The BU Cycle Kitchen not only offers free instruction, but also a place for the university's cycling community to meet
Since opening last fall, BU Cycle Kitchen (BUCK) has been constantly visited by customers who offer free guidance on bicycle maintenance and repair. The shop is run by Jay “PQ” Diengott, manager of the BU Parking and Transportation Services Bicycle Program, who spent years cultivating expertise at a Boston bike shop before taking the helm at BUCK. Masu. The shop's services are free, but there are some caveats. You must do the work yourself. Anyone, including students, faculty and staff, is welcome to participate, regardless of technical ability. The goal is to create a non-intimidating environment where people feel confident in solving problems.
BUCK is located on West Campus (official address is 1019 Comm Ave., but entrance is on Babcock Street). So far, he's helped more than 900 people (flat tires are one of his most frequent problems) and fixed nearly 20 of his bikes abandoned in bike racks on campus, according to staff. It is estimated that
In just seven months, the space has already become a hub for BU’s cycling community. Diengott said it was rewarding to see students, faculty and staff often work together, and bringing people together in an informal community space fostered many interesting conversations.
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