Date: Tue, 18 Feb 2020 15:31:14 -0800 > Subject: Re: [TheThinkTank] Women operated/own shops > Hi All > > Free Range Cycles in the Fremont Neighborhood of Seattle is owned by > Shawna Williams and lead mechanic Nikki Mcthewson ( both former Bike Works > staff members and amazing people!!) and before Shawna it was owned for many > years by Kathleen Emry. See this article about their great work in this > post in the Seattle bike blog > https://www.seattlebikeblog.com/2020/02/14/how-free-range-cycles-works-ever… > > Also this post in the Seattle Bike Blog is about a survey about how > comfortable WTFNB folks feel at bike shops > https://www.seattlebikeblog.com/2020/02/14/splain-survey-rates-seattle-bike… > this kind of survey is likely replicable in other cities > > Deb > <http://www.bikeworks.org/> > Deb Salls > *Executive Director* > she/her pronouns what's this? > <https://uwm.edu/lgbtrc/support/gender-pronouns/> > 206.695.2607 > <https://www.facebook.com/BikeWorksSeattle> > <https://twitter.com/bikeworks206> > <https://www.instagram.com/bikeworks206/> bikeworks.org > > > *Bike Works promotes the bicycleas a vehicle for change to empoweryouth > and build resilient communities.* > *Bike Shop: *3709 S Ferdinand St, Seattle, WA 98118 > <https://www.google.com/maps/place/3709+S+Ferdinand+St,+Seattle,+WA+98118/@4…> > *Office, Warehouse & Classrooms: *3715 S Hudson St #111, Seattle, WA 98118 > <https://www.google.com/maps/place/3715+S+Hudson+St,+Seattle,+WA+98118/data=…> > > > > > On Tue, Feb 18, 2020 at 3:14 PM Sunny Nestler <programs(a)bikecoop.ca> > wrote: > >> Would love for someone to prove me wrong on that last point btw :)) >> >> *Sunny Nestler*, *Programs Manager* >> AMS Bike Co-op + Bike Kitchen >> University of British Columbia >> 604-822-2453 | thebikekitchen.ca <http://thebikekitchen.ca>| >> @BikeKitchenUBC >> >> >> On Tue, Feb 18, 2020 at 2:44 PM Sunny Nestler <programs(a)bikecoop.ca> >> wrote: >> >>> Sidesaddle in Vancouver BC ! >>> >>> The Bike Kitchen's program office is also operated by me, a non-dude ✌ >>> >>> Also a fun fact, when I was the founder of Bike Saviours Bicycle >>> Collective in Arizona in 2007 there were ZERO non-dude bike mechanics >>> employed anywhere in the entire city of Phoenix. >>> >>> x >>> sunny >>> >>> *Sunny Nestler*, *Programs Manager* >>> AMS Bike Co-op + Bike Kitchen >>> University of British Columbia >>> 604-822-2453 | thebikekitchen.ca <http://thebikekitchen.ca>| >>> @BikeKitchenUBC >>> >>> >>> On Tue, Feb 18, 2020 at 2:42 PM Judith Feist <judith.feist(a)gmail.com> >>> wrote: >>> >>>> Wheelhouse in Detroit. >>>> >>>> Sent from my iPhone >>>> >>>> > On Feb 18, 2020, at 5:40 PM, Tigre Bici <bici.uanl(a)gmail.com> wrote: >>>> > >>>> > Hello everyone! >>>> > So, a question has going on among us. >>>> > Any of you know any bike shops on your city that are owned and/or >>>> operated by/mainly by women? >>>> > >>>> > Thanks >>>> > >>>> > R. >>>> > ____________________________________ >>>> > >>>> > The ThinkTank mailing List >>>> > >>>> > Unsubscribe from this list here: >>>> http://lists.bikecollectives.org/options.cgi/thethinktank-bikecollectives.o… >>>> > >>>> ____________________________________ >>>> >>>> The ThinkTank mailing List >>>> >>>> Unsubscribe from this list here: >>>> http://lists.bikecollectives.org/options.cgi/thethinktank-bikecollectives.o… >>>> >>>> ____________________________________ >> >> The ThinkTank mailing List >> >> Unsubscribe from this list here: >> http://lists.bikecollectives.org/options.cgi/thethinktank-bikecollectives.o… >> >> > > > ---------- Forwarded message ---------- > From: Daniel Hall <director(a)londoncyclelink.ca> > To: The Think Tank <thethinktank(a)lists.bikecollectives.org> > Cc: > Bcc: > Date: Wed, 19 Feb 2020 09:45:55 -0500 > Subject: Re: [TheThinkTank] Women operated/own shops > In London, Ontario we have two shops run by non-dudes. One is owned and > operated by a non-dude (To Wheels <https://www.towheels.com/>) and the > other is managed by one (Outspokin Cycles <http://outspokincycles.ca/>). > They're two of the best shops in our city! > > *Daniel Hall* > Executive Director > > > > On Tue, Feb 18, 2020 at 6:31 PM Deb Salls <deb(a)bikeworks.org> wrote: > >> Hi All >> >> Free Range Cycles in the Fremont Neighborhood of Seattle is owned by >> Shawna Williams and lead mechanic Nikki Mcthewson ( both former Bike Works >> staff members and amazing people!!) and before Shawna it was owned for many >> years by Kathleen Emry. See this article about their great work in this >> post in the Seattle bike blog >> https://www.seattlebikeblog.com/2020/02/14/how-free-range-cycles-works-ever… >> >> Also this post in the Seattle Bike Blog is about a survey about how >> comfortable WTFNB folks feel at bike shops >> https://www.seattlebikeblog.com/2020/02/14/splain-survey-rates-seattle-bike… >> this kind of survey is likely replicable in other cities >> >> Deb >> <http://www.bikeworks.org/> >> Deb Salls >> *Executive Director* >> she/her pronouns what's this? >> <https://uwm.edu/lgbtrc/support/gender-pronouns/> >> 206.695.2607 >> <https://www.facebook.com/BikeWorksSeattle> >> <https://twitter.com/bikeworks206> >> <https://www.instagram.com/bikeworks206/> bikeworks.org >> >> >> *Bike Works promotes the bicycleas a vehicle for change to empoweryouth >> and build resilient communities.* >> *Bike Shop: *3709 S Ferdinand St, Seattle, WA 98118 >> <https://www.google.com/maps/place/3709+S+Ferdinand+St,+Seattle,+WA+98118/@4…> >> *Office, Warehouse & Classrooms: *3715 S Hudson St #111, Seattle, WA >> 98118 >> <https://www.google.com/maps/place/3715+S+Hudson+St,+Seattle,+WA+98118/data=…> >> >> >> >> >> On Tue, Feb 18, 2020 at 3:14 PM Sunny Nestler <programs(a)bikecoop.ca> >> wrote: >> >>> Would love for someone to prove me wrong on that last point btw :)) >>> >>> *Sunny Nestler*, *Programs Manager* >>> AMS Bike Co-op + Bike Kitchen >>> University of British Columbia >>> 604-822-2453 | thebikekitchen.ca <http://thebikekitchen.ca>| >>> @BikeKitchenUBC >>> >>> >>> On Tue, Feb 18, 2020 at 2:44 PM Sunny Nestler <programs(a)bikecoop.ca> >>> wrote: >>> >>>> Sidesaddle in Vancouver BC ! >>>> >>>> The Bike Kitchen's program office is also operated by me, a non-dude ✌ >>>> >>>> Also a fun fact, when I was the founder of Bike Saviours Bicycle >>>> Collective in Arizona in 2007 there were ZERO non-dude bike mechanics >>>> employed anywhere in the entire city of Phoenix. >>>> >>>> x >>>> sunny >>>> >>>> *Sunny Nestler*, *Programs Manager* >>>> AMS Bike Co-op + Bike Kitchen >>>> University of British Columbia >>>> 604-822-2453 | thebikekitchen.ca <http://thebikekitchen.ca>| >>>> @BikeKitchenUBC >>>> >>>> >>>> On Tue, Feb 18, 2020 at 2:42 PM Judith Feist <judith.feist(a)gmail.com> >>>> wrote: >>>> >>>>> Wheelhouse in Detroit. >>>>> >>>>> Sent from my iPhone >>>>> >>>>> > On Feb 18, 2020, at 5:40 PM, Tigre Bici <bici.uanl(a)gmail.com> wrote: >>>>> > >>>>> > Hello everyone! >>>>> > So, a question has going on among us. >>>>> > Any of you know any bike shops on your city that are owned and/or >>>>> operated by/mainly by women? >>>>> > >>>>> > Thanks >>>>> > >>>>> > R. >>>>> > ____________________________________ >>>>> > >>>>> > The ThinkTank mailing List >>>>> > >>>>> > Unsubscribe from this list here: >>>>> http://lists.bikecollectives.org/options.cgi/thethinktank-bikecollectives.o… >>>>> > >>>>> ____________________________________ >>>>> >>>>> The ThinkTank mailing List >>>>> >>>>> Unsubscribe from this list here: >>>>> http://lists.bikecollectives.org/options.cgi/thethinktank-bikecollectives.o… >>>>> >>>>> ____________________________________ >>> >>> The ThinkTank mailing List >>> >>> Unsubscribe from this list here: >>> http://lists.bikecollectives.org/options.cgi/thethinktank-bikecollectives.o… >>> >>> ____________________________________ >> >> The ThinkTank mailing List >> >> Unsubscribe from this list here: >> http://lists.bikecollectives.org/options.cgi/thethinktank-bikecollectives.o… >> >> > > > ---------- Forwarded message ---------- > From: Judith Feist <judith.feist(a)gmail.com> > To: The Think Tank <thethinktank(a)lists.bikecollectives.org> > Cc: > Bcc: > Date: Wed, 19 Feb 2020 11:16:36 -0500 > Subject: Re: [TheThinkTank] Women operated/own shops > Gladys bikes in Portland. > > > I can do a little research but I know t here is a tiny shop > In Seattle as well...the focus of commuting/touring. > > Sent from my iPhone > > On Feb 19, 2020, at 9:45 AM, Daniel Hall <director(a)londoncyclelink.ca> > wrote: > > In London, Ontario we have two shops run by non-dudes. One is owned and > operated by a non-dude (To Wheels <https://www.towheels.com/>) and the > other is managed by one (Outspokin Cycles <http://outspokincycles.ca/>). > They're two of the best shops in our city! > > *Daniel Hall* > Executive Director > > > > On Tue, Feb 18, 2020 at 6:31 PM Deb Salls <deb(a)bikeworks.org> wrote: > >> Hi All >> >> Free Range Cycles in the Fremont Neighborhood of Seattle is owned by >> Shawna Williams and lead mechanic Nikki Mcthewson ( both former Bike Works >> staff members and amazing people!!) and before Shawna it was owned for many >> years by Kathleen Emry. See this article about their great work in this >> post in the Seattle bike blog >> https://www.seattlebikeblog.com/2020/02/14/how-free-range-cycles-works-ever… >> >> Also this post in the Seattle Bike Blog is about a survey about how >> comfortable WTFNB folks feel at bike shops >> https://www.seattlebikeblog.com/2020/02/14/splain-survey-rates-seattle-bike… >> this kind of survey is likely replicable in other cities >> >> Deb >> <http://www.bikeworks.org/> >> Deb Salls >> *Executive Director* >> she/her pronouns what's this? >> <https://uwm.edu/lgbtrc/support/gender-pronouns/> >> 206.695.2607 >> <https://www.facebook.com/BikeWorksSeattle> >> <https://twitter.com/bikeworks206> >> <https://www.instagram.com/bikeworks206/> bikeworks.org >> >> >> *Bike Works promotes the bicycleas a vehicle for change to empoweryouth >> and build resilient communities.* >> *Bike Shop: *3709 S Ferdinand St, Seattle, WA 98118 >> <https://www.google.com/maps/place/3709+S+Ferdinand+St,+Seattle,+WA+98118/@4…> >> *Office, Warehouse & Classrooms: *3715 S Hudson St #111, Seattle, WA >> 98118 >> <https://www.google.com/maps/place/3715+S+Hudson+St,+Seattle,+WA+98118/data=…> >> >> >> >> >> On Tue, Feb 18, 2020 at 3:14 PM Sunny Nestler <programs(a)bikecoop.ca> >> wrote: >> >>> Would love for someone to prove me wrong on that last point btw :)) >>> >>> *Sunny Nestler*, *Programs Manager* >>> AMS Bike Co-op + Bike Kitchen >>> University of British Columbia >>> 604-822-2453 | thebikekitchen.ca <http://thebikekitchen.ca>| >>> @BikeKitchenUBC >>> >>> >>> On Tue, Feb 18, 2020 at 2:44 PM Sunny Nestler <programs(a)bikecoop.ca> >>> wrote: >>> >>>> Sidesaddle in Vancouver BC ! >>>> >>>> The Bike Kitchen's program office is also operated by me, a non-dude ✌ >>>> >>>> Also a fun fact, when I was the founder of Bike Saviours Bicycle >>>> Collective in Arizona in 2007 there were ZERO non-dude bike mechanics >>>> employed anywhere in the entire city of Phoenix. >>>> >>>> x >>>> sunny >>>> >>>> *Sunny Nestler*, *Programs Manager* >>>> AMS Bike Co-op + Bike Kitchen >>>> University of British Columbia >>>> 604-822-2453 | thebikekitchen.ca <http://thebikekitchen.ca>| >>>> @BikeKitchenUBC >>>> >>>> >>>> On Tue, Feb 18, 2020 at 2:42 PM Judith Feist <judith.feist(a)gmail.com> >>>> wrote: >>>> >>>>> Wheelhouse in Detroit. >>>>> >>>>> Sent from my iPhone >>>>> >>>>> > On Feb 18, 2020, at 5:40 PM, Tigre Bici <bici.uanl(a)gmail.com> wrote: >>>>> > >>>>> > Hello everyone! >>>>> > So, a question has going on among us. >>>>> > Any of you know any bike shops on your city that are owned and/or >>>>> operated by/mainly by women? >>>>> > >>>>> > Thanks >>>>> > >>>>> > R. >>>>> > ____________________________________ >>>>> > >>>>> > The ThinkTank mailing List >>>>> > >>>>> > Unsubscribe from this list here: >>>>> http://lists.bikecollectives.org/options.cgi/thethinktank-bikecollectives.o… >>>>> > >>>>> ____________________________________ >>>>> >>>>> The ThinkTank mailing List >>>>> >>>>> Unsubscribe from this list here: >>>>> http://lists.bikecollectives.org/options.cgi/thethinktank-bikecollectives.o… >>>>> >>>>> ____________________________________ >>> >>> The ThinkTank mailing List >>> >>> Unsubscribe from this list here: >>> http://lists.bikecollectives.org/options.cgi/thethinktank-bikecollectives.o… >>> >>> ____________________________________ >> >> The ThinkTank mailing List >> >> Unsubscribe from this list here: >> http://lists.bikecollectives.org/options.cgi/thethinktank-bikecollectives.o… >> >> ____________________________________ > > The ThinkTank mailing List > > Unsubscribe from this list here: > http://lists.bikecollectives.org/options.cgi/thethinktank-bikecollectives.o… > > > > > ---------- Forwarded message ---------- > From: Luke Box <lukebox(a)gmail.com> > To: The Think Tank <thethinktank(a)lists.bikecollectives.org> > Cc: > Bcc: > Date: Wed, 19 Feb 2020 14:39:53 -0500 > Subject: Re: [TheThinkTank] Women operated/own shops > BroomWagon in Lexington KY is co-owned by a woman. > > On Wed, Feb 19, 2020, 11:24 AM Judith Feist <judith.feist(a)gmail.com> > wrote: > >> Gladys bikes in Portland. >> >> >> I can do a little research but I know t here is a tiny shop >> In Seattle as well...the focus of commuting/touring. >> >> Sent from my iPhone >> >> On Feb 19, 2020, at 9:45 AM, Daniel Hall <director(a)londoncyclelink.ca> >> wrote: >> >> In London, Ontario we have two shops run by non-dudes. One is owned and >> operated by a non-dude (To Wheels <https://www.towheels.com/>) and the >> other is managed by one (Outspokin Cycles <http://outspokincycles.ca/>). >> They're two of the best shops in our city! >> >> *Daniel Hall* >> Executive Director >> >> >> >> On Tue, Feb 18, 2020 at 6:31 PM Deb Salls <deb(a)bikeworks.org> wrote: >> >>> Hi All >>> >>> Free Range Cycles in the Fremont Neighborhood of Seattle is owned by >>> Shawna Williams and lead mechanic Nikki Mcthewson ( both former Bike Works >>> staff members and amazing people!!) and before Shawna it was owned for many >>> years by Kathleen Emry. See this article about their great work in this >>> post in the Seattle bike blog >>> https://www.seattlebikeblog.com/2020/02/14/how-free-range-cycles-works-ever… >>> >>> Also this post in the Seattle Bike Blog is about a survey about how >>> comfortable WTFNB folks feel at bike shops >>> https://www.seattlebikeblog.com/2020/02/14/splain-survey-rates-seattle-bike… >>> this kind of survey is likely replicable in other cities >>> >>> Deb >>> <http://www.bikeworks.org/> >>> Deb Salls >>> *Executive Director* >>> she/her pronouns what's this? >>> <https://uwm.edu/lgbtrc/support/gender-pronouns/> >>> 206.695.2607 >>> <https://www.facebook.com/BikeWorksSeattle> >>> <https://twitter.com/bikeworks206> >>> <https://www.instagram.com/bikeworks206/> bikeworks.org >>> >>> >>> *Bike Works promotes the bicycleas a vehicle for change to empoweryouth >>> and build resilient communities.