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Re workshop layout
by Geoffrey Smart 09 May '18

09 May '18

Hi Ulick I accidentally marked the video private due to this being my first Youtube attempt.. It is now public so the link should work as it clicked through for me on another persons phone. Regards Geoff

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Re workshop layout
by Geoffrey Smart 08 May '18

08 May '18

Hi All, Someone asking for hints on setting up a workshop has prompted me to post this video on youtube.https://youtu.be/ioiEZ7pot-E <https://youtu.be/ioiEZ7pot-E> It is both the story of how we moved although once I shot it on the phone I realised I had not remembered everything and bikes are my thing not videos. But more particularly it is a thank you to all the people from community bike shops around the globe who emailed me with hints that we could use when moving, I hope this helps Ulick and anyone else who intends moving. As we moved last October it is still fresh in my memory. Some things I did not mention in the video and for which we received as hints :- If possible put in insulation, lights ceiling fans ( the flickering in the video) and power points before moving in as it is really difficult to retrofit. Buy the best work stands you can afford. If you are falling behind schedule, your volunteers are flagging and if you have the funds use tradesmen to complete difficult technical tasks. There is nothing worse than clients and volunteers coming to a closed workshop. We closed for one day and had every volunteer and friend help us move that day. The rest of the time we split our volunteers in to 2 groups. The moving group and those who continued to work on bikes. Signs and labels everywhere to make it easy for newcomers. Many people are embarrassed to always be asking where items are situated and labels enable volunteers to learn the name of parts and tools themselves. Finally use your volunteers non- bicycle skills, One of ours is an architect who laid out the space, another who was a demolition guy helped to bring down walls safely and those with welding skills helped with the racks. Thanks again to you all Geoff Smart

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test new subscriber
by Jim Bledsoe 07 May '18

07 May '18

hey everybody

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Bike Church seeks collective member
by Bike Church Santa Cruz 07 May '18

07 May '18

Hi all, We've got an opening for a mechanic/collective member. Detail are on our website. Thanks! Elaine -- Come check us out: Monday 1-7 Tuesday 1-7 Wednesday 1-7 Thursday 1-7 Friday CLOSED Saturday 12-5 Womyn, Trans, and Femme Workshop. 1st and 3rd Sunday 12-3 The Bike Church 703 Pacific Avenue Santa Cruz, CA 95060 831/425-BIKE bikechurch(a)santacruzhub.org <https://www.avast.com/sig-email?utm_medium=email&utm_source=link&utm_campai…> Virus-free. www.avast.com <https://www.avast.com/sig-email?utm_medium=email&utm_source=link&utm_campai…> <#DAB4FAD8-2DD7-40BB-A1B8-4E2AA1F9FDF2>

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Are any of your orgs. tied to other community-building initiatives?
by Sue Plummer 06 May '18

06 May '18

Here's a wild hair of a question, perhaps: Do any of you operate in conjunction with another effort/cause/concept? Our neighborhood is a food desert as of March 2017, a historically diverse neighborhood, and an urban neighborhood on the brink of a whole lotta development. Many of us want it to remain truly diverse and make it an equitable, affordable place to live, and many of us are involved in multiple efforts (community gardens, food desert issues, local school support, broad historical research, etc.). Are any of you combining your efforts along with the bicycle part of things? Thanks! Sue P. WheelHouse Cincy

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workshop layout
by Ulick O'Beirne 04 May '18

04 May '18

Hi there guys- We're in the process of looking for a premises and would love to hear and see what thoughts others might have put in to designing and building their workshops- and if you want to show off some really good pictures that'd be great too! Much obliged, Ulick

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"Bicycle / Race" and a Special Discount for Us!
by Josh Bisker 04 May '18

04 May '18

Hiyeeee everyone! The ever-amazing Adonia Lugo has just released a new book called Bicycle / Race <https://microcosmpublishing.com/catalog/books/7833> about Los Angeles! It looks freaking amazing. I reached out to the good folks at Microcosm Publishing to ask about a discount code for us all, since Bike!Bike! will be headed to LA. They wrote back with a hearty yes! Here's a note from bike writer hero Elly Blue: The response to this book has been really tremendous and heartwarming. I've > loved working on it and hope everyone loves reading it just as much! Please > let Bike!Bike! folks know they can use the coupon BIKEBIKEBIKEBIKE to get > 15% off their order. I wish I could make it to this event, by the way -- > Areli in LA was telling me about it, and it sounds dreamy. Have the best > time, and keep up the amazing work. So get your discount copies and we can all arrive in LA better versed in what's going on with bikes and race and everything else there. Feel free to send a thank-you to Elly or Kristine at Microcosm, too :) Josh Josh Bisker 914-500-9890 New York Mechanical Gardens Bike Co-op <http://bikecoop.nyc/> 596 Acres <http://596acres.org/> Bindlestiff Family Cirkus <http://bindlestiff.org/> ---------- Forwarded message ---------- From: Kristine Anstine <kristine(a)microcosmpublishing.com> Date: Fri, May 4, 2018 at 12:46 PM Subject: Fwd: Bicycle / Race ~ NEW from Microcosm Publishing! To: kristine(a)microcosmpublishing.com Dear People, We are pleased to announce the arrival of our newest book, BICYCLE / RACE <https://microcosmpublishing.com/catalog/books/7833>: Author Adonia Lugo (founding member of CicLAvia) was a contributor to Bikequity <https://microcosmpublishing.com/catalog/books/6678/> and Bikenomics <https://microcosmpublishing.com/catalog/books/4418/>, which you got in the past. This is her best, most personal, comprehensive, *and* most actively inspiring writing to date. Of course, we also have our beautiful new Classic Bicycle Coloring Book <https://microcosmpublishing.com/catalog/books/7046>, the gorgeous Boneshaker <https://microcosmpublishing.com/catalog/books/8323/> imports, bike t-shirts <https://microcosmpublishing.com/catalog/tshirts?subject=bike> , zines <https://microcosmpublishing.com/catalog/zines?subject=bike> like the awesome Velo Vixen <https://microcosmpublishing.com/catalog/zines/5980> , and stickers <https://microcosmpublishing.com/catalog/stickers?subject=bike> , stickers, stickers! <https://microcosmpublishing.com/catalog/stickers?subject=bike> Please let us know if you need any assistance with a wholesale order. Best Regards, *Kristine & Jeri* *Microcosm Wholesale* *Kristine: 917-277-9435 * kristine@microcosm publishing.com *Jeri: 503-333-4722* j eri(a)microcosmpublishing.com *Microcosm Publishing <http://microcosmpublishing.com/>* is made in the USA!| <https://maps.google.com/?q=the+USA!%7C%C2%A0+2752+N+Williams+Ave.+Portland,…>2752 N Williams Ave. Portland, OR 97227 <https://maps.google.com/?q=the+USA!%7C%C2%A0+2752+N+Williams+Ave.+Portland,…> **

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Kickstand Community Bike Shop is Hiring a Program Coordinator!
by Kickstand 02 May '18

02 May '18

Hey all, Kickstand Community Bike shop in East Vancouver looking for 1 full-time or 2 part-time Program Coordinator(s). Here's our job posting <https://www.goodwork.ca/jobs/job-in-vancouver-bc-community-cycling-programs…> if you or someone you know might be interested in applying. Deadline is June 1st Have a good one, Becca *Kickstand Community Bikes* 1739 Venables Street, Vancouver, BC, V5L 2H3 <https://goo.gl/maps/5HK3GtdanMv> *Hours of Operation* M • W • F: 5pm to 9pm Sunday: 1pm to 5pm WGQT Night: 2nd & 4th Tuesday of the month, 6:30-8:30pm kickstandbikes(a)gmail.com eastvankickstand.org Facebook <https://www.facebook.com/Eastvan.Kickstand> • Twitter <https://twitter.com/kickstandbikes> • Instagram <https://www.instagram.com/kickstandcommunitybikes/>

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Re: [TheThinkTank] "payment" for pop-up repair sessions (Angel York) & (Sarah FioRito)
by Sue Plummer 02 May '18

