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Found out last night being part of a "cool" bike group and owning a bike has it's privileges!( $12.cover reduced to $5) if you didn't stay to hear White Ghost Shivers you missed out on a great band and good times!!

Have a wonderful weekend!

Peace

#1 Stephanie on 2008-09-19 16:43 (Reply)

Hi! I am new to your club and have been lucky enough to so far have Steve S. agree to restore my 1960 girls Schwinn back to the great bike it was (it was the original bike I learned on) when he has time. I brought my bike to your Bikefest this weekend and was totally impressed by the friendliness with which I was greeted---one problem for me and I need some help--do you ever have a singles get together of Coaster members? I saw a lot of couples and famalies there, but I really need to hook up with a nice guy to cruise with! I have tried all the regular outlets and to no avail! I am 57, look pretty good for my age, work at the P.O. and have weekends off. Love motorcycles, bikes, travel, just having fun and passionate about life! If anyone wants to respond (or you have a potential person you know of that might enjoy a"coasting" buddy) please let me know. Hope this is acceptable as a "comment"--but girls just want to have fun--and NOT alone! Looking forward to hearing from any and all! Thanks! Diane

#2 Diane Parrett on 2008-09-29 12:50 (Reply)

Please join us this Thursday at the ShamRock Lounge for our Pub Pedal around 7 to 7:30 pm. I am single, too, and know how hard it is to meet like-minded people. Look for the guy riding the satin black Electra.

#2.1 Bob "Lectra Man" Swanson on 2008-09-30 14:02 (Reply)

Bob- Thanks so much for the reply. Unfortunately I work nights (3:15 p.m. until 11:45 p.m.) M-F. Sometimes I can take off a Thursday night, but not this week. I leave on vacation to Dallas for 4 days starting this Sat. Do you ever bike anywhere on a weekend? I would be available on Sunday Oct. 12th. Usually I am free any weekend pretty much...just so happens that the next couple involves vacation time and the Columbus Day holiday. Also, if you would like a picture of me I would be happy to send one to your e-mail. Thanks again! Look forward to hearing back from you. Are there many other singles besides us that go to the events? Have a good day! Diane

#2.1.1 Diane Parrett on 2008-10-01 00:40 (Reply)

Well, your not gonna believe this, but I bought a bike this morning! I got in my truck to go to work, and noticed the neighbors were setting up stuff for a garage sale, I wandered over and bought a nice 26" cruiser for $20 Now I finally have something I can Rat Rod.

#3 Grillmaster Mitch on 2008-10-03 12:00 (Reply)

Great! Holler if you need anything.
Here's a good website if you need advice or ideas http://ratrodbikes.com

#3.1 Randy on 2008-10-03 18:55 (Reply)

PIX!, we need PIX! What didja git? PIX and specs, I guess. $20 sounds like a good price, but what didja git?

Randy-- great link!

#4 Steve on 2008-10-03 20:29 (Reply)

Ill definetly get some pics here soon, Its actually a pretty neat bike, Im not real familiar with the Schwinn brand, but it looks pretty old, but well taken care of, I got to looking and its got some number stamped under the crank.... G478879

#5 Grillmaster Mitch on 2008-10-04 17:37 (Reply)

Web Page for dating Chicago built Schwinn bikes: www.bunchobikes.com/serialnumber2.htm
Looks like a 1950 November model

#5.1 Ed A on 2008-10-06 20:30 (Reply)

Well here are a few pics... Never knew Schwinn made a Westport?
http://members.cox.net/zclothier/bike/bike1.jpg

and here is a sneak peek of whats happening to it...
http://members.cox.net/zclothier/bike/bike5.jpg

#6 Grillmaster Mitch on 2008-10-06 12:12 (Reply)

Neat, Mitch. Congrats, and have fun. Carful sitting down though.
http://members.cox.net/zclothier/bike/bike5.jpg

#6.1 Steve on 2008-10-07 14:25 (Reply)

Oh BTW, I have a 16" Schwinn Stingray (new style) that Im using for parts... so far all I have used is the front forks and wheel. I still have the frame, crank, rear tire & wheel, seat, and misc small stuff. If anyone needs any of these parts, I would be willing to trade for anything I might need for my "Rat" project.

Stuff I need... Setback style seat post, maybe a cool set of handlebars, pedals, grips, etc.