* >>> *Bike Shop: *3709 S Ferdinand St, Seattle, WA 98118 >>> <https://www.google.com/maps/place/3709+S+Ferdinand+St,+Seattle,+WA+98118/@4…> >>> *Office, Warehouse & Classrooms: *3715 S Hudson St #111, Seattle, WA >>> 98118 >>> <https://www.google.com/maps/place/3715+S+Hudson+St,+Seattle,+WA+98118/data=…> >>> >>> >>> >>> >>> On Tue, Feb 18, 2020 at 3:14 PM Sunny Nestler <programs(a)bikecoop.ca> >>> wrote: >>> >>>> Would love for someone to prove me wrong on that last point btw :)) >>>> >>>> *Sunny Nestler*, *Programs Manager* >>>> AMS Bike Co-op + Bike Kitchen >>>> University of British Columbia >>>> 604-822-2453 | thebikekitchen.ca <http://thebikekitchen.ca>| >>>> @BikeKitchenUBC >>>> >>>> >>>> On Tue, Feb 18, 2020 at 2:44 PM Sunny Nestler <programs(a)bikecoop.ca> >>>> wrote: >>>> >>>>> Sidesaddle in Vancouver BC ! >>>>> >>>>> The Bike Kitchen's program office is also operated by me, a non-dude ✌ >>>>> >>>>> Also a fun fact, when I was the founder of Bike Saviours Bicycle >>>>> Collective in Arizona in 2007 there were ZERO non-dude bike mechanics >>>>> employed anywhere in the entire city of Phoenix. >>>>> >>>>> x >>>>> sunny >>>>> >>>>> *Sunny Nestler*, *Programs Manager* >>>>> AMS Bike Co-op + Bike Kitchen >>>>> University of British Columbia >>>>> 604-822-2453 | thebikekitchen.ca <http://thebikekitchen.ca>| >>>>> @BikeKitchenUBC >>>>> >>>>> >>>>> On Tue, Feb 18, 2020 at 2:42 PM Judith Feist <judith.feist(a)gmail.com> >>>>> wrote: >>>>> >>>>>> Wheelhouse in Detroit. >>>>>> >>>>>> Sent from my iPhone >>>>>> >>>>>> > On Feb 18, 2020, at 5:40 PM, Tigre Bici <bici.uanl(a)gmail.com> >>>>>> wrote: >>>>>> > >>>>>> > Hello everyone! >>>>>> > So, a question has going on among us. >>>>>> > Any of you know any bike shops on your city that are owned and/or >>>>>> operated by/mainly by women? >>>>>> > >>>>>> > Thanks >>>>>> > >>>>>> > R. >>>>>> > ____________________________________ >>>>>> > >>>>>> > The ThinkTank mailing List >>>>>> > >>>>>> > Unsubscribe from this list here: >>>>>> http://lists.bikecollectives.org/options.cgi/thethinktank-bikecollectives.o… >>>>>> > >>>>>> ____________________________________ >>>>>> >>>>>> The ThinkTank mailing List >>>>>> >>>>>> Unsubscribe from this list here: >>>>>> http://lists.bikecollectives.org/options.cgi/thethinktank-bikecollectives.o… >>>>>> >>>>>> ____________________________________ >>>> >>>> The ThinkTank mailing List >>>> >>>> Unsubscribe from this list here: >>>> http://lists.bikecollectives.org/options.cgi/thethinktank-bikecollectives.o… >>>> >>>> ____________________________________ >>> >>> The ThinkTank mailing List >>> >>> Unsubscribe from this list here: >>> http://lists.bikecollectives.org/options.cgi/thethinktank-bikecollectives.o… >>> >>> ____________________________________ >> >> The ThinkTank mailing List >> >> Unsubscribe from this list here: >> http://lists.bikecollectives.org/options.cgi/thethinktank-bikecollectives.o… >> >> ____________________________________ >> >> The ThinkTank mailing List >> >> Unsubscribe from this list here: >> http://lists.bikecollectives.org/options.cgi/thethinktank-bikecollectives.o… >> >> > > > ---------- Forwarded message ---------- > From: Kevin Dwyer <kevidwyer(a)gmail.com> > To: The Think Tank <thethinktank(a)lists.bikecollectives.org> > Cc: > Bcc: > Date: Wed, 19 Feb 2020 12:54:31 -0700 > Subject: Re: [TheThinkTank] Women operated/own shops > Hi There- > > Here are the ones that I am aware of: > > The Bike Lady- Salt Lake City, UT > Chili Pepper-Moab, UT > Bingham Cyclery-Salt Lake City, Sandy, Sunset and Ogden, UT > Salt Cycle-Sandy, UT > Spun Bicycles-Cincinnati, OH > Gladys Bikes-Portland, OR > Frontier Bikes-Eudora, KS > > > Kevin Dwyer > > > > IMPORTANT: This communication is intended solely for the use of the > individual or entity to which it is addressed. It may contain information > that is confidential and/or protected by the attorney-client or other > applicable privilege and Federal . If you are not the intended recipient, > or if you are not responsible for delivering this communication to the > intended recipient, you are hereby notified that the disclosure of this > communication is strictly prohibited. If you have received this > communication in error, please notify me immediately by telephone at (801) > 647-0797, and return the original message to the above address, via > email. Thank you. > > On Feb 18, 2020, at 4:31 PM, Deb Salls <deb(a)bikeworks.org> wrote: > > > Hi All > > Free Range Cycles in the Fremont Neighborhood of Seattle is owned by > Shawna Williams and lead mechanic Nikki Mcthewson ( both former Bike Works > staff members and amazing people!!) and before Shawna it was owned for many > years by Kathleen Emry. See this article about their great work in this > post in the Seattle bike blog > https://www.seattlebikeblog.com/2020/02/14/how-free-range-cycles-works-ever… > > Also this post in the Seattle Bike Blog is about a survey about how > comfortable WTFNB folks feel at bike shops > https://www.seattlebikeblog.com/2020/02/14/splain-survey-rates-seattle-bike… > this kind of survey is likely replicable in other cities > > Deb > <http://www.bikeworks.org/> > Deb Salls > *Executive Director* > she/her pronouns what's this? > <https://uwm.edu/lgbtrc/support/gender-pronouns/> > 206.695.2607 > <https://www.facebook.com/BikeWorksSeattle> > <https://twitter.com/bikeworks206> > <https://www.instagram.com/bikeworks206/> bikeworks.org > > > *Bike Works promotes the bicycleas a vehicle for change to empoweryouth > and build resilient communities.* > *Bike Shop: *3709 S Ferdinand St, Seattle, WA 98118 > <https://www.google.com/maps/place/3709+S+Ferdinand+St,+Seattle,+WA+98118/@4…> > *Office, Warehouse & Classrooms: *3715 S Hudson St #111, Seattle, WA 98118 > <https://www.google.com/maps/place/3715+S+Hudson+St,+Seattle,+WA+98118/data=…> > > > > > On Tue, Feb 18, 2020 at 3:14 PM Sunny Nestler <programs(a)bikecoop.ca> > wrote: > >> Would love for someone to prove me wrong on that last point btw :)) >> >> *Sunny Nestler*, *Programs Manager* >> AMS Bike Co-op + Bike Kitchen >> University of British Columbia >> 604-822-2453 | thebikekitchen.ca <http://thebikekitchen.ca>| >> @BikeKitchenUBC >> >> >> On Tue, Feb 18, 2020 at 2:44 PM Sunny Nestler <programs(a)bikecoop.ca> >> wrote: >> >>> Sidesaddle in Vancouver BC ! >>> >>> The Bike Kitchen's program office is also operated by me, a non-dude ✌ >>> >>> Also a fun fact, when I was the founder of Bike Saviours Bicycle >>> Collective in Arizona in 2007 there were ZERO non-dude bike mechanics >>> employed anywhere in the entire city of Phoenix. >>> >>> x >>> sunny >>> >>> *Sunny Nestler*, *Programs Manager* >>> AMS Bike Co-op + Bike Kitchen >>> University of British Columbia >>> 604-822-2453 | thebikekitchen.ca <http://thebikekitchen.ca>| >>> @BikeKitchenUBC >>> >>> >>> On Tue, Feb 18, 2020 at 2:42 PM Judith Feist <judith.feist(a)gmail.com> >>> wrote: >>> >>>> Wheelhouse in Detroit. >>>> >>>> Sent from my iPhone >>>> >>>> > On Feb 18, 2020, at 5:40 PM, Tigre Bici <bici.uanl(a)gmail.com> wrote: >>>> > >>>> > Hello everyone! >>>> > So, a question has going on among us. >>>> > Any of you know any bike shops on your city that are owned and/or >>>> operated by/mainly by women? >>>> > >>>> > Thanks >>>> > >>>> > R. >>>> > ____________________________________ >>>> > >>>> > The ThinkTank mailing List >>>> > >>>> > Unsubscribe from this list here: >>>> http://lists.bikecollectives.org/options.cgi/thethinktank-bikecollectives.o… >>>> > >>>> ____________________________________ >>>> >>>> The ThinkTank mailing List >>>> >>>> Unsubscribe from this list here: >>>> http://lists.bikecollectives.org/options.cgi/thethinktank-bikecollectives.o… >>>> >>>> ____________________________________ >> >> The ThinkTank mailing List >> >> Unsubscribe from this list here: >> http://lists.bikecollectives.org/options.cgi/thethinktank-bikecollectives.o… >> >> ____________________________________ > > The ThinkTank mailing List > > Unsubscribe from this list here: > http://lists.bikecollectives.org/options.cgi/thethinktank-bikecollectives.o… > > _______________________________________________ > Thethinktank mailing list > Thethinktank(a)lists.bikecollectives.org > > http://lists.bikecollectives.org/listinfo.cgi/thethinktank-bikecollectives.… > -- Anna Tang BikePGH | Community Organizer 188 43rd Street, Suite 1 Pittsburgh, PA 15201 412.325.4334 bikepgh.org FACEBOOK <https://www.facebook.com/bikepgh> | TWITTER <https://twitter.com/BIKEPGH> | INSTAGRAM <http://instagram.com/BIKEPGH> ☛ join your neighborhood bike/ped committee <https://www.bikepgh.org/our-work/advocacy/become-an-advocate/>

