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Fall 2015 Bike to the Farm

September 16, 2015 by mindofmax
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Bike to farm.
I’ve biked to the college farm many times, but I have never ridden in Bike to the Farm. This distinction is important because, while I follow the same route, my rides are usually by myself or with a friend not with the entire vibrant biking community at Dickinson College. That means that this Fall will be my first time organizing Bike to the Farm and also the first time I’ve participated in it. This biannual event is a celebration of the gorgeous farm, the Carlisle area, and Continue reading →

Bike to Farm Potluck (B2F)

April 6, 2015 by martijah
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A fun and exciting 14-mile round-trip bike ride from Kaufman Hall to Dickinson College Farm in Boiling Springs, Pennsylvania. The bike ride to the potluck is open to everyone! Join us! This event will build community and introduce you to the Dickinson Farm if you have not been already. Meet in the Kaufman parking lot at 10:30 AM for 11:00 AM departure. Bring a potluck dish and your own dinnerware, utensils, and cup. A van will transport your dishes and bags for you. Special guest Continue reading →

The Handlebar is Back in Business!

January 26, 2015 by
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It might be cold, snowy, and icy outside, but people are braving the elements to ride their bikes! However, the current weather can be a problem for bikes – snow, slush, and salt can all be detrimental to bikes if proper care isn’t taken. And what tire pressure should you fill your tires to so that you don’t slip on the ice? Come to the Handlebar and we’ll help you figure that all out! Our current hours are: Mondays, Tuesdays, and Thursdays from 4-6pm If Continue reading →

Sustainability Spotlight: Nick Shewell, Handlebar Volunteer

December 5, 2014 by
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Nick Shewell, a senior International Business Major and Mandarin Chinese minor from Oley, Pa, is actively involved in the biking culture of campus. Nick first became involved with The Handlebar when he was a sophomore. Originally, he was only there to fill up his tires, but he became interested in the greater mission of The Handlebar when he saw people working on various projects. Nick offered to help the other volunteers because they seemed pretty busy and he had previous bike repair training. Nick says Continue reading →

Handlebar T-Shirts are Here!

December 3, 2014 by
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Need a present for a family member or friend over the holidays? Don’t worry – we just got a shipment of Handlebar t-shirts in! These shirts are original artwork by Handlebar volunteers, and will show your love of bikes, bike maintenance, and Dickinson. The front features a moustache with the slogan “Spinnin’ Spokes and Tellin’ Jokes,” while the back features a drawing of a drive-train.   For $15, you can get an organic cotton t-shirt, which I can personally vouch are super soft. All proceeds Continue reading →