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Re: [TheThinkTank] Insurance for youth welding programs through bikes
by summitcyclingcenter＠yahoo.com 26 Jan '13

26 Jan '13

I've built a couple of simple bike trailers. Thanks for the photos. I really like your design. I would like to see your hitch and tow bar design. Sent from my HTC EVO Design™ 4G from Boost Mobile ----- Reply message ----- From: christopher(a)holisticcycles.com To: "The Think Tank" <thethinktank(a)lists.bikecollectives.org> Subject: [TheThinkTank] Insurance for youth welding programs through bikes Date: Fri, Jan 25, 2013 12:16 I build trailers without welding at all, some handle up to 1200 pound. I weld other trailers because I can. My thoughts are this, if I am teaching kids to think about designing, engineering, constructing things; I want them to be able to do it in the future with the tools they or their parents may all ready have at home or tool they can buy inexpensively. Some kids may have a welder at home, More kids will have a drill. I built my trailers with a drill and a conduit bender. I normally haul 350 to 400 pounds of gear with it. It can be made small to haul groceries or large to carry a sofa. We are currently making one to carry 12 bikes and the gear to teach a mobile bicycle safety course at schools. Christopher WallaceHolistic Cycles140 Harrison StOak Park, IL. 60304 -------- Original Message -------- Subject: Re: [TheThinkTank] Insurance for youth welding programs through bikes From: Nozomi Ikuta <nozomi(a)affordablebikesrecyclery.com> Date: Wed, January 23, 2013 8:28 pm To: The Think Tank <thethinktank(a)lists.bikecollectives.org> That was my thought exactly -- this is where our thoughts headed when we thought about welding. Cargo trailers, that is! On Wed, Jan 23, 2013 at 5:20 PM, <christopher(a)holisticcycles.com> wrote: what about building trailers Christopher Wallace Holistic Cycles140 Harrison StOak Park, IL. 60304 -------- Original Message -------- Subject: [TheThinkTank] Insurance for youth welding programs through bikes From: "Bronwyn Potthoff" <bpotthoff(a)gwi.net> Date: Fri, January 18, 2013 8:55 am To: <thethinktank(a)lists.bikecollectives.org> Hello, We’ve been unsuccessfully trying to secure insurance to initiate a welding/fabrication program through the Community Bicycle Center. Ideally, we’re helping youth develop technical job skills through creating low-rider and chopper bicycles --- but the point of the program is not about bikes, it’s about learning the welding and fabrication skills necessary to create a tricked-out ride. The major obstacle we hear from insurance companies is that we’re creating a high-risk “Frankenstein” product (or “functional art”) that is extremely hard to insure. As soon as we chop a bike, the manufacturer’s warranty is null and void (for good reason!) The actual welding with kids is not a huge issue – it’s what happens if a weld breaks or a kid injures him/herself going off jump with a bike that is not build to handle such stressors. Waivers and disclaimers will only go so far and are not bullet-proof. Because we’re a commercial entity, it’s obviously not covered under any homeowner’s insurance policy (which would be what covers you if you’re helping your nine year-old neighbor weld a sick mutant bike). Also, vocational school insurance functions differently – I checked that too. I may end up having to change the program so that our “product” is not a bike, but something less risky such as a static sculpture. Regardless, does anybody have any experience with securing insurance for commercial (aka nonprofit) welding work with kids during which a “product” gets fabricated? [Keep in mind, all programs are free AND the product created is also free --- no bill of sale is involved] I’ve touched base with other programs around the country that do similar work, but have not heard back. Thanks!! If it makes more sense to talk through this via phone, my number is 207 282 9700. Bronwyn Potthoff, Resource Development/Community Relations Director Community Bicycle Center(mailing) P.O. Box 783(shop) 284 Hill Street Biddeford, Maine 04005t: 207.282.9700 www.communitybike.net Providing Opportunities for Youth to Grow _______________________________________________ Thethinktank mailing list Thethinktank(a)lists.bikecollectives.org To unsubscribe, send a blank email to TheThinkTank-leave(a)bikecollectives.org To manage your subscription, plase visit: http://lists.bikecollectives.org/listinfo.cgi/thethinktank-bikecollectives.… _______________________________________________ Thethinktank mailing list Thethinktank(a)lists.bikecollectives.org To unsubscribe, send a blank email to TheThinkTank-leave(a)bikecollectives.org To manage your subscription, plase visit: http://lists.bikecollectives.org/listinfo.cgi/thethinktank-bikecollectives.… _______________________________________________ Thethinktank mailing list Thethinktank(a)lists.bikecollectives.org To unsubscribe, send a blank email to TheThinkTank-leave(a)bikecollectives.org To manage your subscription, plase visit: http://lists.bikecollectives.org/listinfo.cgi/thethinktank-bikecollectives.…

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Bicycle Registry
by Cycle Re Cycle Cycle-Re-Cycle swm 26 Jan '13

26 Jan '13

Hello All, Our community, non-profit bike shop, Cycle-Re-Cycle, is looking into the logistics of starting a community bicycle registry. The local police department doesn't have anything like it and bicycle theft is pretty rampant in our community. We keep serial numbers and descriptions on all bikes we sell, so it seems that the next step is just to print stickers with a sequential number on it to adhere to all the bikes leaving the shop. Has anyone ever started a bicycle registry like this? Thoughts or tips? Thanks Cycle-Re-Cycle Benton Harbor, MI

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Re: [TheThinkTank] Insurance for youth welding programs through bikes
by christopher＠holisticcycles.com 26 Jan '13

26 Jan '13

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Re: [TheThinkTank] Insurance for youth welding programs through bikes
by christopher＠holisticcycles.com 23 Jan '13

23 Jan '13

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Bikes Not Bombs has some temporary jobs available
by Sarah Braker 23 Jan '13

23 Jan '13

Hi Everyone, Bikes Not Bombs in Boston is gearing up for our annual Bike-A-Thon, our biggest fundraising event of the year, and we're hiring two temporary/part-time jobs. One is a Phone Outreach Coordinator, the other is Route Coordinator. Specific job descriptions are here: https://bikesnotbombs.org/hiring-route-coordinator and https://bikesnotbombs.org/hiring-phone-outreach-coordinator Please apply if interested or pass along to folks you may know. Thanks! -- Sarah Braker Communications Manager Bikes Not Bombs 284 Amory St., Jamaica Plain, MA 02130 617-522-0222 ext. 104 www.bikesnotbombs.org <http://www.bikesnotbombs.org/youth> Donate online <http://bikesnotbombs.org/support> to support our work! Follow us on Facebook <http://www.facebook.com/bikesnotbombs> and Twitter<http://twitter.com/bikesnotbombs> !

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Insurance for youth welding programs through bikes
by Bronwyn Potthoff 21 Jan '13

21 Jan '13

Hello, We've been unsuccessfully trying to secure insurance to initiate a welding/fabrication program through the Community Bicycle Center. Ideally, we're helping youth develop technical job skills through creating low-rider and chopper bicycles --- but the point of the program is not about bikes, it's about learning the welding and fabrication skills necessary to create a tricked-out ride. The major obstacle we hear from insurance companies is that we're creating a high-risk "Frankenstein" product (or "functional art") that is extremely hard to insure. As soon as we chop a bike, the manufacturer's warranty is null and void (for good reason!) The actual welding with kids is not a huge issue - it's what happens if a weld breaks or a kid injures him/herself going off jump with a bike that is not build to handle such stressors. Waivers and disclaimers will only go so far and are not bullet-proof. Because we're a commercial entity, it's obviously not covered under any homeowner's insurance policy (which would be what covers you if you're helping your nine year-old neighbor weld a sick mutant bike). Also, vocational school insurance functions differently - I checked that too. I may end up having to change the program so that our "product" is not a bike, but something less risky such as a static sculpture. Regardless, does anybody have any experience with securing insurance for commercial (aka nonprofit) welding work with kids during which a "product" gets fabricated? [Keep in mind, all programs are free AND the product created is also free --- no bill of sale is involved] I've touched base with other programs around the country that do similar work, but have not heard back. Thanks!! If it makes more sense to talk through this via phone, my number is 207 282 9700. Bronwyn Potthoff, Resource Development/Community Relations Director Community Bicycle Center (mailing) P.O. Box 783 (shop) 284 Hill Street Biddeford, Maine 04005 t: 207.282.9700 www.communitybike.net <http://www.facebook.com/CommunityBicycleCenter> Facebook Round Providing Opportunities for Youth to Grow

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Laminate flooring in your showroom?
by Rich Points 21 Jan '13

21 Jan '13

Hey All, We're going to be receiving a nice chunk of change for shop renovations this year. This will allow us to build a loft, upgrade the HVAC, install some windows and other cool projects. I'm considering using laminate flooring in the showroom. I've lived in houses with laminate flooring for many years and have found it to be quite durable. However I'm not sure how it would hold up in high traffic situations like the showroom. Do any of you have experience with this? How about alternative floor coverings? Thx -- -- 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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Opportunity for the mechanically inclined & community interested
by kelsey snelgrove 20 Jan '13