#7 Grillmaster Mitch on 2008-10-06 12:21 (Reply)

I have a very old bike,in my garden,that is probably 30-35 years old,and thought if anyone there could use it for parts,you are welcome to it,FREE.
I Can not find a name plate on it,but maybe I don't know where to look for it.
It really is not in bad condition considering it has been outside so long.

#8 Barbara on 2008-10-17 20:12 (Reply)

Times are hard and people are desperate! Please keep in mind to obscure views of your valuables from prying eyes. It doesn't matter if you lock doors. My bicycle and tools were stolen from my garage and the local PD could care less. The serial numbers are only handy if it's pawned at a reputable place or if you come across the stolen items.

#9 Bret Stearns on 2008-12-16 20:35 (Reply)

Brett, sorry to hear about your losses.

#9.1 Randy on 2008-12-17 17:33 (Reply)

We just got back from Crested Butte/Monarch, we being, Stephanie, me, Randy Croley, Mark, and Teresa.
The skiing was fantastic! But even better(well not really but this is the Coaster site) is that Crested Butte, and Gunnison, is Old School Klunker heaven.
It snowed every day and was cold, 17 degrees, but folks were out and about on the pedals. They did have studded tires, so no slippy.
I'll get the pics from Randy to post to prove it.
Maybe a Coasters trip to CB needs to be planned, winter or summer.

#10 Bill Johnson on 2008-12-17 10:23 (Reply)

It was my first time skiing ! Fun, beautiful and great company! Bikes everywhere...

Hope to see everyone soon

Peace on Earth

#10.1 Stephanie Aguilera on 2008-12-17 17:26 (Reply)

Glad you all had a nice trip. This summer we were in Salida, Cripple Creek, Gunnison and Leadville which were full of cruiser bikes (old and new). Of course Ft Collins (home of Tour De Fat) is the same way. I've never been in winter though.
I'm hoping we can all try again to meet up at the TDF next year.

#10.2 Randy (Homepage) on 2008-12-17 17:34 (Reply)

Welcome home Snow bunnies. Glad to know you all made it back safe and sound. Skiing is fun or at least it used to be. It has been a very long time since I've been. Can't wait to hear details. Happy Holidays!

#10.3 Nova (Homepage) on 2008-12-21 20:10 (Reply)

I am the Director of the Black Hills Fat Tire Festival held in Rapid City, SD. We have been looking to ad a classic bike component to the festival. You guys seem to have it down. It would be great if some of you could come up this spring. We would sure work with you if you got a group to come this way. Check out the website and get back to me if interested.

#11 Jerry (Homepage) on 2009-01-24 17:28 (Reply)

hey everyone, rod taylor from the cycle staion, wants to have a spring bike show at his shop at senca/maple.So anyone interrested please contact me at choctaw hembree@yahoo.com. Im pretty sure that we may have the show sometime in early may. so get on your bikes and ride.

#12 bradley hembree on 2009-01-30 16:20 (Reply)

Let me know the details once they're worked out and I'll post it on the site.

#12.1 Randy on 2009-01-31 16:37 (Reply)

Wash your car and benefit Kyle Hicks. Daron, Coasters friend and owner of the Conference Bike, sent this...

#13 Randy on 2009-01-31 10:20 (Reply)

Has anyone ever attended the "Ann Arbor Classic Bicycle Show? www.ann-arbor-bicycleshow.com It is scheduled for April 26, 2009 and advertises 7000 display bikes and 250 vendors. Long trip for a one day event, but looks like a bike show on steroids.

#14 Ed A on 2009-02-08 12:00 (Reply)

Just had to add a comment to publicly thank Steve Stang for the absolutely beautiful job he did on restoring my 1960 rose/white Schwinn girl's bike. He returned it to me yesterday...and...it was truly like stepping back in time when he unloaded it and I saw it. It was the original bike I learned on and I remember my dad running alongside me, holding on, while I (with my training wheels firmly afixed) went round and round the court we lived on in Michigan. He did a beautiful job, and took a bike from years of abuse (spray paint, dents, house paint,scuffs and rust) and made it into a true thing of beauty. Anyone having a bike that needs to be refurbished--Steve is your man! He researched, scouted out, dug up, invented, created and hired out everything possible to fulfil my dream of seeing her returned to her original beauty. Thanks so much Steve----words can't express what you've given back to me. Diane Parrett

#15 Diane Parrett on 2009-03-30 12:27 (Reply)

Diane,
I saw your bicycle over at his place and it's truely a winner. He did a great job and I hope to see you out with us riding soon. Good job Steve.

