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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 21 Aug '13

21 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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