02 May '18

Excellent Suggestions, Sarah and Angel! Thanks to everyone for the helpful ideas!! Sue P. WheelHouse Cincy On Wed, May 2, 2018 at 4:04 PM, < thethinktank-request(a)lists.bikecollectives.org> wrote: > Send Thethinktank mailing list submissions to > thethinktank(a)lists.bikecollectives.org > > To subscribe or unsubscribe via the World Wide Web, visit > http://lists.bikecollectives.org/listinfo.cgi/thethinktank- > bikecollectives.org > > 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: "payment" for pop-up repair sessions (Sarah FioRito) > 2. Re: "payment" for pop-up repair sessions (Angel York) > 3. Re: Thethinktank Digest, Vol 140, Issue 1 (Lawrence Mohammed) > > > ---------- Forwarded message ---------- > From: Sarah FioRito <sarah.fiorito(a)gmail.com> > To: ron.kellis(a)velocitycoop.org, The Think Tank < > thethinktank(a)lists.bikecollectives.org> > Cc: > Bcc: > Date: Tue, 1 May 2018 13:48:43 -0700 > Subject: Re: [TheThinkTank] "payment" for pop-up repair sessions > > > I might suggest that folks working in a community bike shop setting use > neither the word "client" nor "customer" but rather "community member," > "friend" or "patron." > > I personally never use the word customer when in the shop and encourage > other facilitators to do the same. The word customer reduces the > relationship between the shop and the community member to a financial > transaction. As many of us are in the work from the ethos of supporting > access, creating vibrant community spaces, etc, rather than seeing our work > as a business transaction, finding alternatives to the word customer may be > of interest since that term is pretty specific to a certain type of > relationship. > > > > On Thu, Apr 26, 2018 at 10:52 AM, Ron Kellis <ron.kellis(a)velocitycoop.org> > wrote: > >> One of the things we have done is to make up an 11X17" poster (easy to >> print) listing what a donation will buy: >> >> And as another suggested, you can put a thermometer poster on the >> donation jar with how much you are trying to raise and whee you are at. >> >> On Mon, Apr 23, 2018 at 9:19 AM, Sue Plummer <scplummer65(a)gmail.com> >> wrote: >> >>> HI Folks, >>> >>> I'm part of a start-up effort in an urban neighborhood in Cincinnati. >>> We hope to have our own shop, one day, where we will rebuild and sell >>> bikes, affordably. In the meantime, we have pop-up repair sessions (2 >>> Saturdays/month) planned for the spring/summer, this year. >>> >>> We did a few of these part of last summer, but didn't charge anything. >>> I am not completely comfortable with that, and would like to ask clients to >>> offer something in exchange. i'd love any ideas about this. >>> >>> Thanks! >>> >>> Sue Plummer >>> WheelHouse Cincy >>> >>> ____________________________________ >>> >>> The ThinkTank mailing List >>> >>> Unsubscribe from this list here: http://lists.bikecollectives.o >>> rg/options.cgi/thethinktank-bikecollectives.org >>> >>> >>> >> >> >> -- >> Ron Kellis | Véloteer & Basic Maintenance Instructor | VéloCity Bicycle >> Co-op | 2111 Mt. Vernon Ave., Alexandria, VA 22301 | velocitycoop.org | >> +1 (703) 549-1108 >> >> ____________________________________ >> >> The ThinkTank mailing List >> >> Unsubscribe from this list here: http://lists.bikecollectives.o >> rg/options.cgi/thethinktank-bikecollectives.org >> >> >> > > > ---------- Forwarded message ---------- > From: Angel York <aniola(a)gmail.com> > To: The Think Tank <thethinktank(a)lists.bikecollectives.org> > Cc: "ron.kellis(a)velocitycoop.org" <ron.kellis(a)velocitycoop.org> > Bcc: > Date: Tue, 1 May 2018 15:19:15 -0600 > Subject: Re: [TheThinkTank] "payment" for pop-up repair sessions > Offhand, i have seen a lot of range. > - Vague, pay what you can > - $5/day, $50/year > - $5/hour, $20/month, $60/year, $200/lifetime > > One I saw that I thought was a very bad idea was to charge based on level > of experience. They charged beginners a lot more, which probably means > their patrons were more likely to ride dangerous bike. At the very least, > it meant only people who could afford the $15/hour or whatever it was would > be asking for help. > > Money comes from > - donations, fundraider parties > - complete bikes > - used parts and new (consumable) parts > - memberships > - one-off use of tools and expertise > > Give a range and suggested prices. Most people act confused when there > isn't a specific donation amount requested. If requestinv volunteer time in > exchange, have an easily acessible, prominent list with a wide range of > tasks and skill levels. > > Consider implementing a safer space agreement from the beginning, if you > don't already have one. How are you going to maintain a diverse bike repair > community? > > One major issue that comes up a lot is more imbalanced patron:volunteer > ratio. ( I believe this contributes to gender imbalance due to gender > norms, but it also leads to volunteer burnout and inadequate instruction. ) > Consider nipping this in the bud by implementing an appointment system, > especially when you get a longer-term location. > > After meetings, take the key decisions from the minutes and use them to > create your handbook. It starts with a few sentences and grows over time. > The bikecollectives wiki is a good place to store your handbook. > > Back to your question. Whatever options you choose, spell them out in > clear and simple language with prominent signage, and also verbally explain > all the options for each patron. > > On Tuesday, May 1, 2018, Sarah FioRito <sarah.fiorito(a)gmail.com> wrote: > >> >> >> I might suggest that folks working in a community bike shop setting use >> neither the word "client" nor "customer" but rather "community member," >> "friend" or "patron." >> >> I personally never use the word customer when in the shop and encourage >> other facilitators to do the same. The word customer reduces the >> relationship between the shop and the community member to a financial >> transaction. As many of us are in the work from the ethos of supporting >> access, creating vibrant community spaces, etc, rather than seeing our work >> as a business transaction, finding alternatives to the word customer may be >> of interest since that term is pretty specific to a certain type of >> relationship. >> >> >> >> On Thu, Apr 26, 2018 at 10:52 AM, Ron Kellis <ron.kellis(a)velocitycoop.org >> > wrote: >> >>> One of the things we have done is to make up an 11X17" poster (easy to >>> print) listing what a donation will buy: >>> >>> And as another suggested, you can put a thermometer poster on the >>> donation jar with how much you are trying to raise and whee you are at. >>> >>> On Mon, Apr 23, 2018 at 9:19 AM, Sue Plummer <scplummer65(a)gmail.com> >>> wrote: >>> >>>> HI Folks, >>>> >>>> I'm part of a start-up effort in an urban neighborhood in Cincinnati. >>>> We hope to have our own shop, one day, where we will rebuild and sell >>>> bikes, affordably. In the meantime, we have pop-up repair sessions (2 >>>> Saturdays/month) planned for the spring/summer, this year. >>>> >>>> We did a few of these part of last summer, but didn't charge anything. >>>> I am not completely comfortable with that, and would like to ask clients to >>>> offer something in exchange. i'd love any ideas about this. >>>> >>>> Thanks! >>>> >>>> Sue Plummer >>>> WheelHouse Cincy >>>> >>>> ____________________________________ >>>> >>>> The ThinkTank mailing List >>>> >>>> Unsubscribe from this list here: http://lists.bikecollectives.o >>>> rg/options.cgi/thethinktank-bikecollectives.org >>>> >>>> >>>> >>> >>> >>> -- >>> Ron Kellis | Véloteer & Basic Maintenance Instructor | VéloCity Bicycle >>> Co-op | 2111 Mt. Vernon Ave., Alexandria, VA 22301 | velocitycoop.org | >>> +1 (703) 549-1108 >>> >>> ____________________________________ >>> >>> The ThinkTank mailing List >>> >>> Unsubscribe from this list here: http://lists.bikecollectives.o >>> rg/options.cgi/thethinktank-bikecollectives.org >>> >>> >>> >> > > ---------- Forwarded message ---------- > From: Lawrence Mohammed <law(a)probikeservice.co.uk> > To: thethinktank(a)lists.bikecollectives.org > Cc: > Bcc: > Date: Wed, 2 May 2018 03:09:44 +0100 > Subject: Re: [TheThinkTank] Thethinktank Digest, Vol 140, Issue 1 > Hi Ulick, > > Shots of our workshop attached: > > 3 main workbenches with toolboards above, one workbench between these with > the PV system and workshop folders in & a whiteboard above > Let me know if you want close ups of workbenches and layouts... > ...also have dimensions of the actual workbenches we built too somewhere > > We started from need/space requirement [we're in a shipping container so > this is tight], then looked at ergonomics/anthropometrics and built > everything around optimal working/maximum storage/usage > > Warmest regards, > > *Lawrence Mohammed* > Director & Head Mechanic > Pro Bike Service C.I.C. > *+44 (0)77 222 58587* > *probikeservice.co.uk <https://probikeservice.co.uk>* > *facebook.com/probikeservice > <https://www.facebook.com/professionalbikeservice>* > > > > > > > > > *[Location, NOT delivery address] Pro Bike Service C.I.C. Multi-Storey Car > Park Lesney Avenue Olympic Park London E20 3BS * > On 01/05/18 21:04, thethinktank-request(a)lists.bikecollectives.org wrote: > > Send Thethinktank mailing list submissions to > thethinktank(a)lists.bikecollectives.org > > To subscribe or unsubscribe via the World Wide Web, visit > http://lists.bikecollectives.org/listinfo.cgi/thethinktank-bikecollectives.… > > or, via email, send a message with subject or body 'help' to > thethinktank-request(a)lists.bikecollectives.org > > You can reach the person managing the list at > thethinktank-owner(a)lists.bikecollectives.org > > When replying, please edit your Subject line so it is more specific > than "Re: Contents of Thethinktank digest..." > > > > Today's Topics: > > 1. workshop layout (Ulick O'Beirne) > 2. Re: workshop layout (Ulick O'Beirne) > > > > _______________________________________________ > Thethinktank mailing listThethinktank@lists.bikecollectives.orghttp://lists.bikecollectives.org/listinfo.cgi/thethinktank-bikecollectives.org > > > > _______________________________________________ > Thethinktank mailing list > Thethinktank(a)lists.bikecollectives.org > http://lists.bikecollectives.org/listinfo.cgi/thethinktank- > bikecollectives.org > >

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Re: [TheThinkTank] Thethinktank Digest, Vol 140, Issue 1
by Lawrence Mohammed 01 May '18

01 May '18

Hi Ulick, Shots of our workshop attached: 3 main workbenches with toolboards above, one workbench between these with the PV system and workshop folders in & a whiteboard above Let me know if you want close ups of workbenches and layouts... ...also have dimensions of the actual workbenches we built too somewhere We started from need/space requirement [we're in a shipping container so this is tight], then looked at ergonomics/anthropometrics and built everything around optimal working/maximum storage/usage Warmest regards, *Lawrence Mohammed* Director & Head Mechanic Pro Bike Service C.I.C. *+44 (0)77 222 58587* *probikeservice.co.uk <https://probikeservice.co.uk>* *facebook.com/probikeservice <https://www.facebook.com/professionalbikeservice>* /[Location, NOT delivery address] Pro Bike Service C.I.C. Multi-Storey Car Park Lesney Avenue Olympic Park London E20 3BS / On 01/05/18 21:04, thethinktank-request(a)lists.bikecollectives.org wrote: > Send Thethinktank mailing list submissions to > thethinktank(a)lists.bikecollectives.org > > To subscribe or unsubscribe via the World Wide Web, visit > http://lists.bikecollectives.org/listinfo.cgi/thethinktank-bikecollectives.… > > or, via email, send a message with subject or body 'help' to > thethinktank-request(a)lists.bikecollectives.org > > You can reach the person managing the list at > thethinktank-owner(a)lists.bikecollectives.org > > When replying, please edit your Subject line so it is more specific > than "Re: Contents of Thethinktank digest..." > > > Today's Topics: > > 1. workshop layout (Ulick O'Beirne) > 2. Re: workshop layout (Ulick O'Beirne) > > > _______________________________________________ > Thethinktank mailing list > Thethinktank(a)lists.bikecollectives.org > http://lists.bikecollectives.org/listinfo.cgi/thethinktank-bikecollectives.…

