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Copake NY bicycle swap meet pictures pt.2

A hobby horse, precursor to the what we know as the bicycle. The rider would straddle the bicycle, and push along, it was before they employed pedals and drivetrains and tires and . . .you get the idea.All the bells and whistles on this Monark Silver King. What a beautiful late 1930s aluminum bicycle.A mid … Continue reading Copake NY bicycle swap meet pictures pt.2

Perkiomen trail ride

Nice 99.5 mile ride yesterday that included some great miles on the Perkiomen trail. It's nice to ride on gravel road closed off to cars. Sure it is relatively flat, but the slower pace because of the surface let's the surroundings sink in. - Posted using BlogPress from my iPhone

Copake NY bicycle swap meet pictures pt.1

Here is the first series of interesting bicycles found at Copake Auctions annual swap meet. The weather this year was absolutely beautiful.Unknown French build with modified Stronglight crankarms, Prior hubs, Lefol fenders, 650b wheels. Beautiful chrome bike, definitely in the "chrome bike club!'1930s? Stayer bike frame. BSA fits on it and wooden rear wheel. this … Continue reading Copake NY bicycle swap meet pictures pt.1