Bikes Not Bombs Communications Help Needed, May 15, 2005

Bob Salow, WA1IDA, writes:

[It’s] short notice, but it’s important that we continue this community service. Last year, the non-profit organization, Bikes Not Bombs (BNB) realized that ham radio was the way to support riders on the three courses in and around Greater Boston. BNB rehabilitates bicycles and provide them to youths here and abroad. Their present focus locally is to help kids learn mechanics and safety and get to own a bike they work on. The health advantages of bike riding are proven.

There will be concurrent 15, 25 and 62 mile rides on Sunday, 15 May 2005. More than 185 riders are expected. All three rides start near Jamaica Pond, but we will meet at 0800 at a secure parking area in Roxbury Crossing to be transported to the start or to assignments. We have been asked to staff rest stops, follow vehicles and a few shadows. There will be no assignments on the streets.

The shorter courses should be finished by 1400, and the long course should finish by 1630. All finishes are at Mississippi’s Restaurant where an excellent gourmet dinner will be provided.

We want to make a good showing at this local event and demonstrate the community value of ham radio. If you can help for this event, please respond with the following information as soon as possible.

Full name
On-air name
Call sign
Postal mailing address (including 9-digit ZIPcode)
Evening phone
Day phone
Cell phone
Email address
Does your 2-meter radio have CTCSS (PL)?
Do you have a dual-band radio?
Do you have a magnetic mount antenna?

Because of the limited time, let me know as soon as you can. Questions? Just ask.

Bob Salow, WA1IDA
wa1ida@arrl.net
508.650.9440