Albany Bike Rescue

Who will be the first to ride the entire Empire Trail? There’s no trail like it in the nation750 miles of multi-use trail literally from Manhattan to the Canadian Border, from Buffalo to Albany," said New York State Governor Andrew Cuomo. "Not only does it provide an opportunity to experience the natural beauty and history of New York, but it also gives New Yorkers from every corner of the state a safe outlet for recreation as we continue to grapple with the COVID-19 pandemic.

Thank you to all of our amazing supporters for helping us end the year on a high note. We met our goal and look forward to an amazing 2021. Happy New Year!

$140 to our goal! Our fundraiser ends tomorrow at midnight. Help us make it to the finish line!

Look how close we are to meeting our fundraising goal! Just $205 away. Would you make a donation to help get us there?

Hey if you’re one of the 10,000-ish people in Albany now riding a bike to get around, maybe encourage the city to do things that make it safer. More trails, more paths, less car-focused streets.

Time to announce our winner of $20 ABR bucks from the bike ID contest we ran all week! Thanks everyone who submitted answers, but only Noreen Prenty takes the cake! (Note: Picture for demonstration purposes only, ABR bucks exist only in our database and in your heart)

Even though we get mistaken for #TBR all the time, there's truly no other place like it. #BikeFest is cancelled, but they're not going anywhere with continued community support. Donatewhat you can. http://ow.ly/J3d250zoTsw

So, here it is: It probably comes as no surprise that BikeFest is cancelled (or at least postponed for the time being). We are sad and know you are too! Butttt..., you can still help out TBR and celebrate its phenomenal activities and culture of mutual aid by donating to our fundraiser: https://www.gofundme.com/f/troy-bike-rescue-fundraiser. We're trying to raise $20,000 to ensure we are stronger than ever when we re-open. You can read more about how those funds will go to work at the gofundme site. Some folks are receiving stimulus checks right now that they don't need. If you're one of those people, please consider donating part of that check to us! Here's the video that tells you why TBR is awesome and why you should donate: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=sDyxL0CySS4&feature=emb_logo In the meantime, we are coming up with a plan so that we can continue to get people bikes, receive donations of bikes, and minimally support people with a mobile parts and tools shop. Stay tuned for announcements on all of that. Also, we joined this super COVID mutual aid initiative CDNY Covid-19 Mutual Aid and want you all to know about it and sign up to be part of it too! Thank you dear TBR family!

Alright all you last chance Larrys and Lauries, the FINAL challenge. Veteran mechanics scoff in the face of those who've never used one, and if you know what it is you might earn yourself $20 ABR Bucks, just send us a message! If you answered yesterday's challenge correctly you can literally get bent....because it's a derailleur hanger alignment tool!

The penultimate Obscure Bike Objects challenge. There's $20 in ABR bucks (or 1.16 barrels of crude oil, if you prefer) hanging on your answer, so hit our inbox! Could be that the hint for yesterday's answer was a bit strong. Crank Bros Egg Beater pedals is correct!

Today's esoteric bicycle object challenge. If you've been #QuarantineBaking you're probably thinking, 'yeah I could beat eggs with those bad boys,' and yeah you probably could. They also have a bike-related use. What is it? Answer to yesterday's post: The truth, the whole truth, and nothing but the truth. It's a wheel truing stand.

Hey, you! Looking for a bike? Let us know what you need by using our new Find a Bike tool. If we see something that fits in our repair queue, we'll let you know. http://www.albanybikerescue.org/find-a-bike.html

The all-seeing eye of the shop. Definitely a design Lord Sauron would approve of, but what is it? Message your answer for a chance to win $20 in ABR bucks! And the answer to yesterday's post: If you're thinking of going tubeless you'll definitely want one because it's a valve core remover made by Park Tool - as are many of the best things in life.

Today's Obscure Bike Part is actually not a part, but a tool! What does it do? DM your answer! Avril Lavigne fans and all Sk8ers know the answer to yesterday's post beacuse it's a cable guide for gyro brakes, commonly found on BMX bikes. If you got it right, treat yourself to a bar spin.

Alright alright alright...this week we'll be posting some pictures of obscure bike parts/tools. Whoever can identify them will be entered to win $20 ABR bucks (that's 1:1 USD value). As a little teaser: What the heck is this, and what kind of bike does it belong on? Practice round, feel free to comment if you know.

#SpringCleaning is always better with a sonic cleaner. Need some parts for your bike? Like, real shiny ones? Let us know!

That feeling when your new bike matches your scrubs. We'll call it "Essential Pastel." Thanks Vanessa for your work, and for adopting from ABR!

"How do I look happy about the bike with the mask on?" IDK, but I think she got the message across. If you need a bike or repair help, shoot us a message and we'll connect you with a volunteer, and you too can look this happy.