20 Jan '13

Interesting & enriching opportunity - bikes, community, farming! We are looking for a motivated, resourceful bicycle mechanic to run our shop this summer. We are offering a unique opportunity; live with us on our 30+ acre farm comprised of 5 adults + one child, a fluctuating number of farm interns and visitors, cows, goats, pigs, ducks & chickens. With the right person, we are happy to share our space, resources and home grown food. The bike shop is located right on the farm, in the Shushwap area of BC, near a small town (pop. 2000). There are no other bike repair services for 60 km in any direction. An influx of tourists in the summer as well as a diverse local population means all kinds of repairs, refurbishing projects, and sales. Our shop is fully tooled (including welder) and we have an extensive stock of bikes and parts. We are also interested in creating bicycle powered machines to make our farm more efficient. Our dream mechanic can: - work independently and creatively - determine a bike’s worth, has a good understanding of manufactures and eras - keep good records, run a til and deal with customers. - organize and run workshops for the general public - able to fix and build up bikes resourcefully - live and work with a varied group of people We are open to discussing the arrangement, possibly offering a small stipend or different possibilities for earning money while here. We’re very flexible, if intrigued please contact us to learn more about our farm and this opportunity. goldenearsfarm(a)gmail.com http://www.facebook.com/groups/38812009317/?fref=ts www.goldenearsfarm.com (in progress!) > From: thethinktank-request(a)lists.bikecollectives.org > Subject: Thethinktank Digest, Vol 77, Issue 30 > To: thethinktank(a)lists.bikecollectives.org > Date: Sat, 19 Jan 2013 13:12:50 -0800 > > 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. jobs & more jobs (Geoff Heath) > > > ---------------------------------------------------------------------- > > Message: 1 > Date: Fri, 18 Jan 2013 19:30:01 -0600 > From: Geoff Heath <mech(a)thewrench.ca> > To: thethinktank(a)lists.bikecollectives.org > Subject: [TheThinkTank] jobs & more jobs > Message-ID: > <CANeqvpCNJKXKrXEsK4U0AWOo2X33jak4cMQ3VF+8sa2uR97W6w(a)mail.gmail.com> > Content-Type: text/plain; charset="iso-8859-1" > > hey folks > The WRENCH community bike shop here in Winnipeg, MB is hiring for a > volunteer coordinator. Position is 28 hr/week @ $17/hr with benefits. > There's much more to the position than just coordinating (teaching in the > shop, admin, etc) so please check out the posting on our website here; > http://thewrench.ca/wordpress/wp-content/uploads/2012/01/WRENCH-Volunteer-C… > Closes Feb .11. > We'll gladly do interviews by skype if you're from outta town and can > likely help you find housing if you get the job. > yup. > > Also, Hub City Cycles Community Co-op in Nanaimo, BC is hiring for the > spring. > Contact them for details. > -- > Geoff Heath, Mechanical Director > The Winnipeg Repair Education N' Cycling Hub > 1057 Logan Ave. Winnipeg, MB R3E 3N8 > www.TheWrench.ca >

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jobs & more jobs
by Geoff Heath 18 Jan '13

18 Jan '13

hey folks The WRENCH community bike shop here in Winnipeg, MB is hiring for a volunteer coordinator. Position is 28 hr/week @ $17/hr with benefits. There's much more to the position than just coordinating (teaching in the shop, admin, etc) so please check out the posting on our website here; http://thewrench.ca/wordpress/wp-content/uploads/2012/01/WRENCH-Volunteer-C… Closes Feb .11. We'll gladly do interviews by skype if you're from outta town and can likely help you find housing if you get the job. yup. Also, Hub City Cycles Community Co-op in Nanaimo, BC is hiring for the spring. Contact them for details. -- Geoff Heath, Mechanical Director The Winnipeg Repair Education N' Cycling Hub 1057 Logan Ave. Winnipeg, MB R3E 3N8 www.TheWrench.ca

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Hiring a FT Experienced Mechanic in Minneapolis!
by Crystal Brinkman 17 Jan '13

17 Jan '13

Hello Everyone! We are excited to be a part of the Think Tank Community! Full Cycle is hiring a FT, experienced bike mechanic to help us out. Our programs and business keep growing! Please see the below links to the job description (applicants must apply online but are encouraged to stop by!) and to our website to learn more about Full Cycle: fullcyclebikeshop.org https://careers-macc.icims.com/jobs/1691/full-cycle-bicycle-mechanic/job Thanks! Crystal Brinkman Shop Manager/Instructor

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Food in classroom
by Patrick VDT 16 Jan '13

16 Jan '13

Do you feed your students during, before or after programs? Are you linking to any type of nutritional programing? If so how long is it per session? Is it a standard course or is it something you have come up with to fit your needs? Thanks Patrick

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Metrics
by Patrick VDT 16 Jan '13

16 Jan '13

Hello everyone, Below is a list of metrics we are tracking or starting to track. I would love any input everyone might have on what im missing. Im also looking for examples of groups who have worked with schools to track attendance and grades etc etc of graduates of programs we/you offer. How long do you track students? What level of support do you get from the schools in managing all this data? Thanks so much, Patrick Financial Percent of funds spent on non-program activities Total program expense Total administrative expense Total fundraising expense Fundraising efficiency Program cost per participant Social Enterprise/Environmental % of revenue coming from shop(s) Quantity of bikes donated to other programs Quantity of computers donated to other programs Quantity of bikes sold in year Pounds of materials recycled/upcycled Customer - Clients/Family/Community/Donors Quantity of program graduates Quantity of program alumni Program attrition rate Quantity of program participants related to program alumni Quantity of parents involved in programs Quantity of youth who participated in multiple programs Quantity of youth who later volunteer with us or another organization Quantity of functional desktop and laptop computers in the home prior to completion of EAC program Quantity of students who have never had their own bike prior to EAB Youth participation by census tract Distribution of participants by gender Distribution of participants by age Impact on attendance or engagement in classwork (For school based programs) Short term impact: perception of improvement in responsibility, teamwork, respect, leadership, positive outlook/attitude, etc.; interest in improving grades; increase in activity (or career interest) related to our subject areas Longer term impact: same, but add number of high school graduates, GPA, college pursuit/completion, career pursuit related to our subject areas, participant perception of the value of programs. Program registrations People - Staff/Volunteer/Board Total quantity of hours volunteered Percent of program instruction by volunteers Percent of total hours by volunteers Quantity of core volunteers Total hours of program instruction delivered

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bike swap
by Dave Ellis 16 Jan '13

16 Jan '13

I've recently taken on turning our local bike swap into a fundraiser here in Helena, MT. Previously it's been a low turnout, low publicity affair. I'm new to really any kind of organizing, but I like my ideas and hope to glean some info from some experienced voices here. Here goes: Commission/consignment: what percentage of a sale have folks found to be a number that doesn't turn people away? Also, a handling fee for those that don't sell their items, thinking about a per person charge, vs a per item charge i. e. bike, clothing, parts, etc. Mostly interested in bringing people in since this first year is intended more for exposure. Pickup time for unsold items: Has anyone experienced difficulties with people not meeting a stated pickup time for items, then demanding their items back. Is this an appropriate situation for a signed waiver or legal document of some kind since some of these items have some value? Thanks much, dave

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Successful youth bike programs + video
by Christine Bourgeois 14 Jan '13

14 Jan '13

Hi all, Just want to share an article about how our successful youth bike programs have positive impact on the community in Santa Barbara county. *http://tinyurl.com/bbxv9f6* Don't miss our NEW short video http://vimeo.com/55427786 Other exciting news: our community bike shop Bici Centro moved to a new location. http://www.noozhawk.com/article/santa_barbara_nonprofits-bici_centro/ All the best, -- Christine Bourgeois 805 699 6301 Education Director Santa Barbara Bicycle Coalition (SBBC) * * *New location for SBBC/Bici Centro* 506 E. Haley St (next to Muddy Waters Coffee Shop) www.bicicentro.org

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AmeriCorps opportunity at the Iowa City Bike Library
by Brian Loring 11 Jan '13

11 Jan '13

Greetings, The Bike Library in Iowa City <http://www.bikelibrary.org/> has an opening for an AmeriCorps. The position is part shop director and part community organizer. This is an extraordinary opportunity to work with some fun people in a progressive university community. Thanks! Brian Loring [image: Inline image 3] <http://www.bikelibrary.org/>

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upcoming bike research/activism event
by Sarah McCullough 10 Jan '13

10 Jan '13

Hey all, I just wanted to share an upcoming event that I am organizing about the many cultures fostered around bicycling. Since bike collective often have some pretty rad cultural happening going on in their space, I thought I'd share this. If you have any questions, let me know. And feel free to share with more people doing great bike work, whether in the library or on the streets (or both!). * Bicicultures Roadshow: The Critical Bicycling Studies Tour de California Call for Participants April 16-17, 2013 in Davis, California What is it? The Bicicultures Roadshow will be a time for activists and researchers to talk, ride, eat, and play as we discuss and experience bicycling cultures. At this two-day conference, we will grapple with the shifting role of bicycle research and activism as it crosses lines between policy, recreation, and radical organizing. The event will take place in Davis, a Platinum Bicycle Friendly Community, home of the U.S. Bicycling Hall of Fame, and site of the first bike lanes in the U.S. This event is made possible through support from the University of California Transportation Center. Why Bicicultures? “Bicicultures” refers to the multiple social worlds of bicycling that co-exist, but may not overlap, in shared spaces. Rather than taking bicycling as a unitary object of analysis, we seek to investigate the construction of diverse meanings around the practice of cycling across time and space. What will happen at the event? Rather than following a traditional conference format of breakout sessions and individual papers, this event will emphasize ongoing discussion among all participants. Events may include keynote speakers, roundtable discussions, interactive panel presentations, workshops, field trips, and bicycle rides. We anticipate vibrant discussions about how diverse communities are using and thinking about bicycling as a tool to maintain and reinvent their worlds. Specific topics and formats will be formulated based on participant interest. We anticipate conversations around topics such as race, gender, class, ability, gentrification, activism, public space, embodiment, technology, design, recreation and sport, sustainability, mobilities, and more. How can I participate? We encourage participation from researchers and activists working in urban and transportation bicycling and in sport and recreational cycling, as well as those concerned with bicycling's social and cultural life. To participate, please submit a short piece (~500 words) explaining your interest in bicycling cultures, and what research, project, experience, or knowledge you would like to share at this event. Depending on your inclination, this may take the form of a research abstract, description of activist work, questions for discussion, workshop ideas, etc. Include your name, affiliation (if appropriate), and contact information. Group submissions welcome. Participation may be limited, so please submit by February 10th for full consideration. Submissions and inquiries can be sent to Sarah Rebolloso McCullough at smcc(a)ucdavis.edu and Adonia Lugo at lugoa(a)uci.edu. What makes it a roadshow? Prior to the Davis event, we will also participate in a field investigation of Los Angeles' bicycling worlds in tandem with the Association of American Geographers conference (April 9-14th). This event will include organized rides and a roundtable discussion about the history and future of the LA bike movement. Participants in the Davis event are welcome, though not expected, to participate in LA events. Those who are able to attend all events will enjoy vibrant conversations with people dedicated to the study and practice of bicycling from a multitude of perspectives—from sanctioned bicycle events to autonomous actions, from bicycling street fair to bike repair garages, from cities to countryside. Participants are encouraged to attend as much or as little of the Roadshow as desired, all nine days or just an afternoon. Contact the organizers for more information about the LA components.* -- Sarah Rebolloso McCullough Cultural Studies Ph.D. candidate University of California - Davis Provost Dissertation Fellow 530-601-1149 smcc(a)ucdavis.edu

