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Job opening: League Women Bike Manager
by Carolyn Szczepanski 08 Apr '14

08 Apr '14

Job Opening: * League of American Bicyclists Women Bike Manager* In 2012, the League launched its Women Bike initiative<http://www.bikeleague.org/womenbike>, aimed at changing the face of bicycling by creating pathways for women of diverse backgrounds to embrace biking as an everyday activity and participate as riders, advocates and leaders. Women Bike served as a model for a larger Equity Initiative <http://www.bikeleague.org/equity> launched by the League last year, and the two programs have been closely allied in expanding the reach of bicycle advocacy to serve more diverse populations. The new Women Bike Manager will lead the program through an exciting period of growth, becoming the its first full-time staff member. As the energy and interest to get more women on bikes grows, Women Bike is working to share collective knowledge, build a network of diverse female leaders and advance targeted programs that put more women in the saddle and at the forefront of the movement. The Women Bike Program Manager will work closely with the Equity Initiative Manager and other social programs staff at the League to coordinate our work with the public we serve. * <http://bikeleague.org/content/league-seeks-women-bike-manager>* *Read more and please share! <http://bikeleague.org/content/league-seeks-women-bike-manager>* http://bikeleague.org/content/league-seeks-women-bike-manager *CAROLYN SZCZEPANSKI*, *Director of Communications, Women Bike* CAROLYN(a)BIKELEAGUE.ORG | 202-621-5452 *THE LEAGUE OF AMERICAN BICYCLISTS* WWW.BIKELEAGUE.ORG/WOMENBIKE <http://www.bikeleague.org/womenbike> TWITTER <https://twitter.com/BikeLeague> | FACEBOOK<http://www.facebook.com/leagueamericanbicyclists> | YOUTUBE <http://www.youtube.com/user/bikeleaguevideo> *Make every ride count in the National Bike Challenge <https://nationalbikechallenge.org/> -- it's fun, free and ALL NEW in 2014! Register today! <https://nationalbikechallenge.org/> *

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Kalamazoo, MI shops
by Judith Feist 07 Apr '14

07 Apr '14

Good afternoon, All! I was just wondering if there are any collectives in the Kalamazoo, MI area. Specifically, any that have any programs dedicated to youth so that they are able to work on their own bikes. I have a friend living there and he'd like to bring his daughter in so she can learn about working on her bike...any info is appreciated, thank you! -- judith caroline feist "i don' think my art is political. i think it's about the stuff that doesn't let me sleep at night." -felix gonzalez-torres I think [the bicycle] has done more to emancipate women than anything else in the world...It gives a woman a feeling of freedom and self-reliance.~Susan B. Anthony

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outdoor tool stations
by breathingplanet . 07 Apr '14

07 Apr '14

we are looking to (re)build an outdoor tool station. are there any good example of this? with pictures? this is for during shop hours (not necessarily all the time), so it would be great if tools could be easily removed and then put back... but secure. andrew Troy Bike Rescue -- ------__o ----_`\<,_ ---(_)/ (_) andrew lynn 518-573-7947

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Privacy on the ThinkTank
by Godwin ! 06 Apr '14

06 Apr '14

In regards to the recent thread on QBP, please be aware that your conversations here are open to the public at: http://lists.bikecollectives.org/pipermail/thethinktank-bikecollectives.org/. This is the way that the ThinkTank has been since the beginning in September 2006 but perhaps more conversation is needed about this if people are uneasy about that. There are few options as far as I can tell though, it seems that MailMan only allows public or private archives and the public archives (although generally underused as far as I can tell) are a great resource. Thoughts? Anyone more of an expert on MailMan and knows a better way we should set it up? .godwin

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Re: [TheThinkTank] Thethinktank Digest, Vol 92, Issue 1
by DCoppley＠intercitytransit.com 05 Apr '14

05 Apr '14

Thanks for all the leads on the bike lights everyone. It looks like everyone is using more or less the same silicone body light. I wonder if kids that get them replace the little watch battery when they go out, of if it's a throw-away item. David David Coppley Walk n' Roll Program Assistant Intercity Transit 360-705-5817 PO Box 659 Olympia, WA 98501 dcoppley(a)intercitytransit.com Find us on Facebook! -----Original Message----- From: thethinktank-bounces+dcoppley=intercitytransit.com(a)lists.bikecollectives.org [mailto:thethinktank-bounces+dcoppley=intercitytransit.com@lists.bikecollectives.org] On Behalf Of thethinktank-request(a)lists.bikecollectives.org Sent: Tuesday, April 01, 2014 1:15 PM To: thethinktank(a)lists.bikecollectives.org Subject: Thethinktank Digest, Vol 92, Issue 1 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: Sources for inexpensive bike lights? (Ryan Feller) ---------------------------------------------------------------------- Message: 1 Date: Tue, 1 Apr 2014 13:16:02 -0400 From: Ryan Feller <ryansfeller(a)gmail.com> To: The Think Tank <thethinktank(a)lists.bikecollectives.org> Subject: Re: [TheThinkTank] Sources for inexpensive bike lights? Message-ID: <CAJsyP2JLFb74PiFPe3q7ZzLhGVcMoBwjtnWvnQ-ZOeJPjLF6-w(a)mail.gmail.com> Content-Type: text/plain; charset="iso-8859-1" I just picked up a pair of these for myself - 90 cents each, free shipping, and they look identical to the ones that Christopher posted above. I'm not sure how well they work (or even if batteries are included), but if anyone's interested I can post an update in this thread once they arrive. Several others on eBay sell the same lights at similar prices. http://www.ebay.com/itm/360761100542?var=630169092981&ssPageName=STRK:MEWNX… On Mon, Mar 31, 2014 at 9:08 PM, Christopher Chan < chris.chan(a)edmontonbikes.ca> wrote: > I've been purchasing these: > > > http://www.fasttech.com/products/0/10000977/1081100-2-led-3-mode-white > -red-light-bicycle-fog-lights-2 > > 3.66 per pair, and they almost always work unlike the ones we purchase > through our regular supplier. > > You can save a dollar per set (~2.72 per pair) if you order pairs of > red and pairs of white lights, and then get volunteers to repackage > the lights once you receive them. > > > http://www.fasttech.com/products/0/10002426/1178400-3-mode-2-led-white > -light-tie-on-bike-light-keychai > > > http://www.fasttech.com/products/1603/10000977/1347701-2-led-3-mode-re > d-light-bicycle-fog-lights-2-piece- > > I order them in about quantities of 40 and haven't ever had any taxes > or duties on it. There's no shipping fee ever, so you can place as > many small or big orders as you like. My only concern with placing a > larger order in one package would be if it started to look like importing goods. > > You can save money if you're doing a much larger order (thousands) and > are willing to figure out how to import things, but that's too much for us. > Also, I think it's probably easier in the States than up here to find > the companies to handle imports/large volume purchases than it is up here. > > > Regards, > > Christopher Chan > *Executive Director* > Edmonton Bicycle Commuters' Society > edmontonbikes.ca > > *BikeWorks North ** 9305 111 Ave * T5G 0A2 * 780-757-9100 *BikeWorks > South ** 8001 102 St * T6E 4A2 * 780-433-2453 *Cell ** privatecellchan > Edmonton, Alberta, Canada @edmontonbicycle > <https://twitter.com/edmontonbicycle> > facebook.com/EdmontonBicycleCommuters<https://www.facebook.com/Edmonto > nBicycleCommuters> > > > > On Thu, Mar 27, 2014 at 11:07 AM, Ryne Emory <ryne(a)thebikedepot.org>wrote: > >> We use J&B's brand, sunlite and choose one of the cheapest versions. >> You definitely get what you pay for, so it's pretty hard to find a >> cheap light that is reliable. We end up returning 10-25% of them >> because they're defective. >> >> >> On Thu, Mar 27, 2014 at 10:59 AM, <DCoppley(a)intercitytransit.com> wrote: >> >>> Hello fellow bicycle do-gooders, >>> >>> >>> >>> I need to order a large quantity of inexpensive bike lights to use >>> as giveaways with bicycle we provide to youth as part of our >>> program. Does anyone have suggestions for a good source of >>> inexpensive lights? There seem to be a million suppliers on the >>> internet, and I don't want to end up with something dodgy. Thanks for reading! >>> >>> >>> >>> David >>> >>> >>> >>> David Coppley >>> >>> Walk n' Roll Program Assistant >>> >>> Intercity Transit >>> >>> 360-705-5817 >>> >>> PO Box 659 Olympia, WA 98501 >>> >>> dcoppley(a)intercitytransit.com >>> >>> Find us on Facebook! >>> <https://www.facebook.com/BicycleCommuterContest> >>> >>> >>> >>> [image: WalkNRoll_HZ_RGB] >>> >>> >>> >>> ____________________________________ >>> >>> The ThinkTank mailing List >>> <a href=" >>> http://lists.bikecollectives.org/options.cgi/thethinktank-bikecollec >>> tives.org/ryne%40thebikedepot.org?unsub=1&unsubconfirm=1">Unsubscrib >>> e >>> from this list</a> >>> >>> >>> >> >> >> -- >> Ryne Emory >> Program Manager >> The Bike Depot >> 2825 Fairfax St. >> Denver, CO 80207 >> Office: 303-393-1963 >> Fax: 303-393-2607 >> Ryne(a)thebikedepot.org >> >> ____________________________________ >> >> The ThinkTank mailing List >> <a href=" >> http://lists.bikecollectives.org/options.cgi/thethinktank-bikecollect >> ives.org/chris.chan%40edmontonbikes.ca?unsub=1&unsubconfirm=1">Unsubs >> cribe >> from this list</a> >> >> >> > > ____________________________________ > > The ThinkTank mailing List > <a href=" > http://lists.bikecollectives.org/options.cgi/thethinktank-bikecollecti > ves.org/ryansfeller%40gmail.com?unsub=1&unsubconfirm=1">Unsubscribe > from this list</a> > > >

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Santa Barbara Bicycle Coalition (Bici Centro) is hiring
by Christine Bourgeois 03 Apr '14

03 Apr '14

Hi all, Any desire to work in beautiful Santa Barbara, CA? Bici Centro, the DIY community bike shop is hiring (see details below) http://bicicentro.org/Default.aspx?pageId=1234035 Best, -- Christine Bourgeois 805 699 6301 edu(a)sbbike.org Education Director, LCI #2255 Santa Barbara Bicycle Coalition <http://www.bicicentro.org/> www.facebook.com/sbbikes TITLE: Open Shop Coordinators JOB TYPE: Contract based LOCATION: Santa Barbara, CA PAY RATE: DOE WHAT WE ARE: Bici Centro, a project of the Santa Barbara Bicycle Coalition, is a community DIY bicycle repair shop and education center, with the goal of facilitating skill share and increased reliability and safety for Santa Barbara bicycle riders. POSITION DESCRIPTION: We are hiring Community Open Shop Coordinators to facilitate one open shop shift each week. Between the hours of: 11:30 am and 7:30 pm Tuesday - Friday 11:30 am and 5:30 pm Saturday *Reports to* *Shop manager and Executive Director* *Responsibilities* include: * operation of cash register and POS system * greeting and signing in patrons of the shop * teaching patrons bicycle repair skills * coordinating and appropriately tasking shop volunteers * organizing shop pre and post open hours *Qualifications*: * Background in bicycle mechanics * Strong inter-personal skills * Bilingual in English and Spanish * Ability to multi-task and maintain awareness of all happenings in a busy shop * Background in community based projects, community service, or non-profit work * Knowledge of Santa Barbara Bicycle Community and safe bicycle riding practices * Firmly believes in bicycles as a viable form of transportation *TO RESPOND*: Please include resume and cover letter to be sent to shop(a)bicicentro.org *Please attach your resume as a pdf.*

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Need Tennant Bike Policies for a property manager
by sheldon mains 03 Apr '14

03 Apr '14

We're working with the management of a large low-income housing project to get better bike parking for tenants (They've agreed to convert a parking space in an underground garage to a bike corral). They need policies for how to provide access (who gets keys/security cards) how to decide when a bike as abandoned....) Any suggestions on where to find policies to copy. (I've tried asking the list once before but haven't found an answer yet.) sheldon .............. Sheldon Mains SPOKES Bike Walk Connect www.SpokesConnect.org www.fb.com/SpokesConnect

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Sources for inexpensive bike lights?
by DCoppley＠intercitytransit.com 01 Apr '14

01 Apr '14

Hello fellow bicycle do-gooders, I need to order a large quantity of inexpensive bike lights to use as giveaways with bicycle we provide to youth as part of our program. Does anyone have suggestions for a good source of inexpensive lights? There seem to be a million suppliers on the internet, and I don't want to end up with something dodgy. Thanks for reading! David David Coppley Walk n' Roll Program Assistant Intercity Transit 360-705-5817 PO Box 659 Olympia, WA 98501 dcoppley(a)intercitytransit.com<mailto:dcoppley@intercitytransit.com> Find us on Facebook!<https://www.facebook.com/BicycleCommuterContest> [WalkNRoll_HZ_RGB]

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Artist Wanted: We HeArt Bikes Bicycle Art Show
by Reno Bike Project 31 Mar '14

31 Mar '14

Use this area to offer a short teaser of your email's content. Text here will show in the preview area of some email clients. ------------------------------------------------------------ http://us3.campaign-archive2.com/?u=896cc830d9fae0be048de1d03&id=e2e65aa956… ** Artists Wanted for We HeArt Bikes ------------------------------------------------------------ ** There is still time to submit, so get creative ------------------------------------------------------------ ** Submissions due April 11 at 5pm ------------------------------------------------------------ ** ------------------------------------------------------------ ** Submissions: ------------------------------------------------------------ We heart Bikes is open to everyone! All art has to be related to the bicycle in one way or another. This can be anything: Painting, sculpture, drawings, photographs, performances, digital media, and the like. Every submission is welcome and put on display for sale to benefit RBP. Artists decide what percentage of the sale will go to RBP, with a minimum of 50%. Submissions are accepted anytime before April 11 and can be dropped off or mailed to the Shop (541 E. 4^thSt. Reno, NV 89512). The show takes place on April 19th; For more information please call (775) 323-4488. Original artwork by Andrew Nixon For the first time this year RBP Members will get early access to the show and a free beer, starting at 5pm with general admission beginning at 6pm. If you aren't already a member you can sign up online for only $20 (http://renobikeproject.us3.list-manage.com/track/click?u=896cc830d9fae0be04…) here (http://renobikeproject.us3.list-manage.com/track/click?u=896cc830d9fae0be04…) , or you can come early and sign up then. ** Become a Member ------------------------------------------------------------ Your membership dues support our daily advocacy, community and education programs, and helps strengthen the voice of cycling in our city, working to build better biking conditions. Become a member by clicking here (http://renobikeproject.us3.list-manage.com/track/click?u=896cc830d9fae0be04…) . ============================================================ About Us Reno Bike Project (RBP) is a 501(c)(3) non-profit community bicycle shop and advocacy group committed to creating a nationally recognized, cycling-friendly community through advocacy, education, and cooperation in the Truckee Meadows. Reno Bike Project achieves its mission by: * Making cycling more accessible through recycling and recirculation of used bikes into the community at affordable prices. * Holding bike mechanics workshops and encouraging self-sufficiency by providing a space for community members to repair their own bicycles rather than incur maintenance costs. * Promoting and holding events to encourage bicycle activism. * Working with public officials and other organizations to advocate for cycling rights and growth in the Truckee Meadows. * Complementing other local groups to encourage youth safety and cycling-related arts and culture, and contributing to Reno's continual growth as a diverse and vibrant community. * Keeping an open mind to all cycling needs and ideas and helping to facilitate positive growth. 541 E. 4th St, Reno, NV 89512 | Wed. - Fri. 10am - 6pm, Sat. 10am-5pm | 775-323-4488 ** Like us on Facebook (http://renobikeproject.us3.list-manage1.com/track/click?u=896cc830d9fae0be0…) ** Follow us on Twitter (http://renobikeproject.us3.list-manage.com/track/click?u=896cc830d9fae0be04…) ** View our photos on flickr (http://renobikeproject.us3.list-manage.com/track/click?u=896cc830d9fae0be04…) ** unsubscribe from this list (http://renobikeproject.us3.list-manage1.com/unsubscribe?u=896cc830d9fae0be0…) | ** update subscription preferences (http://renobikeproject.us3.list-manage.com/profile?u=896cc830d9fae0be048de1…) This email was sent to thethinktank(a)bikecollectives.org why did I get this? (http://renobikeproject.us3.list-manage2.com/about?u=896cc830d9fae0be048de1d…) unsubscribe from this list (http://renobikeproject.us3.list-manage1.com/unsubscribe?u=896cc830d9fae0be0…) update subscription preferences (http://renobikeproject.us3.list-manage.com/profile?u=896cc830d9fae0be048de1…) Reno Bike Project · 541 E 4th St, Reno, NV, United States · Reno, NV 89512 · USA Email Marketing Powered by MailChimp http://www.mailchimp.com/monkey-rewards/?utm_source=freemium_newsletter&utm…

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Money for our Movements conference - Register now!
by Christa Orth 29 Mar '14

29 Mar '14

Hi Bike! Bike! I do fundraising for Streetsblog <http://www.streetsblog.org/>, the daily news blog for livable streets, and I'm on the committee for the Money for our Movements conference August 2-3 in Baltimore. As a big supporter of community bike shops, I wanted to be sure this group got the invitation. I hope you'll come! It's my goal to get our all our biking and walking organizations to attend. Our movement certainly needs more grassroots funding, but even more than that, we have a lot to learn and share about the power of social justice and inclusion. This conference is focused on that. More details are below. Individual registrations are $300, but if we get a group of 5 or more people to register together at once, the registration is only $200. Let's do that! We can be the bike contingent. Housing and food are super affordable, and there are scholarships available. Let me know if you have any questions, and please feel free to spread the word far and wide! In solidarity, Christa [image: money for our movements 2014 banner] Are you looking to increase funding from your community to grow the work of your organization? Would you like to see your organization's funding stream more diversified and sustainable? Are you working in isolation and looking for community with other social justice fundraisers? *If so, THIS is the conference for YOU!* *Please join us August 2-3, 2014 at Johns Hopkins University in Baltimore, MD for:* - *Fundraising skills training *geared toward social justice activists, featuring hands-on exercises and practical information. There will be over 70 workshops and facilitated discussions, with the most popular sessions being offered twice! - *Concrete, real-life examples and models *of organizations from the US and abroad that are creating alternatives to fundraising that is driven by foundations and/or government agencies. - *Debates and plenaries *with luminaries and up-and-coming leaders in the social justice and philanthropy sectors that will provoke participants to think outside the box. - *Networking opportunities *for people to share, come together, and build community. More details are coming soon! Until then, you can check out videos and workshop offerings from past conferences at *grassrootsfundraising.org/conference <http://grassrootsfundraising.org/conference>*. *Registration is open now!* *I'm on the planning committee for Money for Our Movements. Contact me to discuss ways you can support and participate in this amazing gathering!* -- Christa Orth Development Director Streetsblog <http://streetsblog.org/> and Streetfilms<http://streetfilms.org/> 148 Lafayette St., 12th Floor New York, NY 10013 917-388-9066 corth(a)streetsblog.org <corth(a)openplans.org> *Support media that makes an impact on our streets* *Donate today! <https://openplans.secure.force.com/pmtx/cmpgn__Donations?id=701A0000000OLZL> *

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role call - New York State community bike projects
by breathingplanet . 28 Mar '14

28 Mar '14

Greetings, My colleague and I are charged with giving a brief presentation to a big cycling club about community bike projects in NYS this coming week. I am looking to make contact with as many representatives as possible, and mainly am looking for projects in addition to the ones listed below. Whats the context here? Well, the New York Bicycling Coalition has met with a few of us and is exploring how they can get involved in supporting the community bike project movement. For starters, they want to network us in some way and profile our work on a part of their website. but for starters... *who are we?* (and do we check email:)) The little talk we are giving will kind of kick off this endeavour in a way because the club demographically represents their 'base' to some extent. here is a list of active projects i know of: http://bikeatoga.org/ http://troybikerescue.org http://albanybikerescue.org/ http://uticabikerescue.org/ http://www.rcommunitybikes.net/ (rochester) Electric City Bike Rescue (schenectady; no website yet) http://times-up.org/bike-co-op http://www.recycleabicycle.org/ -i have heard that there is a project at Vassar college. truth? -there used to be Biketopia in plattsburgh. still happenin? -there was once something at SUNY Cortland -anyone know whats happening in Ithaca these days? -Binghamton? Buffalo? if you are a representative of an active NYS community bike project, please be in touch and send me a brief statement on your current 'status' and a link to a picture you think is a good representative for a powerpoint. otherwise i will do my best internet harvest. Thanks all! Andrew Lynn Troy Bike Rescue troy, ny -- ------__o ----_`\<,_ ---(_)/ (_) andrew lynn 518-573-7947

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Re: [TheThinkTank] Beware of Quality Bike Parts and their inflexibility with co-ops
by Joshua Goran 28 Mar '14

28 Mar '14

I'm not here to be a QBP apologist, but I do personally appreciate that they are tightening up restrictions on third-party resellers. People buying cut-rate parts online doesn't do anything good for co-ops or independent local bike shops, so I see their perspective. I hope there is some compromise that can be reached, though, which restricts the flood of cheap parts to places like Amazon while also giving legitimate organizations access. My experience with QBP has been via a single location, independent, for-profit shop, a bicycle commuter parking/service station, and now at an established co-op with a commercial location, and while there are hoops to jump through no matter what, they've been accommodating in all of my situations, including setting up a second account at the commuter station to track and bill fleet repair parts separately. I put together a list of every wholesaler I could find in North America, who I personally called or emailed to inquire as to if they dealt with mobile repair services without a storefront location...which might fit into a similar category as a limited-hours co-op. I'll see if I can dig out those notes and share them with the list. We've had a J&B account here (before my time) and at the for-profit shop I worked at we used J&B quite a bit for entry-level refurb-type parts. Cheap stuff, basically. If you have a storefront, I would personally just approach any of these vendors as a regular shop since that's what they're used to dealing with, and get into the details only if they ask or it is required. *----------Joshua GoranAdministrator, Ohio City Bicycle Co-op* 1840 Columbus Rd Cleveland, Ohio 44113 216 830 2667 OhioCityCycles.org On Fri, Mar 28, 2014 at 11:41 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. Money for our Movements conference - Register now! (Christa Orth) > 2. Re: Beware of Quality Bike Parts and their inflexibility with > co-ops (Joshua Muir) > 3. Re: Beware of Quality Bike Parts and their inflexibility with > co-ops (momoko saunders) > 4. Re: Beware of Quality Bike Parts and their inflexibility with > co-ops (Kevin Dwyer) > > > ---------- Forwarded message ---------- > From: Christa Orth <corth(a)streetsblog.org> > To: thethinktank(a)lists.bikecollectives.org > Cc: > Date: Fri, 28 Mar 2014 10:03:50 -0400 > Subject: [TheThinkTank] Money for our Movements conference - Register now! > Hi Bike! Bike! > > I do fundraising for Streetsblog <http://www.streetsblog.org/>, the daily > news blog for livable streets, and I'm on the committee for the Money for > our Movements conference August 2-3 in Baltimore. As a big supporter of > community bike shops, I wanted to be sure this group got the invitation. I > hope you'll come! It's my goal to get our all our biking and walking > organizations to attend. Our movement certainly needs more grassroots > funding, but even more than that, we have a lot to learn and share about > the power of social justice and inclusion. This conference is focused on > that. More details are below. > > Individual registrations are $300, but if we get a group of 5 or more > people to register together at once, the registration is only $200. Let's > do that! We can be the bike contingent. Housing and food are super > affordable, and there are scholarships available. > > Let me know if you have any questions, and please feel free to spread the > word far and wide! > > In solidarity, > Christa > > > [image: money for our movements 2014 banner] > > > Are you looking to increase funding from your community to grow the work > of your organization? > > Would you like to see your organization's funding stream more diversified > and sustainable? > > Are you working in isolation and looking for community with other social > justice fundraisers? > > *If so, THIS is the conference for YOU!* > > *Please join us August 2-3, 2014 at Johns Hopkins University in Baltimore, > MD for:* > > - *Fundraising skills training *geared toward social justice > activists, featuring hands-on exercises and practical information. There > will be over 70 workshops and facilitated discussions, with the most > popular sessions being offered twice! > - *Concrete, real-life examples and models *of organizations from the > US and abroad that are creating alternatives to fundraising that is driven > by foundations and/or government agencies. > - *Debates and plenaries *with luminaries and up-and-coming leaders in > the social justice and philanthropy sectors that will provoke participants > to think outside the box. > - *Networking opportunities *for people to share, come together, and > build community. > > More details are coming soon! Until then, you can check out videos and > workshop offerings from past conferences at *grassrootsfundraising.org/conference > <http://grassrootsfundraising.org/conference>*. *Registration is open > now!* > > > *I'm on the planning committee for Money for Our Movements. Contact me > to discuss ways you can support and participate in this amazing gathering!* > > > -- > Christa Orth > Development Director > > Streetsblog <http://streetsblog.org/> and Streetfilms<http://streetfilms.org/> > 148 Lafayette St., 12th Floor > New York, NY 10013 > 917-388-9066 > corth(a)streetsblog.org <corth(a)openplans.org> > > > *Support media that makes an impact on our streets* > *Donate today! > <https://openplans.secure.force.com/pmtx/cmpgn__Donations?id=701A0000000OLZL> * > > > > > > ---------- Forwarded message ---------- > From: Joshua Muir <muirjoshua(a)gmail.com> > To: The Think Tank <thethinktank(a)lists.bikecollectives.org> > Cc: > Date: Fri, 28 Mar 2014 07:48:25 -0700 > Subject: Re: [TheThinkTank] Beware of Quality Bike Parts and their > inflexibility with co-ops > It's time to let them know that the Community bike Project IS the new > local bike shop model! As a whole, we must be a lot of their business. > > Josh > > > On Tue, Mar 25, 2014 at 11:08 AM, Leslie Peteya <lesliepeteya(a)gmail.com>wrote: > >> Hi all, >> Wanted to warn y'all of dealing with QBP. >> >> After 7 years of having a dealer agreement with QBP for your basic small >> potatoes shop stuff, >> we decided to shut down our account with them over their new inability to >> ship to a new ship-to location. I succinctly explained the nature of our >> shop (volunteer, limited shop hours, etc.) and >> necessity of shipping to a different location, but it fell on deaf ears. >> >> Damn shame, because they said we were an excellent account with good >> financial management. >> >> I also wasn't pleased that they said they denied other new co-ops an >> account based on similar issues. >> >> This comes after their corporate policy of tightening up on third party >> suppliers, designed to keep the local bike shop in business. Ironically, >> we're still around after multiple for-profit local bike shops in our area >> have failed, and as a local community bike shop, we're now being hurt by >> the very policy designed to protect LBSs. >> >> We still have an account with United Bicycle Supply, and I'm exploring >> new accounts with Cyclone and Seattle Bike Supply. >> >> Can anyone recommend other suppliers that support our shops with >> community missions? >> >> Thanks, >> Leslie >> Durham Bike Co-op >> >> >> >> >> >> ____________________________________ >> >> The ThinkTank mailing List >> <a href=" >> http://lists.bikecollectives.org/options.cgi/thethinktank-bikecollectives.o…">Unsubscribe >> from this list</a> >> >> >> > > > -- > Joshua Muir > muirjoshua(a)gmail.com > > Frances Cycles <http://www.francescycles.com/> > Handbuilt cycling framesets > Touring, Track, Road,Cross, and Cargo > 203 Cedar St Santa Cruz, CA (831) 469-3369 > > > The Bicycle Church Collective <http://bikechurch.santacruzhub.org/> > Community Self-Service Cycle Repair > 3pm to 7pm everyday except Sunday > 703 Pacific Ave (enter on Spruce St) > Santa Cruz, CA 95060 > (831) 425-2453 > > > ---------- Forwarded message ---------- > From: momoko saunders <analyst(a)bikefarm.org> > To: The Think Tank <thethinktank(a)lists.bikecollectives.org> > Cc: > Date: Fri, 28 Mar 2014 08:17:00 -0700 > Subject: Re: [TheThinkTank] Beware of Quality Bike Parts and their > inflexibility with co-ops > It would be nice if there was a person who could represent the concept > of a bike collective to QBP and other distributers. (does anyone have > a particularly good relationship? want to try it out?) > > Bike Farm has had some issues with setting up an account. The rep said > we could only order chains and tubes and other necessary parts. If > they saw anything high end, they would pull the account. > > For those who are wondering, Cyclone has always been good to us. They > even gave us a discount on our new tools when we had a fire last > summer. SBS is great as well. The two accounts combined get us pretty > much what ever we need. > > > I've also thrown the idea around about starting a Bike Collective > Distribution Company... When I started to research it, I found that > getting supplies would take relationships in China, or relationships > with people who have relationships in China. > > I don't currently know the right people. But I've been keeping my ears > open for opportunities. If anyone on this list knows the right people, > please feel free to contact me. > > -momoko > > On Fri, Mar 28, 2014 at 7:48 AM, Joshua Muir <muirjoshua(a)gmail.com> wrote: > > It's time to let them know that the Community bike Project IS the new > local > > bike shop model! As a whole, we must be a lot of their business. > > > > Josh > > > > > > On Tue, Mar 25, 2014 at 11:08 AM, Leslie Peteya <lesliepeteya(a)gmail.com> > > wrote: > >> > >> Hi all, > >> Wanted to warn y'all of dealing with QBP. > >> > >> After 7 years of having a dealer agreement with QBP for your basic small > >> potatoes shop stuff, > >> we decided to shut down our account with them over their new inability > to > >> ship to a new ship-to location. I succinctly explained the nature of > our > >> shop (volunteer, limited shop hours, etc.) and > >> necessity of shipping to a different location, but it fell on deaf ears. > >> > >> Damn shame, because they said we were an excellent account with good > >> financial management. > >> > >> I also wasn't pleased that they said they denied other new co-ops an > >> account based on similar issues. > >> > >> This comes after their corporate policy of tightening up on third party > >> suppliers, designed to keep the local bike shop in business. Ironically, > >> we're still around after multiple for-profit local bike shops in our > area > >> have failed, and as a local community bike shop, we're now being hurt > by the > >> very policy designed to protect LBSs. > >> > >> We still have an account with United Bicycle Supply, and I'm exploring > new > >> accounts with Cyclone and Seattle Bike Supply. > >> > >> Can anyone recommend other suppliers that support our shops with > community > >> missions? > >> > >> Thanks, > >> Leslie > >> Durham Bike Co-op > >> > >> > >> > >> > >> > >> ____________________________________ > >> > >> The ThinkTank mailing List > >> <a > >> href=" > http://lists.bikecollectives.org/options.cgi/thethinktank-bikecollectives.o… > ">Unsubscribe > >> from this list</a> > >> > >> > > > > > > > > -- > > Joshua Muir > > muirjoshua(a)gmail.com > > > > Frances Cycles > > Handbuilt cycling framesets > > Touring, Track, Road,Cross, and Cargo > > 203 Cedar St Santa Cruz, CA (831) 469-3369 > > > > > > The Bicycle Church Collective > > Community Self-Service Cycle Repair > > 3pm to 7pm everyday except Sunday > > 703 Pacific Ave (enter on Spruce St) > > Santa Cruz, CA 95060 > > (831) 425-2453 > > > > ____________________________________ > > > > The ThinkTank mailing List > > <a > > href=" > http://lists.bikecollectives.org/options.cgi/thethinktank-bikecollectives.o… > ">Unsubscribe > > from this list</a> > > > > > > > > ---------- Forwarded message ---------- > From: Kevin Dwyer <kevidwyer(a)gmail.com> > To: The Think Tank <thethinktank(a)lists.bikecollectives.org> > Cc: > Date: Fri, 28 Mar 2014 09:37:20 -0600 > Subject: Re: [TheThinkTank] Beware of Quality Bike Parts and their > inflexibility with co-ops > I forwarded a summary of the thread to a Bicycle Collective board member > and QBP employee that is part of a team responsible for community > engagement. I'll check in with him and see where it is at. > > > On Fri, Mar 28, 2014 at 9:17 AM, momoko saunders <analyst(a)bikefarm.org>wrote: > >> It would be nice if there was a person who could represent the concept >> of a bike collective to QBP and other distributers. (does anyone have >> a particularly good relationship? want to try it out?) >> >> Bike Farm has had some issues with setting up an account. The rep said >> we could only order chains and tubes and other necessary parts. If >> they saw anything high end, they would pull the account. >> >> For those who are wondering, Cyclone has always been good to us. They >> even gave us a discount on our new tools when we had a fire last >> summer. SBS is great as well. The two accounts combined get us pretty >> much what ever we need. >> >> >> I've also thrown the idea around about starting a Bike Collective >> Distribution Company... When I started to research it, I found that >> getting supplies would take relationships in China, or relationships >> with people who have relationships in China. >> >> I don't currently know the right people. But I've been keeping my ears >> open for opportunities. If anyone on this list knows the right people, >> please feel free to contact me. >> >> -momoko >> >> On Fri, Mar 28, 2014 at 7:48 AM, Joshua Muir <muirjoshua(a)gmail.com> >> wrote: >> > It's time to let them know that the Community bike Project IS the new >> local >> > bike shop model! As a whole, we must be a lot of their business. >> > >> > Josh >> > >> > >> > On Tue, Mar 25, 2014 at 11:08 AM, Leslie Peteya <lesliepeteya(a)gmail.com >> > >> > wrote: >> >> >> >> Hi all, >> >> Wanted to warn y'all of dealing with QBP. >> >> >> >> After 7 years of having a dealer agreement with QBP for your basic >> small >> >> potatoes shop stuff, >> >> we decided to shut down our account with them over their new inability >> to >> >> ship to a new ship-to location. I succinctly explained the nature of >> our >> >> shop (volunteer, limited shop hours, etc.) and >> >> necessity of shipping to a different location, but it fell on deaf >> ears. >> >> >> >> Damn shame, because they said we were an excellent account with good >> >> financial management. >> >> >> >> I also wasn't pleased that they said they denied other new co-ops an >> >> account based on similar issues. >> >> >> >> This comes after their corporate policy of tightening up on third party >> >> suppliers, designed to keep the local bike shop in business. >> Ironically, >> >> we're still around after multiple for-profit local bike shops in our >> area >> >> have failed, and as a local community bike shop, we're now being hurt >> by the >> >> very policy designed to protect LBSs. >> >> >> >> We still have an account with United Bicycle Supply, and I'm exploring >> new >> >> accounts with Cyclone and Seattle Bike Supply. >> >> >> >> Can anyone recommend other suppliers that support our shops with >> community >> >> missions? >> >> >> >> Thanks, >> >> Leslie >> >> Durham Bike Co-op >> >> >> >> >> >> >> >> >> >> >> >> ____________________________________ >> >> >> >> The ThinkTank mailing List >> >> <a >> >> href=" >> http://lists.bikecollectives.org/options.cgi/thethinktank-bikecollectives.o… >> ">Unsubscribe >> >> from this list</a> >> >> >> >> >> > >> > >> > >> > -- >> > Joshua Muir >> > muirjoshua(a)gmail.com >> > >> > Frances Cycles >> > Handbuilt cycling framesets >> > Touring, Track, Road,Cross, and Cargo >> > 203 Cedar St Santa Cruz, CA (831) 469-3369 >> > >> > >> > The Bicycle Church Collective >> > Community Self-Service Cycle Repair >> > 3pm to 7pm everyday except Sunday >> > 703 Pacific Ave (enter on Spruce St) >> > Santa Cruz, CA 95060 >> > (831) 425-2453 >> > >> > ____________________________________ >> > >> > The ThinkTank mailing List >> > <a >> > href=" >> http://lists.bikecollectives.org/options.cgi/thethinktank-bikecollectives.o… >> ">Unsubscribe >> > from this list</a> >> > >> > >> ____________________________________ >> >> The ThinkTank mailing List >> <a href=" >> http://lists.bikecollectives.org/options.cgi/thethinktank-bikecollectives.o…">Unsubscribe >> from this list</a> >> >> > > > -- > Kevin Dwyer > > IMPORTANT: This communication is intended solely for the use of the > individual or entity to which it is addressed. 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Beware of Quality Bike Parts and their inflexibility with co-ops
by Leslie Peteya 28 Mar '14

