tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-14631993372592114722024-03-05T09:47:55.490-08:00Bici CooperativeThe Bici Cooperative has a goal to create easy and equal access to cycling by providing affordable bicycle maintenance, services and education, as well as a forum for sharing bicycle knowledge, activism and community. We hope to be open soon!alan bhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/05000096702450738489noreply@blogger.comBlogger86125tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1463199337259211472.post-80756328459727085702010-03-10T12:26:00.001-08:002010-03-10T12:38:53.647-08:00Bici Coop Jerseys Pre-Order Ending Soon!<a onblur="try {parent.deselectBloggerImageGracefully();} catch(e) {}" href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjYDngl5oYJaEax6NhcllT9o_cZpQKHjw2rO_3VQQmQTJbLXhsgZultF-y-GQzlRbqIufgXzlLDVtpypOahU-4wFjm_rcxBVjgoKxF0hKPRylYUzDVetbaoXmInOW6VHcAUJk7iu_Nugxzk/s1600-h/bici+coop+shirt_v2_outlines.jpg"><img style="display:block; margin:0px auto 10px; text-align:center;cursor:pointer; cursor:hand;width: 400px; height: 337px;" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjYDngl5oYJaEax6NhcllT9o_cZpQKHjw2rO_3VQQmQTJbLXhsgZultF-y-GQzlRbqIufgXzlLDVtpypOahU-4wFjm_rcxBVjgoKxF0hKPRylYUzDVetbaoXmInOW6VHcAUJk7iu_Nugxzk/s400/bici+coop+shirt_v2_outlines.jpg" border="0" alt=""id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5447104418945518786" /></a><br />We are trying to wrap up the orders for the Bici Coop Jerseys in the next couple of weeks. They cost $75. We are also working on a design for some shorts and bibs. Shorts are going to be $75 and bibs $85. Who wouldn't want to be straight ballin' in a Bici Coop kit for as little as $150!? You can hit me up at alan {at} bicicoop {dot} org for ordering details. Please include your name, the size(s) you need, and address. We are going to try to make our order April 1, so get at me SOON!alan bhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/05000096702450738489noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1463199337259211472.post-29052209700440111072010-03-04T07:29:00.000-08:002010-03-04T07:36:09.247-08:00Broken Hearts and Bicycle Parts is this Saturday!<a onblur="try {parent.deselectBloggerImageGracefully();} catch(e) {}" href="http://www.nobrakesatl.com/wp-content/uploads/2010/02/sopoflyer.png"><img style="display:block; margin:0px auto 10px; text-align:center;cursor:pointer; cursor:hand;width: 526px; height: 814px;" src="http://www.nobrakesatl.com/wp-content/uploads/2010/02/sopoflyer.png" border="0" alt="" /></a><a href="http://www.sopobikes.org/">Sopo Bicycle Cooperative</a> in Atlanta is having their big benefit event this Saturday. A few of us from Birmingham are making the trip over, and are looking forward to having tons of fun!Annahttp://www.blogger.com/profile/13967036734263911033noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1463199337259211472.post-28478053424992427182010-02-26T08:27:00.000-08:002010-02-26T08:34:05.852-08:00Help Bici get to Bike!Bike!<p align="left"><img alt="Alan" src="http://s3.amazonaws.com/ksr/photos/3433/Alan.full.jpg" /></p><p align="left"><br /><a onclick="javascript:pageTracker._trackPageview('/outbound/article/bikebike.org');" href="http://bikebike.org/">Bike!Bike!</a> is an annual conference for community bicycle shop organizers from around the country (and abroad) who come together to explore, share, affirm, and critique our work. The organizers of Bici are planning to attend the annual <a onclick="javascript:pageTracker._trackPageview('/outbound/article/bikebikesoutheast.wordpress.com');" href="http://bikebikesoutheast.wordpress.com/">Bike!Bike! Southeast </a>regional conference, taking place in Louisville, KY March 19-21.<br /><br />Unfortunately this trip is not going to be cheap, so we’re looking for some donations to help us get there! If you’re interested in helping us out, go here:<br /><a onclick="javascript:pageTracker._trackPageview('/outbound/article/www.kickstarter.com');" href="http://www.kickstarter.com/projects/bicicoop/send-bici-to-bikebike">http://www.kickstarter.com/projects/bicicoop/send-bici-to-bikebike</a><br /><br />The $400 raised will go toward gas, food, housing and registration for all 3 Bici Founders.<br />AAAAND if you donate $25 or more, you will recieve your choice of one of our race poster prints!</p><p align="left"></p><p align="center">Thanks everyone! Bike love! </p>Annahttp://www.blogger.com/profile/13967036734263911033noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1463199337259211472.post-45124594892178243132010-02-20T10:34:00.001-08:002010-02-20T10:38:42.160-08:00Heartbrakes RecapThe main lesson to take away from the 2nd Annual Heartbrakes Alley Cat benefit is, if you don't do Karaoke, you're a pussy.<br /><p style="text-align: center;"><a href="http://bikeskirt.com/tirelever/wp-content/uploads/2010/02/Prom_284_TSC2553.jpg"><img class="size-full wp-image-1224 aligncenter" src="http://bikeskirt.com/tirelever/wp-content/uploads/2010/02/Prom_284_TSC2553.jpg" alt="" width="333" height="500" /></a></p><br />Well, ok maybe that's a little harsh, but that's what I think anyway.<br /><p style="text-align: center;"><a href="http://bikeskirt.com/tirelever/wp-content/uploads/2010/02/Prom_007_TSC2077.jpg"><img class="size-full wp-image-1226 aligncenter" src="http://bikeskirt.com/tirelever/wp-content/uploads/2010/02/Prom_007_TSC2077.jpg" alt="" width="333" height="500" /></a><a href="http://bikeskirt.com/tirelever/wp-content/uploads/2010/02/Prom_053_TSC2165.jpg"><img class="size-full wp-image-1227 aligncenter" src="http://bikeskirt.com/tirelever/wp-content/uploads/2010/02/Prom_053_TSC2165.jpg" alt="" width="500" height="332" /></a></p><p style="text-align: center;"><a href="http://bikeskirt.com/tirelever/wp-content/uploads/2010/02/Prom_071_TSC2192.jpg"><img class="size-full wp-image-1238 aligncenter" src="http://bikeskirt.com/tirelever/wp-content/uploads/2010/02/Prom_071_TSC2192.jpg" alt="" width="332" height="500" /></a></p><br />The evening's race participants traversed all manner of experience, gender, age, race, and regional loyalty (as well as one threesome), and it's interesting to note that each race is marked by the significant number of new faces. Which I think is great, because they all roll up to the finish line completely exhausted and by the end of the night can't wait until the next race.