I don't know about patent leather shoes...

Are you sure you want the one with the green rim?

2012 Working Bikes To Do List, #5

Spread the Word about the Working Bikes Mission

Working Bikes has a great mission, "give new life to old bikes and independence to those who ride them ... "

Every person I know, knows that I am an advocate for Working Bikes. People always say, "are you still doing the bike thing? I might have a bike for you." And I eventually work that into the conversation with every person I meet.

Continue to spread the word and results will follow.

Top Chicago Charities

One of the more unique charitable organizations in Chicago, Working Bikes, focuses on reclaiming and repairing bikes from disrepair (or even the trash) and returning them to the streets. Of course, only some of the bike-recycling benefits thrifty shoppers here in Chicago – bikes not sold here are shipped over to third-world countries in need of the transportation. Without any government or foundation support, the shop funds their actions solely through bike sales and individual donors. In addition to the nearly 5,000 bicycles distributed throughout the world, some 500 bicycles and wheelchairs are refurbished for donation to those in our own city – for city programs and refugees. If you’re tight on cash and still want to make a donation somewhere, check and see if you’ve got an old bike gathering dust somewhere – it can make just as much of a difference as your pocketbook.

This was posted @ http://chicago.cbslocal.com/2011/12/14/top-chicago-charities/ on December 14, 2011

Saturday December 17, 2011

A fundraiser for West Town Bikes after the Afterglow Cyclocross race brought to you by Cuttin Crew and Robots <3. The first race category starts at 10 AM in Humboldt Park field house. Register online now.

2 PM
Division Street Bar and Grill
2525 W Division Stret
Chicago, IL 60622

Mark Your Calendars!

The 2012 Chicago Winter Bike Swap will be held on January 21, 2012 from 9:30 - 3:30 at Harper College. $5.00 admission for adults. Kids 12 and under are free. FREE PARKING!

The CWBS is returning for the fifth year as the premier event for HUGE SAVINGS on everything for the bike.

Not only is the Chicago Winter Bike Swap a place for some great bargains, but it is an excellent social experience for the cycling community as well!!