Philip,
I think bringing more tools and people into the space would be an awesome
idea. I do have a few concerns though...
1. Storage and growth of "donated" & "stored" bikes. If we adopt this plan
we need to find a way to be clear how donations will be used and that
storage is a membership privilege. Donated parts need to be stored not on
the floor. How about the ceiling? Bike hooks? Ceiling mounted shelving?
Pulleys?
2. The budget for $650 seems a bit low for everything listed at homedepot.
It might be prudent to shop this list out and firm it up with current
market prices.
3. Angelo, during the meeting, had spoke about welders and torch sets but I
don't see them listed in the list. Is that additional costs or are they
included?
4. Where/What will we store these new tools in? Maybe it might be smart to
include a tool chest with wheels. We then could organise the tools and keep
a clean working environment. A clean working environment not only stays
clean easier but is something that ALOT of us don't have access to at home
making it very valuable.
5. SynHak's current financial situation is bleak currently. We don't know
if we have the membership to support our current expenses (~$1200). I know
that the BikeHackShop has the opportunity to bring in new visitors and
create a possibility for new members joining. The root issue I see for
giving pause is that this has no real firm ROI from this plan, and
currently SynHak is losing money each month. {devils advocate} We could
spend this $ and not see enough membership added to support us remaining
open for much more than a year.
I know last night (at the meeting) it was brought up to use the option to
use the National Civic Day of Hacking (NCDH) grant money to fund this idea.
I cannot stress that I DO NOT support this option until I know more about
the details of the eligibility & availability of the funds. Many grants can
only be used for certain purposes and must be returned if not used. We MUST
first determine how those funds can be used before "ear-marking" them for
other purposes.
I understand that the time is ticking and the season is moving forward BUT
we must tread carefully or risk creating a deeper financial hole that
SynHak may not be able to recover from.
Some ways we could get more interest>visitor>membership:
1. Get a class together on season bike tune up. (do this ASAP as the
Bike/Train schedule will be opening back-up to Northside soon)
2. Get a sign outside showing our hours of operation.
3. Get a starter repair kit together. Patch, lube, basic box wrenches, Air
& put it in the bike area now.
4. Put a donation can out for non member use. (maybe a suggested donation
of a few bucks an hour might be good)
5. Create an advertising plan, with flyers, webpage, meetup, word of mouth.
6. Create a "bike tune-up"/"bike show off" night. We could then organise a
spin about the city.
7. Apply for grants for additional funding to support more tools/additional
stations.
8. Loosely record non-member usage in ledger to help showing impact of item
7.
I want to repeat. I think a bike shop area with specialized tools would be
wonderful. I think it is a great plan to seek Angelo's advice and tools to
execute it. I want to see this happen. Lets do it carefully and not put
SynHak in more financial risk.
On Tue, Jun 3, 2014 at 6:45 PM, Philip P. Patnode <[email protected]>
wrote:
> Justin,
>
> Molly, Mary Alice, Bertha, Inez, and Ruth have all expressed an interest
> in the proposal.
>
> You actually read the entire four pages?
>
> Do you want to second the proposal?
>
> I would like to present the proposal - only the first paragraph - to the
> membership and visitors at the meeting this evening.
>
> Philip
>
>
> On Tue, Jun 3, 2014 at 6:36 PM, Justin Herman <[email protected]> wrote:
>
>> Philip who else is sponsoring this?
>>
>>
>> On Tuesday, June 3, 2014, Philip P. Patnode <[email protected]> wrote:
>>
>>> PROPOSAL
>>> This is a formal Proposal to remodel and equip the space now known as
>>> the Bike Shop at SYN/HAK and to purchase bike-specific and general-use
>>> tools. The project requires a lot of work, lots of tools, and some
>>> equipment to actually become a functioning bicycle maintenance and repair
>>> station. The estimated cost for paint, lighting, electrical upgrades,
>>> workbenches, equipment, and tools is $1100. An in-progress list of things
>>> to buy with the allocated funds is included at the end of this message.
>>> Note that it is subject to revision. The Proposal is to be funded by
>>> SYN/HAK.
>>>
>>> BACKGROUND
>>> Back in November 2013, when I first visited SYN/HAK, the prospect of
>>> having a place where I could learn more about bikes and make some bike
>>> accessories was high on my list of reasons to attend meetings and return to
>>> SYN/HAK to work on my projects.
>>>
>>> In April of 2014, in the spirit of do'ocracy, I cleared out and cleaned
>>> about 15 linear feet of floor space in the hallway, at the end near the
>>> wood/metal workshop. I designated the area as the Bike Shop, installed
>>> signage on the walls, set up a computer and a laser printer, and
>>> temporarily moved a workbench to the space.
