The SSJNN Bike Program is becoming the Erie Bicycle Cooperative! We’re all about more people on bikes, and we welcome your input, ideas, and participation.
If you like what we’re doing and would like to support us: Volunteering at the shop, donating bicycles or dollars, and attending our classes and events are all much appreciated.
Erie Bike Co-op
Mission
Our mission is to make bicycle transportation accessible to all people by:
Providing low-cost and free refurbished bicycles to children and adults.
Offering education and mechanical support in bicycle repair and maintenance.
Building and supporting a mutually sustaining community of cyclists through safety workshops, group rides, and bicycle centered events.
More people on bikes
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Frequently Asked Questions
📍 Where are you located?
Our shop is located at 436 E 26th St, Erie, PA 16504
Enter next to the garage doors at the north-side of the parking lot.
The door is marked Erie Bike Co-op. (We share a building with SSJNN’s east side office.)
🕰️ When are you open?
Bicycle donations received during any of hours below
Open to the public on
Wednesdays 12pm-4pm,
Thursdays 4pm-8pm,
and Saturdays 10am-2pm
Do you sell or give away bikes?
Yes, our goal is to make quality used bikes accessible to anyone needed reliable transportation.
We have fully repaired mid-range bikes priced at $45, three volunteer hours, or a combination of hours and dollars.
Our earn-a-bike program is a great way to receive a bike without spending money while spending a couple hours learning to fix it up yourself. Please arrive during the first hour of each session for earn-a-bike, and limited to mechanics available. This often takes 3-4 hours of your time.
Kid’s bikes are available for $45, three volunteer hours, or a combination of hours and dollars.
Our shop bikes are high quality and specialty bikes priced at half of their current value, ranging from $80-$450 with most between $100-200.
If you need a bike, stop by during open hours to see what’s available.
Do you accept bike donations?
Yes — we gratefully accept all used bikes. You can drop off bikes during open hours, or make a donation appointment by emailing us.
Can I drop off parts, like training wheels or accessories?
Yes! During open hours.
Do you offer bike repairs?
We can help you learn how to fix your own bikes with our tools and support. Stay tuned for more formal classes in the future!
🔧 Can I volunteer to help at the bike shop?
We’re a volunteer-run project, whether you have bike mechanic skills or not. Stop by during open hours to find out more.
🚲 Do you have bikes for kids or specific sizes?
We receive a variety of bikes, including children’s bikes, mountain bikes, cruisers, and road bikes.
Our stock changes all the time, so the best way to check is to visit in person. We’re basically a thrift store.
💖 How can I support the Bike Co-op?
Donate bikes or parts
Volunteer your time
Spread the word to friends and neighbors
Make a financial donation to help us continue our work
💬 I called and didn’t get an answer.
We are a volunteer crew who spend most of our time working on bicycles. The best way to reach us is to stop by the shop during open hours. We will try to return your email, but it may take a few days or more. We will probably not call you back if you call our google voice number, try email or in person please.
