"Bicycles are a great way to get into shape, or just to enjoy a lazy afternoon stroll in the park. When you build your own contraption, it makes it even more enjoyable, in my opinion. There;s just something about feeling the cool breeze on a summer nite on something you have created with your hands.
My name is Jason Laurich and I live in Princeton, MN, and have been building bicycles for a few years now. Putting things together, and thinking through the challenges of a build is a great joy.
I even think it's a bit relaxing. The bikes in the picture were all built out of that love for "the trade".
We, (my three boys and I ), have been known to make that 10 mile trip to the Dairy Queen several times a month.
My greatest desire is to see kids enjoy the ride, so if you know anyone who might benefit from a bike (especially a tadpole), or they can't build one for whatever reason, please contact me at shockcycle@gmail.com.
Thanks, Jay
P.S. The yellow bike in the picture actually went to a 12yr old boy who had some ballance issues. When I delivered the bike to him, I had to make some adjustments. His dad and I gave him a push and he had the biggest smile. Priceless. His mom was in tears, and said she had never seen him ride a bike before.
Wow! It was then that I realized I was at the crossroad of where someone's talent met someone's need. What a cool place to be. Thanks soooooo much for inspiring me."
What a great story! Thanks for sharing, Jason. Hope it will inspire others to get building,
too. 