<br /><p style="text-align: center;"><a href="http://bikeskirt.com/tirelever/wp-content/uploads/2010/02/Prom_054_TSC2168.jpg"><img class="size-full wp-image-1233 aligncenter" src="http://bikeskirt.com/tirelever/wp-content/uploads/2010/02/Prom_054_TSC2168.jpg" alt="" width="332" height="500" /></a><a href="http://bikeskirt.com/tirelever/wp-content/uploads/2010/02/Prom_030_TSC2113.jpg"><img class="size-full wp-image-1234 aligncenter" src="http://bikeskirt.com/tirelever/wp-content/uploads/2010/02/Prom_030_TSC2113.jpg" alt="" width="500" height="332" /></a></p><br />Stops included a dance competition and a fortune teller that had racers doing math problems, spelling derailleur, or generally making fools of themselves in front of strangers. At one destination a shot called the "ashtray", if taken, would give the racer a 4 minute time bonus. When I questioned the racers afterward as to whether it was worth the terrible burning sensation, the responses were mixed.<br /><p style="text-align: center;"><a href="http://bikeskirt.com/tirelever/wp-content/uploads/2010/02/Prom_119_TSC2261.jpg"><img class="size-full wp-image-1235 aligncenter" src="http://bikeskirt.com/tirelever/wp-content/uploads/2010/02/Prom_119_TSC2261.jpg" alt="" width="332" height="500" /></a><a href="http://bikeskirt.com/tirelever/wp-content/uploads/2010/02/Prom_123_TSC2268.jpg"><img class="alignnone size-full wp-image-1236" src="http://bikeskirt.com/tirelever/wp-content/uploads/2010/02/Prom_123_TSC2268.jpg" alt="" width="332" height="500" /></a></p><br />Prizes went out to first, second, and third place, as well as first out of town team, first mixed gender team, first junior, and DFL. Which means that most participants won something in the end. They liked that.<br /><p style="text-align: center;"><a href="http://bikeskirt.com/tirelever/wp-content/uploads/2010/02/Prom_188_TSC2357.jpg"><img class="size-full wp-image-1239 aligncenter" src="http://bikeskirt.com/tirelever/wp-content/uploads/2010/02/Prom_188_TSC2357.jpg" alt="" width="500" height="332" /></a></p><br />The after party consisted of ridiculous photo booth fun, dance party time with DJ Nastique, karaoke, and pie. Oh the pie. It was absolutely delicious and savored by all. Especially considering the amazing group of people who brought it up from Greensboro, AL from their Pie Lab. You should take a moment and check out what they've got going on over there; it's inspiring to say the least.<br /><p style="text-align: center;"><a href="http://bikeskirt.com/tirelever/wp-content/uploads/2010/02/Prom_173_TSC2336.jpg"><img class="size-full wp-image-1251 aligncenter" src="http://bikeskirt.com/tirelever/wp-content/uploads/2010/02/Prom_173_TSC2336.jpg" alt="" width="500" height="332" /></a><a href="http://bikeskirt.com/tirelever/wp-content/uploads/2010/02/Prom_234_TSC2423.jpg"><img class="alignnone size-full wp-image-1240" src="http://bikeskirt.com/tirelever/wp-content/uploads/2010/02/Prom_234_TSC2423.jpg" alt="" width="500" height="332" /></a></p><br />The karaoke was of course fantastic. Duets, medal renditions, and extreme tone deafness stand out as beautiful moments.<br /><p style="text-align: center;"><a href="http://bikeskirt.com/tirelever/wp-content/uploads/2010/02/Prom_275_TSC2528.jpg"><img class="alignnone size-full wp-image-1242" src="http://bikeskirt.com/tirelever/wp-content/uploads/2010/02/Prom_275_TSC2528.jpg" alt="" width="500" height="332" /></a><a href="http://bikeskirt.com/tirelever/wp-content/uploads/2010/02/Prom_273_TSC2524.jpg"><img class="size-full wp-image-1243 aligncenter" src="http://bikeskirt.com/tirelever/wp-content/uploads/2010/02/Prom_273_TSC2524.jpg" alt="" width="500" height="332" /></a></p><br />The beer was flowing, the company was wonderful, and I think it's safe to say that good times were had by all.<br /><p style="text-align: center;"> </p><br /><p style="text-align: center;"><a href="http://bikeskirt.com/tirelever/wp-content/uploads/2010/02/Prom_247_TSC2450.jpg"><img class="size-full wp-image-1244 aligncenter" src="http://bikeskirt.com/tirelever/wp-content/uploads/2010/02/Prom_247_TSC2450.jpg" alt="" width="332" height="500" /></a><a href="http://bikeskirt.com/tirelever/wp-content/uploads/2010/02/Prom_279_TSC2535.jpg"><img class="size-full wp-image-1250 aligncenter" src="http://bikeskirt.com/tirelever/wp-content/uploads/2010/02/Prom_279_TSC2535.jpg" alt="" width="500" height="332" /></a></p><br />One last thanks to all our sponsors and donators - we couldn't have done it without you: Chrome, Knog, Rickshaw Bags, Good People Brewing, Higher Ground Roasters, Masi, T Photographic, DJ Nastique, Magic City Wholesale, and Pie Lab.<br /><p style="text-align: center;"><a href="http://bikeskirt.com/tirelever/wp-content/uploads/2010/02/Prom_261_TSC2489.jpg"><img class="size-full wp-image-1245 aligncenter" src="http://bikeskirt.com/tirelever/wp-content/uploads/2010/02/Prom_261_TSC2489.jpg" alt="" width="500" height="332" /></a><a href="http://bikeskirt.com/tirelever/wp-content/uploads/2010/02/Prom_255_TSC2471.jpg"><img class="size-full wp-image-1247 aligncenter" src="http://bikeskirt.com/tirelever/wp-content/uploads/2010/02/Prom_255_TSC2471.jpg" alt="" width="500" height="332" /></a></p>Annahttp://www.blogger.com/profile/13967036734263911033noreply@blogger.com2tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1463199337259211472.post-79371710809380032932010-02-12T10:09:00.000-08:002010-02-12T10:17:09.151-08:00Heartbrakes is TOMORROW NIGHT!!!<a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiqjtYoA3zJGI_499VWsimxZm0bpIZKmXnAbyupKPFOcagQj5GkftEaN95zHFUIdeeCfRaGRtXMbXvx0pK-pSr5svScBFKMN6_dIKUWWQ6V8491hFsuzypWv_5ZAwi9CkW7D7JcTi6pe5Gg/s1600-h/BiciSpokecard.jpg"><img id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5437421933554041026" style="DISPLAY: block; MARGIN: 0px auto 10px; WIDTH: 305px; CURSOR: hand; HEIGHT: 320px; TEXT-ALIGN: center" alt="" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiqjtYoA3zJGI_499VWsimxZm0bpIZKmXnAbyupKPFOcagQj5GkftEaN95zHFUIdeeCfRaGRtXMbXvx0pK-pSr5svScBFKMN6_dIKUWWQ6V8491hFsuzypWv_5ZAwi9CkW7D7JcTi6pe5Gg/s320/BiciSpokecard.jpg" border="0" /></a><br />We're gearing up for the race and party tomorrow night, which will be taking place regardless of weather conditions.<br />$10 enterance fee for racers and attenders alike - beer, pie, karaoke, and DJ NASTIQUE await!<br /><div></div><br /><div>Racers, bring a lock and some dollars for challenges along the route, and please please please bring a helmet.</div><div>Non-racers, there are plenty of stops along the route to hang out, observe the action, and heckle, but these locations will not be revealed until race time.