The Bicycle Lounge Blog

Archive for 2008/07


Mission Statement, Draft One

We promote socially conscious, healthy, and economical transportation for all members of our community by advocating safe and responsible bicycle use. We educate current and potential cyclists on both how the bicycle works and how to operate it effectively by assisting them in building and repairing their own projects.

The Chili Festival: Spicy Advocacy

Yesterday’s BBQ Tuesday was our Third Annual Somewhere-Around-The-Fourth Chili Festival. It was also a hugely successful evening at The Bicycle Lounge.
Many thanks to our friends Steve and Kimbra, who not only brought fantastic food, but also demonstrated their repair stand. On top of that, Steve stuck around in the shop to help our [...]

Sunday Summit

Today was our first official, organized board meeting. Following a leisurely morning bike ride, we congregated at Greg’s house for a BBQ and discussion about The Bicycle Lounge. We touched on many important aspects of getting this project started and the ins and outs of running the place.
Immediate needs include:

Creating a mission [...]