28 Mar '14

Hi all, Wanted to warn y'all of dealing with QBP. After 7 years of having a dealer agreement with QBP for your basic small potatoes shop stuff, we decided to shut down our account with them over their new inability to ship to a new ship-to location. I succinctly explained the nature of our shop (volunteer, limited shop hours, etc.) and necessity of shipping to a different location, but it fell on deaf ears. Damn shame, because they said we were an excellent account with good financial management. I also wasn't pleased that they said they denied other new co-ops an account based on similar issues. This comes after their corporate policy of tightening up on third party suppliers, designed to keep the local bike shop in business. Ironically, we're still around after multiple for-profit local bike shops in our area have failed, and as a local community bike shop, we're now being hurt by the very policy designed to protect LBSs. We still have an account with United Bicycle Supply, and I'm exploring new accounts with Cyclone and Seattle Bike Supply. Can anyone recommend other suppliers that support our shops with community missions? Thanks, Leslie Durham Bike Co-op

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Shop Manager / Mechanic Position in Detroit
by J Paul Krystyniak 27 Mar '14

27 Mar '14

Hello Good People- Please see the attached job description. Please feel free to let me know if anyone has questions. Paul

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Re: [TheThinkTank] Thethinktank Digest, Vol 91, Issue 33
by Adam Nguyen 27 Mar '14

27 Mar '14

I'm not sure about the relative pricing of these lights to others, but we use them at the bike advocacy org I work at. They are very reliable, and decently bright. http://swagaliciouspromos.espwebsite.com/ProductDetails/?productId=7197216&… Adam Nguyen Volunteer Coordinator Sopo Bicycle Cooperative On Thu, Mar 27, 2014 at 1:12 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. Sources for inexpensive bike lights? > (DCoppley(a)intercitytransit.com) > 2. Re: Sources for inexpensive bike lights? (Ryne Emory) > > > ---------------------------------------------------------------------- > > Message: 1 > Date: Thu, 27 Mar 2014 16:59:11 +0000 > From: <DCoppley(a)intercitytransit.com> > To: <thethinktank(a)lists.bikecollectives.org> > Subject: [TheThinkTank] Sources for inexpensive bike lights? > Message-ID: > < > F7FAC45846709F4CAC1185D2BC29090335CCA96F(a)Mailbox2.intercitytransit.com> > > Content-Type: text/plain; charset="us-ascii" > > Hello fellow bicycle do-gooders, > > I need to order a large quantity of inexpensive bike lights to use as > giveaways with bicycle we provide to youth as part of our program. Does > anyone have suggestions for a good source of inexpensive lights? There seem > to be a million suppliers on the internet, and I don't want to end up with > something dodgy. Thanks for reading! > > David > > David Coppley > Walk n' Roll Program Assistant > Intercity Transit > 360-705-5817 > PO Box 659 Olympia, WA 98501 > dcoppley(a)intercitytransit.com<mailto:dcoppley@intercitytransit.com> > Find us on Facebook!<https://www.facebook.com/BicycleCommuterContest> > > [WalkNRoll_HZ_RGB] > >

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Re: [TheThinkTank] Thethinktank Digest, Vol 91, Issue 29
by Roedl, James M 26 Mar '14

26 Mar '14

As far as J&B goes it's regional and the contracted account rep is the key. I have worked with them previously at a LBS and found that the rep's attitude towards your shop and their job in general will dictate a lot of what happens good bad or otherwise. I haven't pushed our shop to use J&B because of my experience with our regions rep. We are currently using Lexco and have decided to apply with cyclone as Lexco not working out. We have been denied by other suppliers in the past for not having a store front or being too small. Does anyone have experience applying to accounts like QBP? Any hints for making a co-op sound more appealing to different suppliers. We would like to have more options and have grown to two locations and can sign for packages during business hours! James Roedl The Bike Project (manages the Campus Bike Shop TBP's second location) ________________________________________ From: thethinktank-bounces+jmroedl=illinois.edu(a)lists.bikecollectives.org [thethinktank-bounces+jmroedl=illinois.edu(a)lists.bikecollectives.org] on behalf of thethinktank-request(a)lists.bikecollectives.org [thethinktank-request(a)lists.bikecollectives.org] Sent: Tuesday, March 25, 2014 7:52 PM To: thethinktank(a)lists.bikecollectives.org Subject: Thethinktank Digest, Vol 91, Issue 29 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: Beware of Quality Bike Parts and their inflexibility with co-ops (Doug Cutter) 2. Re: Beware of Quality Bike Parts and their inflexibility with co-ops (Doug Cutter) 3. Re: Beware of Quality Bike Parts and their inflexibility with co-ops (james bledsoe) 4. Re: Beware of Quality Bike Parts and their inflexibility with co-ops (Tom Bulten) ---------------------------------------------------------------------- Message: 1 Date: Tue, 25 Mar 2014 17:19:26 -0600 From: Doug Cutter <cuttercrew(a)gmail.com> To: The Think Tank <thethinktank(a)lists.bikecollectives.org> Cc: The Think Tank <thethinktank(a)bikecollectives.org> Subject: Re: [TheThinkTank] Beware of Quality Bike Parts and their inflexibility with co-ops Message-ID: <8203F17A-B2D5-4CF1-9F58-62698339FFD8(a)gmail.com> Content-Type: text/plain; charset=us-ascii For similar reasons and unpredictable drivers from UPS, a few years ago we arranged for our QBP shipments to be sent to a nearby UPS store. We have to pay a small handling fee at the store, but it solved our delivery challenges from QBP. We worked with our regional sales rep at QBP to set it up. Regarding J&B, we also have to use the UPS store address as their delivery driver was not able to call in advance to allow a volunteer to meet them at the shop. Regards, Doug Cutter Fort Collins Bike Co-op Sent from my iPhone > On Mar 25, 2014, at 12:08 PM, Leslie Peteya <lesliepeteya(a)gmail.com> wrote: > > Hi all, > Wanted to warn y'all of dealing with QBP. > > After 7 years of having a dealer agreement with QBP for your basic small potatoes shop stuff, > we decided to shut down our account with them over their new inability to ship to a new ship-to location. I succinctly explained the nature of our shop (volunteer, limited shop hours, etc.) and > necessity of shipping to a different location, but it fell on deaf ears. > > Damn shame, because they said we were an excellent account with good financial management. > > I also wasn't pleased that they said they denied other new co-ops an account based on similar issues. > > This comes after their corporate policy of tightening up on third party suppliers, designed to keep the local bike shop in business. Ironically, we're still around after multiple for-profit local bike shops in our area have failed, and as a local community bike shop, we're now being hurt by the very policy designed to protect LBSs. > > We still have an account with United Bicycle Supply, and I'm exploring new accounts with Cyclone and Seattle Bike Supply. > > Can anyone recommend other suppliers that support our shops with community missions? > > Thanks, > Leslie > Durham Bike Co-op > > > > ------------------------------ Message: 2 Date: Tue, 25 Mar 2014 17:19:26 -0600 From: Doug Cutter <cuttercrew(a)gmail.com> To: The Think Tank <thethinktank(a)lists.bikecollectives.org> Cc: The Think Tank <thethinktank(a)bikecollectives.org> Subject: Re: [TheThinkTank] Beware of Quality Bike Parts and their inflexibility with co-ops Message-ID: <8203F17A-B2D5-4CF1-9F58-62698339FFD8(a)gmail.com> Content-Type: text/plain; charset=us-ascii For similar reasons and unpredictable drivers from UPS, a few years ago we arranged for our QBP shipments to be sent to a nearby UPS store. We have to pay a small handling fee at the store, but it solved our delivery challenges from QBP. We worked with our regional sales rep at QBP to set it up. Regarding J&B, we also have to use the UPS store address as their delivery driver was not able to call in advance to allow a volunteer to meet them at the shop. Regards, Doug Cutter Fort Collins Bike Co-op Sent from my iPhone > On Mar 25, 2014, at 12:08 PM, Leslie Peteya <lesliepeteya(a)gmail.com> wrote: > > Hi all, > Wanted to warn y'all of dealing with QBP. > > After 7 years of having a dealer agreement with QBP for your basic small potatoes shop stuff, > we decided to shut down our account with them over their new inability to ship to a new ship-to location. I succinctly explained the nature of our shop (volunteer, limited shop hours, etc.) and > necessity of shipping to a different location, but it fell on deaf ears. > > Damn shame, because they said we were an excellent account with good financial management. > > I also wasn't pleased that they said they denied other new co-ops an account based on similar issues. > > This comes after their corporate policy of tightening up on third party suppliers, designed to keep the local bike shop in business. Ironically, we're still around after multiple for-profit local bike shops in our area have failed, and as a local community bike shop, we're now being hurt by the very policy designed to protect LBSs. > > We still have an account with United Bicycle Supply, and I'm exploring new accounts with Cyclone and Seattle Bike Supply. > > Can anyone recommend other suppliers that support our shops with community missions? > > Thanks, > Leslie > Durham Bike Co-op > > > > ------------------------------ Message: 3 Date: Tue, 25 Mar 2014 17:19:41 -0700 (PDT) From: james bledsoe <jamesbleds0e(a)yahoo.com> To: The Think Tank <thethinktank(a)lists.bikecollectives.org> Subject: Re: [TheThinkTank] Beware of Quality Bike Parts and their inflexibility with co-ops Message-ID: <1395793181.22488.YahooMailNeo(a)web141505.mail.bf1.yahoo.com> Content-Type: text/plain; charset="iso-8859-1" it would be good to forward this tread to QBP On Tuesday, March 25, 2014 11:25 AM, Wm Dakota Callaschai <mylifeinthenow(a)gmail.com> wrote: J&B Importers inc!! They have a warehouse like 30 miles from you!! 919-877-1002 give them a call. Troy Bike Rescue has been gettin our stuff from them for almost 10 years!! Its been great! On Mar 25, 2014 2:08 PM, "Leslie Peteya" <lesliepeteya(a)gmail.com> wrote: Hi all, > >Wanted to warn y'all of dealing with QBP. > >After 7 years of having a dealer agreement with QBP for your basic small potatoes shop stuff, >we decided to shut down our account with them over their new inability to ship to a new ship-to location.? I succinctly explained the nature of our shop (volunteer, limited shop hours, etc.) and >necessity of shipping to a different location, but it fell on deaf ears. > > >Damn shame, because they said we were an excellent account with good financial management. > > >I also wasn't pleased that they said they denied other new co-ops an account based on similar issues. > > >This comes after their corporate policy of tightening up on third party suppliers, designed to keep the local bike shop in business. Ironically, we're still around after multiple for-profit local bike shops in our area have failed, and as a local community bike shop, we're now being hurt by the very policy designed to protect LBSs. > > > >We still have an account with United Bicycle Supply, and I'm exploring new accounts with Cyclone and Seattle Bike Supply. > > >Can anyone recommend other suppliers that support our shops with community missions? > > >Thanks, > >Leslie > >Durham Bike Co-op > > > > > > > >____________________________________ > >The ThinkTank mailing List ><a href="http://lists.bikecollectives.org/options.cgi/thethinktank-bikecollectives.o…">Unsubscribe from this list</a> > > > ____________________________________ The ThinkTank mailing List <a href="http://lists.bikecollectives.org/options.cgi/thethinktank-bikecollectives.o…">Unsubscribe from this list</a>

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Re: [TheThinkTank] Thethinktank Digest, Vol 91, Issue 27
by Jason Tanzman 25 Mar '14

25 Mar '14

I just want to give props to QBP for being an incredible ally over the years, to the bike advocacy movement in general, and to community bike shops in particular. While I don't doubt the validity of other people's issues regarding ordering, in my experience QBP has been a truly incredible ally and partner in our work. They've provided tens of thousands of dollars of unrestricted, general operations donations to community bike shops (with primary focuses on investing where they have warehouses in MN, PA, and UT). And they've donated surplus product to us when they can't sell it. Anyways. Just wanted to give them props for being awesome (and they have always accommodated our eccentricities in ordering and such). We order stuff from J&B too - but QBP rocks. On Tue, Mar 25, 2014 at 4:25 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: Beware of Quality Bike Parts and their inflexibility with > co-ops (Leslie Peteya) > 2. Re: Beware of Quality Bike Parts and their inflexibility with > co-ops (wormsign(a)gmail.com) > > > ---------------------------------------------------------------------- > > Message: 1 > Date: Tue, 25 Mar 2014 17:14:03 -0400 > From: Leslie Peteya <lesliepeteya(a)gmail.com> > To: The Think Tank <thethinktank(a)lists.bikecollectives.org> > Subject: Re: [TheThinkTank] Beware of Quality Bike Parts and their > inflexibility with co-ops > Message-ID: > < > CAAAZz6NBbAe_mL-Ck6D+h_fOZFH5NQLxapRRgocsp5ZuMTP8PA(a)mail.gmail.com> > Content-Type: text/plain; charset="iso-8859-1" > > "They will take action to shut down accounts that are abused to protect > their products, even for seemingly minor PR offenses" > > Yeah, I know that's been happening lately in the third party supplier > industry, but unfortunately we're taking the hit for it. > > We're not open during normal business hours because we're volunteer run, so > our hours are precisely opposite of that > (most volunteers are 9-5 types, hospital workers or grad students). > > Best, > Leslie > > > On Tue, Mar 25, 2014 at 4:33 PM, Bobby Brown <bobby(a)sopobikes.org> wrote: > > > Sopo has been using Hawley forever but I've never been in charge of > > dealing with them directly. Being in Atlanta, we tend to receive > shipments > > next day from them to our PO box offsite with no problems. > > > > > > On Tue, Mar 25, 2014 at 2:33 PM, Luke Box <lukebox(a)gmail.com> wrote: > > > >> One more for J&B. I'm not sure of their stance on supporting non-profits > >> but they've worked for us. We've ordered a couple of thousand dollars > worth > >> of parts from them over three years and as far as I know there haven't > been > >> hiccups. > >> > >> theBrokeSpoke > >> Lexington, KY > >> > >> > >> On Tue, Mar 25, 2014 at 2:24 PM, Wm Dakota Callaschai < > >> mylifeinthenow(a)gmail.com> wrote: > >> > >>> J&B Importers inc!! They have a warehouse like 30 miles from you!! > >>> 919-877-1002 give them a call. > >>> Troy Bike Rescue has been gettin our stuff from them for almost 10 > >>> years!! Its been great! > >>> On Mar 25, 2014 2:08 PM, "Leslie Peteya" <lesliepeteya(a)gmail.com> > wrote: > >>> > >>>> Hi all, > >>>> Wanted to warn y'all of dealing with QBP. > >>>> > >>>> After 7 years of having a dealer agreement with QBP for your basic > >>>> small potatoes shop stuff, > >>>> we decided to shut down our account with them over their new inability > >>>> to ship to a new ship-to location. I succinctly explained the nature > of > >>>> our shop (volunteer, limited shop hours, etc.) and > >>>> necessity of shipping to a different location, but it fell on deaf > >>>> ears. > >>>> > >>>> Damn shame, because they said we were an excellent account with good > >>>> financial management. > >>>> > >>>> I also wasn't pleased that they said they denied other new co-ops an > >>>> account based on similar issues. > >>>> > >>>> This comes after their corporate policy of tightening up on third > party > >>>> suppliers, designed to keep the local bike shop in business. > Ironically, > >>>> we're still around after multiple for-profit local bike shops in our > area > >>>> have failed, and as a local community bike shop, we're now being hurt > by > >>>> the very policy designed to protect LBSs. > >>>> > >>>> We still have an account with United Bicycle Supply, and I'm exploring > >>>> new accounts with Cyclone and Seattle Bike Supply. > >>>> > >>>> Can anyone recommend other suppliers that support our shops with > >>>> community missions? > >>>> > >>>> Thanks, > >>>> Leslie > >>>> Durham Bike Co-op > >>>> > >>>> > >>>> > >>>> > >>>> > >>>> ____________________________________ > >>>> > >>>> The ThinkTank mailing List > >>>> <a href=" > >>>> > http://lists.bikecollectives.org/options.cgi/thethinktank-bikecollectives.o… > ">Unsubscribe > >>>> from this list</a> > >>>> > >>>> > >>>> > >>> ____________________________________ > >>> > >>> The ThinkTank mailing List > >>> <a href=" > >>> > http://lists.bikecollectives.org/options.cgi/thethinktank-bikecollectives.o… > ">Unsubscribe > >>> from this list</a> > >>> > >>> > >>> > >> > >> ____________________________________ > >> > >> The ThinkTank mailing List > >> <a href=" > >> > http://lists.bikecollectives.org/options.cgi/thethinktank-bikecollectives.o… > ">Unsubscribe > >> from this list</a> > >> > >> > >> > > > > > > -- > > Bobby Brown > > Sopo Bicycle Cooperative > > > > Cell: 770 851 0965 > > bobby(a)sopobikes.org > > http://www.sopobikes.org > > > > Hours: > > Tuesday 7pm - 10pm > > Wednesday 7pm - 10pm > > Thursday 7pm - 10pm > > Saturday 2pm - 6pm > > > > ____________________________________ > > > > The ThinkTank mailing List > > <a href=" > > > http://lists.bikecollectives.org/options.cgi/thethinktank-bikecollectives.o… > ">Unsubscribe > > from this list</a> > > > > > > >

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Austin Yellow Bike's Volunteer/patron logging software
by Christopher Chan 25 Mar '14

25 Mar '14

Hello, We're trying to find software to manage sign-in for volunteers and patrons. I know that Austin Yellow Bike has something, and various other shops use modified versions. Is there some place where it can be downloaded? (Don't suppose there's an online version control repository of it, for us software developers?) I'm also starting work on a rental database if anyone is interested. In addition to other projects, we run a bike rental program, as well as loan out bikes for special needs kids. This software will be web-based, mobile-friendly (through a browser, not an app) barcode-scanner friendly, and will be integrated with Google Calendar and to allow online bookings and Paypal for deposits/payments, if anyone is interested. Thanks, Christopher Chan *Executive Director* Edmonton Bicycle Commuters' Society edmontonbikes.ca *BikeWorks North ** 9305 111 Ave * T5G 0A2 * 780-757-9100 *BikeWorks South ** 8001 102 St * T6E 4A2 * 780-433-2453 *Cell ** privatecellchan Edmonton, Alberta, Canada @edmontonbicycle <https://twitter.com/edmontonbicycle> facebook.com/EdmontonBicycleCommuters<https://www.facebook.com/EdmontonBicycleCommuters>

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Think Tank Google or Yahoo Group?
by Bayley Vanderpoel 23 Mar '14

23 Mar '14

Hi all, Is there a think tank google or yahoo group back end to this distribution list so I can search prior threads? I have a lot of questions, but I'll bet they've already been answered before I joined the list. If not, would there be any consideration to begin one? Who from the think tank would I have to ask? Bayley

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RBP is Hiring: Mechanic/Educator Wanted
by Reno Bike Project 20 Mar '14

20 Mar '14

Use this area to offer a short teaser of your email's content. Text here will show in the preview area of some email clients. ------------------------------------------------------------ http://us3.campaign-archive1.com/?u=896cc830d9fae0be048de1d03&id=a17865c53c… ** Mechanic/Educator Wanted ------------------------------------------------------------ Status: full time (30-40 h/wk) Application Deadline April 1, 2014 Submit Resume's to: noah(a)renobikeprojet.com or at 541 E. 4th Street. Reno, NV 89512 Reno Bike Project is seeking an experienced mechanic who can teach as well as repair bikes. RBP is a non-profit community bike shop dedicated to creating an affordable resource for the community to learn, buy and repair bicycles. Our team works one-on-one with the public to educate and assist them in bike repair, as well as offering a full repair shop. PROFILE This is not your typical Mechanic position in your typical shop. This job consists of two major roles; fixing bikes and teaching others to fix bikes, but you may be asked to assist with a wide scope of activities and you will be required to wear many different hats. We serve a wide range of people from bicycle hobbyist to college students to Reno's homeless population in repairing their bicycles, answering questions and other general customer service duties. You will be required to conduct repairs to the highest quality on a wide range of bicycles since we work on bikes of all varieties and ages. We feel that the repairs we carry out on our customers' bikes represent us as a shop; therefore any repair should be completed to the best of your ability. Besides operating a full service repair shop our organization is committed to helping people learn about bicycle repair/maintenance and offers 6 public workstations that are available during open hours for the public to utilize our tools and the knowledge of our staff to repair their own bike. People from all walks of life and skill levels use our shop to fix their bikes and sometimes that can be a challenge so patience and a good attitude are mandatory attributes for this job. If you enjoy helping people one to one and wish to help provide our community with a valuable resource then this might be the job for you. Job Description: Mechanic/Educator The Mechanic/Educator’s primary duty is to work with the Shop Manager to handle service and builds but may be asked to assist customers in all aspects of customer service. The Mechanic/Educator is the main resource for customers checked into the public workstations. The following reflects management's definition of essential functions for this job but does not restrict the tasks that may be assigned. Management may assign or reassign duties and responsibilities to this job at any time due to reasonable accommodation or other reasons. 1. Perform bicycle repair, maintenance, and walk-in services on customers' bicycles as needed. 2. Deliver professional, accessible, and helpful customer service to a diverse customer base. 3. Support daily bike shop operations. 4. Responsible for properly taking in service work including correctly filling out service work orders, scheduling an appropriate amount of repairs and completing those repairs in a timely manner. 5. Advises and assists customers with their product selection without bias. 6. Develops and maintains knowledge expertise of all merchandise in department to effectively assist customers with accurate information. 7. Assists with bike sales and any other bike floor duties as needed. 8. Maintains a clean and safe workstation. 9. Performs other duties as assigned by the bike shop manager. 10. Help with shop maintenance and construction projects. 11. 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Job Posting - Mecahnic / Collective Member at OCB VANCOUVER
by allison karow 18 Mar '14

18 Mar '14

Hi old friends!! Here is a job posting for a mechanic / collective member position at Our Community Bikes in Vancouver, BC. Please consider applying if you are Canadian or can obtain a Canadian work visa! Our shop is really fun and great, we get super busy in the summer, so we are hiring for May 1st. Feel free to send me a private message if you have questions about work visas.

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Shop Proceedures
by Tegan Moss [B!KE] 18 Mar '14

18 Mar '14

Hi All, There has been a call from our board of directors to produce a shop proceedures manual. This would include everything from opening and closing to running payroll. I am curious if anyone has an example of a shop proceedure manual they would be up for sharing? Thanks, Tegan -- B!KE: The Peterborough Community Bike Shop 336 Rubidge St, Peterborough ON (705) 775-7227 communitybikeshop.org

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Re: [TheThinkTank] Building Bikes as Corporate Team Activity?
by summitcyclingcenter＠yahoo.com 17 Mar '14

17 Mar '14

I was contacted some time ago by a company several years ago that did workshops that used assembling bicycles as an exercise in building corporate teamwork. I was called in to inspect the assembled bikes for safety and fine tune them. This was done at local hotel. I was well paid. The assembled bikes were donated to the local chapter of the Boys and Girls Club. After 3 days, the training company moved to their next client. From my viewpoint, It was a nice windfall, but nothing was done to foster a cycling lifestyle. Some children got bikes. Some employees got some teamwork skills. I paid some bills. I leave it to you to decide how it sits with your philosophy. Sent from my HTC EVO Design™ 4G from Boost Mobile ----- Reply message ----- From: "Adonia Lugo" <adonia.lugo(a)gmail.com> To: "The Think Tank" <Thethinktank(a)lists.bikecollectives.org> Subject: [TheThinkTank] Building Bikes as Corporate Team Activity? Date: Fri, Mar 14, 2014 11:21 am Dear collectivistas, I'm looking for advice from folks who use bike repair as a community building tool. What do you think about building bikes as a corporate team building exercise? I work for the League of American Bicyclists, and someone pitched a project to us called Bikes for Goodness Sake that does this; they have teams build kids' bikes and then give them away at the end of the day. The dude doing this, Mark Smith, wants to partner with the League in some capacity to help hire a staff person who could coordinate these activities around the country, including hiring local mechanics to do quality control and connecting with local kids' groups. Does this seem weird to you? I told my boss I'd ask around about this model because something about it raises my hackles a little. I like the idea of paying local mechanics to participate, and it seems like there could be a more formal relationship with co-ops or community bike shops as partners. Then maybe participating in an activity like this could be an avenue for the corporate types to get involved with the bike community. At the same time, I'm wary of a model that frames needy kids as some tool for corporate team building. Let me know if you have any questions or thoughts. Thanks! -- Adonia E. Lugo, Ph.D. Bicycle Anthropologist www.urbanadonia.com

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Baltimore youth bicycle program
by bykecollective 16 Mar '14

16 Mar '14

Hi, I am starting a non-profit youth bicycle program in Baltimore, and would like to send word out for support from then bike collective community. The Baltimore Youth Kinetic Energy (BYKE) Collective is a youth empowerment organization designed to develop personal and professional skills through learning bicycle mechanics, safe ridership, community values and respect. For our video and more information, check us out at http://fusionpartnerships.wordpress.com/sponsored-projects/baltimore-youth-… Like us on Facebook for updates! Thanks, Chavi Rhodes, MPH Baltimore Youth Kinetic Energy Collective bykecollective(a)gmail.com (410) 989-3806 https://www.facebook.com/BYKECollective https://twitter.com/BYKECollective

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Re: [TheThinkTank] Building Bikes as Corporate Team Activity?
by Henry Dunbar 15 Mar '14

15 Mar '14

Regarding having to rescue corporate bike builds when they get cheap bikes, I think this is where the League can be of great service. When we were approached last year about participating in the exercise, i asked where they were getting the bikes, the corporate HR person said, "I don't know. Amazon." After picking up the phone from the floor, I begged her to let me buy them through our supplier. She agreed, and though they got fewer bikes, we were all better served by the experience. The League can help educate potential partners that they do us no favors by buying the cheapest bikes available and then dumping them on a local coop. -- Henry T. Dunbar Executive Director Phoenix Bikes 703.575.7762 Shop 703.517.5017 Cell phoenixbikes.org We are One of the Best, as featured in the 2012-13 Catalogue for Philanthrop<http://www.catalogueforphilanthropy-dc.org/cfpdc/index.php> y.

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Re: [TheThinkTank] Building Bikes as Corporate Team Activity?
by Henry Dunbar 14 Mar '14

14 Mar '14

I think each local group will need to tailor these to get what they can. I could see the League as being a broker to match up Corporations with local youth programs. Then the onus is on them to cultivate the relationship. We did this last year with a major construction company. We actually asked them to do the exercise with adult bikes that were donated to us to put in our sale stock. They still had to be gone over by youth and staff mechanics as a quality control check, so the kids learned from the experience, and got the rare (at least in our shop) chance to work on new bikes. Plus we benefited from the revenue boost of getting 12 very gently used bikes to sell, and started a great relationship with a company that we hope will pay dividends later. I agree with Karen that we're not about just giving bikes to kids. -- Henry T. Dunbar Executive Director Phoenix Bikes 703.575.7762 Shop 703.517.5017 Cell phoenixbikes.org We are One of the Best, as featured in the 2012-13 Catalogue for Philanthrop<http://www.catalogueforphilanthropy-dc.org/cfpdc/index.php> y.

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Brief, clear traffic safety sheet?
by Paul Nagel 14 Mar '14

14 Mar '14

Hello, We're about to donate our first small batch of refurbished bikes to a women's shelter along with locks, lights, and helmets. We would also like to include a simple paper that communicates some bike safety essentials, as we might not have the opportunity to do an in-person discussion. This sheet should mention riding with traffic, being visible, staying aware. Clear visuals should be clear as literacy or attentiveness may be an issue in some cases. Guides such as "Bicycling Street Smarts", we feel, would not be read by most recipients in this situation, and the important points would be lost among the detail. Does anyone know of a simple, clear sheet already available? We don't believe everything can be boiled down to a single sheet, but hope that we can communicate some important basics in this way. Thank you, Paul Nagel The Bicycle Tree shop: (714) 760-4681 811 N. Main St. Santa Ana, CA 92701 http://www.thebicycletree.org info(a)thebicycletree.org

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Re: [TheThinkTank] Brief, clear traffic safety sheet?
by christopher＠holisticcycles.com 14 Mar '14

14 Mar '14

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Building Bikes as Corporate Team Activity?
by Adonia Lugo 14 Mar '14

14 Mar '14

Dear collectivistas, I'm looking for advice from folks who use bike repair as a community building tool. What do you think about building bikes as a corporate team building exercise? I work for the League of American Bicyclists, and someone pitched a project to us called Bikes for Goodness Sake<http://bikesforgoodnesssake.org/> that does this; they have teams build kids' bikes and then give them away at the end of the day. The dude doing this, Mark Smith, wants to partner with the League in some capacity to help hire a staff person who could coordinate these activities around the country, including hiring local mechanics to do quality control and connecting with local kids' groups. Does this seem weird to you? I told my boss I'd ask around about this model because something about it raises my hackles a little. I like the idea of paying local mechanics to participate, and it seems like there could be a more formal relationship with co-ops or community bike shops as partners. Then maybe participating in an activity like this could be an avenue for the corporate types to get involved with the bike community. At the same time, I'm wary of a model that frames needy kids as some tool for corporate team building. Let me know if you have any questions or thoughts. Thanks! -- Adonia E. Lugo, Ph.D. Bicycle Anthropologist www.urbanadonia.com

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Fwd: FW: [bike-equity] Scholarship opportunity for female mechanics
by Sarah McCullough 14 Mar '14

14 Mar '14

Apologies if this was already posted and I missed it in the archives. Great opportunity! From: Carolyn Szczepanski <carolyn(a)bikeleague.org> Date: Friday, March 14, 2014 at 5:20 AM To: "bike-equity-network(a)googlegroups.com" < bike-equity-network(a)googlegroups.com> Subject: [bike-equity] Scholarship opportunity for female mechanics Up to $4,000 in Scholarships Available SRAM, QBP and UBI are jointly offering two scholarships for female mechanics to attend United Bicycle Institute (UBI). This opportunity is open to aspiring or experienced bike mechanics and women that would like to increase their technical knowledge to further their career in the bike industry. This scholarship will cover either the 1 week Advanced Certification Seminars (ideal for more experienced mechanics) or the more intensive 2-week Professional Shop Repair and Operations class for those with little or no mechanical experience. This open call for applications opens February 21st and will close March 22nd. Scholarship winners will be notified via email by April 4th. More here.<http://www.qbp.com/femalemechanic/?utm_source=newsletter&utm_medium=email&u…> * CAROLYN SZCZEPANSKI*, *Director of Communications, Women Bike* CAROLYN(a)BIKELEAGUE.ORG | 202-621-5452 *THE LEAGUE OF AMERICAN BICYCLISTS* WWW.BIKELEAGUE.ORG/WOMENBIKE <http://www.bikeleague.org/womenbike> TWITTER <https://twitter.com/BikeLeague> | FACEBOOK<http://www.facebook.com/leagueamericanbicyclists> | YOUTUBE <http://www.youtube.com/user/bikeleaguevideo> *Make every ride count in the National Bike Challenge <https://nationalbikechallenge.org/> -- it's fun, free and ALL NEW in 2014! Register today! <https://nationalbikechallenge.org/> * -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups "Bike Equity Network" group. To unsubscribe from this group and stop receiving emails from it, send an email to bike-equity-network+unsubscribe(a)googlegroups.com. To post to this group, send email to bike-equity-network(a)googlegroups.com. For more options, visit https://groups.google.com/d/optout. -- Sarah Rebolloso McCullough, PhD Associate Director for the Center for the Humanities UC San Diego 530-601-1149 smcc(a)ucdavis.edu

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Re: [TheThinkTank] Photos of your workshop for Bike!Bike! Southeast
by christopher＠holisticcycles.com 11 Mar '14

11 Mar '14

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Loomio is crowdfunding!
by Jesse Doud 10 Mar '14

10 Mar '14

A handful of bicycle collectives have been using Loomio for a while now. We use it at Mechanical Tempest, and the last co-op I was a part of, Adelaide Bike Kitchen, uses it extensively. It's free and open source, and built by a small worker-owned co-op in new zealand, of which I'm proud to be a member of. We have an amazing global community of contributors who have translated loomio into 17 languages, most recently ukrainian and russian. We're aiming achieve the big vision of creating a world were everyone is a part of decisions that affect them, while staying free and independent from corporate and political interest. If you have a moment, check out the video at love.loomio.org. If the project fits your values, or think it could work for your shop, join us to be a part of this thing by sharing it around / contributing any way that feels right. Bike Love from Aotearoa New Zealand, Jesse

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Photos of your workshop for Bike!Bike! Southeast
by Justin Pogge 10 Mar '14

10 Mar '14

We are doing a workshop on setting up your work space. If anyone has nice photos of their organization solutions please send them along to me at oldfieldcycles(a)gmail.com . There wasa great slide show in new Orleans. Cannot remember what shop it was from.