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Re: [TheThinkTank] Women operated/own shops (Nicole Muratore)
by Nicole Muratore 19 Feb '20

19 Feb '20

Bike Saviours Bicycle Collective in Tempe, AZ is managed by me, a non-dude! Also, I have Sunny to thank in BC for paving the way here, creating a shop friendly to everyone! Cheers, Nicole Muratore, Shop Manager Bike Saviours Bicycle Collective (602) 429-9369 | @bikesaviours On Wed, Feb 19, 2020 at 2:04 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. Women operated/own shops (Tigre Bici) > 2. Re: Women operated/own shops (Judith Feist) > 3. Re: Women operated/own shops (Sunny Nestler) > 4. Re: Women operated/own shops (Sunny Nestler) > 5. Re: Women operated/own shops (joshua mcdermott) > 6. Re: Women operated/own shops (Deb Salls) > 7. Re: Women operated/own shops (Daniel Hall) > 8. Re: Women operated/own shops (Judith Feist) > 9. Re: Women operated/own shops (Luke Box) > 10. Re: Women operated/own shops (Kevin Dwyer) > > > > ---------- Forwarded message ---------- > From: Tigre Bici <bici.uanl(a)gmail.com> > To: The Think Tank <thethinktank(a)lists.bikecollectives.org> > Cc: > Bcc: > Date: Tue, 18 Feb 2020 16:40:25 -0600 > Subject: [TheThinkTank] Women operated/own shops > Hello everyone! > So, a question has going on among us. > Any of you know any bike shops on your city that are owned and/or operated > by/mainly by women? > > Thanks > > R. > > > > ---------- Forwarded message ---------- > From: Judith Feist <judith.feist(a)gmail.com> > To: The Think Tank <thethinktank(a)lists.bikecollectives.org> > Cc: > Bcc: > Date: Tue, 18 Feb 2020 17:42:07 -0500 > Subject: Re: [TheThinkTank] Women operated/own shops > Wheelhouse in Detroit. > > Sent from my iPhone > > > On Feb 18, 2020, at 5:40 PM, Tigre Bici <bici.uanl(a)gmail.com> wrote: > > > > Hello everyone! > > So, a question has going on among us. > > Any of you know any bike shops on your city that are owned and/or > operated by/mainly by women? > > > > Thanks > > > > R. > > ____________________________________ > > > > The ThinkTank mailing List > > > > Unsubscribe from this list here: > http://lists.bikecollectives.org/options.cgi/thethinktank-bikecollectives.o… > > > > > > > ---------- Forwarded message ---------- > From: Sunny Nestler <programs(a)bikecoop.ca> > To: The Think Tank <thethinktank(a)lists.bikecollectives.org> > Cc: > Bcc: > Date: Tue, 18 Feb 2020 14:44:45 -0800 > Subject: Re: [TheThinkTank] Women operated/own shops > Sidesaddle in Vancouver BC ! > > The Bike Kitchen's program office is also operated by me, a non-dude ✌ > > Also a fun fact, when I was the founder of Bike Saviours Bicycle > Collective in Arizona in 2007 there were ZERO non-dude bike mechanics > employed anywhere in the entire city of Phoenix. > > x > sunny > > *Sunny Nestler*, *Programs Manager* > AMS Bike Co-op + Bike Kitchen > University of British Columbia > 604-822-2453 | thebikekitchen.ca <http://thebikekitchen.ca>| > @BikeKitchenUBC > > > On Tue, Feb 18, 2020 at 2:42 PM Judith Feist <judith.feist(a)gmail.com> > wrote: > >> Wheelhouse in Detroit. >> >> Sent from my iPhone >> >> > On Feb 18, 2020, at 5:40 PM, Tigre Bici <bici.uanl(a)gmail.com> wrote: >> > >> > Hello everyone! >> > So, a question has going on among us. >> > Any of you know any bike shops on your city that are owned and/or >> operated by/mainly by women? >> > >> > Thanks >> > >> > R. >> > ____________________________________ >> > >> > The ThinkTank mailing List >> > >> > Unsubscribe from this list here: >> http://lists.bikecollectives.org/options.cgi/thethinktank-bikecollectives.o… >> > >> ____________________________________ >> >> The ThinkTank mailing List >> >> Unsubscribe from this list here: >> http://lists.bikecollectives.org/options.cgi/thethinktank-bikecollectives.o… >> >> > > > ---------- Forwarded message ---------- > From: Sunny Nestler <programs(a)bikecoop.ca> > To: The Think Tank <thethinktank(a)lists.bikecollectives.org> > Cc: > Bcc: > Date: Tue, 18 Feb 2020 15:13:58 -0800 > Subject: Re: [TheThinkTank] Women operated/own shops > Would love for someone to prove me wrong on that last point btw :)) > > *Sunny Nestler*, *Programs Manager* > AMS Bike Co-op + Bike Kitchen > University of British Columbia > 604-822-2453 | thebikekitchen.ca <http://thebikekitchen.ca>| > @BikeKitchenUBC > > > On Tue, Feb 18, 2020 at 2:44 PM Sunny Nestler <programs(a)bikecoop.ca> > wrote: > >> Sidesaddle in Vancouver BC ! >> >> The Bike Kitchen's program office is also operated by me, a non-dude ✌ >> >> Also a fun fact, when I was the founder of Bike Saviours Bicycle >> Collective in Arizona in 2007 there were ZERO non-dude bike mechanics >> employed anywhere in the entire city of Phoenix. >> >> x >> sunny >> >> *Sunny Nestler*, *Programs Manager* >> AMS Bike Co-op + Bike Kitchen >> University of British Columbia >> 604-822-2453 | thebikekitchen.ca <http://thebikekitchen.ca>| >> @BikeKitchenUBC >> >> >> On Tue, Feb 18, 2020 at 2:42 PM Judith Feist <judith.feist(a)gmail.com> >> wrote: >> >>> Wheelhouse in Detroit. >>> >>> Sent from my iPhone >>> >>> > On Feb 18, 2020, at 5:40 PM, Tigre Bici <bici.uanl(a)gmail.com> wrote: >>> > >>> > Hello everyone! >>> > So, a question has going on among us. >>> > Any of you know any bike shops on your city that are owned and/or >>> operated by/mainly by women? >>> > >>> > Thanks >>> > >>> > R. >>> > ____________________________________ >>> > >>> > The ThinkTank mailing List >>> > >>> > Unsubscribe from this list here: >>> http://lists.bikecollectives.org/options.cgi/thethinktank-bikecollectives.o… >>> > >>> ____________________________________ >>> >>> The ThinkTank mailing List >>> >>> Unsubscribe from this list here: >>> http://lists.bikecollectives.org/options.cgi/thethinktank-bikecollectives.o… >>> >>> > > > ---------- Forwarded message ---------- > From: joshua mcdermott <jmcdermott(a)usfca.edu> > To: thethinktank(a)lists.bikecollectives.org > Cc: > Bcc: > Date: Tue, 18 Feb 2020 15:20:08 -0800 > Subject: Re: [TheThinkTank] Women operated/own shops > > this would be a good research project for sure. I know the most local lbs > to me(in oakland) has a female mech- and she owns a Zunow. > > why not just take a day and call every shop in every major city and ask? > I admit I have no idea who owns and operates most the shops near me... > On 2/18/20 3:13 PM, Sunny Nestler wrote: > > Would love for someone to prove me wrong on that last point btw :)) > > *Sunny Nestler*, *Programs Manager* > AMS Bike Co-op + Bike Kitchen > University of British Columbia > 604-822-2453 | thebikekitchen.ca > <https://urldefense.proofpoint.com/v2/url?u=http-3A__thebikekitchen.ca&d=DwM…>| > @BikeKitchenUBC > > > On Tue, Feb 18, 2020 at 2:44 PM Sunny Nestler <programs(a)bikecoop.ca> > wrote: > >> Sidesaddle in Vancouver BC ! >> >> The Bike Kitchen's program office is also operated by me, a non-dude ✌ >> >> Also a fun fact, when I was the founder of Bike Saviours Bicycle >> Collective in Arizona in 2007 there were ZERO non-dude bike mechanics >> employed anywhere in the entire city of Phoenix. >> >> x >> sunny >> >> *Sunny Nestler*, *Programs Manager* >> AMS Bike Co-op + Bike Kitchen >> University of British Columbia >> 604-822-2453 | thebikekitchen.ca >> <https://urldefense.proofpoint.com/v2/url?u=http-3A__thebikekitchen.ca&d=DwM…>| >> @BikeKitchenUBC >> >> >> On Tue, Feb 18, 2020 at 2:42 PM Judith Feist <judith.feist(a)gmail.com> >> wrote: >> >>> Wheelhouse in Detroit. >>> >>> Sent from my iPhone >>> >>> > On Feb 18, 2020, at 5:40 PM, Tigre Bici <bici.uanl(a)gmail.com> wrote: >>> > >>> > Hello everyone! >>> > So, a question has going on among us. >>> > Any of you know any bike shops on your city that are owned and/or >>> operated by/mainly by women? >>> > >>> > Thanks >>> > >>> > R. >>> > ____________________________________ >>> > >>> > The ThinkTank mailing List >>> > >>> > Unsubscribe from this list here: >>> http://lists.bikecollectives.org/options.cgi/thethinktank-bikecollectives.o… >>> <https://urldefense.proofpoint.com/v2/url?u=http-3A__lists.bikecollectives.o…> >>> > >>> ____________________________________ >>> >>> The ThinkTank mailing List >>> >>> Unsubscribe from this list here: >>> http://lists.bikecollectives.org/options.cgi/thethinktank-bikecollectives.o… >>> <https://urldefense.proofpoint.com/v2/url?u=http-3A__lists.bikecollectives.o…> >>> >>> > ____________________________________ > > The ThinkTank mailing List > > Unsubscribe from this list here: https://urldefense.proofpoint.com/v2/url?u=http-3A__lists.bikecollectives.o… > > -- > Joshua McDermott > Director of Performance Spaces > University of San Francisco > Tech and Design Program > 510.316.2620myusf.usfca.edu/arts-sciences/tech-design-certificate > > > > > ---------- Forwarded message ---------- > From: Deb Salls <deb(a)bikeworks.org> > To: The Think Tank <thethinktank(a)lists.bikecollectives.org> > Cc: > Bcc: > Date: Tue, 18 Feb 2020 15:31:14 -0800 > Subject: Re: [TheThinkTank] Women operated/own shops > Hi All > > Free Range Cycles in the Fremont Neighborhood of Seattle is owned by > Shawna Williams and lead mechanic Nikki Mcthewson ( both former Bike Works > staff members and amazing people!!) and before Shawna it was owned for many > years by Kathleen Emry. See this article about their great work in this > post in the Seattle bike blog > https://www.seattlebikeblog.com/2020/02/14/how-free-range-cycles-works-ever… > > Also this post in the Seattle Bike Blog is about a survey about how > comfortable WTFNB folks feel at bike shops > https://www.seattlebikeblog.com/2020/02/14/splain-survey-rates-seattle-bike… > this kind of survey is likely replicable in other cities > > Deb > <http://www.bikeworks.org/> > Deb Salls > *Executive Director* > she/her pronouns what's this? > <https://uwm.edu/lgbtrc/support/gender-pronouns/> > 206.695.2607 > <https://www.facebook.com/BikeWorksSeattle> > <https://twitter.com/bikeworks206> > <https://www.instagram.com/bikeworks206/> bikeworks.org > > > *Bike Works promotes the bicycleas a vehicle for change to empoweryouth > and build resilient communities.