</div><br /><div>Hope to see you all, 7:00 pm, Magic City Wholesale: 417 25th Street South, Birmingham, AL, 35223 - <a href="http://maps.google.com/maps/ms?ie=UTF8&hl=en&msa=0&msid=100301950735008952891.00046d1f401fd3aa3b90d&ll=33.513723,-86.790898&spn=0.008462,0.013754&z=16&iwloc=00047e511b672a4de249a" ie="UTF8&hl=" msa="0&msid=" ll="33.513723,-86.790898&spn=" z="16&iwloc=">Maaaaaaaaaap</a></div><br /><div>Email <a href="mailto:anna@bicicoop.org">anna@bicicoop.org</a> if you have any questions!</div>Annahttp://www.blogger.com/profile/13967036734263911033noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1463199337259211472.post-67448256123700904212010-01-18T18:01:00.000-08:002010-01-29T11:47:34.923-08:002nd Annual Heartbrakes Prom Benefiting Bici Cooperative<a onblur="try {parent.deselectBloggerImageGracefully();} catch(e) {}" href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjUtGWoz14UcSPPvB8IpmifWq1nopZdpLEnKE61YLwaNOHklq6g3pkW97KkRYb_9JeTfBUE5MQBVpBj95oQcHfWmhcu1mfpbDKITNhTxikGK9l9m7R9rZBTYdEuzqKkuNZyPcygv4eRHOEn/s1600-h/BICIheartbrakes.jpg"><img style="display:block; margin:0px auto 10px; text-align:center;cursor:pointer; cursor:hand;width: 259px; height: 400px;" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjUtGWoz14UcSPPvB8IpmifWq1nopZdpLEnKE61YLwaNOHklq6g3pkW97KkRYb_9JeTfBUE5MQBVpBj95oQcHfWmhcu1mfpbDKITNhTxikGK9l9m7R9rZBTYdEuzqKkuNZyPcygv4eRHOEn/s400/BICIheartbrakes.jpg" border="0" alt=""id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5432250721601038738" /></a><br /><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: 'Hoefler Text', Georgia, 'Times New Roman', Times, serif; font-size: 14px; line-height: 16px; "><p>It’s that time again! We’re working hard to plan our next Bici Alleycat, the 2nd Annual <a href="http://bikeskirt.com/2009/01/27/heartbrakes/" style="font-size: 14px; text-decoration: none; "><span class="Apple-style-span" style="color:#000000;">Heartbrakes Prom Benefit</span></a>. It’s going to be just as much fun as last year – racing around downtown Birmingham, killer prizes, beer, music, and a photo booth – all in a brilliant old warehouse.</p><p>Deets:</p><p><strong>February 13, 2010</strong></p><p><strong>Race at 7:00</strong></p><p><strong>Start and after party @ <a href="http://www.facebook.com/pages/Birmingham-AL/Magic-City-Wholesale/58907395291?v=app_2344061033#/pages/Birmingham-AL/Magic-City-Wholesale/58907395291?v=wall&viewas=20500056" onclick="javascript:pageTracker._trackPageview('/outbound/article/www.facebook.com');" style="font-size: 14px; text-decoration: none; color: rgb(10, 103, 163); ">Magic City Wholes</a></strong><strong><a href="http://www.facebook.com/pages/Birmingham-AL/Magic-City-Wholesale/58907395291?v=app_2344061033#/pages/Birmingham-AL/Magic-City-Wholesale/58907395291?v=wall&viewas=20500056" onclick="javascript:pageTracker._trackPageview('/outbound/article/www.facebook.com');" style="font-size: 14px; text-decoration: none; color: rgb(10, 103, 163); ">ale</a></strong></p><p><strong>$10 gets you racing, partying, and beering!</strong></p><p>So far, we have prizes from <a href="http://www.chromebagsstore.com/" onclick="javascript:pageTracker._trackPageview('/outbound/article/www.chromebagsstore.com');" style="font-size: 14px; color: rgb(10, 103, 163); text-decoration: none; ">Chrome</a>, <a href="http://www.rickshawbags.com/" onclick="javascript:pageTracker._trackPageview('/outbound/article/www.rickshawbags.com');" style="font-size: 14px; color: rgb(10, 103, 163); text-decoration: none; ">Rickshaw Bags</a>, <a href="http://www.knog.com.au/" onclick="javascript:pageTracker._trackPageview('/outbound/article/www.knog.com.au');" style="font-size: 14px; color: rgb(10, 103, 163); text-decoration: none; ">Knog</a>, <a href="http://www.highergroundroasters.com/" onclick="javascript:pageTracker._trackPageview('/outbound/article/www.highergroundroasters.com');" style="font-size: 14px; color: rgb(10, 103, 163); text-decoration: none; ">Higher Ground Roasters</a>, and <a href="http://www.goodpeoplebrewing.com/" onclick="javascript:pageTracker._trackPageview('/outbound/article/www.goodpeoplebrewing.com');" style="font-size: 14px; color: rgb(10, 103, 163); text-decoration: none; ">G</a><a href="http://www.goodpeoplebrewing.com/" onclick="javascript:pageTracker._trackPageview('/outbound/article/www.goodpeoplebrewing.com');" style="font-size: 14px; color: rgb(10, 103, 163); text-decoration: none; ">ood People Brewing Company</a>. Hell Yes!</p></span>Annahttp://www.blogger.com/profile/13967036734263911033noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1463199337259211472.post-68112361623299040092009-12-15T08:40:00.000-08:002009-12-15T08:44:05.135-08:00BICI HOLIDAY PARTY: DEC 27, 2009<a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiAGvzFEcnR0xqjNzX01i0zaPtmeWx3ITmYl95YCK3BnBj1gImZ-QJJirAYZqrzmbgSnYKRyXHjeUgslxlC8uIPapBeD75HuEG5p5GlL9GnzC2sLTX_wfnzqTzHopgJtDq9vXvGMgoqmIE5/s1600-h/santa_bike2.jpg"><img id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5415504064118539810" style="DISPLAY: block; MARGIN: 0px auto 10px; WIDTH: 251px; CURSOR: hand; HEIGHT: 320px; TEXT-ALIGN: center" alt="" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiAGvzFEcnR0xqjNzX01i0zaPtmeWx3ITmYl95YCK3BnBj1gImZ-QJJirAYZqrzmbgSnYKRyXHjeUgslxlC8uIPapBeD75HuEG5p5GlL9GnzC2sLTX_wfnzqTzHopgJtDq9vXvGMgoqmIE5/s320/santa_bike2.jpg" border="0" /></a><br /><div>It's Holiday time, which means you might be a little sick of hanging out with your overbearing and football obsessed family. Well, if this be you, then we have the perfect event to ease your pain...<br /><br />HOLIDAY PARTY AT BICI!!!! which gives (me at least) a great excuse to get out of awkward family time ("Sorry Grandma, I have a really important function I need to be back for") and get your drink on!</div><br /><div></div><br /><div><strong>Some proposed activities include:</strong></div><br /><ul><li>Revival of Sunday night skids </li><li>Return of the Crit around Rhodes Park</li><li>Christmas Cookies</li><li>Holiday Appropriate Beverages</li><li>Alan gettin' down to #radiorap</li><li>Hip Hop Dance Party</li></ul><div> </div><div>All, some, or none of things will be happening so you'll just have to show up and find out!</div><br /><div></div><br /><div>BYOB folks, we ain't got no monies round here.</div>Annahttp://www.blogger.com/profile/13967036734263911033noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1463199337259211472.post-84561211100657858302009-11-05T14:37:00.000-08:002009-11-05T14:46:14.612-08:00New Shop HoursHi All!