Conference noted::bicycle

3193.0. "Looking for a Volunteer :)" by TNPUBS::KUKLA () Fri Mar 28 1997 15:03

    I'm looking for a volunteer who knows a lot about bicycles to
    participate in a product development program that is building a tool for
    finding and organizing information on the internet, newswires, mail
    systems etc.  
    
    I want to build something like a blueprint and layout of an information
    "thing" that will help an "expert" keep informed about developments in
    the world of bicycles but may also help a novice purchase a bike for
    the first time. 
    
    Initially I would need to spend an hour our two with the volunteer and
    see how it goes.  
    
    If more folks want to participate that is better for me (part of the
    design intent is to form communities of interest from those using the
    product).  
    
    I work in Littleton, MA so New England folks are perferred but others
    are not excluded.
    
    Why bicycles?
    
    I just bought my first bike in 25 years!  I had a 1970 Gitane.  I just
    bought a Trek 1220, '96.  So I just been through trying to understand
    the current technology.  I also visited a lot of different shops.  I
    ended up buying from Naults in Manchester NH.
    
    This conference was a great resource.
    
    The only thing I can promise the participants at this point is the 
    product itself when it comes out.
    
    thanks,
    chuck
    
    tnpubs::kukla
    [email protected]
    
                                         

    I won't mind helping out if it is not too muych time.
    My resume:
    - Started riding in 1970
    - worked in 4 shops throught high school and college
    - built 2 frames
    - taught numerous repair classes
    - former officer in local bike clubs
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    - Now own touring bike, road bike, 2 tandems and mountain bike
    regards
    steve
    ps: excuse spelling, I am using telnet with an editor problem

I am willing to help, though it seems steve fuller has many more
years experience (I was born in 1970.)  I have worked in 3 shops,
raced (road) for ~5 years.  Bicycle has been my primary transit
for ~15 years (yes, I ride to work, and for groceries etc.)  I
live in Westford, MA, work in LKG.

--roger

    I don't race, used to do time trials.  My commuting is very limited
    to a few times a summer.  So we could be a good match if he interviews
    us together.
    
    steve

    Thanks for the replies, I'll be in touch!