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Message from Andrew Hoover, team leader, HPVC team
by Will Ravenscroft 13 Aug '13

13 Aug '13

Positive Spin Committee Meeting (8/13/13): Upon the start of the upcoming Fall semester, a team of mechanical and aerospace engineering students at WVU will begin the team’s third year of participation in the American Society of Mechanical Engineers (ASME) Human Powered Vehicle Challenge (HPVC). The competition encourages students to demonstrate the application of sound engineering design principles in the development of sustainable and practical transportation alternatives. For each of the past two years, the WVU team has ranked top 10 in the overall scoring which consists of a design event, a speed/drag race event, an innovation event, and an endurance race. The WVU HPVC team is interested in exploring the opportunity to work with Positive Spin not only to provide a means of teaching team members basic shop and bicycle maintenance skills, but also to serve as a resource of competent mechanics to aid in Positive Spin’s efforts. At this time, the team has proposed to dedicate 1 class period per week in which team members will volunteer at the Positive Spin facility (further details will be provided once the students are able to meet as a team). Dr. Konstantinos Sierros (team advisor) and Andrew Hoover (team leader) hope that the Positive Spin committee members are equally excited to begin a mutual collaboration with the HPVC team. Please feel free to contact either Dr. Sierros or Andrew at any time using the following contact information:Dr. Konstantinos A. Sierros ESB, Evansdale Drive, Room G-70 Morgantown, WV, 26505 Phone: 304-293-3420 Email: Kostas.Sierros(a)mail.wvu.edu Andrew Hoover Will Ravenscroft Rm 551A ESB West Virginia University 304-293-9943

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Meeting with Dr. Kostas Sierros and the Human Powered Vehicle Design Team
by Will Ravenscroft 11 Aug '13

11 Aug '13

I just met with Dr. Kostas Sierros and got a tour of their new Human Powered Vehicle lab. In a class this fall they will be designing and building a bicycle to compete in the Human Powered Vehicle Challenge. They would like to work with Positive Spin to improve their bike repair skills, recycle parts, fix bikes for the Christmas give away and assist us with more shop hours devoted to community involvement. Classes start in two weeks at which time they would like to tour our facility. With board approval (item for Monday's agenda) I will set up a time and everyone who is available can meet Dr. Sierros and the students. Information about the challenge go to: https://www.asme.org/events/competitions/human-powered-vehicle-challenge-(h… Will Will Ravenscroft Engineering Science Bldg Rm 551B West Virginia University Morgantown, WV 26506-6103 304-293-9943

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Re: [Positive Spin] Meeting with Dr. Kostas Sierros and the Human Powered Vehicle Design Team
by Nathan Harlan 09 Aug '13

09 Aug '13

Sounds Awesome! >>> "Will Ravenscroft" 08/09/13 11:27 AM >>> I just met with Dr. Kostas Sierros and got a tour of their new Human Powered Vehicle lab. In a class this fall they will be designing and building a bicycle to compete in the Human Powered Vehicle Challenge. They would like to work with Positive Spin to improve their bike repair skills, recycle parts, fix bikes for the Christmas give away and assist us with more shop hours devoted to community involvement. Classes start in two weeks at which time they would like to tour our facility. With board approval (item for Monday's agenda) I will set up a time and everyone who is available can meet Dr. Sierros and the students. Information about the challenge go to: https://www.asme.org/events/competitions/human-powered-vehicle-challenge-(h… Will Will Ravenscroft Engineering Science Bldg Rm 551B West Virginia University Morgantown, WV 26506-6103 304-293-9943

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TIG Welding
by thesumak＠aol.com 09 Aug '13

09 Aug '13

I would be happy to help the students with TIG welding as well as with general fabrication methods they might be considering for their build. When they are ready, they can contact me directly to work out the details. Kostas, what type of machine did you buy? Cheers, Bill Jones Bill The human powered vehicle lab has received a new TIG welder but need someone to train the students how to use it. Are you interested? Probably need to start in September so they can get a bike ready for the spring competition. Will Will Ravenscroft Engineering Science Bldg Rm 551B West Virginia University Morgantown, WV 26506-6103 304-293-9943

