Repair Fund
As of August '23 the Repair Fund has contributed to 115 repairs and created 1 scholarship
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As of August '23 the Repair Fund has contributed to 115 repairs and created 1 scholarship • Become a member •
Inspired by the folks over at Wheel Simple in Richmond, VA, we’ve created a repair fund where anyone can donate to help subsidize the cost of parts and repair for someone who can’t afford the necessary repairs to make their bike safe and functional. We’ll also use the Repair Fund to create scholarships for Bike School students.
The aim of this repair fund is to fill the gap between what we can provide without overextending ourselves and what our community needs but also can’t afford. So far, the shop has provided all of the services above from our own pocket, but as we grow so does the need around us. Small margins are the norm at bike shops, and without help from our community, we can’t afford to give away the amount of service, education, and parts that riders in our area need to be safe and mobile.
The money donated goes into a Repair Fund credit account at the shop. When someone can’t afford the entirety of the repairs that they need, we ask how much they can afford, and subsidize the rest with the Repair Fund. Anyone in need can benefit from this fund as many times as they need as long as they need necessary repairs and treat the shop staff respectfully (just like any other customer).
Want to see the difference your cash makes? Check out our donation spreadsheet or sign up for email updates when you donate. Then again, you might not have to look at a spreadsheet or an email—just stopping by the bike shop will allow you to see your donation in action.
The best way to support our Repair Fund is to become a member. Your monthly contribution ensures we’ve got cash flow into our repair fund AND gets you some cool perks. You can also donate cash directly at the shop (this way no fees are taken by Square) or donate online (button above).
Thank you for making this possible!
Becoming a member of our Repair Fund is a win-win-win. Your membership subsidizes repairs and creates scholarships for bike repair classes, sustains the livelihood of the shop workers completing the repairs and teaching the classes, AND gets you access to some sweet perks:
$10/month • Friend — 10% discount on parts and accessories (excluding tubes)
$20/month • Supporter — 10% discount and flat fix labor on us
$50/month • Sustainer — 10% discount, flat fix labor, and a shop shirt
$100/month • Champion — 10% discount, flat fix labor, a shop shirt, and new merch whenever it comes out, PLUS a tune up on us every six months of membership
$300/month • Evangelist — all of the above, plus service for up to two bikes on us
You’ll also have access to a special deal each month. Check out the perks we’ve got planned for members in 2023:
January: Wheelbuilding labor included with purchase of hubs, rims, and spokes
February: 25% off service parts, accessories, and labor with any tune-up package
March: 25% off fenders with purchase of installation labor
April: Installation/wrap labor included with purchase of bar tape or grips
May: 25% off pedals with chain and freewheel/cassette installation
June: 25% off all bags
July: 25% off all tools
August: 25% off water bottles and cages
September: 25% off all lights
October: 25% off locks and wheel security
November: Free tubeless setup with purchase of tires, tape, and valves
December: Wheelbuilding labor included with frame up builds
Perks aren’t combinable with the 10% discount. If you choose the Sustainer, Champion, or Evangelist membership you can come by the shop anytime for your swag, or send us an email with an address we can mail it to.
Read more about our Repair Fund here and see how your help enables us to support our community through bicycling.