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Cookbook Volume 3!
by Ainsley Naylor 08 Jan '13

08 Jan '13

Hey all, This is the official callout for the 3rd volume of *Meal To Wheels: Vegan Cooking to Turn Your Cranks*. M2W is a vegan recipe zine prepared for Bike Pirates, both as exposure for our food programming and as a way to encourage new cooks to discover the kitchen and try out new recipes. We encourage our friends and allies to contribute original or modified recipes *which can easily be prepared for large groups* (at least 15-20 people, if not 50!), which are vegan and do not require strange or expensive ingredients or apparatus. We also love recipes which could be a jumping off point for further experimentation in the kitchen. This volume will also have a special Bicycle Touring section (which may end up being a pull out zine format...) so we are also soliciting specific recipes for bike touring as well as prep/packing/nutrition tips for those requiring fuel for long days. Please submit recipes to lunch(a)bikepirates.com by February 15th, and we will have the book prepared some time in March. Every contributor will receive a free copy. Copies of the first two zines are available at BIKE PIRATES or via digital copy if you email me. Thanks! Keep the rubber side down. Ainsley.

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Recycle-A-Bicycle is hiring an Educator - NYC
by Pasqualina Azzarello 08 Jan '13

08 Jan '13

Greetings, Everyone! Recycle-A-Bicycle is hiring an educator to teach bike maintenance and youth ambassadors classes as part of our Greening Western Queens initiative. A job description is attached below. We are looking to fill this position as soon as possible. Please feel free to share! Best, Pasqualina -- Pasqualina Azzarello Executive Director Recycle-A-Bicycle Ph: 718-858-2972 Fax: 718-858-6201 http://www.recycleabicycle.org Follow us on Facebook<https://www.facebook.com/pages/Recycle-A-Bicycle/62453932286> Follow us on Twitter <https://twitter.com/#!/RAB_NYC>

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What has been the role of bikes after Sandy?
by Rich Points 07 Jan '13

07 Jan '13

Hey East coasters, Have you guys seen more people riding bikes after the hurricane? What has been the role of the bike after the storm? I hope it's getting people to ride to work for the first time and maybe create some new commuters. Curious in Boulder. -- -- 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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About working on E-bikes..
by Wendy Monroe 05 Jan '13

05 Jan '13

Hello Think Tankers.. I got so caught thinking about the 'bike is infected forever…' meme that I forgot to mention : E-bikes are problematic to work on. Every off-the-shelf complete E-bike that I have seen so far ( in Amsterdam) , has a proprietary electrical system that only the authorized dealer can get parts for. The Dutch brands Sparta and Batavus require a confidential computer code to be entered into the bike's charge controller by an authorized retailer, to even replace a battery. (Customers are typically not informed of this at point of purchase.. they find out a couple of years later that a battery replacement will cost them €500 ) It gets worse with conversion kits. Each kit has a proprietary motor controller, battery and charge control circuit, and each of these components are incompatible with those of other manufacturers. I have seen a few quality control problems on cheaper kits, that ( I've read that the Stoke Monkey kit has parts that can be bought off the shelf at an electrical supplier, but I have not seen one in person ) My partner is an electrical engineer who has built up ( and attempted to repair ) hub motors and several electrification kits on his own bikes, It appears that mixing and matching a working system from parts of E-bike kits, from different manufacturers, simply can't be done, at least in our experience. I agree that E-bike riders are cyclists too … but procuring parts for an e-bike is a very different experience than with a mechanical bike, and if you don't have parts from the original manufacturer, you might be avoiding some grief to have a policy against working on them in your shop. Does anyone out there have any experience with working on E-bikes they would like to share? Wendy Monroe

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'The bike has been infected forever'… with the electrification virus ( ? ! )
by Wendy Monroe 04 Jan '13

04 Jan '13

Hello think tankers, I'm seeing a lot of this sort of talk in the Netherlands… Is there a broad trend in the States moving this direction, as well? This Extra Energy organization is not thinking in terms of Cheap chinese made imports but rather of very pricey ( typically ) German products. Or perhaps German branded products, manufactured in China…. But I see e-bikes in general as somewhat of a threat to those of us who love non electrified bicycles. Any thoughts on this, fellow Americans? http://extraenergy.org/main.php?language=en&category=information&subcateg=9… Wendy

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Support women.
by Plan B 04 Jan '13

04 Jan '13

Hey Y'all, As you may be aware, one of the overriding characteristics of Plan B, The New Orleans Community Bike Project is our belief and constant practice of "practical radicalism". We believe that one of the most efficient and practicable ways to espouse culture shift is by performing outreach and enacting mutual social aid. We've learned this in a concise manner during our history. We made the original call for Bike!Bike! in 2004, a tradition that has progressed into an enormous gathering that crosses borders and causes global impact. We're proud to host Bike!Bike! X, the tenth gathering and conference and hope to introduce new traditions by expanding programming and offering more than ever before. The Chainbreaker book, written by Shelley Jackson and Ethan Clark is another one of Plan B's babies and it's publishing was a definite push for DIY culture. Due to the generosity of Working Bikes in Chicago, we have a regular supply of raw materials and used bikes that we use to teach classes and further our outreach. We have shared the bikes with new community bike projects in Mississippi and Alabama and are eager to distribute more regionally. We also use the sale of bikes to fund the space and special projects like our recent trip to present at 5^th Annual National Urban Cycling Congress in Oaxaca, Mexico. We co-presented with representatives from several other community bike initiatives from across the US in an attempt to espouse more like-minded initiatives as a force of economic and social justice throughout all of the Americas. Our presentation garnered a lot of interest and we are working with several new initiatives throughout Mexico in a support and advisory role. We know that outreach is working and we expect a strong presence of Mexican allies at Bike!Bike! X. One of the more exciting things that happened at Bike!Bike! 2012 was that race was /finally/a real topic. Contributing factors were a combination of workshops and the presence of more people of color at Bike!Bike! than ever before. The Ovarian Psychos ( http://ovarianpsycos.com/about/ ) were an impressive presence at the gathering and for the first time ever, an organized group by and for women with a strong base of people of color unified many within our group. These sisters don't mess around and they are now committed to launching their own community bike space. Plan B Ladies, Trans and Sissies night ( http://bikeproject.org/programs/ladies-trans-queer ) has committed to help them accomplish this[ and ]that's why we're asking for your support. Our latest initiative is a little different and for the first time ever, we're crowd-sourcing the funding. Our Ladies, Trans, and Sissies night coordinators, Tracey and Alisha, are going from LA to L.A. to support the OP's and bring them resources and materials. The reason I'm sending this out to the ThinkTank and distributing this appeal far and wide (and hoping you all do the same) is that I think for many of us this is an excellent opportunity to contribute to a cause that is greater than any of us and something that's always been prevalent in our discussions of social equity within our milieu. Specifically, the topic is gender and gender oppression, and no matter how much we discuss it at a conference or try to resolve it, the bluntest truth is that the core of the hard work in achieving gender equity is done by women, for women and while males can certainly be allies and supporters, the best situation is to allow women to be self-determined and invest in their own communities devoid of patriarchy and male voices. Won't you join us in supporting gender equity and social justice within the realm of community bike projects? Even if it's $5, anything helps for this important work to be done. The goal of $1000 is on the low side. We'd love to be able to support them fiscally and provide several tools and plant the seeds for this very important space to flourish and cause real change. Here's the link to the indiegogo page where you can read more about it. http://www.indiegogo.com/LTS2OPB I'll be happy to answer any questions in this thread. Please support if you can and help spread the word. Can't wait to see you all in October, 2013! All the best, -- Victor Pizarro Project Organizer Plan B, The New Orleans Community Bike Project

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Drupal Aid?
by Andrew L 18 Dec '12

18 Dec '12

hi Thinktank, i went and f&%$#d up our website trying to upgrade drupal versions without fully knowing what i was doing. can anyone come to my aid? for a knowledgeable person, it would be very little time from your normal day. would love to find someone from the bike community to help... is that you?... read on. ---- urgency: somewhat high; our website is currently down and thats never good :( overall goal: upgrade from drupal 5 to drupal 7 so that we can experiment with CiviCRM what happened: i backed up our database using update/migrate module; and then performed the upgrade through out awesome hosts, mayfirst out of nyc. however, i went from 5 to 7 - which is wrong.... and I am bad with command line, so dont really fully understand the instructions that are being given me. also: we are running drupal pretty much 'out-of-the-box' so this should be really easy!! no theming, no extra modules... but of course we would like to keep the historical database!! pay: we can pay someone if that is useful/necessary and if they have some credentials to get it done quickly. if someone wants to volunteer to help us out, we will send you a few of our 'patchkits' - i would add a link, but HA! the site is down. it's a handmade (tube)pouch with a hand-printed patch, and and actual patchkit and tire levers... a great stocking stuffer for a diy-biker person. Thanks, Andrew Lynn Troy Bike Rescue Troy, NY -- ------__o ----_`\<,_ ---(_)/ (_) andrew lynn 518-573-7947

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Re: [TheThinkTank] What CRM are you using?
by breathingplanet＠gmail.com 12 Dec '12

