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Troubadour Cycles is Brahm Ollivierre.
Born & raised in Edmonton, Alberta, I have been tinkering with bicycles for most of my life & have been working as a professional bicycle mechanic for the better part of the last decade. In 2012, I travelled to Portland, Oregon where I attended the United Bicycle Institute (UBI) & became a Certified Bicycle Mechanic and DT Swiss Wheel Builder. Shortly after returning from UBI, I decided to start up my own bike repair service called Troubadour Cycles.
Today, Troubadour Cycles is a successful independent mobile bicycle repair service that uses a basic SUV with a 4-bike hitch rack to pick up bikes for repairs. As business has increased, the limitations of our setup have become more apparent (limited capacity for parts & tools, bikes exposed to weather & potential collision damage on an external rack). With a vehicle upgrade, Troubadour Cycles can securely pick up more bikes simultaneously, carry increased parts selection, & provide more effective doorstep repairs, thereby reducing repair turn around times.
In the fall of 2015, we were excited to launch our line of hand-crafted bicycle accessories at The Royal Bison Craft and Art Fair. Our vision is to make functional accessories that add unique style and beauty to any bike. We make wooden fenders, crates, cycling caps and cloth bar-tape custom suited to each bike and rider. To continue creating these unique products and meet the customer demands, TC needs a workshop remodel, along with tool and website upgrades.
Please join Troubadour Cycles as we embark on a new phase that can benefit all who bike in our beautiful river city.
In joining our campaign you will contribute towards:
- An upgraded mobile repair vehicle with parts & tool storage, enclosed bike-rack, lock boxes and security features
- A workshop overhaul with increased woodworking and textile capabilities for producing hand-crafted bike accessories, including proper ventilation & tools
- Developing an online store and upgraded website services
How you can help:
1. Show your support by sharing the word - tell your friends, family and followers
2. Contribute funds and benefit from sweet rewards like discounted tuneups, t-shirts, and hand-crafted bike accessories
3. Jump on your bike and go for a ride!
Together we can have #YEG bicycles singing a fine tune.
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Troubadour Cycles on CTV w/ Dez Melenka
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You will receive a sticker, a personalized screen printed Poster/Thank You card, a handmade Troubadour Cycles cycling cap, and a $50 gift card. You will also become a member of the Troubadour Cycles Chain Gang, which gets you invites to special monthly group rides & maintenance clinics
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You will receive a set of ful coverage TC Wooden fenders! As well as a sticker, a personalized screen printed Poster/Thank You card, and a Troubadour Cycles T- Shirt! You will also become a member of the Troubadour Cycles Chain Gang, which gets you invites to special monthly group rides & maintenance clinics
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You will receive a sticker, a personalized screen printed Poster/Thank You card, a Troubadour Cycles T Shirt and FREE TUNE UP LABOUR FOR LIFE! You will also become a member of the Troubadour Cycles Chain Gang, which gets you invites to special monthly group rides & maintenance clinics
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You will receive a sticker, a personalized screen printed Poster/Thank You card, a Troubadour Cycles T- Shirt and a fully tuned, beautiful !980 Raleigh Sport city bike! *Only one available & limited to Edmonton area residents.* You will also become a member of the Troubadour Cycles Chain Gang, which gets you invites to special monthly group rides & maintenance clinics
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You will receive a sticker, a personalized screen printed Poster/Thank You card, a handmade Troubadour Cycles cycling cap, and a $50 gift card. You will also become a member of the Troubadour Cycles Chain Gang, which gets you invites to special monthly group rides & maintenance clinics
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You will receive a set of ful coverage TC Wooden fenders! As well as a sticker, a personalized screen printed Poster/Thank You card, and a Troubadour Cycles T- Shirt! You will also become a member of the Troubadour Cycles Chain Gang, which gets you invites to special monthly group rides & maintenance clinics
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You will receive a sticker, a personalized screen printed Poster/Thank You card, a Troubadour Cycles T Shirt and FREE TUNE UP LABOUR FOR LIFE! You will also become a member of the Troubadour Cycles Chain Gang, which gets you invites to special monthly group rides & maintenance clinics
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You will receive a sticker, a personalized screen printed Poster/Thank You card, a Troubadour Cycles T- Shirt and a fully tuned, beautiful !980 Raleigh Sport city bike! *Only one available & limited to Edmonton area residents.* You will also become a member of the Troubadour Cycles Chain Gang, which gets you invites to special monthly group rides & maintenance clinics
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