it's been a busy year so far

Sometimes real life gets in the way of goals.  We had intended to post some type of regular blog focused about life on the road.  The problem is when you're on the road there isn't much time to peck out something meaningful and interesting.  We resort to Twitter and Instagram for those quick flashes of what's going on.

I read the PBMA Facebook page and comment here and there.  I check in on the Forum and see it's not as well used as intended.  We built it because people asked for it.  Some of those people don't even use it!  

We put out a newsletter that has a lot of information about what's going on with the PBMA as well as some things that could help to bolster your business.  It's discouraging to read that someone thinks we are doing all these top secret things...  Some things are meant to be kept secret due to the sensitive nature of their development.  Other things are openly discussed in the newsletters which you can go back and read if you've deleted those emails or marked them as spam.

What's been going on is about 50,000 miles of air travel in the first 6 months of the year (and thats only accounting for my travel).  A mixture of meetings with important partners, working on valuable relationships for the PBMA and mechanics.  Top that off with my desire to be able to feed and house myself I've worked a handful of races with a few more yet to come!

If you're on the fence about Interbike, I'd encourage you to come.  Maybe it'll be the last time ever that you go to Vegas, maybe you've never been... what I know is that the PBMA has a lot to talk about including certification, training and education.  

We've put a lot of time and effort into bringing a bunch of manufacturers together in three different parts of the country (again something that many asked for).  We have spent countless hours working with partners to develop a logical certification system that accounts for prior knowledge.  We've spent way too much time in an aluminum tube flying all over!

If you're wondering what the PBMA is doing, ask.  Posting it on Facebook is a way to ask but probably won't get you an answer with any official element attached to it.  There are almost 9,000 people in that group all with an opinion and idea.  Our role is to look at the averages and strive to find something of value within that can suit and help all.  Email us, find us at Interbike, or pop a letter in the mail.  Facebook is convenient, I won't argue, if you're seeking a direct answer from the PBMA it's the worst.  Email us or find us in person at the next event you'll attend.

The PBMA isn't hiding or conducing business in secret.  We published our 2016 P&L which nobody else does.  We have attended almost every cycling industry event that has occurred so far this year.  If you follow our social media or Facebook business page it would be very easy for you to see, understand and know whom we spoke to and where we wend.  We are here to be seen and talk with you.  All 9 Board Members are here working hard on your behalf for a brighter, better and more profitable future.

​We will see you next week at Interbike!