Institute Mission

Promote the Teaching and Learning of Metallurgical Arts

Produce Odd Bikes

Have Fun While Engaged in the Above!

Oh, Come On Now! What is this, Really?

40th is an Institute for two reasons.

First, so that people would feel comfortable donating old bikes, scrap metal, tools, etc. (The main ingredient for odd bikes is old bikes.)

Secondly, so that people would feel more invited to come and work their projects here. What sounds better? “I’m going to work on my 18 seat tandem at the Institute.” or, “I’m going to work on my Roman slave bike at Shawn’s garage.”