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Private Bike Repair Lessons?
by Rich Points 31 Oct '12

31 Oct '12

Hey All, We're playing with the idea of offering private bike repair sessions. This would be for folks who already have a bike and don't qualify EAB and would like more guidance/instruction working on their bikes. We have a membership which gives you access to the shop and tools but not necessarily and instructor. Private lessons would help us fill this gap. Are any of you guys doing this? Would love to hear your experience. Questions - 2hrs? - 3hrs? - Scheduling? - Cost to participants? - Staffing/Volunteering - Promoting 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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Getting started
by Harold Schreckengost 27 Oct '12

27 Oct '12

Hey, everyone! For next spring, the owners of the LBS and I are hoping to have a co-op together. Preferably by late March or early April. What, as far as tools, fixtures, etc, will we need? And what will we need for paperwork, record-keeping, etc? (We're in Pennsylvania, by the way, if that matters much) The more detailed you can be, the better, and the more I will owe you. Any help I can get from you guys would be greatly appreciated. Thanks! Harold Schreckengost

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Re: [TheThinkTank] Bike Bike WInter in Feb 15...Toron to?
by summitcyclingcenter＠yahoo.com 26 Oct '12

26 Oct '12

Ohio does not issue enhanced driver licenses Sent from my HTC EVO Design™ 4G from Boost Mobile ----- Reply message ----- From: "summitcyclingcenter(a)yahoo.com" <summitcyclingcenter(a)yahoo.com> To: "The Think Tank" <thethinktank(a)lists.bikecollectives.org> Subject: [TheThinkTank] Bike Bike WInter in Feb 15...Toron to? Date: Fri, Oct 26, 2012 07:54 Interesting! I'll check Ohio BMV. THANKS Sent from my HTC EVO Design™ 4G from Boost Mobile ----- Reply message ----- From: "Matt Brittenham" <mattface(a)gmail.com> To: "The Think Tank" <thethinktank(a)lists.bikecollectives.org> Subject: [TheThinkTank] Bike Bike WInter in Feb 15...Toronto? Date: Thu, Oct 25, 2012 08:20 If your state offers an enhanced drivers license, that is a slightly less expensive, and quicker alternative to a passport for crossing the canada border. In VT it took less than 10 days to get an enhanced ID, and costs $25 on top of the regular drivers license fee. They also do Non-Driver ID. On Oct 25, 2012, at 8:16 AM, summitcyclingcenter(a)yahoo.com wrote:I would attend but for two limitations-the passport requirement and February is at the bottom of the income cycle. Sent from my HTC EVO Design™ 4G from Boost Mobile ----- Reply message ----- From: "Geoffrey Bercarich" <geoff.bercarich(a)gmail.com> To: "The Think Tank" <thethinktank(a)lists.bikecollectives.org> Subject: [TheThinkTank] Bike Bike WInter in Feb 15...Toronto? Date: Wed, Oct 24, 2012 22:39 I would like to ask a formal question ? Would anyone be interested in attending a bike conference in Feb 15th in Toronto Canada that consists of educational workshops, forums, and discussions on topics ranging from wheel building, consensus decision-making, gender dynamics, and of course, how to make a community bike space and cyclists survive through winter. All workshops will be presented and facilitated by attendees. Please reply with interest so we can gauge interest. _______________________________________________ Thethinktank mailing list Thethinktank(a)lists.bikecollectives.org To unsubscribe, send a blank email to TheThinkTank-leave(a)bikecollectives.org To manage your subscription, plase visit: http://lists.bikecollectives.org/listinfo.cgi/thethinktank-bikecollectives.…

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Re: [TheThinkTank] Bike Bike WInter in Feb 15...Toronto?
by summitcyclingcenter＠yahoo.com 26 Oct '12