* > *Bike Shop: *3709 S Ferdinand St, Seattle, WA 98118 > <https://www.google.com/maps/place/3709+S+Ferdinand+St,+Seattle,+WA+98118/@4…> > *Office, Warehouse & Classrooms: *3715 S Hudson St #111, Seattle, WA 98118 > <https://www.google.com/maps/place/3715+S+Hudson+St,+Seattle,+WA+98118/data=…> > > > > > On Tue, Feb 18, 2020 at 3:14 PM Sunny Nestler <programs(a)bikecoop.ca> > wrote: > >> Would love for someone to prove me wrong on that last point btw :)) >> >> *Sunny Nestler*, *Programs Manager* >> AMS Bike Co-op + Bike Kitchen >> University of British Columbia >> 604-822-2453 | thebikekitchen.ca <http://thebikekitchen.ca>| >> @BikeKitchenUBC >> >> >> On Tue, Feb 18, 2020 at 2:44 PM Sunny Nestler <programs(a)bikecoop.ca> >> wrote: >> >>> Sidesaddle in Vancouver BC ! >>> >>> The Bike Kitchen's program office is also operated by me, a non-dude ✌ >>> >>> Also a fun fact, when I was the founder of Bike Saviours Bicycle >>> Collective in Arizona in 2007 there were ZERO non-dude bike mechanics >>> employed anywhere in the entire city of Phoenix. >>> >>> x >>> sunny >>> >>> *Sunny Nestler*, *Programs Manager* >>> AMS Bike Co-op + Bike Kitchen >>> University of British Columbia >>> 604-822-2453 | thebikekitchen.ca <http://thebikekitchen.ca>| >>> @BikeKitchenUBC >>> >>> >>> On Tue, Feb 18, 2020 at 2:42 PM Judith Feist <judith.feist(a)gmail.com> >>> wrote: >>> >>>> Wheelhouse in Detroit. >>>> >>>> Sent from my iPhone >>>> >>>> > On Feb 18, 2020, at 5:40 PM, Tigre Bici <bici.uanl(a)gmail.com> wrote: >>>> > >>>> > Hello everyone! >>>> > So, a question has going on among us. >>>> > Any of you know any bike shops on your city that are owned and/or >>>> operated by/mainly by women? >>>> > >>>> > Thanks >>>> > >>>> > R. >>>> > ____________________________________ >>>> > >>>> > The ThinkTank mailing List >>>> > >>>> > Unsubscribe from this list here: >>>> http://lists.bikecollectives.org/options.cgi/thethinktank-bikecollectives.o… >>>> > >>>> ____________________________________ >>>> >>>> The ThinkTank mailing List >>>> >>>> Unsubscribe from this list here: >>>> http://lists.bikecollectives.org/options.cgi/thethinktank-bikecollectives.o… >>>> >>>> ____________________________________ >> >> The ThinkTank mailing List >> >> Unsubscribe from this list here: >> http://lists.bikecollectives.org/options.cgi/thethinktank-bikecollectives.o… >> >> > > > ---------- Forwarded message ---------- > From: Daniel Hall <director(a)londoncyclelink.ca> > To: The Think Tank <thethinktank(a)lists.bikecollectives.org> > Cc: > Bcc: > Date: Wed, 19 Feb 2020 09:45:55 -0500 > Subject: Re: [TheThinkTank] Women operated/own shops > In London, Ontario we have two shops run by non-dudes. One is owned and > operated by a non-dude (To Wheels <https://www.towheels.com/>) and the > other is managed by one (Outspokin Cycles <http://outspokincycles.ca/>). > They're two of the best shops in our city! > > *Daniel Hall* > Executive Director > > > > On Tue, Feb 18, 2020 at 6:31 PM Deb Salls <deb(a)bikeworks.org> wrote: > >> Hi All >> >> Free Range Cycles in the Fremont Neighborhood of Seattle is owned by >> Shawna Williams and lead mechanic Nikki Mcthewson ( both former Bike Works >> staff members and amazing people!!) and before Shawna it was owned for many >> years by Kathleen Emry. See this article about their great work in this >> post in the Seattle bike blog >> https://www.seattlebikeblog.com/2020/02/14/how-free-range-cycles-works-ever… >> >> Also this post in the Seattle Bike Blog is about a survey about how >> comfortable WTFNB folks feel at bike shops >> https://www.seattlebikeblog.com/2020/02/14/splain-survey-rates-seattle-bike… >> this kind of survey is likely replicable in other cities >> >> Deb >> <http://www.bikeworks.org/> >> Deb Salls >> *Executive Director* >> she/her pronouns what's this? >> <https://uwm.edu/lgbtrc/support/gender-pronouns/> >> 206.695.2607 >> <https://www.facebook.com/BikeWorksSeattle> >> <https://twitter.com/bikeworks206> >> <https://www.instagram.com/bikeworks206/> bikeworks.org >> >> >> *Bike Works promotes the bicycleas a vehicle for change to empoweryouth >> and build resilient communities.* >> *Bike Shop: *3709 S Ferdinand St, Seattle, WA 98118 >> <https://www.google.com/maps/place/3709+S+Ferdinand+St,+Seattle,+WA+98118/@4…> >> *Office, Warehouse & Classrooms: *3715 S Hudson St #111, Seattle, WA >> 98118 >> <https://www.google.com/maps/place/3715+S+Hudson+St,+Seattle,+WA+98118/data=…> >> >> >> >> >> On Tue, Feb 18, 2020 at 3:14 PM Sunny Nestler <programs(a)bikecoop.ca> >> wrote: >> >>> Would love for someone to prove me wrong on that last point btw :)) >>> >>> *Sunny Nestler*, *Programs Manager* >>> AMS Bike Co-op + Bike Kitchen >>> University of British Columbia >>> 604-822-2453 | thebikekitchen.ca <http://thebikekitchen.ca>| >>> @BikeKitchenUBC >>> >>> >>> On Tue, Feb 18, 2020 at 2:44 PM Sunny Nestler <programs(a)bikecoop.ca> >>> wrote: >>> >>>> Sidesaddle in Vancouver BC ! >>>> >>>> The Bike Kitchen's program office is also operated by me, a non-dude ✌ >>>> >>>> Also a fun fact, when I was the founder of Bike Saviours Bicycle >>>> Collective in Arizona in 2007 there were ZERO non-dude bike mechanics >>>> employed anywhere in the entire city of Phoenix. >>>> >>>> x >>>> sunny >>>> >>>> *Sunny Nestler*, *Programs Manager* >>>> AMS Bike Co-op + Bike Kitchen >>>> University of British Columbia >>>> 604-822-2453 | thebikekitchen.ca <http://thebikekitchen.ca>| >>>> @BikeKitchenUBC >>>> >>>> >>>> On Tue, Feb 18, 2020 at 2:42 PM Judith Feist <judith.feist(a)gmail.com> >>>> wrote: >>>> >>>>> Wheelhouse in Detroit. >>>>> >>>>> Sent from my iPhone >>>>> >>>>> > On Feb 18, 2020, at 5:40 PM, Tigre Bici <bici.uanl(a)gmail.com> wrote: >>>>> > >>>>> > Hello everyone! >>>>> > So, a question has going on among us. >>>>> > Any of you know any bike shops on your city that are owned and/or >>>>> operated by/mainly by women? >>>>> > >>>>> > Thanks >>>>> > >>>>> > R. >>>>> > ____________________________________ >>>>> > >>>>> > The ThinkTank mailing List >>>>> > >>>>> > Unsubscribe from this list here: >>>>> http://lists.bikecollectives.org/options.cgi/thethinktank-bikecollectives.o… >>>>> > >>>>> ____________________________________ >>>>> >>>>> The ThinkTank mailing List >>>>> >>>>> Unsubscribe from this list here: >>>>> http://lists.bikecollectives.org/options.cgi/thethinktank-bikecollectives.o… >>>>> >>>>> ____________________________________ >>> >>> The ThinkTank mailing List >>> >>> Unsubscribe from this list here: >>> http://lists.bikecollectives.org/options.cgi/thethinktank-bikecollectives.o… >>> >>> ____________________________________ >> >> The ThinkTank mailing List >> >> Unsubscribe from this list here: >> http://lists.bikecollectives.org/options.cgi/thethinktank-bikecollectives.o… >> >> > > > ---------- Forwarded message ---------- > From: Judith Feist <judith.feist(a)gmail.com> > To: The Think Tank <thethinktank(a)lists.bikecollectives.org> > Cc: > Bcc: > Date: Wed, 19 Feb 2020 11:16:36 -0500 > Subject: Re: [TheThinkTank] Women operated/own shops > Gladys bikes in Portland. > > > I can do a little research but I know t here is a tiny shop > In Seattle as well...the focus of commuting/touring. > > Sent from my iPhone > > On Feb 19, 2020, at 9:45 AM, Daniel Hall <director(a)londoncyclelink.ca> > wrote: > > In London, Ontario we have two shops run by non-dudes. One is owned and > operated by a non-dude (To Wheels <https://www.towheels.com/>) and the > other is managed by one (Outspokin Cycles <http://outspokincycles.ca/>). > They're two of the best shops in our city! > > *Daniel Hall* > Executive Director > > > > On Tue, Feb 18, 2020 at 6:31 PM Deb Salls <deb(a)bikeworks.org> wrote: > >> Hi All >> >> Free Range Cycles in the Fremont Neighborhood of Seattle is owned by >> Shawna Williams and lead mechanic Nikki Mcthewson ( both former Bike Works >> staff members and amazing people!!) and before Shawna it was owned for many >> years by Kathleen Emry. See this article about their great work in this >> post in the Seattle bike blog >> https://www.seattlebikeblog.com/2020/02/14/how-free-range-cycles-works-ever… >> >> Also this post in the Seattle Bike Blog is about a survey about how >> comfortable WTFNB folks feel at bike shops >> https://www.seattlebikeblog.com/2020/02/14/splain-survey-rates-seattle-bike… >> this kind of survey is likely replicable in other cities >> >> Deb >> <http://www.bikeworks.org/> >> Deb Salls >> *Executive Director* >> she/her pronouns what's this? >> <https://uwm.edu/lgbtrc/support/gender-pronouns/> >> 206.695.2607 >> <https://www.facebook.com/BikeWorksSeattle> >> <https://twitter.com/bikeworks206> >> <https://www.instagram.com/bikeworks206/> bikeworks.org >> >> >> *Bike Works promotes the bicycleas a vehicle for change to empoweryouth >> and build resilient communities.* >> *Bike Shop: *3709 S Ferdinand St, Seattle, WA 98118 >> <https://www.google.com/maps/place/3709+S+Ferdinand+St,+Seattle,+WA+98118/@4…> >> *Office, Warehouse & Classrooms: *3715 S Hudson St #111, Seattle, WA >> 98118 >> <https://www.google.com/maps/place/3715+S+Hudson+St,+Seattle,+WA+98118/data=…> >> >> >> >> >> On Tue, Feb 18, 2020 at 3:14 PM Sunny Nestler <programs(a)bikecoop.ca> >> wrote: >> >>> Would love for someone to prove me wrong on that last point btw :)) >>> >>> *Sunny Nestler*, *Programs Manager* >>> AMS Bike Co-op + Bike Kitchen >>> University of British Columbia >>> 604-822-2453 | thebikekitchen.ca <http://thebikekitchen.ca>| >>> @BikeKitchenUBC >>> >>> >>> On Tue, Feb 18, 2020 at 2:44 PM Sunny Nestler <programs(a)bikecoop.ca> >>> wrote: >>> >>>> Sidesaddle in Vancouver BC ! >>>> >>>> The Bike Kitchen's program office is also operated by me, a non-dude ✌ >>>> >>>> Also a fun fact, when I was the founder of Bike Saviours Bicycle >>>> Collective in Arizona in 2007 there were ZERO non-dude bike mechanics >>>> employed anywhere in the entire city of Phoenix. >>>> >>>> x >>>> sunny >>>> >>>> *Sunny Nestler*, *Programs Manager* >>>> AMS Bike Co-op + Bike Kitchen >>>> University of British Columbia >>>> 604-822-2453 | thebikekitchen.ca <http://thebikekitchen.ca>| >>>> @BikeKitchenUBC >>>> >>>> >>>> On Tue, Feb 18, 2020 at 2:42 PM Judith Feist <judith.feist(a)gmail.com> >>>> wrote: >>>> >>>>> Wheelhouse in Detroit. >>>>> >>>>> Sent from my iPhone >>>>> >>>>> > On Feb 18, 2020, at 5:40 PM, Tigre Bici <bici.uanl(a)gmail.com> wrote: >>>>> > >>>>> > Hello everyone! >>>>> > So, a question has going on among us. >>>>> > Any of you know any bike shops on your city that are owned and/or >>>>> operated by/mainly by women? >>>>> > >>>>> > Thanks >>>>> > >>>>> > R. >>>>> > ____________________________________ >>>>> > >>>>> > The ThinkTank mailing List >>>>> > >>>>> > Unsubscribe from this list here: >>>>> http://lists.bikecollectives.org/options.cgi/thethinktank-bikecollectives.o… >>>>> > >>>>> ____________________________________ >>>>> >>>>> The ThinkTank mailing List >>>>> >>>>> Unsubscribe from this list here: >>>>> http://lists.bikecollectives.org/options.cgi/thethinktank-bikecollectives.o… >>>>> >>>>> ____________________________________ >>> >>> The ThinkTank mailing List >>> >>> Unsubscribe from this list here: >>> http://lists.bikecollectives.org/options.cgi/thethinktank-bikecollectives.o… >>> >>> ____________________________________ >> >> The ThinkTank mailing List >> >> Unsubscribe from this list here: >> http://lists.bikecollectives.org/options.cgi/thethinktank-bikecollectives.o… >> >> ____________________________________ > > The ThinkTank mailing List > > Unsubscribe from this list here: > http://lists.bikecollectives.org/options.cgi/thethinktank-bikecollectives.o… > > > > > ---------- Forwarded message ---------- > From: Luke Box <lukebox(a)gmail.com> > To: The Think Tank <thethinktank(a)lists.bikecollectives.org> > Cc: > Bcc: > Date: Wed, 19 Feb 2020 14:39:53 -0500 > Subject: Re: [TheThinkTank] Women operated/own shops > BroomWagon in Lexington KY is co-owned by a woman. > > On Wed, Feb 19, 2020, 11:24 AM Judith Feist <judith.feist(a)gmail.com> > wrote: > >> Gladys bikes in Portland. >> >> >> I can do a little research but I know t here is a tiny shop >> In Seattle as well...the focus of commuting/touring. >> >> Sent from my iPhone >> >> On Feb 19, 2020, at 9:45 AM, Daniel Hall <director(a)londoncyclelink.ca> >> wrote: >> >> In London, Ontario we have two shops run by non-dudes. One is owned and >> operated by a non-dude (To Wheels <https://www.towheels.com/>) and the >> other is managed by one (Outspokin Cycles <http://outspokincycles.ca/>). >> They're two of the best shops in our city! >> >> *Daniel Hall* >> Executive Director >> >> >> >> On Tue, Feb 18, 2020 at 6:31 PM Deb Salls <deb(a)bikeworks.org> wrote: >> >>> Hi All >>> >>> Free Range Cycles in the Fremont Neighborhood of Seattle is owned by >>> Shawna Williams and lead mechanic Nikki Mcthewson ( both former Bike Works >>> staff members and amazing people!!) and before Shawna it was owned for many >>> years by Kathleen Emry. See this article about their great work in this >>> post in the Seattle bike blog >>> https://www.seattlebikeblog.com/2020/02/14/how-free-range-cycles-works-ever… >>> >>> Also this post in the Seattle Bike Blog is about a survey about how >>> comfortable WTFNB folks feel at bike shops >>> https://www.seattlebikeblog.com/2020/02/14/splain-survey-rates-seattle-bike… >>> this kind of survey is likely replicable in other cities >>> >>> Deb >>> <http://www.bikeworks.org/> >>> Deb Salls >>> *Executive Director* >>> she/her pronouns what's this? >>> <https://uwm.edu/lgbtrc/support/gender-pronouns/> >>> 206.695.2607 >>> <https://www.facebook.com/BikeWorksSeattle> >>> <https://twitter.com/bikeworks206> >>> <https://www.instagram.com/bikeworks206/> bikeworks.org >>> >>> >>> *Bike Works promotes the bicycleas a vehicle for change to empoweryouth >>> and build resilient communities.* >>> *Bike Shop: *3709 S Ferdinand St, Seattle, WA 98118 >>> <https://www.google.com/maps/place/3709+S+Ferdinand+St,+Seattle,+WA+98118/@4…> >>> *Office, Warehouse & Classrooms: *3715 S Hudson St #111, Seattle, WA >>> 98118 >>> <https://www.google.com/maps/place/3715+S+Hudson+St,+Seattle,+WA+98118/data=…> >>> >>> >>> >>> >>> On Tue, Feb 18, 2020 at 3:14 PM Sunny Nestler <programs(a)bikecoop.ca> >>> wrote: >>> >>>> Would love for someone to prove me wrong on that last point btw :)) >>>> >>>> *Sunny Nestler*, *Programs Manager* >>>> AMS Bike Co-op + Bike Kitchen >>>> University of British Columbia >>>> 604-822-2453 | thebikekitchen.ca <http://thebikekitchen.ca>| >>>> @BikeKitchenUBC >>>> >>>> >>>> On Tue, Feb 18, 2020 at 2:44 PM Sunny Nestler <programs(a)bikecoop.ca> >>>> wrote: >>>> >>>>> Sidesaddle in Vancouver BC ! >>>>> >>>>> The Bike Kitchen's program office is also operated by me, a non-dude ✌ >>>>> >>>>> Also a fun fact, when I was the founder of Bike Saviours Bicycle >>>>> Collective in Arizona in 2007 there were ZERO non-dude bike mechanics >>>>> employed anywhere in the entire city of Phoenix. >>>>> >>>>> x >>>>> sunny >>>>> >>>>> *Sunny Nestler*, *Programs Manager* >>>>> AMS Bike Co-op + Bike Kitchen >>>>> University of British Columbia >>>>> 604-822-2453 | thebikekitchen.ca <http://thebikekitchen.ca>| >>>>> @BikeKitchenUBC >>>>> >>>>> >>>>> On Tue, Feb 18, 2020 at 2:42 PM Judith Feist <judith.feist(a)gmail.com> >>>>> wrote: >>>>> >>>>>> Wheelhouse in Detroit. >>>>>> >>>>>> Sent from my iPhone >>>>>> >>>>>> > On Feb 18, 2020, at 5:40 PM, Tigre Bici <bici.uanl(a)gmail.com> >>>>>> wrote: >>>>>> > >>>>>> > Hello everyone! >>>>>> > So, a question has going on among us. >>>>>> > Any of you know any bike shops on your city that are owned and/or >>>>>> operated by/mainly by women? >>>>>> > >>>>>> > Thanks >>>>>> > >>>>>> > R. >>>>>> > ____________________________________ >>>>>> > >>>>>> > The ThinkTank mailing List >>>>>> > >>>>>> > Unsubscribe from this list here: >>>>>> http://lists.bikecollectives.org/options.cgi/thethinktank-bikecollectives.o… >>>>>> > >>>>>> ____________________________________ >>>>>> >>>>>> The ThinkTank mailing List >>>>>> >>>>>> Unsubscribe from this list here: >>>>>> http://lists.bikecollectives.org/options.cgi/thethinktank-bikecollectives.o… >>>>>> >>>>>> ____________________________________ >>>> >>>> The ThinkTank mailing List >>>> >>>> Unsubscribe from this list here: >>>> http://lists.bikecollectives.org/options.cgi/thethinktank-bikecollectives.o… >>>> >>>> ____________________________________ >>> >>> The ThinkTank mailing List >>> >>> Unsubscribe from this list here: >>> http://lists.bikecollectives.org/options.cgi/thethinktank-bikecollectives.o… >>> >>> ____________________________________ >> >> The ThinkTank mailing List >> >> Unsubscribe from this list here: >> http://lists.bikecollectives.org/options.cgi/thethinktank-bikecollectives.o… >> >> ____________________________________ >> >> The ThinkTank mailing List >> >> Unsubscribe from this list here: >> http://lists.bikecollectives.org/options.cgi/thethinktank-bikecollectives.o… >> >> > > > ---------- Forwarded message ---------- > From: Kevin Dwyer <kevidwyer(a)gmail.com> > To: The Think Tank <thethinktank(a)lists.bikecollectives.org> > Cc: > Bcc: > Date: Wed, 19 Feb 2020 12:54:31 -0700 > Subject: Re: [TheThinkTank] Women operated/own shops > Hi There- > > Here are the ones that I am aware of: > > The Bike Lady- Salt Lake City, UT > Chili Pepper-Moab, UT > Bingham Cyclery-Salt Lake City, Sandy, Sunset and Ogden, UT > Salt Cycle-Sandy, UT > Spun Bicycles-Cincinnati, OH > Gladys Bikes-Portland, OR > Frontier Bikes-Eudora, KS > > > Kevin Dwyer > > > > IMPORTANT: This communication is intended solely for the use of the > individual or entity to which it is addressed. It may contain information > that is confidential and/or protected by the attorney-client or other > applicable privilege and Federal . If you are not the intended recipient, > or if you are not responsible for delivering this communication to the > intended recipient, you are hereby notified that the disclosure of this > communication is strictly prohibited. If you have received this > communication in error, please notify me immediately by telephone at (801) > 647-0797, and return the original message to the above address, via > email. Thank you. > > On Feb 18, 2020, at 4:31 PM, Deb Salls <deb(a)bikeworks.org> wrote: > > > Hi All > > Free Range Cycles in the Fremont Neighborhood of Seattle is owned by > Shawna Williams and lead mechanic Nikki Mcthewson ( both former Bike Works > staff members and amazing people!!) and before Shawna it was owned for many > years by Kathleen Emry. See this article about their great work in this > post in the Seattle bike blog > https://www.seattlebikeblog.com/2020/02/14/how-free-range-cycles-works-ever… > > Also this post in the Seattle Bike Blog is about a survey about how > comfortable WTFNB folks feel at bike shops > https://www.seattlebikeblog.com/2020/02/14/splain-survey-rates-seattle-bike… > this kind of survey is likely replicable in other cities > > Deb > <http://www.bikeworks.org/> > Deb Salls > *Executive Director* > she/her pronouns what's this? > <https://uwm.edu/lgbtrc/support/gender-pronouns/> > 206.695.2607 > <https://www.facebook.com/BikeWorksSeattle> > <https://twitter.com/bikeworks206> > <https://www.instagram.com/bikeworks206/> bikeworks.org > > > *Bike Works promotes the bicycleas a vehicle for change to empoweryouth > and build resilient communities.* > *Bike Shop: *3709 S Ferdinand St, Seattle, WA 98118 > <https://www.google.com/maps/place/3709+S+Ferdinand+St,+Seattle,+WA+98118/@4…> > *Office, Warehouse & Classrooms: *3715 S Hudson St #111, Seattle, WA 98118 > <https://www.google.com/maps/place/3715+S+Hudson+St,+Seattle,+WA+98118/data=…> > > > > > On Tue, Feb 18, 2020 at 3:14 PM Sunny Nestler <programs(a)bikecoop.ca> > wrote: > >> Would love for someone to prove me wrong on that last point btw :)) >> >> *Sunny Nestler*, *Programs Manager* >> AMS Bike Co-op + Bike Kitchen >> University of British Columbia >> 604-822-2453 | thebikekitchen.ca <http://thebikekitchen.ca>| >> @BikeKitchenUBC >> >> >> On Tue, Feb 18, 2020 at 2:44 PM Sunny Nestler <programs(a)bikecoop.ca> >> wrote: >> >>> Sidesaddle in Vancouver BC ! >>> >>> The Bike Kitchen's program office is also operated by me, a non-dude ✌ >>> >>> Also a fun fact, when I was the founder of Bike Saviours Bicycle >>> Collective in Arizona in 2007 there were ZERO non-dude bike mechanics >>> employed anywhere in the entire city of Phoenix. >>> >>> x >>> sunny >>> >>> *Sunny Nestler*, *Programs Manager* >>> AMS Bike Co-op + Bike Kitchen >>> University of British Columbia >>> 604-822-2453 | thebikekitchen.ca <http://thebikekitchen.ca>| >>> @BikeKitchenUBC >>> >>> >>> On Tue, Feb 18, 2020 at 2:42 PM Judith Feist <judith.feist(a)gmail.com> >>> wrote: >>> >>>> Wheelhouse in Detroit. >>>> >>>> Sent from my iPhone >>>> >>>> > On Feb 18, 2020, at 5:40 PM, Tigre Bici <bici.uanl(a)gmail.com> wrote: >>>> > >>>> > Hello everyone! >>>> > So, a question has going on among us. >>>> > Any of you know any bike shops on your city that are owned and/or >>>> operated by/mainly by women? >>>> > >>>> > Thanks >>>> > >>>> > R. >>>> > ____________________________________ >>>> > >>>> > The ThinkTank mailing List >>>> > >>>> > Unsubscribe from this list here: >>>> http://lists.bikecollectives.org/options.cgi/thethinktank-bikecollectives.o… >>>> > >>>> ____________________________________ >>>> >>>> The ThinkTank mailing List >>>> >>>> Unsubscribe from this list here: >>>> http://lists.bikecollectives.org/options.cgi/thethinktank-bikecollectives.o… >>>> >>>> ____________________________________ >> >> The ThinkTank mailing List >> >> Unsubscribe from this list here: >> http://lists.bikecollectives.org/options.cgi/thethinktank-bikecollectives.o… >> >> ____________________________________ > > The ThinkTank mailing List > > Unsubscribe from this list here: > http://lists.bikecollectives.org/options.cgi/thethinktank-bikecollectives.o… > > _______________________________________________ > Thethinktank mailing list > Thethinktank(a)lists.bikecollectives.org > > http://lists.bikecollectives.org/listinfo.cgi/thethinktank-bikecollectives.… >

