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May is National Bike to Work and School Month and we are happy to announce our 7th Annual Bike to Work and School Day Pancake Feed on May 17.
This is a free breakfast for everyone who is riding to work or school beginning at 6am and going until 10am. Breakfast will include Coffee, Pancakes, Bacon and Fruit and juice.
Have a great month and get out there and ride!
Bicycle Mechanic/Educator Wanted Thursday, April 11th, 2013
RBP is seeking an an experienced mechanic who can teach bike repair as well as help with a wide range of shop activities.This is an opportunity to become a part of a group of motivated individuals who aim to make an large impact on the cyclingcommunity in Reno through educating and encouraging cyclist.
BICYCLE MECHAINC/EDUCATOR – 30H/WEEK
ABOUT RENO BIKE PROJECT
Reno Bike Project (RBP) is a 501(c)(3) non-profit community bicycle shop and advocacy group committed to creating a nationally recognized, cycling-friendly community through advocacy, education, and cooperation in the Truckee Meadows. Since our inception in 2006, RBP has grown from a basement operation to a full cycling community center and advocacy group. We are constantly striving to achieve our mission of getting more people on bikes, and last year alone we distributed over 1,000 bikes back into the community through our shop and various programs. We sell used bikes, used and new parts, and have public workstations that provide affordable access to the tools and expertise cyclists need to maintain their own bikes.
PROFILE
This is not your typical Mechanic position in your typical shop. This job consists of two major roles; fixing bikes and teaching others to fix bikes, but you may be asked to assist with a wide scope of activities and you will be required to wear many different hats. We serve a wide range of people from bicycle hobbyist to college students to Reno’s homeless population in repairing their bicycles, answering questions and other general customer service duties. You will be required to conduct repairs to the highest quality on a wide range of bicycles since we work on bikes of all varieties and ages. We feel that the repairs we carry out on our customers’ bikes represent us as a shop; therefore any repair should be completed to the best of your ability.
Besides operating a full service repair shop our organization is committed to helping people learn about bicycle repair/maintenance and offers 6 public workstations that are available during open hours for the public to utilize our tools and the knowledge of our staff to repair their own bike. People from all walks of life and skill levels use our shop to fix their bikes and sometimes that can be a challenge so patience and a good attitude are mandatory attributes for this job. If you don’t deal with people well do not apply. But if you enjoy helping people one to one and wish help provide our community with a valuable resource this might be the job for you.
DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES
The following reflects management’s definition of essential functions for this job but does not restrict the tasks that may be assigned. Management may assign or reassign duties and responsibilities to this job at any time due to reasonable accommodation or other reasons.
- Perform bicycle repair, maintenance, and walk-in services on customers’ bicycles as needed.
- Deliver professional, accessible, and helpful customer service to a diverse customer base.
- Support daily bike shop operations.
- Responsible for properly taking in all service work including correctly filling out service work orders, scheduling an appropriate amount of repairs and completing those repairs in a timely manner.
- Advise and assist customers with their product selection without bias.
- Develop and maintain knowledge and expertise of all merchandise in the shop to effectively assist customers with accurate information.
- Assist with bike sales and any other bike floor duties as needed.
- Maintain a clean and safe workplace.
- Perform other duties as assigned by the bike shop manager.
- Help with shop maintenance and construction projects.
The candidate we seek will possess:
- Excellent mechanical skills required (minimum two years hands-on, professional bike shop experience).
- Strong customer service skills.
- A self-directed, energetic, flexible and personable attitude.
- Excellent organizational skills.
- The ability to work independently and as part of a team.
- The ability to multi-task in a fast paced environment and the ability to work some weekends and holidays to support business needs.
COMPENSATION: Negotiable depending on skill level and experience.
HOW TO APPLY
Send Resume to renobikeproject@gmail.com or drop it at our shop at 541 E. 4th Street Reno, NV.
RBP is proud to partner with new local business Picasso and Wine for a night of art. If you have not heard about Picasso and Wine it is owned by the Woods girls Alanna, Alissa and Jennifer, three ladies who share their passion for wine and art by hosting nightly painting workshops paired with a selection of fine wines and beers. These fun and easy classes bring out the inner artist in everyone and you will be amazed what you can accomplish with a little help, so come on out for night of painting, drinking and creativity. All skill levels encouraged to attend.
Classes are $50 per person and $10 will be donated to RBP and you can also display your piece in the We HeArt Bikes Art Show on April 6.
We hope to see you there!
Bikes, Hours and Supplies for Burning Man Wednesday, August 8th, 2012
Greetings Burners,
Our extended hours during Burning Man are:
8/22-8/27 9am-8pm
If you need a bike for Burning Man then RBP is your stop. We will have over 600 bikes available this year as well as a ton of accessories to keep you looking good and riding safe including baskets, seat covers, lights, EL wire kits and more. We will also be adding additional hours in the week prior to the event to try and accomodate everyone, so keep an eye on our website for more details.
Remember we don’t reserve bikes, they are sold on a first come basis only, so get here early or send your friends to grab a couple.
Have a great burn and we hope to see you soon!