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"payment" for pop-up repair sessions
by Sue Plummer 01 May '18

01 May '18

HI Folks, I'm part of a start-up effort in an urban neighborhood in Cincinnati. We hope to have our own shop, one day, where we will rebuild and sell bikes, affordably. In the meantime, we have pop-up repair sessions (2 Saturdays/month) planned for the spring/summer, this year. We did a few of these part of last summer, but didn't charge anything. I am not completely comfortable with that, and would like to ask clients to offer something in exchange. i'd love any ideas about this. Thanks! Sue Plummer WheelHouse Cincy

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The Iowa City Bike Library is hiring!
by Cody 30 Apr '18

30 Apr '18

The Bike Library is a fantastic organization in a vibrant midwestern college town. Two positions are available. Executive Director: http://bikelibrary.org/ExecutiveDirector.pdf Shop Manager: http://bikelibrary.org/ShopManager.pdf To apply, please submit a resume and cover letter by May 4th to nathanshepic(a)gmail.com. __________________ Cody Gieselman Executive Director Iowa City Bike Library 700 S Dubuque St www.bikelibrary.org

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The Bike Church is hiring
by Bike Church Santa Cruz 23 Apr '18

23 Apr '18

Job Title: Bicycle Mechanic/Collective member The Bike Church is a collectively run bicycle repair shop and educational space located in downtown Santa Cruz. We are seeking a highly motivated core member to share responsibility in running the shop. This includes both working with the public during our open hours as well as maintaining/running the shop in the off hours, doing repairs, and strategizing for the shop's long term plan. The Bike Church is a cooperative which means you will be working side-by-side with other mechanics on jobs that include but are not limited to: assisting the public in working on bikes, processing incoming donations of used bikes and parts, fixing bikes to sell, office work, cleaning, inventory, as well as one-off projects which vary. You must be a self-motivated, responsible individual who is task-oriented and understands the importance of communication. It is not required but very helpful if applicants have some familiarity with our space and collectively run groups. We would like to strengthen the collective process and also expand the business. Please have some experience with bike repair and the bike industry. Interest in bookkeeping is a plus. Bilingual/multilingual is a plus. Grant writing is a plus. Computer skills are a plus. An important value of the Bike Church is to be a safe space for individuals from our community no matter their race, gender identity, sexual orientation, age, income, or ability. Thus any applicants must also be able to foster, respect and create a safe, fun, space for our community. In addition, the Bike Church is at times a very vibrant, busy space, and staff members must have strong people skills and, importantly, communication about boundaries. Duties: work at least two shifts with the public per week (shifts are 5.5 or 6.5 hours long) attend periodic meetings work with other mechanics on tasks and projects which are chosen and guided by the collective 19 hours total per week (might vary with season or need) $14/hr vacation (unpaid) per year taken at once or intermittent, scheduled collectively with other staff members. at least one year commitment with a performance review after 3 months To apply, please submit a resume and cover letter to: Bike Church 703 Pacific Ave Santa Cruz CA 95060 OR thebikechurch(a)gmail.com Email with any questions -- Come check us out: Monday 1-7 Tuesday 1-7 Wednesday 1-7 Thursday 1-7 Friday CLOSED Saturday 12-5 Womyn, Trans, and Femme Workshop. 1st and 3rd Sunday 12-3 The Bike Church 703 Pacific Avenue Santa Cruz, CA 95060 831/425-BIKE bikechurch(a)santacruzhub.org

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Quill Stem Wedge Angle?
by Jean-François Caron 11 Apr '18

11 Apr '18

Does anyone have information or experience about the typical wedge angle for quill stems? Saint Sheldon doesn't mention a specific angle, but I did find an ISO document of dubious brevity that claims it's supposed to be 36 degrees since 1990. Measuring a stem (early 90s I think) I have with me, I'm getting more like 34 degrees. Jean-François References: http://www.sheldonbrown.com/gloss_w.html#wedgebolt <http://www.sheldonbrown.com/gloss_w.html#wedgebolt> https://www.evs.ee/preview/iso-8562-1990-en.pdf <https://www.evs.ee/preview/iso-8562-1990-en.pdf>

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Re: [TheThinkTank] Thethinktank Digest, Vol 138, Issue 12
by Martyn Laxton 10 Apr '18

10 Apr '18

This email address is no longer valid Please delete it from your address book and mail server Please resend the email to info(a)rideoncycling.org and ensure this is added to your email address lists Thanks for your help Regards Martyn Laxton Founder & CEO of Ride On Cycling For All Registered Charity 1174055 www.rideoncycling.org -----Original Message----- From: Thethinktank <thethinktank-bounces(a)lists.bikecollectives.org> On Behalf Of thethinktank-request(a)lists.bikecollectives.org Sent: Saturday, 17 March 2018 20:05 To: thethinktank(a)lists.bikecollectives.org Subject: Thethinktank Digest, Vol 138, Issue 12 Send Thethinktank mailing list submissions to thethinktank(a)lists.bikecollectives.org To subscribe or unsubscribe via the World Wide Web, visit https://eur01.safelinks.protection.outlook.com/?url=http%3A%2F%2Flists.bike… 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..."

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Re: [TheThinkTank] Thethinktank Digest, Vol 139, Issue 5
by eric clough 08 Apr '18