<br /><br />We're now running our shop from 6-8 for the forseeable future. If this makes you unhappy, leave a comment or email one of us (anna elisa alan OR info @ bicicoop.org)<br /><br />Happy biking, and come see us at <a href="http://www.blogger.com/www.bamacross.com">BAMACROSS</a> this Sunday at Sloss Furnaces! Madness, Cowbells, Brent kickin out the jams, Tailgaiting, and <a href="http://www.goodpeoplebrewing.com/">Good People</a> beer. Why the hell wouldn't you be there?!<br /><br /><br /><br /><a href="http://www.bamacross.com/uploaded_images/sloss-2-769232.jpg"><img style="DISPLAY: block; MARGIN: 0px auto 10px; WIDTH: 545px; CURSOR: hand; HEIGHT: 303px; TEXT-ALIGN: center" alt="" src="http://www.bamacross.com/uploaded_images/sloss-2-769232.jpg" border="0" /></a><br /><a href="http://www.bamacross.com/uploaded_images/sloss-2-769232.jpg"></a>Annahttp://www.blogger.com/profile/13967036734263911033noreply@blogger.com1tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1463199337259211472.post-32068004401319977042009-10-28T09:51:00.001-07:002009-10-28T09:53:07.044-07:00Critical Mass!Friday, Oct 30 7pm Bici HQ. Will be dark so bring lights. <br /><br />DRESS UP FOR HALLOWEEN IF YOU ARE SO INCLINED!<br /><br />See you then.Elisa Mhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/13063688191287041772noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1463199337259211472.post-28536678062105658002009-10-27T11:23:00.001-07:002009-10-27T11:30:45.230-07:00Bici Coop Jerseys!<a onblur="try {parent.deselectBloggerImageGracefully();} catch(e) {}" href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEj_4YPPZdZhESv4b17Amd7ZHVkZCIgahJyfnft8CvwR17JxlCLrzCYFbaF_49lurRgEfJzapYKYLJeC-UzQPAgo7cFFPIZXh1GHt9XDGHWi927QgR9gdQQI6zTIWmA7dTKltzO_r_GfWoDJ/s1600-h/bici+coop+shirt.jpg"><img style="display:block; margin:0px auto 10px; text-align:center;cursor:pointer; cursor:hand;width: 400px; height: 357px;" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEj_4YPPZdZhESv4b17Amd7ZHVkZCIgahJyfnft8CvwR17JxlCLrzCYFbaF_49lurRgEfJzapYKYLJeC-UzQPAgo7cFFPIZXh1GHt9XDGHWi927QgR9gdQQI6zTIWmA7dTKltzO_r_GfWoDJ/s400/bici+coop+shirt.jpg" border="0" alt=""id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5397347262413331490" /></a><br />Our buddy and designer Paul Halupka just finished up the first official Bici Coop jersey design. We are really excited about it and want you guys to be a part of it. We are taking pre orders to help fund their production and will be selling whatever other ones we can get made on the first run at the shop. The cost to you is $75. We will have short cut zippers for the ladies and full zip for the guys. Message alan {at} bicicoop {dot} org for details and ordering. <br /><br />Thanks!alan bhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/05000096702450738489noreply@blogger.com1tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1463199337259211472.post-10888026823707068112009-10-01T14:46:00.000-07:002009-10-01T15:02:49.274-07:00Upcoming Bici EventsWe have a ton going on, so I figured we should let you know and get it on your calendars fast. Fall is here, which means bike season is in full swing. With weather like this, driving seems just...<span style="font-style:italic;">wrong</span>. So, get on your bike and ride! Bike have issues from summer riding? Is it dusty in the basement? Bring it in and let us help you get it running again. <br /><br />Bici Events:<br /><br />Saturday Oct. 3: <a href="http://www.thebirminghamartcollective.com/2009/09/bici-coop-bike-valet/">The Show at Woodlawn Bike Valet</a>. Come out and support local art, neighborhood revitalization and enjoy the crisp fall night. You ride, we watch your bike...everyone wins!<br /><br />Saturday Oct 10: Bici Work Day! We need to clean out and clean up. We need your help. running the shop is hard work and we are a bit backed up with bikes that need stripping, benches that need building and parts organization. Oh, and a bit of gardening. 2pm-till? Pizza provided. Food and Fun. Please let us know if you can help! and <span style="font-style:italic;">please</span> <span style="font-style:italic;">please</span> help...<br /><br />November 7-8: <a href="http://www.mossrockfestival.com">Moss Rock Festival</a>. We will be there preaching the Gospel of Bici. come say hi.<br /><br />Nov. 14: <a href="http://www.gbcfp.org/FoodSummit2009Schedule.html">Food Summit 2009</a>. We will be leading a Bike Tour of some Community Gardens in Birmingham. What better way to see them than on the back of a bike? Sign up to participate. <br /><br />Phew...<br /><br />It is so hopeful to see this many events including bikes and the community! <br /><br />Oh, and don't forget about <a href="http://www.bamacross.com/">BAMACROSS</a>! Bici has a Cross Racing team this year that we are excited about. Hope to see you at the races. <br /><br />One more thing: Alan and Sam are riding in this years <a href="http://cahabacycles.com/">Ride for Wishes</a> this weekend. We wish them the best and are proud of them. They raised money, trained and are traveling this weekend to make it happen. If you would like to donate, shoot Alan an email at alan@bicicoop.org<br /><br />See everyone on the roads and around town.Elisa Mhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/13063688191287041772noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1463199337259211472.post-1329434903116584882009-09-24T20:42:00.000-07:002009-09-24T20:51:44.504-07:00Bike Valet at The Show at Woodlawn<a onblur="try {parent.deselectBloggerImageGracefully();} catch(e) {}" href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjfG4Q5kSEq_XLCowqrgNeDZH3NDPYe6oaqP6-TD_IVHkjTp0JOROGrVY88WDxSlP5EeotTUwSodxykH5VJgf2WYtIgdgVE-qF8VVto5dMRMDfblzsKWxkbvE5_AVel3OldikmQA5ABsMea/s1600-h/The+Show+-+Poster+-+Final+-+REVISION+2-small.jpg"><img style="display:block; margin:0px auto 10px; text-align:center;cursor:pointer; cursor:hand;width: 207px; height: 320px;" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjfG4Q5kSEq_XLCowqrgNeDZH3NDPYe6oaqP6-TD_IVHkjTp0JOROGrVY88WDxSlP5EeotTUwSodxykH5VJgf2WYtIgdgVE-qF8VVto5dMRMDfblzsKWxkbvE5_AVel3OldikmQA5ABsMea/s320/The+Show+-+Poster+-+Final+-+REVISION+2-small.jpg" border="0" alt=""id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5385247703805345746" /></a><br /><br />Bici will be providing Bike Valet at <a href="http://www.thebirminghamartcollective.com">Birmingham Art Collectives</a> <a href="http://www.thebirminghamartcollective.com/the-show-at-woodlawn/">The Show at Woodlawn</a>. We are excited to be involved with such an event in our city. "The Birmingham Art Collective works to help artists, designers, photographers, writers, musicians, actors, and other creatives in Birmingham promote themselves and their work." (from their website)<br /><br />This show will be a chance to introduce people to <a href="http://bikeskirt.com/2009/09/01/this-is-where-we-live-woodlawn/">Woodlawn</a>, a neighborhood in our dear city. <br /><br />Providing Bike Valet is encouraging people to get to know that neighborhood in a way that you just can't get in a car.