Congratulations to Tom Sawyer bicycle shop for being voted Best Bicycle Shop by readers of the Wichita Eagle.
Wichita Eagle Reader’s Choice – Bike Shop
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The Lost Cyclist
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.
Many Ways To Win
Pictured above are a few of the trophies you could win at this year’s Midwest Bicycle Fest. Favorite Freak-Bike, Grillmaster’s Choice – Ratrod, People’s Choice Kustom & People’s Choice Classic.
Or you might win one of the 3 bikes being raffled off for just $1 a chance.
We’ll also be giving away many door prizes like Tires, tire pumps, handlebars, head and tail lights, bells, shirts, tools and locks just to name a few.
You must register your bike for a chance to win a trophy or ribbon.
6th Annual Midwest Bicycle Fest this Sunday! All the info at MidwestBicycleFest.com
1st Street Bike Lane
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.
2010 Fall Gravity Shoot-Out
Not a great turn out but still a great time. Was probably the hottest (temperature) race to date but no wind.
As always, thanks to…
Those who participated, spectated, brought food. Thad for providing the hay bales and especially those who provided and/or drove the tow vehicles.
Some of the speeds in MPH…
Mitch – Rust Rocket trike: 31.1
Randy – Thad’s Second Wind: 31.2
Randy – G-Thang: 23.909
Randy – Ray’s bike” 25.8
Randy – Tim’s bike: 24.2
Note: there seemed to be discrepancies between GPS devices and speeds were taken from various starting points.
Paranormal Pub Pedal
You my want to check this out on your way to the Shamrock Thursday October 7th…
Everyone loves a great ghost story!
Historic Delano, Inc. presents the 3rd Annual Ghost Stories of Historic Delano Ghost Tour. Many business owners and residents of older buildings in Delano tell of cold spots, strange odors, loud banging noises, orbs of light and apparitions.
Do You Believe?
Believers and skeptics of all ages are invited to join us on Thursday, October 7th from 5:00 – 8:00 p.m. for an evening of ?Frightseeing.? The adventure begins at Lawrence-Dumont Stadium, in the south parking lot near Maple Street & McLean Boulevard. Paranormal researchers from the Wichita Paranormal Research Society will be on hand to answer questions and show videos of some of their past investigations.
Be Entertained!
The Ghost Tour highlights locations in Delano where paranormal activity has been reported.
Tour guides will be at each location to tell their stories and pass out treats and treasures.
Dancers from Amira?s Dance Productions will be performing in Goth costumes at several locations.
Keep an eye out for other apparitions as you make your way along the tour.
Don?t make us come and get you…
This is a self-guided tour which you can take at your own pace. From Lawrence-Dumont Stadium you can drive, walk or catch The River City Trolley between stops along the tour.
LBS Hit By Car (Again)
This makes the second time this year that a automobile has run in to this local bike shop. First time here.
2010 Partridge Pedal Party
Click poster for larger printable pdf.PARTRIDGE PEDAL PARTY Saturday, October 16th 2010 – Partridge, Ks.
7:30-9:30
BREAKFAST
Paul’s Garage – North end of Main street
10:00 -10:30
PARADE
Down Main street. Assemble at King street 9:30
10:30-2:30
Games for kids of all ages
Food vendors in various locations
Entertainment south of gym
Craft demonstrations and sales
History exhibits and contest entries on display
Raffle tickets for special items
BIKE SHOW AND ACTIVITIES prizes,trophies
10:45
UNICYCLE HOCKEY
in church parking lot
3:00
ALLEY CAT RIDE
enter your team of bikers in town treasure hunt,instructions at 2:45
Bike stuff contact Jay Yoder 620-567-3102
Coasters At Tour De Fat
A few Coasters attended the Tour De Fat in Ft Collins, Colorado over the weekend. An estimated 15,000 other cyclists joined them. Photos and videos of the event here.
6th Annual Midwest Bicycle Fest
3 Bikes Will Be Raffled Off This Year!
A brand new pretty, purple Kustom Kruiser, a Ratrod Burrito and a girl’s multi-speed bike.
Please Support Those That Support The Fest!!
2010 Sponsors
More info at MidwestBicycleFest.com