The Facts (FAQ)
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We are a member owned cooperative bike shop servicing the Lansing Community. We are a Non-profit focusing on education and access to the tools you need to keep rolling. We fund our activities through donations as well as the sale of refurbished bikes, new and used bike parts and accessories. We are always in need of volunteers so if you want to make a difference in the Lansing Cycling Community stop by check us out and get involved if you like the vibes.
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We understand everyone has busy lives, places to go, things to do, people to see. Just like the volunteers that keep the Co-op going. We keep regular hours through the season from spring to December keep an eye on the Calendar and the Facebook Group to stay up to date.
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We do one big giveaway every year in December for the kids. The rest of the time we work with Share-a-Bike to help people in need. You can stop by and chat with us and we can get you the documentation you need for the Share-a-Bike program.
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No, we do take bikes as donation. All sales and donations directly support are core mission of education and access
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We totally trust you, but we must look out for the organization, and we want to be fair to everyone so as a rule we do not do trades.
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We can teach you how to fix your bike. Unlike a “traditional bike shop” we are about education and access to the resources to keep you keep rolling. We do understand that not everyone desires to or is able to fix their own bike. We can make recommendations and point you in the right direction if you are looking to pay someone to fix your bike.
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Yeah…… If you have one, we love that for you but it’s not really our thing. Due to the high level of danger, we can’t ask our volunteers to take on the liability associated with working on E-bikes.
The 7 Cooperative Principles
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Anyone can join a co-op they don’t discriminate based on gender, social, racial, political, or religious factors.
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Members control their business by deciding how it’s run and who leads it
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All co-op members invest in their cooperative. This means people, not shareholders, benefit from a co-op’s profits.
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When making business deals or raising money, co-ops never compromise their autonomy or democratic member control.
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Co-ops provide education, training and information so their members can contribute effectively to the success of their co-op.
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Co-ops believe working together is the best strategy to empower their members and build a stronger co-op economy.
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Co-ops are community minded. They contribute to the sustainable development of their communities by sourcing and investing locally.