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Pricing Question!
by La Bikery 10 Mar '14

10 Mar '14

Hi! I'm emailing from La Bikery Co-operative in Moncton, NB. We're in the middle of some discussions about pricing out our used/pre-loved parts, and are looking for some feedback from other co-ops and community shops! What have you done? What works? What doesn't? What has community reaction been to pricing vs. by-donation vs. free used parts? Any feedback helps! Thanks a lot. -- *Coopérative La Bikery Co-operative * *Centre de vélo communautaire /Community Bicycle Centre* *120 boul. Assomption blvd, Moncton NB* *Jeudis: 17 h à 20 h/Thursdays pm-8pm* *Samedis 11 h à 14 h/Saturdays 11am-2pm* www.labikery.ca

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Fwd: Pricing Question!
by momoko saunders 10 Mar '14

10 Mar '14

The think tank does not allow attachments, :( here's a link to the wiki http://www.bikecollectives.org/wiki/images/b/b1/Bike_Farm_Pricing_Guide.jpeg You can also see on our page our previous pricing guide, maybe download both and see if one works better for you. On Mon, Mar 10, 2014 at 8:47 AM, <wormsign(a)gmail.com> wrote: > At brw we have suggested prices for most items i.e. less than or equal to > $4 for rear derailleurs in the bin. For fancier parts we look up market > value (as judged by completed sales on eBay) and generally cut that price > in half. We have a policy that used parts aren't sold unless being put on a > bike. He enforcement of this policy is at the discretion of those on hand > at the shop at the time. We prefer to have parts available for folks we > know need them to get their bikes working and hoarders/pickers tend to take > the most needed parts if they can. We have a full sliding scale on used > parts as well. > > Enzo Loconte > Board Secretary > Bikerowave > > On Mar 10, 2014, at 5:14 AM, La Bikery <labikery(a)gmail.com> wrote: > > Hi! > > I'm emailing from La Bikery Co-operative in Moncton, NB. > > We're in the middle of some discussions about pricing out our > used/pre-loved parts, and are looking for some feedback from other co-ops > and community shops! What have you done? What works? What doesn't? What > has community reaction been to pricing vs. by-donation vs. free used parts? > > Any feedback helps! Thanks a lot. > > -- > *Coopérative La Bikery Co-operative * > *Centre de vélo communautaire /Community Bicycle Centre* > *120 boul. Assomption blvd, Moncton NB* > > *Jeudis: 17 h à 20 h/Thursdays pm-8pm* > *Samedis 11 h à 14 h/Saturdays 11am-2pm* > > www.labikery.ca > > ____________________________________ > > The ThinkTank mailing List > <a href=" > http://lists.bikecollectives.org/options.cgi/thethinktank-bikecollectives.o…">Unsubscribe > from this list</a> > > > ____________________________________ > > The ThinkTank mailing List > <a href=" > http://lists.bikecollectives.org/options.cgi/thethinktank-bikecollectives.o…">Unsubscribe > from this list</a> > > >

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The Bike Depot in Denver is hiring a Service Department Lead
by Ryan Schutz 05 Mar '14

05 Mar '14

We need a new Service Department Lead at The Bike Depot, know anyone that wants to move to Denver? ----------------------------------------------------------------- Are you an experienced bike mechanic who wants to change the world? The Bike Depot is a 501(c)(3) nonprofit community bike shop<http://www.excelsports.com/main.asp?sitecomingfrom=303cycling>that supports Denver communities with a range of bicycling programs, services and products. We have a full service Bike Shop offering used bikes, parts and accessories, an affordable Service menu, and a Fix-your-Bike program where anyone can work on their bike with our tools and assistance from our expert corps of volunteers. The Bike Depot is seeking an experienced and motivated professional bike mechanic to serve as our service department lead. Applicants must be able to perform quality, high volume service work and refurbish used/donated bikes for resale while providing support and oversight to our team of paid and volunteer mechanics. Essential Functions General * Along with other staff, ensure the Bike Depot is maintained in a clean and safe manner at all times. * Willingness and ability to explain concepts related to bike repair and maintenance to program participants and volunteers. * Assist with the sale of bicycles, components and accessories, including use of point our of sale system. Service * Execute high quality repairs and tune-ups on commercial service. * Execute efficient and high quality restoration, overhaul and tuning of a range of used bicycles. * Provide department oversight and ensure quality of repair and restoration work. * Manage service schedule including: service check-ins, service writing, scheduling work orders, on time completion of work orders, documentation of repairs and communication with customers. * Maintain an up-to-date Service Menu. * With Retail Supervisor ensure that the sales floor is stocked with a variety of used bikes. * Ensure that all service related phone calls, requests, and questions are addressed properly and in a timely manner. * Manage system to ensure all service customers are contacted regularly for payment and pickup. * With Retail Supervisor manage service area inventory. * Oversight of pricing and management of used parts. * Train new staff on Service Department procedures and expectations. * Other special projects as needed. Experience/Education * Working knowledge of non-profits. * Minimum of 2 years working in commercial bike shop<http://www.excelsports.com/main.asp?sitecomingfrom=303cycling> . * Minimum of one year working as or with volunteers. * Experience with employee and/or team management. Knowledge, Skills, Qualifications * Extensive technical and mechanical knowledge of bicycles and bicycle products. * Knowledge of and interest in refurbishing older bicycles. * Experience with wheel building, bleeding and maintaining hydraulic brake systems and overhaul and maintenance of suspension systems. * Passion for bicycles and bicycling communities. * Ability to instruct others in bicycle repair procedures. * Demonstrated understanding of volunteer systems and management. * Advanced team building skills. * Demonstrated organizational skills and attention to detail. * Solid knowledge of basic office operating systems, and ability to learn new systems. * Solid oral and written communication skills. * Demonstrated accounting/inventory control experience helpful. Equipment * Access to a personal computer Physical Effort Required * Regular lifting of 50+ pounds Please provide a Cover Letter and Resume and respond with "Service Lead" in the Subject line to jobs(a)thebikedepot.org Applications accepted through 3/7/2014 -- Ryan Schutz Executive Director, The Bike Depot 720-278-8183 ryan(a)thebikedepot.org

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NYS on bikecollectives.org map (plus BBNE headsup)
by breathingplanet . 05 Mar '14

05 Mar '14

in preparing this i realized that bikecollectives.org has been redone (which looks great!) and we are no longer on the map, and many of the shops below neither. how do we get on there? i registered for an account, but cant seem to find out how to get a node on the map. also, importantly, i would like to get all these nodes on the map. does that basically mean someone from each site must register? if so, it should be a little easier, imo. if anyone knows how to get on the map let me know know. for the purposes of this talk I am giving, I guess I will have to make our own NYS map, though i hate to reinvent the wheel, when it looks so good. Matt in Utica: maybe you and I can work together to get NYS more represented, or perhaps that is a way NYBC could help? http://bikeatoga.org/ Saratoga Springs, NY http://troybikerescue.org http://albanybikerescue.org/ http://uticabikerescue.org/ http://www.rcommunitybikes.net/ (rochester) Electric City Bike Rescue (schenectady; no website yet) http://times-up.org/bike-co-op http://gobikebuffalo.org/programs/community-workshop/<http://www.recycleabicycle.org/> http://www.communitybikes.org/ Hamilton, NY Also BikeBike Northeast is being planned for August of 2014 in Boston. IS ANYONE IN THAT WORKING GROUP ON THIS LIST? or did I just become the de facto liason ;) Andrew in Troy, NY ---- On Sat, Mar 1, 2014 at 9:40 PM, breathingplanet . <breathingplanet(a)gmail.com > wrote: > Greetings, > My colleague and I are charged with giving a brief presentation to a big > cycling club about community bike projects in NYS this coming week. I am > looking to make contact with as many representatives as possible, and > mainly am looking for projects in addition to the ones listed below. > > Whats the context here? Well, the New York Bicycling Coalition has met > with a few of us and is exploring how they can get involved in supporting > the community bike project movement. For starters, they want to network us > in some way and profile our work on a part of their website. but for > starters... *who are we?* (and do we check email:)) The little talk we > are giving will kind of kick off this endeavour in a way because the club > demographically represents their 'base' to some extent. > > here is a list of active projects i know of: > http://bikeatoga.org/ > http://troybikerescue.org > http://albanybikerescue.org/ > http://uticabikerescue.org/ > http://www.rcommunitybikes.net/ (rochester) > Electric City Bike Rescue (schenectady; no website yet) > http://times-up.org/bike-co-op > http://www.recycleabicycle.org/ > > -i have heard that there is a project at Vassar college. truth? > -there used to be Biketopia in plattsburgh. still happenin? > -there was once something at SUNY Cortland > -anyone know whats happening in Ithaca these days? > -Binghamton? Buffalo? > > if you are a representative of an active NYS community bike project, > please be in touch and send me a brief statement on your current 'status' > and a link to a picture you think is a good representative for a > powerpoint. otherwise i will do my best internet harvest. > > Thanks all! > > Andrew Lynn > Troy Bike Rescue > troy, ny > > -- > ------__o > ----_`\<,_ > ---(_)/ (_) > andrew lynn 518-573-7947 > > > > > -- ------__o ----_`\<,_ ---(_)/ (_) andrew lynn 518-573-7947

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NON-Profit SHOP MANAGER Wanted
by Chauncey Tudhope-Locklear 05 Mar '14

05 Mar '14

*ReCyclery Bike Shop Manager and Lead MechanicPort Townsend, WAThe ReCyclery is a non-profit community cycling center in Port Townsend, WA. We are seeking a part time shop manager to join our amazing team in April of this year. Check out our website at ptrecyclery.org <http://ptrecyclery.org/>. We are looking for a dynamic leader with a passion for cycling, community, kids, the environment, and leadership. Applicant should have at least one year of shop experience or equivalent, have a work ethic that values showing up on time and working hard, and should be able to work efficiently in a multifaceted and complex environment. Port Townsend is a beautiful seaport with a colorful history and an amazing community. Check out ptguide.com <http://ptguide.com/>. View the job description below and send a cover letter and resume with "Shop Manager application" in the subject line to Chauncey Tudhope-Locklear (CBO), to chauncey(a)ptrecyclery.org <chauncey(a)ptrecyclery.org>. Thanks for taking the time to apply and good luck!Position Summary: The Bike Shop Manager assumes primary responsibility for leading The ReCyclery Bike Shop in fulfillment of its mission and vision, which includes managing daily operations, ensuring outstanding customer service, overseeing shop finances, managing and developing staff, and leading shop development and growth. The Manager Reports to the Executive Director (E.D.) and we ask for a minimum commitment of at least 1 year.Employee Classification: Salaried, average 34 hours per week, $1,667 per monthBenefits: 10 days paid vacation, 7 Paid Holidays, 7 days sick leave, 4 weeks leave without pay with E.D. approval of timing, wholesale price + sales tax for bike parts, 1 whole free bike per year using used parts with E. D. approval, up to $800 for education, 2 days paid training, 2 hours per week of paid cycle coaching/riding with our middle school mountain bike team "The Killer Whales".Primary Responsibilities:1. Manage daily Bike Shop operations (20%) - Oversee the scheduling of work (repair, maintenance, walk-in, and bike building); supervise a part-time Mechanic Oversee the ordering of supplies, parts and equipment; Oversee the procurement and processing of bicycle donations- Help develop and supervise an inventory system for the shop, including warehouse inventory, back stock, and donations processing;- Oversee the pricing of bikes, parts and accessories- Ensure a clean and organized work environment in the shop, attic and shipping container- Ensure an organized and attractive shop front, including new and used merchandise displays and educational information 2. Perform bicycle repair, maintenance, and walk-in services on customer bicycles of all types and conditions (20%) - Communicate with customers about their bikes, diagnosis, estimate of repair costs, and what can fit their budget- Ensure a clear understanding by reviewing repair tags with customers and/or shop staff 3. Recondition/overhaul used bicycles of all types and conditions for resale (20%) - Assess bike for damage and/or wear; determine a course of action according to parts availability and cost- Repair bike to yield a safe, fully functional, and clean product 4. Help oversee the fiscal operations and monitor the financial health of the Shop (10%) - Work with the E.D. to develop annual shop budget, sales goals, and resource allocations- Monitor revenue and expenses according to budget, reporting monthly to E.D.- Train and supervise shop staff in maintaining accurate records in our Point of Sale database and Close of Day transactions 5. Help oversee shop staff management and development (10%) - Recruit, hire, and schedule shop staff as needed, in collaboration with the E.D.- Train, motivate, supervise, and evaluate shop staff- Maintain the Bike Shop as a safe place for local youth by setting a high standard of behavior for employees- Supervise, motivate and develop the capabilities of youth apprentices working in the shop 6. Help guide Bike Shop business strategy, growth & development (10%) - Oversee the development of the Shop business plan and annual work plan- Oversee Shop capacity building projects and supervise staff and volunteer work on these projects7. Support youth programs and volunteer activities (5%) - Supervise of Bicycle Leadership program apprentices- Collaborate with Program Director and Lead Mechanic to develop curriculum and evaluations for Bicycle Leadership program- Supervise Recycling & Reuse Coordinator to keep programs supplied with bikes and parts from donations 8. Participate in strategic thinking process, to develop a long-term mission driven strategic plan, and to create annual operational plans. (5%) - Participate in staff, leadership team, shop and board meetings* -- Sincerely, Chauncey Tudhope-Locklear (Executive Director) The ReCyclery 1925 Blaine St. STE #500 Port Townsend, WA 98368 360-643-0734 (personal cell) 360-643-1755 (shop) www.ptrecyclery.org "Health and Sustainability through Bicycles"

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shout out for Bike!Bike! southeast
by Justin Pogge 03 Mar '14

03 Mar '14

this is just another plug for the Southeastern conference, if you know of fledgling organizations or interested people who may be off our radar, please help us get them plugged into this event. also, the invite is definitely extended to anyone interested outside of our region. its going to be a great time with great people. we just got confirmation from one of the people at the local maker space and he is going to bring a makerbot and have a little demo of how the machines work and then make some cool open source bike stuff for people at the workshop. its a little outside the realm of our normal workshops, but its going to be a great fun addition. there will also be some bike rides, bike polo playing, karaoke and a dance party Saturday night! http://www.bikebike.org/conferences/Tallahassee2014 https://www.facebook.com/events/713479262019472/713479268686138/?notif_t=li… -- www.oldfieldcycles.blogspot.com

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National bike summit -who's here?
by momoko saunders 01 Mar '14

01 Mar '14

Who all is going to the national bike summit. Want to meet up at some point and talk bike collectives! -momoko

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Number of bikes trashed and recycled in the US every year
by Jennifer Shriver 28 Feb '14

28 Feb '14

Any of you have info on this topic? Hard data would be best, but estimates of what is recycled -- and what goes to landfill -- in your town would be very helpful. This is for a state of colorado recycling grant. And suggestions about who might have this data would also be welcome! Jennifer M. Shriver, Development Coordinator Phone: 303-641-2749 e-mail: jennifer(a)communitycycles.org <sue(a)communitycycles.org> www.CommunityCycles.org <http://www.communitycycles.org/> 2805 Wilderness Place Boulder, CO 80301 <sue(a)communitycycles.org> Join the movement! Become a Community Cycles member <http://communitycycles.org/get-involved/membership-form.html> Subscribe to our monthly e-news! <http://communitycycles.us2.list-manage1.com/subscribe?u=dfb03be0fd757585736…>

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Volunteer Recruitment
by Bayley Vanderpoel 28 Feb '14

28 Feb '14

Hello, Bayley here from VeloCity Bicycle Coop in Alexandria, Va. I'm looking for advice recruiting new volunteers. Any general ideas to increase exposure of our bicycle coop is appreciated. Has anyone else used meetup.com to recruit volunteers? I started a group and it seems to be helping. Bayley

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List of nonprofit bike shops with a workforce development program
by Katie Lupo 14 Feb '14

14 Feb '14

Hello, Does anyone know of a list of all of the nonprofit bike shops in the US & Canada that are run using a workforce development program (like Recycle a Bicycle, Dreambikes, Bikes not Bombs, ???) Thanks!! Katie Lupo Gearin' Up Bicycles 952.484.2567 (m) Follow us on Facebook <https://www.facebook.com/GearinUpBicycles> Visit us at www.GearinUpBicycles.org <http://www.gearinupbicycles.org/>

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Please take our B!B! survey
by Wanda Pelegrina Caldas 13 Feb '14

13 Feb '14

Howdy bike peeps! The Bike!Bike! working group needs your input. We're exploring B!B!'s mission and values aka what about B!B! is important to all of y'all. Click here to take our short survey. There might be other things about B!B! that you wanna share with us and we hope you will. We hope to send out a few more quick surveys on other issues, themes, topics. Hey, and the working group is not an elite, selective or closed group. Info on how to join the working group is at the end of the survey. Bike love and warm, de-icing thoughts! Wanda, on behalf of the B!B! working group Wanda Pelegrina Caldas Community Cycles, Boulder's only nonprofit bike shop, serves all your bike commuting needs. Find us on Facebook, subscribe to our monthly e-news or use our secure online donation form to become a member, today. Thanks!!

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Bike!Bike! Northwest?
by Lauren Warbeck 08 Feb '14

08 Feb '14

What's the word on B!B! Northwest this year pals? Get at me? Thanks!

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Youth Bike Summit / February 14-16 in NYC
by Pasqualina Azzarello 06 Feb '14

06 Feb '14

Hi Everyone, The Youth Bike Summit is just a week away! The Youth Bike Summit is a three-day conference geared toward youth, bikes, education, advocacy, and leadership. Meet people from different disciplines, backgrounds, and ages to learn, network, and explore how bicycling can be a catalyst for positive social change! Check out these photos<https://www.facebook.com/media/set/?set=a.10151444825112287.504822.62453932…> from last year's event. *February 14 - 16, 2014 @ The New School in NYC* Click HERE<http://www.eventbrite.com/e/youth-bike-summit-2014-tickets-9161924563?aff=e…> to register Click HERE <http://youthbikesummit.org/youth-bike-summit-2014/program/> for this year's program Click HERE <http://youthbikesummit.org/> for more information Any help you can offer w/ spreading the word to youth groups, educators, cyclists, advocates, and community leaders is greatly appreciated! Facebook<https://www.facebook.com/pages/Youth-Bike-Summit/230384430374509> | Twitter <https://twitter.com/youthbikesummit> | #YBS14 Thanks so much and hope to see you next week! Best, Pasqualina Youth Bike | Director *Youth Bike Summit @ The New School Feb 14-16, 2014* www.youthbikesummit.org | Facebook<https://www.facebook.com/pages/Youth-Bike-Summit/230384430374509> | Twitter <https://twitter.com/youthbikesummit> | #YBS14 *Youth Bike transforms our local communities and strengthens our national movement by empowering bicycle leaders.*

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Artistic Bicycle Performers
by Civitron 06 Feb '14

06 Feb '14

Ahoy, ThinkTank-ers! I'm coordinating a community bicycle event in New Bedford, Massachusetts and would like to feature as many local bike organizations as possible. This will be a full day family-friendly celebration, filled with games, workshops, films and music. The entire event will kick-off with a bicycle parade led by SCUL (We're a local chopper bicycle gang based in Somerville, MA with a chapter in New Bedford, MA. - www.scul.org). Additionally, we would like to invite local artists and performers who use bicycles in their work. I'd love to have a bicycle dance team like the "Sprockettes" in Portland, OR or the "Bay Area Derailleurs" in San Francisco. Ideally, these acts would come from the Southeastern Massachusetts area but all groups are welcome. Unfortunately, there is very little funding so there will be no monetary compensation but I'm willing to buy everyone lunch. Does anyone have any information regarding bicycle performing artists? I look forward to hearing from you. Thanks! Civitron Fleet Admiral, 4th SCUL Fleet: "Starchasers" www.scul.org

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Re: [TheThinkTank] Youth Bike Summit - Program Announced
by Aryn Gaslowitz 05 Feb '14

05 Feb '14

I think I'm going to be able to get to New York for this, is there any chance there are some folks there who may be have a little floor space to lend Friday and/or Saturday night? Aryn > Date: Fri, 17 Jan 2014 22:54:49 -0800 > From: Lauren Warbeck <lauren.warbeck(a)gmail.com> > To: The Think Tank <thethinktank(a)lists.bikecollectives.org> > Subject: Re: [TheThinkTank] Youth Bike Summit - Program Announced > Message-ID: > <CAAr69eXpnXHyypABRn2ih8= > DLHDBKtTJROhuFCz01F0KMc05hw(a)mail.gmail.com> > Content-Type: text/plain; charset="iso-8859-1" > > I wissssssshhhhhhhhh. Looks amazing! > > > On Fri, Jan 17, 2014 at 5:10 AM, Loretta Masiello < > lorettamasiello(a)gmail.com > > wrote: > > > Exciting line up! > > > > On Jan 17, 2014, at 7:29 AM, Pasqualina Azzarello < > > pasqualina(a)youthbikesummit.org> wrote: > > > > Hi Everyone, > > > > The Youth Bike Summit is just four weeks away and we're expecting our > > biggest gathering yet. Take a look at this year's line-up! > > > > http://youthbikesummit.org/youth-bike-summit-2014/program/ > > > > Best, > > Pasqualina > > > > > > > > Youth Bike | Director > > *Youth Bike Summit @ The New School Feb 14-16, 2014* > > www.youthbikesummit.org | Facebook< > https://www.facebook.com/pages/Youth-Bike-Summit/230384430374509> > > | Twitter <https://twitter.com/youthbikesummit> | #YBS14 > > > > *Youth Bike transforms our local communities and strengthens our national > > movement by empowering bicycle leaders.* > > > > > > _______________________________________________ > > > > The ThinkTank mailing List > > <a href=" > > > http://lists.bikecollectives.org/options.cgi/thethinktank-bikecollectives.o… > ">Unsubscribe > > from this list</a> > > > > > > > > _______________________________________________ > > > > The ThinkTank mailing List > > <a href=" > > > http://lists.bikecollectives.org/options.cgi/thethinktank-bikecollectives.o… > ">Unsubscribe > > from this list</a> > > > > >

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Bike! Bike! Volunteer Exchange Network Spreadsheet
by Gladys Nobriga 03 Feb '14

03 Feb '14

Good evening, I started working on a database for the Volunteer Exchange Network<https://docs.google.com/spreadsheet/ccc?key=0ArYR0yO0znVAdG84MllYY01lbEdBVD…>. I've set the options to "Anyone With the Link Can Edit." I gathered what you see on there from the emails that have been circulating since Bike!Bike! If your collective is interested in joining the network, please feel free to click the link and add your information to the spreadsheet. Many of us are now in the stages of figuring out what constitutes being in the network, what the requirements are for users and so forth. Thank you so much! Cheers, Gladys N. -- Gladys Nobriga 786-899-9934

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Re: [TheThinkTank] Washington DC area Earn A Bike Programs
by Katie Lupo 02 Feb '14

02 Feb '14

Greetings, Longtime viewer, first time poster :) In response to some questions about an Earn A Bike Program / Nonprofit Bike Shop in Washington D.C., I wanted to let you know that Gearin' Up Bicycles is getting ready to open in Northeast D.C. at the beginning of April. Gearin' Up is a nonprofit (501c3) community used bike shop, and we will be offering EAB programs as well as running a workforce development program that re-purposes donated used bicycles. If anyone out there is reading this in the D.C. area and is interested in getting involved, please contact me at KatieLupo(a)GearinUpBicycles.org. For more info about the shop, check out the website at www.GearinUpBicycles.org <http://www.gearinupbicycles.org/> and be sure to 'like' us on Facebook! The others in the area are like everyone said: Phoenix Bikes <http://www.phoenixbikes.org/> (nonprofit bike shop in Arlington) Velocity <http://velocitycoop.org/> (Coop in Alexandria) The Bike House <http://www.thebikehouse.coop/> (Coop in D.C.) Mount Rainier Bike Coop <http://mrbikecoop.blogspot.com/> (Coop just outside DC in Maryland) The Old Bike Shop <http://theoldbikeshoparlington.com/>(a pretty sweet used bike shop in Arlington) and WABA <http://waba.org/>is always up to come pretty awesome stuff. Katie Lupo Gearin' Up Bicycles 952.484.2567 (m) Follow us on Facebook <https://www.facebook.com/GearinUpBicycles> Visit us at www.GearinUpBicycles.org <http://www.gearinupbicycles.org/>

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Mechanic Exchange?
by Lauren Warbeck 01 Feb '14

01 Feb '14

Hey yall - A few of us have been talking for years about developing a mechanic exchange between shops in and between Canada and the US, so that #1 broke ass bike mechanics can travel to sweet rad places for working vacays, and #2 so that we can learn about the intricacies of how other shops run and how we can make our own shops better. Is this on anyone's radar? Was this talked about in NOLA? Did I miss a really obvious thread about it? Cause if no one's working on this, maybe it'll be my baby this yearrrr... Get at me if you want to collaborate/don't want to have to do any more work but are full of great ideas/think it would be rad so I know I'm not the only one still fantasizing about this. <3 Lauren @ OCB Vancouver

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Washington DC area Earn A Bike Programs
by Jon Sher 26 Jan '14

26 Jan '14

My friend is moving to DC and is looking to either earn a bike or get one cheap. She is working with Americorps.

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bikecollectives.org
by Godwin ! 26 Jan '14

26 Jan '14

Hey folks, the bikecollectives.org website is finally up again. We did a complete redesign but of course kept the wiki and thinktank links. We also cleaned up the wiki of all the spam that was on there. I removed all offending users and documents (there were thousands of them) but it is possible that I missed some or even removed some real content. I still have a backup of all the data, so if you spot a case of the latter, please let me know and I'll restore it. If you have ideas on things you'd like to see changed, feel free to let me know. A number of us spent quite a lot of time trying to negotiate the right things to say, but there's always room for improvement. .godwin

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Full Cycle in Mpls is hiring an experienced mechanic
by Crystal Brinkman 24 Jan '14

24 Jan '14

Full Cycle is a non-profit bike shop in Minneapolis, MN and we are looking for a FT, seasonal, experienced mechanic for our upcoming busy season. Read more about our bike shop here: http://fullcyclebikeshop.org/ And more information about the position and the link to apply here: http://fullcyclebikeshop.org/now-hiring-an-experienced-bike-mechanic/ Feel free to email me with any questions! Crystal Brinkman Shop Manager Full Cycle

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Re: [TheThinkTank] Thethinktank Digest, Vol 89, Issue 26
by Justin Pogge 23 Jan '14

23 Jan '14

Bike!Bike! Southeast will be held in Tallahassee, Florida March 13th-17th. the previous message has a link to the registration page with all of the information. thanks Justin On Thu, Jan 23, 2014 at 11:34 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. bike!bike! southeast (Justin Pogge) > 2. Re: bike!bike! southeast (Ainsley Naylor) > 3. Re: Mechanic Exchange? (liz lichtman) > 4. Re: bike!bike! southeast (Godwin !) > 5. Re: Mechanic Exchange? (wormsign(a)gmail.com) > 6. Re: bike!bike! southeast (Akram F Abed) > > > ---------------------------------------------------------------------- > > Message: 1 > Date: Thu, 23 Jan 2014 09:11:40 -0500 > From: Justin Pogge <oldfieldcycles(a)gmail.com> > To: thethinktank(a)lists.bikecollectives.org > Subject: [TheThinkTank] bike!bike! southeast > Message-ID: > <CADC+y2g4eJTqG22Z1i= > bn9RyXSUPJORLxAaouTCUkLkDyu0PNA(a)mail.gmail.com> > Content-Type: text/plain; charset="iso-8859-1" > > we have opened registration for BIKE!BIKE! Southeast! the conference is > geared toward southeastern community shops, but we would love anyone to > come, especially those willing to bottomline a workshop. there are many > fledgling organizations opening up in the southeast who could learn a lot > from people from established organizations. we have 3 locations for > workshops, Krank It Up, Bread and Roses Food Coop and the 1200 Stearns > street housing coop. all are within blocks of one another. we will be > providing food and housing along with a few bike rides(swimming!) a > probably a dance party one night. > right now we are spreading the word, so if you are interested in coming or > know of any shops or interested people in the southeast or otherwise who > would benefit from the conference, please refer them to the Bike!Bike! > Southeast <https://www.bikebike.org/conferences/Tallahassee2014/view> site > and register for the conference. > thanks a lot and we hope to see you soon! > Justin > -- > www.oldfieldcycles.blogspot.com >

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bike!bike! southeast
by Justin Pogge 23 Jan '14

23 Jan '14

we have opened registration for BIKE!BIKE! Southeast! the conference is geared toward southeastern community shops, but we would love anyone to come, especially those willing to bottomline a workshop. there are many fledgling organizations opening up in the southeast who could learn a lot from people from established organizations. we have 3 locations for workshops, Krank It Up, Bread and Roses Food Coop and the 1200 Stearns street housing coop. all are within blocks of one another. we will be providing food and housing along with a few bike rides(swimming!) a probably a dance party one night. right now we are spreading the word, so if you are interested in coming or know of any shops or interested people in the southeast or otherwise who would benefit from the conference, please refer them to the Bike!Bike! Southeast <https://www.bikebike.org/conferences/Tallahassee2014/view> site and register for the conference. thanks a lot and we hope to see you soon! Justin -- www.oldfieldcycles.blogspot.com

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Next Bike!Bike! Working Group Meeting Sun. Feb 2
by Darren Knox 22 Jan '14

22 Jan '14

Hey Bikey Peoples, The B!B! working group continues to articulate B!B!s identity however sprawling and ever evolving it is! Just a refresher: we do not consider ourselves a decision making body. We're just a group of folks that are invested in the conference and in the community bike shop world and want to do work to support and develop B!B!s amazingness. The Working Group is open to anyone who wants to give some input or do some work to help our network grow and flourish. *(Join the listserv here <https://groups.google.com/forum/#!forum/bikebike-working-group>) *Everyone is invited to participate in the listserv and regular meetings which will happen the 1st Sunday of every month. *Next Meeting: Feb 2nd @ 5pm CST* Google Event Here!<https://plus.google.com/u/0/events/cu7rkps7a2vv8l5ndi4nghbfqq8?authkey=CJCJ…> At the last meeting we continued discussing the pros/cons of getting non-profit status, why Google apps will make sharing information from year to year much easier. Wanda is working on creating a survey for all B!B! folks that will allow us to get more opinions about what should be in our mission/values statements and help us write something which is all inclusive and describes why this conference is so important year after year. *Here are the notes from the last meeting:* https://docs.google.com/document/d/15axviZO1IYIrZzuQI_jCNU-b3HPjX0P_FHFVqBe… Thanks everyone! Please let us know if you have questions/concerns/comments/etc/etc/etc! Darren and the rest of the B!B! WG

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Wellington Wünderbike
by Jesse Doud 21 Jan '14

21 Jan '14

Howdy folks, Some of us at mechanical tempest have been building a fleet of loaner bikes for a spin off we're calling Wünderbike. We just launched a crown funding campaign for it. Im confident the welly community will fund this project, but just wanted to bump it to you lovely folks to check out what we're up to and the video: https://www.pledgeme.co.nz/projects/1688 I'll know I'll dredge the heaps of knowledge that has come through this forum on bike lend projects once we get to the nitty gritty. Bike love from Aotearoa New Zealand, Jesse

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The Mechanic Exchange
by jalaparoy＠gmail.com 19 Jan '14

19 Jan '14

Darren Knox and other interested mechanics: As I wrote in a previous mail, we have the Rotary International program called “Rueda con Rotary ”Friendship Exchange” based on the use of bicycles as transportation and safe cycling as the theme. We want to start a month long exchange first in Xalapa perhaps this coming March and part of April with mechanics from the Boulder/Ft. Collins, Colorado area and a group from Xalapa to Boulder in late July and early August. Each group would have a Rotarian leader. Please contact me at my Skype “jalaparoy3” or jalaparoy(a)gmail.com ¡Que viva la bici! Roy “"El Gringo Jalapeño”

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Re: [TheThinkTank] Thethinktank Digest, Vol 89, Issue 19
by jalaparoy＠gmail.com 19 Jan '14