12 Dec '12

Does anyone use giftworks? Andrew troy, ny -----Original Message----- From: Laurie Hanselmann Sent: 12/12/2012, 6:56 PM To: thethinktank(a)lists.bikecollectives.org Subject: Re: [TheThinkTank] What CRM are you using? We are using Volunteer Impact for our volunteers and have run into the same issue. It has great capacity for volunteer management, but can't do anything else. Right now our donors and program participants are in separate databases which is crazy unruly. I've looked around and haven't been able to find anything except a custom database (WAY too expensive) to fulfill all our needs. Please let us know if you find a better solution! -Laurie Laurie Hanselmann Managing Director The Bike Depot 2825 Fairfax St. Denver, CO 80207 Office: 303-393-1963 On Fri, Dec 7, 2012 at 11:15 AM, < thethinktank-request(a)lists.bikecollectives.org> wrote: > Send Thethinktank mailing list submissions to > thethinktank(a)lists.bikecollectives.org > > To subscribe or unsubscribe via the World Wide Web, visit > > http://lists.bikecollectives.org/listinfo.cgi/thethinktank-bikecollectives.… > > or, via email, send a message with subject or body 'help' to > thethinktank-request(a)lists.bikecollectives.org > > You can reach the person managing the list at > thethinktank-owner(a)lists.bikecollectives.org > > When replying, please edit your Subject line so it is more specific > than "Re: Contents of Thethinktank digest..." > > > Today's Topics: > > 1. Re: What CRM are you using? (Rich Points) > 2. Re: What CRM are you using? (Ryan Sharpe) > 3. Re: What CRM are you using? (Sean Madsen) > > > ---------------------------------------------------------------------- > > Message: 1 > Date: Fri, 7 Dec 2012 09:58:55 -0700 > From: Rich Points <director(a)communitycycles.org> > To: The Think Tank <thethinktank(a)lists.bikecollectives.org> > Subject: Re: [TheThinkTank] What CRM are you using? > Message-ID: > < > CAKAQTJmJE0AWqBoF7f1SrwjhO3S7XjDZLkE-fZbrKH5NORXASA(a)mail.gmail.com> > Content-Type: text/plain; charset="iso-8859-1" > > Do you know if Gift Works has a scheduling feature for volunteers and > clients? This is a critical feature for us. > > Thx > Rich > > On Fri, Dec 7, 2012 at 9:44 AM, Ryan Sharpe <sharpe(a)sacbikekitchen.org > >wrote: > > > You might want to take a look at GiftWorks ( > > http://www.giftworksconnect.com/). Its pricing structure is > > application-based, rather than Volgistics' data-based, so it might come > out > > a bit cheaper for you. > > > > We don't use it at the Sacramento Bicycle Kitchen, but our local advocacy > > group's volunteer coordinator shat bricks when he saw the volunteer > > tracking features. > > > > --Ryan > > > > > > On Thu, Dec 6, 2012 at 7:56 PM, Reno Bikes <renobikeproject(a)gmail.com > >wrote: > > > >> I am integrating and learning Salesforce for non-profits right now. > >> Its free and pretty easy so far. > >> > >> I dont know a ton, but Its worth checking out, > >> > >> Noah > >> > >> > >> On Thu, Dec 6, 2012 at 6:27 PM, Rich Points < > director(a)communitycycles.org > >> > wrote: > >> > >>> Hey All, > >>> We're looking at changing our database and exploring various CRMs. > >>> We've been using Volgistics for a while but it's expensive and doesn't > >>> meet all of our needs. We're managing volunteers, clients and donors > >>> in our database. > >>> > >>> What are you guys using? > >>> > >>> 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.… > >>> > >> > >> > >> > >> -- > >> > >> Wed-Fri 11am-6pm > >> Sat 10am-4pm > >> 541 E. 4th Street. > >> Reno, NV 89512 > >> 775.323.4488 > >> > >> donate via paypal: http://www.renobikeproject.com/index.php/donate/ > >> > >> Follow us on Flickr: http://www.flickr.com/photos/renobikeproject/ > >> > >> Please let us know if you would like to unsubscribe to our email list. > >> > >> > >> _______________________________________________ > >> Thethinktank mailing list > >> Thethinktank(a)lists.bikecollectives.org > >> To unsubscribe, send a blank email to > >> TheThinkTank-leave(a)bikecollectives.org > >> To manage your subscription, plase visit: > >> > >> > http://lists.bikecollectives.org/listinfo.cgi/thethinktank-bikecollectives.… > >> > >> > > > > > > -- > > Sacramento Bicycle Kitchen > > http://sacbikekitchen.org/ > > 1915 I Street, Midtown Sacramento > > Open Tu 6-9p, We 6-9p, Th 6-9p, Fr 10a-2p (kids 6-8p), Sa 12-4p > > > > _______________________________________________ > > Thethinktank mailing list > > Thethinktank(a)lists.bikecollectives.org > > To unsubscribe, send a blank email to > > TheThinkTank-leave(a)bikecollectives.org > > To manage your subscription, plase visit: > > > > > http://lists.bikecollectives.org/listinfo.cgi/thethinktank-bikecollectives.… > > > > > > > -- > -- > 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] What CRM are you using?
by Laurie Hanselmann 12 Dec '12

12 Dec '12

We are using Volunteer Impact for our volunteers and have run into the same issue. It has great capacity for volunteer management, but can't do anything else. Right now our donors and program participants are in separate databases which is crazy unruly. I've looked around and haven't been able to find anything except a custom database (WAY too expensive) to fulfill all our needs. Please let us know if you find a better solution! -Laurie Laurie Hanselmann Managing Director The Bike Depot 2825 Fairfax St. Denver, CO 80207 Office: 303-393-1963 On Fri, Dec 7, 2012 at 11:15 AM, < thethinktank-request(a)lists.bikecollectives.org> wrote: > Send Thethinktank mailing list submissions to > thethinktank(a)lists.bikecollectives.org > > To subscribe or unsubscribe via the World Wide Web, visit > > http://lists.bikecollectives.org/listinfo.cgi/thethinktank-bikecollectives.… > > or, via email, send a message with subject or body 'help' to > thethinktank-request(a)lists.bikecollectives.org > > You can reach the person managing the list at > thethinktank-owner(a)lists.bikecollectives.org > > When replying, please edit your Subject line so it is more specific > than "Re: Contents of Thethinktank digest..." > > > Today's Topics: > > 1. Re: What CRM are you using? (Rich Points) > 2. Re: What CRM are you using? (Ryan Sharpe) > 3. Re: What CRM are you using? (Sean Madsen) > > > ---------------------------------------------------------------------- > > Message: 1 > Date: Fri, 7 Dec 2012 09:58:55 -0700 > From: Rich Points <director(a)communitycycles.org> > To: The Think Tank <thethinktank(a)lists.bikecollectives.org> > Subject: Re: [TheThinkTank] What CRM are you using? > Message-ID: > < > CAKAQTJmJE0AWqBoF7f1SrwjhO3S7XjDZLkE-fZbrKH5NORXASA(a)mail.gmail.com> > Content-Type: text/plain; charset="iso-8859-1" > > Do you know if Gift Works has a scheduling feature for volunteers and > clients? This is a critical feature for us. > > Thx > Rich > > On Fri, Dec 7, 2012 at 9:44 AM, Ryan Sharpe <sharpe(a)sacbikekitchen.org > >wrote: > > > You might want to take a look at GiftWorks ( > > http://www.giftworksconnect.com/). Its pricing structure is > > application-based, rather than Volgistics' data-based, so it might come > out > > a bit cheaper for you. > > > > We don't use it at the Sacramento Bicycle Kitchen, but our local advocacy > > group's volunteer coordinator shat bricks when he saw the volunteer > > tracking features. > > > > --Ryan > > > > > > On Thu, Dec 6, 2012 at 7:56 PM, Reno Bikes <renobikeproject(a)gmail.com > >wrote: > > > >> I am integrating and learning Salesforce for non-profits right now. > >> Its free and pretty easy so far. > >> > >> I dont know a ton, but Its worth checking out, > >> > >> Noah > >> > >> > >> On Thu, Dec 6, 2012 at 6:27 PM, Rich Points < > director(a)communitycycles.org > >> > wrote: > >> > >>> Hey All, > >>> We're looking at changing our database and exploring various CRMs. > >>> We've been using Volgistics for a while but it's expensive and doesn't > >>> meet all of our needs. We're managing volunteers, clients and donors > >>> in our database. > >>> > >>> What are you guys using? > >>> > >>> 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.… > >>> > >> > >> > >> > >> -- > >> > >> Wed-Fri 11am-6pm > >> Sat 10am-4pm > >> 541 E. 4th Street. > >> Reno, NV 89512 > >> 775.323.4488 > >> > >> donate via paypal: http://www.renobikeproject.com/index.php/donate/ > >> > >> Follow us on Flickr: http://www.flickr.com/photos/renobikeproject/ > >> > >> Please let us know if you would like to unsubscribe to our email list. > >> > >> > >> _______________________________________________ > >> Thethinktank mailing list > >> Thethinktank(a)lists.bikecollectives.org > >> To unsubscribe, send a blank email to > >> TheThinkTank-leave(a)bikecollectives.org > >> To manage your subscription, plase visit: > >> > >> > http://lists.bikecollectives.org/listinfo.cgi/thethinktank-bikecollectives.… > >> > >> > > > > > > -- > > Sacramento Bicycle Kitchen > > http://sacbikekitchen.org/ > > 1915 I Street, Midtown Sacramento > > Open Tu 6-9p, We 6-9p, Th 6-9p, Fr 10a-2p (kids 6-8p), Sa 12-4p > > > > _______________________________________________ > > Thethinktank mailing list > > Thethinktank(a)lists.bikecollectives.org > > To unsubscribe, send a blank email to > > TheThinkTank-leave(a)bikecollectives.org > > To manage your subscription, plase visit: > > > > > http://lists.bikecollectives.org/listinfo.cgi/thethinktank-bikecollectives.… > > > > > > > -- > -- > 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] Floor plan/shop layout
by summitcyclingcenter＠yahoo.com 12 Dec '12