#16 Erick (Homepage) on 2009-04-02 02:35 (Reply)

Thanks Erick! Wish I had Thursday nights off for your crawls....oh well. I will try to make some things this summer. Steve you're the man!! Diane

#16.1 Diane Parrett on 2009-04-02 09:18 (Reply)

Our band "SUITE 68" is hosting
Hog Roast and Kegger's!!!
$5.00
June 6th Behind Garrison Tire
S. Hillside, Wichita
Bands, Pork, Beer
More info later....
bring your bikes and friends

#17 Ray Galvan on 2009-05-11 22:42 (Reply)

So did anyone here get the Daisy tandem and other 2 old bikes in Newton? If so congrats!

#18 Randy (Homepage) on 2009-06-28 08:16 (Reply)

HEY----Is anyone interested in going to Oklahoma City on Oct 11 to be a part of their Gravity Race ? I need 10 or 12 BIG GUYS (or strong girls) to push start my entries. This race is a charity event put on by "Rebuilding Together". You can find info on the web under OKC Gravity Race or something like that. The race is a "push start" using 4 people to push each car. Another crew member is required at the bottom of the hill plus the driver making it 12 people for 2 entries. Crew members will receive custom tee shirts. My cars have been accepted to race (big deal) & I need to round up crews for each of them asap to get everyone registered. Is there any interest out there or am I just barking at the moon ? Also the race at Sand Springs (near Tulsa) is the day before. That race does NOT require pushers. Anyone out there want to bring a car to that one?

#19 Thad on 2009-08-19 23:54 (Reply)

(Thanks Randy for the use of your web page) For info on the Oklahoma gravity races at Tulsa & OKC, google "Sand Springs Derby" for Tulsa & "OKC Construction Derby" for Ok City. Rules vary for the races. If you want to be a pusher for the OKC race please email me at geech34@cox.net or call at 316-706-6364. OKC requires a 4 man push off the line for 15 feet. I need to get crew members registered ASAP. Thanks to the guys who volunteered last night. If you have an entry I can haul it to the race for you. Sand Springs had 137 cars last year, OKC had 45. This will be a great time to get ideas for your next build. Lets race------------

#20 Thad on 2009-08-28 09:19 (Reply)

More about the OKC race----see rebuildingtogetherokc for awards, rules, etc. We can use this event to promote the Coasters. Anyone out there have the means to make a large banner, decals, shirts, flyers or whatever ? These could also be used at the Festival. OCTOBER 10 & 11---coming soon

#21 Thad on 2009-08-31 09:43 (Reply)

This is really short notice, but there is a charity ride today, Sunday October 3rd, at 3:00 pm.

Details here: http://media.photobucket.com/image/recent/houndstoothdesign/CourageousCogs.jpg

Sorry for the short notice. I found out about it Tuesday and kept forgetting to post the notice.

#22 Ty on 2009-10-03 12:04 (Reply)

Bike as Art show in Phildelphia as listed on Bicycling web page. Looks like a neat show.

http://www.bicycling.com/cycling_history/home.html

#23 Ed on 2009-10-09 08:35 (Reply)

Thanks for sharing that.

#23.1 Randy (Homepage) on 2009-10-09 10:22 (Reply)

After watching the show "Parking wars" which I believe is based on the parking situation in Philadelphia.... I wont be attending!! but thanks for posting.

#24 Grillmaster mitch on 2009-10-09 22:14 (Reply)

10/22/2009-TONIGHT I RIDE!!!!!!
LETS GET OUT THERE!!!!

#25 Tom Strutz on 2009-10-22 17:11 (Reply)

We can't make it tonight but will be there next Thursday for Hallowheelie.

#26 Randy (Homepage) on 2009-10-22 17:53 (Reply)

On HDnet a show called Art Mann Presents - Hard Cider Bike Ride. It's Sacramento's Turkey Day ride.
Airs next on 12/12 at 9:00pm Central time and then again several other times through out the month.

#27 Randy (Homepage) on 2009-12-11 07:54 (Reply)

Hey, does anybody know if the Coasters are in the Riverfest parade? I have not heard anything, and tomorrow April 9 at 5:00 is the deadline for entries.