<br /><br />How does it work?<br /><br />You ride your bike to the show, bring us your bike, get a ticket...that's it! We keep your bike safe and you get to bypass the parking hassle and do a good thing at the same time. You will be able to ride right up to the door! How can you turn that down?<br /><br />What's that...you want the details? Well, ok:<br /><br /><span style="font-weight:bold;">October 3rd, 2009<br /><br />5-10pm (we will be there from 4:30 to 10:30 taking and valeting bikes)<br /><a href="http://www.woodrowhall.com/home.html"><br />Woodrow Hall</a> <a href="http://maps.google.com/maps?f=d&hl=en&geocode=&saddr=&daddr=5500+1st+ave+n+birmingham,+al&sll=33.523651,-86.75354&sspn=0.105756,0.218353&doflg=ptm&ie=UTF8&ll=33.549764,-86.73955&spn=0.035766,0.05579&z=14&source=embed">5504 1st Avenue North | Birmingham, Alabama 35212</a> (click address for map)</span><br /><br />Awesome Art from some wonderful Bici friends, and many others. Truly, a night to better get to know your city and the talented folks in it.<br /><br /><span style="font-style:italic;">Please</span> ride your bike. It would mean so much to us. If you plan to buy some art, we will figure out a way to get it to you, Promise. Let's make this our biggest Bike Valet event ever!!<br /><br />Email me if you need help figuring out the best route from your house. elisa@bicicoop.org<br /><br />We will hopefully be posting suggested routes this week.Elisa Mhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/13063688191287041772noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1463199337259211472.post-36017428764193100672009-09-21T12:51:00.000-07:002009-09-21T12:57:24.844-07:00Critical Mass Friday at 7! 9/25<a onblur="try {parent.deselectBloggerImageGracefully();} catch(e) {}" href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgXEa9DMez20G3JZBQaobJRusi9IPL0iKDm1rk4wGagQdsv6Q9tWQI5A82omOz2Q70uOnq4LrSz3H4RVmOm_A_OzikxK_MqcG_v493P0_SmmCqNVGFZIeWbIlmg4TCGgkfvwAOBg1XmMywG/s1600-h/bikersitaly.jpg"><img style="display:block; margin:0px auto 10px; text-align:center;cursor:pointer; cursor:hand;width: 253px; height: 320px;" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgXEa9DMez20G3JZBQaobJRusi9IPL0iKDm1rk4wGagQdsv6Q9tWQI5A82omOz2Q70uOnq4LrSz3H4RVmOm_A_OzikxK_MqcG_v493P0_SmmCqNVGFZIeWbIlmg4TCGgkfvwAOBg1XmMywG/s320/bikersitaly.jpg" border="0" alt=""id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5384011120877175618" /></a><br />It is here again. Critical Mass time! We have been getting a great crowd each month...let's keep it up. Same as last month. Roll out from Bici at 7. Since it is getting dark early, we need to roll out on time. Feel free to gather at the shop around 6:45. <br /><br />Details:<br />Friday 9/25<br />7pm<br />Bici Cooperative (1211 28th Street South suite G2)<br />Leaderless, fun ride! <br /><br />Oh, and check out <a href="http://www.sidewalkfest.com/">Sidewalk Film Festival</a> this weekend!Elisa Mhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/13063688191287041772noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1463199337259211472.post-43362159903899341882009-09-17T12:45:00.000-07:002009-09-17T13:10:46.185-07:00Alabama bike lawsWe get lots of questions about what the laws for Bicycles in the State of Alabama are. In order to help everyone, here they are. Please read them carefully and ride safely. <br /><br />It is kind of long, but I didn't want to leave any out! <br /><br /><span style="font-weight:bold;">Traffic laws apply to persons riding bicycles.</span><br /><br />Every person riding a bicycle upon a roadway shall be granted all of the rights and shall be subject to all of the duties applicable to the driver of a vehicle by this chapter, except as to special regulations in this article and except as to those provisions of this chapter which by their nature can have no application.<br />(Acts 1980, No. 80-434, p. 604, §12-102.)<br /><br /><span style="font-style:italic;">Riding on bicycles.</span><br /><br />(a) A person propelling a bicycle shall not ride other than upon or astride a permanent and regular seat attached thereto.<br /><br />(b) No bicycle shall be used to carry more persons at one time than the number for which it is designed and equipped.<br />(Acts 1980, No. 80-434, p. 604, §12-103.)<br /><span style="font-style:italic;"><br />Clinging to vehicles.</span><br /><br />No person riding upon any bicycle, coaster, roller skates, sled or toy vehicle shall attach the same or himself to any vehicle upon a roadway.<br />(Acts 1980, No. 80-434, p. 604, §12-104.)<br /><br /><span style="font-style:italic;">Riding on roadways and bicycle paths.</span><br /><br />(a) Every person operating a bicycle upon a roadway shall ride as near to the right side of the roadway as practicable, exercising due care when passing a standing vehicle or one proceeding in the same direction.<br /><br />(b) Persons riding bicycles upon a roadway shall not ride more than two abreast except on paths or parts of roadways set aside for the exclusive use of bicycles.<br /><br />(c) Wherever a usable path for bicycles has been provided adjacent to a roadway, bicycle riders shall use such path and shall not use the roadway.<br />(Acts 1980, No. 80-434, p. 604, §12-105.)<br /><br /><span style="font-style:italic;">Carrying articles.</span><br /><br />No person operating a bicycle shall carry any package, bundle or article which prevents the driver from keeping at least one hand upon the handlebars.<br /><br /><span style="font-style:italic;">Lamps and other equipment on bicycles.</span><br /><br />(a) Every bicycle when in use at nighttime shall be equipped with a lamp on the front which shall emit a white light visible from a distance of at least 500 feet to the front and with a red reflector on the rear of a type approved by the department which shall be visible from all distances from 100 feet to 600 feet to the rear when directly in front of lawful lower beams of head lamps on a motor vehicle. A lamp emitting a red light visible from a distance of 500 feet to the rear may be used in addition to the red reflector.<br /><br />(b) Every bicycle shall be equipped with a brake which will enable the operator to make the braked wheels skid on dry, level, clean pavement.<br /><span style="font-style:italic;">(Acts 1980, No. 80-434, p. 604, §12-107.)