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Job posting @ Bike Kitchen Vancouver
by Hannah Fiegenbaum 11 Feb '20

11 Feb '20

Hello bike friends, Wanted to share with you this job posting <https://static1.squarespace.com/static/5b3e92d6297114e0b7106970/t/5e409126b…>!! The Bike Kitchen <https://www.thebikekitchen.ca/about> in Vancouver BC is looking for special humans to come and wrench with us. Please have a look and share with anyone you think might be interested. <3 Hannah *Hannah **Feigenbaum *(she/her) *Communications Coordinator* AMS Bike Co-op + Bike Kitchen University of British Columbia 604-822-BIKE | thebikekitchen.ca <http://www.thebikekitchen.ca> | @BikeKitchenUBC

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Re: [TheThinkTank] Thethinktank Digest, Vol 160, Issue 12 - Color Coding Parts
by WRENCH Resource 07 Feb '20

07 Feb '20

Put picture of WRENCH drawers here , I've found it's certainly helpful! Patrick Neufeld, Resource Reclamation Coordinator The WRENCH 1057 Logan Ave. Winnipeg, MB R3E 3N8 <https://maps.google.com/?q=1057+Logan+Ave.+Winnipeg,+MB%C2%A0+R3E+3N8&entry…> Treaty 1 Territory, Homeland of the Metis Nation thewrench.ca <http://www.thewrench.ca> 204-296-3389 <(204)%20296-3389> On Wed, Jan 29, 2020 at 6:59 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: Color Coding Bike parts (eric(a)bikeerie.org) > > > > ---------- Forwarded message ---------- > From: "eric(a)bikeerie.org" <eric(a)bikeerie.org> > To: The Think Tank <thethinktank(a)lists.bikecollectives.org> > Cc: > Bcc: > Date: Wed, 29 Jan 2020 13:28:04 -0500 > Subject: Re: [TheThinkTank] Color Coding Bike parts > Hello Think Tank, > > I like the color scheme idea too. It’s one more simple organizational > step. We have been working hard at our parts bins and while it’s not quite > done but this is where we’re at with this project today. Presently we have > the labels and components wired to the bin compartment. Next will be the > color coding. > > There are numerous benefits to our efforts. The obvious one is for parts > to be able to put away and found easily. The other part of this is > educational. So we have the word description and the visual. All of this > should help our youth and our community to prosper. > > Eric Brozell > BikeErie.org > Erie Recycle a Bicycle > > > > > > > On Jan 27, 2020, at 2:35 PM, Bk Mk <panamahvac(a)mail.com> wrote: > > > > I will share the color scheme we've got with anyone interested. > Any comments / suggestions are welcome > > The plan is to use stickers and paint for drawers and bins. to make it > easy to identify, find, and sort parts. > It should make it easier for novice volunteers to get involved as well. > > Here are the 9 color categories: > > Red: Brakes (Levers, pads, cables, calipers, springs, small hardware) > Yellow: Shifters, Derailers (cables, guides, hangers, small hardware) > Green: Drivetrain (Bottom Bracket, Crank, Chain, Chain links, Cassette, > Freewheel, related bearings) > Orange: Wheels (Rims, tires, tubes, spokes, nipples, hubs, axles, related > bearings) > Grey: Frame and Fork > Purple: Headset and Handlebars (stems, bearings, cups, headset cap, bar > ends, grips, grip tape) > Brown: Seats (seatpost, clamps, hardware) > Pink: Pedals (clips, hardware for clipless) > Blue: Lights and Accessories > > Some parts may have a dual color scheme (like brake/shifter levers) that > could be put in a two colored bin. > > > > Compartiré la combinación de colores que hemos creado con cualquier > persona interesada. > Cualquier comentario / sugerencia es bienvenida > El plan es usar estickers y pintura para cajones, papeleras, etiquetas > para facilitar la identificación, búsqueda y clasificación de piezas. > También debería facilitar la participación de voluntarios novatos. > > Aquí están las 9 categorías de colores: > > Rojo: frenos (palancas, zapatas, chicotes, pinzas, resortes, hardware > pequeño) > Amarillo: palancas de cambio, desviadores (chicotes, guías, patitas, > hardware pequeño) > Verde: transmisión (eje del centro, multiplicaccion, cadena, eslabones de > cadena, cassette / rueda libre, baleros relacionados) > Naranja: ruedas (llantas, camaras, rines, radios/rayos, tetinas, mazas, > ejes, baleros relacionados) > Gris: cuadro y tijera > Púrpura: eje de direccion y manubrios (baleros, copas, potencia, extremos > de barra, puños) > Cafe: Asientos (poste, abrazaderas) > Rosa: pedales (clips, hardware para clipless) > Azul: luces y accesorios > > Algunas partes pueden tener un esquema de dos colores (como las palancas > de freno / cambios) que podrían colocarse en un contenedor de dos colores. > > > Mike > Bicis Disidentes Tijuana > > *Sent:* Tuesday, January 21, 2020 at 10:42 AM > *From:* "Bk Mk" <panamahvac(a)mail.com> > *To:* thethinktank(a)lists.bikecollectives.org > *Subject:* [TheThinkTank] Color Coding Bike parts > Hi all. > To help keep the bike shop organized I have been working on a system of > color coding parts. > i.e.: Red for brake related parts > Green for drivetrain > Yellow for shifter/derailer > etc. > > The idea is to speed up finding parts as well as sorting out donations, > etc. > > Does anyone already have a system in place? > > If there was/is a "standard" color scheme I would be good to go with an > established one. > > I have already started color coding tools with the color scheme on the > sheldon brown website > https://www.sheldonbrown.com/*colorcode*.html > it is a great time-saver > > Any thoughts/comments appreciated > > Mike > Bicis Disidentes TJ > > ____________________________________ The ThinkTank mailing List > Unsubscribe from this list here: > http://lists.bikecollectives.org/options.cgi/thethinktank-bikecollectives.o… > ____________________________________ > > The ThinkTank mailing List > > Unsubscribe from this list here: > http://lists.bikecollectives.org/options.cgi/thethinktank-bikecollectives.o… > > > _______________________________________________ > Thethinktank mailing list > Thethinktank(a)lists.bikecollectives.org > > http://lists.bikecollectives.org/listinfo.cgi/thethinktank-bikecollectives.… >

