The Historical Museum is hosting David Herlihy talk & book signing on Tuesday, October 5 at 7:00 p.m.

Herlihy, author of “Bicycle: the History” will give a presentation and book signing for his new book: “The Lost Cyclist: The Epic Tale of an American Adventurer and His Mysterious Disappearance.”
The Lost Cyclist is about Frank Lenz, a young man who left his home in Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania in the spring of 1892 to cycle around the world on a new-fangled “safety” bicycle (the modern prototype), only to disappear mysteriously in Turkey two years later. Herlihy will present a digital slideshow featuring photos taken by Lenz before and during his world tour.

Location: The Wichita/Sedgwick Country Historical Museum at 204 S. Main in Wichita. Please call (316) 265-9314 with accessibility and parking questions.The presentation will be followed by a book signing co-sponsored by Watermark Books & Caf?. To reserve books, please call Watermark at (316) 682-1181.

New 1st street bike lane. It begins at the canal bike path (under 135) and follows 1st street East ending as of now just a couple blocks West of Oliver. The signage is up all the way to Oliver.
According to an older post here this bike lane and one like it on 2nd street would be a trial and may not be permanent.

As seen in the photo, drivers either don’t know how or don’t care to share the road with the new bike lanes. It’s a fundamental rule of driving. Don’t cross a solid white or yellow line.

This makes the second time this year that a automobile has run in to this local bike shop. First time here.

Arkansas River Path. Photo by Dave H.

Wichita’s Arkansas River Path was recently resurfaced making for a very nice, smooth ride.

Wichita and Derby have been chosen by the Kansas Department Of Transportation to receive funding for bike/pedestrian trails. In Wichita it will be the development of the Redbud Trail.
Read about it at KAKE.com

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.

“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.

Click here for more info.

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.

From HutchNews.com

Downtown Hutchinson is about to gain a few more residents.

Not business or people-type residents – but brightly colored bicycles that will be available for community use and sharing.

Read the full article here.

Did you know Wichita once had a bike share program? Read about it here.