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Across the Fence:  Look at my new (to me) bike!  |
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FebruaryViolet
True Blue Farmgirl
4810 Posts
Jonni
Elsmere
Kentucky
USA
4810 Posts |
 Posted - May 02 2013 : 07:48:48 AM
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Girls, the last time I rode a bike was in 1990. I was 16. So, passing by this tidy little white house up the street from me, seeing this bike out on the lawn with a "for sale" sign on it, I cannot say what possesed me to stop but the bike needed to be mine. And it was!!!! For $30! What they say is true--you never forget how to ride one. I hopped on it (after I wheeled it down the street so noone would be witness to me breaking my neck) and rode it around my drive way until I got the courage to head out onto the street. Boy, do I have some muscles to build up!
I realize it's a mans bike, but it's a small one, and has all the "bells and whistles". I'm going to girly it up a bit with a fabric garter around the black mesh basket on the front, but I have THE MOST PERFECT brown Longaberger market basked to affix to the rear, I can hardly stand the cuteness  The farmers market and the library await!
 
"Hey, I've got nothing to do today but smile..."
The Only Living Boy in New York, Paul Simon |
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jan49829
True Blue Farmgirl
2428 Posts
Janet
Gladstone
Mi.
USA
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FebruaryViolet
True Blue Farmgirl
4810 Posts
Jonni
Elsmere
Kentucky
USA
4810 Posts |
Posted - May 02 2013 : 08:16:36 AM
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Thanks, Janet--I'm really happy! I sense a little envy from my husband, who took these great pictures. He's off today so I strongly encouraged him to go for a ride!
I just opened up my email and got my Joann's fabric coupons so a yard of pretty natural floral calico and I'm in business! There is even a water bottle holder that is a harder plastic, made to look like leather. I might wrap that in something, too.
"Hey, I've got nothing to do today but smile..."
The Only Living Boy in New York, Paul Simon |
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nubidane
True Blue Farmgirl
3019 Posts
Lisa
Georgetown
OH
3019 Posts |
Posted - May 02 2013 : 08:21:57 AM
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No worries about being a man's bike. My bike is a man's too, as are most road bikes.
Looks very comfortable! I need one of those too!
Glad it warmed your day
"We must reject the idea that every time a law’s broken, society is guilty rather than the lawbreaker. It is time to restore the American precept that each individual is accountable for his actions.” – R.R. |
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FebruaryViolet
True Blue Farmgirl
4810 Posts
Jonni
Elsmere
Kentucky
USA
4810 Posts |
Posted - May 02 2013 : 08:24:25 AM
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Hey Lisa! How are you???
Is the band playing at the Asparagus Festival?
Cool...if your bike is also a man's, then I'm in the best company. I love brown and tan so this bike is right up my alley. The seat is really comfy, big--which I need for that middle age spread ;)
"Hey, I've got nothing to do today but smile..."
The Only Living Boy in New York, Paul Simon |
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nubidane
True Blue Farmgirl
3019 Posts
Lisa
Georgetown
OH
3019 Posts |
Posted - May 02 2013 : 08:48:26 AM
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Lots going on here. Jim's parents & Jim has been diagnosed with Meniere's so that has been interesting.
We are playing, at noon.
My bike is a Cannondale Road bike with clip pedals, back from when I rode like crazy. I tried again last year & my girl parts nearly died. As you well know, I am not 125 lbs anymore. Wah!
I need one like yours with a comfy seat, but I don't know how the 1 speed would fare on our hills around here. I guess I could drive into town with the bike, & then tool around Georgetown with it.
"We must reject the idea that every time a law’s broken, society is guilty rather than the lawbreaker. It is time to restore the American precept that each individual is accountable for his actions.” – R.R. |
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FebruaryViolet
True Blue Farmgirl
4810 Posts
Jonni
Elsmere
Kentucky
USA
4810 Posts |
Posted - May 02 2013 : 08:52:12 AM
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Wow-his parents AND he have been diagnosed? I did know it was genetic, but interesting in all three.
Your bike is a fancy bike--my bike is to get me to UDF and back :) I would love to ride out in the country, like where you live, but it somehow defies my logic to load my bike into a car to drive somewhere to ride it.
I don't think the 1 speed would do you much good around where you are--it was all I could do to get up my little grade on my street, but then, I have done ZERO exercising or anything remotely strenous since...1994.
Hope to see you at the festival!
"Hey, I've got nothing to do today but smile..."
The Only Living Boy in New York, Paul Simon |
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nubidane
True Blue Farmgirl
3019 Posts
Lisa
Georgetown
OH
3019 Posts |
Posted - May 02 2013 : 08:56:16 AM
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Oops sorry, only Jim has the Meniere's; his parents are both in assisted living in Lebanon, so that's been rough.
See you in a few weeks!
"We must reject the idea that every time a law’s broken, society is guilty rather than the lawbreaker. It is time to restore the American precept that each individual is accountable for his actions.” – R.R. |
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LeighErica
True Blue Farmgirl
306 Posts
Erica
PA
USA
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Posted - May 02 2013 : 10:36:02 AM
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Very cute bike!!!! I love it!!! Bike riding is so fun...and good for the environment too...:) Now you are making me want to get a bike again, just for the sheer pleasure of feeling the wind blow past me and seeing so many things I miss while driving. Currently I live in a neighborhood built on a hill...very steep...and I don't think I could ride back up....walking the dog is so painful. Thanks for sharing. Erica
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Blessed in Colorado
True Blue Farmgirl
7655 Posts
Debbie L.
