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General discussions on Wheelmen topics. / Re: Maiden voyage of the 1904 Century Marathon

« on: September 08, 2018, 08:52:46 PM »

What city/state are you in?

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General discussions on Wheelmen topics. / Re: Be nice.

« on: September 06, 2018, 08:28:10 PM »

I agree Bill. Many of the newer members don't understand the value of some of the rarer items. Fortunately we have the Copake Auction and ebay to reference them to. I myself have paid too much for some, gotten good deals on others, and fair deals on others. it usually all balances out in the end.

We do have some 2nd and 3rd generation families in our club. Thats whats wonderful to see in my opinion. i hope it can continue. My oldest son has been doing our 10 mile tours, but is scared of high wheels. He seems to be happy on a safety though. I have a 3 yr old grand daughter that I'm hoping will show some interest in a couple of years. My youngest son came to his first parade over the weekend. He enjoyed it. Maybe....just maybe.....

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General discussions on Wheelmen topics. / Be nice.

« on: September 05, 2018, 04:41:33 PM »

At one of our recent parades, I was reminded about how much Jim Spillane was doing to try to push this hobby into the next generation. There was a young man there riding one of the "bumpys" Jim built. i was told they were passed around from child to child as the kids grew. Nobody had to buy them. He just loaned them out. That's just one of the many things I've heard about Jim that impressed me. I wish I had known him. I think we would have gotten along wonderfully.

When i first joined this club, it was very difficult for me to find someone who would even consider selling me a bike. My wanted ad was up on the previous website for nearly a year before I finally got a high wheel if I remember correctly. It may have been longer. I know there have been discussions about this topic but the truth is, if we want this club to continue, we have to take new members under our wing and help them, and try or best to get our next generation interested in what we enjoy.

One last comment. If you have a bike in your collection that you haven't either ridden, or taken somewhere to display in the last 10 years, consider passing it on to someone who actually wants to ride it. I'm not saying give it to them. I've yet to see a Wheelman that had to be concerned about where their next meal came from. Be fair. Be nice.

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General discussions on Wheelmen topics. / Re: Wheelmen recreate machines AND outfits

« on: September 03, 2018, 08:57:16 PM »

Here in CT, our necktie color is supposed to be yellow. i've been searching the links that are listed, Amazon, and ebay trying to find ties like you guys use that are yellow. I just can't find yellow. Red, black, etc, but not yellow. can soemone tell me what has to be done to change our state's uniform? If we can't find them, then we need to change to something that's available. Or if someone has a link to one, it would be appreciated.

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General discussions on Wheelmen topics. / Re: Looking for someone to install new tire on tricycle

« on: August 27, 2018, 08:22:31 PM »

This is a different style tiring than what is used on high wheel bikes. There are companies that make them. Just have to look for them. Will send you some info through message.

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Discussions on vintage bike builders and reproductions. / Has anyone built an Eagle?

« on: August 21, 2018, 09:57:17 PM »

I was wondering if anyone out there has had any experience building an Eagle, or a Star. A Star would understandably be more complicated. But an Eagle may be a bit less complicated. It wouldn't be too hard to find a larger wheel, with crank arms and pedals. Smaller front wheel could be attained also. It's the frame that would have to be built, bars, and the steering designed. Anyone have any experience with that?

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General discussions on Wheelmen topics. / Re: Wheelmen recreate machines AND outfits

« on: August 11, 2018, 12:27:36 PM »

It is possible to use attire close to what should be worn even in hot weather. But truthfully, I don't see how some of these women can put up with long sleeves and thick dresses in the summer. I feel for them.

Just a reminder though that each state does have a suggested uniform. It does look better when everyone dresses the same.

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Board for buying and selling Wheelmen goods and services. / ISO Pony Star or smaller Eagle

« on: August 09, 2018, 09:55:43 PM »

In search of rideable Pony Star, or possibly 46" Eagle. Have bikes that could be used for trade, or cash.

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Board for buying and selling Wheelmen goods and services. / Re: For Sale:85/86 American Star

« on: July 05, 2018, 08:29:11 PM »

Link? Price? Didn't find it....

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General discussions on Wheelmen topics. / Re: Happy 4th of July !

« on: July 04, 2018, 03:13:37 PM »

From CT also!

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General discussions on Wheelmen topics. / Re: Welcome to the New Wheelmen message board

« on: July 03, 2018, 10:34:38 PM »

Worked for me. Only issue I had was trying to read the letters before posting. Can't wait to try to post pics of the parade tomorrow!

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General discussions on Wheelmen topics. / Re: Welcome to the New Wheelmen message board

« on: July 03, 2018, 10:30:25 PM »

I'll try it!