<br /><br />Violations of article as misdemeanor; responsibility of parent or guardian; applicability of article.</span><br /><br />(a) It is a misdemeanor for any person to do any act forbidden or fail to perform any act required in this article.<br /><br />(b) The parent of any child and the guardian of any ward shall not authorize or knowingly permit any such child or ward to violate any of the provisions of this chapter.<br /><br />(c) These regulations applicable to bicycles shall apply whenever a bicycle is operated upon any highway or upon any path set aside for the exclusive use of bicycles subject to those exceptions stated herein.<br /><br /><span style="font-weight:bold;">Bicycle Safety laws</span><br /><br />Definitions.<br /><br />As used in this article, the following words shall have the following meanings:<br /><br />(1) BICYCLE. A human-powered vehicle with two wheels in tandem design to transport by the act of pedaling one or more persons seated on one or more saddle seats on its frame. "Bicycle" includes, but is not limited to, a human-powered vehicle designed to transport by the act of pedaling which has more than two wheels when the vehicle is used on a public roadway, public bicycle path, or other public road or right-of-way, but does not include a tricycle.<br /><br />(2) OPERATOR. A person who travels on a bicycle seated on a saddle seat from which that person is intended to and can pedal the bicycle.<br /><br />(3) OTHER PUBLIC RIGHT-OF-WAY. Any right-of-way other than a public roadway or public bicycle path that is under the jurisdiction and control of the state or a local political subdivision thereof.<br /><br />(4) PASSENGER. Any person who travels on a bicycle in any manner except as an operator.<br /><br />(5) PROTECTIVE BICYCLE HELMET. A piece of headgear which meets or exceeds the impact standard for protective bicycle helmets set by the American National Standards Institute (ANSI) or the Snell Memorial Foundation, or which is otherwise approved by the Alabama Department of Public Safety.<br /><br />(6) PUBLIC BICYCLE PATH. A right-of-way under the jurisdiction and control of the state, or a local political subdivision thereof, for use primarily by bicyclists and pedestrians.<br /><br />(7) PUBLIC ROADWAY. A right-of-way under the jurisdiction and control of the state or a local political subdivision thereof for use primarily by motor vehicular traffic.<br /><br />(8) RESTRAINING SEAT. A seat separate from the saddle seat of the operator of the bicycle or a bicycle trailer or similar product that is fastened securely to the frame of the bicycle and is adequately equipped to restrain the passenger in the seat and protect the passenger from the moving parts of the bicycle.<br /><br />(9) TRICYCLE. A three-wheeled human-powered vehicle designed for use by a child under the age of six.<br />(Acts 1995, No. 95-198, p. 306, §2.)<br /><br />The purpose of this article is to reduce the incidence of disability and death resulting from injuries incurred in bicycling accidents by requiring that, while riding on a bicycle on public roadways, public bicycle paths, or other public rights-of-way, all operators and passengers who are under 16 years of age to wear approved protective bicycle helmets, and by requiring that all bicycle passengers who weigh less than 40 pounds or are less than 40 inches in height be seated in separate restraining seats.<br /><br /><span style="font-style:italic;">Unlawful for person to use bicycle under certain conditions.</span><br /><br />It is unlawful for any person to use a bicycle on a public roadway, public bicycle path, other public rights-of-way, state, city, or county public park under any one of the following conditions:<br /><br />(1) For any person under the age of 16 years to operate or be a passenger on a bicycle unless at all times the person wears a protective bicycle helmet of good fit, fastened securely upon the head with the straps of the helmet.<br /><br />(2) For any person to operate a bicycle with a passenger who weighs less than 40 pounds or is less than 40 inches in height unless the passenger is properly seated in and adequately secured in a restraining seat.<br /><br />(3) For any parent or legal guardian of a person under the age of 16 years to knowingly permit the person to operate or be a passenger on a bicycle in violation of subdivision (1) or (2).<br /><br />Now you know! So make sure to get that front light and rear reflector...it's the law!Elisa Mhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/13063688191287041772noreply@blogger.com1tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1463199337259211472.post-60830401507394892552009-09-11T11:43:00.001-07:002009-09-11T11:59:20.710-07:00Bici takes on Atl!<a onblur="try {parent.deselectBloggerImageGracefully();} catch(e) {}" href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhPihav7aQcDM6F9o7VWNGQ-xAE2g2rM6xcmek396yJRaidq3mVu7W3vPA71t3hnZG9J1l1Edko2vkJ_POeUM8Nco-rk6wTYYXS1iJzdtvpJEedwrKpdHPTfD6M05NjaTWrETxNCNGaGind/s1600-h/fm2409_web.jpg"><img style="display:block; margin:0px auto 10px; text-align:center;cursor:pointer; cursor:hand;width: 139px; height: 320px;" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhPihav7aQcDM6F9o7VWNGQ-xAE2g2rM6xcmek396yJRaidq3mVu7W3vPA71t3hnZG9J1l1Edko2vkJ_POeUM8Nco-rk6wTYYXS1iJzdtvpJEedwrKpdHPTfD6M05NjaTWrETxNCNGaGind/s320/fm2409_web.jpg" border="0" alt=""id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5380286391808412066" /></a><br />Well folks, in just a few hours we leave for Atlanta, where we will be competing in <a href="http://24.fastermustache.org/">FM24</a>, a 24 relay hour race put on by Faster Mustache! We are scared, excited, scared and stoked. Somehow we managed to have 2 teams representing the Magic City...The Bici Coop Dapper Lads (Alan, Jesse, Sam, Bob, Matthew) and the The Bici Coop SexyFun (Elisa, Anna, Kate, Brooke, Patrick, Tommy). <br /><br /><br />Food is packed, tents are rented and lycra is washed. We are ready to hang out, meet new people, ride our butts off and have a ton of fun. <br /><br />Want to see how we are doing? Check out the <a href="http://racetracker.fastermustache.org/">race tracker</a>, where you can watch us in real time to see how we are stacking up. Considering there are Pro racers competing, we are not expecting to see any big wins...but you never know! <br /><br />follow us on Twitter as well to see how we are doing! <a href="http://twitter.com/bicicoop">http://twitter.com/bicicoop</a> <br /><br />Photos and round up to follow. wish us luck. If you are in Atl, come by and say hello!Elisa Mhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/13063688191287041772noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1463199337259211472.post-16320145843065229422009-09-07T08:10:00.000-07:002009-09-07T08:17:27.847-07:00Shop closed for Labor Day!We are taking tonight of to celebrate not working! Enjoy your night, find something fun to do, but don't come looking for us.