Oregon
USA
7655 Posts |
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FebruaryViolet
True Blue Farmgirl
4810 Posts
Jonni
Elsmere
Kentucky
USA
4810 Posts |
Posted - May 02 2013 : 11:21:56 AM
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Thanks, Leigh--
I've wanted a bike for a while (I had visions of pulling my baby girl down the street and to market about 4 years ago) but I just couldn't spend the money on something like that when there were other bills to pay.
But, I'm going to try to take a ride at least once a week--it's tough when you work full time. But, this is just a pleasure bike, no cross country training or anything like that. I need to work out more before I manage something like that!!!!
"Hey, I've got nothing to do today but smile..."
The Only Living Boy in New York, Paul Simon |
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Ninibini
True Blue Farmgirl
7577 Posts
Nini
Pennsylvania
USA
7577 Posts |
Posted - May 02 2013 : 12:10:25 PM
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Love it, Jonni! Hope you get LOTS of enjoyment out of it! I can just imagine the basket filled with fresh flowers... Hugs - Nini
Farmgirl Sister #1974
God gave us two hands... one to help ourselves, and one to help others!
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FebruaryViolet
True Blue Farmgirl
4810 Posts
Jonni
Elsmere
Kentucky
USA
4810 Posts |
Posted - May 02 2013 : 12:43:47 PM
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Me, too, Nini!
I am already "drafting" my cover for the basket--and yes, fresh flowers are a must (and some baguette, some wine). Hooray for summer and wonderful weather!
"Hey, I've got nothing to do today but smile..."
The Only Living Boy in New York, Paul Simon |
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ceejay48
Farmgirl Legend/Schoolmarm/Sharpshooter
14022 Posts
CeeJay (CJ)
Dolores
Colorado
USA
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Calicogirl
True Blue Farmgirl
5216 Posts
Sharon
Bruce Crossing
Michigan
USA
5216 Posts |
Posted - May 02 2013 : 1:23:49 PM
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Beautiful Jonni! I can see why it made your day and you well deserve it  I bet you cannot wait to ride it to your local Farmer's Market ;)
By His Grace, For His Glory
~Sharon
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laurentany
True Blue Farmgirl
3259 Posts
Laurie
Patchogue
NY
USA
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Posted - May 02 2013 : 1:53:57 PM
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Jonni- That is a BEAUTIFUL bike! I love that style- mens or not! I can just picture it with your Longaberger basket on the back...Oooo la la!
Awesome find!
Hugs,
~Laurie
"Little Hen House on the Island"
Farmgirl Sister#1403
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Don't judge each day by the harvest you reap, but by the seeds that you plant.
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Emily Anna
True Blue Farmgirl
863 Posts
Emily
Fort Atkinson
WI
USA
863 Posts |
Posted - May 02 2013 : 2:05:34 PM
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Jonni,
What a great bike!! Love it!
EMily |
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HodgeLodge
True Blue Farmgirl
662 Posts
Tiana
Berkeley Springs
WV
USA
662 Posts |
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Fiddlehead Farm
True Blue Farmgirl
4562 Posts
Diane
Waupaca
WI
USA
4562 Posts |
Posted - May 02 2013 : 5:44:28 PM
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That bike is a treasure! Can't wait to see you girly it up a bit! I have two vintage bicycles, both with baskets. I use one to exercise my dogs and one to go shopping with!
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farmgirl sister #922
I am trying to be the person my dogs think I am.
I get up every morning determined to both change the world and have one hell of a good time. Sometimes this makes planning my day difficult.
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Bear5
True Blue Farmgirl
13055 Posts
Louisiana/Texas
USA
13055 Posts |
Posted - May 04 2013 : 9:23:47 PM
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I love the bike!!!
Marly
"It's only when we truly know and understand that we have a limited time on earth- and that we have no way of knowing when our time is up- that we will begin to live each day to the fullest, as if it was the only one we had." Elisabeth Kurler-Ross |
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jpbluesky
True Blue Farmgirl
6066 Posts
Jeannie
Florida
USA
6066 Posts |
Posted - May 05 2013 : 05:56:20 AM
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Great bicycle!!!! American Pickers would love this one. No kidding, it is great looking. Have fun on it!
Farmgirl #31
www.blueskyjeannie.blogspot.com
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edlund33
True Blue Farmgirl
1515 Posts
Marilyn
Renton
WA
USA
1515 Posts |
Posted - May 05 2013 : 09:15:21 AM
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What an awesome find! Enjoy your new ride!
Cheers! ~ Marilyn
Farm Girl No. 1100
http://blueskyanddaisies.blogspot.com
Do not go where the path may lead, go instead where there is no path and leave a trail. - Ralph Waldo Emerson |
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kristin sherrill
True Blue Farmgirl
11303 Posts
kristin
chickamauga
ga
USA
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Posted - May 05 2013 : 3:51:34 PM
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$30? What a great find, Jonni. You can't beat that. I need to find a bike now so I can ride up to Mt. Cove Farm and back. Only 10 miles. But I've been wanting to do that since I 've lived out here. I hope you have many nice bike rides to come.
Kris
The good beekeeper is generally more or less cranky. C.P. Dadant
www.kris-outbackfarm.blogspot.com
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