Honeybee Moves to the CBD
A$4,560
of $3,500 targetyrs ago
Successful on 9th Apr 2016 at 11:00AM.
If someone asked me about my plans to open a bike shop three years ago, I would have said that is was only a dream.
Luckily enough, Renew Adelaide cottoned onto my dream and soon after, Honeybee Cycles was born on St Vincent Street in Port Adelaide. Since opening in August 2014, I have received and continue to receive loyal customer support as I offer affordable services and repairs with a focus on community-minded service for everybody, especially commuters and those who are new to cycling and cycling culture.
My dream for creating Honeybee came from a desire to build a space where people could seek help to get their bikes up and running at an affordable price. Honeybee's vision is to help generate one less car trip per week, with a bike commute. I set out to achieve this goal by offering affordable services and repairs and to create a fun interaction with people and bikes by hosting free community rides and Pop-Up-Cinemas from Honeybee.
Now, almost two years down the track, I'm ready to start a new adventure in the Adelaide CBD. it's been an epic adventure in the Port, but this is an exciting opportunity not to be missed - a new, busier and more accessible environment and an opportunity to grow the community and business. This move has been on the cards ever since I returned from my solo cycle touring extravaganza in Thailand (riding from Chaing Mai to Chaing Khong and from Chiang Mai South to Nakhon Sawan).
However, I'm needing a little help and support to get there, as the relatively small cost of moving the business is still a struggle for my small project. Hopefully, with a little community help, I can give back as much, or more, than I get through this Pozible.
How The Funds Will Be Used
This move has sprung up considerably quickly, and I need a little help to get the ball rolling. The funds from this Pozible will go towards:
- First three months rent (up front)
- Moving costs
- New shop fit-out and facade: recycled wood, painting, tools, fixtures, labour and materials
- First three months rent (up front)
- Moving costs
- New shop fit-out and facade: recycled wood, painting, tools, fixtures, labour and materials
The Challenges
The biggest challenge to this move is the step away from an umbrella organisation and entering into a commercial lease, both financially and market-wise. It means taking bigger risks and setting up systems
The budget for this project is tight and this is the biggest challenge for me - it could easily flow over when it comes to materials and labour. Time frame is also a challenge, as some materials may not be available as easily as expected. The more help I acquire from this Pozible, the more room Honeybee has for any circumstantial errors that may occur.
Another challenge is that the move could blow out over budget or recycled materials may not be available readily, and the time frame for the move may obstruct our getting our hands on some materials at such short notice.
Finally, any opening time lost for Honeybee is a challenge - the financial losses will accrue if Honeybee needs to stay closed longer than expected due to the move. This Pozible is to help cover these losses, and hopefully we can garner enough support to help us through any opening time the shop may lose.
The budget for this project is tight and this is the biggest challenge for me - it could easily flow over when it comes to materials and labour. Time frame is also a challenge, as some materials may not be available as easily as expected. The more help I acquire from this Pozible, the more room Honeybee has for any circumstantial errors that may occur.
Another challenge is that the move could blow out over budget or recycled materials may not be available readily, and the time frame for the move may obstruct our getting our hands on some materials at such short notice.
Finally, any opening time lost for Honeybee is a challenge - the financial losses will accrue if Honeybee needs to stay closed longer than expected due to the move. This Pozible is to help cover these losses, and hopefully we can garner enough support to help us through any opening time the shop may lose.
Love and support!
A small donation will get you everlasting love and gratitude from Honeybee Cycles and ensure we get on our way to an exciting new chapter!
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Est. delivery is May 16
Sticker pack
A Honeybee Cycles sticker pack for all your sticking needs.
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Est. delivery is Apr 16
Honeybee Goodie Bag
A Honeybee Cycles sticker pack for all your sticking needs + A Honeybee fabric patch to make your bag or clothes look great and a badge for good pinning times All designs by Lisa and Helen Phillips
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Est. delivery is Apr 16
Honeybee Cycles tee
A Honeybee tee - locally designed and printed All designs by Lisa and Helen Phillips
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Bike service + Goodie Bag
A Honeybee Cycles sticker pack for all your sticking needs + A Honeybee fabric patch to make your bag or clothes look great and a badge for good pinning times + One bike service voucher for use at Honeybee Cycles All designs by Lisa and Helen Phillips
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Est. delivery is Apr 16
Service, Tee + Goodie Bag
A Honeybee fabric patch to make your bag or clothes look great and a badge for good pinning times + A Honeybee tee - locally designed and printed + A bike service voucher for use at Honeybee Cycles All designs by Lisa and Helen Phillips
7 chosen
Est. delivery is Apr 16
$200 voucher + Tee
A Honeybee tee - locally designed and printed + A $200 voucher to spend at the new Honeybee Cycles All designs by Lisa and Helen Phillips
6 chosen / 4 available
Est. delivery is Apr 16
$200 Voucher and Service
A bike service voucher for use at Honeybee Cycles + A $200 voucher to use at the new Honeybee Cycles store
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Est. delivery is Apr 16