26 Oct '12

Interesting! I'll check Ohio BMV. THANKS Sent from my HTC EVO Design™ 4G from Boost Mobile ----- Reply message ----- From: "Matt Brittenham" <mattface(a)gmail.com> To: "The Think Tank" <thethinktank(a)lists.bikecollectives.org> Subject: [TheThinkTank] Bike Bike WInter in Feb 15...Toronto? Date: Thu, Oct 25, 2012 08:20 If your state offers an enhanced drivers license, that is a slightly less expensive, and quicker alternative to a passport for crossing the canada border. In VT it took less than 10 days to get an enhanced ID, and costs $25 on top of the regular drivers license fee. They also do Non-Driver ID. On Oct 25, 2012, at 8:16 AM, summitcyclingcenter(a)yahoo.com wrote:I would attend but for two limitations-the passport requirement and February is at the bottom of the income cycle. Sent from my HTC EVO Design™ 4G from Boost Mobile ----- Reply message ----- From: "Geoffrey Bercarich" <geoff.bercarich(a)gmail.com> To: "The Think Tank" <thethinktank(a)lists.bikecollectives.org> Subject: [TheThinkTank] Bike Bike WInter in Feb 15...Toronto? Date: Wed, Oct 24, 2012 22:39 I would like to ask a formal question ? Would anyone be interested in attending a bike conference in Feb 15th in Toronto Canada that consists of educational workshops, forums, and discussions on topics ranging from wheel building, consensus decision-making, gender dynamics, and of course, how to make a community bike space and cyclists survive through winter. All workshops will be presented and facilitated by attendees. Please reply with interest so we can gauge interest. _______________________________________________ Thethinktank mailing list Thethinktank(a)lists.bikecollectives.org To unsubscribe, send a blank email to TheThinkTank-leave(a)bikecollectives.org To manage your subscription, plase visit: http://lists.bikecollectives.org/listinfo.cgi/thethinktank-bikecollectives.…

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Re: [TheThinkTank] Bike Bike WInter in Feb 15...Toronto?
by summitcyclingcenter＠yahoo.com 25 Oct '12

25 Oct '12

I would attend but for two limitations-the passport requirement and February is at the bottom of the income cycle. Sent from my HTC EVO Design™ 4G from Boost Mobile ----- Reply message ----- From: "Geoffrey Bercarich" <geoff.bercarich(a)gmail.com> To: "The Think Tank" <thethinktank(a)lists.bikecollectives.org> Subject: [TheThinkTank] Bike Bike WInter in Feb 15...Toronto? Date: Wed, Oct 24, 2012 22:39 I would like to ask a formal question ? Would anyone be interested in attending a bike conference in Feb 15th in Toronto Canada that consists of educational workshops, forums, and discussions on topics ranging from wheel building, consensus decision-making, gender dynamics, and of course, how to make a community bike space and cyclists survive through winter. All workshops will be presented and facilitated by attendees. Please reply with interest so we can gauge interest.

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Re: [TheThinkTank] Tricks of the Trade- unbending an axle
by christopher＠holisticcycles.com 24 Oct '12

24 Oct '12

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Re: [TheThinkTank] Tricks of the Trade- Hub Adjustments
by christopher＠holisticcycles.com 24 Oct '12

24 Oct '12

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unbending an axle?
by Bob Giordano 24 Oct '12

24 Oct '12

Points well-taken Josh. I've been looking on-line and found this from Park: ---------- "If inspecting axle, roll axle on flat surface... Bent axles cannot be re-bent. A new axle is required" http://www.parktool.com/blog/repair-help/hub-overhaul-and-adjustment ---------- Other axle thoughts? veganboyjosh(a)gmail.com wrote: > hammering an axle straight while it's still in the hub? not trying to stir > up an argument, but i think you're just as likely to damage the cones as you are to straighten the axle this way. to say nothing of making the bearings out of round in a quick manner. if the axle is bent enough to matter, chances are the inside guts, bearings, cones, cups are going to need inspection anyway. > On Tue, Oct 23, 2012 at 2:12 PM, Bob Giordano <mist(a)strans.org> wrote: >> When you hear a hammer in a community shop it is worth a quick look to ensure there is a real need for that type of tool. >> One good use of a hammer is to get an axle 90% straighter, by rolling the >> axle back and forth with one hand and delivering a moderate blow to the bent side with your other hand (hold the rim against your chest, perpendicular), when it is obvious the bent part of the axle is in the 'up' position. >> Deliver the blow to the axle nut- which must be on the bent side- so you >> do not damage threads. Not the best method, as slight damage can be done >> to the cone and/or bearing, yet for many bikes it is good enough and sure >> beats full axle replacement. >> Bent axles almost always occur on the drive side of a rear wheel (where the most torque is applied during riding probably). >> -Bob Giordano >> -- >> Free Cycles Missoula >> Shop: 732 S. 1st St. West, 541.7284 >> 12PM-6PM Mon-Sat >> Missoula Institute for Sustainable Transportation >> www.strans.org, mist(a)strans.org, 406-880-6834

