Mission
We aim to support the growth of the cycling community in Calgary. We empower cyclists by facilitating the development of bike maintenance skills, providing a space with tools to work on bikes, and encouraging cycling through bike-focused activities.
Founded in 2008, Bike Root is a student-run community bicycle shop located at the University of Calgary. The workspace and tools are available to all of our members, but unlike a conventional bike shop, our focus is to empower Bike Root members, providing them with the skills needed to repair their bikes themselves, rather than only providing a repair service. A knowledgeable volunteer is often on hand to help guide you, while our fully equipped bike shop will provide you with all of the tools and parts necessary to get the job done. Opportunities are always available to be hands-on repairing bicycles, any time the shop is open. Feel free to come in and start working on one of the extra bikes! In short, no matter your skill level, we aim to give you the tools and knowledge you will need to keep you and your bike on the road.
The Team
President: Austin Sersen
Major: Urban Studies
Extracurriculars: Live Video Producer/Director for Dinos hockey and soccer, 7-Eleven/Esso attendant for additional income, Volunteer at CSC’s video ministry, full time student, and on top of all of that, Korean language learner when time permits. Proud season ticket holder with both the Calgary Stampeders and Calgary Roughnecks!
Favourite Wing Flavour: 고추장 (Korean spicy red pepper sauce)
VP Communications: Avery Bexson
Major: Physical Geography
Extracurriculars: Running, Hiking, and Plants
Favourite Wing Flavour: Dill Pickle
VP External: Tim Jacobs
Major: Urban Studies
Extracurriculars: Woodworking, Squash, and biking (shocker!)
Favourite Wing Flavour: Tie between Barbecue and Honey mustard
VP Shop Operations: Alex Scheer
Major: Urban Studies
Extracurriculars: Bike Root and generally vibing
Favourite wing flavour: Oh man, variety is really key here, but you can never go wrong with a good spicy honey garlic or even just a quality BBQ sauce. Caribbean Jerk for an occasional treat.
VP Sales: Grant Mansiere
Major: Bachelor of Commerce
Extracurriculars: Bikes, Hardstyle, and Longboards.
Favourite Wing Flavour: I have never had wings.
VP Internal: Samuel Agostini
Major: Urban Studies
Extra Curriculars: Cycling, Gaming, and Movies
Favourite Wing Flavour: Whiskey Maple Barbecue