>>>
>>> ADDITIONAL BACKGROUND COMMENTS FROM G
>>> G was sad in April, and still is sad still regarding Angelo, per:
>>> https://synhak.org/pipermail/discuss/2014-April/008167.html
>>>
>>> Recently (5/27/2014) Rustbelt Magazine published profile of Tiny
>>> Circuits and the Detroit Bicycle Company:
>>> http://beltmag.com/how-to-make-it/
>>>
>>> Between my last observation and profile of Angelo, SYN/HAK's acquisition
>>> of additional tools, like a pipe bender and welders and the RustBelt
>>> article, I conclude that bike makers might be born right out of SYN/HAK,
>>> but it just has not happened as of yet.
>>>
>>> A Bike Shop at SYN/HAK will complement the Bike Kitchen in downtown
>>> Akron, which legally cannot and will not weld in their facility, thereby
>>> providing services that limit creation of a bicycle from scratch.
>>>
>>> When I say Angelo is a living legend, I really mean it. At his age, he
>>> should be designing bikes with volunteer help, such that his designs can
>>> see the light of day, once and for all. To a certain degree, he is a maker
>>> with tools in hand. Thus far, he has not had the opportunity to network and
>>> mentor like-minded individuals that have the capacity to create new
>>> human-powered moving things.
>>>
>>> If a SYN/HAK Bike Shop is realized, it will change our bicycle-based
>>> community in Akron forever. If will have an noticeable effect, even in
>>> terms of economic impact.
>>>
>>> As you all may know, it's not rainbows and unicorns with Angelo's
>>> circumstance; it's more of an intellectual challenge.
>>>
>>> Akron is going to lose a valuable talent. Angelo does indeed want to
>>> move to Italy on a human powered vehicle of his design. Its an ambitious
>>> goal that I wish him luck with. I hope that through the Bike Shop at
>>> SYN/HAK, some of his ideas and knowledge can be allowed to be shared and
>>> actually worked on, hopefully quickly, but in such a way that knowledge is
>>> not lost. Remember, before the printed word, there was an oral-only
>>> tradition of communication. I firmly believe that with the schedule that
>>> Angelo has, it will be entirely possible to not only accommodate and outfit
>>> SYN/HAK for bike fabrication, but to train members and non-members alike
>>> with the invaluable bike building skills that he has. If members have not
>>> visited Angelo's workshop yet, I invite you to visit him when Summit
>>> Cycling is open. Contact me for his cell phone.
>>>
>>> Lastly, he lives very near to the downtown area. If the Bike Shop
>>> becomes a reality at SYN/HAK, I'm sure he will be making wonderful powered
>>> things here. We all should seriously give this opportunity a thought
>>> together.
>>>
>>> OBJECTIVE
>>> A working Bike Shop at SYN/HAK, with the proper tools and necessary
>>> equipment, will be a valuable addition to the list of services, activities,
>>> and opportunities already available at the space. It will be an investment
>>> in the future of SYN/HAK, in that it will serve as a major point of
>>> interest and activity for both members and non-members. A Bike Shop will
>>> provide users with everything needed to perform bike maintenance, do
>>> repairs, restore old bikes, repaint bikes, and fabricate new bikes,
>>> trikes, and carriers. SYN/HAK will be able to provide users access to the
>>> tools and equipment in the Bike Shop most any day of the week, depending on
>>> the Open Hours schedule. It will be the only Bike Shop in the Akron area
>>> that is open to members and to the community at large (and free of charge)
>>> that will permit all the activities needed to do maintenance, repair,
>>> restoration, and fabrication on bikes, including welding, painting,
>>> sand-blasting, and tube-bending. In addition, the Bike Shop will be a new
>>> area of learning that will offer one-on-one instruction by volunteers and
>>> monthly classes by members or invited experts on certain weeknights and/or
>>> weekends. It will also serve as a place to accept and distribute bike
>>> donations. There are no plans to sell parts or accessories at the Bike
>>> Shop or charge for any services in the name of SYN/HAK. There are no plans
>>> to charge for access to the Bike Shop for anybody. The Bike Shop will be a
>>> year-round activity point at SYN/HAK.
>>>
>>> IMMEDIATE WORK NECESSARY
>>>
>>> In order to make the Bike Shop a reality, the floor and walls need to be
>>> cleaned, patched, and painted. Overhead fluorescent lighting needs to be
>>> installed, along with a wall switch. Electrical receptacles need to be
>>> installed on the interior wall. Three 30in wide by 60in long by 30in high
>>> workbenches, on casters, need to be constructed and placed in position.
>>> Pegboard needs to be installed behind the workbenches on the interior
>>> wall. Two full-length shelves need to be installed above the pegboard on
>>> the interior wall. The acquisition cost for the materials and hardware is
>>> $650. In order to work on bikes, in any capacity, there are many
>>> bike-specific tools that are necessary to be available at all times in the
>>> Bike Shop. Negotiations are in progress to acquire a such a set of tools,
>>> along with other equipment and supplies, from Angelo Coletta. He is the
>>> owner and operator of Summit Cycling, now located at Canal Place. Angelo
>>> will be retiring soon and plans to move to Italy within the next few
>>> months. The acquisition cost for stuff from Angelo is estimated at $450.