<div><br /></div><br /><a onblur="try {parent.deselectBloggerImageGracefully();} catch(e) {}" href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgfiaB5RyyMTL1-B4PzgFv07vTwiWLU5Z54dtGA21kHAFr10Nuw_QiaOWHCEUrk380UVfF1fXmdCEWM6ZnLDkN5vp0r7I9oibCIXXTGj2tP54k72sFbLryydssJH4iTLX5szQhagXOJZWXq/s400/071112_NewYorker_cartoon.gif"><img style="display:block; margin:0px auto 10px; text-align:center;cursor:pointer; cursor:hand;width: 400px; height: 281px;" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgfiaB5RyyMTL1-B4PzgFv07vTwiWLU5Z54dtGA21kHAFr10Nuw_QiaOWHCEUrk380UVfF1fXmdCEWM6ZnLDkN5vp0r7I9oibCIXXTGj2tP54k72sFbLryydssJH4iTLX5szQhagXOJZWXq/s400/071112_NewYorker_cartoon.gif" border="0" alt="" /></a>Annahttp://www.blogger.com/profile/13967036734263911033noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1463199337259211472.post-69285342195065292852009-08-30T09:59:00.000-07:002009-08-30T10:02:53.559-07:00Work day cancelled - rain enemy #1 to co-op!The rain makes it difficult for us to work both outside and inside because we have a bit of a flooding problem in the back room. Thus, we're postponing our manual labor fun - maybe for next weekend. We'll updated when we fix a date!<div><br /></div><div>Here's hoping you find something nice & dry to occupy yourself today.</div><div><br /></div><div><br /></div>Annahttp://www.blogger.com/profile/13967036734263911033noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1463199337259211472.post-71694772360489261172009-08-26T08:39:00.000-07:002009-08-26T08:45:39.535-07:00Critical mass this Friday!Oops for got about critical mass!<div>But, this Friday, we'll be at the shop (1211 28th st s) hanging out. Be ready to ride out at 7. Slow pace, no set route, etc etc. Unfortunately, no circular bikes either.</div><br /><a onblur="try {parent.deselectBloggerImageGracefully();} catch(e) {}" href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgjNZiABQESPT_Y-xsh-hcsiE7mFFk0xuZJF4fkaOG-aU0Zl9ABxLz0fpJn993DZxPgcc8CO2Adrpq8Y_ivr2_FgPPvfxSDdrmSlFZZM9YQE9fbpe5mhFikpnvJUpr2F-mBVo_EgAWpSGyz/s1600-h/the_best_circular_bike(1434).jpg" style="text-decoration: none;"><img style="display:block; margin:0px auto 10px; text-align:center;cursor:pointer; cursor:hand;width: 320px; height: 214px;" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgjNZiABQESPT_Y-xsh-hcsiE7mFFk0xuZJF4fkaOG-aU0Zl9ABxLz0fpJn993DZxPgcc8CO2Adrpq8Y_ivr2_FgPPvfxSDdrmSlFZZM9YQE9fbpe5mhFikpnvJUpr2F-mBVo_EgAWpSGyz/s320/the_best_circular_bike(1434).jpg" border="0" alt="" id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5374298755491225954" /></a>Annahttp://www.blogger.com/profile/13967036734263911033noreply@blogger.com1tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1463199337259211472.post-91139715282728422272009-08-25T07:55:00.000-07:002009-08-25T08:10:29.133-07:00Work Day this Sunday at 2:00!<a onblur="try {parent.deselectBloggerImageGracefully();} catch(e) {}" href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEggK7bPE_cn81pov5EnvO1gOfUnT47rOcyuYkZ8zGSuH33SH2cw-XhgEWRaMl-jSToBwNdv3Exjv1TfB0xp8nGrsUfqhrIf6QuGpZRXH5ROdIb78rX4eJlOq-Obv61rszqv4lpE9AFYSKmD/s1600-h/IMG_0020.JPG"><img style="display:block; margin:0px auto 10px; text-align:center;cursor:pointer; cursor:hand;width: 240px; height: 320px;" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEggK7bPE_cn81pov5EnvO1gOfUnT47rOcyuYkZ8zGSuH33SH2cw-XhgEWRaMl-jSToBwNdv3Exjv1TfB0xp8nGrsUfqhrIf6QuGpZRXH5ROdIb78rX4eJlOq-Obv61rszqv4lpE9AFYSKmD/s320/IMG_0020.JPG" border="0" alt="" id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5373918995670486450" /></a><div style="text-align: left;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="color:#0000EE;"><br /></span></div>This Sunday we're going to put down the wrenches and chain whips in favor of hammers and shovels, and work on beautifying Bici's shop! We have a garden mess happening outside that we hope to clear out, a bench that needs building, and a back room of doom. Come one come all and help us get this stuff done! We'll provide food stuffs and post work libations.<div><br /></div><div>Sunday, August 30, 2:00 - 7:00 @ Bici HQ. Bring your tools!</div><div><br /></div><div><br /></div>Annahttp://www.blogger.com/profile/13967036734263911033noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1463199337259211472.post-67904127996367603252009-08-17T11:37:00.000-07:002009-08-17T12:50:28.209-07:00Big Thanks and Big Love<a onblur="try {parent.deselectBloggerImageGracefully();} catch(e) {}" href="http://photos-a.ak.fbcdn.net/photos-ak-sf2p/v5204/197/19/672180380/n672180380_8413200_2848104.jpg"><img style="float:center; margin:0 10px 10px 0;cursor:pointer; cursor:hand;width: 604px; height: 402px;" src="http://photos-a.ak.fbcdn.net/photos-ak-sf2p/v5204/197/19/672180380/n672180380_8413200_2848104.jpg" border="0" alt="" /></a><div><br />Well the Flirty 30 was equal parts exciting, horrifying, unbelievable, fun, draining, and drunken. Congrats to all the winners and thanks to everyone who came out to race and/or party. I especially want to thank those few brave men who came out with their skirts and showed us ladies what it's all about. Also, thanks to all our fabulous sponsors: <a href="http://www.greengurugear.com/">Green Guru</a>, <a href="http://www.recycledacc.com/">Recycled Accessories</a>, <a href="http://headsetclothing.com/">Headset</a>, <a href="http://crestwoodcoffeeco.com/">Crestwood Coffee Company</a>, <a href="http://www.banjobrothers.com/">Banjo Brothers</a>, <a href="http://somenewtrend.wordpress.com/">Some New Trend</a>, <a href="http://www.chromebagsstore.com/">Chrome</a>, and <a href="http://www.bikeskirt.com/">Bikeskirt</a>. And a big thanks to <a href="http://www.pabstblueribbon.com/AgeVerification.aspx">PBR</a> for supporting the <a href="http://thesundaynightskid.blogspot.com/">Sunday Night Skid</a>, who then shared their beer-rific leftovers with us. Hooray!<br /><br />For those of you who don't know, Rebecca Barton got in an accident while racing and ended up with a serious head injury. She is still in critical condition at the hospital, so please keep her in your thoughts. We all hope for a speedy and complete recovery. Unfortunately, she wasn't wearing a helmet. We've decided to make helmets mandatory for all future events; I just wish that it wasn't an accident that prompted us to make such a rule.