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Get Ready for BikeX’s Epic Spring Bike Swap – Sunday, April 27th, 2025!
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- Written by: Gregg Kato
The ORIGINAL BikeX Swap Meet is Back and Bigger Than Ever!
Last year’s event was a massive success, and we’re turning up the excitement for 2025! Join us for BikeX’s Spring Bike Swap on Sunday, April 27, from 9:00 am to 1:00 pm – your ultimate chance to score amazing bike deals, sell your gear and connect with fellow cycling enthusiasts.
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SVBE Spring Parking Lot Bike Sale – Saturday, March 29
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- Written by: Gregg Kato
The Silicon Valley Bicycle Exchange (SVBE) is hosting its Spring Parking Lot Bike Sale on Saturday, March 29, 2025, from 9:00 am to 1:00 pm. This sale is a great opportunity to find a quality refurbished bike at a bargain price, while supporting a nonprofit dedicated to bicycle reuse and donation.
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Exciting News: BikeX Expands Shop Hours!
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- Written by: The BikeX Team
Bicycle Exchange is thrilled to announce that we are expanding our operating hours! With the addition of our new Service Manager, Robbin Andersson, we are now officially open on Tuesdays, Thursdays and every other Saturday.
Expanding our hours means more opportunities for our community to access quality bikes, parts, and service—whether you're a retail buyer looking for your perfect ride or a volunteer eager to lend a hand. By staying open longer and adding new appointment slots, we’re making it easier for both customers and volunteers to engage with BikeX, and we hope to see you soon!
Starting immediately, our shop will open at 11:00 am each weekday and close at 5:30 pm; and open on the 2nd and 4th Saturdays at 10:00 am and close at 3:00 pm.
SVBE's Commitment to Vision and Transparency: Introducing Our First Annual Report and Plan
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- Written by: Dave Fork
For 32 years, Silicon Valley Bicycle Exchange (SVBE) has been driven by the passion and dedication of our volunteers, staff and community. We've always strived to make a positive impact, and now, we're thrilled to take a significant step towards greater transparency and vision.
We're proud to announce the release of our first-ever Annual Report and Annual Plan! These documents represent a culmination of collaborative effort, spearheaded by our dedicated Program Manager, Kelly Boyett and the entire SVBE team.
Help Meet the Demand for Refurbished Bicycles in 2025
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- Written by: Jack and Lucy - Partner Organization Liaisons
Many thanks to all of our volunteers and staff who helped us surpass our goal of 800 bikes repaired and donated in 2024. You all made it possible to get bikes to 818 individuals of all ages and backgrounds rolling to jobs, school, errands, medical appointments, and recreation.
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Welcome to the 2025 "Thaco Thursday" Tours!
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- Written by: Randall B. of Western Wheelers
Get ready for a NEW bi-monthly group ride series brought to you by Western Wheelers and Silicon Valley Bicycle Exchange! Starting on Thursday, February 6, this exciting series will start and finish each ride at the Silicon Valley Bike Exchange (SVBE), located at 3961 East Bayshore Road, Palo Alto, just north of San Antonio Road.
What is a “Thaco Thursday Tour” and what’s it all about?
Well, “Taco Tuesday” was already taken and “Waco Wednesday” didn’t sound good, nor did most other days, so “Thaco Thursday” was the only logical choice!
Toni Gregorio-Bunch Joins SVBE as Volunteer Coordinator
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Toni Gregorio-Bunch has joined the Silicon Valley Bicycle Exchange (SVBE) as our Volunteer Coordinator, supporting our dedicated volunteers and improving their volunteer experience. Let's learn more about Toni.
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Bicycle Exchange Growth Narrative
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A Narrative for Sustainable Growth at Silicon Valley Bicycle Exchange (SVBE)
For over 30 years, SVBE has been a cornerstone of our community, providing valuable services through our dedicated volunteers. While our current rented space has served us well, we recognize the need to plan for the future and ensure the long-term sustainability of our mission.
Hope's Corner: A Beacon of Support in Mountain View
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- Written by: Holly Nielsen
Nestled in the heart of Mountain View, California, Hope's Corner stands as a testament to the power of community. This non-profit organization serves a critical role by offering essential services to those facing food insecurity and homelessness. The organization's services include helping people to get their bicycles working again, with support from Silicon Valley Bicycle Exchange. Read on to learn more.
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Kelly Boyett Joins SVBE as Program Manager
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- Written by: Kelly Boyett
Kelly Boyett has joined the Silicon Valley Bicycle Exchange (SVBE) as a Program Manager, bringing her passion for community engagement and sustainable transportation to our organization. Let's learn a bit more about Kelly and her vision for SVBE's future.
Invitation to Board Meetings: Observers and Open Forum
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- Written by: SVBE Board
The Bicycle Exchange Board of Directors invites interested parties to attend our monthly (virtual) board meetings. You can observe the entire meeting and/or provide feedback, perspective and concerns during our new Open Forum agenda item at the end of the meeting. Here's the link to the next board meeting. Read on to learn more ...
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Featured Volunteer: Mark Arvay
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- Written by: Mark Arvay
Mark's a long-time volunteer with Bicycle Exchange, since being our liaison with partner organization City Team Ministries in the 2010's, to being one of our best homework heros. He now repairs bikes for us and our recipients from his home workshop in Auburn, CA. Read on to learn Mark's story.
First Quarter 2024 Celebrating Progress
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- Written by: Dave Fork
Hey SVBE volunteers, staff. You’ve done an amazing job keeping our wheels turning, saving bikes from the landfill and providing valuable transportation to our community!
Here are some of the ways that 2024 is off to a great start:
Introducing SVBE's Newest Board Member: Katy Tripp
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Katy Tripp joined the Silicon Valley Bicycle Exchange Board of Directors in March. Katy is a much needed and welcome addition because she brings experience in both accounting and nonprofit auditing. SVBE outgrew its own accounting system about 5 years ago and now both Ross Stovall and Katy are redesigning it so that it will cost less time to enter data and will easily pass an external audit; both of these are essential to SVBE’s continued ability to grow. In addition to her CPA and auditing work, Katy has also worked for the past 6 years as a Business Controller/Finance Program Manager.
Here’s a bit more about Katy:
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Featured Bike: 1953 Elswick Hopper, Restored by Cap'n Jonny
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Established at the dawn of the bicycle era, Elswick was a major British bicycle manufacturer for many decades, providing high quality utility bicycles for the domestic and international market. Cap'n Jonny continued the loving care given to this Elswick Hopper by its donor, to restore the bike for its new home.
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Featured Volunteer: Ross Stovall
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Ross joined the SVBE Board in February and brings with him a wealth of experience in operations and all aspects of running successful companies. One of the first things Ross has been tackling was improving our shop operations and making wrenching on bikes a more efficient process. Thanks for helping to keep SVBE rolling smoothly!
Read on to find out a little more about Ross!
Featured Bike: 1966 Schwinn Varsity, Restored by Cap'n Jonny
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- Written by: Cap'n Jonny
Recently, Cap'n Jonny brought home a 36.6 pound gold 1966 Schwinn Varsity with roached paint to use as a base for a weight weenie build he was anxious to try. In the end he just put it on a diet and did some strength training. Read about his process in his tale below.
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Featured Volunteer: Bruce Hildenbrand
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- Written by: Andrew Y
Our featured volunteer this month is Bruce Hildenbrand. Bruce is the only SVBE volunteer who has served for as long as Dave Fork.