08 Apr '18

I have been following the replies to my initial message about the Chinese bike share surplus situation. Thanks to all who have replied. I really got a good laugh out of the Slate.com link from (Elese Daniel Lee?). That was a fun and a useful perspective. Still, as with many folks I think, the images of tens of thousands of bikes piled up is shocking. I also very much appreciate the perspective that these bikes represent a resource that may be junk to the initial manufacturers but they may represent a functional and even valuable resource to someone else. I am a new entrant into this world of 'community' bike shops and international bike-aid projects. I am starting to learn that there are financial and logistical challenges to converting an abandoned bike into a usable tool/vehicle for someone who may need it. Front Street Community Bike Works Coos Bay, OR https://www.facebook.com/CoosCommunityBikes/inbox/?selected_item_id=1000001… On Sun, Apr 8, 2018 at 1:04 PM, < thethinktank-request(a)lists.bikecollectives.org> wrote: > Send Thethinktank mailing list submissions to > thethinktank(a)lists.bikecollectives.org > > To subscribe or unsubscribe via the World Wide Web, visit > http://lists.bikecollectives.org/listinfo.cgi/thethinktank- > bikecollectives.org > > 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: China Bike Share Surplus? (Ho?i Vi Nguy?n) > > > ---------- Forwarded message ---------- > From: "Hoài Vi Nguyễn" <holita.vn(a)gmail.com> > To: The Think Tank <thethinktank(a)lists.bikecollectives.org> > Cc: > Bcc: > Date: Sat, 7 Apr 2018 22:31:49 -0700 > Subject: Re: [TheThinkTank] China Bike Share Surplus? > Dockless bikeshare just implemented in San Diego a few months ago and > usual issues have arisen with the use. Bikes are left blocking entryways, > wheelchair ramps, and walkways. Users have thrown them into water bodies, > hung them from trees, thrown them into the numerous canyons. > > Business bros ride them through the downtown district. But more > importantly, houseless people have adopted them. The design considerations > of a shared bike: durability, low maintenance, easy to ride: make them > desirable as a poorer person's bike. The only limitation is minimal > internal gearing isn't enough for many of the hills in the city. Bikes are > often appropriated or stripped for parts. > > As a bike kitchen, the only concern I have is being able to maintain and > repair these bikes as some of their components seem to use non-standard > tools / be non-standard sizes. > > The effect of bikeshare though has been pretty cool. More inexperienced > riders-- riding erratically improperly illegally-- has made biking more > visible. Drivers are more on alert for cyclists. > > Hoai Vi Nguyen > core volunteer > Bikes del Pueblo > > On Wed, Apr 4, 2018 at 11:24 PM, Cyclista Nicholas <cyclista(a)inventati.org > > wrote: > >> Still not as horrifying as the bikes, which are genuinely actually >> abandoned, as opposed to parked. >> >> Speaking for myself and my volunteers and staff, we are entirely >> competent to assess whether components and frames are safe or usable and if >> it came to garbage, recycling, or reuse, we'd be in the position to >> determine which was appropriate. I have no doubt that a great number of >> community bike shops out there have staff similarly capable. >> >> We turn away plenty of bikes due to lack of fitness, but I'd hate people >> not to take them to us at all, thinking in advance that the bikes are >> worthless. Reuse should always be explored. I cannot imagine that the >> majority of those thousands of bikes failed in a fundamental structural >> way. That looked to me like pure foolishness and really poor planning. >> >> cyclista NIcholas >> >> >> >> On 2018-04-05 04:45, Elese Daniel wrote: >> >>> i work in the station-based bikeshare world and i'm privy to much of the >>> conversation/trepidation re dockless bikeshare. >>> in concept, i so totally respect the acquiring in mass of discarded bikes >>> for co-op and community use/resale-- because, yes, get the ppl bikes-- >>> but, >>> in the current dockless bikeshare/for-profit/venture capital world, i >>> share >>> some earlier voiced concerns regarding the safety, condition and >>> rideability of the bikes you'd receive -- which most likely originated as >>> cheap bikes to begin with -- cheap as in weak materials produced at high >>> quantity, low quality. (idk though-- trash... treasure.. sometimes one in >>> the same) >>> >>> on a lighter and truer note: my partner shared this article with me >>> yesterday and i really loved it <3 >>> https://slate.com/business/2018/04/astounding-photos-capture >>> -graveyards-of-unused-dockless-vehicles-in-american-cities.html >>> >>> -lee >>> >>> On Wed, Apr 4, 2018 at 8:11 PM, Cyclista Nicholas < >>> cyclista(a)inventati.org> >>> wrote: >>> >>> China may be weird about bikes in general. I had a friend who lived in a >>>> smaller city in Fujian province for to years, and they lived in an >>>> enormous >>>> apartment building with a very large area for bike parking in the >>>> courtyard. They said there were around a hundred bikes there obviously >>>> long >>>> since abandoned and rotting, but it was very taboo to remove them - you >>>> would get into serious trouble, even though the owners had long since >>>> moved >>>> away. >>>> >>>> Those pictures in the Atlantic turned my stomach. Staggeringly sad. If >>>> they have some huge capacity for metal recycling that will eventually >>>> take >>>> care of that surplus, but if so how long do they wait to melt them down? >>>> They could put a medium-sized country on bicycles with just the quantity >>>> shown in those pictures. >>>> >>>> Thanks for the heads up about this problem, Eric. We're getting a new >>>> bikeshare in our town in a couple of months, and maybe we can get ahead >>>> of >>>> contributing to this problem, at least. >>>> >>>> cyclista Nicholas >>>> >>>> >>>> >>>> On 2018-04-03 16:15, Gabriel Trainer wrote: >>>> >>>> Those are frightening pictures! One or a few bikes are cool. Thousands >>>>> of >>>>> bikes piled together are no better than a trash heap. >>>>> Gabriel >>>>> >>>>> On Mon, Apr 2, 2018, 3:10 PM Clint Watson <clint(a)bicyclecollective.org >>>>> > >>>>> wrote: >>>>> >>>>> I had a meeting with the Director of SLC Greenbike last week regarding >>>>> >>>>>> this. It's a huge and growing problem for many cities in the US. >>>>>> Apparently >>>>>> the business model for these operations is modeled after Uber or other >>>>>> tech >>>>>> startups--don't worry about profits, just get investment money and >>>>>> dominate >>>>>> the market/run other bike share companies out of business by offering >>>>>> the >>>>>> service free of charge to cities. >>>>>> >>>>>> The bikes average $200 each and because of that they are being used >>>>>> as a >>>>>> disposable resource. They're being discarded, damaged, and vandalized >>>>>> at >>>>>> staggering rates in places like Dallas. >>>>>> >>>>>> >>>>>> http://money.cnn.com/2018/02/05/technology/dallas-bikeshare- >>>>>> limebike-ofo/index.html >>>>>> >>>>>> And Seattle is now starting to see similar problems. >>>>>> >>>>>> I don't see it as a sustainable solution to transportation: if we're >>>>>> going >>>>>> to start seeing entire landfills full of bikes (i.e. the photos from >>>>>> China), that seems to undercut the argument that bikes are a more >>>>>> sustainable solution than other transportation options. And the bigger >>>>>> danger is that the companies offering this new model (Limebike, for >>>>>> example) have no long term model. They've been operating at a loss >>>>>> since >>>>>> inception and will continue to for the foreseeable future. If they >>>>>> replace >>>>>> more sustainable models, then pull the plug because they lose their >>>>>> investment funding, it will set the whole bike share movement back >>>>>> years. >>>>>> >>>>>> As for just using the discarded bikes in your local co-op, I'm also >>>>>> skeptical. If they're not being used by the bike share company, the >>>>>> assumption is they're damaged. I can't say for certain whether it >>>>>> would >>>>>> be >>>>>> cost effective to repair and repurpose a fleet of bikes that were >>>>>> barely >>>>>> usable in the first place because I haven't had first hand experience >>>>>> with >>>>>> them, but I'm skeptical. >>>>>> >>>>>> Just my two cents >>>>>> >>>>>> Clint Watson >>>>>> Executive Director >>>>>> Bicycle Collective >>>>>> www.bicyclecollective.org >>>>>> clint(a)bicyclecollective.org >>>>>> >>>>>> *The mission of the Bicycle Collective is to promote cycling as an >>>>>> effective and sustainable form of transportation, recreation, and as a >>>>>> cornerstone of a cleaner, healthier, and safer society. The Collective >>>>>> provides refurbished bicycles and educational programs to the >>>>>> community, >>>>>> focusing on children and lower income households.* >>>>>> >>>>>> >>>>>> On Fri, Mar 30, 2018 at 1:40 PM, Katy Collet <katy(a)cyclonordsud.org> >>>>>> wrote: >>>>>> >>>>>> Bonjour, >>>>>> >>>>>>> Prenez note que je serai absente du 20 >>>>>>> <https://maps.google.com/?q=renez+note+que+je+serai+absente+du+20+&entry=gma…>mars >>>>>>> au 2 avril inclusivement. >>>>>>> Pour >>>>>>> toute urgence veuillez contacter François Delwaide à >>>>>>> francois(a)cyclonordsud.org >>>>>>> Merci, >>>>>>> >>>>>>> Hi, >>>>>>> I'll be out of the office from March 20th to April 2nd included. In >>>>>>> case of emergency, please contact François Delwaide at >>>>>>> francois(a)cyclonordsud.org >>>>>>> Best, >>>>>>> >>>>>>> Saludos, >>>>>>> Estaré afuera de la oficina desde >>>>>>> marzo 20 hasta abril 2 inclusivo. En caso de urgencia, por favor >>>>>>> escribir >>>>>>> a >>>>>>> François Delwaide francois(a)cyclonordsud.org >>>>>>> Gracias, >>>>>>> >>>>>>> Katy >>>>>>> Collet >>>>>>> Coordonnatrice projets internationaux >>>>>>> Cyclo Nord-Sud >>>>>>> 8717, 8e Avenue, >>>>>>> Montréal, QC H1Z 2X4 >>>>>>> 514 843-0077 >>>>>>> http://cyclonordsud.org/ >>>>>>> >>>>>>> >>>>>>> >>>>>>> ____________________________________ >>>>>>> >>>>>>> The ThinkTank mailing List >>>>>>> >>>>>>> Unsubscribe from this list here: >>>>>>> http://lists.bikecollectives.org/options.cgi/thethinktank-bi >>>>>>> kecollectives.org >>>>>>> >>>>>>> >>>>>>> ____________________________________ >>>>>>> >>>>>> >>>>>> The ThinkTank mailing List >>>>>> >>>>>> Unsubscribe from this list here: >>>>>> http://lists.bikecollectives.org/options.cgi/thethinktank-bi >>>>>> kecollectives.org >>>>>> >>>>>> >>>>>> >>>>>> ____________________________________ >>>>> >>>>> The ThinkTank mailing List >>>>> >>>>> Unsubscribe from this list here: >>>>> http://lists.bikecollectives.org/options.cgi/thethinktank-bi >>>>> kecollectives.org >>>>> >>>>> ____________________________________ >>>> >>>> The ThinkTank mailing List >>>> >>>> Unsubscribe from this list here: http://lists.bikecollectives.o >>>> rg/options.cgi/thethinktank-bikecollectives.org >>>> >>>> >>>> >>> ____________________________________ >>> >>> The ThinkTank mailing List >>> >>> Unsubscribe from this list here: >>> http://lists.bikecollectives.org/options.cgi/thethinktank-bi >>> kecollectives.org >>> >> ____________________________________ >> >> The ThinkTank mailing List >> >> Unsubscribe from this list here: http://lists.bikecollectives.o >> rg/options.cgi/thethinktank-bikecollectives.org >> >> > > _______________________________________________ > Thethinktank mailing list > Thethinktank(a)lists.bikecollectives.org > http://lists.bikecollectives.org/listinfo.cgi/thethinktank- > bikecollectives.org > >

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China Bike Share Surplus?
by eric clough 08 Apr '18

08 Apr '18

Hello ThinkTank list serve and fellow community bike shoppers. I have been following messages on this list serve for some time now and it I think it is finally my time to post a message to the group. Is there an organization out there that in some way may be involved or working with the apparently vast surplus of bicycles in China? I just came across this web site for The Atlantic... https://www.theatlantic.com/photo/2018/03/bike-share-oversupply-in-china-hu… Good googly-woogly!!! Talk about a bicycle resource!

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Re: [TheThinkTank] Thethinktank Digest, Vol 139, Issue 2
by eric clough 03 Apr '18