19 Jan '14

¡Hola, Tigre Bici! We are working on manuals in Spanish for “Ciclismo Seguro” which have parts on bike maintence as well as safe cycling. Feel free to contact me at jalaparoy(a)gmail.com or call me at my home 228-8120555. Looking forward to talking with you. ¡Que viva la bici! Roy “El Gringo Jalapeño! P.D. ¡Que padre estuvo Oaxaca y espero tener el gusto de verte aquí en Xalapa para unas buenas rodadas! De: thethinktank-request(a)lists.bikecopllectives.org Enviado el: ‎domingo‎, ‎19‎ de ‎enero‎ de ‎2014 ‎07‎:‎19‎ ‎a. m. Para: thethinktank(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: Mechanic Exchange? (christopher(a)holisticcycles.com) 2. Re: Mechanic Exchange? (Tigre Bici) 3. Re: Mechanic Exchange? (christopher(a)holisticcycles.com) 4. Re: Mechanic Exchange? (Matthew VanSlyke) ---------------------------------------------------------------------- Message: 1 Date: Sat, 18 Jan 2014 15:14:25 -0700 From: <christopher(a)holisticcycles.com> To: "The Think Tank" <thethinktank(a)lists.bikecollectives.org> Subject: Re: [TheThinkTank] Mechanic Exchange? Message-ID: <20140118151425.f1111ec096c9d6bd7eddf37b01080912.19df62e7e0.wbe(a)email03.secureserver.net> Content-Type: text/plain; charset="us-ascii" An HTML attachment was scrubbed... URL: <http://lists.bikecollectives.org/pipermail/thethinktank-bikecollectives.org…> ------------------------------ Message: 2 Date: Sat, 18 Jan 2014 17:18:20 -0600 From: Tigre Bici <bici.uanl(a)gmail.com> To: The Think Tank <thethinktank(a)lists.bikecollectives.org> Subject: Re: [TheThinkTank] Mechanic Exchange? Message-ID: <CADRKCOcsSgN_rTkQ8gyotQqKdbXN1P4P2ZUf4jo96HatyuF8Wg(a)mail.gmail.com> Content-Type: text/plain; charset="iso-8859-1" Hola Roy! We met in Oaxaca in the National Congress. I don't know if you are interested in creating manuals and/or books in spanish since almost every book/manual that we have access in Monterrey is written in english and takes some effort to understand them. We have the idea but not enough time to do it. On Saturday, January 18, 2014, <christopher(a)holisticcycles.com> wrote: > I have educational materials you have never even dreamt of > > Christopher Wallace > Bicycle Guild/ Holistic Cycles > 140 Harrison St > Oak Park, IL. 60304 > > > -------- Original Message -------- > Subject: Re: [TheThinkTank] Mechanic Exchange? > From: Ainsley Naylor <needleandthread(a)gmail.com <javascript:_e({}, > 'cvml', 'needleandthread(a)gmail.com');>> > Date: Sat, January 18, 2014 7:25 am > To: The Think Tank <thethinktank(a)lists.bikecollectives.org<javascript:_e({}, 'cvml', 'thethinktank(a)lists.bikecollectives.org');> > > > > We did talk about this when we had the workshop on International > Cooperation (not sure what we called it), and were unsure as to the best > forum or format to organize this. Long ago information regarding interest > and ability to exchange or wwoof at each shop was being added to the > Shockingly Large Spreadsheet that Josh had begun, but that format ended up > being cumbersome and not totally accessible. > > I agree that this needs to HAPPEN! and that we need a space where you can > easily access info on who is willing to participate :) > ainsley. > > > On Sat, Jan 18, 2014 at 4:25 AM, Jesse Doud <jessedoud(a)gmail.com<javascript:_e({}, 'cvml', 'jessedoud(a)gmail.com');> > > wrote: > >> Rad rad rad idea. I don't think that'll work for us island folk :/ >> >> Jesse @ Mechanical Tempest, Wellington >> >> >> On Sat, Jan 18, 2014 at 7:39 PM, Lauren Warbeck <lauren.warbeck(a)gmail.com<javascript:_e({}, 'cvml', 'lauren.warbeck(a)gmail.com');> >> > wrote: >> >>> Hey yall - >>> >>> A few of us have been talking for years about developing a mechanic >>> exchange between shops in and between Canada and the US, so that #1 broke >>> ass bike mechanics can travel to sweet rad places for working vacays, and >>> #2 so that we can learn about the intricacies of how other shops run and >>> how we can make our own shops better. >>> >>> Is this on anyone's radar? Was this talked about in NOLA? Did I miss a >>> really obvious thread about it? >>> >>> Cause if no one's working on this, maybe it'll be my baby this yearrrr... >>> >>> Get at me if you want to collaborate/don't want to have to do any more >>> work but are full of great ideas/think it would be rad so I know I'm not >>> the only one still fantasizing about this. >>> >>> <3 Lauren @ OCB Vancouver >>> >>> >>> >>> >>> >>> >>> _______________________________________________ >>> >>> The ThinkTank mailing List >>> <a href=" >>> http://lists.bikecollectives.org/options.cgi/thethinktank-bikecollectives.o…">Unsubscribe >>> from this list</a> >>> >>> >> >> >> _______________________________________________ >> >> The ThinkTank mailing List >> <a href=" >> http://lists.bikecollectives.org/options.cgi/thethinktank-bikecollectives.o…">Unsubscribe >> from this list</a> >> >> > ------------------------------ > > _______________________________________________ > > The ThinkTank mailing List > Unsubscribe from this list<http://lists.bikecollectives.org/options.cgi/thethinktank-bikecollectives.o…> > > -------------- next part -------------- An HTML attachment was scrubbed... URL: <http://lists.bikecollectives.org/pipermail/thethinktank-bikecollectives.org…> ------------------------------ Message: 3 Date: Sat, 18 Jan 2014 22:01:21 -0700 From: <christopher(a)holisticcycles.com> To: "The Think Tank" <thethinktank(a)lists.bikecollectives.org> Subject: Re: [TheThinkTank] Mechanic Exchange? Message-ID: <20140118220121.f1111ec096c9d6bd7eddf37b01080912.7024407a9f.wbe(a)email03.secureserver.net> Content-Type: text/plain; charset="us-ascii" An HTML attachment was scrubbed... URL: <http://lists.bikecollectives.org/pipermail/thethinktank-bikecollectives.org…> ------------------------------ Message: 4 Date: Sun, 19 Jan 2014 08:15:10 -0500 From: Matthew VanSlyke <vanslyke.matthew(a)gmail.com> To: The Think Tank <thethinktank(a)lists.bikecollectives.org> Subject: Re: [TheThinkTank] Mechanic Exchange? Message-ID: <CAEU716Q7j+5y-benqYeXQJPyvUz4etPnnHjZsB76Djj75rQdKQ(a)mail.gmail.com> Content-Type: text/plain; charset="iso-8859-1" Sam, This is so true. It would be great to bring/send newly recruited mechanics to other shops so they could learn what the deal is. Like Andrew said, we in upstate NY have a good chance to do that and I would imagine other new shops would agree that this would help recruit and maintain mechanics. Matt Utica Bike Rescue On Sat, Jan 18, 2014 at 11:30 AM, Samuel <samuelchristianjensen(a)gmail.com>wrote: > It would be really cool if there was a way for coops that are just > starting up to participate, too. That way they could get experienced > mechanics from other shops to help give advice about shop set up, tools, > etc. > > Sam, Iowa City Bike Library > > Den 18-01-2014 10:13, Recycle skrev: > > Exciting idea. We are a young shop in Little Rock, Arkansas but we would > be open to hosting a mechanic for a week or so. > > Sent from my iPhone > > On Jan 18, 2014, at 9:24 AM, Andrew L <breathingplanet(a)gmail.com> wrote: > > Up here in upstate NY, (Troy), this has been oft discussed in the past > too. > > we are at an exciting moment, where there has been a shop founded in > Utica, NY and a founding group meeting in Schenectady NY, which we are > supporting. > Along with Albany Bike Rescue, Troy Bike Rescue, and Bikeatoga in Saratoga > Springs, we have a cluster of FIVE independent community bike spaces > totally bikeable to and from one another. > > we are: > > a weeks ride from Toronto > > 4 days ride to Boston > > 3 days ride to Montreal or Burlington > > 2 days ride to NYC > > > On Sat, Jan 18, 2014 at 10:12 AM, Josh Bisker <jbisker(a)gmail.com> wrote: > >> Sending along general sparkles to this: rad idea! NYC is severely >> coop-challenged at the moment but I can see a future where many of us would >> love to help make this happen >> >> On Jan 18, 2014, at 9:25 AM, Ainsley Naylor <needleandthread(a)gmail.com> >> wrote: >> >> We did talk about this when we had the workshop on International >> Cooperation (not sure what we called it), and were unsure as to the best >> forum or format to organize this. Long ago information regarding interest >> and ability to exchange or wwoof at each shop was being added to the >> Shockingly Large Spreadsheet that Josh had begun, but that format ended up >> being cumbersome and not totally accessible. >> >> I agree that this needs to HAPPEN! and that we need a space where you >> can easily access info on who is willing to participate :) >> ainsley. >> >> >> On Sat, Jan 18, 2014 at 4:25 AM, Jesse Doud <jessedoud(a)gmail.com> wrote: >> >>> Rad rad rad idea. I don't think that'll work for us island folk :/ >>> >>> Jesse @ Mechanical Tempest, Wellington >>> >>> >>> On Sat, Jan 18, 2014 at 7:39 PM, Lauren Warbeck < >>> lauren.warbeck(a)gmail.com> wrote: >>> >>>> Hey yall - >>>> >>>> A few of us have been talking for years about developing a mechanic >>>> exchange between shops in and between Canada and the US, so that #1 broke >>>> ass bike mechanics can travel to sweet rad places for working vacays, and >>>> #2 so that we can learn about the intricacies of how other shops run and >>>> how we can make our own shops better. >>>> >>>> Is this on anyone's radar? Was this talked about in NOLA? Did I miss >>>> a really obvious thread about it? >>>> >>>> Cause if no one's working on this, maybe it'll be my baby this >>>> yearrrr... >>>> >>>> Get at me if you want to collaborate/don't want to have to do any more >>>> work but are full of great ideas/think it would be rad so I know I'm not >>>> the only one still fantasizing about this. >>>> >>>> <3 Lauren @ OCB Vancouver >>>> >>>> >>>> >>>> >>>> >>>> >>>> _______________________________________________ >>>> >>>> The ThinkTank mailing List >>>> <a href=" >>>> http://lists.bikecollectives.org/options.cgi/thethinktank-bikecollectives.o…">Unsubscribe >>>> from this list</a> >>>> >>>> >>> >>> >>> _______________________________________________ >>> >>> The ThinkTank mailing List >>> <a href=" >>> http://lists.bikecollectives.org/options.cgi/thethinktank-bikecollectives.o…">Unsubscribe >>> from this list</a> >>> >>> >> >> _______________________________________________ >> >> The ThinkTank mailing List >> <a href=" >> http://lists.bikecollectives.org/options.cgi/thethinktank-bikecollectives.o…">Unsubscribe >> from this list</a> >> >> >> >> _______________________________________________ >> >> The ThinkTank mailing List >> <a href=" >> http://lists.bikecollectives.org/options.cgi/thethinktank-bikecollectives.o…">Unsubscribe >> from this list</a> >> >> > > > -- > ------__o > ----_`\<,_ > ---(_)/ (_) > andrew lynn 518-573-7947 > > > > _______________________________________________ > > The ThinkTank mailing List > <a href=" > http://lists.bikecollectives.org/options.cgi/thethinktank-bikecollectives.o…">Unsubscribe > from this list</a> > > > > > _______________________________________________ > > The ThinkTank mailing List > <a href="http://lists.bikecollectives.org/options.cgi/thethinktank-bikecollectives.o…" <http://lists.bikecollectives.org/options.cgi/thethinktank-bikecollectives.o…>>Unsubscribe from this list</a> > > > > > _______________________________________________ > > The ThinkTank mailing List > <a href=" > http://lists.bikecollectives.org/options.cgi/thethinktank-bikecollectives.o…">Unsubscribe > from this list</a> > > -------------- next part -------------- An HTML attachment was scrubbed... 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Re: [TheThinkTank] Mechanic Exchange?
by christopher＠holisticcycles.com 18 Jan '14

18 Jan '14

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by christopher＠holisticcycles.com 18 Jan '14

18 Jan '14

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Mechanic Exchange?
by jalaparoy＠gmail.com 18 Jan '14

18 Jan '14

Dear fellow Thinktankers: My name is Roy Dudley and I have lived in Xalapa, Veracruz México for the past 41 years, an active member of Rotary International for 30 years and an avid cyclists for 57 years. We have started a Rotary program called “Rueda con Rotary”(Ride with Rotary) where we promote the use of bicycles as transportation, especially with the community bike workshops and events like “Bicitón” where people donate their used bikes and parts. We would like to extend an invitation for volunteers who would like to come down for a month or more to help start and work with existing community bike workshops. This is a wonderful opportunity to get to know this incredible part of Mexico, the state of Veracruz. If you are interested, please contact me at… bicitoursxalapa3(a)gmail.com ¡Mil gracias! ¡Que viva la bici! Roy B. Dudley “El Gringo Jalapeño” Enviado desde Correo de Windows

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Youth Bike Summit - Program Announced
by Pasqualina Azzarello 17 Jan '14

17 Jan '14

Hi Everyone, The Youth Bike Summit is just four weeks away and we're expecting our biggest gathering yet. Take a look at this year's line-up! http://youthbikesummit.org/youth-bike-summit-2014/program/ Best, Pasqualina Youth Bike | Director *Youth Bike Summit @ The New School Feb 14-16, 2014* www.youthbikesummit.org | Facebook<https://www.facebook.com/pages/Youth-Bike-Summit/230384430374509> | Twitter <https://twitter.com/youthbikesummit> | #YBS14 *Youth Bike transforms our local communities and strengthens our national movement by empowering bicycle leaders.*

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Cycles for Change (St. Paul, MN) is hiring
by Jason Tanzman 15 Jan '14

15 Jan '14

Hi everybody, Cycles for Change, in St. Paul, MN is hiring for two positions! The first position is a Retail and Service Manager position that will be in charge of managing C4C's retail operation, including our expansion to include a full slate of fee-for-service repairs. The second position is the Earn-a-Bike Coordinator, which will be in charge of directly implementing C4C's open shop and ear-a-bike programs. Both positions are full-time, year-round, with paid vacation and a wage of $12-15/hr. Position descriptions are viewable here<http://www.minnesotanonprofits.org/jobs?mode=search&categories=&areas=&job_…> . Feel free to email me with any questions! Jason -- Development and Communications Director 612-232-2737 (cell) 651-222-2080 (shop) www.cyclesforchange.org The mission of Cycles for Change is to be an open, accessible space to educate and empower people to use bicycles as transportation, helping to build a sustainable environment and community. Volunteer with us to help build a bicycling movement in the Twin Cities!

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Scholarships to National Bike Summit
by Adonia Lugo 11 Jan '14

11 Jan '14

Hey folks, My League overlords wanted me to tell you that the National Bicycle Dealers Association is offering 25 scholarships to the National Bike Summit, and the deadline to apply is coming up on January 15. You can apply here:http://bikeleague.org/content/summit-scholarships-nbda *Who's eligible to apply?* 1) You must be an owner or manager of a bike shop, co-op or collective 2) Your shop must be a member of NBDA (or in the process of becoming a member) 3) You must be a first-time attendee of the National Bike Summit A maybe important detail: If your co-op or shop isn't currently an NBDA member, you can still apply for the scholarship as long as you also get the NBDA membership process started. -- Adonia E. Lugo, Ph.D. Bicycle Anthropologist www.urbanadonia.com

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Bike corral policies
by sheldon mains 09 Jan '14

09 Jan '14

We're working with a large affordable housing building in our area (primarily East African residents) to get better bike storage. They've agreed to a secure, fenced area inside the enclosed part of their parking ramp. We need some sample policies--e.g. how to you control who has access to the corral, who gets to use it..... This should involve VERY little staff time. How do you avoid a large number of abandoned bikes after a year....Anyone have any sample policies we can share? .............. Sheldon Mains SPOKES Bike Walk Connect www.SpokesConnect.org www.fb.com/SpokesConnect

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Greetings
by Adonia Lugo 07 Jan '14

07 Jan '14

Hey all, I don't know if it's your custom to do an intro email, but here goes! I'm a bike anthropologist who is now the Equity Initiative Manager at the League of American Bicyclists. I've been involved in bikey stuff in Los Angeles, Seattle, and Portland, and I moved to D.C. for this job in November. My academic and activist projects focus on showing the impact grassroots energy can (and should) have on bike planning and policy, so I figured it was high time I joined this listserv. On that note, the League is currently gathering responses for its annual survey (link: http://survey.constantcontact.com/survey/a07e8keg6w9hoacdlzu/start). It's for members and non-members, and we're trying to get feedback from as wide a pool as possible. My apologies if you've already been getting this link from other people! It'd be great to get more bike collective voices heard at the League. Also, the Equity Advisory Council, the panel of experts building the League's Equity Initiative, is currently accepting applications for an open seat (link: https://www.surveymonkey.com/s/eac-nominee-form). The application closes this Friday. If you want to know more about my work or the equity stuff happening at the League, feel free to email me at this address or at adonia(a)bikeleague.org. Thanks! Adonia -- Adonia E. Lugo, Ph.D. Bicycle Anthropologist www.urbanadonia.com

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Youth Bike Summit 2014
by Pasqualina Azzarello 07 Jan '14

07 Jan '14

Hi Everyone, Happy New Year! We're gearing up for the fourth annual Youth Bike Summit and we hope you'll join us! All the details are below. You can also check out our brand new *website <http://youthbikesummit.org/>* for updates and *register here <http://www.eventbrite.com/e/youth-bike-summit-2014-tickets-9161924563?aff=e…>* . *WHAT:* The 4th Annual National Youth Bike Summit *WHEN:* February 14-16, 2014 *WHERE:* The New School in New York, NY *PARTICIPATE: *Join us at the 4th Annual National Youth Bike Summit! The Youth Bike Summit is a three-day conference geared toward youth, bikes, education, advocacy, and leadership. Meet people from different disciplines, backgrounds, and ages to learn, network, and explore how bicycling can be a catalyst for positive social change! Check out *these photos <https://www.facebook.com/media/set/?set=a.10151444825112287.504822.62453932…>* from last year's event. *Last year we had nearly 400 youth and adults join us from 24 states and 6 countries and this year we're expecting even more -- Join us!* *KEYNOTE CAMPAIGN:* You can also participate by joining our *nationwide letter-writing campaign*<http://youthbikesummit.org/youth-bike-summit-2014/keynote-campaign/> to ask Michelle, Malia, and Sasha Obama to be the Keynote speakers of the Youth Bike Summit. More than 650 postcards and letters have already been sent and hundreds more are on their way. Add your voice! If you'd like to send a letter to support this effort, it can be sent directly to: Michelle, Malia, and Sasha Obama The White House 1600 Pennsylvania Avenue, NW Washington, DC 20500 *FOR MORE INFORMATION:* Visit *www.youthbikesummit.org*<http://www.youthbikesummit.org/> You can also follow the Youth Bike Summit on *Facebook*<https://www.facebook.com/pages/Youth-Bike-Summit/230384430374509> and *Twitter <https://twitter.com/youthbikesummit>!* #YBS14 *FOR OUT OF TOWNERS:* All YBS participants are offered a discounted rate at Hostelling International. The promo code is YBS2014 and can be booked directly through *www.hinewyork.org* <http://www.hinewyork.org/>. The discounted rate gives the traveler an option for a $39 economy dorm, $42 standard dorm, or $44 for a premium dorm. These rates are all per person / per night. Thanks, Everyone! Please feel free to contact me with any questions. And thank you for helping to spread the word! Best, Pasqualina -- Youth Bike | Director *Youth Bike Summit @ The New School Feb 14-16, 2014* www.youthbikesummit.org | Facebook<https://www.facebook.com/pages/Youth-Bike-Summit/230384430374509> | Twitter <https://twitter.com/youthbikesummit> | #YBS14 *Youth Bike transforms our local communities and strengthens our national movement by empowering bicycle leaders.*

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Portland Gear Hub: Part Time Shop Manager Position
by Andy Greif 07 Jan '14

07 Jan '14

Hi Folks, The Community Bicycle Center recently partnered with Camp Ketcha to open an outdoor gear and bicycle thrift store in the YMCA of Southern Maine in Portland, Maine. The purpose of this auxiliary business is to generate revenue to support the mission activities of each organization. We need a Shop Manager and the job description is attached. Please pass this job description along to anyone you believe has the necessary skills and interest for supporting our respective missions through leading the development and growth of this store and gear rental library. Please direct them to Brooke Burkett with any of their questions (bburkett(a)campketcha.org). Thanks so much for your anticipated help. Take care, Andy Greif Andy Greif, Executive Director Mailing: P.O. Box 783, Biddeford, ME 04005 Shop: 284 Hill Street, Biddeford Shop Phone: 207-282-9700 Cell Phone: 207-229-8199 Website: www.communitybike.net <http://www.communitybike.net/> "Providing Opportunities for Youth to Grow"

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Bike!Bike! Monthly Meetings - Jan 5th @3pm PST - via google hangouts
by momoko saunders 03 Jan '14

03 Jan '14

Hi all, To keep conversations going post Bike!Bike! we are starting monthly online calls to discuss and work on various projects brought up at the conference. Our hope is to create proposals and present research at B!B! 2014. *Next Call: This Sunday! January 5th @3pm PST. The next will be February 2nd.* During this call, we plan to discuss pros and cons of organizing BB as a non-profit. A lot of opinions and questions were posed at the end of BB2013. Our hope is that people will feel inclined to listen in on this call and reopen that discussion. There is however a limited number of people who can be on the call. If you are keen to discuss these ideas further, we encourage you to join the working group via this link<https://groups.google.com/forum/#!forum/bikebike-working-group>. (The "working group" is a group of about 15 people who are committed to continuing BB conversations and assisting the hosting city in planning BB.) We have already had one conference call. *Previous Call on November 8th. Here are the meeting notes <https://docs.google.com/document/d/1GYFUxuk9XHLfe4GmwtNEm11nJlkAdfraqZXyNkE…>. * In brief, we discussed how decisions are made for BB, concluding that all decisions had to be reached at the conference itself. The working group is not a deciding group but rather a discussion group. We defined "sufficient communication" as emailing the thinktank, the attendees of BB, and messaging the Facebook Group. We discuss the website and the issues with bikecollectives.org . And we decided upon the agenda and time for the next meeting, the pros and cons of non-profit status for BB. Despite our dedication to publishing all meeting notes and proposals to the bike collective network as a whole, joining the working group is the best way to stay in the loop. Please email with any questions, -Working Group peoples.

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U locks
by Mark Friis 27 Dec '13

27 Dec '13

We were wondering if any one has had luck getting "U" locks donated in bulk or have a good source for buying them. We want to get people to start using them instead of the cheap Walmart stuff. Also, we are opening our third Co op and the city asked for a business plan. Does anyone have a generic one for a bike co op? Thanks Mark Friis Executive Director, Inland Empire Biking Alliance PO Box 9266 Redlands, CA 92375 909-800-4322 *mfriis(a)iebikingalliance.org*<https://mail.google.com/mail/u/0/mfriis@iebikingalliance.org> <http://goog_1035360530>WWW.IEBIKE.ORG

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Pricing structures for tools & space?
by Bob Giordano 19 Dec '13

19 Dec '13

We do free use of shop stands, tools, advice/help and basic parts. It keeps it so simple, and people almost always throw something in the donation jar. People can also take a BikeWell class, volunteer 4 hours, and then build a bike with our help, or pay $20 to skip the vol time. We then have a whole other batch of bikes that takes more time or more money. We also have a batch of bikes that are basically money only- we cannot exist on time nor outside help alone (nor do we want to). I realize this will not work for all shops, but we are able to raise good money with events, small grants and so on, as people really like that we exist and help people in the way described above. We revisit this 'philosophy' at least twice a year, and have arrived on this 'formula' after nearly 20 years of trying just about everything. That said, we are always wondering about this topic and how it relates to fairness, the current economic system and building bike culture. -- Bob Giordano Free Cycles Missoula Shop: 732 S. 1st St. West, 541.7284 10AM-6PM Mon-Sat Missoula Institute for Sustainable Transportation www.strans.org, mist(a)strans.org, 406-880-6834 Lauren Warbeck wrote: > Here at Our Community Bikes in Vancouver, we're wanting to change our pricing structure for use of our tools and space. I'm interested to hear > what pricing systems other shops are stoked on and why. I know this has been discussed many times before, but lets get real: I don't remember and > I > didn't save them. So here we are again! > At present, we have a three-tiered system: > $6 to use our tools with no help > $12 to use our tools with help > $18 you stand there looking on blankly while we do it for you. > It's a flat hourly rate, all day every day. No caps. > This system doesn't actually reflect how we charge. No one gets the $18 treatment, even if they ask for it. We don't have the staff to do it, and > its not really what we like to do anyway. More often that not, when a service user comes up to pay after using our tools, we ask them > approximately how much time they worked alone, and how much time they had > help, and agree on some combination of the $6 & $12 rate. Now, I love qualitative analysis as much as the next community bike shop employee, but > even I can appreciate that this leaves big gaps in terms of assessing appropriate payment, making the money that keeps us afloat, and makes our > payment system ultimately unclear to our service users. > How does your shop charge for tools and space? How did you arrive at that > system? Does it present any barriers to meeting your service users' needs > or reflecting your shop's values?

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Pricing structures for tools & space?
by Lauren Warbeck 19 Dec '13

19 Dec '13

Hey folks! Here at Our Community Bikes in Vancouver, we're wanting to change our pricing structure for use of our tools and space. I'm interested to hear what pricing systems other shops are stoked on and why. I know this has been discussed many times before, but lets get real: I don't remember and I didn't save them. So here we are again! At present, we have a three-tiered system: $6 to use our tools with no help $12 to use our tools with help $18 you stand there looking on blankly while we do it for you. It's a flat hourly rate, all day every day. No caps. This system doesn't actually reflect how we charge. No one gets the $18 treatment, even if they ask for it. We don't have the staff to do it, and its not really what we like to do anyway. More often that not, when a service user comes up to pay after using our tools, we ask them approximately how much time they worked alone, and how much time they had help, and agree on some combination of the $6 & $12 rate. Now, I love qualitative analysis as much as the next community bike shop employee, but even I can appreciate that this leaves big gaps in terms of assessing appropriate payment, making the money that keeps us afloat, and makes our payment system ultimately unclear to our service users. How does your shop charge for tools and space? How did you arrive at that system? Does it present any barriers to meeting your service users' needs or reflecting your shop's values? Thanks pals! Lauren @ OCB

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by justin pogge via Dropbox 18 Dec '13

18 Dec '13

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LeadsOnline experience
by Doug 15 Dec '13

15 Dec '13

Our local Police Dept has requested that we start logging the serial numbers of all bikes donated or dropped off after hours at our shop. LeadsOnline is a nation-wide database that law enforcement uses to track stolen property. I am very supportive of reducing bike theft, but I'm concerned about effectively training our volunteer staff on this new procedure. Can some of the other organizations share their experience with LeadsOnline or any best practices you have developed for streamlining the serial number logging process. Thanks, Doug Cutter Fort Collins Bike Co-op

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Re: [TheThinkTank] Thethinktank Digest, Vol 88, Issue 12
by mike r 09 Dec '13

09 Dec '13

Sorry, but I'm an engineer. Be careful in talking about CO vrs CO2. Both are in auto exhaust. CO is a component of air pollution. The EPE regulates CO at the tailpipe to around 3.4 to 4.4 g/mile, measured with the engine at an idle. Nearly all of the rest of the carbon going out the pipe is CO2. CO2 is the Greenhouse gas. When you burn gasoline or any hydrocarbon, almost all of the Carbon leaves as CO2, a small amount is CO, and a very small amount very small amount is HCO. All the carbon going into the fire comes back out as Carbon+something. There is a calculator at cotap.org for estimating CO2 based on MPG and miles driven. Good Luck ________________________________ From: "thethinktank-request(a)lists.bikecollectives.org" <thethinktank-request(a)lists.bikecollectives.org> To: thethinktank(a)lists.bikecollectives.org Sent: Monday, December 9, 2013 2:19 PM Subject: Thethinktank Digest, Vol 88, Issue 12 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. Measuring carbon emission reduction or car use reduction (La Bikery) 2. Re: Measuring carbon emission reduction or car use reduction (Martin, Eric Vance) 3. Re: Measuring carbon emission reduction or car use reduction (james bledsoe) 4. Re: Measuring carbon emission reduction or car use reduction (Martin, Eric Vance) ---------------------------------------------------------------------- Message: 1 Date: Mon, 9 Dec 2013 13:37:12 -0400 From: La Bikery <labikery(a)gmail.com> To: The Think Tank <Thethinktank(a)lists.bikecollectives.org> Subject: [TheThinkTank] Measuring carbon emission reduction or car use reduction Message-ID: <CAFanTAEQ6+JPodTU_fAw_dg4YnNSjJNtt28Kj5Qm7f54vkgGng(a)mail.gmail.com> Content-Type: text/plain; charset="iso-8859-1" Hello Friends, We are in the process of applying for a grant and want to make a case that we contribute to a reduction in CO2 emissions and reduction in car use. Does anyone have experience or ideas about how we might be able to measure our impact on that specific issue? Cheers, Amanda -- *Coop?rative La Bikery Co-operative * *Centre de v?lo communautaire /Community Bicycle Centre* *120 boul. Assomption blvd, Moncton NB* *Jeudis: 17 h ? 20 h/Thursdays pm-8pm* *Samedis 11 h ? 14 h/Saturdays 11am-2pm* www.labikery.ca

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Measuring carbon emission reduction or car use reduction
by La Bikery 09 Dec '13

09 Dec '13

Hello Friends, We are in the process of applying for a grant and want to make a case that we contribute to a reduction in CO2 emissions and reduction in car use. Does anyone have experience or ideas about how we might be able to measure our impact on that specific issue? Cheers, Amanda -- *Coopérative La Bikery Co-operative * *Centre de vélo communautaire /Community Bicycle Centre* *120 boul. Assomption blvd, Moncton NB* *Jeudis: 17 h à 20 h/Thursdays pm-8pm* *Samedis 11 h à 14 h/Saturdays 11am-2pm* www.labikery.ca

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Charging for Earn A Bike?
by Andrew Magill 09 Dec '13

09 Dec '13

We in MPLS are considering charging (on a sliding fee scale) between 0 - $100 dollars for our 4 week Earn A bike class. Typically, once students complete the bike, they receive a new helmet, new set of good blinky bike lights and can volunteer to earn a basic U lock. Also, we often use some new parts or Earn A Bikes like tubes, brake pads, cables and housing and in some cases tires (when we don't have a used one of the proper size in adequate condition). We also have 2 or more paid staff leading the class. So we want to cover some portion of those costs so that we can continue to provide the program... Also, we are finding that there are folks interested in building/ earning a bike that maybe could afford to buy one or to pay the amount listed above or more for a four week, twelve hour class. We don't necessarily want to tell these folks they are not eligibile for the class or create a separate build a bike class for non-low income students. We have a goal of building community and want to bring people together from different backgrounds and of different income levels etc. Our classes are one place this can happen. We will work things out for anyone who couldn't afford this by reducing the fee, allowing folks to volunteer rather than paying etc. We do have a volunteer program where folks can earn shop credit for parts and frames. Any thoughts or suggestions about using sliding fee scales or amounts that other programs/shops charge for build a bike or Earn a Bike classes? Much appreciated! BRRR, it's cold here. Andrew -- Andrew Magill Lead Trainer/Mechanic *SPOKES Bike Walk Connect* 1915 E. 22nd Street MPLS, MN 55406 *andrew(a)spokesconnect.org <andrew(a)spokesconnect.org>612-206-3028* *spokesconnect.org <http://spokesconnect.org/>facebook.com/SpokesConnect <http://facebook.com/SpokesConnect>* You can donate to SPOKES or SNG any time. Just Visit http://givemn.razoo.com/story/Seward-Neighborhood-Group

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Mechanic training curriculum
by Justin Pogge 08 Dec '13

08 Dec '13

At bike bike this year there was a great workshop on doing a mechanic training course. I cannot remember the shop that did the workshop but they offered up their curriculum to anyone who wanted it. They took everyone's email but the documents never got emailed out. Anyone have them? Out remember who did the workshop?

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Unsubscribe
by Dax Burgos 05 Dec '13

05 Dec '13

Please do it. Thanx Sent from my iPad

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Wiki Status?
by Matthew VanSlyke 03 Dec '13

03 Dec '13

Hello All, I know there have been issues with the Wiki these days and see that the problems still seem to persist. I have really found the site to be valuable so I'm therefore willing to put some time into getting it back up and running if possible. If anyone can provide me with some info on the nature of the issues (if known) and site admin please contact me off-list. Matt -- *Matt VanSlyke* *Utica Bike Rescue* *714 Washington Street, Utica, NY 13502* *315.525.9554* *matt(a)uticabikerescue.org <matt(a)uticabikerescue.org>* *www.uticabikerescue.org <http://www.uticabikerescue.org/>* *www.facebook.com/uticabikerescue <http://www.facebook.com/uticabikerescue>* *Learn. Earn. Ride.*

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Valet bike parking and public events
by Carl Voss 03 Dec '13

03 Dec '13

Hello, Thinkers Carl Voss here from the Des Moines Bicycle Collective. I know that some community bike projects have programs offering valet bike parking for public events, festivals, farmers markets, and the like. I'm a member of the city committee (city manager's office) updating/reviewing the Des Moines process for street-closure permits for public events. I've suggested we include some language that valet bike corrals be part of public events. I recall that in some cities, the event planners are required (or an the minimum, encouraged) to provide bike parking. I've read—perhaps here or elsewhere—that there are 30 San Francisco events that have valet bike services. If any of you have suggestions to pass along regarding street use/street closures/public events and permits: *Language suggesting or requiring valet bike services *If expected attendance is over a threshold (1,000 attendees?) must include valet bike corrals *Any other encouraging language. Zip me an e-mail directly or through The Think Tank. Carl Voss carlvoss(a)mac.com Mobile: 515-210-0237 Des Moines Bicycle Collective, Central Iowa's only nonprofit bike shop. Become a member today for $40. Use our secure donation form.

