Coasters Bicycle Club, Wichita, KS

Bicycle Bob In Critical Condition After Accident

nospam@example.com (Randy) — Tue, 27 Jul 2010 19:57:42 -0400

From what I have read Robert Hughes (aka Bicycle Bob) was riding his bike early Saturday morning on East Central when he was struck by a truck. The truck fled the the scene. The owner of the truck was later found and arrested. Mr Huges is in critical condition and being treated at Wesley Medical Center.

Read a 2008 article about "Bicycle Bob" here.

El Torreon Swap

nospam@example.com (Randy) — Mon, 26 Jul 2010 19:01:42 -0400

A few Coasters made the trip to Kansas City for the 10th annual El Torreon Swap Meet this past Sunday.

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Bicycle Art And Gravity Racing

nospam@example.com (Randy) — Mon, 19 Jul 2010 19:20:55 -0400

Thad sent these photos he took of Bicycle Art And Gravity Racing from a recent trip to Nebraska.

Coasters At Julyapalooza

nospam@example.com (Randy) — Sat, 10 Jul 2010 19:57:09 -0400

Big thanks to those Coasters who brought their classic bikes out to the Midwest Historical and Genealogical Society's first Julyapalooza. Also on display were antique motorcycles and cars.

View the photos here.

Thanks to Randy's Mom, Cameron E and Dave M for the photos.

2010 Art Of The Bicycle

nospam@example.com (Randy) — Thu, 08 Jul 2010 22:19:13 -0400

6th annual Art Of The Bicycle. Your artistic, creative, unusual and new-to-the-show Bicycles and Bicycle Art must be at the Go Away by July 18th! the show will run for 2 weeks instead of just one night as in the past.

Schedule:
July 23rd - Opening Night.

July 30th - Final Friday.

July 31st - Swap Meet 8:00am. $10.00 booth fee.

August 6th - Closing Night

Please help spread the word. Click here for printable posters.

El Torreon Bicycle Swap Meet

nospam@example.com (Randy) — Sat, 03 Jul 2010 08:08:07 -0400

10th annual El Torreon Bicycle Swap Meet

Sunday, July 25, 2010
6:00am - 4:00pm
31st & Gillham, Kansas City. MO

Julyapalooza 2010

nospam@example.com (Randy) — Fri, 02 Jul 2010 19:09:45 -0400

Julyapalooza is an event being put on by the Midwest Historical and Genealogical Society on Saturday, July 10th from 11:00am to 3:00pm at 1203 N. Main (right on the Midtown bike path). We've been asked to display our vintage bicycles along side vintage cars and motorcycles. There will also be a genealogy book and materials sale, tours of their library, a hot dog vendor and hourly drawings.
This event is for antique bikes only. I need to know in advance if you are participating. Only bikes that are 60s vintage or older, restored, original (or as close to original that the general public wouldn't know the difference). The bikes will be displayed outside and yes it will probably be hot. I'll provide shade and cold drinks. You may also just drop your bike(s) off and go hide somewhere cool. We do need a couple people to stay and answer questions. This event will give us a chance to spread bicycle love to a new audience, presumably those interested in history.

Let me know if you would like to participate and I'll fill you in on the details.

Patriotic Pub Pedal - July 1st

nospam@example.com (Randy) — Sat, 26 Jun 2010 18:26:08 -0400

Patriotic Pub Pedal - Thursday, July 1st

Celebrate Independence Day and show your patriotism by decorating your bike and/or yourself. Meet at the usual time and place.

Invasion Of The Little Bikes

nospam@example.com (Randy) — Fri, 25 Jun 2010 00:09:47 -0400

Last night was our 4th annual 20 Inch Night at the Thursday Night Pub Pedal. Our biggest turn out to date. I estimate 40 plus small wheeled bikes. Mostly muscle bikes, a few lowriders, a couple of 26" frames sporting 20" wheels, one 20" wheeled burrito and the donk which was a really small frame with 26" wheels.

Photos here.

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Biking Douglas Has It's Rewards

nospam@example.com (Randy) — Thu, 24 Jun 2010 11:32:41 -0400

"I Bike Douglas" May 22, 2010, was a great success with over 300 in attendance. Out of the registered participants, 98% said they prefer to shop local and would attend monthly "I Bike Douglas" bike-in events.

To keep the momentum going, Douglas Design District is sponsoring monthly "Biker's Specials". On June 26, ride in to your favorite place to eat or drink in the DDD and get a special just for YOU. Watch the event page at www.dddwichita.com for updates on participating businesses.

Douglas merchants providing "Biker's Specials" :

Cero's Candies - 1108 E. Douglas
Chocolate Covered Banana's

College Hill Deli & Catering - 3407 E. Douglas
10% OFF any menu item!

Fresh Roast Coffee Company - 3700 E. Douglas #2
Glycogen Pit Stop (Two Shots of Espresso for $2 Bucks) $2

Harry's Uptown - 3023 E. Douglas
Two Wheeler Special - Chicken Fajita Wrap: $6.50
Includes swiss cheese, guacamole, lettuce, tomatoes, chips
Beer Specials - Corona & Don Equis: $3.00 each

Jeanne's Cafe - 4733 E. Douglas in Lincoln Heights
Mini Chicken Fried Steak Dinner: $6.95
Includes mash potatoes, vegetable, salad and roll

Monica's Bundt Cake - 1328 E. Douglas
Ride in for a FREE bottle of water or a banana with purchase.
Available only during "I Bike Douglas"

The Anchor - 1109 E. Douglas
Smoked Salmon BLT on a butter toasted ciabatta (or as a wrap)
Includes home fried potato chips. Biker's Special $1.50 off regular price
Plus get a FREE soft drink or tea with any food purchase.

Overhaul

nospam@example.com (Randy) — Tue, 22 Jun 2010 16:15:39 -0400

Click here for more info.

City Council Approves Bike Ordinance Changes

nospam@example.com (Randy) — Tue, 15 Jun 2010 21:39:51 -0400

Today the Wichita city council approved changes to the current bicycle ordinance.
Unless there is a usable bicycle path next to the street, cyclists can now ride in the streeet no longer having to be within 5 feet of the curb. Eliminated from the ordinance was being required to license a bicycle and use a bike rack if one is available within a city block.

Local Bike Riders

nospam@example.com (Randy) — Mon, 14 Jun 2010 10:13:49 -0400

Fellow Coaster Robert just finished his first BAK (Bike Across Kansas). Read about his ride and view his photos here.

The owner of the Vagabond and the Blue Lounge is currently on a ride from Wichita to Seattle. Follow him on his ride here.

Coaster Ryan's part bike part bus trip to Austin here.

First Mayor's Family Bike Day

nospam@example.com (Randy) — Sat, 12 Jun 2010 16:07:38 -0400

Wichita's first Mayor's Family Bike Day took place today in Central Riverside park and was a fun time. Several bike rides, drawings for bicycles and accessories, a obstacle course, paper boy throw, maintenance clinics, the Coasters custom and classic bicycle display and more.

Thanks to the Mayor, the WPD, Bicycle Exchange, Tom Sawyer Bicycle Shop, L&M Cycling & Fitness, the Bike/Walk Alliance Wichita, the Bike Cave, the Health and Wellness Coalition of Wichita and all the volunteers who helped to put this event on. Thanks to all the Coasters who participated and to Dave for bringing the banner.

Photos here.

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Correction

nospam@example.com (Randy) — Thu, 03 Jun 2010 18:02:38 -0400