#28 dan on 2010-04-08 22:00 (Reply)

I haven't heard of anyone entering us.
I just assumed we were no longer entering because they always seem to have a problem with us. Just recall hearing talk to that effect after last year's parade. I don't know anything for sure.

#29 Randy (Homepage) on 2010-04-08 22:26 (Reply)

what kind of problems, maybe we need a city official to help get us in.

#30 David Laws on 2010-04-09 20:58 (Reply)

I just recall hearing someone say that the parade officials were getting on to us to hurry up, stay closer together or something. Never heard it first hand myself.

#30.1 Randy (Homepage) on 2010-04-09 21:31 (Reply)

I never got the notice in the mail and I guess if nobody did, they have officially not invited us. I'm OK with it, they were not happy with us last year.

Coasters Bicycle Club = Too BIG for the river festival.

lol

#31 erick on 2010-04-10 00:59 (Reply)

Ya'll ready for some downhill mayhem? The race Jeep is rebuilt and ready, any takers?

#32 Darren on 2010-04-13 20:58 (Reply)

If your looking for downhill mayhem, I suggest you race Cody, safest place would be out in front since he is the new chief guardrail inspector! lol

#33 grillmaster mitch on 2010-04-14 11:34 (Reply)

I just had to make sure that they were up to par they held up well but didn't try much on the side you tested last year LOL

#33.1 Cody on 2010-04-15 21:01 (Reply)

Don't forget tomorrow, May 21, 2010 is National Bike to Work Day.

#34 Kristen (Homepage) on 2010-05-20 11:50 (Reply)

We are going to have a little get together of old school or new school bicycles tonight 05/28/10 at Si Senor Mexican grill starting at 6 pm it is located at 803 N West Street..it is our first get together that we kind of just threw together to kick off summer.. If you know anyone else who shares our love for old bicycles please invite them too

thanks

Israel Villa

#35 Israel Villa on 2010-05-28 14:47 (Reply)

Not gonna make that one, gonna be right down the street at Central & West street for the Friday night CARSHOW, taking a few bikes down there

#35.1 Brad Wisdom (Homepage) on 2010-05-28 18:04 (Reply)

Israel, Thanks for the invite as it sounds right up I & my Mrs. alley. Unfortunatly, we have previous plans . Going have to check out the Si Senior Mexican grill aint no doubt!!!
1# fan of south of the border cusine.

#36 Bob H on 2010-05-28 17:52 (Reply)

For anybody that's interested. My bike journey from Wichita to Austin, TX starts tomorrow and I've started a blog! Have fun this summer, Coasters! http://sejodiolabicicleta.tumblr.com/

#37 Cardboard Box Ryan on 2010-06-07 18:46 (Reply)

Good luck Ryan & be safe!

#37.1 Randy (Homepage) on 2010-06-07 21:08 (Reply)

I noticed a post on Craigs list of a "Hutchinson swap meet" this 4th of july weekend @ the state fair grounds.
What I posted is all I know of the event.
Just a heads up ...

#38 Bob on 2010-07-02 13:14 (Reply)

FYI I contacted the "poster" It is $7 @ the gate to see the Hutch Rod run car show & swap meet.

#39 Bob on 2010-07-02 17:50 (Reply)

I just talked to Mitch about the 'Art of the Bicycle' show. The Swap Meet will be Saturday July 31. The show this year will include some good art work & a different way to display the bikes---sounds great. Mitch is putting a lot of time & effort into this show. It is an excellent opportunity to promote the hobby & have a good time doing it.

#40 Thad on 2010-07-11 22:22 (Reply)

Alright... Momma told me tommorow is the 18th and that I need to get my bike all shined up and take it to the Go Away Garage so that it can be hung so people can look at how cool it is..... I just wanted to be a good lad and let everybody know that its the final day to take your bikes down as well... Get yer art and yer bikes and get yer butts down to 508 S Commerce...

#41 Cheney Winchester on 2010-07-17 21:28 (Reply)

I don't think it's the final day to take bikes but don't wait until the last minute, I'm taking some tomorrow. Sounds like it will be a great show this year & there is an ad on CL that shows a lot of stuff coming to the swap meet.

#42 Thad on 2010-07-18 18:43 (Reply)

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