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Bicycle part vending machine
by Christopher Chan 03 Dec '13

03 Dec '13

Hola, Does anyone have any experience with bicycle part vending machines? e.g. http://www.bikefixtation.com/products/high-security-vending-machine.html Are they reliable? Useful? Thanks, Christopher Chan *Executive Director* Edmonton Bicycle Commuters' Society edmontonbikes.ca *BikeWorks North *• 9305 111 Ave • T5G 0A2 • 780-757-9100 *BikeWorks South *• 10047 80 Ave (rear lane) • T6E 1T4 • 780-433-2453 *Cell •* privatecellchan Edmonton, Alberta, Canada @edmontonbicycle <https://twitter.com/edmontonbicycle> facebook.com/EdmontonBicycleCommuters<https://www.facebook.com/EdmontonBicycleCommuters>

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Another Indiegogo Campaign
by The Bicycle Tree 01 Dec '13

01 Dec '13

For those interested, here is our Indiegogo campaign. We're using it in conjunction with other funding pursuits to get us the moolah to get ourselves established in a set location. Any comments are welcome. http://www.indiegogo.com/projects/the-bicycle-tree-putting-down-roots/x/550… Thank you, Paul Nagel The Bicycle Tree P.O. Box 11293 Santa Ana, CA 92711 http://www.thebicycletree.org info(a)thebicycletree.org

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Utica Bike Rescue is online...for real now
by Matt VanSlyke 22 Nov '13

22 Nov '13

ThinkTank: Just want to spread the word because we're super excited about our fresh, new website. No more FB-only for us and what a relief! Check us out at www.UticaBikeRescue.org. And PS - if you need web design work, the developer who did our site is very, very good and is a very community-minded guy. He gives a lot of personal attention to the sites he builds and hosts and offers really nice deals for non-profits. Check out their portfolio at www.nosheepdesigns.com -- *Matt VanSlyke* *Utica Bike Rescue* *714 Washington Street, Utica, NY 13502* *315.525.9554* *matt(a)uticabikerescue.org <matt(a)uticabikerescue.org>* *www.uticabikerescue.org <http://www.uticabikerescue.org/>* *www.facebook.com/uticabikerescue <http://www.facebook.com/uticabikerescue>* *Learn. Earn. Ride.*

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Re: [TheThinkTank] Bike Shop market analysis
by summitcyclingcenter＠yahoo.com 22 Nov '13

22 Nov '13

Hi According to Bicycle Retailer and Industry News, the average LBS grosses $700,000.00/yr. However, you have to dial it down to your local market. IMO, most community bike shops don't come close to competing on dollar volume. Look at your LBS(S), who are their customers? In our situation, we are in the inner city. There are no shops in this city. All are out in suburban communities. They are marketing to those with more disposable income. They sell recreation. We sell transportation and sustainable living. SCC is not in competition with our LBSs Sent from my HTC EVO Design™ 4G from Boost Mobile ----- Reply message ----- From: scott(a)gknightride.org To: <thethinktank(a)lists.bikecollectives.org> Subject: [TheThinkTank] Bike Shop market analysis Date: Fri, Nov 22, 2013 12:19 pm Hi all - I was wondering if anyone who has a bike co-op or non-profit/community shop looked at bike-related sales tax revenues before and through the existence of the shop, or done any market research to show that shops like these are market expanding, and do not necessarily compete with the local traditional for-profit shops. We have several opportunities to go after some economic advancement grants, and would love to show this. as well, we would love to use this data over the years to track local growth of cycling sales as one proxy for participation. Thanks! Scott ConlinBoardmemberBicycle LongmontLongmont, CO

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Bike Rodeo Kit
by Matt VanSlyke 20 Nov '13

20 Nov '13

ThinkTank: I am writing a grant to fund the purchase of a kit to set up and conduct bike rodeos community-wide. Can anyone point me in a good direction so that I can develop an itemized list of needed supplies and costs? I have a good idea of what we need but I want to include a very detailed budget with specific items included. I think I remember seeing some info on the Wiki but that's obviously an issue right now due to the malware situation. Anyone have a good source? Thanks, Matt -- *Matt VanSlyke* *Utica Bike Rescue* *714 Washington Street, Utica, NY 13502* *315.525.9554* *matt(a)uticabikerescue.org* *www.uticabikerescue.org* *www.facebook.com/uticabikerescue* *Learn. Earn. Ride.*

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Re: [TheThinkTank] Bike Winterizing Resources
by chris turner 18 Nov '13

18 Nov '13

Hi Sam, We've done lots of winter cycling clinics in the past, but haven't developed any resources that we can share. You're already planning on hitting a lot of what we've found to be the important stuff (studded tires, cleaning/lubing, how to dress). Do you plan on teaching folks to stud their own tires? That's always been popular, and it makes it easier for some folks to start riding through the winter. Wanda mentioned this already, but I want to second the importance of talking about winter routes. It's been my experience at that this has been the biggest barrier for folks that show up for winter clinics. Typically, these folks ride the rest of the year, but their normal routes are uncomfortable to ride (or are not ride-able) in the winter. It's really helpful to suggest some alternate routes for folks whose commute paths get much worse with the weather. Chris Turner Off the Chain Anchorage, AK

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POS for a Non-profit Bike Shop
by Σαμαν Χαριμπ 18 Nov '13

18 Nov '13

Hi Folks, I'm volunteering at a community bike shop in East Vancouver, BC, called Kickstand <https://www.facebook.com/Eastvan.Kickstand> . We are looking for a POS to use here. What POS are using and what do you suggest we should use? Did any of you attend the Bike!Bike! <https://www.bikebike.org/> conference workshop about different POS systems? Also is anyone using Erply<http://erply.com/windows-point-of-sale-pos-download/>? What do you think of that? Bike love from Vancouver, Saw-mon

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Articles of incorporation and bylaws
by Justin Pogge 18 Nov '13

18 Nov '13

after over 10 years of running without any sort of tax status or business license, Krank It Up Community Bicycle Project has decided to apply for 501(c)3 status. we run as a collective and we want to create bylaws that reflect that model. i know that some shops had there articles and bylaws posted on the bikecollective wiki site, but these documents seem currently unaccessible. would you be willing to email these documents to us to help us create our bylaws? thanks Justin oldfieldcycles(a)gmail.com -- www.oldfieldcycles.blogspot.com

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Legal Liability for Bikes Donated and then given out for free?
by mike r 15 Nov '13

15 Nov '13

Hello, I'm in NY the "litigation state" and am trying to get my former employer, a BIG Ten employer to organize a bike collection event at their local manufacturing facility. The company has DEEP pockets so they get concerned about the potential for liability in the event that a donated bike ends up injuring someone due to defects that existed when it was donated, or that occurred when it was repaired before it was given away. Let me know your experience with this, from legal prospective, please don't reply with complaints about the "system" as we all know the system s**ks! Thanks, Mike

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Bike Winterizing Resources
by Samuel 14 Nov '13

14 Nov '13

Hi folks, I'm trying to put together a riding in winter workshop at the Bike Library and was wondering if anyone knew of any resources I could draw on. Has anyone has success with this sort of thing in the past? Any thoughts on what sort of stuff should be covered? We're in Iowa, so I was planning on focusing on studded tires, fenders, cleaning and lubing regularly, and dressing for the weather. Any other ideas on stuff to cover? Thanks Sam, Iowa City Bike Library www.bikelibrary.org

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Call tomorrow: sales for community bike shops
by Mary Lauran Hall 12 Nov '13

12 Nov '13

Hi folks! Tomorrow we're hosting a call on community bike shop sales -- various shops' practices for using upcycled bikes as a revenue model, point of sale logistics, avoiding stepping on toes of local bike shops, eBay, and lots more. See below for deets. Three panelists will be on to discuss how sales work at their shops, then we'll have room for discussion. Hope you can join us! Mary Lauran *Sales for Community Bike Shops* *Wednesday, November 13, 2013* *2:00 PM to 3:00 PM eastern* *Register online here <http://www.peoplepoweredmovement.org/site/index.php/site/EventRegistration-…>* Selling new and reclaimed bike components and accessories is an important part of many community bike shops' models. On this call, leaders from community bike shop will talk in-depth about their shops' practices for sales, including point of sale software, permissions, and price policies. Panelists will include: - *Henry Dunbar*, Executive Director, Phoenix Bikes (Arlington, VA) - *Davey Davis*, Executive Director, Bicycle Collective (Salt Lake City) - *Karen Overton*, Executive Director, Recycle-A-Bicycle (NYC) [image: Register button]<http://www.peoplepoweredmovement.org/site/index.php/site/EventRegistration-…> -- Mary Lauran Hall Communications Manager Alliance for Biking & Walking mlhall(a)peoplepoweredmovement.org (202) 642 - 6617 P.O. Box 65150 Washington, DC 20035 www.peoplepoweredmovement.org Twitter <https://twitter.com/bikewalk> | Facebook<https://www.facebook.com/peoplepoweredmovement>| Instagram <http://instagram.com/bikewalk> | Flickr<http://www.flickr.com/photos/thunderheadalliance> *Win dollars for local transportation. Check out Advocacy Advance's new report on passing bicycle and pedestrian ballot measures. <http://www.peoplepoweredmovement.org/site/index.php/site/blog/4677/>*

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Re: [TheThinkTank] Legal Liability for Bikes Donated and then given out for free?
by Vernon Huffman 10 Nov '13

10 Nov '13

It is quite rare for a person to be injured because of the condition of a bicycle. Perhaps they'll have to ride slower or stop. Riding in traffic or over rough surfaces can be dangerous no matter what condition the bike is in. I'm not a lawyer, but I don't know of any case where a bike shop was successfully sued for damages from a bike accident. On Sunday, November 10, 2013 12:58 PM, "thethinktank-request(a)lists.bikecollectives.org" <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: Legal Liability for Bikes Donated and then given out for free? (james bledsoe) ---------------------------------------------------------------------- Message: 1 Date: Sun, 10 Nov 2013 12:01:42 -0800 (PST) From: james bledsoe <jamesbleds0e(a)yahoo.com> To: mike r <rozdol(a)yahoo.com>, The Think Tank <thethinktank(a)lists.bikecollectives.org> Subject: Re: [TheThinkTank] Legal Liability for Bikes Donated and then given out for free? Message-ID: <1384113702.52517.YahooMailNeo(a)web140803.mail.bf1.yahoo.com> Content-Type: text/plain; charset="iso-8859-1" Could the collection be done has effectively without the Big Ten guys? ? On Saturday, November 9, 2013 3:42 PM, mike r <rozdol(a)yahoo.com> wrote: Hello, I'm in NY the "litigation state" and am trying to get my former employer, a BIG Ten employer to organize a bike collection event at their local manufacturing facility. The company has DEEP pockets so they get concerned about the potential for liability in the event that a donated bike ends up injuring someone due to defects that existed when it was donated, or that occurred when it was repaired before it was given away. Let me know your experience with this, from legal prospective, please don't reply with complaints about the "system" as we all know the system s**ks! Thanks, Mike _______________________________________________ Thethinktank mailing list Thethinktank(a)lists.bikecollectives.org To unsubscribe, send a blank email to TheThinkTank-leave(a)bikecollectives.org To manage your subscription, plase visit: http://lists.bikecollectives.org/listinfo.cgi/thethinktank-bikecollectives.…

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english/spanish bike repair zine/book
by the holla 09 Nov '13

09 Nov '13

Hey all, I'm studying Spanish and heading south to work with Maya Pedal in January. Does anyone know of a book or zine that would be helpful for a native English speaker to learn Spanish vocabulary related to bike repair? thank you! Diana -- come disconnect the dots with me, poppet.

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Mission Statement Discussion on Loomio
by Darren Knox 06 Nov '13

06 Nov '13

Hey just a reminder y'all. We're having a discussion re: establishing a mission/values statement for bike!bike! If you're invested in the conference and the community bike shop world please participate in the conversation here: https://www.loomio.org/ discussions/7933 Here's what we have so far: The mission of B!B! is to foster growth and sustainability among community bicycle projects. B!B! provides a venue for community bike projects from around the world to network and “cross pollinate” to share ideas and tactics for (building a stronger and wider network of community bicycle projects). Since bike bike has no formal structure, this is entirely an "opt-in" consensus process (bike bike actually has no established decision making process so we're defaulting to consensus). Thus your input is INVALUABLE! Also, if you know of someone who might want to put in their 2c that isn't on FB or the Think Tank, please invite them to the discussion! Darren -- Volunteer Coordinator, Shop Coordinator www.therecyclery.org 7628 N. Paulina ▪ Chicago, IL 60626 ▪ 773.262.5900 *The Recyclery Collective seeks to build community through the restoration of donated and discarded bicycles.* Donate <http://www.therecyclery.org/donate> or volunteer!<http://www.therecyclery.org/volunteer>

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Re: [TheThinkTank] Thethinktank Digest, Vol 87, Issue 2
by jalaparoy＠gmail.com 05 Nov '13

05 Nov '13

Diana: There are excelente videos on YouTube from Spain from a store calles “Mamoth”, as well as a Google search which will give you lote of results. Roy “El Gringo Jalapeño” Pro-Ciclismo Xalapa México Enviado desde Correo de Windows De: thethinktank-request(a)lists.bikecollectives.org Enviado el: ‎martes‎, ‎5‎ de ‎noviembre‎ de ‎2013 ‎03‎:‎23‎ ‎p. m. Para: thethinktank(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. english/spanish bike repair zine/book (the holla) 2. Re: english/spanish bike repair zine/book (Angelo Coletta) 3. Re: english/spanish bike repair zine/book (Dax Burgos) ---------------------------------------------------------------------- Message: 1 Date: Mon, 4 Nov 2013 18:14:14 -0800 From: the holla <dholla(a)gmail.com> To: The Think Tank <thethinktank(a)lists.bikecollectives.org> Subject: [TheThinkTank] english/spanish bike repair zine/book Message-ID: <CACZnU=2Jwp0NwV5p9e=4=bkv3gdMGQvcbqCDb0nkg-RrjuS92g(a)mail.gmail.com> Content-Type: text/plain; charset="iso-8859-1" Hey all, I'm studying Spanish and heading south to work with Maya Pedal in January. Does anyone know of a book or zine that would be helpful for a native English speaker to learn Spanish vocabulary related to bike repair? thank you! Diana -- come disconnect the dots with me, poppet. -------------- next part -------------- An HTML attachment was scrubbed... URL: <http://lists.bikecollectives.org/pipermail/thethinktank-bikecollectives.org…> ------------------------------ Message: 2 Date: Tue, 5 Nov 2013 06:55:39 -0800 (PST) From: Angelo Coletta <summitcyclingcenter(a)yahoo.com> To: The Think Tank <thethinktank(a)lists.bikecollectives.org> Subject: Re: [TheThinkTank] english/spanish bike repair zine/book Message-ID: <1383663339.20343.YahooMailNeo(a)web124904.mail.ne1.yahoo.com> Content-Type: text/plain; charset="iso-8859-1" Ciao Diana I give you two sources:? bemi.free.fr/biciklo????? and?????? www,parktool.com/repair/readhowto.asp?id=152 ? BTW- Was that holla for help or hola for hello?? I confess to a pang of envy.? I have a thing for human powered machines.? It would be a lot of fun to read about your experiences.? Please keep me in your loop via blog, email, facebook, or other means. Regards Angelo L. Coletta ? On Monday, November 4, 2013 9:15 PM, the holla <dholla(a)gmail.com> wrote: Hey all, I'm studying Spanish and heading south to work with Maya Pedal in January. Does anyone know of a book or zine that would be helpful for a native English speaker to learn Spanish vocabulary related to bike repair? thank you! Diana -- come disconnect the dots with me, poppet. _______________________________________________ Thethinktank mailing list Thethinktank(a)lists.bikecollectives.org To unsubscribe, send a blank email to TheThinkTank-leave(a)bikecollectives.org To manage your subscription, plase visit: http://lists.bikecollectives.org/listinfo.cgi/thethinktank-bikecollectives.… -------------- next part -------------- An HTML attachment was scrubbed... URL: <http://lists.bikecollectives.org/pipermail/thethinktank-bikecollectives.org…> ------------------------------ Message: 3 Date: Tue, 5 Nov 2013 07:56:52 -0700 From: Dax Burgos <manager(a)communitycycles.org> To: The Think Tank <thethinktank(a)lists.bikecollectives.org> Subject: Re: [TheThinkTank] english/spanish bike repair zine/book Message-ID: <CAHnRhomVWiYCvMojbbK=ibsG_c+3UbqTDW0WAHWcLpgFjGiH=Q(a)mail.gmail.com> Content-Type: text/plain; charset="iso-8859-1" Sheldon brown website have English to Spanish translations for parts On Monday, November 4, 2013, the holla wrote: > Hey all, > > I'm studying Spanish and heading south to work with Maya Pedal in January. > Does anyone know of a book or zine that would be helpful for a native > English speaker to learn Spanish vocabulary related to bike repair? > > thank you! > Diana > > -- > come disconnect the dots with me, poppet. > -- Dax Burgos Community Cycles 2805 Wilderness Pl 720-565-6019 manager(a)communitycycles.org -------------- next part -------------- An HTML attachment was scrubbed... URL: <http://lists.bikecollectives.org/pipermail/thethinktank-bikecollectives.org…> ------------------------------ _______________________________________________ Thethinktank mailing list Thethinktank(a)lists.bikecollectives.org http://lists.bikecollectives.org/listinfo.cgi/thethinktank-bikecollectives.… End of Thethinktank Digest, Vol 87, Issue 2 *******************************************

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Re: [TheThinkTank] Fw: Thethinktank Digest, Vol 86, Issue 55
by Matt VanSlyke 01 Nov '13

01 Nov '13

Lots of good thoughts here Vernon, thanks for taking the time to spell them out so clearly. Suffice it to say that we have thought about most of what you mentioned. We've borrowed a kit from our local AAA office that has worked okay in the past. But we need something more complete. I completely agree with you about the strict obedience issue. And it's why I continue to resist the urge to go the LCI route. We've learned from experience that strict application of traffic laws, especially for our inner city refugee teens, can often inadvertently make them targets for violent behavior and bike theft. Sometimes it isn't a good idea to stay on the right-hand side of the road and come to a complete stop at an empty intersection, like if there's a group of 6 older teens standing there staring at you and your bike. But that's what happens if we go too far in teaching these kids the rules of the road without adding some common sense into the mix. What we need, IMO, is a different type of bike safety/skills approach when teaching kids, particularly refugee and inner-city teens. The last thing any of us wants to do is have a kid spend his/her time earning a bike only to have it get them beat up and have the bike stolen. On the issue of safety training for deer.....I think the jury is still out. -Matt On Thu, Oct 31, 2013 at 5:19 PM, Vernon Huffman <vernonhuffman(a)yahoo.com>wrote: > Please consider your goals and objectives carefully as you plan, Matt. We > use bike rodeos to encourage more people to ride, recognizing that more > cyclists on the streets make all of us safer. Thus our primary objective is > to give people confidence in their ability to ride safely. Promoting safe > practices is secondary. We make sure everybody who tries succeeds, > hopefully learning some skills in the process. Our bike rodeos are not > competitions, because we don't want anybody to lose, though we provide a > venue for those who want to display awesome skills. > > A fundamental skill worth focus is the ability to look back over the left > shoulder (right in UK) while maintaining a straight line. We also emphasize > riding slowly, by requiring those who finish the course too quickly to do > it again more slowly. We know it takes less skill to maneuver a bike > quickly. > > Very few materials are essential. Portable road stripes (or paint) and > cones can be handy for setting up the course. A double ended ramp might be > a nice touch. A printed certificate of completion and safety take-home are > valuable. Free lights, reflectors, pant clips, and safety vests are nice > handouts. Posters can communicate the importance of holding your line a > safe distance out from the door zone and other obstacles on the right side > of the road. Help participants to understand that cowering on the shoulder > is not a safe riding style and that more cyclists are hit on sidewalks than > on the street. > > There's a lot of controversy around helmets. Yes, they reduce skull > fractures from first impact if worn correctly, though they do nothing to > prevent concussion and slightly increase neck injury. The risk is that > telling people that bike riding is dangerous reduces the number of people > willing to cycle and thus makes cycling more dangerous. More people suffer > head injuries in automobiles than on bikes. Make them wear the damn > helmets. The main thing that will really improve safety is fewer cars. > > I also refuse to instruct cyclists to honor all laws or "drive their bike > like a car." Traffic rules are designed to protect all users of the road > from the threat of motor vehicles. Cyclists should understand the risks and > ride defensively, without threatening other cyclists or pedestrians. > Stopping at every stop sign merely increases vulnerability. Learn to > maneuver away from threats. Stop when necessary. Be prepared to ditch your > bike to the right if cut off; it could save your life. > > Since cyclists cannot be licensed, motorists should not expect them to > behave predictably. 75-90% of car-bike accidents are caused by the motorist > even if you expect bikes to comply with laws and none of them would happen > if there were no cars. China didn't have a universal traffic code before > 1955 because they didn't need regulations when everybody rode bikes. > Holland has become much safer as they transitioned from cars toward bikes. > Hold out for a car-free future! > > If cyclists learn to comply with their rules, will they then demand safety > training for deer? > > Thank you for working to make cycling safer for all of us. > > On Thursday, October 31, 2013 1:08 PM, > > ThinkTank: > I am writing a grant to fund the purchase of a kit to set up and conduct > bike rodeos community-wide. Can anyone point me in a good direction so that > I can develop an itemized list of needed supplies and costs? I have a good > idea of what we need but I want to include a very detailed budget with > specific items included. > > I think I remember seeing some info on the Wiki but that's obviously an > issue right now due to the malware situation. Anyone have a good source? > > Thanks, > Matt > > > -- > *Matt VanSlyke* > *Utica Bike Rescue* > *714 Washington Street, Utica, NY 13502* > *315.525.9554* > *matt(a)uticabikerescue.org* > *www.uticabikerescue.org* > *www.facebook.com/uticabikerescue* > *Learn. Earn. Ride.* >

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malware on bikecollectives.org?
by Tom Bulten 01 Nov '13

01 Nov '13

I'm getting a malware warning when I visit bikecollectives.org. Does anyone know the status of the site? http://www.google.com/safebrowsing/diagnostic?site=http://www.bikecollectiv… Tom Oakdale Neighbors 1260 Kalamazoo SE Grand Rapids, MI 49507 www.oakdaleneighbors.org 616-248-2848 "Like" Oakdale Neighbors on Facebook. Join our Facebook Group. Connect on Nextdoor.

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Re: [TheThinkTank] Anti-oppression policies?
by christopher＠holisticcycles.com 25 Oct '13

25 Oct '13

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Re: [TheThinkTank] Promo Stickers
by troy neiman 24 Oct '13

24 Oct '13

Like Josh said, we get our stickers, t-shirts, posters and anything printed from http://peacesupplies.org/. Dwight has been doing this for a long time and also has been on our board at BICAS for about 20 years. The vinal stickers are great and we have had bikes recycled through our shop for many generations now and many have generations of Peace supplies stickers on them. The reflective stickers are super visible and do not come off easy. I also like the clear back stickers. Even if you are not wanting to mass produce you can skim the huge selection of awesome art they have collected over the years at http://worldsbestbikestickers.com/. I cant say enough about what these folks have done for BICAS, Earthfirst, and countless other organizations and movements over the past couple of decades. Check it out. Troy Neiman BICAS Tucson AZ ----- Original Message ----- From: sheldon mains Sent: 10/23/13 07:32 PM To: The Think Tank Subject: Re: [TheThinkTank] Promo Stickers anyone else get what may bet the worst marketing email in history from "FLIR"--a consulting group .............. Sheldon Mains SPOKES Bike Walk Connect http://www.SpokesConnect.org http://www.fb.com/SpokesConnect On Tue, Oct 22, 2013 at 11:34 AM, Jesse Cooper < jessecooper0(a)gmail.com > wrote: Hey gang! Our Community Bikes has been getting our stickers done at Fleming Decal (http://www.flemingdecal.com/ ). We usually order vanilla die cut on 3m reflective but also nice reflective. Its cheaper if it's not die cut and just comes in a sheet. We're happy with them. Super durable . On 2013-10-21 9:19 PM, "Joshua Muir" < muirjoshua(a)gmail.com > wrote: If it hasn't been mentioned yet- don't forget Dwight in Tucson with Peace Supplies- he's been printing stickers and more for Bicas for many years and does great work. Josh On Mon, Oct 21, 2013 at 8:18 PM, the holla < dholla(a)gmail.com > wrote: Bike Punk http://www.bikepunk.com/ in Portland has ridiculously good quality stickers. It's all eco whatever so pricier, but since they're bikey you might be able to get a discount. Diana On Mon, Oct 21, 2013 at 4:58 AM, Andrew L < breathingplanet(a)gmail.com > wrote: We use sticker robot and have no complaints.... Ps: t-shirt plug! http://troybikerescue.org/shirts On Oct 21, 2013 7:33 AM, "mike.pattisall" < mike.pattisall(a)velocitycoop.org > wrote: We use Sticker You in Toronto. The colors on the solid back are more vibrant on dark color bikes than the clear back surface.http://stickeryou.com On Sun, Oct 20, 2013 at 10:49 PM, Ainsley Naylor < needleandthread(a)gmail.com > wrote: Bike Pirates has been trying to source a high quality sticker to put on our bikes that we build and also to use for general promotions (take a sticker! Put it on your agenda or a bathroom stall!). We ordered some from a company in Vancouver about 3 years ago and weren't completely satisfied with the quality. They were weatherproof but the clear laminate layer on top wasn't super durable and could be scratched off pretty easily. So we are looking for a different company, preferably in Canada. If anyone has any expereince or suggestions we'd love to hear feedback. We ran out of stickers last month and need to get moving on this. OCB in Vancouver has always had really fantastic stickers and I don't know where they get them from. Thanks, Ainsley (Bike Pirates, Toronto) _______________________________________________ Thethinktank mailing list Thethinktank(a)lists.bikecollectives.org To unsubscribe, send a blank email to TheThinkTank-leave(a)bikecollectives.org To manage your subscription, plase visit: http://lists.bikecollectives.org/listinfo.cgi/thethinktank-bikecollectives.… -- Mike Pattisall http://velocitycoop.org/ http://delrayretrocycle.blogspot.com/ _______________________________________________ Thethinktank mailing list Thethinktank(a)lists.bikecollectives.org To unsubscribe, send a blank email to TheThinkTank-leave(a)bikecollectives.org To manage your subscription, plase visit: http://lists.bikecollectives.org/listinfo.cgi/thethinktank-bikecollectives.… _______________________________________________ Thethinktank mailing list Thethinktank(a)lists.bikecollectives.org To unsubscribe, send a blank email to TheThinkTank-leave(a)bikecollectives.org To manage your subscription, plase visit: http://lists.bikecollectives.org/listinfo.cgi/thethinktank-bikecollectives.… --come disconnect the dots with me, poppet. _______________________________________________ Thethinktank mailing list Thethinktank(a)lists.bikecollectives.org To unsubscribe, send a blank email to TheThinkTank-leave(a)bikecollectives.org To manage your subscription, plase visit: http://lists.bikecollectives.org/listinfo.cgi/thethinktank-bikecollectives.… -- Joshua Muir muirjoshua(a)gmail.com Frances Cycles http://www.francescycles.com/ Handbuilt cycling framesets Touring, Track, Road,Cross, and Cargo 203 Cedar St Santa Cruz, CA (831) 469-3369 tel:%28831%29%20469-3369 The Bicycle Church Collective http://bikechurch.santacruzhub.org/ Community Self-Service Cycle Repair 3pm to 7pm everyday except Sunday 703 Pacific Ave (enter on Spruce St) Santa Cruz, CA 95060 (831) 425-2453 tel:%28831%29%20425-2453 _______________________________________________ Thethinktank mailing list Thethinktank(a)lists.bikecollectives.org To unsubscribe, send a blank email to TheThinkTank-leave(a)bikecollectives.org To manage your subscription, plase visit: http://lists.bikecollectives.org/listinfo.cgi/thethinktank-bikecollectives.… _______________________________________________ Thethinktank mailing list Thethinktank(a)lists.bikecollectives.org To unsubscribe, send a blank email to TheThinkTank-leave(a)bikecollectives.org To manage your subscription, plase visit: http://lists.bikecollectives.org/listinfo.cgi/thethinktank-bikecollectives.…

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Promo Stickers
by Ainsley Naylor 23 Oct '13

23 Oct '13

Bike Pirates has been trying to source a high quality sticker to put on our bikes that we build and also to use for general promotions (take a sticker! Put it on your agenda or a bathroom stall!). We ordered some from a company in Vancouver about 3 years ago and weren't completely satisfied with the quality. They were weatherproof but the clear laminate layer on top wasn't super durable and could be scratched off pretty easily. So we are looking for a different company, preferably in Canada. If anyone has any expereince or suggestions we'd love to hear feedback. We ran out of stickers last month and need to get moving on this. OCB in Vancouver has always had really fantastic stickers and I don't know where they get them from. Thanks, Ainsley (Bike Pirates, Toronto)

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Re: [TheThinkTank] Thethinktank Digest, Vol 86, Issue 42
by mike r 21 Oct '13

21 Oct '13

Document Storage: An important thing to consider when storing documents is to maintain a document register so folks will know that they are viewing the most current revision of the document. This may be difficult to do in the various systems of storage and therefore the organization may want to also post a document that lists all of their posted document, and list the most current revision of each. Also each document should have a revision status included in it, and updated when the document changes. Cheers, Mike the bike guy, Troy Bike Rescue On Monday, October 21, 2013 1:23 AM, "thethinktank-request(a)lists.bikecollectives.org" <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: Organizing Documents Electronically? (Vincenzo loco) 2. Promo Stickers (Ainsley Naylor) 3. Re: Organizing Documents Electronically? (james bledsoe) ---------------------------------------------------------------------- Message: 1 Date: Sun, 20 Oct 2013 13:58:28 -0700 From: Vincenzo loco <wormsign(a)gmail.com> To: The Think Tank <thethinktank(a)lists.bikecollectives.org> Subject: Re: [TheThinkTank] Organizing Documents Electronically? Message-ID: <CABN3bQYXT0s6Oj9QNkWFio2+usXbWBmTifFjWr-XmwLKFi8B2g(a)mail.gmail.com> Content-Type: text/plain; charset="iso-8859-1" won't speak to any particular process being the best, bikerowave is transitioning to google docs, we have data entry parties and things go a lot faster than you would think when 30 people are working through a stack. On Sat, Oct 19, 2013 at 1:45 PM, momoko saunders <analyst(a)bikefarm.org>wrote: > *twinkle fingers* Dropbox. > > If you want some help, I don't mind having a long phone call with you as > tech support. > > -m > > > On Saturday, October 19, 2013, wrote: > >> I don't know the specifics of how google docs handles syncing but Dropbox >> is pretty nice for making docs available from any web browser (you'd need a >> password to get to it; it's not like your stuff would be publicly >> accessible) and syncing between computers. >> >> In a nutshell: >> 1. You create an account (free or pay for upgrades). >> 2. Jump through a few hoops to increase the free storage space. (Like >> them on Facebook, install the software, tweet about them, get a friend to >> sign up, several other relatively pain free hoops.) >> 3. Install the software in your computer and assigns shared folder. >> Invite other users(that warehouse computer, other shop employees, etc) and >> now that folder lives online but can be accessed by anyone who's been >> shared. >> 4. Anything you drop into the dropbox folder from THIS computer will be >> available in the same folder on THAT computer. >> 5. You can also generate download links for specific files, so that you >> could post a link to download a blank liability waiver, for example, >> without having to give access to the entire folder of shared stuff. >> >> I can't/won't speak to the actual process of making the merge from a 20 >> year old mishmash into a streamlined setup, but I will urge you to remember >> that it's taken 20 years to get to this point. It's probably not going to >> be a single weekend project getting it all sorted. >> Slow and steady winds the race. >> >> josh. >> >> >> On Saturday, October 19, 2013, allison karow wrote: >> >>> Hi all, >>> >>> it's been a while since I posted to this list, I'm subscribing from a >>> different email address now but it's me, sunny! from vancouver / OCB, >>> formerly from phoenix / Bike Saviours. >>> >>> I have a question about making the switch from paper to electronic >>> documents. OCB has been around for 20 years, and we have a huge mish mash >>> of different systems for organizing our documents. The main three are: 1) a >>> huge pile of filing cabinets, 2) the hard drive on our computer (which >>> often doesnt match what's on the hard drive of our OTHER computer at our >>> warehouse), and 3) google docs, which does not match what's on either hard >>> drive and has to be constantly updated to reflect our ever-changing >>> policies, lists, minutes, etc. >>> >>> Basically, it's terribly confusing and nobody ever knows where to find >>> anything without asking the one or two people who have been with us the >>> longest. We need to use something that is stable and long-term. I'm >>> thinking google docs might still be the best thing, but I thought I'd fish >>> on here first. >>> >>> What I'm looking for is an online-system that can be synched up with our >>> hard drive (for back-up purposes), which can be accessed from any computer >>> and which can be categorized clearly and easily. I would like there to be a >>> section for every staff member's ongoing to-do lists, a section for meeting >>> minutes to be filed, a section for policy documents, etc. I would also like >>> to have a section for forms (such as conflict or incident reports) that can >>> be filled out as needed and filed online as well. >>> >>> Does anyone currently have a system that they like using for this? Any >>> input is appreciated. >>> >>> sunny >>> >> > _______________________________________________ > Thethinktank mailing list > Thethinktank(a)lists.bikecollectives.org > To unsubscribe, send a blank email to > TheThinkTank-leave(a)bikecollectives.org > To manage your subscription, plase visit: > > http://lists.bikecollectives.org/listinfo.cgi/thethinktank-bikecollectives.… > >

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Re: [TheThinkTank] Thethinktank Digest, Vol 86, Issue 37
by David Warner 21 Oct '13

21 Oct '13

Please remove me from this wiki. thanks -----Original Message----- From: thethinktank-bounces(a)lists.bikecollectives.org [mailto:thethinktank-bounces@lists.bikecollectives.org] On Behalf Of thethinktank-request(a)lists.bikecollectives.org Sent: Saturday, October 19, 2013 12:04 PM To: thethinktank(a)lists.bikecollectives.org Subject: Thethinktank Digest, Vol 86, Issue 37 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: Donations from Businesses (wormsign(a)gmail.com) 2. Re: Donations from Businesses (Martin, Eric Vance) ---------------------------------------------------------------------- Message: 1 Date: Sat, 19 Oct 2013 08:12:39 -0700 From: wormsign(a)gmail.com To: Angelo Coletta <summitcyclingcenter(a)yahoo.com>, The Think Tank <thethinktank(a)lists.bikecollectives.org> Subject: Re: [TheThinkTank] Donations from Businesses Message-ID: <7E72EDE0-81A9-4632-BE82-7C83400AB546(a)gmail.com> Content-Type: text/plain; charset="us-ascii" If you are a non profit you give them a receipt, they fill it in with what they think it's worth. If the IRS thinks they lied or overvalued stuff it's on them. It's good for them to have a detailed inventory and be to be modest I they need to defend the number they came up with. Enzo Loconte Board Secretary Bikerowave On Oct 18, 2013, at 4:45 PM, Angelo Coletta <summitcyclingcenter(a)yahoo.com> wrote: > I have the viewpoint that if an entity is NOT tax exempt (501c3), > donations are treated as income by the non-profit and the donor can > not deduct the value on their tax return. When donations are sold, > then the question is was it sold for market value, below or above? A > non profit can have taxable income if they do indeed have a real > profit. Even those who have tax exempt status can be taxed for > UBIT(Unrelated Business Income Tax), if they sell things that are > "unrelated" to their mission. Angelo > > > On Thursday, October 10, 2013 3:47 PM, Matthew VanSlyke <vanslyke.matthew(a)gmail.com> wrote: > Seems that the lesson learned here is....ask a pro when it comes to taxes. > Thanks All. > -Matt > > > On Thu, Oct 10, 2013 at 3:38 PM, Lesa Franz <gadget_teer(a)yahoo.com> wrote: > they need to talk with there tax accountant > > Lesa Franz > Coatesville Community Bike Works > > Sent from my iPad > > On Oct 10, 2013, at 3:25 PM, Steven Bradley <stevencbradley(a)gmail.com> wrote: > >> I'm not a CPA, Matt, but I'm pretty certain they can take actual value for their donations. Suggest an appraisal or other 3rd party valuation, though. >> >> Sent from my iPhone >> >> On Oct 10, 2013, at 8:55 AM, Matt VanSlyke <matt(a)uticabikerescue.org> wrote: >> >>> ThinkTank, >>> I have been trying to research this and I'm not really finding a complete answer. Perhaps some of you have personal experience/knowledge that can help. There is a bike shop in my City that has a stockpile of used bikes in a warehouse and they've expressed some interest in donating them to our community bike shop. Does anyone know specifically what the tax advantages are for the business that donates? I know how it works for individuals but I don't know how it works for a business. >>> >>> Does anyone have epxerience with this? >>> >>> Thanks, >>> Matt >>> >>> -- >>> Matt VanSlyke >>> Utica Bike Rescue >>> 714 Washington Street, Utica, NY 13502 >>> 315.525.9554 >>> matt(a)uticabikerescue.org >>> http://www.uticabikerescue.org/ >>> www.facebook.com/uticabikerescue >>> Learn. Earn. Ride. >>> _______________________________________________ >>> Thethinktank mailing list >>> Thethinktank(a)lists.bikecollectives.org >>> To unsubscribe, send a blank email to >>> TheThinkTank-leave(a)bikecollectives.org >>> To manage your subscription, plase visit: >>> http://lists.bikecollectives.org/listinfo.cgi/thethinktank-bikecolle >>> ctives.org >> _______________________________________________ >> Thethinktank mailing list >> Thethinktank(a)lists.bikecollectives.org >> To unsubscribe, send a blank email to >> TheThinkTank-leave(a)bikecollectives.org >> To manage your subscription, plase visit: >> http://lists.bikecollectives.org/listinfo.cgi/thethinktank-bikecollec >> tives.org > > _______________________________________________ > Thethinktank mailing list > Thethinktank(a)lists.bikecollectives.org > To unsubscribe, send a blank email to > TheThinkTank-leave(a)bikecollectives.org > To manage your subscription, plase visit: > http://lists.bikecollectives.org/listinfo.cgi/thethinktank-bikecollect > ives.org > > > > _______________________________________________ > Thethinktank mailing list > Thethinktank(a)lists.bikecollectives.org > To unsubscribe, send a blank email to > TheThinkTank-leave(a)bikecollectives.org > To manage your subscription, plase visit: > http://lists.bikecollectives.org/listinfo.cgi/thethinktank-bikecollect > ives.org > > > _______________________________________________ > Thethinktank mailing list > Thethinktank(a)lists.bikecollectives.org > To unsubscribe, send a blank email to > TheThinkTank-leave(a)bikecollectives.org > To manage your subscription, plase visit: > http://lists.bikecollectives.org/listinfo.cgi/thethinktank-bikecollect > ives.org

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Organizing Documents Electronically?
by allison karow 20 Oct '13

20 Oct '13

Hi all, it's been a while since I posted to this list, I'm subscribing from a different email address now but it's me, sunny! from vancouver / OCB, formerly from phoenix / Bike Saviours. I have a question about making the switch from paper to electronic documents. OCB has been around for 20 years, and we have a huge mish mash of different systems for organizing our documents. The main three are: 1) a huge pile of filing cabinets, 2) the hard drive on our computer (which often doesnt match what's on the hard drive of our OTHER computer at our warehouse), and 3) google docs, which does not match what's on either hard drive and has to be constantly updated to reflect our ever-changing policies, lists, minutes, etc. Basically, it's terribly confusing and nobody ever knows where to find anything without asking the one or two people who have been with us the longest. We need to use something that is stable and long-term. I'm thinking google docs might still be the best thing, but I thought I'd fish on here first. What I'm looking for is an online-system that can be synched up with our hard drive (for back-up purposes), which can be accessed from any computer and which can be categorized clearly and easily. I would like there to be a section for every staff member's ongoing to-do lists, a section for meeting minutes to be filed, a section for policy documents, etc. I would also like to have a section for forms (such as conflict or incident reports) that can be filled out as needed and filed online as well. Does anyone currently have a system that they like using for this? Any input is appreciated. sunny

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Donations from Businesses
by Matt VanSlyke 19 Oct '13

19 Oct '13

ThinkTank, I have been trying to research this and I'm not really finding a complete answer. Perhaps some of you have personal experience/knowledge that can help. There is a bike shop in my City that has a stockpile of used bikes in a warehouse and they've expressed some interest in donating them to our community bike shop. Does anyone know specifically what the tax advantages are for the business that donates? I know how it works for individuals but I don't know how it works for a business. Does anyone have epxerience with this? Thanks, Matt -- *Matt VanSlyke* *Utica Bike Rescue* *714 Washington Street, Utica, NY 13502* *315.525.9554* *matt(a)uticabikerescue.org* *www.uticabikerescue.org* *www.facebook.com/uticabikerescue* *Learn. Earn. Ride.*

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Bike!Bike! open discussion of Non-Profit Status
by momoko saunders 18 Oct '13

18 Oct '13

Dear Bike!Bike attendees and community bike project peoples! For 10 years, BB has been an entity without formal structure or organization. In many ways, this is part of what makes BB amazing. At the same time, BB is changing; the bike movement gains momentum; and the members and needs of community bike projects grow and shift. Over the past couple of years, members of the Bike!Bike! community have begun discussing the pros and cons of creating a non-profit entity to better support the mission and logistical feasibility of Bike!Bike! This discussion developed through open conversation during Bike!Bike! itself, and has continued remotely through the Bike!Bike! Working Group, an informal network of individuals committed to continuing this discussion between conferences. The goal of this work is not to graft a structure of authority onto the collective phenomenon of Bike!Bike!; rather, we want to work cooperatively toward developing a simple legal framework and shared toolkit that will make Bike!Bike! easier to attend, host, and replicate. Folks interested in contributing to this work are always encouraged to participate. *** In an effort to be transparent. I suggest we discuss this topic using the open source tool, Loomio.org <https://www.loomio.org/discussions/7933> . It is a software that came out of the occupy movement in New Zealand. It is built to help large groups with consensus discussion and decisions. It does mean another login and website :-( but I think it will be worth it. We will write monthly emails to the Thinktank and BikeBike Facebook page to invite people to review or join the discussion. Other options include google groups or a facebook group. Do other people have suggestions about technological tools that will help facilitate this conversation? What do you all think? -momoko

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We're FLYING Forward over here....
by Matthew VanSlyke 18 Oct '13

18 Oct '13

Helloooooo ThinkTank'ers We are going flat out here in Utica and have made some real progress establishing Utica Bike Rescue....and we're totally pumped! We've got a permanent space, we're taking in donations of parts, bikes, cash, we have a few small contracts in the works to deliver maintenance/commuting/safety workshops on the college campuses here, we've got some grant apps in that we're hoping come through in the next few months and we are going to be surprising some very, very worthy kids and teenagers with "new-to-you" bikes this holiday season. Lots of other behind the scenes stuff is going on too but no one wants to know our EIN number or read our bylaws I'm sure. I want to take a minute to sincerely thank all of you who are on this listserv who have provided advice, resources and even bikes that we've turned around and redistributed (BIG thanks to TBR!!). We have good local resources that have really helped in establishing the organization and shop. But connecting with those of you I met in Long Beach last year and continuing to share ideas has been so, so helpful (another HUGE thank you to former SLC Collective staffer Johnathan Morrison!). I updated our organization info on the Bike!Bike! website 'Organizations' page: https://www.bikebike.org/organizations/UticaBikeRescue_%28Utica%29. Our website will be up and running in the next month or so. For now, please find us and Like us on Facebook -www.facebook.com/UticaBikeRescue Lots more good stuff to come from the heart of upstate!

