Angel,
I don't know the fate of these bikes for sure; but I suspect the
current owners are at least aware and thinking of what will happen to
the extra bitchen bikes in their collection. What I have noticed
recently, and what I didn't expect to happen, is a younger generation
of cyclists with a growing respect and interest in "the classics". I
hope that translates into continued ownership by concerned individuals
OR some sort of place that the collected jewels can be preserved and
displayed. Perhaps my house, eh?
Brian Baylis
La Mesa, CA
So, how are these bikes being saved for future generations? I BELIEVE
that the majority of CR members are older (I'm one). So, what's the big
picture? Do you plan to pass these bikes along to a family member, are they
going to be sold for a profit, passed on/sold to a like minded younger person?
Has anyone established a bike dedicated museum of note where bikes can be donated? Brian's note below and the link to the velostuf 1959 track
Cinelli brought the subject to mind.
Angel Garcia Verona, Italy
On 11/11/06, brianbaylis@juno.com <brianbaylis@juno.com> wrote:
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> CR Gang,
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> I've noticed within the past week or so some of my good friends here
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> in SoCal have made MAJOR scores of really pristine original condition
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> classic bikes; the ones that many of us lust after. My belief is that
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> these things happen most often to those with really good bike Karma.
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> Those with genuine respect for preserving for all of us, and future
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> generations, the beauty and character of these classic steel steeds.
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> Congratulations to you guys. Keep the good Karma rolling!
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> Brian Baylis
> La Mesa, CA