Question 1

Does Blackstone Bicycle Works offer drop-off repair services?

Accepted Answer

No. Blackstone operates on a teach-yourself model during Open Shop hours, where staff and volunteers help customers learn to fix their own bikes. Bicycles cannot be left at the shop.

Question 2

What does Blackstone Bicycle Works sell?

Accepted Answer

The shop carries a limited selection of essentials: brake and shift cables, housing, chain lubricant, and helmets. Items are available for purchase during Open Shop hours.

Question 3

What youth programs does Blackstone Bicycle Works run?

Accepted Answer

Blackstone offers in-school and after-school programs for ages 8–18, Earn-A-Bike after-school and summer camp sessions, a spring break camp, and a youth cyclocross racing team. Programs include instruction in bike mechanics, job skills, and life skills, plus components in science, arts, and gardening.

Question 4

How is Blackstone Bicycle Works connected to Experimental Station?

Accepted Answer

Blackstone Bicycle Works is a nonprofit program operated by Experimental Station, which was founded in 2002 and is based at 6100 S. Blackstone Avenue in Woodlawn. The Blackstone program itself celebrates over 20 years of serving youth and community on Chicago's South Side.

Question 5

Does Blackstone accept bike and parts donations?

Accepted Answer

Yes. Community members can drop off bicycles and bike accessories during Open Shop hours, or email shop@experimentalstation.org to arrange a different time. Donations support the organization's free youth and community programs.

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