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Bike Collective Wiki Site
by Ron Kellis 18 Oct '13

18 Oct '13

Is anyone on this list involved with the http://www.bikecollectives.org/wiki/index.php?title=Main_Page ? I'd like to propose the changes below but the member discussion page I posted on isn't generating a response. I hate to just start making a lot of duplicate posts in the blind. I suggest "Maintenance Classes" for patrons be added to Common Activities as it is different than "Mechanical Training." I've posted a draft outline of the VéloCity Bicycle Cooperative basic maintenance class under "Teaching Resources" but that is a sub-topic to "Earn-a-bike." Maintenance Classes for the general public are often offered by coops and on the list there has been some discussion of volunteer mechanical training. To me, a volunteer should know at a minimum what is taught in a basic maintenance class so they do tie together. I think a page for "Volunteer Training" might have value too. And change "Mechanical Training" to "Open Source Mechanic Training" Thanks for considering my suggestions. Ron

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We're FLYING Forward over here....
by Matthew VanSlyke 18 Oct '13

18 Oct '13

Helloooooo ThinkTank'ers: We are going flat out here in Utica and have made some real progress establishing Utica Bike Rescue....and we're totally pumped! We've got a permanent space, we're taking in donations of parts, bikes, cash, we have a few small contracts in the works to deliver maintenance/commuting/safety workshops on the college campuses here, we've got some grant apps in that we're hoping come through in the next few months and we are going to be surprising some very, very worthy kids and teenagers with "new-to-you" bikes this holiday season. Lots of other behind the scenes stuff is going on too but no one wants to know our EIN number or read our bylaws I'm sure. I want to take a minute to sincerely thank all of you who are on this listserv who have provided advice, resources and even bikes that we've turned around and redistributed (BIG thanks to TBR!!). We have good local resources that have really helped in establishing the organization and shop. But connecting with those of you I met in Long Beach last year and continuing to share ideas has been so, so helpful (another HUGE thank you to former SLC Collective staffer Johnathan Morrison!). I updated our organization info on the Bike!Bike! website 'Organizations' page: https://www.bikebike.org/organizations/UticaBikeRescue_%28Utica%29. Our website will be up and running in the next month or so. For now, please find us and Like us on Facebook -www.facebook.com/UticaBikeRescue Lots more good stuff to come from the heart of upstate! -Matt -- *Matt VanSlyke* *Utica Bike Rescue* *714 Washington Street, Utica, NY 13502* *315.525.9554* *matt(a)uticabikerescue.org* *www.uticabikerescue.org* *www.facebook.com/uticabikerescue* *Learn. Earn. Ride.*

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We're FLYING Forward over here....
by Matt VanSlyke 18 Oct '13

18 Oct '13

Helloooooo ThinkTank'ers We are going flat out here in Utica and have made some real progress establishing Utica Bike Rescue....and we're totally pumped! We've got a permanent space, we're taking in donations of parts, bikes, cash, we have a few small contracts in the works to deliver maintenance/commuting/safety workshops on the college campuses here, we've got some grant apps in that we're hoping come through in the next few months and we are going to be surprising some very, very worthy kids and teenagers with "new-to-you" bikes this holiday season. Lots of other behind the scenes stuff is going on too but no one wants to know our EIN number or read our bylaws I'm sure. I want to take a minute to sincerely thank all of you who are on this listserv who have provided advice, resources and even bikes that we've turned around and redistributed (BIG thanks to TBR!!). We have good local resources that have really helped in establishing the organization and shop. But connecting with those of you I met in Long Beach last year and continuing to share ideas has been so, so helpful (another HUGE thank you to former SLC Collective staffer Johnathan Morrison!). I updated our organization info on the Bike!Bike! website 'Organizations' page: https://www.bikebike.org/organizations/UticaBikeRescue_%28Utica%29. Our website will be up and running in the next month or so. For now, please find us and Like us on Facebook - www.facebook.com/UticaBikeRescue Lots more good stuff to come from the heart of upstate! -- *Matt VanSlyke* *Utica Bike Rescue* *714 Washington Street, Utica, NY 13502* *315.525.9554* *matt(a)uticabikerescue.org* *www.uticabikerescue.org* *www.facebook.com/uticabikerescue* *Learn. Earn. Ride.*

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Hand Drawn Diagrams of blown out bike parts
by momoko saunders 17 Oct '13

17 Oct '13

Hi, Can people please send me any PDFs or pictures of the hand drawn diagrams they have in their shops. I've had a lot of people ask me for these. If you don't have a pdf, just snap a photo with your phone! Email the pictures to merely32been(a)photos.flickr.com We can all see the diagrams here http://www.flickr.com/photos/93412361@N07/with/8494632542/ Thanks!! -momoko

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Anti-oppression policies?
by Samuel 17 Oct '13

17 Oct '13

Hi folks, I got our steering committee to agree to developing a written and posted anti-discrimination/anti-oppression policy (thought we had one but turns out not). Now I have to write one. Does anyone have an example from their collective they could share? Thanks Sam, Iowa City Bike Library

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Cycles for Change (St. Paul, MN) Hiring
by Jason Tanzman 16 Oct '13

16 Oct '13

Cycles for Change <http://www.cyclesforchange.org> (C4C) is a non-profit community bike shop working to educate and empower people to use bicycles as transportation. C4C offers a variety of free programs including Open Shop, Women's and Trans Night, Earn-a-Bike, and a Youth Apprenticeship. C4C is hiring a Shop and Programs Director - to learn more and consider applying, view the job description and application instructions here<http://www.minnesotanonprofits.org/job-details?id=72893>. This is a full-time, salaried position offering paid vacation and a health insurance stipend. This position is one of three staff co-Directors who share responsibility and decision-making authority over all shop/organizational operations and program strategy. Feel free to email me with any questions - but consider applying if you're interested in working for a grassroots, growing, community-connected bike non-profit! Women and people of color are strongly encouraged to apply. Jason -- Development and Communications Director 612-232-2737 (cell) 651-222-2080 (shop) www.cyclesforchange.org The mission of Cycles for Change is to be an open, accessible space to educate and empower people to use bicycles as transportation, helping to build a sustainable environment and community. Volunteer with us to help build a bicycling movement in the Twin Cities!

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Re: [TheThinkTank] Questionable customers
by Vernon Huffman 16 Oct '13

16 Oct '13

I believe we're in agreement, Joanne. Bicycles are a great tool for recovery. They save money and provide exercise. ________________________________ From: Joanne Mule Cash will always be a scarce resource, if one can learn a skill such as building a bike, it makes better use of the non-cash resources. We all have it tough in a tough economy. Even a drug addict can learn to use that skill and make the best of it. Addiction is a difficult habit to break. But outright stealing shows that they have no skill whatsoever nor any desire to right the wrong. Everyone has it rough from time to time. It is what we do during those times that can make us stronger. ________________________________ From: vernon huffman First off, we need to recognize that none of us is perfect and each of us has the capacity to do something worthwhile, even if life has been especially rough so far. I'm not here to judge anybody. If you're nice to me and help build the organization, we can work together. Then again, I'm a volunteer. I don't owe you anything. If you want help getting your ride together, you'd better be respectful to everybody around here. We want everybody to learn to fix bikes and apply that knowledge toward putting more bikes onto the streets. If you want to join in that effort, there's always room, but if you've got a bigger problem to deal with, go do that first.

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fiscal sponsorship
by Emily Strong 16 Oct '13

16 Oct '13

Hi everyone! I was wondering, do any of your projects have experience with fiscal sponsorship, either being a sponsor or seeking out sponsorship? I'm involved with a social ride group as well as a nonprofit community bike shop, and am looking into pursuing an arrangement where the ride group is sponsored by the bike shop. I'm hoping to write a grant to fund a program coordinator position that could then be shared between the shop and the ride group. Has anyone navigated anything similar to this before? I really appreciate any help/guidance you could give me! Thanks! Emily

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One Street's simple shift lever: a game-changer for bike collectives?
by David Eyer Davis 15 Oct '13

15 Oct '13

Brilliant, simple. Any thoughts or limitations? I think we've talked about this before, but it's on kickstarter right now... http://www.kickstarter.com/projects/604592896/bike-shift-lever-for-anybody-… -- David Eyer Davis Executive Director Bicycle Collective c: 801-230-6308 www.bicyclecollective.org The mission of the Bicycle Collective is to promote cycling as an effective and sustainable form of transportation and as a cornerstone of a cleaner, healthier, and safer society. The Collective provides refurbished bicycles and educational programs to the community, focusing on children and lower income households.

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Re: [TheThinkTank] Questionable customers
by christopher＠holisticcycles.com 15 Oct '13

15 Oct '13

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Re: [TheThinkTank] Questionable customers
by Vernon Huffman 14 Oct '13

14 Oct '13

First off, we need to recognize that none of us is perfect and each of us has the capacity to do something worthwhile, even if life has been especially rough so far. I'm not here to judge anybody. If you're nice to me and help build the organization, we can work together. Then again, I'm a volunteer. I don't owe you anything. If you want help getting your ride together, you'd better be respectful to everybody around here. We want everybody to learn to fix bikes and apply that knowledge toward putting more bikes onto the streets. If you want to join in that effort, there's always room, but if you've got a bigger problem to deal with, go do that first.

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Questionable customers
by Mark Friis 14 Oct '13

14 Oct '13

Have an uncomfortable question to ask. How does a shop deal with some of the more questionable customer? By questionable I mean the type of people that are volunteering to earn a bike for the purpose of selling it or using it to get a "fix". The reason I ask, is we had one of volunteers bikes stolen from inside the shop with people there. Didn't care if was caught, yet somehow no one saw him. Lately we have been having a lot of addicts and such coming by looking to get a bike but have little money so we offer them up a cheap Walmart type bike. It was a great way to get rid of the garbage. But now we find that we might be catering to them too much at a cost to those that want to use the shop for what it was intended to be, a place to teach bike mechanics. Any thoughts? Thanks Mark Friis Executive Director, Inland Empire Biking Alliance PO Box 9266 Redlands, CA 92375 909-800-4322 *mfriis(a)iebikingalliance.org*<https://mail.google.com/mail/u/0/mfriis@iebikingalliance.org> ** WWW.IEBIKE.ORG <https://mail.google.com/mail/u/0/WWW.IEBIKE.ORG>

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How is your shop using online video?
by director 13 Oct '13

13 Oct '13

Hey All, We've been talking about making more videos of our work at Community Cycles this winter. We've done a couple of videos in the past but they've been piecemeal and disjointed. How is your shop using video? What are your goals with video? What service are you using to host your videos; Youtube? Vimeo? Something Else? Why did you choose the service you're using. Here is our Youtube channel http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=3Z9zYl_yqTw Please share your videos. -- Ride On! Rich Points http://communitycycles.org Executive Director (c)303-589-0597 (w)720-565-6019 Community Cycles is Boulder's only bike shop dedicated to bike commuting. Find us on facebook <https://www.facebook.com/CommunityCycles> Subscribe to our monthly e-news <http://eepurl.com/i7SLv>

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Community Cycles is hiring for Earn-A-Bike
by director 11 Oct '13

11 Oct '13

Hey All, We're hiring an Earn-A-Bike instructor at Community Cycles. http://tinyurl.com/kq7ba2c -- Ride On! Rich Points http://communitycycles.org Executive Director (c)303-589-0597 (w)720-565-6019 Community Cycles is Boulder's only bike shop dedicated to bike commuting. Find us on facebook <https://www.facebook.com/CommunityCycles> Subscribe to our monthly e-news <http://eepurl.com/i7SLv>

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Hand Washing with Boraxo
by director 11 Oct '13

11 Oct '13

Hey All, We've used various hand soaps over the years like GoJo, Goop, Zep and others. Some of those have pumice in them which periodically clogged our drain. We started using Boraxo earlier this year and it's been a great solution. It's cheaper, lasts longer and seems to work better than anything we've tried before it. We bought a case of it and it looks like it'll last us a couple of years. You can pick up a case of it from Uline. http://www.uline.com/Product/Detail/S-16028/Hand-Soaps/Boraxo-Original-Powd… -- Ride On! Rich Points http://communitycycles.org Executive Director (c)303-589-0597 (w)720-565-6019 Community Cycles is Boulder's only bike shop dedicated to bike commuting. Find us on facebook <https://www.facebook.com/CommunityCycles> Subscribe to our monthly e-news <http://eepurl.com/i7SLv>

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Job Announcement - Executive Director; Walk/Bike Nashville
by Adams Carroll 11 Oct '13

11 Oct '13

Hey all, hope one of you all is interested in moving to Nashville to lead our local advocacy organization! Details below: ----------------- Walk/Bike Nashville, a 501(c)3 with a mission to make the Nashville area more walkable, bikeable, and liveable, seeks a leader with strong organization-building skills and a background in management. As the figurehead and key spokesperson for the organization, the Executive Director is charged with developing and maintaining relationships with donors and stakeholders. She or he must be skilled in effective communications, consensus building, and community outreach. Together with the Program Manager, the Executive Director will coordinate activities supported by current grant funding and develop additional revenue sources to support expansion and programming. Reporting to and working with the Board of Directors, the Executive Director will implement and update the long-term strategic plan for the organization. Responsibilities include the daily operations, financial health of the organization, staff management, advocacy, and image. The successful candidate will have the experience to lead the organization to meet and exceed its goals. Walk/Bike Nashville is committed to workplace diversity and inclusion. We are an equal opportunity employer and do not discriminate on the basis of race, ethnicity, age, religion, gender, marital status, sexual orientation, disability, veteran status, political orientation or any other characteristic protected by federal state or local law. *Position Responsibilities:* - Collaborate with the Board of Directors to prepare and implement the organization’s long-term strategic plan and policy decisions. - Coordinate with the Program Manager to execute the activities supported by current grants. - Create and manage an annual budget and fundraising plan in accordance with strategic and operational plans. - Monitor and ensure a positive fiscal condition: - Create and retain revenue streams from grants, sponsorships and memberships. - Solicit donors and develop community, corporate, governmental and other sectors in support of fundraising goals. - Position the organization and its programs to maximize fund development opportunities. - Develop and maintain collaborative partnerships with other groups whose missions align with Walk/Bike Nashville. - Establish, manage and assist in efforts to augment advocacy, including public policy. - Supervise Programs Manager; maintain a positive work environment by following sound human resources policies. - Provide recommendations to the Board of Directors and any committees and staff to enable timely and responsive decision-making. - Provide leadership and assistance in board recruitment and board development. - Serve as a spokesperson for the organization to the public; ensure that written and verbal communication about the organization reflects its mission and goals; represent the organization at public events, media events, conferences and workshops. *Requirements:* - Bachelor's degree in business or public administration or related field; Master’s degree preferred. Related equivalent experience will be taken into consideration. - Five years of demonstrated general management experience in non-profit position, with two years in the fields of bicycle/pedestrian advocacy, transportation issues, and/or community organizing. Some marketing background is desirable. - Demonstrated success in organizational planning, budgeting and financial management, with proven success in fundraising in the non-profit sector. - Experience supervising professional staff and volunteers. - Experience working directly with Board of Directors. - Proficiency in use of computer and basic software applications, including Quickbooks. *Personal Attributes:* - Visionary yet Analytical Thinker - Creative Problem Solver - Clear, Persuasive Communicator, both verbally and in writing - Works independently and collaboratively - Understands and Manages Priorities Timely - Anticipates, Identifies and Analyzes funding support and other growth opportunities. - Possesses Integrity, Dedication, Drive, Diplomacy AND an Overall Love of Walking and Bicycling, and communities that support these activities *To Apply:* Resumes and letters of intent will be accepted by the Executive Director Search Committee from qualified candidates through October 25. Please submit your letter of intent and supporting documents by clicking on this link. <https://redcap.vanderbilt.edu/surveys/?s=kvHJEkHpok> Questions related to this opportunity may be directed via e-mail to info(a)walkbikenashville.org. Please, no walk-ins or phone calls. All the best, Adams Carroll Program Manager Walk/Bike Nashville <http://www.walkbikenashville.org/> c: (615) 440-0281 *Since 1998, Walk/Bike Nashville has sought to make active transportation an option for Nashvillians, no matter where they live or where they're trying to go.**We want our sidewalks and bikeways to support active living, commuting options, and recreational opportunities.**Together, we're building a more walkable, bikeable, livable Nashville.*

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bikebike photos
by Roedl, James M 10 Oct '13

10 Oct '13

BikeBike was super rad. While we all need to continue to talk about what happened and expand on what we learned I would like to know. Does anyone have photos? If you do can you make them available to the rest of us. Thank, James Roedl

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B!B!2014?
by Erk Magosh 10 Oct '13

10 Oct '13

Sorry if this has been anounced, I haven't poked around the archives yet, but where will B!B!14 be? erk nashville the workshop

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Re: [TheThinkTank] Donations from Businesses
by Matt VanSlyke 10 Oct '13

10 Oct '13

Thank you everyone for your valuable insight on this topic. We have 501(c)(3) pending and are working with a fiscal sponsor so donations are deductible. Stephen of BNB raises a good point so we'll provide them with our thank you letter/form and let them decide on the issue of deduction. While contemplating this question and your responses I decided to take advantage of this gorgeous fall day in upstate NY ny taking a ride over to the shop in question. And I'm happy to report that this visit got some results. We are now partnering with them to surprise 15-20 kids with shiny "new-to-you" bikes this holiday season!! The great news for us and the kids we'll surprise. Matt Utica Bike Rescue On Thu, Oct 10, 2013 at 1:50 PM, Stephen Bosco <stephen(a)bikesnotbombs.org>wrote: > Hi Matt, > > Your question got forwarded to me-- > > In my years processing bike donations for BNB, I've had a few bike shops > that seemed to care a lot about getting a tax donation receipt for their > bikes, but from my knowledge of business tax law, I don't think it > matters. Here's why: > > A business has a "cost of goods sold" that they pay for their inventory. > That number gets subtracted (along with other expenses) from their gross > sales in order to arrive at a net profit figure, on which they are taxed. > If they buy bikes (and never successfully sell them), that's automatically > reflected in net profit that doesn't get realized. > > And, on a related note- if the shop is donating bikes that they didn't > buy, (i.e. customers abandoned them at the shop), they can't deduct the > value of those either, because they have "no basis" in the bikes. > > So if I read the question correctly, you want to approach this shop and > regale them with all the benefits of donating these old bikes. > Unfortunately, I don't think a reduction in tax liability is one of them. > > And my disclaimer: I'm not a CPA... if you want to know for 100% sure, > you'll have to check with one of them! > > Stephen > > > -- > Stephen Bosco > Bike Donations Coordinator > > Bikes Not Bombs > 284 Amory St. > Jamaica Plain, MA 02130 > p: 617-522-0222 > f: 617-522-0922 > > On Thu, Oct 10, 2013 at 11:08 AM, Sarah Braker <sarah(a)bikesnotbombs.org>wrote: > >> Thought you might have some knowledge to share on this... >> >> >> ---------- Forwarded message ---------- >> From: Andrew L <breathingplanet(a)gmail.com> >> Date: Thu, Oct 10, 2013 at 12:06 PM >> Subject: Re: [TheThinkTank] Donations from Businesses >> To: The Think Tank <thethinktank(a)lists.bikecollectives.org> >> >> >> not sure.... good question! >> >> we get bikes on occasion from about 3 local shops and they have never >> asked or cared. >> others have never approached us. >> >> Andrew >> TBR >> >> >> On Thu, Oct 10, 2013 at 11:55 AM, Matt VanSlyke <matt(a)uticabikerescue.org >> > wrote: >> >>> ThinkTank, >>> I have been trying to research this and I'm not really finding a >>> complete answer. Perhaps some of you have personal experience/knowledge >>> that can help. There is a bike shop in my City that has a stockpile of used >>> bikes in a warehouse and they've expressed some interest in donating them >>> to our community bike shop. Does anyone know specifically what the tax >>> advantages are for the business that donates? I know how it works for >>> individuals but I don't know how it works for a business. >>> >>> Does anyone have epxerience with this? >>> >>> Thanks, >>> Matt >>> >>> -- >>> *Matt VanSlyke* >>> *Utica Bike Rescue* >>> *714 Washington Street, Utica, NY 13502* >>> *315.525.9554* >>> *matt(a)uticabikerescue.org* >>> *www.uticabikerescue.org* >>> *www.facebook.com/uticabikerescue* >>> *Learn. Earn. Ride.* >>> >>> _______________________________________________ >>> Thethinktank mailing list >>> Thethinktank(a)lists.bikecollectives.org >>> To unsubscribe, send a blank email to >>> TheThinkTank-leave(a)bikecollectives.org >>> To manage your subscription, plase visit: >>> >>> http://lists.bikecollectives.org/listinfo.cgi/thethinktank-bikecollectives.… >>> >>> >> >> >> -- >> ------__o >> ----_`\<,_ >> ---(_)/ (_) >> andrew lynn 518-573-7947 >> >> >> >> _______________________________________________ >> Thethinktank mailing list >> Thethinktank(a)lists.bikecollectives.org >> To unsubscribe, send a blank email to >> TheThinkTank-leave(a)bikecollectives.org >> To manage your subscription, plase visit: >> >> http://lists.bikecollectives.org/listinfo.cgi/thethinktank-bikecollectives.… >> >> >> >> >> -- >> Sarah Braker >> Communications Manager >> Bikes Not Bombs >> 284 Amory St., Jamaica Plain, MA 02130 >> 617-522-0222 ext. 104 >> www.bikesnotbombs.org <http://www.bikesnotbombs.org/youth> >> >> Donate online <http://bikesnotbombs.org/support> to support our work! >> >> Follow us on Facebook <http://www.facebook.com/bikesnotbombs> and Twitter<http://twitter.com/bikesnotbombs> >> ! >> >> >> >> > > -- *Matt VanSlyke* *Utica Bike Rescue* *714 Washington Street, Utica, NY 13502* *315.525.9554* *matt(a)uticabikerescue.org* *www.uticabikerescue.org* *www.facebook.com/uticabikerescue* *Learn. Earn. Ride.*

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Adaptive Cycling Equipment
by Amanda Chilson 10 Oct '13

10 Oct '13

We have a variety of adaptive equipment that was donated/given to our local community, it is being stored in a local storage building for free, along our rail trail. In order for it to be used a licensed Physical Therapist has to fit someone to the equipment. It is challenging finding someone to do this as they do not want to be liable. Does anyone have experience in renting out adaptive equipment and are there other avenues to go with so the brand new equipment does not just sit, like it already has been doing for one year? Thank you for your help!!! Amanda Chilson Project Coordinator Mass in Motion Northern Berkshire Community Coalition 61 Main St. Suite 218 North Adams, MA 01247 413-663-7588 Ext. 16 www.nbccoalition.org Nominate someone for a Neighborly<http://nbccoalition.org/?post=fall-neighborly-nominations> !

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Seeking help with volunteer training systems
by Dan Hock 10 Oct '13

10 Oct '13

Hello All, I work at Bike Recycle Vermont<http://www.localmotion.org/programs/bikerecycle/> in Burlington,(you guessed it) Vermont. Our shop structure is all volunteer with the exception of myself. Our program, in short, accepts donated bikes and, with volunteer help, refurbishes them so that they can be sold exclusively to low-income Vermonters. Personally, I have been struggling with training unskilled volunteers that are new to our program. I have many great people coming through the door with great intentions, but limited mechanical aptitude. Our volunteer retention is down because new folks tend to feel helpless and frustrated. In an effort to address this, I am going to start offering structured mechanics training to new volunteers. I am coming to the list with a few questions: - Are there other programs out there that require unskilled volunteers interested in volunteering as mechanics to go through mechanics trainings? If so, shed light on what structure you are using? - If we are investing over 10 hours in each prospective volunteer, is it reasonable to charge participants or ask them to commit a set amount of hours to our program in exchange for the class? If so, how much is fair in either time or money? - Does anyone have any curriculum and/or course materials (diagrams, glossaries, etc) for participants that they would be willing to share? - Are there any lessons to be learned/advice to be given to someone in my position. Thanks in advance for your time! Dan -- Dan Hock Bike Recycle Vermont Program Manager w. 802.264.9687 Bike Recycle Vermont <http://www.localmotion.com/bikerecycle> 664 Riverside Ave. Burlington Learn to ride a bicycle. You will not regret it if you live. ~Mark Twain

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Shop Setup - Taming the Chaos PDF posted on the wiki
by director 10 Oct '13

10 Oct '13

Hey All, It was great to connect with you all at Bike! Bike! in New Orleans this year. I've posted my presentation on the wiki as a big giant pdf 180mb http://www.bikecollectives.org/wiki/index.php?title=Bike!Bike!_2013#Shop_Se… Feel free to write me with any questions or comments you might have. -- Ride On! Rich Points http://communitycycles.org Executive Director (c)303-589-0597 (w)720-565-6019 Community Cycles is Boulder's only bike shop dedicated to bike commuting. Find us on facebook <https://www.facebook.com/CommunityCycles> Subscribe to our monthly e-news <http://eepurl.com/i7SLv>

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Update Wiki With BikeBike! 2013 notes
by momoko saunders 08 Oct '13

08 Oct '13

If you know how to edit the wiki, please add notes to this very basic draft of the workshops held at this years bikebike! http://www.bikecollectives.org/wiki/index.php?title=Bike!Bike!_2013 *If you don't know how, but you have notes on a workshop, pictures, or video, please send me the the info directly to my email - analyst(a)bikefarm.org* * * *If you are eager to help with getting this content up on the wiki, please also email me.* This will be very useful to those who could not make it. Also, it is especially helpful to those who went, who want to relate what they learned to their collectives. Please help out! this is the best way to give back to BikeBike! Thanks! -momoko

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What to Teach When You Only Have 1 Hour...
by Matthew VanSlyke 08 Oct '13

08 Oct '13

Okay Folks, here's the challenge: You've been offered a chance to do a bike related workshop on a college campus. The only direction you have is "we want you to do a bike related workshop on campus. You have 1 hour". So, what do you teach? Basic Bike maintenance? Riding in/as traffic? How to: get yourself to class on time even if you: get a flat, drop the chain, bend the wheel in a pot hole, etc? In your experiences, what has been valuable for adults/college students? The community bike shop is a new concept in our City and we're trying to launch an effort to get students to lease our repurposed bikes. This will be a good "in" for us and a good way to introduce Utica Bike Rescue to the college community. Any thoughts? Thanks a Bunch, Matt VanSlyke Utica Bike Rescue

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Dollar value of Volunteer time at Bike Valet or in general?
by Ryan Kragerud 28 Sep '13

28 Sep '13

We're wrapping up much of our summer programming here in Longmont, CO and I'm trying to determine the "dollar value" of our services. Currently we don't pay our volunteers to do bike parking and we don't charge events for this service either. We struggled to fill many of our bike parking shifts this summer, so, our board will be discussing developing a charge for bike parking and rental of our rack/bike valet in a box program. In order to do so I'm wondering - dear Think Tank members.... What is the per hour value of volunteer time for bike valet/parking at events (or in general) in your area? thx. -- "We all do better when we all do better" - Paul Wellstone

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Bike Infrastructure question - comparable cities??
by Andrew L 27 Sep '13

27 Sep '13

hey ThinkTank, somewhat separate from my work at Troy Bike Rescue, I am part of an appointed citizens committee on alternative transportation (an idea our city is just sort of coming around to). we have 0 bike lanes, few bike racks, and about 11 sharrows (under a year old). our task is primarily research-oriented, and I am searching for comparable cities and hoping the ThinkTank might help me. Do any of you have suggestions of cities with the following characteristics: -population: 50 - 100,000 -small "bike culture" community -sizeable low-income population -investing time/money/energy into bicycles as a way of turning the city around. -demonstrable progress on that front i know they are out there, but most examples are of much bigger cities. I appreciate any suggestions! Thanks!! Andrew

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Hello, Nashville?
by Matthew VanSlyke 26 Sep '13

26 Sep '13

I'm wondering if there is a community bike shop in Nashville. I see Revolution (Memphis) listed as the only shop in TN. Hello, Nashville, do you hear me? If so, please contact me by email off the listserv, for everyone's inbox benefit. Matt VanSlyke Utica Bike Rescue

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Re: [TheThinkTank] Thethinktank Digest, Vol 85, Issue 13
by chris turner 25 Sep '13

25 Sep '13

We're going to bring a pile of stickers for Off the Chain and screen to make shirts at Bike!Bike!. Bring a blank shirt. -chris Off the Chain Bicycle Collective http://offthechainak.org On Wed, Sep 25, 2013 at 12:19 PM, < thethinktank-request(a)lists.bikecollectives.org> wrote: > Send Thethinktank mailing list submissions to > thethinktank(a)lists.bikecollectives.org > > To subscribe or unsubscribe via the World Wide Web, visit > > http://lists.bikecollectives.org/listinfo.cgi/thethinktank-bikecollectives.… > > or, via email, send a message with subject or body 'help' to > thethinktank-request(a)lists.bikecollectives.org > > You can reach the person managing the list at > thethinktank-owner(a)lists.bikecollectives.org > > When replying, please edit your Subject line so it is more specific > than "Re: Contents of Thethinktank digest..." > > > Today's Topics: > > 1. Bike! Bike! Shirt Swap (director) > > > ---------------------------------------------------------------------- > > Message: 1 > Date: Wed, 25 Sep 2013 12:10:39 -0600 > From: director <director(a)communitycycles.org> > To: The Think Tank <thethinktank(a)lists.bikecollectives.org> > Subject: [TheThinkTank] Bike! Bike! Shirt Swap > Message-ID: > <CAKAQTJ= > NM1fCaqjPZuNUgZFHNzKdBe7+t1wxhTQT-03HM8PwqA(a)mail.gmail.com> > Content-Type: text/plain; charset="iso-8859-1" > > Hey All, > I'm gonna bring a couple Community Cycles medium shirts and would love to > swap them for a medium shirt from your shop. > > Bring it! > > -- > Ride On! > > Rich Points > http://communitycycles.org > Executive Director > (c)303-589-0597 > (w)720-565-6019 > > Community Cycles is Boulder's only bike shop dedicated to bike commuting. > Find us on facebook <https://www.facebook.com/CommunityCycles> > Subscribe to our monthly e-news <http://eepurl.com/i7SLv> >

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Bike! Bike! Shirt Swap
by director 25 Sep '13

25 Sep '13

Hey All, I'm gonna bring a couple Community Cycles medium shirts and would love to swap them for a medium shirt from your shop. Bring it! -- Ride On! Rich Points http://communitycycles.org Executive Director (c)303-589-0597 (w)720-565-6019 Community Cycles is Boulder's only bike shop dedicated to bike commuting. Find us on facebook <https://www.facebook.com/CommunityCycles> Subscribe to our monthly e-news <http://eepurl.com/i7SLv>

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Re: [TheThinkTank] Floor Pump Recommendation
by christopher＠holisticcycles.com 23 Sep '13

23 Sep '13

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Shop Setup - What does your shop do well? What does it do not so well?
by director 18 Sep '13

18 Sep '13

Hey All, I'll be doing a presentation on shop setup at Bike! Bike!. I'll be talking about Community Cycles and how we do shop setup. We're good at some things and not so good at others. One thing we struggle with is storing drop handle bars. Meanwhile we've finally figured out to handle tires effectively. I'm writing the list to ask you to send me no more than 2 photos from your shop. One of something you do well and another of something you could use help with. Please send your photos off list to director(a)communitycycles.org Thanks! -- Ride On! Rich Points http://communitycycles.org Executive Director (c)303-589-0597 (w)720-565-6019 Community Cycles is Boulder's only bike shop dedicated to bike commuting. Find us on facebook <https://www.facebook.com/CommunityCycles> Subscribe to our monthly e-news <http://eepurl.com/i7SLv>

