IT’S GO TIME: We need your help

We’ve been through the wringer, but we're finally seeing the light at the end of the tunnel when it comes to permitting and we're ready to build this bike park.

So, what's happened so far?

A lot.

Over the past several months we've crossed off some major milestones. Zoning is approved, the building has been cleaned and painted and we've moved all of the materials we saved from The Wheel Mill into their new home. We've built test ramps, finalized layouts, installed our WiFi, phones, security system and sound system, tackled utility work and even opened Pittsburgh's only BMX shop along the way.

Today, we're incredibly close to the finish line with permitting.

Our electrical, HVAC, plumbing and zoning permits have all been accepted. We've submitted the final requested revisions for our ADA and Life Safety plans and once those receive approval, we're officially full speed ahead.

It’s time to gear up. We're meeting with vendors, coordinating with our builders, organizing materials and preparing every detail so construction can begin the moment we get the green light.

We Need Your Help

Now comes the part where we ask for your support. With all the requirements to get our building up to code, our budget is pretty much shot. The building we’re in needed more updates than forecasted but in the long run this location will be part of our success.

On our bike shop website, you'll find a list of symbolic items that help fund the actual materials needed to build the park. Instead of making a traditional donation, you can "purchase" things like a sprinkler head, lumber, fasteners and other building supplies. Every symbolic purchase directly helps us buy the real materials needed to make this park a reality.

Every contribution gets us one step closer to opening the doors.

DONATE HERE

Where Your Money Has Gone

One thing we've always wanted to do is be completely transparent about this project. We hope sharing these numbers not only shows where your support is going, but also helps anyone who dreams of building a bike park in their own city understand just how massive an undertaking this really is.

Here's where we've invested funds so far:

  • Architects & Engineering: $49,766.00

    • We shopped multiple firms, negotiated pricing, and worked every angle to keep these costs as low as possible. Even so, this is where we landed.

  • Fire-rated garage door: $10,217.00

    • Required to separate the building into two fire zones.

  • Fire alarm system deposit: $13,900.00

  • Sound System: $1,118.25

  • Water fountains: $1,736.28

  • Lumber: $7,658.92

    • We purchased material early because of fluctuating lumber prices.

  • Utilities: Over $77,980.47

  • Insurance: $6,240.49

  • Outdoor Bike Racks (Mandated by Zoning): $1,898.75

  • Paint: $9,335.34

  • Concrete: $1,075.76

  • Dump Runs: $1,906.28

  • Bike Displays: $750.00

  • Bike Shop Tools: $650.00

  • Fasteners (so far): $2,549.86

  • Bike Shop Stock: $35,000

  • Shipping Containers: $12,000

  • Plumbing: $6,950

  • Other materials/Tools: $6,869.55

And that's just a snapshot. There are countless additional expenses from permit fees and inspections to equipment rentals and everything in between that continue to add up as we move toward construction.

We're committed to sharing this journey openly because this isn't just our bike park. It's something our entire community is helping build.

The next phase is the exciting one. The permits are almost complete, the plans are finalized, the builders are getting ready and soon this empty building will start transforming into the bike park we've all been dreaming about.

We're incredibly grateful to everyone who's supported us so far.

Let's build a bike park.

DONATE HERE

Where Your and our Money will go

While we've made incredible progress, there are still some major expenses ahead. We still have the full HVAC and fire sprinkler bills to pay and those will be significant. We also have portions of the fire alarm, electrical and plumbing work remaining, along with the rest of the building materials. On top of that, we'll need to bring in experienced ramp builders to help complete the project, as well as cover permit and inspection fees.

On the low end, it will take about $280,000 of additional spending to get this park open. Our crew is already investing another $125,000 into the project, bringing our total commitment to over $300,000 and 2 years of our lives. To help cover the remaining costs and get us across the finish line, we're looking to raise an additional $100,000.

Every donation, no matter the size, brings us one step closer to opening the park and creating a safe, welcoming and accessible place for everyone. Thank you for believing in this project and helping make it a reality.

Donation Packages

Don’t worry we’re going to hook you up with some swag and riding for helping us in this process. We appreciate anything you can do.

PACKAGE ONE: $100 Donation

  • 1 Woods Room T-shirt

  • Sticker Pack

PACKAGE TWO: $250 Donation

  • 1 Woods Room T-shirt

  • Sticker Pack

  • 1 Day Pass

PACKAGE THREE: $500 Donation

  • 1 Woods Room T-shirt

  • Sticker Pack

  • 1 Day Pass

  • 1 First Tracks Pass

  • 1 Small Piece of The Wheel Mill

  • 1 Mystery Gift

PACKAGE FOUR: $1,000 Donation

  • 2 Woods Room T-shirt

  • Sticker Pack

  • 5 Day Passes

  • 2 First Tracks Passes

  • 1 Medium Piece of The Wheel Mill

  • 2 Mystery Gifts

PACKAGE FOUR: $15,000 Donation

  • Unlimited Riding for Life

  • 5 Woods Room T-shirt

  • Sticker Pack

  • 15 Day Passes

  • 5 First Tracks Passes

  • 5 Mystery Gifts

  • 1 Large Piece of The Wheel Mill

Make sure to put a current email when you ring out. We’ll reach out via email for your shirt size.