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Re: [TheThinkTank] Liability waiver
by wormsign＠gmail.com 23 Oct '12

23 Oct '12

ill copy paste it when i get to an actual computer. We believe it to be bullet proof but it hasnt been legally challenged. It is based on a liability waiver used by disney world for teaching swimming to 8 year olds and has additions that reflect our space and policy. Its efficacy would be dependent on your local regulations as well. I'll send it as a guideline though, you can fill in your own details and use it of you wish but ideally youd have a local lawyer and your insurer review it. Geoffrey Bercarich <geoff.bercarich(a)gmail.com> wrote: >Can I get to see the bike o wave waiver. I heard it was bullet proof. >Anyone? >On Oct 23, 2012 11:51 AM, "Jonathan Morrison" <jonathan.morrison(a)gmail.com> >wrote: > >> Each insurance company may require specific language to transform a piece >> of paper into something of legal significance. In other words, this is a >> question for your insurance company. >> >> On Tuesday, October 23, 2012, Froilan Landeros wrote: >> >>> Heys, >>> >>> Last week, someone that visited our shop during Open Shop got into an >>> accident because their wheel came loose. Turns out they were working on >>> said wheel during our shop time. >>> >>> They are okay now but were seriously injured from the accident. >>> We started talking about training volunteers better to do 'checks' before >>> peopel leave the shop. We are also considering having liability waivers. >>> Does anyone have an example of a waiver that we could build off of? Does >>> it need to be very details or can it just be..."By signing below I accept >>> the responsibility..."etc etc. >>> >>> Thanks. >>> >> >> >> -- >> Sincerely, >> >> Jonathan Morrison >> c: 801-688-0183 >> >> _______________________________________________ >> 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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Tricks of the Trade
by Andrew Burnell 23 Oct '12

23 Oct '12

Good morning, Lately, many of our kids have been coming in and requesting that we share a "trick of the trade" with them to help them in their bike repair/learning. Many of them have spent time on YouTube and searching the web for pro mechanics tricks and creative bike repair tricks. Could you add your tricks of the trade to our list? Here is what we have thus far: 1. Use WD-40 with steel wool to remove rust from your bike. Be careful when using this method on rims- or be sure to clean your bike very well before riding it after using this method. Oily breaking surface = no breaks! 2. For rust removal, rub the part with aluminum foil dipped in vinegar. 3. When you put the seat back on, pull a piece of string taught from the center rear of the seat to the center of your steer tube. This is much more precise than "eyeballing" it. 4. Use old spoke nipples as cable ends, just slide the nipple over the cable end, shank end first, squeeze the nipple shank with the wire cutting jaws of a pair of pliers (gently) to fix to the cable then nip off the head of the nipple with the wire cutters. 5. If you have a bent derailleur hanger, find an old, worthless hub axle with the same thread pitch, thread it into the hanger, and use as a lever to bend it back. Be careful not to strip threads or snap the hanger. 6. When you are attaching your cleats to your shoes, especially with MTB shoes, fill the hex holes with melted wax (just drip it off a candle). Then, when it's time to tighten/adjust/replace your cleats all you have to do is melt the wax out with a lighter rather than spend 10mins chipping out 2 years' worth of well packed clay. 7. When trying to remove a stripped hex bolt try gently tapping your hex wrench into the bolt and then loosening the stripped bolt-call it Andy's trick. You may also try using a rubber band at the end of the hex wrench. 8. When installing pedals, just remember that the right pedal goes in the "right way" and the left pedal is not "right". 9. Use a pair of spanners to hold grip tape in place when taping your bars. 10. Use fourth hand tool to tighten zip ties. 11. Use steel file on the ends of brake housing to give your work a nice professional touch. Andrew Andrew Burnell, Volunteer and Program Director Community Bicycle Center Shop: 284 Hill Street, Biddeford, ME 04005 Mail: P.O. Box 783, Biddeford, ME 04005 207-282-9700 (shop) <http://www.communitybike.net> www.communitybike.net

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