>>> Read more about Angelo and Summit Cycling in the email from G that was
>>> sent to Discuss on April 15, 2014.
>>>
>>> ACTION AFTER APPROVAL
>>> Immediately on approval of this proposal and receipt of the necessary
>>> funds, work will begin to clean, paint, remodel, and equip the space.
>>> Paint and painting equipment will be purchased and the walls and floor
>>> will be painted. Materials and hardware to construct the workbenches,
>>> pegboard, shelving, lighting, and receptacles will be purchased, built, and
>>> installed. The tools and equipment from Angelo will be purchased and moved
>>> from Summit Cycling to SYN/HAK. All the work necessary to accomplish the
>>> goals of this Proposal will be done by waiting and eager volunteers,
>>> including both members and non-members. The project is expected to take no
>>> more than two weeks to complete.
>>>
>>> GRAND OPENING
>>> After completing the work and trying a few maintenance routines or
>>> repairs on existing bikes now at the space, a Grand Opening for the Bike
>>> Shop will be held on Saturday, July 5th, 2014, from noon to 10pm. The
>>> event will will coincide with the monthly Art Walk. Refreshments will be
>>> served at the event.
>>>
>>>
>>> -------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------
>>> Addendum to the BIKE SHOP PROPOSAL
>>>
>>> List of Stuff to Buy from Angelo Coletta/Summit Cycling and Home Depot
>>>
>>> Estimated Total Cost = $1100
>>>
>>> NOTE - this list is under constant revision. Items may be added or
>>> subtracted or the description modified, as necessary.
>>>
>>>
>>> --------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------
>>> Tools and equipment from Angelo Coletta/Summit Cycling
>>>
>>> Estimated Cost = $450
>>>
>>> bike repair stand
>>> bench vise, 4in
>>> tire levers, 3
>>> tire seater, 1
>>> air pump, hand, with adapters
>>> air gauge, 0-100 psi
>>> spoke wrench
>>> cone wrenches (13, 14, 15, 16, and 17)
>>> wrench, box and/or open, SAE, various sizes
>>> wrench, box and/or metric, various sizes
>>> wrench, metric, Allen head, various sizes
>>> wrench, ratcheting box and open end, various sizes
>>> sockets, 3/8in drive, SAE and metric, various sizes.
>>> punch, center and drift styles
>>> Crescent wrench, 3, small/med/large
>>> Vise-Grip wrench, 3, small/med/large
>>> hammer, soft face
>>> hammer, ballpein, 8oz and 16oz
>>> hammer, sledge, 3#
>>> screwdrivers, slot head and Phillips head, various sizes
>>> chain tool
>>> crank wrench and puller
>>> pedal wrench, 15mm
>>> pedal taps, various sizes
>>> frame taps, various sizes
>>> head wrench, 32mm and 36mm
>>> head wrench and chain whip
>>> adjusting cup pin spanner
>>> chain cleaning equipment
>>> chain checker
>>> pin spanner, various sizes
>>> sprocket remover
>>> freewheel removers, various sizes
>>> torque wrench
>>> cable and housing cutter
>>> cable pulling pliers
>>> brake wrench, off-set, vaious sizes
>>> brake toe-in tool
>>> bottom bracket tools
>>> cotterless crank wrench
>>> cotterless crank puller
>>> crank cotter remover
>>>
>>> All tools to be inventoried, marked, stored, and used only in the Bike
>>> Shop.
>>>
>>> -------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------
>>> Lumber, hardware, lighting, electrical from Home Depot
>>>
>>> Estimated Cost = $650
>>>
>>> paint, wall, white, latex, gallon (2)
>>> paint, floor, gray, latex enamel, gallon (1)
>>> disposable paint tray (2)
>>> disposable paint roller, 9in (2)
>>> fluorescent light fixture, two-bulb, 4ft, with hanging chain (4)
>>> 4-gang receptacle, wall mount, in steel box, conduit connection (3)
>>> conduit, 1/2in, 10ft (4)
>>> switch, wall mount, in steel box, conduit connection (1)
>>> lumber, plywood, and hardware to build three workbenches, 30in x 30in x
>>> 60in using standard 2x4 lumber for frame, 3/4in plywood for top, and
>>> Simpson Strong- Tie connectors and screws for assembly (not painted, top
>>> installed with screws to allow reversal or replacement)
>>> casters, 3in, rubber tire, for workbenches (12)
>>> pegboard, 1/4 hole, 4x8 sheet (2) (mounted on wall with furring strips,
>>> painted)
>>> pegboad hangers, various sizes, as necessary
>>> lumber, shelf, 1x12, 8ft (4)
>>> wall brackets, 12in (12)
>>> wall standards, 36in (6)
>>>
>>> -----------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------
>>> This Proposal was submitted by Philip Patnode, a SYN/HAK member, on
>>> Tuesday, June 3, 2014, by email to [email protected] and in person
>>> at the weekly meeting.
>>>
>>>
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