03 Apr '18

Thank you for your reply, Clint. I don't have much wisdom to bring to bear on this subject but the wasted resource grates against my native inclination for efficiency, re-use and re-purposing. My instincts tell me you are correct in that the construction style of these "share" bikes does not lend itself to long-life, sustainability or restoration into a more traditional bike - but I just don't know if that is true. I have never even ridden one. Which is why I put the question to this bike collectives list serve. On Tue, Apr 3, 2018 at 1:06 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.org > > 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: China Bike Share Surplus? (Clint Watson) > 2. Re: China Bike Share Surplus? (Gabriel Trainer) > > > ---------- Forwarded message ---------- > From: Clint Watson <clint(a)bicyclecollective.org> > To: The Think Tank <thethinktank(a)lists.bikecollectives.org> > Cc: > Bcc: > Date: Mon, 2 Apr 2018 16:10:25 -0600 > Subject: Re: [TheThinkTank] China Bike Share Surplus? > I had a meeting with the Director of SLC Greenbike last week regarding > this. It's a huge and growing problem for many cities in the US. Apparently > the business model for these operations is modeled after Uber or other tech > startups--don't worry about profits, just get investment money and dominate > the market/run other bike share companies out of business by offering the > service free of charge to cities. > > The bikes average $200 each and because of that they are being used as a > disposable resource. They're being discarded, damaged, and vandalized at > staggering rates in places like Dallas. > > http://money.cnn.com/2018/02/05/technology/dallas- > bikeshare-limebike-ofo/index.html > > And Seattle is now starting to see similar problems. > > I don't see it as a sustainable solution to transportation: if we're going > to start seeing entire landfills full of bikes (i.e. the photos from > China), that seems to undercut the argument that bikes are a more > sustainable solution than other transportation options. And the bigger > danger is that the companies offering this new model (Limebike, for > example) have no long term model. They've been operating at a loss since > inception and will continue to for the foreseeable future. If they replace > more sustainable models, then pull the plug because they lose their > investment funding, it will set the whole bike share movement back years. > > As for just using the discarded bikes in your local co-op, I'm also > skeptical. If they're not being used by the bike share company, the > assumption is they're damaged. I can't say for certain whether it would be > cost effective to repair and repurpose a fleet of bikes that were barely > usable in the first place because I haven't had first hand experience with > them, but I'm skeptical. > > Just my two cents > > Clint Watson > Executive Director > Bicycle Collective > www.bicyclecollective.org > clint(a)bicyclecollective.org > > *The mission of the Bicycle Collective is to promote cycling as an > effective and sustainable form of transportation, recreation, and as a > cornerstone of a cleaner, healthier, and safer society. The Collective > provides refurbished bicycles and educational programs to the community, > focusing on children and lower income households.* > > On Fri, Mar 30, 2018 at 1:40 PM, Katy Collet <katy(a)cyclonordsud.org> > wrote: > >> Bonjour, >> Prenez note que je serai absente du 20 mars au 2 avril inclusivement. Pour >> toute urgence veuillez contacter François Delwaide à >> francois(a)cyclonordsud.org >> Merci, >> >> Hi, >> I'll be out of the office from March 20th to April 2nd included. In >> case of emergency, please contact François Delwaide at >> francois(a)cyclonordsud.org >> Best, >> >> Saludos, >> Estaré afuera de la oficina desde >> marzo 20 hasta abril 2 inclusivo. En caso de urgencia, por favor escribir >> a >> François Delwaide francois(a)cyclonordsud.org >> Gracias, >> >> Katy >> Collet >> Coordonnatrice projets internationaux >> Cyclo Nord-Sud >> 8717, 8e Avenue, >> Montréal, QC H1Z 2X4 >> 514 843-0077 >> http://cyclonordsud.org/ >> >> >> >> ____________________________________ >> >> The ThinkTank mailing List >> >> Unsubscribe from this list here: http://lists.bikecollectives.o >> rg/options.cgi/thethinktank-bikecollectives.org >> >> > > > ---------- Forwarded message ---------- > From: Gabriel Trainer <getrainer(a)bikefarm.org> > To: The Think Tank <thethinktank(a)lists.bikecollectives.org> > Cc: > Bcc: > Date: Tue, 03 Apr 2018 16:15:18 +0000 > Subject: Re: [TheThinkTank] China Bike Share Surplus? > Those are frightening pictures! One or a few bikes are cool. Thousands of > bikes piled together are no better than a trash heap. > Gabriel > > On Mon, Apr 2, 2018, 3:10 PM Clint Watson <clint(a)bicyclecollective.org> > wrote: > >> I had a meeting with the Director of SLC Greenbike last week regarding >> this. It's a huge and growing problem for many cities in the US. Apparently >> the business model for these operations is modeled after Uber or other tech >> startups--don't worry about profits, just get investment money and dominate >> the market/run other bike share companies out of business by offering the >> service free of charge to cities. >> >> The bikes average $200 each and because of that they are being used as a >> disposable resource. They're being discarded, damaged, and vandalized at >> staggering rates in places like Dallas. >> >> http://money.cnn.com/2018/02/05/technology/dallas- >> bikeshare-limebike-ofo/index.html >> >> And Seattle is now starting to see similar problems. >> >> I don't see it as a sustainable solution to transportation: if we're >> going to start seeing entire landfills full of bikes (i.e. the photos from >> China), that seems to undercut the argument that bikes are a more >> sustainable solution than other transportation options. And the bigger >> danger is that the companies offering this new model (Limebike, for >> example) have no long term model. They've been operating at a loss since >> inception and will continue to for the foreseeable future. If they replace >> more sustainable models, then pull the plug because they lose their >> investment funding, it will set the whole bike share movement back years. >> >> As for just using the discarded bikes in your local co-op, I'm also >> skeptical. If they're not being used by the bike share company, the >> assumption is they're damaged. I can't say for certain whether it would be >> cost effective to repair and repurpose a fleet of bikes that were barely >> usable in the first place because I haven't had first hand experience with >> them, but I'm skeptical. >> >> Just my two cents >> >> Clint Watson >> Executive Director >> Bicycle Collective >> www.bicyclecollective.org >> clint(a)bicyclecollective.org >> >> *The mission of the Bicycle Collective is to promote cycling as an >> effective and sustainable form of transportation, recreation, and as a >> cornerstone of a cleaner, healthier, and safer society. The Collective >> provides refurbished bicycles and educational programs to the community, >> focusing on children and lower income households.* >> >> On Fri, Mar 30, 2018 at 1:40 PM, Katy Collet <katy(a)cyclonordsud.org> >> wrote: >> >>> Bonjour, >>> Prenez note que je serai absente du 20 mars au 2 avril inclusivement. >>> Pour >>> toute urgence veuillez contacter François Delwaide à >>> francois(a)cyclonordsud.org >>> Merci, >>> >>> Hi, >>> I'll be out of the office from March 20th to April 2nd included. In >>> case of emergency, please contact François Delwaide at >>> francois(a)cyclonordsud.org >>> Best, >>> >>> Saludos, >>> Estaré afuera de la oficina desde >>> marzo 20 hasta abril 2 inclusivo. En caso de urgencia, por favor >>> escribir a >>> François Delwaide francois(a)cyclonordsud.org >>> Gracias, >>> >>> Katy >>> Collet >>> Coordonnatrice projets internationaux >>> Cyclo Nord-Sud >>> 8717, 8e Avenue, >>> Montréal, QC H1Z 2X4 >>> 514 843-0077 >>> http://cyclonordsud.org/ >>> >>> >>> >>> ____________________________________ >>> >>> The ThinkTank mailing List >>> >>> Unsubscribe from this list here: http://lists.bikecollectives. >>> org/options.cgi/thethinktank-bikecollectives.org >>> >>> >> ____________________________________ >> >> The ThinkTank mailing List >> >> Unsubscribe from this list here: http://lists.bikecollectives. >> org/options.cgi/thethinktank-bikecollectives.org >> >> > _______________________________________________ > Thethinktank mailing list > Thethinktank(a)lists.bikecollectives.org > http://lists.bikecollectives.org/listinfo.cgi/thethinktank- > bikecollectives.org > >

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Songs about bikez
by Cynthia Williams 02 Apr '18

02 Apr '18

Hey everyone, Sunny and I are working on a podcast about community bike shops that's going to air sometime in February on CiTR 101.9 FM, unceded Coast Salish territories, Vancouver. What are your favourite songs about bikes and biking? We need more solid tunes, especially songs written by women, queer folks, femmes (aka FEMcon) and Canadian content (CANcon), because radio stations in Canada are required to play a certain amount of CANcon. Are you in a grimey band? Send us your tracks! Cheers, *Cyn Williams * *Communications Coordinator* AMS Bike Co-op University of British Columbia 604-822-BIKE | bikecoop.ca | @ubcbike

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Cycles for Change (Twin Cities, MN) hiring an Executive Director
by Jason Partridge 28 Mar '18

28 Mar '18

Cycles for Change <http://www.cyclesforchange.org> in Minneapolis/St. Paul, MN is hiring for an Executive Director! Here is the link to the job description: http://www.minnesotanonprofits.org/job-details?id=148680 We're looking for a dedicated, community-connected, justice-minded leader who can lead this organization in its efforts to use bicycles as a tool for mobility, health equity, economic transformation, and community empowerment. We're excited for a new leader who can help continue to deepen C4C’s commitment to racial, gender, and social justice. Femme/trans/women, black, indigenous, and people of color, GLBTQ people, people living with disabilities, and others directly experiencing structural oppressions are strongly encouraged to apply. Priority deadline for applications is April 20. Feel free to reach out with any questions! Jason

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ABCs Handout or Poster or Protocol
by Josh Bisker 28 Mar '18

28 Mar '18

Heyyo! Do you have a cool handout, take-away, or poster that shows people how to check their ABCs? Show & Tell time :) Josh Bisker 914-500-9890 New York Mechanical Gardens Bike Co-op <http://bikecoop.nyc/> 596 Acres <http://596acres.org/> Bindlestiff Family Cirkus <http://bindlestiff.org/>

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Insurance: costs and coverage
by A Westphal 26 Mar '18

26 Mar '18

Hello folks, Common Cycle in Ann Arbor, Michigan is hoping to transition from a mobile repair operation into a storefront cooperative. We currently have a $1 million general liability insurance policy, and we pay around $700/yr for that coverage. Our adviser suggested that we should get directors and officers insurance to protect the 10 board members above and beyond the $1M policy. *My questions*: --> What insurance policies does your organization hold? How much do you pay for that coverage? --> Should Common Cycle purchase additional policies based on our move into a physical space? (in our case, physical space = more patrons served, so our liability may increase). PS: yes, I see the info about insurance on the Wiki ( http://w.bikecollectives.org/index.php?title=Insurance). I am hoping that this thread can collect more personal insights / opinions which don't appear in the Wiki. Thanks for reading, Andrew Common Cycle board member andrew(a)commoncycle.org https://commoncycle.org/

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NBW is hiring a Director of Youth Programs
by Steve Maluk 21 Mar '18

21 Mar '18

Neighborhood Bike Works, in Philadelphia, is hiring a Director of Youth Programs. If you're an inclusive leader with knowledge of the challenges facing Philly youth and a commitment to bikes as a tool for social progress, I hope you'll consider applying. If you have friends or contacts you think ought to see this job description, please spread the word. The job description is below, or can be downloaded here <https://drive.google.com/file/d/1suadKbTP0eKB2bjj05bPXB3FDUgNmO4X/view>. *Qualifications:* The ideal candidate will have 3-5 years of management experience in a non-profit setting or related field, a proven track record successfully supervising and supporting staff and volunteers, and experience working with diverse populations including youth of color and those from low-income families. Background knowledge of Philadelphia’s education system, history, bicycling community, and networks of youth development organizations is preferred. Candidates with non-traditional work and education experience are encouraged – please tell us about those experiences that qualify you for this position. Additional Qualifications: · Driven by the mission and work of NBW. - A Bachelor’s or Master’s Degree in Education, Social Work, Public Administration, or related field preferred; however, equivalent work experience will be considered in lieu of education. - Successful development and implementation of youth programming curriculum. - Commitment to social justice and youth leadership. - Experience with performance management and supporting the professional development of staff. - Facilitation skills, with experience leading a team through inclusive decision-making processes. - Knowledge of nonprofit management. - Must possess and demonstrate superb communication skills, both written and verbal. - Energetic and engaging with youth while being reliable, responsible, and professional. - Familiarity with Philadelphia’s neighborhoods preferred. - Ability to work occasional evenings and weekends as needed. · Experience with Microsoft Office required; database software and web content management systems preferred. · Successful passing of PA State Police Criminal Background Check, Pennsylvania Child Abuse History Clearance, and FBI Clearance required. This is a full-time, salaried, exempt position, with a preferred start date of May 7, 2018. The pay range for this position is $37,500 to $42,500 annually, depending on experience and qualifications. NBW offers a competitive benefits package, including health, dental, and retirement plans. *Please email your resume and cover letter* to jobs(a)neighborhoodbikeworks.org. Applications received by April 13, 2018 will receive priority consideration. We are an Equal Opportunity Employer and actively seek staff who reflect the community we serve. Candidates of color are encouraged to apply. --- Steve Maluk He/Him/His Executive Director *Neighborhood Bike Works <http://neighborhoodbikeworks.org>* <215-386-0316%20x%20113>215-386-0316 x118 <https://neighborhoodbikeworks.org/houseparty>