<br /><br />Please wear your helmet folks!<br /><br /><a onblur="try {parent.deselectBloggerImageGracefully();} catch(e) {}" href="http://photos-b.ak.fbcdn.net/photos-ak-sf2p/v5204/197/19/672180380/n672180380_8413225_7738844.jpg"><img style="float:left; margin:0 10px 10px 0;cursor:pointer; cursor:hand;width: 402px; height: 604px;" src="http://photos-b.ak.fbcdn.net/photos-ak-sf2p/v5204/197/19/672180380/n672180380_8413225_7738844.jpg" border="0" alt="" /></a><br /><a onblur="try {parent.deselectBloggerImageGracefully();} catch(e) {}" href="http://photos-e.ak.fbcdn.net/photos-ak-sf2p/v5204/197/19/672180380/n672180380_8413252_7653876.jpg"><img style="float:left; margin:0 10px 10px 0;cursor:pointer; cursor:hand;width: 402px; height: 604px;" src="http://photos-e.ak.fbcdn.net/photos-ak-sf2p/v5204/197/19/672180380/n672180380_8413252_7653876.jpg" border="0" alt="" /></a><br /><a onblur="try {parent.deselectBloggerImageGracefully();} catch(e) {}" href="http://photos-f.ak.fbcdn.net/photos-ak-sf2p/v5204/197/19/672180380/n672180380_8413245_927417.jpg"><img style="float:left; margin:0 10px 10px 0;cursor:pointer; cursor:hand;width: 604px; height: 402px;" src="http://photos-f.ak.fbcdn.net/photos-ak-sf2p/v5204/197/19/672180380/n672180380_8413245_927417.jpg" border="0" alt="" /></a><br /></div>Annahttp://www.blogger.com/profile/13967036734263911033noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1463199337259211472.post-69212953953548143962009-08-13T08:09:00.000-07:002009-08-13T08:14:52.269-07:00Volunteers needed for Flirty 30 Alleycat this Saturday!<div>Soooooo<br />We have the prizes, we have the stops, we have the racers, and we have tons of FREE PBR!<br />It's going to be a hell of a party, that's for sure.<br />But one thing we don't have is enough volunteers to run the stops! If you'd like to help out, then given Alan a shout: <a href="mailto:alan@bicicoop.org">alan@bicicoop.org</a><br /><br />Thanks and see you all on Saturday! </div><div><br /></div><div>Oh! And...</div><div><br /></div><div style="text-align: center;">ALL HAIL MEN IN SKIRTS!!<br /></div><br /><a onblur="try {parent.deselectBloggerImageGracefully();} catch(e) {}" href="http://www.geocities.com/dave_landreth/dress.jpg"><img style="display:block; margin:0px auto 10px; text-align:center;cursor:pointer; cursor:hand;width: 450px; height: 590px;" src="http://www.geocities.com/dave_landreth/dress.jpg" border="0" alt="" /></a>Annahttp://www.blogger.com/profile/13967036734263911033noreply@blogger.com1tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1463199337259211472.post-87548774744216022442009-08-08T15:34:00.000-07:002009-08-08T15:44:28.411-07:00Flirty 30 alleycat not sexist anymore<div style="text-align: left;">Hey Guys! Been grumbling and complaining about being left out of our next alleycat? Well distress no longer. We have decided to create a special category for ya to race with only one little hitch - you have to wear a skirt!</div><div>To the thrift you must go...that is unless you already have one ; ) </div><div><br /></div><div>Thanks to all our sponsors; we're forever grateful for your generosity!</div><br /><a href="http://www.flickr.com/photos/annacarrigan/3801577429/" title="flirty 30 by Anna Carrigan, on Flickr"><img src="http://farm4.static.flickr.com/3587/3801577429_066ab6c271_b.jpg" width="677" height="1024" alt="flirty 30" /></a>Annahttp://www.blogger.com/profile/13967036734263911033noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1463199337259211472.post-67486862685320969502009-08-03T13:42:00.000-07:002009-08-03T13:45:21.334-07:00A chance to help outThis is from Birmingham's infamous DirtDog and his cycling group email. If you can come out and help, please do. I can't imagine life without a bike, and don't think anyone else should.<br /><br />Message:<br /><br />We could really use some help from local cyclists next Friday, August 7th. At the Lakeshore Foundation, we'll be helping U.S. Veterans that lost their sight in the service enjoy riding a bike again. This is an event called Operation Night Vision, and Steve Fair helps out every year. He's really short on volunteers this time and if any of you are willing to take a day to help out, we'd be eternally grateful. <br /><br />We're looking for both strong riders willing to captain tandem bikes and also for people willing to assist the veterans as needed with getting on and off the bikes. Its an all day event, but there are two shifts (9-12 and 1-4) if you can't stay all day. Any time you are willing to give is greatly appreciated.<br /><br />If you're interested or know someone that would be, please let me know! Its an incredible experience and one neither you or the soldiers will soon forget.........<br /><br />Stacy Traffanstedt<br />240-5554Elisa Mhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/13063688191287041772noreply@blogger.com1tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1463199337259211472.post-35390778646381913252009-07-31T07:20:00.000-07:002009-07-31T07:26:08.283-07:00Critical Mass is Tonight...unless it's raining<a onblur="try {parent.deselectBloggerImageGracefully();} catch(e) {}" href="http://www.joeydevilla.com/wordpress/wp-content/uploads/2008/06/critical_mass_smug_pricks_on_bikes.jpg"><img style="display:block; margin:0px auto 10px; text-align:center;cursor:pointer; cursor:hand;width: 312px; height: 367px;" src="http://www.joeydevilla.com/wordpress/wp-content/uploads/2008/06/critical_mass_smug_pricks_on_bikes.jpg" border="0" alt="" /></a><br /><br />It is time again for critical mass! We'll meet up at Bici HQ (1211 28th St s) and ride out around 7. Grill party afterward - byob/m/veggies. HOWEVER, if it's raining then we probably won't be there. You can still show up and ride if you want!Annahttp://www.blogger.com/profile/13967036734263911033noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1463199337259211472.post-63835457408355291892009-07-27T13:14:00.000-07:002009-07-27T13:15:22.013-07:00Flirty 30 Alleycat - August 15 - Ladies only!<a onblur="try {parent.deselectBloggerImageGracefully();} catch(e) {}" href="http://farm4.static.flickr.com/3438/3763306896_29c6f92e13_b.jpg"><img style="display:block; margin:0px auto 10px; text-align:center;cursor:pointer; cursor:hand;width: 663px; height: 1024px;" src="http://farm4.static.flickr.com/3438/3763306896_29c6f92e13_b.jpg" border="0" alt="" /></a>Annahttp://www.blogger.com/profile/13967036734263911033noreply@blogger.com0