I affirm the lighting. I especially like to wear a headlamp when working.

Angèle Poirier

Bike Regina (cycling advocacy) and master of pop-up bike co-ops for 2 years

Regina, Saskatchewan

 

From: Luke Box via TheThinkTank <thethinktank@lists.bikecollectives.org>
Sent: Wednesday, August 2, 2023 10:41 AM
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Cc: Luke Box <lukebox@gmail.com>
Subject: [TheThinkTank] Re: What would be your wish list?

 

Echoing Tom; tools, tools, tools, bike stands, lumber for sturdy benches, big air compressor, sturdy toolbox for tools not kept at the benches, whole bunch of fans if you don't have AC, aprons, good lighting.

 

These are all things I would hate to not be so lucky have at our shop.

 

Park Tools and QBP have some philanthropy offerings in addition to whatever you all have managed. 

 

I'm at BrokeSpoke in Lexington KY BTW. This is just my personal email. 

Luke Box
859.588.9811

 

On Wed, Aug 2, 2023, 10:14 AM Jim Sheehan via TheThinkTank <thethinktank@lists.bikecollectives.org> wrote:

If it is just for tools and equipment, fully stock all your work benches and include extras for damage, theft etc.  An air compressor and lines to every workspace is a huge time savings, and the blowgun attachment is pretty handy. Don't forget eye and ear protection and other safety supplies. A good cart is a back-saver. 

 

Beyond equipment, invest in paid staff and ongoing training/education.

 

Good luck on the grant!

Jim

 

Jim Sheehan
Executive Director

Ohio City Bicycle Co-op
1779 Merwin St

Cleveland, Ohio 44113
216 830 2667
OhioCityCycles.org

 

 

On Wed, Aug 2, 2023 at 7:39 AM Andy Ballentine via TheThinkTank <thethinktank@lists.bikecollectives.org> wrote:

Hello, all --

 

The Bicycle Co-Op of Williamsburg (Virginia) is moving into expanded space in a couple of months, and we have the opportunity to apply for a substantial grant.  We need a parts washer, and that's one idea of what to apply for.  In your experience of running your co-ops, what else have you found to be helpful?

 

Thanks!

 

Andy Ballentine

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