12 Dec '12

Glad to see Sopo expand. I visited at the old location. Sent from my HTC EVO Design™ 4G from Boost Mobile ----- Reply message ----- From: "Bobby Brown" <bobby(a)sopobikes.org> To: "The Think Tank" <thethinktank(a)lists.bikecollectives.org> Subject: [TheThinkTank] Floor plan/shop layout Date: Mon, Dec 10, 2012 13:38 Hey Jeff, Sopo bikes moved to a new space back in the Spring and attached is a layout one of our volunteers designed as a plan for our shop, each grid square is 1'x1'. Our old shop was 300-400sq ft internal with most repairs happening outside in a parking lot with bikes hanging from Park Tool mobile stands. The new location is ~1100sq ft just for us with a 300sq ft bike shop/boutique attached to the front. We share our location with a local boutique bike shop, Woodward Cyclery so the red space on the attached layout is where their display room is and our shop is set up around the back 3/4 of the space. For your purposes, you could consider their location to be about the size of a suitable lounge with office space. We are lacking a little in storage but have put programs in place to keep donation bikes moving in and out of our shop rather than stockpile and gather dust. 15-20 bikes is about the max that we can store without getting cramped. The new shop has 4 repair booths with 8 repair stands; each booth shares a set of common bike tools. We have a tube patching station so that those repairs will not take up an entire stand as well as a wall for hub maintenance with cone wrenches, freewheel tools, chain whips, axle vice, bench vice, etc. Having moved from a shop with a shared wall of tools and several repair stands farther away, the repair times are much quicker and easier with the new approach of having several shared walls of tools. You have the tools for 90% of repair jobs within 4-5ft of your bike so our volunteers and patrons are able to focus their time on fixing their bike rather than searching for tools. The truing stands are also on top of storage cabinets where we keep assorted construction materials, tools, event supplies, etc. Shortly after building out the new space we had a Google Tour created so you can click through the link below for a virtual tour of our new space. We were really lucky to have a couple local photographers come out and do this pro bono. http://bit.ly/SopoGoogleTour Hope this helps! Bobby On Sun, Dec 9, 2012 at 4:28 PM, Jeff Neven <j_neven(a)hotmail.com> wrote: Hi bike collectives, We are moving again into a larger and more unique space and we are trying to figure out layout. I am curious if others have floor plans or shop layout drawings. We are trying to figure out how to include display space, repair space (6 - 8 stands), lounge/hang-out space for building community, office, and the usual crazy amount of storage needed for donated bikes and new & used parts. I am really interested in ratios of how much space you allocate for each of these activities. If you have drawings, I would love to see them to get us dreaming. Anybody included a coffee shop, book store or other third space? If so, how is that working with a bike collective? Jeff NevenNew Hope Community BikesHamilton, Ontario _______________________________________________ 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.… -- Bobby Brown Sopo Bicycle Cooperative Cell: 770 851 0965 bobby(a)sopobikes.org http://www.sopobikes.org Hours: Tuesday 7pm - 10pm Wednesday 7pm - 10pm Thursday 7pm - 10pm Saturday 2pm - 6pm

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short documentary video
by Andrew L 12 Dec '12

12 Dec '12

check out this new little video produced by our college student intern... http://tbr.mirocommunity.org/video/76/troy-bike-rescue-documentary -- ------__o ----_`\<,_ ---(_)/ (_) andrew lynn 518-573-7947

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Youth Bike Summit 2013
by Pasqualina Azzarello 10 Dec '12

10 Dec '12

Dear Activists, Mechanics, Cyclists, Educators, and Advocates, Please join us for the third annual Youth Bike Summit! WHEN: February 15-17, 2013 WHERE: The New School 66 W 12th Street New York, NY 10011 For more information, please visit our *website*<http://www.recycleabicycle.org/about-us/youth-bike-summit> . If you'd like to lead a workshop at the Youth Bike Summit, please fill out this *form*<http://cdn.e2ma.net/userdata/9608/assets/docs/ybs_request_for_workshops_201…> . For info on tickets and registration, please click this *link*<http://youthbikesummit3013.eventbrite.com/#> . For updates on Facebook: *Recycle-A-Bicycle*<https://www.facebook.com/pages/Recycle-A-Bicycle/62453932286#%21/pages/Recy…>/ *Youth Bike Summit*<https://www.facebook.com/pages/Recycle-A-Bicycle/62453932286#%21/pages/Yout…> Thank you all for the incredible work you do each day to help create a more inclusive movement and a better world for the activists, mechanics, cyclists, educators, and advocates to be! Please help us spread the word and please feel free to be in touch with any questions. Best regards, Pasqualina + the team at Recycle-A-Bicycle in NYC -- Pasqualina Azzarello Executive Director Recycle-A-Bicycle Ph: 718-858-2972 Fax: 718-858-6201 http://www.recycleabicycle.org Follow us on Facebook<https://www.facebook.com/pages/Recycle-A-Bicycle/62453932286> Follow us on Twitter <https://twitter.com/#%21/RAB_NYC>

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Re: [TheThinkTank] Removal from list
by GARRY ZIMMERMAN 08 Dec '12

08 Dec '12

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Removal from list
by Edward Patterson 07 Dec '12

07 Dec '12

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What CRM are you using?
by Rich Points 07 Dec '12

07 Dec '12

Hey All, We're looking at changing our database and exploring various CRMs. We've been using Volgistics for a while but it's expensive and doesn't meet all of our needs. We're managing volunteers, clients and donors in our database. What are you guys using? 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] What CRM are you using?
by Sean Madsen 07 Dec '12

07 Dec '12

At Bikes Not Bombs <https://bikesnotbombs.org/>, we use *CiviCRM <http://civicrm.org/>* and are very happy with it. Overall I'd say it's a terrific solution for an organization with a little bit of tech resources, but probably not so well suited for smaller groups and collectives that don't have easy access to IT skill/infrastructure. Here are some more detailed thoughts: * Good o Free and open source o Integrates with Drupal, Joomla!, and WordPress (we're using Drupal) o Tons of great features! We use it to track all of our individual donors, grant applications, volunteers, special events, program participants, newsletter subscribers, and memberships. It's great at interfacing /directly/ without supporters though our website, allowing them to make donations, RSVP or buy tickets to events, set up their own personal fundraising pages, and sign up for our mailings -- all saving us a lot of data entry work! o Vibrant community of other users and developers o Upgrades released often with many new features always emerging * Challenging o You have to install it on a web server and keep it up to date which requires someone with a bit of advanced computer skills. You'll also need to create a good system for backing up your database. o The web server you use will have to have some substantial resources. We use a Linode VPS with the 1024 plan for $40 per month. You can run it on a shared hosting plan for way cheaper, but I wouldn't recommend it because it will be too slow. o Sending bulk email from CiviCRM requires that you either maintain your own mail server (not recommended unless you really know what you're doing), or pay additional costs for an external email service like CiviSMTP, SendGrid, or Constant Contact. -- Sean Madsen Bikes Not Bombs Information Technology Manager sean(a)bikesnotbombs.org 617-522-0222 x111 284 Amory Street, Jamaica Plain, MA 02130

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How do you report "progress" to donors?
by Palmer Emily 06 Dec '12

06 Dec '12

I am curious how people report some of the more qualitative gains (soft skills like critical thinking, decision making, delayed gratification, etc.) in students of earn a bike programs to donors in a way that indicates that their money is well spent. I am especially interested in ways that this is communicated to donors through means other than anecdotes. Whether it is right or not to find ways to quantify a qualitative gain, I am still interested in hearing strategies and success stories.

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Is there a collective in New Orleans?
by Jonathan Morrison 06 Dec '12

06 Dec '12

Email me if you know of one. -- Sincerely, Jonathan Morrison Project Coordinator Salt Lake City Bicycle Collective 2312 S. West Temple Salt Lake City, UT 84115 w: 801-328-2453 c: 801-688-0183 f: 801-466-3856 www.slcbikecollective.org

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Re: [TheThinkTank] Is your shop OSHA Compliant?
by christopher＠holisticcycles.com 05 Dec '12

05 Dec '12

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Re: [TheThinkTank] Is your shop OSHA Compliant?
by christopher＠holisticcycles.com 05 Dec '12

05 Dec '12

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Re: [TheThinkTank] Is your shop OSHA Compliant?
by christopher＠holisticcycles.com 04 Dec '12

04 Dec '12

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Ride Somewhere Far
by Claire Bangser 04 Dec '12

04 Dec '12

Hi Think Tankers - I have recently co-written and published a book called *Ride Somewhere Far: The Adventurer's Guide to Mindful Bike Touring<http://www.lulu.com/shop/claire-bangser-and-brandon-hill/ride-somewhere-far…> *. It's a guidebook for new cyclists interested in using their bicycle as a vehicle for discovering, learning from, and creating the world they wish to live in. It combines personal narrative with practical touring advice and relevant resources for the aspiring two-wheeled traveler. Our project (called The Wise Routes Project<http://wiseroutes.wordpress.com>) leading into publishing this book has been super DIY. As recent college grads, we raised funds through a Kickstarter campaign<http://www.kickstarter.com/projects/beehill/the-wise-routes-project>(and outside donations) last year that funded book planning/research during our 3 month bike tour down the Pacific coast. All of the time that has gone into creating the book has been completely volunteer, including the writing, illustrations, 12 young cyclist "journal" contributions, and the help of 4 excellent volunteer editors from the cycling and alternative education spheres. We've self-published the book on Lulu's online marketplace<http://www.lulu.com/shop/claire-bangser-and-brandon-hill/ride-somewhere-far…>and now we'd love your help spreading the word to anyone you think might be interested in checking it out. It is specifically written for a young audience, first time tourers with no assumed cycling experience who may want to use a tour to create cool projects or deepen their studies. If you'd like to pick up a copy (only $12!), you can find it online here<http://www.lulu.com/shop/claire-bangser-and-brandon-hill/ride-somewhere-far…> and if you'd like to buy a bulk order (for your bike shop!), send me an email and we can arrange a discount. Thanks in advance for helping us get our book into the right hands and for being the source of so much cool information during this research and writing process. Happy tailwinds, Claire PS- Sorry if this is a repeat message. I'm not sure if the first one went through! -- *Claire Bangser* cjbangser(a)gmail.com clairebangser.com wiseroutes.wordpress.com LIKE The Wise Routes Project on Facebook: http://www.facebook.com/TheWiseRoutesProject

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Studies on adult personal & economic self-sufficiency
by jonny b 03 Dec '12

03 Dec '12

Does any have any leads on community bike shop impact studies on adult personal & economic self-sufficiency. Thanks! -- John Barrett The Good Life Community Bicycle Shop / Two Wheel View / The Organic Saskatoon & Iron Orchard jonny(a)goodlifebikes.ca 403.619.2648