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Tool Board Fashion Show: Update from NYC!
by Josh Bisker 21 Mar '18

21 Mar '18

Pals! Thanks so much for your tool board photos and reflections. I have an update from us below, and then links to a photo gallery of everyone's submissions from the Think Tank and Facebook. Update: we dramatically reduced the number of tools on our main tool boards to just the essentials, and collected the more bikey tools to a single mechanics board and a tool chest. Below is a photo of our new tool board layout <https://flic.kr/p/24h3RmG>. Charlie's Freewheels in Toronto was our closest model for inspiration: thank you Charlie's! The new layout has been HUGELY helpful for participants and volunteers. - People are less intimidated by the boards! The whole situation is more approachable. - Things get put back more often and with less hassle. - Fewer broken and missing tools. - Better interface for volunteers to help out before participants try a repair that requires expertise or finesse. - Easier to expand operations -- we can see adding a second set of tools to each board on the same pegs as the current ones, with minimal costs and no added confusion. Also! Taking one cue from the shipping container bike repair station in Winnipeg and another from the short tool boards in Salt Lake City, we also *rearranged the layout of our shop, and it kicks ass.* - We used to have a shop floor with tool board and benches on the perimeter and work space in the center. Chaos! - NOW, we have the benches and tools in the center, and stands on the perimeter. SO SMOOTH! It's way, way easier and nicer to work. - We also shortened the heights of the work benches so there's one tall, one medium, one small. - AND, because we shortened the heights of the tool boards, you can see right over them -- so the space feels unified and coherent, not like a bunch of random siloed activities. Lessons we learned: - Fewer tools on each board is better for everyone. Couple this with a master mechanics' board for success. - Pegboard is the WORST. Plywood and nails 4EVA. - Yes, mark the boards with tool names and sizes, BUT ALSO: *mark the tools.* Use an enamel paint marker and clear-coat it with nail polish. This way, new folks can learn the sizes of wrenches and the names of things when they're in hand, and can also easily put them back on the boards. - In a space like ours, centrally located tools and work benches are better than peripheral ones, because they improve the flow of people through the space. Future considerations: - We're going to add offset brake wrenches to the boards, because they are so everyday-useful. - We should have tried doing the outlines with chalk markers, not enamel markers, so that they're easy to erase and re-do. - Our work benches are too bulky and big, especially since people do most of their work in the stand. Less work bench would be fine. By and large, people use them as tables, not work benches. What we really need are just places for folks to put the things they're working with. - I'd personally like to see the benches get decorated and personalized by volunteers, but that's a while away for us. Photo gallery - Here's everyone's tool boards <https://flic.kr/s/aHskuVEvhv>! I put them into a Flickr album. Each filename shows the co-op it came from. xoxoxo Josh Josh Bisker 914-500-9890 New York Mechanical Gardens Bike Co-op <http://bikecoop.nyc/> 596 Acres <http://596acres.org/> Bindlestiff Family Cirkus <http://bindlestiff.org/>

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BikeBike '18 LA remote organizing
by erk magosh 15 Mar '18

15 Mar '18

Hey y'all, Los Ángeles is hosting Bike Bike 2018 September 28-30. If you would like to help organize from your city please email Rawkale Horn at rawkalehorn(a)gmail.com. If you have experience with hosting BikeBike or if you have few good ideas please sign up for the remote working group. -erk

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Who is the Bike Repair Hub
by BikeConcord 15 Mar '18

15 Mar '18

Who is the Bike Repair Hub

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Brake Handle Identification
by Ron Kellis 14 Mar '18

14 Mar '18

Salvaged brake handles are rarely kept with the calipers. Anyone have a reasonably reliable method for identifying long pull vs. short pull handles? TIA Ron -- Ron Kellis | Véloteer & Basic Maintenance Instructor | VéloCity Bicycle Co-op | 2111 Mt. Vernon Ave., Alexandria, VA 22301 | velocitycoop.org | +1 (703) 549-1108

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Temp Job: Youth Bike Ed
by David Coppley 13 Mar '18

13 Mar '18

Greetings bicycle-loving do-gooders, Just taking a moment to share this temporary, part-time job opportunity in Olympia, WA. We are seeking two folks to help out with our Spring and Summer Earn-A-Bike classes. Please see the job posting below for details. Thanks for reading, David [cid:image005.jpg@01D3BAB9.7A40F5B0] David Coppley Walk n' Roll Program Assistant Intercity Transit 360-705-5817 (office) 360-701-8379 (cell) PO Box 659 Olympia, WA 98501 dcoppley(a)intercitytransit.com<mailto:dcoppley@intercitytransit.com> Find us on Facebook!<https://www.facebook.com/BicycleCommuterContest> [WalkNRoll_HZ_RGB]

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Re: [TheThinkTank] Thethinktank Digest, Vol 138, Issue 6
by Tegan Moss 09 Mar '18

09 Mar '18

Measure the distance between the pivot and where the cable end sits. Short pull measure about 25mm and long pull about 35mm. On Fri, Mar 9, 2018 at 4:05 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.org > > 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. Brake Handle Identification (Ron Kellis) > 2. Re: Brake Handle Identification (David Oliver) > 3. Re: Brake Handle Identification (Jack Murphy) > > > ---------- Forwarded message ---------- > From: Ron Kellis <ron.kellis(a)velocitycoop.org> > To: The Think Tank <Thethinktank(a)lists.bikecollectives.org> > Cc: > Bcc: > Date: Fri, 9 Mar 2018 07:25:05 -0500 > Subject: [TheThinkTank] Brake Handle Identification > Salvaged brake handles are rarely kept with the calipers. Anyone have a > reasonably reliable method for identifying long pull vs. short pull handles? > > TIA > > Ron > > -- > Ron Kellis | Véloteer & Basic Maintenance Instructor | VéloCity Bicycle > Co-op | 2111 Mt. Vernon Ave., Alexandria, VA 22301 | velocitycoop.org | > +1 (703) 549-1108 > > > ---------- Forwarded message ---------- > From: David Oliver <nowhere3(a)gmail.com> > To: ron.kellis(a)velocitycoop.org, The Think Tank < > thethinktank(a)lists.bikecollectives.org> > Cc: > Bcc: > Date: Fri, 9 Mar 2018 08:02:50 -0500 > Subject: Re: [TheThinkTank] Brake Handle Identification > There are three ways that I teach people how to identify the difference. > > First is the obvious one that if it says V-Brake on the brake, it's long > pull. > > Second is that if you look at most flat bar brake levers there are two > holes, or at least an indent where a second hole could be, where the part > that the head of the cable can go into is (the silver bit in this photo: > https://www.parktool.com/assets/img/repairhelp/housingU_005.jpg). If it's > in the top hole, then it's long pull. If it's in the bottom hole then it's > short pull. There are sometimes a little "C" and a little "V" next to those > holes/indent that make it even easier. > > If that second one doesn't make sense, I can get a photo later today and > send it to you. > > Third is by measuring the distance from the pivot point to where the head > of the cable goes. Park Tool says that it is 21mm for short pull: > https://www.parktool.com/assets/img/repairhelp/ta-flatbar-conv.jpg and > 42mm for long pull: https://www.parktool.com/assets/img/repairhelp/ta- > linearpull.jpg > > In practice for the third method I tell people to measure with a ruler the > distance and if it's less than 30mm then it's short pull, if it's more than > 35mm then it's long pull and if it's hard to tell or somewhere inbetween > then it's hard to tell without testing it. > > On Fri, Mar 9, 2018 at 7:25 AM, Ron Kellis <ron.kellis(a)velocitycoop.org> > wrote: > >> Salvaged brake handles are rarely kept with the calipers. Anyone have a >> reasonably reliable method for identifying long pull vs. short pull handles? >> >> TIA >> >> Ron >> >> -- >> Ron Kellis | Véloteer & Basic Maintenance Instructor | VéloCity Bicycle >> Co-op | 2111 Mt. Vernon Ave., Alexandria, VA 22301 | velocitycoop.org | >> +1 (703) 549-1108 >> >> ____________________________________ >> >> The ThinkTank mailing List >> >> Unsubscribe from this list here: http://lists.bikecollectives.o >> rg/options.cgi/thethinktank-bikecollectives.org >> >> >> > > > ---------- Forwarded message ---------- > From: Jack Murphy <jack(a)bikewalkwichita.org> > To: The Think Tank <thethinktank(a)lists.bikecollectives.org> > Cc: > Bcc: > Date: Fri, 9 Mar 2018 08:42:29 -0600 > Subject: Re: [TheThinkTank] Brake Handle Identification > Nice quick article. I pulled it down to our how-to's folder on our Drive. > So many variations! Still trying to figure how to get all this info to > volunteers as they learn. > Jack Murphy > Bike Walk Wichita > > On Fri, Mar 9, 2018 at 7:02 AM, David Oliver <nowhere3(a)gmail.com> wrote: > >> There are three ways that I teach people how to identify the difference. >> >> First is the obvious one that if it says V-Brake on the brake, it's long >> pull. >> >> Second is that if you look at most flat bar brake levers there are two >> holes, or at least an indent where a second hole could be, where the part >> that the head of the cable can go into is (the silver bit in this photo: >> https://www.parktool.com/assets/img/repairhelp/housingU_005.jpg). If >> it's in the top hole, then it's long pull. If it's in the bottom hole then >> it's short pull. There are sometimes a little "C" and a little "V" next to >> those holes/indent that make it even easier. >> >> If that second one doesn't make sense, I can get a photo later today and >> send it to you. >> >> Third is by measuring the distance from the pivot point to where the head >> of the cable goes. Park Tool says that it is 21mm for short pull: >> https://www.parktool.com/assets/img/repairhelp/ta-flatbar-conv.jpg and >> 42mm for long pull: https://www.parktool.com >> /assets/img/repairhelp/ta-linearpull.jpg >> >> In practice for the third method I tell people to measure with a ruler >> the distance and if it's less than 30mm then it's short pull, if it's more >> than 35mm then it's long pull and if it's hard to tell or somewhere >> inbetween then it's hard to tell without testing it. >> >> On Fri, Mar 9, 2018 at 7:25 AM, Ron Kellis <ron.kellis(a)velocitycoop.org> >> wrote: >> >>> Salvaged brake handles are rarely kept with the calipers. Anyone have a >>> reasonably reliable method for identifying long pull vs. short pull handles? >>> >>> TIA >>> >>> Ron >>> >>> -- >>> Ron Kellis | Véloteer & Basic Maintenance Instructor | VéloCity Bicycle >>> Co-op | 2111 Mt. Vernon Ave., Alexandria, VA 22301 | velocitycoop.org | >>> +1 (703) 549-1108 >>> >>> ____________________________________ >>> >>> The ThinkTank mailing List >>> >>> Unsubscribe from this list here: http://lists.bikecollectives.o >>> rg/options.cgi/thethinktank-bikecollectives.org >>> >>> >>> >> >> ____________________________________ >> >> The ThinkTank mailing List >> >> Unsubscribe from this list here: http://lists.bikecollectives.o >> rg/options.cgi/thethinktank-bikecollectives.org >> >> >> > > > -- > Jack Murphy > Jack(a)BikeWalkWichita.org > > *Support Bike Walk Wichita when you shop!* > [image: Dillons-Community-Rewards] <http://dillons.com/communityrewards> > > [image: Amazon-Smile] <http://smile.amazon.com/ch/46-2800001> > > _______________________________________________ > Thethinktank mailing list > Thethinktank(a)lists.bikecollectives.org > http://lists.bikecollectives.org/listinfo.cgi/thethinktank- > bikecollectives.org > > -- -- B!KE: The Peterborough Community Bike Shop 293 George Street North, Peterborough ON (705) 775-7227 communitybikeshop.org