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Youth Bike Summit - Call for Participation
by Karen Overton 06 Feb '20

06 Feb '20

Join us in Atlanta for YBS 2020 on March 27-29. Now's the time to encourage the young people (under 24 years of age) leading or engaged in your bike activities to present some the great work you are doing. Get ready for a high energy, empowering weekend! Apply here, www.youthbikesummit.org

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Mission Statements and Fundraising Pitches
by Josh Bisker 06 Feb '20

06 Feb '20

Hey pals, we're working on raising funds and I'll probably be doing a fair amount of outreach both on the ThinkTank and individually to ask for help and guidance. First questions: 1) What's your mission statement? Green light go. 2) What do you feel are the three most important parts of your fundraising strategies for local granting orgs, city agencies, and deep-pocketed individuals? 3) What is one lesson you've learned about fundraising that you wish you'd known when you started out? Josh / Mechanical Gardens / NYC Josh Bisker 914-500-9890 New York Mechanical Gardens Bike Co-op <http://bikecoop.nyc/> 596 Acres <http://596acres.org/> Bindlestiff Family Cirkus <http://bindlestiff.org/>

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Park Tool School Mechanics Training
by Robert Christiansen 04 Feb '20

04 Feb '20

Hello all, The Sacramento Bike Kitchen would like to ramp up our educational offerings. The programs needs to be flexible yet structured and flexible to accommodate potential volunteer scheduling/availability fluctuations. I have been looking into the Park Tool Schools program as outlined in their BB-4TG Instructor Guide. I am impressed with their offering and feel it might fit our needs perfectly. We are thinking to first establish an in-house mechanic training course which could be mandatory for new volunteers and optional for current volunteer staff. We are 100% Volunteer run. We would then open it up to the public. Tuition if any has yet to be discussed. We would greatly appreciate any feed back from all of you if you have any experience with Park Tool School or similar curriculum. Secondly have any of you instituted a mandatory training for new volunteers? If so, any observations and reflections would be welcomed. Your time and efforts are greatly appreciated and we give many thanks to you all. Keep up the the great work. For The Sacramento Bike Kitchen, Robert Christiansen Http://sacbikekitchen.org

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Color Coding Bike parts
by Bk Mk 29 Jan '20

29 Jan '20

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mailing list
by Sandy Ebersole 27 Jan '20

27 Jan '20

Please remove my from your mailing list. Thank you. Sandy Ebersole Administrative Analyst Madera County Transportation Commission 2001 Howard Road, Suite, 201 Madera, CA 93637 (559) 675-0721 [Title: MCTC Logo - Description: Madera County Transportation Commission]

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Fwd: Job Opportunity: Executive Director, Charlie's FreeWheels
by Alix Aylen 20 Jan '20

20 Jan '20

Hey thinktank pals! Charlie's is looking for a new Executive Director! I've decided to take a step back and will be working with our team to fill this position. It's a great way to strengthen your non-profit/charity skills and to spread the good word about community bike spaces in Toronto! Our team is looking for someone with project management, administrative and fundraising experience (any level or combination thereof). Experience working/volunteering with community bike spaces/projects is considered as a HUGE asset for this position. Check out the posting for more information, and please feel free to reach out if you have any questions. www.CharliesFreeWheels.ca/jobs <http://www.charliesfreewheels.ca/jobs> And spread the word! *Alix Aylen (she/her)* Executive Director Charlie's FreeWheels 242.5 Queen Street E. M5A 1S3 Toronto, Ontario t. 416-856-5510 www.charliesfreewheels.ca Sign up for our newsletter <http://charliesfreewheels.us3.list-manage.com/subscribe?u=796baa6919ab0f3b6…> Get more young people on bikes! Click here to donate to Charlies' FreeWheels. <https://www.charliesfreewheels.ca/donate/> ---------- Forwarded message --------- From: Charlie's FreeWheels <alix(a)charliesfreewheels.ca> Date: Mon, Jan 20, 2020 at 3:04 PM Subject: Job Opportunity: Executive Director, Charlie's FreeWheels To: <alix(a)charliesfreewheels.ca> Our team is looking for a new Executive Director! After working with Charlie's FreeWheels for four years, Alix Aylen is taking a step back from the Executive Director position and is looking forward to working with the team to find a new person to take on this role. Alix will continue to serve as Executive Director until a new candidate has been selected. Our ideal candidate is exceptionally well organized and equally comfortable working with youth, staff, and donors. They will enjoy both the details of running an effective small organization as well as the strategic and creative activities involved in achieving our mission. CFW is committed to employment equity and diversity in the workplace and encourages and prioritizes applications from people identifying as Black, Indigenous, People of Colour, LGBTQ2S and present or previous residents of Regent Park, Moss Park & St. James Town. The full posting can be found on our website: CharliesFreeWheels.ca/Jobs <https://charliesfreewheels.us3.list-manage.com/track/click?u=796baa6919ab0f…> Deadline to apply is February 7, 2020 at 5pm! Please help us to spread the word! All the best! *Alix *&* the Charlie's FreeWheels team* [image: Twitter] <https://charliesfreewheels.us3.list-manage.com/track/click?u=796baa6919ab0f…> [image: Facebook] <https://charliesfreewheels.us3.list-manage.com/track/click?u=796baa6919ab0f…> [image: Website] <http://www.charliesfreewheels.ca> *Copyright © Charlie's FreeWheels, All rights reserved.* *Our mailing address is:* 242.5 Queen St. E, Toronto, ON, M5A 1S3 Want to change how you receive these emails? You can update your preferences <https://charliesfreewheels.us3.list-manage.com/profile?u=796baa6919ab0f3b6a…> or unsubscribe from this list <https://charliesfreewheels.us3.list-manage.com/unsubscribe?u=796baa6919ab0f…> This email was sent to alix(a)charliesfreewheels.ca *why did I get this?* <https://charliesfreewheels.us3.list-manage.com/about?u=796baa6919ab0f3b6ac6…> unsubscribe from this list <https://charliesfreewheels.us3.list-manage.com/unsubscribe?u=796baa6919ab0f…> update subscription preferences <https://charliesfreewheels.us3.list-manage.com/profile?u=796baa6919ab0f3b6a…> Charlie's FreeWheels · 242.5 Queen Street East · Toronto, ON M5A 1S3 · Canada [image: Email Marketing Powered by Mailchimp] <http://www.mailchimp.com/monkey-rewards/?utm_source=freemium_newsletter&utm…>

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Re: [TheThinkTank] Visioning Meetings
by mist＠strans.org 09 Jan '20

09 Jan '20

Hi, In 2016, we crafted a long range, big picture vision when we took on the task of buying a 2 acre property with a 28,000 sq ft building in the heart of Missoula. (we raised the down payment outright with cash donations, then assembled 8 tenants to cover the mortgage) We had many pot lucks, round tables and one on one conversations. Then our two main staff (myself and our programs director, Emily) spent a bunch of time sifting, sorting, editing, re-dreaming; the 4 page doc is found here: http://www.freecycles.org/vision we update it every year or so (it's due once again for revision as time/people/energy change) It's focused on expanding our basic Free Cycles programs (Open Shop, Build a Bike), adding new programs (a hostel, learning center, bike share), our advocacy efforts (bikeways, roundabouts, road diets, sustainable paving) and also the dream of going off-grid, carbon neutral, no fossil fuels, and local and healthy materials to retrofit the building. the doc is brief, and our plan is to take on pieces as we can, expanding the pieces with work plans and rough budgets happy to talk more to anyone via mist(a)strans.org or 406.830.7676 -Bob Giordano, director, Free Cycles, MIST Quoting Alysia Herr <alysiaherr(a)gmail.com>: > Hi buds, > > I'm with Kickstand Community Bikes, a volunteer-run space in Vancouver, BC. > We're in the midst of some big changes: a shop move, general increase in > volunteer-time, and increase in shop user-ship. All good things, but we've > decided that it's probably time for visioning meeting. However, it turns > out folks have some different ideas about what this means. I have my own > ideas, but I haven't participated in this sort of meeting before, so I'm > not sure how to build a framework to make this exercise useful. > > Has anyone participated in a Visioning Meeting for their organization? What > did it look like? Specifically, what was the scope and what were the goals? > Who facilitated the meeting? How many people attended? What did you > accomplish? If anyone has an agenda or outline they could share, I'd > appreciate it. > > Thanks! > > Alysia

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