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rewarding volunteers & members/discounts on bike parts
by carlvoss＠mac.com 30 Nov '12

30 Nov '12

At the Des Moines Bicycle Collective, we're reviewing our volunteer and member guidelines for special orders of parts and bike tools. Currently, we offer cost plus 30% on orders, which we believe matches what most cyclists could find on Internet sites. Typically, it's replacement bottom brackets, upgrades to fenders, handlebars or derailleurs. We get some Park tools ordered after completing maintenance classes. Our members ($40 annual membership) can quality for up to cost plus 10%. There is no threshold of volunteer hours for this discount, which is probably worth a second look. I see that at Community Cycles in Boulder, volunteers need to book 100 hours before earning an increased wholesale benefit (no hint of percent not noted on website). What's working for your nonprofit while maintaining good relationships with your local bike shops? Thanks. Carl Des Moines Bicycle Collective carlvoss(a)mac.com Mobile: 515-210-0237

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how to get on list
by Nancy Stimson 28 Nov '12

28 Nov '12

I thought I was on the list, since I get all the e-mails. How do I/we get on the list? (I have two staff members who I'd like to see the posts, too. Nancy Stimson, Executive Director Freewheelin' Community Bikes 3355 Central Avenue Indianapolis, IN 46205 http://www.freewheelinbikes.org Earn-a-Bike program: 317-431-7951 mailto:nancystimson@freewheelinbikes.org Retail shop: Phone: 926-5440 Hours: 10-6, Tuesday-Friday, 10-4 on Saturday CLOSED Sunday and Monday

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Our Coop Needs Your Help Today - Please Vote!
by Rich Points 27 Nov '12

27 Nov '12

Hey All, So we've spent the past three weeks encouraging people to vote in an online contest that will raise $2,000 for Community Cycles. Today is the last day of voting and we've lost our lead. Please help us keep strong and raise this money by taking 30 seconds and voting. http://apps.facebook.com/promohq/pages/d8b1faac60588d7c Thanks! -- -- 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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San Fransisco Bike Coalition knows how to do bike advocacy
by Rich Points 27 Nov '12