August Event Spotlight – Hot August Bikes: Gleaming the Tube Show and Shine Tuesday, August 2nd, 2011Hot August Bikes: Gleaming Tube Show and Shine
Thursday, August 4
Nevada Art Museum
4:00-7:00 pm
As motorheads from around world the begin congregating in Reno for the annual Hot August Nights car extravaganza, Reno’s bike community is gearing up for RBP’s 3rd annual Hot August Bikes.
The party begins this Thursday, August 4th, at the Nevada Museum of Art where the bike project is hosting the Gleaming Tube Show and Shine. As Reno’s only bike showcase, this unique event is an opportunity for bicycle enthusiasts young and old to show off their wacky bikes. Last year over 50 bikes were entered in the showcase and 20 lucky participants went home with awards and proof that their bikes are the best in the biggest little city. Matt Mansur won the 2010 Best in Show award with his dazzling cream colored Lemond team bike.
If you have a bike you’d like to show off for the world to see, pedal down to the art museum and enter it in the contest for a chance to win the title in one of 20 categories. Bring the kids and enjoy live music and free refreshments. Registration begins at 4 pm and judging starts at 5:30.
The categories encompass bikes from every angle of the bike-style spectrum so don’t be shy, come and enter the Show and Shine!
Categories include:
1. Best in Show
2. Judge’s Choice
3. People’s Choice
4. Best Vintage Road Bike
5. Best Vintage Mt. Bike
6. Best Townie
7. Best Cruiser
8. Best Touring Bike
9. Best Classic (1933-1955)
10. Best Antique (Pre-1933)
11. Best BMX
12. Best Tandem
13. Best Art Bike
14. Best local framebuilder
15. Best Bike-Alope
16. Best Custom Bike
17. Jenny Craig Award (Lightest bike)
18. Best Bike Shop Entry
19. Best Track Bike
20. Best Kids Bike
-Austin Wallis
RBP Volunteer Correspondent
Tim Healion Spotlight Interview July 28, 2011
In the middle of a hectic day of organizing Sunday’s Tour De Nez 2011Race Organizer Tim Healion took a few minutes to talk with RBP correspondent Austin Wallis about the biggest, baddest, bike race of the year, motorcycles and Amy Winehouse.
Q: Hey Tim, so you’re 100 meters away from the finish line, what’s going through your head?!
A: Well, if I was racing in this upcoming race I’d be thinking about how I’m sprinting against the Goldsprints racers at the finish line. The pressure’s on. But really, I’m usually thinking, “This is fast!”
Q: What’s your favorite pump up jam to listen to before a race?
A: Easy, Duke Ellington’s In the Hall of the Mountain King.
Q: We’ve been wondering this for a while, Tim, why does Bubba Melcher wear so many bracelets?
A: His mom thinks he’s too skinny so he weighs himself down with all that jewelry.
Q: What’s your favorite IPA?
A: I’d have to go with Great Basin’s Ichthyosaurus IPA. It’s a great beer and I like to support local breweries.
Q: So, Tim, I’m sure you’ve heard about the tragic death of rock-blues superstar Amy Winehouse. How did her death effect your preparation for the Tour de Nez?
A: Well, actually we’re canceling the race. Just kidding, who’s Amy Winehouse? Is she a local newscaster or something? Big freakin’ deal.
Q: When is steel going to come back, Tim?
A: Steel doesn’t need to come back because it never left. Right now while we’re talking I’m wearing a hands free headset riding my steel bike. Steel is real, it’s never going away.
Q: What’s the best motorcycle in all the land?
A: 1978 Ducati 900 Super Sport.
Hot August Bikes 2011 Wednesday, July 13th, 2011Hey all,
Its time for Hot August Bikes!
that means our annual show and shine, as well as our annual group ride.
August 4: Gleaming the Tube Bicycle Show and Shine join us at the Nevada Museum of Art for our 3rd annual show and shine. Form and function meet here as Reno’s Bicycle enthusiast show off their talents and hard work. registration begins at 4pm and judging begins at 5:30pm. Live Music and refreshments provided.
Categories include:
1. Best in Show
2. Judge’s Choice
3. People’s Choice
4. Best Vintage Road Bike
5. Best Vintage Mt. Bike
6. Best Townie
7. Best Cruiser
8. Best Touring Bike
9. Best Classic (1933-1955)
10. Best Antique (Pre-1933)
11. Best BMX
12. Best Tandem
13. Best Art Bike
14. Best local framebuilder
15. Best Bike-Alope
16. Best Custom Bike
17. Jenny Craig Award (Lightest bike)
18. Best Bike Shop Entry
19. Best Track Bike
20. Best Kids Bike
August 12: Hot August Bikes Group Ride
Reno Bike Project has partnered with the Reno Police Department to bring you the Hot August Bikes Group Ride. This is a fun, safe ride for the whole family to enjoy. Ride with us and RPD as we take an hour long cruise through Reno. we will finish at Newlands Park with a free ice cream social. Meet at Reno bike Project 5:30pm, ride leaves at 6pm, ice cream social 7pm.
View Hot August Bikes Route 2011 in a larger map
You can see the route on Google Maps here
If you have questions, let us know at renobikeproject@gmail.com
-RBP
Fun stuff Saturday, July 9th, 2011I made this for a flier but it did’nt quite work and I can’t just erase it.
Enjoy.
-Noah
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