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Re: [Positive Spin] Fayette County Commission Agenda Meeting
by Victoria Evans 09 Aug '13

09 Aug '13

Thanks for the update Donna! ________________________________ From: Donna Holdorf <nationalroad(a)gmail.com> To: P Kelley <patrick.kelley(a)completetitlesolutions.com> Cc: "positivespin(a)wvcompletestreets.org" <positivespin(a)wvcompletestreets.org>; "ella(a)montrails.org" <ella(a)montrails.org>; "mamasita1955(a)yahoo.com" <mamasita1955(a)yahoo.com>; "kaj_pagan(a)yahoo.com" <kaj_pagan(a)yahoo.com>; beth reseter <bethreseter(a)yahoo.com>; beth reseter <reseterbeth(a)gmail.com> Sent: Friday, August 9, 2013 11:30 AM Subject: Re: Fayette County Commission Agenda Meeting Patrick and friends, The dates for the commissioners meeting have been changed. New dates: Tues Agenda Mtg Aug 20 and Thur Aug 22 Please spread the word to your team! Donna On Wed, Aug 7, 2013 at 10:19 AM, P Kelley <patrick.kelley(a)completetitlesolutions.com> wrote: All- > > >This Tuesday 8/13 at 10:00 AM Fayette County Commission holds their agenda meeting. I plan on attending to push for $50,000 to be directed from the legacy fund (funded by Marcellus impact fees) to be utilized for the construction of the sheepskin trail. I welcome more voices to show support for this issue. > > > >For those of you who may not know the Sheepskin trail is a proposed ( and partially complete) 34 mile rail trail that would connect the Mon River Trail System to the Great Allegheny Passage (GAP). With a little over two miles complete and another 3 miles in planning/construction stages and with nearly the entire 34 mile right of way already purchased, we can get this complete in a few short years. The economic and environmental impact of this project on our community can not be overstated. The GAP has brought life and revitalization to economically devastated communities along its trail side. With just the first mile being completed an easy commute from Point Marion to Morgantown will be not only possible but perhaps be a quicker bike ride than drive. > > > >What can $50,000 do for a $5,000,000 project? The short answer is $50,000 in locally sourced funds can be used to leverage funding for 1 mile of trail. I believe these early grabs for funds are the most important, if we start to make some serious headway we will gather the momentum to kick this project into high gear. When a group of us attended the last county commission meeting, I think we made an impression. Let's go back and really rock the boat. Thanks for your support! I hope to see you there. > > >Patrick Kelley >Vice President, Complete Title Solutions >265 High St. 7th Floor >Morgantown, WV 26505 > >Cell: 724-812-2429 >Office: 304-284-8855 >Fax: 412-291-1141 > >Patrick.Kelley(a)CompleteTitleSolutions.com > >

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Fayette County Commission Agenda Meeting
by P Kelley 07 Aug '13

07 Aug '13

All- This Tuesday 8/13 at 10:00 AM Fayette County Commission holds their agenda meeting. I plan on attending to push for $50,000 to be directed from the legacy fund (funded by Marcellus impact fees) to be utilized for the construction of the sheepskin trail. I welcome more voices to show support for this issue. For those of you who may not know the Sheepskin trail is a proposed ( and partially complete) 34 mile rail trail that would connect the Mon River Trail System to the Great Allegheny Passage (GAP). With a little over two miles complete and another 3 miles in planning/construction stages and with nearly the entire 34 mile right of way already purchased, we can get this complete in a few short years. The economic and environmental impact of this project on our community can not be overstated. The GAP has brought life and revitalization to economically devastated communities along its trail side. With just the first mile being completed an easy commute from Point Marion to Morgantown will be not only possible but perhaps be a quicker bike ride than drive. What can $50,000 do for a $5,000,000 project? The short answer is $50,000 in locally sourced funds can be used to leverage funding for 1 mile of trail. I believe these early grabs for funds are the most important, if we start to make some serious headway we will gather the momentum to kick this project into high gear. When a group of us attended the last county commission meeting, I think we made an impression. Let's go back and really rock the boat. Thanks for your support! I hope to see you there. Patrick Kelley Vice President, Complete Title Solutions 265 High St. 7th Floor Morgantown, WV 26505 Cell: 724-812-2429 Office: 304-284-8855 Fax: 412-291-1141 Patrick.Kelley(a)CompleteTitleSolutions.com