27 Nov '12

Hey Guys, There has been some questions about shops doing advocacy and running a shop. The San Fransisco Bicycle Coalition doesn't run a shop but they are one of the strongest advocacy groups in the country. If you're shop is thinking about doing advocacy the SF Bike Coalition is a great model. I recommend signing up for their newsletter. See their current newsletter pasted below. Ride On! Rich ---------- Forwarded message ---------- From: SF Bicycle Coalition <membership(a)sfbike.org> Date: Tue, Nov 27, 2012 at 9:19 AM Subject: SFBC News: Winterfest is This Sunday! To: Rich Points <director(a)communitycycles.org> ** If you have trouble reading this e-mail, please click here<https://aws.predictiveresponse.net/view_as_a_page/index.php?org=451&lea=22-…> <http://www.sfbike.org/&org=451&lvl=100&ite=1659&lea=670621&ctr=0&par=1> *Dear Rich, Your SF Bicycle Coalition membership is current through 5/23/2013. Thank you for being a member! <http://&org=451&lvl=100&ite=1659&lea=670621&ctr=0&par=1>* November 27, 2012 Biker Bulletin News 1. This Week - Polk Street and 2nd Street Community Meetings<#13b42aa51eca3292_1> 2. Winterfest is This Sunday! Score Bikes, Art, & Vacations!<#13b42aa51eca3292_2> 3. The Fell Street Bikeway is Striped! <#13b42aa51eca3292_3> 4. Vote Today for Our Board of Directors <#13b42aa51eca3292_4> 5. Bike Parking Code Improvements <#13b42aa51eca3292_5> 6. Climate Ride Meet & Greet Wednesday <#13b42aa51eca3292_7> 7. Three Bicycle Safety Workshops in December <#13b42aa51eca3292_8> 8. Video: Bicycle Sounds <#13b42aa51eca3292_9> 9. Upcoming Events <#13b42aa51eca3292_10> ------------------------------ * This season, give the gift that gives back all year. Get a SF Bicycle Coalition gift membership<https://www.sfbike.org/join_renew&org=451&lvl=100&ite=1659&lea=670621&ctr=0…>for your friends and loved ones. * ------------------------------ This Week - Polk Street and 2nd Street Community Meetings <http://www.sfbike.org/connectingthecity&org=451&lvl=100&ite=1659&lea=670621…>The SF Bicycle Coalition has been working hard with our members and neighborhood partners to transform transportation on 2nd Street<http://www.sfbike.org/project_2nd&org=451&lvl=100&ite=1659&lea=670621&ctr=0…>and Polk Street<http://www.sfbike.org/polk&org=451&lvl=100&ite=1659&lea=670621&ctr=0&par=1>. Thanks to our members who have attended community meetings so far - your calls for protected bikeways, more greenery and safer crosswalks are being heard. - The city will be presenting details on the one-way protected bikeway option for 2nd Street this Wednesday<http://www.sfbike.org/project_2nd&org=451&lvl=100&ite=1659&lea=670621&ctr=0…>- the final community meeting we’ll need you to attend. - On Saturday, the city will be presenting multiple options for a reconfigured Polk Street. Join the Open House<http://www.sfbike.org/polk&org=451&lvl=100&ite=1659&lea=670621&ctr=0&par=1>if you want to see your trips on this critical north-south route improved! Winterfest is This Sunday! Score Bikes, Art, & Vacations! <http://www.sfbike.org/winterfest&org=451&lvl=100&ite=1659&lea=670621&ctr=0&…>Winterfest -- the biggest bash we throw all year -- is finally here and we're excited to celebrate with you! Whether you are volunteering, bidding on auction items or just having a good time with your fellow bike-loving friends, Winterfest is the best way you can celebrate the holiday season with the San Francisco Bicycle Coalition. Your support keeps the SF Bicycle Coalition’s wheels turning to make sure our streets are safe and inviting for your daily travels. *Take a sneak peak at the great selection of Winterfest Bikes<http://www.sfbike.org/wf_auction_12&org=451&lvl=100&ite=1659&lea=670621&ctr…> !* We’ve just posted the attractive new rides waiting for your bids in the auction! From city rides to road bikes —there’s a bike for any type of rider. - Looking for a unique ride created just for you? The *Custom Mission Bicycle Sutro* is an internally geared bike, uniquely designed for city riding. The winner will pick out every color and component on the bike. - Expand your horizons with the *Bike Friday Pocket Llama*. This bike quick-folds in seconds for easy storage and transport, so you can throw it in the trunk and head for the hills or commute with it on BART. - From centuries to after work spins, *Specialized's Secteur Sport Disc Compact*, does it all. Donated by Mike’s Bikes, it features a svelte A1 Premium aluminum frame, powerful Avid BB5 disc brakes and a hill-flattening Shimano 18-speed drivetrain. *Have you checked out the Winterfest Art Show yet<http://www.sfbike.org/wf_art_12&org=451&lvl=100&ite=1659&lea=670621&ctr=0&p…> ?* We’re thrilled to bring you 50 great pieces generously donated by local artists who are using their talents to bring better biking to San Francisco! Many of the pieces this year are bike or San Francisco themed! *Need a vacation?* How about a week of biking or hiking followed by a soak in a hot tub with 180-degree views of Yosemite high country? The Winterfest Silent Auction has all sorts of great getaway adventures including a (5) day Yosemite retreat and a weekend in Inverness. *Toast to a year of great biking!* Back by popular demand: $20 bottomless beverage commemorative glass. Fill it with New Belgium beer, Velo Vino wine, or delicious nonalcoholic drinks. $5/drink without glass. <http://www.sfbike.org/winterfest&org=451&lvl=100&ite=1659&lea=670621&ctr=0&…> *Final Promotions: 3 ways to snag $20 bottomless pint!* 1. Be a member! All members can use the $20 Early Bird Tickets 2. Be a friend of a member! Perk of being a friend, use promo code: “MemberFriend12” 3. Be a Biker Bulletin Reader! As thanks for reading, use promo code: "BikerBulletin" Online ticket sales ends on Friday, 11/30 at noon. Get them while they are hot! *Tickets at the door increase to $25 for members and $50 for non-members (includes membership!)* *Or Want to Get in Free?* Be a volunteer at the event and get in for free! We still need approximately 50 people to take us up on this sweet offer to make this party a success. There’s something for everyone! Volunteers get entry to the party and one free beverage ticket ($30 value) Sign up here to be a part of our 2012 Winterfest team! The Fell Street Bikeway is Striped! <http://www.sfbike.org/fell&org=451&lvl=100&ite=1659&lea=670621&ctr=0&par=1>The SFMTA has begun work on the Oak and Fell Pedestrian and Bikeway project and has completed striping the Fell Street bikeway. The buffered bikeway is now in the ground on Fell Street between Scott and Baker streets - providing much more room for the thousands of daily bike commuters on this stretch. We hope this is already improving your ride. The SFMTA will continue work on the project making striping changes to Oak Street in the coming weeks and adding the physical buffers and pedestrian sidewalk extensions later in the Spring - visit sfbike.org/fell<http://www.sfbike.org/fell&org=451&lvl=100&ite=1659&lea=670621&ctr=0&par=1>for more photos and information. Vote Today for Our Board of Directors <http://www.sfbike.org/board_election&org=451&lvl=100&ite=1659&lea=670621&ct…>We need you to cast your vote today<http://www.sfbike.org/board_election&org=451&lvl=100&ite=1659&lea=670621&ct…>in our annual Board of Directors election. This year's election is more competitive than ever. We rely on the voices of our members to decide who will be responsible for ensuring that the SF Bicycle Coalition achieves its mission of promoting the bicycle for everyday transportation by developing the strategic direction of the organization, overseeing management and our financial health, raising funds for our work, and representing us in San Francisco's many communities. Each year, half of the 15-member board is elected to a two-year term by our membership -- that's you. Your vote is an important signal of confidence in the Board. Please read the candidate statements and vote today<http://www.sfbike.org/board_election&org=451&lvl=100&ite=1659&lea=670621&ct…>. *Voting ends Wednesday, December 12.* We are one of the few large, member-based organizations that elects our Board of Directors through a member vote. Do your part and vote today!<http://www.sfbike.org/board_election&org=451&lvl=100&ite=1659&lea=670621&ct…>If you have trouble voting, please contact boardvoting(a)sfbike.org. Bike Parking Code Improvements Thanks to the advocacy of your SF Bicycle Coalition, the SF Planning Department is considering ways to strengthen the requirements for bike parking in new buildings. Right now, the law requires a few spots, but the Planning Department has been hard at work coming up with even stronger and more clear language to help make sure San Francisco is building for the growing number of people who bike to work and play. Do you have ideas on how the city could make bike parking even better? How many bike parking spots should be required for every new apartment built? Take a look at sfbike.org/planningcode<http://www.sfbike.org/planningcode&org=451&lvl=100&ite=1659&lea=670621&ctr=…>and let us know what you like and what could be better. Climate Ride Meet & Greet Wednesday <http://www.sfbike.org/redirector.html?redirect=http://www.climateride.org/&…>Join the SF Bicycle Coalition and Blake Holiday, Ride Director for the Climate Ride, on *Wednesday, November 28, from 6-8pm*, and hear from veteran riders and SF Bicycle Coalition members Jenny Shu and Susan Green. They’ll share their exciting stories on what it was like to pedal 320 miles for great causes like bike advocacy and climate change and how to easily fundraise for the cause. NEW this year -- Climate Ride CA in the spring from May 19-23. Get a head start on your fundraising, and bring your questions for Blake, Jenny and Susan. This meet and greet is hosted by the SF Bicycle Coalition and will be held at Dolan Law Firm, 1438 Market Street. RSVP today<https://docs.google.com/spreadsheet/viewform?formkey=dDU2RFRVY1NZTndUZEJ1ek…> ! Three Bicycle Safety Workshops in December <http://www.sfbike.org/edu-intro&org=451&lvl=100&ite=1659&lea=670621&ctr=0&p…>It’s never too early to start planning your New Year’s Resolution -- and we’ve got you covered. Have you wanted to learn the Rules of the Road? How to “Take the Lane”? How to best communicate with people on foot, on bike and behind the drivers wheel? Whatever your familiarity with biking -- a daily rider or never been on a bike before -- we can help you better understand how to bike safely, easily, and confidently! Our free workshops, funded by the SFCTA, are open to anyone over the age of 14: - Intro: Sat, December 1 | 4-5pm | Potrero Hill Library (1616 20th St.) - Intro: Wed, December 12 | 6:30-7:30pm | Hamilton Condominiums (631 O'Farrell St.) - TS101-1: Thurs. December 13 | 5:30-9:30 | SF Bicycle Coalition Offices (833 Market Street) RSVP today for these fun, free classes and get rolling in 2013!<http://www.sfbike.org/edu-intro&org=451&lvl=100&ite=1659&lea=670621&ctr=0&p…> Video: Bicycle Sounds <http://www.sfbike.org/redirector.html?redirect=http://vimeo.com/42930215/&o…>We’re busy here at SF Bicycle Coalition Headquarters, prepping all the awesome bike love you’ll experience at Winterfest this Sunday. So in honor of a week that will culminate in a giant celebration of bikes, we thought we’d bring you this super cool short bike film<http://www.sfbike.org/redirector.html?redirect=http://vimeo.com/42930215/&o…>that shows one of the many reasons bikes are great. Who knew a spoke card, some gears, and a chain could sound so pretty. Happy listening, and we’re looking to celebrating more bike awesomeness with you on Sunday! Upcoming Events Check out our online calendar of events<http://www.sfbike.org/chain&org=451&lvl=100&ite=1659&lea=670621&ctr=0&par=1>. To add your bike event to our calendar, simply email the details to us<calendar(a)sfbike.org?subject=I%20have%20a%20Chain%20of%20Events%20entry> . *** Tuesday, November 27th *** *Light Up the Night Service Station* *5-7pm | Haight/Western Addition* With Daylight Savings comes a greater need for bicycle lights on our evening commute. With our amazing volunteers, we help to Light Up the Night by installing white front lights and red back lights on the bicycle of people who need them. If you're riding in the dark without lights, we hope you will use your Membership Discount<http://www.sfbike.org/discounts&org=451&lvl=100&ite=1659&lea=670621&ctr=0&p…>to buy lights at one of our partner bike shops! If you’d like to be one of our light station hero’s, sign up here<http://www.sfbike.org/lights&org=451&lvl=100&ite=1659&lea=670621&ctr=0&par=1>. The locations are being kept under wraps in an effort to light up riders who truly need lights. *SF Bicycle Coalition Board Meeting* *6:30-8:30pm | SF Bicycle Coalition HQ, 833 Market St, 10th Floor* SF Bicycle Coalition Board meetings are open to all. Contact Leah at 431-BIKE x306 or leah(a)sfbike.org for agenda and details. *Bicycle Ambassador Training* *7:30-8:30pm | SF Bicycle Coalition HQ, 833 Market St, 10th Floor* Interested in volunteering at service stations or other events? Then this training is a must! Learn ways to engage people, how to sign up new members, and more! Contact volunteer(a)sfbike.org to RSVP. You must be a current SF Bicycle Coalition member to become a Bicycle Ambassador. *** Wednesday, November 28th *** *SF Bicycle Coalition Volunteer Night* *5-8pm | SF Bicycle Coalition HQ, 833 Market St, 10th Floor* This twice-monthly SF Bicycle Coalition tradition has been happening for as long as we can remember and newcomers are always welcome. So stop by, snack on tasty treats, chat with fellow members, and help us keep our organization rolling. Dinner is provided. Bring a friend-the more the merrier! Don't forget to bring up your bike to the office! Special thanks to Rainbow Grocery<http://www.sfbike.org/redirector.html?redirect=http://www.rainbow.coop/&org…>for generously providing snacks for our volunteers. Email Margaret <margaret(a)sfbike.org> to Volunteer. *Climate Ride Meet & Greet* *6-8pm | Dolan Law Firm, 1438 Market St* Have you thought about signing up for the Climate Ride, but held back because of the fundraising requirement or the distance? Come to our meet & greet and hear from past Climate Riders Jenny Shu and Susan Green, and find out how they did it! We'll also hear from Blake Holiday, Ride Director for the Climate Ride, who can answer your questions about the ride. Don't miss out on this incredible experience with other avid cyclists and leaders in environmental causes and sustainability. Be a part of the California ride on May 19-23, 2013<http://www.sfbike.org/redirector.html?redirect=http://bike.climateride.org/…> *2nd Street Improvement Project Community Meeting * * *6-8pm | CBS Interactive, 235 2nd Street, Enter via Tehama Street* If you live, work, or travel on 2nd Street from Market Street to King Street, you won't want to miss this final community meeting. The city is looking to make biking and walking safer on 2nd Street and make it a more attractive place to spend time in. City staff will be presenting detailed information on the one-way cycletrack option and this is a great opportunity for you to ask design questions and show your support for the bike and pedestrian safety improvements included in this option. See sfbike.org/2ndstreet<http://www.sfbike.org/2ndstreet&org=451&lvl=100&ite=1659&lea=670621&ctr=0&p…>for more information. *SF Bicycle Coalition New Member Meet & Greet* *6:30-7:15pm | SF Bicycle Coalition HQ, 833 Market St, 10th Floor* Been an SF Bicycle Coalition member less than a year? New members are invited to join us to learn about SF Bicycle Coalition advocacy, education and community programs that will make SF a model cycling city, and how you can get involved. This is a great opportunity to learn more about your friendly SF bike advocacy organization. Bring your bike up with you! RSVP to volunteer(a)sfbike.org *** Thursday, November 29th *** *Community Meeting – Parking Management for the Northeast Mission ** *6:30–8pm | John O’Connell High School Auditorium, 2355 Folsom Street* Whether you groove to Joni Mitchell or Talking Heads, you've got to love a story about a parking lot that becomes a park, especially in a neighborhood without enough open space. But the happy transformation of the PUC parking lot on 17th Street and Shotwell into a new park and gardens for the community isn't without a measure of stress -- the Northeast Mission is already parked-up much of the time, and the neighborhood's largely unmanaged parking is likely to get even more congested and challenging, with distracted circling and double-parking and traffic turbulence slowing transit and making streets more hazardous for bicycling and walking (among the many headaches). As part of the approval process for the new park, the San Francisco Municipal Transportation Agency (SFMTA) was asked to develop a proposal to better manage parking in the Northeast Mission. The SFMTA invites you to get involved to shape the best plan possible -- they will be re-introducing the planning process at a community meeting this week: Join your neighbors at this meeting to learn more about the project and how you can be involved. And visit the NE Mission project web page<http://www.sfbike.org/redirector.html?redirect=http://www.sfmta.com/cms/pne…>to sign up to the project email list and learn other ways to get connected, or email parkingplanning(a)sfmta.com, or call 415-701-4213. *** Saturday, December 1st *** *Family Biking: Bike to School Practice Training* *TBD* Learn how to ride to school with your children with our on-road course. Our instructors will teach you and your children how to prepare and ride to school, including practice on a car-free space and on regular city streets with biking facilities. Parents with children of all ages are welcome, including children riding independently. All people under 18 years of age must be accompanied by an adult. Please bring your own bikes and helmets. RSVP<http://www.sfbike.org/family_class&org=451&lvl=100&ite=1659&lea=670621&ctr=…> *7th Annual Supermarket Street Sweep ** *11am-8pm | San Francisco Food Bank, 900 Pennsylvania Ave * The Supermarket Street Sweep is an annual bike race that benefits the San Francisco Food Bank! For the past six years, hundreds of participants have zipped around the city to local supermarkets and brought back thousands of pounds of food to donate to this wonderful charity. Get more info on our blog<http://www.sfbike.org/redirector.html?redirect=http://supermarketstreetswee…> *Urban Bicycling Workshop: Intro to Safe Biking* *4-5pm | Potrero Hill Library (1616 20th St.)* The SF Bicycle Coalition will be hosting a one-hour workshop on safe bicycling for everyone. Come learn about types of bikes, the rules of the road, and how to make your bike comfortable for everyday riding, including grocery shopping. All skill levels welcome and no bike necessary. This course is funded in part by SFMTA. RSVP at http://www.sfbike.org/edu-intro<http://www.sfbike.org/edu-intro&org=451&lvl=100&ite=1659&lea=670621&ctr=0&p…> *** Sunday, December 2nd *** *17th Annual Winterfest Member Party, Auction & Art Show* *6-10:30pm | City View, Metreon Rooftop* Don't miss the hottest bike party of the year at the 17th Annual Winterfest<http://www.sfbike.org/winterfest&org=451&lvl=100&ite=1659&lea=670621&ctr=0&…>Member Party, Auction, & Art Show. Join over a thousand of your bike buddies in an evening of festivities, food, music, and bottomless New Belgium beer. Enjoy an evening of a fabulous 60 piece local art auction, get an unbeatable deal on 25 new bikes and bid on the chance to win over 200 silent auction items including tickets to the arts, local get-a-ways and tours and gift certificates for all your favorite restaurants and establishments. Grab your friends and come celebrate at the best party of the year benefiting your local bicycle advocacy organization. Free Valet Bike Parking provided of course. Join the 150+ volunteers that help to put on Winterfest! Sign up online<http://www.sfbike.org/wf_volunteers&org=451&lvl=100&ite=1659&lea=670621&ctr…> *Big Ride to Winterfest ** *3pm | meet at Fulton St & Larkin St* December is a busy month. Instead of our usual sponsored ride we are going to mix it up with a bigger ride to SF Bicycle Coalition's Winterfest. 18 mile ride looping around the city. Event Details<http://www.sfbike.org/redirector.html?redirect=http://www.meetup.com/Startu…> *** Tuesday, December 4th *** *SF Bicycle Coalition Phone Bank* *5-8pm | SF Bicycle Coalition HQ, 833 Market St, 10th Floor* Accept the challenge to chat up your fellow SF Bicycle Coalition members! Join the volunteers who keep the SF Bicycle Coalition membership strong. No cold-calling, just calls to friendly lapsed members offering an easy way to renew. Plan to stay for the thank-you dinner afterward and get to know your fellow volunteers. You must be a current or former member to volunteer. Contact juli(a)sfbike.org *(Events not sponsored by the SF Bicycle Coalition are marked with an *)* ------------------------------ *Join the San Francisco Bicycle Coalition and make San Francisco great for bicycling* Become a member<http://www.sfbike.org/?membership&org=451&lvl=100&ite=1659&lea=670621&ctr=0…>and join a diverse group of 12,000 people who are committed to making San Francisco an easier and safer place to ride a bicycle. When you add your voice<http://www.sfbike.org/?membership&org=451&lvl=100&ite=1659&lea=670621&ctr=0…>you'll keep bike improvements moving forward in San Francisco! ------------------------------ <http://www.sfbike.org/redirector.html?redirect=http://www.twitter.com/sfbik…><http://www.sfbike.org/redirector.html?redirect=http://www.facebook.com/sfbi…> San Francisco Bicycle Coalition 833 Market Street, 10th floor San Francisco, CA 94103 Contact SF Bicycle Coalition staff<http://www.sfbike.org/?staff&org=451&lvl=100&ite=1659&lea=670621&ctr=0&par=1> San Francisco Bicycle Coalition - 833 Market Street, 10th Floor - San Francisco, CA 94103 To review our Privacy Policy. <http://www.sfbike.org/?privacy> The email address for you is director(a)communitycycles.org If you no longer wish to receive email communication from San Francisco Bicycle Coalition you may unsubscribe<https://aws.predictiveresponse.net/unsubscribe.htm?org=451&first_name=Rich&…> <http://predictiveresponse.com/index.php?option=com_content&view=article&id=…> Report Abuse<http://www.predictiveresponse.com/wraps/abuselink.html?org=451&first_name=R…> -- -- 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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Please Vote for Community Cycles so we can win $2000
by Sue Prant 26 Nov '12