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Floor Pump Recommendation
by Andy Greif 18 Sep '13

18 Sep '13

Hi Folks, Over the year we have tried many different floor pumps with the pump heads not lasting more than a year. What brand and model floor pump has been the most reliable for you? We prefer floor pumps with the gauge close to the floor since the gauges don't bust when the pump falls over. We are okay with either smart head pumps or dual headed (Presta/Schrader) on opposite ends of the heads. Thanks, Andy Andy Greif, Executive Director Mailing: P.O. Box 783, Biddeford, ME 04005 Shop: 284 Hill Street, Biddeford Shop Phone: 207-282-9700 Cell Phone: 207-229-8199 Website: www.communitybike.net <http://www.communitybike.net/> "Providing Opportunities for Youth to Grow"

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Bike!Bike! 2013 Call Out for Workshop Proposals!
by Alisha Rae 17 Sep '13

17 Sep '13

Bike!Bike! starts in 2 weeks! We have a lot of wonderful workshops already set for this year. You can check them out on the bikebike.org website. You can also propose a workshop on the website as well. With that said: *We need more workshop proposals!* We specifically need workshops in: *Mechanics:* examples: Basic Bicycle Maintenance, Advanced Bicycle Maintenance, 3 speed hubs, Disc Brakes, Freak bikes, DIY welding. I know we have bicycle mechanics coming from all over. Please share your knowledge! *Arts & Crafts:* examples: How to make a pouch, How to make a cycling cap, DIY Bike Painting Tips, How to make a bike bag, How to make a top tube cover, diy designing and decorating your ride, How to make [a really cool thing you know how to make] out of bicycle parts. *We encourage individuals to share their skills and crafts with others. * *Youth Development within Bike culture:* *This track will focus on creating a space for youth and what structural and interpersonal foundations are needed to create and maintain that space. We will also look at how to deal with conflict and tough situations with our youth patrons. Also, this track is intended to all address how ageism, sexism, and racism has the ability to intersect and how we must deal with it within ourselves and with our youth (i.e. mostly white run shop in a mostly people of color community or working with young “girls”* and “boys”*) This track is intended to look at every aspect of youth development. Whether or not your shop has a youth track, is just a youth exclusive spot, or doesn’t have a youth sector at all , we as the riders, mechanics, and advocates of what each young person connects with and loves has a responsibility to do what it takes to interact and give back to all young people. Seriously now, we will need to pass the reigns to them so we need to invest in them. * * * *Food & Environmental Justice links to Bike Advocacy:* *examples: How to Build a Bicycle Powered blender, grinder, etc..., Reusing Bike parts to help your garden grow, Intersection of Bikes and managing farms.* * * Anti-oppression and Anti-racism Strategies and Development: *examples: Anti-oppression and Anti-Racism strategies, How is the bike community a gentrifying force, Any workshops on gentrification, combatting oppression in your community bike project, Accountability in a radical setting.* * * *Womin/LGBTQQ in Bie/Mechanics Culture:* *Some topics of discussion may include: womin/LGBTQQ--volunteer retention, dealing with both external and internal misogyny, racism, gender discrimination, transphobia etc.,---networking, WOC/QPOC voices and movements, teaching skills, dealing with tension or push back, etc. * Deadline for workshop proposals is September 25. We will also be leaving some workshop blocks open for impromptu workshops! If you have any questions or concerns or a proposal you can email me at arfeldman(a)gmail.com. See y'all in a couple weeks! -Alisha Rae

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Floor Pump Recommendation
by Bob Giordano 17 Sep '13

17 Sep '13

Great suggestions and experiences coming in on this topic. We've tried many pumps, and most can work well with proper use. Some keys we have learned: -pressure gauge is important -should remain consistent with locking device direction -keep some 'broken' pumps for parts -dual heads good for ease of use -consider a pump for kids, and one that can squeeze into small wheels -have a clearly marked area to store pumps -Bob Giordano, Free Cycles Missoula >> Over the year we have tried many different floor pumps with the pump heads not lasting more than a year. What brand and model floor pump has >> been the most reliable for you? We prefer floor pumps with the gauge close to the floor since the gauges don’t bust when the pump falls over. >> We are okay with either smart head pumps or dual headed >> (Presta/Schrader) on opposite ends of the heads. >> Thanks, >> Andy >> Andy Greif, Executive Director >> Mailing: P.O. Box 783, Biddeford, ME 04005 >> Shop: 284 Hill Street, Biddeford >> Shop Phone: 207-282-9700 Cell Phone: 207-229-8199 >> Website: www.communitybike.net >> “Providing Opportunities for Youth to Grow”

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Bike!Bike! 2013
by Plan B 11 Sep '13

11 Sep '13

Hey Folks, We're working hard at getting ready for Bike!Bike! 2013 down here in New Orleans and I just wanted totake a moment and address some issues with registration, conference events, and looming (extended)*__*deadlines*_._**_ _** We've pushed back the deadlines. *- If you need housing or would like to borrow a bike, you still have time. We need to have your completed registration and bike and housing request in by September 14th. That's it. That's as late as we can push it. *After September 14th, you can still request housing and a bikeand we'll do our best, we just can't guarantee anything. *You may score one or the other, but possibly not both. It depends. We're gonna do our best. *Billeting information for housing is already being sent out! We're trying to handle this in as timely a manner as possible. For this reason, please register as soon as you're able to! (Hint!) **_Registration_*Immediate payment is NOT REQUIRED to register for this event! If you've held back, please go ahead and register. We can accept any contribution when you arrive. _ __*R*__*egistration on the website*_ is a little complicated this year. It's a 2 step process. First, you have to register on the website. It will also ask you to register your affiliation with a bike project or to register a new bike project. If you are unaffiliated with a bike project or are local and want to attend the conference, *just affiliate yourself with "Unaffiliated" located in lovely Chalmette, Louisiana.*The answer to the secret question is Bike. Everyone who asks to join this group will be accepted and then you can move on to..... _*Registration for this year's event*_, which is a whole different matter. Here's where you can let us know about housing needs and whether you need a bike or not. _*EVENTS*_- In addition to the usual menagerie of workshops, Bike!Bike! this year will feature an amazing array of events in celebration of it's 10th Anniversary. *Wednesday*, there's an Alleycat, Book!Book!, hosted by Nola Alleycat. It's free with Bike!Bike! registration, so register now! (hint) More info: https://www.facebook.com/events/476741065754573/?ref=3 * Thurday, *there's an amazing free concert at Armstrong Park featuring the Soul Rebels Brass Band and the special 10th Anniversary edition Bike!Bike! Nola Social Ride. This will be a giant group bike ride with hundreds of people showing off New Orleans and the culture here. It will be pretty friggin' awesome. More info: https://www.facebook.com/events/304825819659116/?ref=3 * Friday,*you'll have your chance to shake your ass off at Booty!Booty! a show featuring some of the Dance Music in New Orleans, from Brass bands to Bounce Artists. *You can only attend if you're a registered Bike!Bike! attendee, volunteer, or housing provider.* More info:https://www.facebook.com/events/693609703999878/?ref=3 * Saturday, it's Bike!Bike!'s 10th Birthday Party. *The location's awesome and we're going to feature some New Orleans cultural icons that we don't want to reveal just yet, but it's going to be incredible. Also, there will be cake. *Sunday*will be our closer and we're going out with a *bang!* This is also a little secret, *but don't leave before Sunday night or you're going to miss something amazing. *We'll send out more details as the time gets closer. _*FOOD - *_There will be breakfast every morning, featuring gourmet coffee from local St. Coffee, a constantsupporter of bike culture in New Orleans and breakfast prepared by New Orleans' own Community Kitchen,a grass roots non-profit that feeds the needy in New Orleans. We'll need a few dedicated volunteers for setting up food each day and working with Community Kitchen, so please let us know if you're interested. Community Kitchen will also be handling our food needs for lunch on Thursday and Friday and on Saturday, in lieu of lunch we'll be hosting a 6pm Shrimp and Vegetable boilsoyou can get to the big birthday party with a belly full of yummy. Don't worry, we're making sure that we have as many veg and gluten free options available as possible. That's about the best update we can give you right now. Any specific questions, please respond to this thread or email us at nolabikeproject(a)gmail.com. -- Victor Pizarro Project Organizer Plan B, The New Orleans Community Bike Project

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Reminder: Interbike registration deadline TODAY at 5:00 MST
by David Eyer Davis 09 Sep '13

09 Sep '13

Hey all, if you'd like to go to Interbike with us and represent the Bike Collective Network, sign on up today! https://docs.google.com/spreadsheet/ccc?key=0ApahCby7kJnBdG9mYklubG52cUdqVy… -- David Eyer Davis Executive Director Bicycle Collective c: 801-230-6308 www.bicyclecollective.org The mission of the Bicycle Collective is to promote cycling as an effective and sustainable form of transportation and as a cornerstone of a cleaner, healthier, and safer society. The Collective provides refurbished bicycles and educational programs to the community, focusing on children and lower income households.

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Fwd: Bikes 4 Life Invitation - 09/22/13
by Sarah McCullough 06 Sep '13

06 Sep '13

Hey colectivo folks, If any of you all want to participate a bike movement out of Colombia, it sounds pretty rad. They currently only have two cities participating in the US--New York City and (I'm pretty sure) Davis. Let's grow that number! Details are below... Sarah McC ---------- Forwarded message ---------- From: clara ines perez pineda <claperpi(a)yahoo.com> Date: Thu, Sep 5, 2013 at 3:40 PM Subject: Bikes 4 Life Invitation - 09/22/13 To: "smcc(a)ucdavis.edu" <smcc(a)ucdavis.edu> Hi Sarah, It was really nice to meet you last night! Thanks a lot for all of your suggestions, ideas and your interest to spread the word about Bicis por la Vida. Here is a blurb about it. "Bikes 4 Life" is a movement created in Colombia last year to promote bicycling as a sustainable way of urban transport. This year its leaders are promoting a worldwide action on September 22nd which is also the international Car Free day. So far more than 170 initiatives have signed up including a lot of bike groups in Latin America, Europe and Africa. For further information and join the movement please visit http://www.bicisporlavida.org/en/ Many thanks again, Clara Perez

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I spoke to soon! BCN CAN go to Interbike!
by David Eyer Davis 05 Sep '13

05 Sep '13

I spoke too soon! I just heard back from Interbike last minute, we are able to go! We have a limited number of tickets, and need those definitely going need to sign up on the following document before Monday at 5:00 PM, no exceptions. Badges will be awarded on a first-come/first-serve basis, so make sure to sign up quickly if you're sure you're able to go. Going to Interbike comes with responsibility: Firstly, everyone attending has to sign up for two shifts at the Bicycle Collective Network booth, where we'll be representing the Bicycle Collective and the Alliance for Walking and Biking. Secondly, we will not tolerate conduct that doesn't represent us favorably to the rest of the Bicycling Industry. Being inconsiderate of an exhibitor's time, heckling for swag or deals from people you haven't developed a relationship with or who haven't clearly offered that sort of thing, or generally behaving like a child will earn you a boot from the show. We're not willing to jeopardize the reputation of the Bicycle Collective Network. Barring major conflicts, we'd also like to do a mandatory night out for Collective folks on Tuesday night, the night before the show, where we would briefly go over our responsibilities formally and then just kick back, catch up across the city, state, and national lines between our different shops. If you're able to provide your own accommodation, just sign up on the 'Registrants' and "BCN Booth Volunteer Shifts" tab on the document and we'll just see you at the night out, the booth, and the show! If you would like to split a room, sign up in the "Rooms" tab. We're trying to keep it about 4-6 to a room, the more the cheaper, so rather than spread yourselves out, consolidate so we can knock off excess rooms on the nights we're not using them. https://docs.google.com/spreadsheet/ccc?key=0ApahCby7kJnBdG9mYklubG52cUdqVy… In the event that more people sign up than we have badges for, we can get badges from Mary at the Alliance for Walking and Biking. I'll let you know if you're put on the waitlist for those badges and put your name in for allocation once she decides where they're going. Thanks! Davey -- David Eyer Davis Executive Director Bicycle Collective c: 801-230-6308 www.bicyclecollective.org The mission of the Bicycle Collective is to promote cycling as an effective and sustainable form of transportation and as a cornerstone of a cleaner, healthier, and safer society. The Collective provides refurbished bicycles and educational programs to the community, focusing on children and lower income households.

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Des Moines Bicycle Collective seeks first executive director
by Carl Voss 05 Sep '13

05 Sep '13

After six years, the Des Moines Bicycle Collective has now grown enough to justify hiring its first full-time executive director. Exciting and scary times. Kent Newman and myself, two founding members, are about to cycle off the board (literally and figuratively) at year's end. The timing is ripe for someone to step up. Neither of us will toss our hats in the ring; we're ready to hand off the reins. Earlier this year, the Collective moved into a new 3,500 sq. ft. space and our program has exploded. And, so has the potential. We also operate a B-cycle program (6 stations and 38 bikes) that will nearly double its presence in 2014. Link to job description: http://www.dsmbikecollective.org/wp-content/uploads/2013/08/CollectiveEDJob… Candidates can contact me for details. Thanks and see you on the road, Carl Voss carlvoss(a)mac.com Mobile: 515-210-0237 Des Moines Bicycle Collective, Central Iowa's only nonprofit bike shop. Become a member today for $40.Use our secure donation form.

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Interbike- No Bicycle Collective Network booth provided this year
by David Eyer Davis 04 Sep '13

04 Sep '13

Hi All, Since last I mentioned going to Interbike on this list, I have tried to communicate regularly with our normal contacts and elsewhere to secure a booth for the BCN, with the help of Jeff at Alliance for Walking and Biking. After citing concerns that there wasn't enough space provided for non-profits in the new convention center, Interbike ultimately never got back to me, and in the end Jeff was only able to secure a 6ft booth for the Alliance. Because of this, the Bike Collective Network won't have a booth and we at the Utah Bike Collectives won't be going this year. I hope this doesn't stymie anyone's trip. After the dust settles I'll try and get to the bottom of why booth space and passes weren't forthcoming. Thanks, David Eyer Davis Executive Director Bicycle Collective c: 801-230-6308 www.bicyclecollective.org The mission of the Bicycle Collective is to promote cycling as an effective and sustainable form of transportation and as a cornerstone of a cleaner, healthier, and safer society. The Collective provides refurbished bicycles and educational programs to the community, focusing on children and lower income households.

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Bike! Bike! Northeast 2013 is almost here!
by Steph Richardson 30 Aug '13

30 Aug '13

*Bike! Bike! Northeast * *September 6th-8th * *Worcester, MA* Worcester Earn-a-Bike is pumped to host this soon-to-be-happening regional Bike! Bike! event! We've got bike rides, discussions, workshops, live music, a BBQ, and other events planned like whoa and we'd love to see y'all here! Registration is live! It's *highly* encouraged that you hustle on over to the online registration form and fill in some info about yourself so we can find y'all some housing and bikes and make sure we have enough food for everyone. *CLICK HERE TO GO TO THE ONLINE REGISTRATION FORM!<https://docs.google.com/forms/d/1EsjBY9Rxb8cWjqgErxRLYw_BwavSH9uMSdHw5RJ_Jm…> * Also be sure to check out the Bike! Bike! Northeast website where you can find more details about the schedule and whatnot: BIKEBIKENE.COM<http://bikebikene.com> Email me back if you have any questions! I'll be happy to answer them or direct you to folks who can. Cheers! Steph & Worcester Earn-a-Bike ------------------------------------------------ www.worcesterearnabike.org www.bikebikene.com

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Interbike
by Mark Friis 28 Aug '13

28 Aug '13

So what is the numbers for co op participation at Interbike? Mark Friis Executive Director, Inland Empire Biking Alliance PO Box 9266 Redlands, CA 92375 909-800-4322 *mfriis(a)iebikingalliance.org*<https://mail.google.com/mail/u/0/mfriis@iebikingalliance.org> ** WWW.IEBIKE.ORG <https://mail.google.com/mail/u/0/WWW.IEBIKE.ORG>

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Job Opportunity - Bike/Ped Coordinator in Nashville, TN
by Adams Carroll 28 Aug '13

28 Aug '13

Hi All, This is a killer opportunity. Please share with infrastructure nerds. Details here: http://walkbikenash.blogspot.com/2013/08/metro-nashville-public-works-is-hi… All the best, Adams Carroll Program Manager Walk/Bike Nashville <http://www.walkbikenashville.org/> c: (503) 593-4945 *Since 1998, Walk/Bike Nashville has sought to make active transportation an option for Nashvillians, no matter where they live or where they're trying to go.**We want our sidewalks and bikeways to support active living, commuting options, and recreational opportunities.**Together, we're building a more walkable, bikeable, livable Nashville.*

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Fwd: Velocity Bicycle Mechanic Training Program
by Bayley Vanderpoel 27 Aug '13

27 Aug '13

Hello all, I'm one of the regular volunteers at The Velocity Bicycle Cooperative in Alexandria, Virginia. I'm reaching out on behalf of our Coop to see what kind of training programs other bicycle coops may have available to share. We're evaluating all training program options so anything you have to get us started would be really beneficial. Thank you! Bayley Velocity Bicycle Coop 2111 Mt. Vernon Ave, Alexandria http://velocitycoop.org/ ---------- Forwarded message ---------- From: Bayley Vanderpoel <bayley.vanderpoel(a)velocitycoop.org> Date: Fri, Aug 23, 2013 at 9:18 AM Subject: Velocity Bicycle Mechanic Training Program To: John Patterson <john.patterson(a)velocitycoop.org> John, I think one of Velocity's challenges with volunteer recruitment & retention is keeping the beginners engaged and feeling productive, particularly when things are slow in the shop. I often see beginner volunteers standing around uncertain of what to do without significant amounts of supervision. I think that even more would-be volunteers are interested in volunteering but they're discouraged with their lack of a maintenance skills. I'd like to propose organizing a bicycle mechanic training program, the main objectives being to keep volunteers engaged & self sufficient, ensuring a well rounded education, and useful support of our activities. It would be great if this program could be checklist & guidebook focused and not instructor led so the burden wouldn't fall so heavy on any current volunteers. Perhaps there's many levels of bicycle mechanic and you have to complete a checklist of activities to get to the next level. i.e., each level getting more complex then the last. I think a program like this would be particularly beneficial in the winter when volunteers will have plenty of time for bike builds. If you're interested in an idea like this, is it ok if I reach out to the ThinkTank distribution list and ask what sort of training programs are already out there that we could potentially evaluate adopting, or would you prefer someone from the board to email them? If you're ok with me asking on behalf of Velocity, then I'll follow up with you to show you what I've found and what I think can be beneficial for helping recruit, educate, and retain volunteers. Bayley

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Re: [TheThinkTank] Vancouver bike mechanics try to change industry bad attitudes
by christopher＠holisticcycles.com 21 Aug '13

21 Aug '13

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Vancouver bike mechanics try to change industry bad attitudes
by director 20 Aug '13

20 Aug '13

Interesting article about customer service in bike shops. http://www.cbc.ca/news/canada/british-columbia/story/2013/08/08/bc-bike-mec… -- Ride On! Rich Points http://communitycycles.org Executive Director (c)303-589-0597 (w)720-565-6019 Community Cycles is Boulder's only bike shop dedicated to bike commuting. Find us on facebook https://www.facebook.com/CommunityCycles

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point of sale software?
by Rick Nonnekes 16 Aug '13

16 Aug '13

Cycle Transitions, a small do-it-yourself bike shop in Cobourg, Ontario has been in existence for a year now and we're happy to say that it's been a great success (25+ volunteers, 80+ members, a busy shop, high school students doing community service hours, and ~$7000 income from sales, memberships and donations!) We feel we're ready to take another step in our development - a real cash system including cash box and point of sale software. We'd like to know what other shops are using and how you integrate this with your accounting. Please let us know what's working for you. thanks! Rick Nonnekes manager, Cycle Transitions

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Liability Waiver Samples
by director 16 Aug '13

16 Aug '13

Hey All, We're going to start using a liability waiver. I'm looking for examples to model ours after. Please send yours to the list and/or post on the wiki. Thanks! -- Ride On! Rich Points http://communitycycles.org Executive Director (c)303-589-0597 (w)720-565-6019 Community Cycles is Boulder's only bike shop dedicated to bike commuting. Find us on facebook https://www.facebook.com/CommunityCycles

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Re: [TheThinkTank] Fire at Bike Farm in PDX
by Judith Feist 15 Aug '13

15 Aug '13

The shop where I work we have a metal tin for soiled rags. Also, the print/art studio where I used to work used plastic bins through out the studio for chemical/oil soiled rags...don't just throw them away in the trash can with other garbage...be careful with any material that is soiled with grease or oil... Judith Sent from my Windows Phone ------------------------------ From: wormsign(a)gmail.com Sent: 8/15/2013 5:33 PM To: The Think Tank <thethinktank(a)lists.bikecollectives.org> Subject: [TheThinkTank] Fire at Bike Farm in PDX http://bikeportland.org/2013/08/15/opening-day-fire-causes-serious-damage-a… Watch your rags Enzo Loconte Board Secretary Bikerowave

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Fire at Bike Farm in PDX
by wormsign＠gmail.com 15 Aug '13

15 Aug '13

http://bikeportland.org/2013/08/15/opening-day-fire-causes-serious-damage-a… Watch your rags Enzo Loconte Board Secretary Bikerowave

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Shop Coordinator Position Opening at the Recyclery in Chicago!
by Darren Knox 14 Aug '13

14 Aug '13

The Recyclery Collective is looking for a very experienced (2yrs plus) mechanic to run our used bike reconditioning operation and manage our storage and shop facilities. Experience working on all eras of bicycles and ordering parts for a small shop is a must! Experience working with bike collectives and community mindset is a plus! Full job posting here: http://www.therecyclery.org/index.php/job/ E-mail resumes to darren(a)therecyclery.org or info(a)therecyclery.org -- Volunteer Coordinator, Shop Coordinator www.therecyclery.org 7628 N. Paulina ▪ Chicago, IL 60626 ▪ 773.262.5900 *The Recyclery Collective seeks to build community through the restoration of donated and discarded bicycles.* Donate <http://www.therecyclery.org/donate> or volunteer!<http://www.therecyclery.org/volunteer>

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Fwd: Question from a non-profit program in Western Massachusetts
by Jon Sher 08 Aug '13

08 Aug '13

Marcia. Is looking for a community bike shop in Western MA. Does anyone know of any Sent from my iPad Begin forwarded message: > From: Info <info(a)worcesterearnabike.org> > Date: August 8, 2013, 11:27:24 AM EDT > To: jonathansher(a)charter.net > Subject: Fwd: Question from a non-profit program in Western Massachusetts > > > > Sent from my iPad > > Begin forwarded message: > >> From: Marcia Eagleson <MEagleson(a)valleyopp.com> >> Date: August 8, 2013, 8:54:28 AM EDT >> To: Info <info(a)worcesterearnabike.org> >> Cc: "worcesterearnabikebod(a)lists.riseup.net" <worcesterearnabikebod(a)lists.riseup.net> >> Subject: RE: Question from a non-profit program in Western Massachusetts >> >> Hello, >> >> I was wondering if you had heard anything from any of your colleagues to see if there were any similar programs here in Springfield. >> >> I look forward to hearing from you soon. >> >> Regards, >> Marcia >> >> From: Info [info(a)worcesterearnabike.org] >> Sent: Thursday, August 01, 2013 9:35 AM >> To: Marcia Eagleson >> Cc: worcesterearnabikebod(a)lists.riseup.net >> Subject: Re: Question from a non-profit program in Western Massachusetts >> >> I will ask our shop managers if there are any programs like ours in yourvarea >> >> Sent from my iPad >> >> On Aug 1, 2013, at 9:33 AM, Marcia Eagleson <MEagleson(a)valleyopp.com> wrote: >> >>> Hello, >>> >>> I work for a non-profit program helping people to improves their lives through providing GED prep courses, ESL classes, Citizenship classes, and through helping clients find meaningful employment. >>> >>> We are working on a summer grant position and one population we serve are clients currently receiving housing aid (that will soon be pulled) and the cliens are attending our summer classes to find better employment and perhaps even schooling. >>> >>> I have one client, a single mom, who was looking for a bike and would really benefit from any cheap inexpensive bike programs here in Western Massachusetts. I thought there was a free or cheap bike program but out here in Springfield I can't seem to find any information on this.........is there such a program, and if so, can you forward this information on to me so I can share it with her? >>> >>> I work in Chicopee MA but live and Holyoke MA and know there is a program in Holyoke somewhere but my client lives in Springfield. >>> I look forward to hearing from you soon. >>> >>> Thanks, >>> Marcia >>> >>> Marcia Eagleson >>> Education and Career Advisor >>> Valley Opportunity Council

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Revolve Community Bike Shop needs a Shop Mgr
by Elizabeth Bejan 06 Aug '13

06 Aug '13

The Revolve Community Bike Shops in the Greater Kansas City area needs a Shop Manger. Please see this link on our website: http://revolvekc.org/2013/08/06/revolve-needs-shop-manager/ -- reuse, reduce, recycle, Revolve! Elizabeth Bejan, MSW Executive Director, Revolve 816-835-3310 (cell) www.facebook.com/RevolveKC.org www.revolvekc.org Revolve acts on the belief that the bicycle is the simple solution for healthy lifestyles, and affordable, earth-friendly transportation. We get Kansas City cycling!

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Bike!Bike! 2013
by Plan B 06 Aug '13

06 Aug '13

Dear Think Tank, We know that many of you areplanning to attend Bike!Bike! 2013 in New Orleans October 3-6th this year. This is a call out to encourage people to register on the website www.BikeBike.org We are planning a comprehensive conference and we'd like as many of you to pre-register as possible. At this point the event is less than 2 months away and we can only guarantee housing (included in the conference!!!) if you register by September 10th at the latest. Please time some find in your schedule to register online soon if you plan on coming. It will help us greatly in our planning. Additionally, this is a call for workshop registration. There is an option on the website to register the workshop you'd like to present. Please help us by submitting any potential workshops soon. We're trying to avoid last minute "cramming" and want this event to be well organized and run smoothly. We've been hard at working putting together an exciting and diverse conference (with multiple dance parties!!!!) and all we need from you is some input. One-sided relationships aren't healthy! So be a pal, sign up today. If we keep going on like this we're going to have togo into relationship counseling and that's no fun for anybody. Thanks y'all. Any questions, please respond to this thread. I'm also cross-posting this to the Facebook group. Any questions, please respond to this thread or email me at bikebike2013(a)gmail.com. Thanks y'all!!! See you in October! Love, peace, and bike grease, -- Victor Pizarro Project Organizer Plan B, The New Orleans Community Bike Project

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Re: [TheThinkTank] Reusable Repair Checklist Tag
by christopher＠holisticcycles.com 03 Aug '13

03 Aug '13

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Re: [TheThinkTank] Reusable Repair Checklist Tag
by christopher＠holisticcycles.com 03 Aug '13

03 Aug '13

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Re: [TheThinkTank] Reusable Repair Checklist Tag
by summitcyclingcenter＠yahoo.com 02 Aug '13

02 Aug '13

Great idea, Rich! Sent from my HTC EVO Design™ 4G from Boost Mobile ----- Reply message ----- From: "Luke Box" <lukebox(a)gmail.com> To: "The Think Tank" <thethinktank(a)lists.bikecollectives.org> Subject: [TheThinkTank] Reusable Repair Checklist Tag Date: Mon, Jul 29, 2013 8:57 pm Nice! Just sent this to our committee. I really like the prioritized nature and specificity of it. It's awesome to get volunteers to get in on fixing bikes to ride, but it's hard to control for quality when there are a lot of people in house. Seems this list would help diminish rolling bikes to the streets, that aren't really ready to go. Luke Box TheBrokeSpoke Lexington KY On Jul 29, 2013 1:20 PM, "director" <director(a)communitycycles.org> wrote: Hey All, We just spent some time and redid the tag we use to track repairs on a bike. I'm sure your shops are similar to ours in that many mechanics of varying skill levels will work on a single bike before it's distributed back to the world for use. This make it challenging to ensure a standard of quality on any given bike leaving the shop. As we fleshed out the tag we realized that it could function loosely as a curriculum. For most mechanics, especially students we suggest starting at the top and working down the list. I've come to realize that no two mechanics will do things in the exact same way, everyone has their own style. We've been suggesting that folks do the first two items in order and then address the rest of the repairs at their discretion. Of course we couldn't put everything on a half page so we had to make compromises. You'll notice as you get closer to the bottom of the tag the categories are a little more broad and don't get into the finer details. We're working on a final check list that will include finer details like checking bearing play, tire wear, fine tune derailleurs and brakes... The final checklist won't hang on the bike but it'll be around the shop and part of our training. Stay tuned for this. We print these double sided, cut them in half and laminate them. We hang them on the handlebars and fill them out with a Sharpie. When the bike is done and gone we clean the Sharpie off with 90% rubbing alcohol and a rag. This allows us to use one tag over and over and over. We've been using these tags for about 2 weeks now and it's been awesome. Communication between mechanics is much clearer and bikes are getting done faster. It's really helped orient Earn-A-Bike students to what needs to be done next on their bike. Anyway if you think it's a good idea feel free to adapt it to your shops needs. -- Ride On! Rich Points http://communitycycles.org Executive Director (c)303-589-0597 (w)720-565-6019 Community Cycles is Boulder's only bike shop dedicated to bike commuting. Find us on facebook https://www.facebook.com/CommunityCycles _______________________________________________ Thethinktank mailing list Thethinktank(a)lists.bikecollectives.org To unsubscribe, send a blank email to TheThinkTank-leave(a)bikecollectives.org To manage your subscription, plase visit: http://lists.bikecollectives.org/listinfo.cgi/thethinktank-bikecollectives.…

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Executive Director job in Jackson, MI
by Scott TenBrink 01 Aug '13

01 Aug '13

Hoping that the info below might reach some cool people who want to work hard in a cool town. the ED oversees the Armory Bike Union, our version of a community bike shop. Thanks for sharing with others! Scott TenBrink Executive Director Fitness Council of Jackson * * 225 North Jackson St. Jackson, MI 49201 (517) 990-9798 scott(a)fitnesscouncil.org www.fitnesscouncil.org facebook.com/FitnessCouncil We are seeking applications for a new Executive Director of the Fitness Council of Jackson. Candidates should have a bachelor’s degree in related field (Nonprofit Administration, Urban Planning, Public Health, etc.), excellent written and oral communications skills, leadership and fundraising experience in a nonprofit setting, and familiarity with concepts of active living community environments. Full job description at www.fitnesscouncil.org. Please direct resumes and salary requirements to Fitness Council of Jackson, Search Committee, 225 N. Jackson St., Jackson, MI 49201 or email toinfo(a)fitnesscouncil.org. Position is open until filled. Full job description and application requirements<http://www.fitnesscouncil.org/downloads/ExecDirectorJobDescription2013.pdf> fitnesscouncil.org/downloads/ExecDirectorJobDescription2013.pdf

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Repair Checklist Tag
by director 30 Jul '13

30 Jul '13

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

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Experience with Surly Cargo Trailers (Bill or Ted Trailer)?
by Andrew Magill 30 Jul '13

30 Jul '13

Has anyone used either of the Surly trailers? We are thinking about purchasing the Bill trailer to haul a "mobile shop" as well as several complete bicycles. We would also consider a Bikes at Work Trailer but we can't get a discount from them. Any thoughts or stories please share! Thanks, Andrew SPOKES Bike Walk Connect MInneapolis

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What are your oddest part donation stories?
by David Eyer Davis 30 Jul '13

30 Jul '13

Hi All, The Bicycle Collective here in Salt Lake has been given the opportunity toexhibit a piece in the Leonardo Center's upcoming show <http://www.sites.si.edu/greenRevolution/> centered around resource conservation, it'll be a great PR/Exposure piece for collectives and is shaping up to be a lot of fun. Our concept for the show is to do is build up a badass/utilitarian 80's MTB intentionally from as many different sourced parts as possible. The finished bike is meticulous and considered from a functional and aesthetic perspective but is a total mongrel. The bike will hang in the exhibit on an old great Park Tool stand we've had donated recently. Behind the bike, we'll hang a full-size printout of the bike taken apart, all its parts exploded. Every part will be numbered, and correspond to a legend to the right of the picture. We're making up a narrative for the parts that typifies the Bike Collective experience: This fork came in on a crashed bike, this frame was from the police impound, this wheel from a local shop, derailers from a dusty box donated by an ex-racer, etc. We'd give the provence and era of the parts and anything significant info on them. What we'd love from you are the oddest part stories: Where did the strangest thing from your shop come from? Who donated it? why? did they make it themselves? If you could forward this around your organizations and have people send us their stories at info(a)bicyclecollective.org I'd appreciate it. Here're some previews of the project: http://instagram.com/p/b4B1RruA3f/ http://instagram.com/p/b7S90oOA-u/ Thanks, David Eyer Davis Executive Director Bicycle Collective c: 801-230-6308 www.bicyclecollective.org The mission of the Bicycle Collective is to promote cycling as an effective and sustainable form of transportation and as a cornerstone of a cleaner, healthier, and safer society. The Collective provides refurbished bicycles and educational programs to the community, focusing on children and lower income households.

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Anyone going to Interbike?
by Noah Chubb-Silverman 29 Jul '13

29 Jul '13

Anyone?

