first weeks in charlotte

i've been in charlotte now for just over two weeks. i've been working with habitat again which is great. i'm working with charles, my former supervisor, and ap, my former americorps teamate/current roomate. it's good work and i believe in the mission, but i miss being on my bike all day.
as for habitat, several crews have been out. the best so far has been the habitat re-store. the re-store sells donated construction supplies, home furnishings, appliances, and just about anything else you could ever want for your house (they sold a double-wide trailor a few months ago). all procededs going directly into building habitat houses. they're expecting to build between 10 and 12 in charlotte this year and are giving a full tithe to our sister affiliate in el salvador. as if that wasn't enough, they treat all their employees with the upmost respect, paying a living wage to everyone. plus they're alot of fun to have on site. if you're around, check out the site at 442 center st. and check out the restore and their coffee shop at 3815 latrobe st.
as for bikes, i've been out for a few decent rides here. jonathon dragged me all around south charlotte last thursday. i'm planning on getting some mountian rides in with james cole and hopefully will ride cannonball with terry sometime next week. drew at lucky cycles is building me up a new wheelset which i'm very excited about. the guys at the shop are giving me a terrific deal on the rims and labor which is the norm for lucky. if you're in charlotte stop by and give them some business (in southend past phat burrito). you're be very happy with the results and you'll have fun while you're there.