26 Nov '12

One of our volunteers, Ryan, is in a contest against another film crew. Ryan & his partner Asha have pledged $2000 to Community Cycles if they win. They will donate this to our Kids' Holiday Bike Giveaway - where we give bikes to 300 low income kids- if they win. Please vote today AND tomorrow before the contest ends Tuesday evening at midnight Pacific time. Thank you!!! *Vote here* https://apps.facebook.com/promohq/pages/d8b1faac60588d7c<http://communitycycles.us2.list-manage.com/track/click?u=dfb03be0fd75758573…> for Ryan & Asha Thanks!!!! -- Sue Prant Advocacy, Development and Walk & Bike Month Director Community Cycles 3172 29th Street Boulder, CO 80301 Phone: 303-564-9681 e-mail: sue(a)communitycycles.org www.CommunityCycles.org <http://www.communitycycles.org/> Join the movement! Become a Community Cycles member <http://communitycycles.org/get-involved/membership-form.html> <http://www.communitycycles.org/get-involved/membership-form.html>

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adaptive bikes for special needs kids
by Leslie Peteya 26 Nov '12

26 Nov '12

Hi all, I remember a while ago someone posted an email about adaptive bikes for children and adults with disabilities. Do any organizations specialize in building or acquiring bikes for these kids, and if so, how can I get in contact with them? I recently had a request for an adaptive bike at our co-op, and we're not really set up to custom-make one. Best, Leslie Durham Bike Co-op

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Ride Somewhere Far - new book for aspiring touring cyclists
by Claire Bangser 25 Nov '12

25 Nov '12

Hi Think Tankers - I have recently co-written and published a book called *Ride Somewhere Far: The Adventurer's Guide to Mindful Bike Touring<http://www.lulu.com/shop/claire-bangser-and-brandon-hill/ride-somewhere-far…> *. It's a guidebook for new cyclists interested in using their bicycle as a vehicle for discovering, learning from, and creating the world they wish to live in. It combines personal narrative with practical touring advice and relevant resources for the aspiring two-wheeled traveler. Our project (called The Wise Routes Project<http://wiseroutes.wordpress.com>) leading into publishing this book has been super DIY. As recent college grads, we raised funds through a Kickstarter campaign<http://www.kickstarter.com/projects/beehill/the-wise-routes-project>(and outside donations) last year that funded book planning/research during our 3 month bike tour down the Pacific coast. All of the time that has gone into creating the book has been completely volunteer, including the writing, illustrations, 12 young cyclist "journal" contributions, and the help of 4 excellent volunteer editors from the cycling and alternative education spheres. We've self-published the book on Lulu's online marketplace<http://www.lulu.com/shop/claire-bangser-and-brandon-hill/ride-somewhere-far…>and now we'd love your help spreading the word to anyone you think might be interested in checking it out. It is specifically written for a young-ish audience, first time tourers with no assumed cycling experience who simply which to more deeply engage in the world around them via bicycle. If you'd like to pick up a copy (it's only $12!), you can find it online here<http://www.lulu.com/shop/claire-bangser-and-brandon-hill/ride-somewhere-far…> and if you'd like to buy a bulk order (for your bike shop!), send me an email and we can arrange a discount. Thanks in advance for helping us get our book into the right hands and for being the source of so much cool information during this research and writing process. [image: Inline image 2] <http://www.facebook.com/TheWiseRoutesProject> (One of my illustrations from the book that I thought you might like) Happy tailwinds, Claire -- *Claire Bangser* cjbangser(a)gmail.com clairebangser.com wiseroutes.wordpress.com LIKE The Wise Routes Project on Facebook: http://www.facebook.com/TheWiseRoutesProject

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Becoming Self-Sufficient
by Matthew VanSlyke 23 Nov '12

23 Nov '12

I have been exploring the feasibility of opening a community bike shop in my small-ish Northeast city. It looks like there's some opportunity here. As I search for start-up funding I want to be able to confidently tell funders that we'll become self-sustaining in a reasonable amount of time. My most promising lead likes to let go of the leash in 24 months. I'm anticipating most revenue to come from the sale of repurposed bikes out of the storefront, with some other special events, fundraisers, donations and memberships. What can you tell me about your experience? Is this realistic? Thanks, Matt

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B!KE is Hiring
by Tegan Moss 22 Nov '12

22 Nov '12

B!KE, a non-profit shop in Peterborough Ontario is looking for a part time staff to assist in the development and delivery of various cycling programs. Strong potential for seasonal increase in hours. The cost of living in Peterborough is low, and we are real close to Toronto. If you love bikes and want a change from the big city this could be great! Please see the attached job description. We look forward to hearing from talented folks. Cheers, Tegan -- -- B!KE: The Peterborough Community Bike Shop 336 Rubidge St, Peterborough ON (705) 775-7227 communitybikeshop.org

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Help Community Cycles Win $2,000
by Rich Points 21 Nov '12

21 Nov '12

Bike Coop Friends, World travelers Ryan Van Duzer and Asha Mevlana are in a contest to win $10,000 if they win they will donate $2K to Community Cycles. This contest is hosted on facebook and ends on November 27. You can vote once a day until then and help us raise $2K in support of our grassroots bicycle advocacy and outreach programs. Please show your support for Community Cycles and vote each day until the 27th. *http://tinyurl.com/as7lgqh* -- -- 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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TBR patch kits available now!
by Andrew L 20 Nov '12

20 Nov '12

Hi Thinktank... we are trying a new mini-fundraiser idea this fall, and thought you all might appreciate it... maybe some of you might want one also? -- Troy Bike Rescue has a limited supply of our new "patch kits" available. We are encouraging our support base of bikers and bike enthusiasts (hey thats you!) to consider reserving one of them for a donation that will help us make it through the low-traffic winter months. Consider it the latest addition to our line of un-consumer products. A TBR patch kit includes: -a hand-made recycled rubber pouch -a tube patching kit (duh!) -two Park brand tire levers -three unique TBR stickers -a hand-printed canvas patch (one of three unique designs) Click here to learn more or reserve yours now: http://troybikerescue.org/patchkit Click here to check out the available patch designs: http://troybikerescue.org/node/178 If youre not interested please forward or share this info with someone who might be. Thanks, and happy cold-weather riding!! Andrew & the TBR crew

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