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Earn a Bike Outcomes Survey
by Andy Greif 29 Jul '13

29 Jul '13

Hi Think Tankers, Just wanted to send this link along to you as we have finally developed an outcomes measurement tool that we have been distributing to kids at the CBC <https://www.surveymonkey.com/s/YBXCC7Q> https://www.surveymonkey.com/s/YBXCC7Q. Much of the basis of the survey questions are grounded in several of the internal and external assets outlined in the Search Institute developmental asset model. You are welcome to use the survey as you wish. Let us know you experience with it. Take care, Andy Greif Andy Greif, Executive Director Mailing: P.O. Box 783, Biddeford, ME 04005 Shop: 284 Hill Street, Biddeford Shop Phone: 207-282-9700 Cell Phone: 207-229-8199 Website: <http://www.communitybike.net/> www.communitybike.net "Providing Opportunities for Youth to Grow"

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Fwd: On the road: Kids earn their keep, one pedal at a time
by Matthew VanSlyke 28 Jul '13

28 Jul '13

Great media coverage of Second Life Bikes in Asbury Park, NJ. See below. -Matt VanSlyke Utica (NY) Bike Rescue On the road: Kids earn their keep, one pedal at a time July 12, 2013 4:23 PM As part of our continuing series, "On the Road," Steve Hartman meets 11-year-old America Rice, who works as a bike mechanic at a non-profit on the Jersey shore where kids are rewarded with a free bicycle for their work. In N.J., kids earn a free ride by working for it<http://www.cbsnews.com/8301-18563_162-57593559/in-n.j-kids-earn-a-free-ride…> OR http://www.cbsnews.com/8301-18563_162-57593559/in-n.j-kids-earn-a-free-ride…

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Re: [TheThinkTank] Recycle-a-bike program: seeking other models, successes, failures and suggestions!
by Vernon Huffman 26 Jul '13

26 Jul '13

If you only have capacity for 15 bikes, don't let people know you're looking for unused bikes. Every effort I've been part of has been overwhelmed by donations. As they come in, decide which are worthy of your efforts, which have components you can use, and which go straight into recycling. Your standards will slide, depending upon what's donated. Disposing of unusable bikes & components should be part of the plan. Sorting stripped parts is always a challenge. Plan early, but stay flexible. Shelving units with reusable containers of various sizes can be very handy. Have a way to decide what you'll actually be able to use, so you don't end up storing junk that nobody wants. Selling parts has historically accounted for about half our income. You might want to get started now on a long term goal of finding a location with more storage. I suspect space will be your biggest constraint. ________________________________ From: "thethinktank-request(a)lists.bikecollectives.org" From: Jennifer Kay Hi! I am with La Bikery in Moncton, New Brunswick. We are in the initial stages of starting up a small scale recycle - a - bike program (storage capacity = 12-15 bikes). I am sure there are plenty of success stories already out there, so I am hoping to draw on some of your expertise. If you have any functioning models to share (or examples of what NOT to do!), I would be grateful to hear from you. Thank you, Jennifer Recycle-a-bike Coordinator, La Bikery

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Re: [TheThinkTank] Who's planning on Interbike?
by Scott Conlin 25 Jul '13

25 Jul '13

I may be going David and should know for sure next week. Thanks for the offer. Scott Conlin Boardmember, Bicycle Longmont Rocky Mountain Bicycle Festival G'Knight Ride Mark Friis <iebafriis(a)gmail.com> wrote: >_______________________________________________ >Thethinktank mailing list >Thethinktank(a)lists.bikecollectives.org >To unsubscribe, send a blank email to TheThinkTank-leave(a)bikecollectives.org >To manage your subscription, plase visit: >http://lists.bikecollectives.org/listinfo.cgi/thethinktank-bikecollectives.…

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Who's planning on Interbike?
by David Eyer Davis 24 Jul '13

24 Jul '13

Hi All, We're setting up the booth arrangements for the Bicycle Collective Network with Alliance for Biking and Walking and Interbike at the moment. I'd really like a full spectrum of the Bicycle Collective Network to be represented, does anyone have interest in attending the show with us, or is already attending it for other purposes? At this point I'm not sure where we're at with the number of badges we'll be able to secure, but let me know if you're interested in attending as a BCN rep. The show this year is at Mandalay Bay in Las Vegas, and runs from the 18th-20th of September, with the Outdoor Demo the preceding 2 days. Thanks, David Eyer Davis Executive Director Bicycle Collective c: 801-230-6308 www.bicyclecollective.org The mission of the Bicycle Collective is to promote cycling as an effective and sustainable form of transportation and as a cornerstone of a cleaner, healthier, and safer society. The Collective provides refurbished bicycles and educational programs to the community, focusing on children and lower income households.

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Hiring: Director of Operations in Salt Lake City
by David Eyer Davis 22 Jul '13

22 Jul '13

Hello Think Tank! Fancy moving to Salt Lake? We're pleased to announce we're hiring the Director of Operations for our Salt Lake Shop, and we want YOU for the job. Please review the job posting and forward it around to any potentially interested parties: http://www.bicyclecollective.org/en/component/content/article/1/386-slcbc-h… Thanks! David Eyer Davis Executive Director Bicycle Collective w: 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.

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Re: [TheThinkTank] oddest part donation stories
by Vernon Huffman 19 Jul '13

19 Jul '13

The oddest parts we ever had donated just appeared in the shop in a bucket. Nobody knew where they came from. They were beautifully machined sealed bearing sets, gears, and universal joints that appeared to fit into each other. We couldn't figure out where they came from or what they could be used for, but we all agreed somebody had worked very hard at creating them. Over the years, we've had some odd donations. Homemade bikes tend to stand out. We've had: * a recumbent made from parts of full-suspension Huffys by a novice welder; * a chopper with a fork so long that it was difficult to push around, much less ride; * a functional tall bike with the rebar used to extend the steering tube exposed by the angle iron used to extend the head tube. We've also had some beautiful bikes made by our members, but they haven't donated them yet. ________________________________ From: "thethinktank-request(a)lists.bikecollectives.org" From: David Eyer Davis <davey(a)bicyclecollective.org> Hi All, The Bicycle Collective here in Salt Lake has been given the opportunity toexhibit a piece in the Leonardo Center's upcoming show <http://www.sites.si.edu/greenRevolution/> centered around resource conservation, it'll be a great PR/Exposure piece for collectives and is shaping up to be a lot of fun. Our concept for the show is to do is build up a badass/utilitarian 80's MTB intentionally from as many different sourced parts as possible. The finished bike is meticulous and considered from a functional and aesthetic perspective but is a total mongrel. The bike will hang in the exhibit on an old great Park Tool stand we've had donated recently. Behind the bike, we'll hang a full-size printout of the bike taken apart, all its parts exploded. Every part will be numbered, and correspond to a legend to the right of the picture. We're making up a narrative for the parts that typifies the Bike Collective experience: This fork came in on a crashed bike, this frame was from the police impound, this wheel from a local shop, derailers from a dusty box donated by an ex-racer, etc. We'd give the provence and era of the parts and anything significant info on them. What we'd love from you are the oddest part stories: Where did the strangest thing from your shop come from? Who donated it? why? did they make it themselves? If you could forward this around your organizations and have people send us their stories at info(a)bicyclecollective.org I'd appreciate it. Here're some previews of the project: http://instagram.com/p/b4B1RruA3f/ http://instagram.com/p/b7S90oOA-u/ Thanks, David Eyer Davis Executive Director Bicycle Collective c: 801-230-6308 www.bicyclecollective.org The mission of the Bicycle Collective is to promote cycling as an effective and sustainable form of transportation and as a cornerstone of a cleaner, healthier, and safer society. The Collective provides refurbished bicycles and educational programs to the community, focusing on children and lower income households. ********************************************

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Need Statement?
by Paul Nagel 18 Jul '13

18 Jul '13

Hello, I'm writing up a Need Statement for our group and am coming up short. Below is the current draft, I'm going to prepare an annotated version as well but that's it at the moment. I'm finding lots of research supporting the need for improved infrastructure, and for cycling safety courses. What I am not finding after poking around a bit is research indicating the need for teaching mechanical skills to riders. I know from experience that these skills are important to riding with regularity and making bikes a reliable transportation choice. I know from what I've seen and heard that flat tires, bad bikes, and other mechanical woes that can be relieved with basic mechanical knowledge are often a deterrent. But if, for example, you read the US DOT Case Study No. 1 - Reasons Why Bicycling and Walking Are Not Being Used More Extensively as Travel Modes, or the University of British Columbia's Cycling in Cities research, you don't see mechanical concerns anywhere in their studies. I suspect it was not a part of their surveys, and thus not accounted for. Has anyone prepared a need statement for their mechanical /do-it-together workshops, and found research to support what we have seen to have significant value? -Paul The Bicycle Tree P.O. Box 11293 Santa Ana, CA 92711 http://www.thebicycletree.org info(a)thebicycletree.org Need Statement: In the United States, less than half of all adults and only 35.8% of high school students get enough aerobic physical activity to improve their health. Less than 2% of Americans cycle daily, and 5.3% ride a bike in a given week, even though 40% of all trips are two miles or less. 71% of Americans say they would like to bicycle more than they do now, and a Rodale Press survey found that 40 percent of those surveyed said they would commute by bike if safe facilities were available. The impact on health of our transportation choices is further felt in clear ways. Motor vehicle accidents are the leading cause of accidental death in the United States, and the leading cause of death for 15- to 24-year olds. Our transportation system consumes 70% of our crude oil, and is the second leading source of greenhouse gas emissions. The sum total of resources required for roadway, parking, and motor vehicle construction, production, and maintenance is immense. Changing our cities to move forward from older patterns requires community effort. A review of 139 studies concluded that substantial increases in bicycling require an integrated package of numerous interventions, including bike-specific infrastructure and pro-bicycle programs, as well as supportive land use planning. The Bicycle Tree exists to support bicyclists and create healthy bicycle-friendly communities through activities, advocacy and education. We take a variety of approaches, including engaging with decision-makers, involving the public in transportation planning, teaching bicycle safety and maintenance, and leading community bike rides, to bring about this much-needed change to the places where we live.

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Recycle-A-Bike in Providence Rhode Island Hiring a Program Director
by Jenna Johns-Yu 18 Jul '13

18 Jul '13

Hiring Recycle-A-Bike Program Director News released on: July 17th, 2013 Job Opening: Recycle-A-Bike Program Director Commitment: Part-time 30 hours/week; 2 years minimum; flexible hours Compensation: Starting salary at $18,000/year; No Benefits Application Process: Rolling Start Date: August 15 - Sept 15, 2013 Overview: The Recycle-A-Bike Programs Director will work closely with the RAB staff (mechanics and teachers), and will be primarily responsible for coordinating technical assistance and support to Recycle-A-Bikes programs and local partners. This position includes extensive communication, relationship building, training and facilitation, management of project monitoring systems, bike collections and sales, fundraising, and grant writing. Recycle-A-Bike promotes the use of bicycles as a means of transportation. We're looking for someone committed to contributing to and building that project. We offer several community programs, including our Open Shop, Providence-Based Youth Programs, Build-A-Bike, and Bike Valet. Through our programs, we partner with organizations like the Met High School, Providence After School Alliance, The International Institute of Rhode Island, The Woonasquatucket River Watershed Council, and The City of Providence to share our vision of creating a more just, sustainable and peaceful community. Recycle-A-Bike provides our partners with bicycles, training in bicycle mechanics, safe riding training, and organizational management, as well as extensive technical support assisting our partners to achieve expanded impacts, organizational sustainability and increased self-determined development. Bicycles are a powerful tool for increasing peoples' access to critical resources such as health, jobs, and education, for reinforcing peoples' dignity, community empowerment and human rights, and for achieving social and economic development that reduces inequality. Visit www.recycleabike.org for more information on our programs. JOB DESCRIPTION Recycle-A-Bike Programs Director This position reports to and works collaboratively with the Board of Directors and Key Members. This staff position makes up the core staffing of RAB. The Program Director is an entry-level position that offers on-the-job experiential training and opportunities for ongoing professional development. Primary Responsibilities Include: 1. Manage communications with our local partners - Weekly phone calls; ongoing email contact, meetings 2. Coordinate technical support and training - Strategic Planning; Financial Management; Administrative and Operational Systems; Monitoring and Evaluation Systems; Media and Communications; Networking and Resource Development 3. Grant Writing - Wintertime grant writing for organization needs. 4. Monitor project development and progress - Track partner progress according to project plan; modify curriculum for each partner 5. Write project reports - Use monitoring data to write grant reports; Share project reports with partners for feedback 5. Organize logistics transporting bicycles to schools, parks, sales, etc. - 4-8 sales a year, 40 bikes each; Volunteer coordination and supervision 6. Supervise Skilled Interns - Improvements to the RAB shop space and pilot shops in Riverside Park, and The Met School; Project planning. 7. Travel to partners on site visits - Relationship building, critical assessments, documentation, train and hire educators 8. Participate fully in Recycle-A-Bike as a staff member - Attend board and member meetings; Support activities and events; build the capacity of the organization to increase staff time. Qualifications: · Commitment to cycling and using bicycles as a transportation vehicle · 2-3 years work experience in the bicycle world or non-profit world, Social Entrepreneurship, Social Movement Activism, or related field · Bachelors Degree or Graduate Degree (preferred) in related field · Computer literacy and excellent writing skills · Outstanding communication and relationship-building skills · Demonstrated commitment to leadership development and community empowerment · Experience with community organizing strategies · Project management skills - experience implementing projects from start to finish · Self-starting initiative and creativity in work plan design · Demonstrated skills in working as part of an active and dynamic team · Systems oriented: ability to engage existing systems and create new systems · Spanish language skills preferred · Bicycle mechanics skills a plus (including interest to learn bike mechanics) How to Apply: 1. Review the Recycle-A-Bike website to first ensure that your values align 2. Send a Cover Letter and Resume describing your interest in the position and any relevant experience to Jenna Yu, Program Director at jenna(a)recycleabike.org 3. You will receive an email acknowledging receipt of your application, and more information on next steps 4. If you have any questions about the position, please feel free to contact Jenna Yu at 401-525-1822 5. This is a rolling application process, and we will continue to receive applications until we find the right candidate for the position Thank you, and we look forward to your application! Recycle-A-Bike is an equal opportunity employer and actively seeks a diverse staff reflective of the communities it serves. -- Jenna Yu Recycle-A-Bike: Program Director 12 Library Court (Olneyville Square) Providence, RI 02909 p. 401.525.1822 c. 510.541.7753 www.recycleabike.org the RaB facebook<http://www.facebook.com/home.php?#%21/pages/Providence-RI/RECYCLE-A-BIKE/14…> Watch our new short film! <http://vimeo.com/53962219>

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Recycle-a-bike program: seeking other models, successes, failures and suggestions!
by Jennifer Kay 18 Jul '13

18 Jul '13

Hi! I am with La Bikery in Moncton, New Brunswick. We are in the initial stages of starting up a small scale recycle - a - bike program (storage capacity = 12-15 bikes). I am sure there are plenty of success stories already out there, so I am hoping to draw on some of your expertise. If you have any functioning models to share (or examples of what NOT to do!), I would be grateful to hear from you. Thank you, Jennifer Recycle-a-bike Coordinator, La Bikery

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BikeBike.org - Looking for some collaborators‏
by Godwin ! 17 Jul '13

17 Jul '13

Following up on Momoko's previous email, I'd like to stress that the current site, although working, is not in an ideal state. This has been due to several factors but not least of all that it was mainly built by a two person team but also limitations due to some of the tools chosen and our current hosting provider. We are going to start a rebuild using Rails and we are looking for anyone who can help out, mainly with development but also in the areas of site design, identity development, server administration (hosting recommendations if you've got any), user experience and just about anything else that may help us in these early stages. We will be reaching out eventually for testers and translators but for now this will be on hold. The current site will remain working and maintained until development catches up and we can make the move flawlessly but further (although much needed) enhancements are on hold until then. If you are, or know someone who might be interested in helping out, you can take a look at the project on github: github.com/bikebike/BikeBike. Let's keep extended discussion off the list, we will be starting weekly meetings this Sunday at 1pm eastern, 10pm pacific most likely on google hangouts (if you want to help out, we're not demanding you to attend every week). You can contact me or Momoko to get on that call or to simply get more information. Regards,godwin

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Detroit's North End Community Bike Shop Fundraiser and Bike Drive
by Marshall Symons 17 Jul '13

17 Jul '13

- *We are the Red Planet Bicycle Collective. Our mission is to mobilize the Seven Mile and Woodward area by providing access to donated bikes, tools and parts while teaching bicycle repair. * * * *Through hands-on workshops the community will learn how to build and maintain a bicycle, safely navigate the road, and experience the freedom that transportation delivers. * - https://www.facebook.com/events/206048532885659/ - Come by to see some sweet bicycle/freedom/mobility related art pieces, donate your old bikes (or someone elses old bikes) and listen to the sweet tunes of Blood & Honey, Great Green Room, and DJ set by Psyence Tribes Mars Psyence<https://www.facebook.com/psymars?directed_target_id=0> . Help make our community a better place to be! - Paypal donations can be made to FIREWEEDUNIVERSECITY(a)gmail.com Red Planet Bike Coop is a part of the revitalizations efforts of FIREWEEDUNIVERSECITY.ORG Imagine a place, completely desolate and abandoned, devastated and burnt-out. Imagine a third-world-country, post-apocalyptic-feeling neighborhood, within Detroit City Limits, waiting for the right group of people to gather together to create lasting change and a positive impact that will forever change the way we live. Imagine working together to transcend limitations and lift that broken place into a community that is sustainable, in line with the highest good of all people and all beings, and that will provide not only all of life’s basic necessities, but will encourage people to reach their fullest human potential, so that together we may grow into a life of sustained abundance, prosperity, and conscious evolution. Together we have the power to manifest dreams into reality, to create Heaven on Earth, and to live harmoniously with each other and with our planet, so that our children and our children’s children may experience a life full of Bliss, Creativity, and Fullness. Imagine that ghetto within Detroit becoming an example to the rest of the world that real change is possible, that we as human beings are capable of being sovereign, beautiful creatures that can reclaim our divinity and our birth right to Life, Liberty, and the Pursuit of Happiness.

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Fwd: New Bikebike website and registration
by momoko saunders 17 Jul '13

17 Jul '13

Dear think tank Have you been to the Bikebike website yet? We're trying something new this year and I'd like to take a moment to explain some of the difference. In the past, every new host of Bikebike would rebuild the website from scratch, create their own special way of registering and communicating with the people attending. At the end of Bikebike, the website keys would be pass on, and all the work and data of the previous year would be lost. For this years Bikebike, we are attempting to create a permanent site, which can handle registration and workshops. We know there's been some issues with the site, and there are bound to be a few more bugs that pop up. We're sorry! Please be patient! In the very bike collective spirit, this is an all volunteer run project. This is a project that has largely been facilitated by two people, Godwin and myself. We're big data nerds and we have a dream of an accurate count of active bike collectives and the people who are involved in them. We dream of a website that holds the history of this amazing event. We dream big, and we may need some help achieving this... If you haven't registered on BikeBike<https://www.bikebike.org/user/register>, please take a moment to do so. If you have questions or concerns, please feel free to email us <analyst(a)bikebike.org>. If you have ideas about how this website should be or you want to help out with building it and making it wonderful, we welcome your input. Thanks for your time! -Momoko

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Recycle-a-bike program: seeking other models, successes, failures, suggestions!
by Jennifer Kay 17 Jul '13

17 Jul '13

Hi! I am with La Bikery in Moncton, New Brunswick. We are in the initial stages of starting up a small scale recycle - a - bike program (storage capacity = 12-15 bikes). I am sure there are plenty of success stories already out there, so I am hoping to draw on some of your expertise. If you have any functioning models to share (or examples of what NOT to do!), I would be grateful to hear from you. Thank you, Jennifer Recycle-a-bike Coordinator, La Bikery

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League Job Opening: Equity Initiative Manager
by Carolyn Szczepanski 16 Jul '13

16 Jul '13

Hey folks- The League has a new staff position opening: Equity Initiative Manager. Through its Equity Initiative<https://www.bikeleague.org/content/equity-initiative>, the League seeks to engage and be led by women, youth and leaders of color — and bridge the current gap between diverse communities and bicycle advocates. A new staff position, this experienced community organizer will work closely with the League’s Equity Advisory Council<https://www.bikeleague.org/content/equity-advisory-council-2>; cultivate effective local and national partnerships; partner internally to incorporate equity into the League’s operations and programming; and produce reports and resources to advance bicycle equity nationwide. Read the full description at the link below: https://www.bikeleague.org/content/league-seeks-equity-initiative-manager Thanks in advance for helping to circulate through your networks! *CAROLYN SZCZEPANSKI*, *Director of Communications, Women Bike* CAROLYN(a)BIKELEAGUE.ORG | 202-621-5452 *THE LEAGUE OF AMERICAN BICYCLISTS* WWW.BIKELEAGUE.ORG <http://www.bikeleague.org> TWITTER <https://twitter.com/BikeLeague> | FACEBOOK<http://www.facebook.com/leagueamericanbicyclists> | YOUTUBE <http://www.youtube.com/user/bikeleaguevideo> *May is National Bike Month; Learn more here!<http://www.bikeleague.org/programs/bikemonth/> *

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Question about pricing
by Jeff DeQuattro 15 Jul '13

15 Jul '13

Hey there! This is my first email to The Think Tank and I've very much enjoyed learning about how all the community bike shops around the country operate. We had our Grand Opening of the Delta Bike Project in Mobile, Alabama last night. We have a motivated group of young and old volunteers that have been working over the past year to get this bicycle cooperative going. This is an experiment for us, although we've had significant help and input from Plan B in New Orleans and Bici Coop in Birmingham. Last night we had over 100 people stop by and celebrate with us. It seems that the pricing structure for parts is different among many co-ops. It would be very helpful if you all could share with us your pricing structure for parts - used and new. We are working over the weekend to price out our existing parts and plan for the ones we receive in the future. Thanks! Jeff DeQuattro Delta Bike Project Mobile, Alabama

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Insurance related to sales?
by Martin, Eric Vance 15 Jul '13

15 Jul '13

We are working on a written pricing policy, so I was interested in Jeff DeQuattro's post a few days ago. I noticed in the Wiki a mention of insurance: "For bike and part sales you need to make sure you have proper Insurance<http://www.bikecollectives.org/wiki/index.php?title=Insurance>". However, following the link, it wasn't clear to me which of the subtypes of insurance was relevant to sales. Can anyone explain this? Thanks.

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bike!bike! 2013 contacting ... anyone?
by Martin, Eric Vance 13 Jul '13

13 Jul '13

I have registered on the site, and I cannot figure out how to register for the conference, propose workshops, or contact the admins/organizers. I have the ability to send messages but there's no list of users. Does anyone know who I should contact? Sorry about spamming the whole world for this purpose, but it seems like this should be easier.

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Community Cycles is Hiring Part Time Bike Mechanics
by director 13 Jul '13

13 Jul '13

Find out more at our website http://communitycycles.org Ride On! -- Rich Points http://communitycycles.org Executive Director (c)303-589-0597 (w)720-565-6019 Community Cycles is Boulder's only bike shop dedicated to bike commuting. Find us on facebook https://www.facebook.com/CommunityCycles

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RBP Seeking Program Director
by Reno Bikes 12 Jul '13

12 Jul '13

The Reno Bike Project is a 501(c)3 non-profit community bike shop. Reno Bike Project achieves its mission by: Making cycling more accessible to the public through recycling and recirculation of used bikes into the community at affordable prices. Encouraging self-sufficiency by holding bike mechanics workshops and by providing a space for community members to repair their own bicycles rather than incur maintenance costs. Encourage bicycle activism by promoting and producing cycling related events for a variety of audiences. Advocating for cycling rights and cycling growth in the Truckee Meadows by working with public officials and other organizations that are key players in transportation planning. Complementing other local groups to encourage youth safety and cycling-related arts and culture, and contributing to Reno's continual growth as a diverse and vibrant community. Keeping an open mind to all cycling needs and ideas and helping to facilitate positive growth. The Program Managers duties include: 1. Provide leadership in development of RBP's programming. 2. Ensure that all programming represents and achieves RBP's mission and vision. 3. Investigate and work to develop all feasible new programming possibilities. 4. Maintain a working knowledge of significant developments in the environment surrounding RBP and it's mission. 5. Work with all program committees (Education, Events, Advocacy) to ensure that all programs are executed and developed successfully and completely Communication Responsibilities: 1. Advocate in support of the vision of RBP to agencies, organizations, and the general public. 2. Organize Outreach Events 3. Publicize RBP's activities, events, programs and goals. 4. Affectively and continually communicate about the status of all programming with Executive Director (i.e. finance, volunteer/staff levels, development.) Scope of Work 1. Ensure that adequate funds are available to permit the organization to carry out its work. 2. Compile all required reporting from federal and foundation granting agencies for applicable programs. 3. Ensure there are enough volunteer's and/or staff for all events and programs. 4. Encourage staff and volunteer development and education, and assist program staff in relating their specialized work to the organization. 5. Recruit, support and supervise AmeriCorps VISTA members. 6. Working with the Executive Director, to seek out, research, write, and manage all feasible fundraising opportunities. Skill Requirements 1. Bachelor's Degree 2. 2 years non-profit experience. 3. Experience in writing and reporting on private foundation grants as well as local, state and federal granting agencies. 4. Experience with recruiting, hiring and supervising staff members. 5. Any combination of the above skills will be taken into consideration. The Reno Bike Project is an equal opportunity employer. Compensation DOE. To apply please send resume to renobikeproject(a)gmail.com -- Wed-Fri 11am-6pm Sat 10am-4pm 541 E. 4th Street. Reno, NV 89512 775.323.4488 donate via paypal: http://www.renobikeproject.com/index.php/donate/ Follow us on Flickr: http://www.flickr.com/photos/renobikeproject/ Please let us know if you would like to unsubscribe to our email list.

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Re: [TheThinkTank] Thethinktank Digest, Vol 83, Issue 3
by John Brown 09 Jul '13

09 Jul '13

As an alternative, you might check to see if your state has a nonprofit umbrella organization. In CA, for instance, the California Association of Nonprofits offers some fairly affordable insurance policies through an insurance co. On Tue, Jul 9, 2013 at 3:38 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 Questions (Affordable Bikes Re-Cyclery) > 2. Re: Insurance Questions (Anna Carrigan) > 3. Re: Insurance Questions (Matt VanSlyke) > > > ---------------------------------------------------------------------- > > Message: 1 > Date: Mon, 8 Jul 2013 20:36:44 -0400 > From: Affordable Bikes Re-Cyclery <affordablebikesrecyclery(a)gmail.com> > To: The Think Tank <thethinktank(a)lists.bikecollectives.org> > Subject: Re: [TheThinkTank] Insurance Questions > Message-ID: > < > CAO9mL_4_ZLohEGS_VPcWy9Hphf_ufaPtr9oZJhNwWcrUT5F+VQ(a)mail.gmail.com> > Content-Type: text/plain; charset="iso-8859-1" > > Dear Mike, > Sure, the shop number is 216 334-BIKE or have them email me for my cell > phone. > Thanks! > nozomi > > On Mon, Jul 8, 2013 at 4:37 PM, Mike Samuelson < > mike(a)peoplepoweredmovement.org> wrote: > > > Hi Think Tank, > > > > As some of you may know, the Alliance has been trying to develop an > > insurance package that fits the needs of community bike shops for a > little > > while now. We first tried working with McKay Insurance Company, but that > > didn't end up working, and we are now in talks with Gales Creek Insurance > > to try and create a program. > > > > The folks at Gales Creek are interested in speaking with a few leaders of > > shops to learn more about some of the past problems they've had with > > acquiring insurance (they currently work with a few shops, but they said > > there haven't been any large problems with writing those policies and are > > interested in learning what some issues have been). These conversations > > would NOT be sales pitches, they are an opportunity for Gales Creek to > > learn more about the needs of community bike shops as we work together to > > try and develop a package that fits the needs of shops. > > > > If you are willing to speak with the folks at Gales Creek, please let me > > know. > > > > Thanks, > > Mike > > > > -- > > Mike Samuelson > > Member Services and Open Streets Coordinator > > Alliance for Biking & Walking > > mike(a)peoplepoweredmovement.org > > (202) 449 9692 x 7 > > > > P.O. Box 65150 > > Washington, DC 20035 > > > > Twitter <https://twitter.com/open_streets> | Facebook< > https://www.facebook.com/openstreetsproject> > > > > *We're holding the first National Open Streets Training August 9-11 in > > Minneapolis! Register Today!< > http://www.peoplepoweredmovement.org/site/index.php/site/Open_Streets_Train… > > > > * > > > > _______________________________________________ > > Thethinktank mailing list > > Thethinktank(a)lists.bikecollectives.org > > To unsubscribe, send a blank email to > > TheThinkTank-leave(a)bikecollectives.org > > To manage your subscription, plase visit: > > > > > http://lists.bikecollectives.org/listinfo.cgi/thethinktank-bikecollectives.… > > > > >

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Insurance Questions
by Mike Samuelson 09 Jul '13

09 Jul '13

Hi Think Tank, As some of you may know, the Alliance has been trying to develop an insurance package that fits the needs of community bike shops for a little while now. We first tried working with McKay Insurance Company, but that didn't end up working, and we are now in talks with Gales Creek Insurance to try and create a program. The folks at Gales Creek are interested in speaking with a few leaders of shops to learn more about some of the past problems they've had with acquiring insurance (they currently work with a few shops, but they said there haven't been any large problems with writing those policies and are interested in learning what some issues have been). These conversations would NOT be sales pitches, they are an opportunity for Gales Creek to learn more about the needs of community bike shops as we work together to try and develop a package that fits the needs of shops. If you are willing to speak with the folks at Gales Creek, please let me know. Thanks, Mike -- Mike Samuelson Member Services and Open Streets Coordinator Alliance for Biking & Walking mike(a)peoplepoweredmovement.org (202) 449 9692 x 7 P.O. Box 65150 Washington, DC 20035 Twitter <https://twitter.com/open_streets> | Facebook<https://www.facebook.com/openstreetsproject> *We're holding the first National Open Streets Training August 9-11 in Minneapolis! Register Today!<http://www.peoplepoweredmovement.org/site/index.php/site/Open_Streets_Train…> *

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Re: [TheThinkTank] Cleaning bikes
by troy neiman 01 Jul '13

01 Jul '13

We use watered down simple green for general cleaning. Never really had a problem with it. Cheap, non-toxic, and effective parts cleaner- Remove parts, put in 5 gallon bucket, cover with boiling water and a touch of dish soap or simple green, oscillate for a few min and rinse. Works great for getting old crud build up off of hard to reach spots. PS, Dont use simple green to clean old Schwinn frames. The ones with the painted on white Schwinn letters seem to wipe off with simple green even if its lasted for 40+ years. Troy Neiman, BICAS Tucson AZ ----- Original Message ----- From: Jon Sher Sent: 06/21/13 11:44 AM To: The Think Tank Subject: [TheThinkTank] Cleaning bikes I read that Simple Green is too alkaline for cleaning bikes. Does antone have a better suggestion? Jon Sher Worcester Earn A Bike http://www.worcesterearnabike.org https://www.facebook.com/ https://www.facebook.com/BoiseBicycleProject Worcestereabike Sent from my iPad

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Cleaning bikes
by Jon Sher 26 Jun '13

26 Jun '13

I read that Simple Green is too alkaline for cleaning bikes. Does antone have a better suggestion? Jon Sher Worcester Earn A Bike www.worcesterearnabike.org https://www.facebook.com/Worcestereabike Sent from my iPad

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Bikes Not Bombs - Hiring International Programs Coordinator
by David Branigan 21 Jun '13

21 Jun '13

Hi Everyone, Bikes Not Bombs is now hiring for a new full-time position, the International Programs Coordinator. I'm contacting you to ask for your support in sharing this job ad with your extended network to help us find a pool of excellent candidates for the position. https://bikesnotbombs.org/news/hiring-international-programs-coordinator Here is a brief overview of the position: The International Programs Coordinator will work closely with the International Programs Director at our Boston office, and will be primarily responsible for coordinating technical assistance and support to Bikes Not Bombs international partners in Africa, Latin America and the Caribbean. This position includes extensive cross-cultural communication, relationship building, training and facilitation, management of project monitoring systems, container loading logistics organizing and some international travel. The application process is rolling, and we aim to hire by September 1st - October 15th. Please consider posting the link to this job ad on your social media and related email lists, and also sending it directly to people you know that may be interested to apply. Thank you so much for your support! Peace, -- David Branigan International Programs Director www.bikesnotbombs.org 617-522-0222 x103 **************************** Bikes Not Bombs promotes bicycle technology as a concrete alternative to war and environmental destruction. For 28 years, BNB has been a nexus of bike recycling and community empowerment both in lower income neighborhoods of Boston and in the nations of the Global South. BNB's programs involve young people and adults in mutually respectful leadership development and environmental stewardship, while recycling 6,000 bicycles annually.

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Online Donations through Facebook
by Jimmy Hallyburton 20 Jun '13

20 Jun '13

Thought I would share a resource the Boise Bicycle Project has started using to get more online donations. A local Boise company called Social Good Network does a bunch of online donation services, but the one that has been a big hit with us is there Facebook Donation App. They don't charge anything to set it up. Just take the usual transaction fees that most services do. The cool thing is that you can feature a video/pictures/story kind of like Kick Starter. Thought I would share the tool, because to has worked out better than our donation services in the past http://www.socialgoodnetwork.com/ You can preview what it looks like without actually making a donation on the Boise Bicycle Project's facebook page https://www.facebook.com/BoiseBicycleProject. The Button is next to where your photo albums button is. Keep up the good work everyone. -- Thanks, Jimmy Hallyburton Executive Director Boise Bicycle Project (208)-429-6520 1027 Lusk St Boise, ID 83702 www.boisebicycleproject.org .……………......…….__o .………………...…….>,\ ~~~~~~~~~~~~~( · ) / ( · ) Join the Boise Bicycle Project's Free Spirit Newsletter list by going to www.boisebicycleproject.org/Newsletter

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Unsubscribe
by Anna Marie Williams 20 Jun '13

20 Jun '13

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City Support for Community Bike Shops
by Mary Lauran Hall 20 Jun '13

20 Jun '13

Hey everybody, What if more cities paid rent for community bike shops? There's huge potential for more cities to invest in the growth of local community bike shops. But first, we need to get a better sense of what cities are already doing - and where there's room to improve. The Alliance for Biking & Walking is teaming up with the League of American Bicyclists to find out more about how cities work with community bike shops around the U.S. and Canada. Please offer input on how your city helps -- or doesn't help -- your community bike shop. <http://www.surveymonkey.com/s/CommBikeShop> Using feedback from this survey, we'll be better able to advise cities on how aid community bike shops and foster increased collaboration between cities and shops. The survey results will also help improve questions about support for community bike shops in future Bicycle Friendly Community surveys. The League's Bicycle Friendly Community Program (BFC) provides a roadmap to improve conditions for bicycling in communities and offers national recognition for cities that support bicycling. Asking about city support for community bike shops in a future survey could help encourage more cities to form beneficial partnerships with shops. But first, we need to get a sense of how community bike shops are currently working with cities. Could you offer input from your shop's perspective? http://www.surveymonkey.com/s/CommBikeShopTest<http://www.surveymonkey.com/s/CommBikeShop> Thanks so much, and ride on! Best, Mary Lauran -- Mary Lauran Hall Communications Manager Alliance for Biking & Walking mlhall(a)peoplepoweredmovement.org (202) 642 - 6617 P.O. Box 65150 Washington, DC 20035 *We've got big plans for 2013. Join or renew<http://www.peoplepoweredmovement.org/site/index.php/membership/welcome/> with the Alliance today!*

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Re: [TheThinkTank] shop air quality
by Vernon Huffman 17 Jun '13

17 Jun '13

Our shop has plenty of air flow year round, so smell hasn't been an issue. Luckily it doesn't get that cold here. What is the source of the smell? Do you need to contain your degreaser more tightly or scale back the use of toxic chemicals and aerosols? Is it time to have a chat with some of the mechanics and volunteers about personal hygiene? Bicycles shouldn't smell bad. Commercial bike shops don't generally have an odor issue. What's different about your shop? From: Mark Rehder <mark(a)re-cycles.ca> Hi all, During the warmer months we have a few doors open so the stink in our shop is not so bad, but when all sealed up during our cold winters it's not ideal. We've thought about a large filter unit, and it has also been suggested to use a large exhaust fan, though that would also waste heat. How does your shop deal with this? Thanks, Mark Rehder - Coordinator re-Cycles Community Bike Shop http://re-cycles.ca

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