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Re: [Positive Spin] Volunteers needed for August 23
by Ryan Stocking 31 Jul '13

31 Jul '13

Jonathan, I would like to volunteer our time and Tents, We have several 10x20 and 10x10. We have several posters and other supplies to help support. Let's get together and talk details. Best, Ryan. PS> I have your money! West Virginia University Research Office P.O. Box 6216 886 Chestnut Ridge Road Morgantown, WV 26506 Instructional Coordinator: The Science Behind the Sport Cell: (304)839-2245 Office: (304)293-3588 E-mail: Ryan.Stocking(a)mail.wvu.edu >>> Jonathan Rosenbaum 07/31/13 1:50 AM >>> Positive Spin has participated in the Sprint, Splash, n’ Spin Triathlon Kids Race for several years by providing a bicycle safety check station. This year the event is being held August 23. The Kids Race is a busy event with over 200 participants. In response, organizers have decided to host two race sessions: Noon-2pm and 4:00-6:15pm We need at least 4 volunteers at each session, more would be even better. Volunteers can choose to participate in one or more of these tasks: 1. Bicycle safety check and repairs (we need a least 2 mechanics) 2. Pump tires or have a mechanic repair/replace tube if tire(s) don't hold air 3. Helmet safety - check that helmets are being worn properly - video 4. Hand out promotional material and apply sticker to kid's helmet if they pass the safety check. Please email me if you want to volunteer, tell me which sessions you can participate in, and which tasks interest you. Thank-you! -Jonathan

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Volunteers needed for August 23
by Jonathan Rosenbaum 31 Jul '13

31 Jul '13

Positive Spin has participated in the Sprint, Splash, n’ Spin Triathlon Kids Race <http://moncountyhfh.org/how-to-get-involved/2013-sprint-splash-n-spin-triat…> for several years by providing a bicycle safety check station. This year the event is being held August 23. The Kids Race is a busy event with over 200 participants. In response, organizers have decided to host two race sessions: Noon-2pm and 4:00-6:15pm We need at least 4 volunteers at each session, more would be even better. Volunteers can choose to participate in one or more of these tasks: 1. Bicycle safety check and repairs (we need a least 2 mechanics) 2. Pump tires or have a mechanic repair/replace tube if tire(s) don't hold air 3. Helmet safety - check that helmets are being worn properly - video <http://www.youtube.com/watch?feature=player_detailpage&v=dKo791h2hfE&t=166> 4. Hand out promotional material and apply sticker to kid's helmet if they pass the safety check. Please email me if you want to volunteer, tell me which sessions you can participate in, and which tasks interest you. Thank-you! -Jonathan

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August 12 Board Meeting
by Jonathan Rosenbaum 30 Jul '13

30 Jul '13

Everyone, The next regular Board Meeting is Monday, August 12, 7:00 p.m. at the Positive Spin headquarters. Put it on you calendar! -Jonathan

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Bicycle world movement
by Will Ravenscroft 23 Jul '13

23 Jul '13

Just to put our minor efforts into a worldwide perspective, I put together a list of some of the projects around the world that are supported by used bikes being exported from the United States. We occasionally donate to Bikes for the World in the Washington DC area. They claim 80,117 donated bikes! My favorites are Ability Bikes in Ghana and the Prisoners Support Organization in Uganda. The list is not inclusive and is redundant. Happy browsing. Will Will Ravenscroft Engineering Science Bldg Rm 551B West Virginia University Morgantown, WV 26506-6103 304-293-9943

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