One More Move...

You may have noticed the One More Move logo over at my old blog, the Claremont Cyclist, in the lower right hand column along with various other bicycle related charitable organizations. I have known about them for a while now, but it was not until just this morning that I had the opportunity to meet some of the guys behind One More Move and see them in action. 

Matt, with gloves and One More Move tee shirt, and Mike

One More Move was formed by a small group of cyclists, friends who decided it was time to expand their passion for cycling to help others. One More Move accepts donations of used bicycles, cleans them up, fixes them when necessary, and gives them away to kids who, perhaps due to economic circumstances, would not otherwise have access to a bike of their own. Working with manufacturers of bicycle products and with Incycle bike shop in San Dimas, One More Move ensures that each bike is fully and safely functional. They work with the kids to find a bike that is correctly sized, before the bikes are handed over there is a short talk about riding safely, and each kid is given a new helmet which are made available through a special deal with Free Agent.

plenty of bikes to make any kid happy, and brand new Free Agent bmx-style helmets to go with them

getting more bikes ready

working away

I knew that One More Move was holding one of their periodic bike rehab and give-away days behind Incycle today so I made that my morning ride, short, but worth it. I talked briefly with Matt and Mike about some background info, inspiration, what have you. Some of this you can find on their website, brochures or Facebook page. I was interested in where the name came from, as it seemed especially appropriate given what they do. I will let you check out the story on the One More Move website by clicking here; it tells the tale better than I could related it second-hand.

One More Move accepts monetary donations and gifts of bicycles. They have also partnered with numerous online retailers through Buy4.com, where up to 30% on purchases can be donated to the organization. The post for June 7 at the One More Move website explains how anyone can participate in the Buy4.com program.

During my time with them this morning one family was loading up their car with their new bikes, while a second was getting kitted out with theirs (they can give away 25 or more bikes a day during these events). Workstands were in full use by volunteers, and a couple more guys from OTR Racing, fresh off the Montrose ride, had just ridden up to lend a couple more hands. Volunteers are always welcome, and if you get even a fraction of the satisfaction that the kids with their new bikes got, I think you can consider it a successful day.