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Toronto
by Tigre Bici 06 Mar '18

06 Mar '18

Hello everyone!! One of us is travelling to Toronto on the 15th of July till the 22th of july and is seeking for a place to stay near the Metro Toronto Convention Center Please send me and email if you know any cool places to stay/get a bike and hopefully will be with one of you awesome cyclist. Cheers R.

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Job Posting: Executive Director / Offre d'emploi: direction générale
by LaBikery 05 Mar '18

05 Mar '18

Hello Everyone, La Bikery Co-operative in Moncton, NB is looking to hire a new Executive Director. It's a great position to build your skills in and I encourage you to share with your networks! Coopéraive La Bikery à Moncton NB cherche un.e nouveau.elle directeur.rice. C'est la position idéale à développer vos compétences. Veuillez partager cette information avec vos réseaux. Details/détails: http://labikery.ca/jobs-emplois-2/ Thank you! Merci! Krysta Cowling Executive Director La Bikery

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Payroll and/or Accounting services for non-profits
by Sterling Stone 05 Mar '18

05 Mar '18

Hello there all, I am seeking some assistance in making a decision. For the Past 5 years, we have handled all financial matters in house with our board members. Payroll, accounting, and end of year reporting (990's) are the primary fun tasks that I am looking to outsource for a no-to-low cost. Does anyone have any experience with any companies (Paychex, ADP, etc) that they would be willing to share, or any suggestions? Thanks, Sterling -- Sterling-A. Stone Executive Director Gearin' Up Bicycles 314 Randolph Pl., NE Washington, DC, 20002 202-780-5174 - Shop 202-487-0179 - Cell SterlingStone(a)gearinupbicycles.org Find us on Facebook <https://www.facebook.com/GearinUpBicycles?ref=hl>, Join us on Meetup <http://www.meetup.com/Gearin-Up-Bicycles-Learn-to-fix-bikes-meet-cool-peopl…>, and follow us on Twitter <https://twitter.com/GearinUpDC> *Support our good work through the Combined Federal Campaign!*

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Bike registry
by Edward Stewart 03 Mar '18

03 Mar '18

I am new to the Think Tank and not sure how to start a new thread. Our coop has the opportunity to serve our city and the police department by becoming the center of bicycle registration. My question is have any others had this experience and what are problems or blessings we might anticipate. The city recently made us the official recipient of discarded unclaimed bikes held by the police department. We received about 75 bikes for our first delivery. Next it will become a twice a year activity (and far fewer bikes). Thanks for your input. Love the discussions. -- Ed Stewart emsco514(a)gmail.com 440-365-6784 <(440)%20365-6784> *I have an escape mechanism for stress: my bike.* <https://www.avast.com/sig-email?utm_medium=email&utm_source=link&utm_campai…> Virus-free. www.avast.com <https://www.avast.com/sig-email?utm_medium=email&utm_source=link&utm_campai…> <#m_-3681211892340789405_DAB4FAD8-2DD7-40BB-A1B8-4E2AA1F9FDF2>

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job in NYC
by Angel York 02 Mar '18

02 Mar '18

saw this on another board https://www.bike.nyc/jobs/youth-programs-manager/

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DJ Fish of
by Bike Talk 02 Mar '18

02 Mar '18

Bike Talk will be streaming to: http://stream.wbai.org:8000/biketalk At 6pm PST tonight--Friday, 3/2/2018 >From 6-6:30 pm the topic will be bike theft and bike registry with Ted Rogers of https://bikinginla.com/ And Bryan Hance of Bike Index <https://bikeindex.org/> >From 6:30-7, youth bike programs with DJ Fish of https://experimentalstation .org/blackstone Here are the phone numbers for listeners to call and comment or question: (818) 752-4939, (818) 752-4771, (818) 752-4989. -- Hear the Bike Talk! podcast at http://archive.kpfk.org/index.php?shokey=biketalk. Website: biketalk.org.

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Games with/on Bikes!
by Sylvie Baele 01 Mar '18

01 Mar '18

Hey yall, I work with a nonprofit cycling and pedestrian advocacy group in Charleston, SC. We are installing a temporary two-way cycle track during our Bicycle Month (May). I'm putting together 3 bicycle safety events that will take place near/around it. I've been to a grungey bike event where we played some games but I can't remember many of them. But I know some exist! I'd like to make this a family friendly event and have it be fun for people of all ages and backgrounds. Anyone have any ideas? Thanks!! Bikes! Sylvie

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Ogden Bicycle Collective is Hiring a Youth Program Coordinator
by Danielle Fry 26 Feb '18

26 Feb '18

Hi all, The Ogden Bicycle Collective is hiring a Youth Program Coordinator! After spending a year successfully developing our growing youth programs, our Youth Program Coordinator is off to meet new challenges. So, we are looking for an equally engaging individual to run our current youth programs including Youth Open Shop Night, Earn-A-Bike, Kids Bike Giveaways, and more. There will be opportunity to develop new programs and serve the youth in the community in new ways as capacity and community interest grows. If you like teaching youth of all ages about bikes and want to make sure all kids get to experience the joy of bikes, this is your gig! The Highlights: Part-time (20-25 hours/week) $10-$14 hourly pay DOE Ability to share the love of bikes with kids throughout the community Attached is the job description. Please feel free to share! -- Danielle Fry Director Ogden Bicycle Collective 936 28th Street Ogden, UT 84403 801-997-0336

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Point of Sale Recommendations
by Phoenix Bikes 26 Feb '18

26 Feb '18

Hi everyone, I don't think this has been asked about for a while so here goes: Phoenix Bikes is moving to a new space and would like to use this opportunity to switch out point-of-sale (POS) systems. Any recommendations? Thanks in advance, Meg *Meg Rapelye, MSW* Executive Director, Phoenix Bikes 4200 S. Four Mile Run Drive Arlington, VA 22206 Bike Shop: 703-575-7762 Cell: 703-350-3843 Web: www.phoenixbikes.org Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/phoenixbikesVA/ Twitter: https://twitter.com/PhoenixBikes Instagram: phoenix_bikes <https://www.instagram.com/phoenix_bikes/>

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501c3 activity and IRS rules
by Bob Giordano 24 Feb '18

24 Feb '18

Below is a link and some text related to IRS rules and 501c3 activity. To me this points out the critical importance of defining your mission. When we started in 1996, we were very clear that 'providing bikes' and 'creating sustainable transportation' were goals towards a 'healthy community and environment', for instance. See part 3 of the IRS 'three-part' test below. (this ruling is from 1985, so more up to date rules may be out there) -- Bob Giordano Free Cycles Missoula, www.freecycles.org Missoula Institute for Sustainable Transportation https://www.irs.gov/pub/irs-tege/eotopicj85.pdf "Questions arise as to whether these activities, such as strikes, economic boycotts, picketing, and mass demonstrations, are permissible methods of furthering educational or charitable purposes. In determining whether activities of this type are consistent with IRC 501(c)(3), the Service relies on a three-part test. Rev. Rul. 80-278. Such activities will be considered permissible under IRC 501(c)(3) if: (1) The purpose of the organization is charitable; (2) the activities are not illegal, contrary to a clearly defined and established public policy, or in conflict with express statutory restrictions; and (3) the activities are in furtherance of the organization's exempt purpose and are reasonably related to the accomplishment of that purpose. " --- Edward Stewart wrote: Be careful of your non-profit status when taking political stance on issues. --- On Thu, Feb 22, 2018, BikeConcord <Smitty(a)bikeconcord.org> wrote: We are debating wether or not to post on our Facebook page. The brands Bell, Giro helmets, Blackburn lights, and CamelBak bags are all owned by the parent company Vista Outdoor, America’s largest manufacturer of ammunition and a big NRA booster.

