Bike Farm http://bikefarm.org Bike Farm Web log Mon, 30 Jan 2012 23:45:07 +0000 en hourly 1 http://wordpress.org/?v=3.2 Women & Trans Nights! http://bikefarm.org/2012/01/17/women-trans-nights/ http://bikefarm.org/2012/01/17/women-trans-nights/#comments Wed, 18 Jan 2012 00:18:35 +0000 Frank http://bikefarm.org/?p=640 On the first and third Tuesdays of each month, Bike Farm hosts a womWomen & Trans Flieren & trans wrenching night!  Please stop by and spread the word!  If you’re interested in volunteering, our next orientation is Jan. 24th at 6:30pm in the shop.  Monthly volunteer orientation occurs every fourth Tuesday of the month.  More info at http://bikefarm.org/get-involved/

]]> http://bikefarm.org/2012/01/17/women-trans-nights/feed/ 0 Bike Farm Holiday Closures http://bikefarm.org/2011/12/23/bike-farm-holiday-closures/ http://bikefarm.org/2011/12/23/bike-farm-holiday-closures/#comments Fri, 23 Dec 2011 21:07:34 +0000 Frank http://bikefarm.org/?p=635 Bike Farm will be closed December 24th and 25th. Happy Holidays everyone!

]]> http://bikefarm.org/2011/12/23/bike-farm-holiday-closures/feed/ 0 Yo Check This http://bikefarm.org/2011/11/21/yo-check-this/ http://bikefarm.org/2011/11/21/yo-check-this/#comments Tue, 22 Nov 2011 05:37:35 +0000 calvin http://bikefarm.org/?p=628 Schwinn World Tourist – $125 SOLD!
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This thing’s basically the Cadillac Deville of two wheeled pedal-propelled vehicles – it’s got tons-a-flow. First of all, the fenders match the rest of the bike – that’s dope! Secondly, the basket’s capacity measures in at $1,000 worth of New Seasons groceries (one paper bag full) so you know this things capable. And last but not least with 12 gears this thang flaunts some serious stately steez.

Now you gotta ax yo-self, “Am I 5’11” – 6’3” tall?”
If you are you’re in luck, this bike’ll fit you.
Interested? Stop by Bike Farm while we’re open (hours on the left) and have yourself a looksee.

]]> http://bikefarm.org/2011/11/21/yo-check-this/feed/ 0 Bike Farm Profiled on 56a Bikespace! http://bikefarm.org/2011/11/16/bike-farm-profiled-on-56a-bikespace/ http://bikefarm.org/2011/11/16/bike-farm-profiled-on-56a-bikespace/#comments Wed, 16 Nov 2011 22:45:23 +0000 Frank http://bikefarm.org/?p=623 Lish from 56a Bikespace interviewed mechanics and profiled Bike Farm this summer.  There’s a slideshow and interview with two Bike Farm volunteers!

The feature is now up on their website:

Bike Farm Shop Spacehttp://56abikespace.wordpress.com/2011/11/16/episode-three-us-bike-mechs-the-bike-farm/

]]> http://bikefarm.org/2011/11/16/bike-farm-profiled-on-56a-bikespace/feed/ 0 Monthly Volunteer Orientation and Gen. Meeting Tonight! http://bikefarm.org/2011/10/25/monthly-volunteer-orientation-and-gen-meeting-tonight/ http://bikefarm.org/2011/10/25/monthly-volunteer-orientation-and-gen-meeting-tonight/#comments Tue, 25 Oct 2011 19:18:01 +0000 Frank http://bikefarm.org/?p=619 Bike Farm’s monthly volunteer orientation is tonight at 6:30pm in the shop. Anyone curious about volunteering should attend! Immediately following orientation is our general monthly shop meeting. We use these meetings to discuss shop needs, proposals, and other day-to-day business at Bike Farm. Everyone is welcome!

]]> http://bikefarm.org/2011/10/25/monthly-volunteer-orientation-and-gen-meeting-tonight/feed/ 0 Monthly Volunteer Orientation Night http://bikefarm.org/2011/07/27/monthly-volunteer-orientation-night/ http://bikefarm.org/2011/07/27/monthly-volunteer-orientation-night/#comments Thu, 28 Jul 2011 05:30:45 +0000 Frank http://bikefarm.org/?p=612 Bike Farm is now conducting a monthly volunteer orientation night!  These happen on the 4th Tuesday of each month at 6:30pm in the shop. You will learn how Bike Farm works, our mission, meet other volunteers and get a better sense of what you might want to do. You don’t need to be a mechanic to volunteer!

If you cannot attend the monthly orientation, please show up during any open shift and talk to a mechanic to volunteer. We always have things to do and need the help!

Please see our newly updated volunteer page to find out more.

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- Zeke

]]> http://bikefarm.org/2011/07/13/fix-it-fair/feed/ 0 Bike Farm Closed July 4th 2011 http://bikefarm.org/2011/06/30/bike-farm-closed-july-4th-2011/ http://bikefarm.org/2011/06/30/bike-farm-closed-july-4th-2011/#comments Thu, 30 Jun 2011 20:46:58 +0000 Frank http://bikefarm.org/?p=573 With many volunteers out of town, Bike Farm will be closed this July 4th.  We’re sorry for the inconvenience and will be back with normal hours on Wednesday July 6th.

]]> http://bikefarm.org/2011/06/30/bike-farm-closed-july-4th-2011/feed/ 0 May 10th Meeting Minutes http://bikefarm.org/2011/05/11/may-10th-meeting-minutes/ http://bikefarm.org/2011/05/11/may-10th-meeting-minutes/#comments Wed, 11 May 2011 23:26:07 +0000 JB http://bikefarm.org/?p=558 What follows are the minutes from last night’s meeting.

Attendance:

JB
Zeke (Jesse)
Simon
Chris (back from Mexico)
Chris’ cheetos.
Agenda:
  • Paypal (credit card) update
  • ISP choices (JB) – we will decide at this meeting
  • VMS (volunteer management system) update
  • Touch based on Bike Fix it fair May 21.
  • PedalPalooza open night

Paypal update: All forms have been sent to Paypal. JB has made an electronical copy of the proof of our 501(c)3 standing and will put it up on the website soon. As of RIGHT NOW, Paypal account is FULLY restored, yay!

Next steps: swap out google check out donate button for PP one, then set up membership payment system.

ISP

After brief discussion we decided to go with Comcast, since it’s faster, doesn’t require a phone line and is cheaper and the price is locked in. Also it’s month-to-month. JB will begin ordering tomorrow.

VMS

JB installed the application he’d like to use, but need to debug a few thiings between it and our host. This will happen this week.

Bike Fix it Fair

Frank has box of items in the closet/kitchen/scary room. We assumed that he would coordinate with Katie for payment of the items. No tools were set up and JZ and Shannon will get a kit together and write it down as suggested portable tool kit.

The old portable tool kit has long since been cannibalized.

Pedalpalooza

Frank had suggested an open shop day on Thursday June 26th to have a time where the stand time fee is waived and we only charge for parts. We agree this is awesome, but Simon may want to push for June 16th to be more in the middle of the events rather than near the end.

Either way we need to settle on the date, and get committed mechanics to be there before May 21st to get it in the print calendar. JB will start a new thread to discuss this.

and that’s it!

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  • ISP choices (JB) – we will decide at this meeting
  • VMS (volunteer management system) update
  • Paypal (credit card) update
  • Touch based on Bike Fix it fair May 21.

All are welcome to attend.

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