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Boycott Vista Products
by BikeConcord 24 Feb '18

24 Feb '18

We are debating wether or not to post on our Facebook page. The brands Bell, Giro helmets, Blackburn lights, and CamelBak bags are all owned by the parent company Vista Outdoor, America’s largest manufacturer of ammunition and a big NRA booster. https://vistaoutdoor.com/brands/ Best regards and Happy pedaling! “Smitty” (S. M. Ardrey) Community Bicycle Shop Coordinator a.k.a. The Instigator (925)285-1814 BikeConcord.org Facebook: BikeConcord Bike Concord's nonprofit 501(c) 3 sponsor is Bike East Bay BikeEastBay.org

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Consent Forms and logistics for Drop-in Public Youth Rides and Road Skills learning?
by bike club 19 Feb '18

19 Feb '18

Hey Folks, We are hoping to create a riding/ road skills component to our drop-in youth shop program and I am wondering about the logistics/legalities of how to approach this! For over six month now we've been hosting a drop-in shop program as a collaboration between Pedal Society and Kickstand community bikes one afternoon a week where teens can drop in and get free support servicing their bikes, volunteer on shop projects to learn mechanics skills, and volunteer as part of our earn a bike program.In an effort to make the program as low barrier as possible we have left it as a drop in program vs. having a formal sign up, etc. The drop in is slowly growing a devoted crew of regulars. YAY! It has come to our attention that many teens, especially those who have not previously had access to a bike, do not have competency navigating the roads safely. In an effort to remedy this and build road skills and riding into our program, our thought is to make one week of the month our teen community ride and another day our road skills learning in the parking lot. It seems like hosting a road skills/riding session as a drop-in, with different people showing up every week would come with a host of challenges and complexities. Right now, our best idea, is that youth who will be leaving the parking lot with us on monthly rides will need a consent form and to have demonstrated a certain aptitude for riding. We're not exactly sure how to test for this or how exactly to go about teaching road skills on a drop in basis on a different monthly day while other folks are in the shop with the other instructor. How can we build on road skills when different people may show up every week? Therefore, my associated questions are: - Structure: Does anyone have any feedback on how to structure this? If we have different youth coming in all the time, it's kind of hard to build on road skills that take more than one day to teach - is it feasible to have a drop in program that teaches riding skills? - If many teenagers want to come on a community ride, do we need to cap it like a formal program (2 instructors per 10 youth) or is there a way to facilitate a larger more open community ride? I'd love to hear any feedback folks have for how to make this happen. Woohoo! Sarah -- Sarah Duby FioRito Bike Club Youth Program Coordinator Pedal Energy Development Alternatives (PEDAL) www.pedalpower.org

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Tool Board Fashion Show - late but great
by DCoppley＠intercitytransit.com 19 Feb '18

19 Feb '18

I meant to share our boards, but took a while snapping photos. Work stands, tool boards, and work ticket clipboards are color coordinated. There is storage behind the board for tires and cables. Please enjoy all the lovely type-a organizing. Photos are attached. David David Coppley Walk n' Roll Program Assistant Intercity Transit 360-705-5817 (office) 360-701-8379 (cell) PO Box 659 Olympia, WA 98501 dcoppley(a)intercitytransit.com<mailto:dcoppley@intercitytransit.com> Find us on Facebook!<https://www.facebook.com/BicycleCommuterContest> [WalkNRoll_HZ_RGB]

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Reno Bike Project is hiring a Mechanic Educator
by Genevieve Parker 17 Feb '18

17 Feb '18

Position description attached; feel free to share with your networks. Thanks! Genevieve Parker RBP Program Director http://www.renobikeproject.org/

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The Portland Gear Hub is Hiring a Program Mechanic (Portland, Maine)
by Ainsley Judge 17 Feb '18

17 Feb '18

Hi all, The Portland Gear Hub is looking for an experienced Program Mechanic to join our team in Portland, Maine. The Portland Gear Hub is a non-profit bike and outdoor gear shop powered a parent organization, Camp Ketcha. The Program Mechanic position is a full-time salaried position to lead educational bike maintenance for youth and adults, trail rides and outdoor adventures, as well as perform bike repair service and assist with sales at our retail location. Read the full description here. <https://drive.google.com/file/d/1uabhH7Ua9QbaeXRgl4la3xF8N5sCNuye/view?usp=…> Ainsley Judge Director of the Portland Gear Hub A program of Camp Ketcha Visit our shop at 155 Washington Ave. Take a class at the Bike School at 85 Anderson St. Portland, ME 04101

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Chicago's Blackstone Bicycle Works Youth Education Program Featured In Great Article
by Matthew Searle 16 Feb '18

16 Feb '18

Chicago's *Blackstone Bicycle Works* youth education program was featured in a great online article from Bittersweet Monthly. Take a look at it here: https://bittersweetmonthly.com/stories/blackstone-bicycle-works#chapter-nav *Mission: Blackstone Bicycle Works (BBW) is a youth education program of the Experimental Station. It’s a full-service bike shop dedicated to promoting ecological practices and empowering youth—teaching mechanical skills, job skills, and business literacy to youths ages 8-18.* ______________ Matthew T. Searle Assistant Director Experimental Station 6100 S. Blackstone Ave. Chicago, IL 60637 USA matthew(a)experimentalstation.org office: 773.241.6044; alt: 773.270.2502 experimentalstation.org <http://www.experimentalstation.org>

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Seen any good videos lately on bike traffic safety? (Good enough to teach with?)
by Jim Sheehan 15 Feb '18

15 Feb '18

Dear Think Tank; Do you use a video to teach bike traffic safety? Which one? Who do you teach with it? Is it part of a course that includes actual riding, or is the video all they get? Here's why we want to know: Everyone who gets a bike from OCBC is offered a free Traffic Skills Intro class , but less than 5% of them take it. (It's three hours split evenly between a slideshow/discussion, rodeo drills, and a group ride in city traffic -- the shortest we could make the LAB's 9-hour curriculum) Earn A Bike youth must take this class as part of earning their bike. Most of our other students pay a $25 fee since they didn't buy a bike from us. We get frustrated cancelling classes on these folks when we have less than three students (but a class of two is less educational, not efficient, and just kind of weird). For a long time we asked bike purchasers to take an online quiz on safe cycling (with answer feedback) while we final-checked their bikes. Almost everyone took it, and most said they appreciated the info. But it had no video, so did not demonstrate good technique, or, obviously, give them any guided practice on their bikes. So we want to give better information with a video on the basics of riding in traffic they can watch in the shop (or anytime online) and bring more of them back in with a shorter class that still covers the same "need to knows" -- since they will have seen good practice modeled in a standardized, visual way. (I'm picturing a video version of How to Not Get Hit By Cars). *We'd **also **like to use this video as the first station in community bike rodeos.* Is this a tall order? If you haven't found a video you can stand either, what do you do to teach good bicycle traffic skills? Is it effective? Please leave your answers in this google form <https://goo.gl/forms/P1MVez5bvoFKRmX32>, and for an ironic reward, see this video <https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=prhQixo0sFI> (if you can stand it) for all the production and pedagogical choices we want to avoid at all costs. Thanks, Jim Sheehan Executive Director Ohio City Bicycle Co-op 1840 Columbus Rd Cleveland, Ohio 44113 216 830 2667 OhioCityCycles.org jim(a)ohiocitycycles.org

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Web Developer
by Tigre Bici 14 Feb '18

14 Feb '18

Hello everyone We are looking for a web developer that can help us building our webpage with an online store. We have some ideas on what we need and will love that our page is built from a cyclist developer. If this is your thing please send us and email and we will be in contact Saludos R.

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Re: [TheThinkTank] Board Member "Job" Descriptions
by judith.feist＠gmail.com 12 Feb '18

12 Feb '18

I concur on this request...also director job descriptions...please and thank you. (: Sent from my LG K10, an AT&T 4G LTE smartphone ------ Original message------From: Alix AylenDate: Wed, Feb 7, 2018 12:32 PMTo: thethinktank(a)lists.bikecollectives.org;Cc: Subject:[TheThinkTank] Board Member "Job" Descriptions Hi all, I'm wondering if any collectives might be able to share examples of Board Member "Job Descriptions with me/Charlie's? We have very brief lists of tasks/areas of focus for our members, but I'm hoping to draft something that is a better indication of the time commitments for each member and potential tasks associated with each role. While also keeping in mind that these are volunteer roles. We have 2-3 staff and 9 board members, so I'm just hoping to have something to work off of to assist with articulating roles and managing the board. thank you! -- Alix AylenExecutive Director242.5 Queen Street E. M5A 1S3 Toronto, Ontario t. 416-856-5510 www.charliesfreewheels.ca Charlie's FreeWheels Inspiring a spirit of exploration in youth Sign up for our newsletter Get more young people on bikes! Click the gear to donate to Charlies' FreeWheels.

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Re: [TheThinkTank] recording the benefits of a community bike project
by Ulick O'Beirne 10 Feb '18

10 Feb '18

Re: recording the benefits of a community bike project Hey there, I'm really enjoying being a part of this mailing list. We're trying to get a project off the ground here in West Cork in Ireland. More anon. I'm applying for funding for various bike related projects: Earn A Bike, Fun Cycle Rides encouraging fitness and participation, Recycled Bike Projects, specific school and migrant centre projects. How do you equate your data? How do you record your victories? Or your projects that could have gone better? How do you relate these numbers next time you look for funding to show progress? Thanks a million! Ulick

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Receiving Emails
by lori newton 07 Feb '18

07 Feb '18

Hi there, our bike mechanic ‘joined’ the think tank but isn’t receiving emails yet. Can you hook him up? His name is Oliver Swainson oliver.swainson(a)gmail.com Cheers! lori newton, executive director bike windsor essex <http://bikewindsoressex.com/> 101 university avenue west www.bikewindsoressex.com 519.980.4849

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