Building on Brian's theme, as it turns out I can't make the Cirque this year either. The big issue is time. There are some family commitments coming up about 10 days after the Cirque that will keep me occupied for about a week. To close for a week to drive to the Crique, then be closed again about 10 days later for another week, just wasn't in the cards this year. Last year our shop didn't really have regular hours. Now we do.
There will still be some parts from us on display at the Cirque (found someone to pack and unpack some display stuff), but no bikes or representatives from the company. And we did pay $$'s to be one of the sponsors, so we are still involved.
As the event has drawn closer, I realize I'm quite sad not to be there. There is a core of folks I see every year, and it feels like family that I see once a year. Oh, and I suppose there are some cool bikes too. But we know, when it comes down to it, the bikes are not what draw us to the event.
I'm almost tempted to hop in the car and just start driving, but it isn't the responsible thing to do...
I hope everyone has a great time, as I'm sure they will. Hopefully next year I'll be able to work it into the schedule better.
Mike Kone in Boulder CO USA
Rene Herse Bicycles Inc.
Dave,
Yeah, I'm sure there are several people in a similar situation. Fortunately, what I get to do instead of going is to stay here and make bike frames and such. It's what I love to do most. To be honest, traveling is at the very bottom of my list of things I prefer to do. I might even be able to say that if I had to eat slugs if I stay home; I would prefer that to traveling.
Brian Baylis
La Mesa, CA
USA
Mmmm yummy, slugs!
Brian, Don't feel like the Lone ranger.... Dave
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-----Original Message----- From: classicrendezvous-bounces@bikelist.org [mailto:classicrendezvous-bounces@bikelist.org] On Behalf Of brianbaylis@juno.com Sent: Thursday, June 04, 2009 9:33 AM To: classicrendezvous@bikelist.org Subject: [CR] BUMMER!!
Dear Fellow Cirque Friends,
Well, after making 10 Cirque events in a row, it has finally happened. A string of circumstances has played out in the last few weeks in such a way that even with contingency plans in place; I have not been able to get all of the necessary stars to align that will allow me to make the event this year. Just bad timing and some extra help from the depressed economy is what it took. I had my dog at the dog sitter, bought some new shoes and got a hircut, and had all the other things nearly under control when I finally realized I just couldn't afford to do this right now.
I had to scramble to finish the paint on the DeRosa that will be up for auction (even though I won't be there) while at the same time my car began acting up (slowing progress on several fronts) and I had to prepare for a major mechanical inspection of my new building so they can install insulation and then hang the drywall. Working with the building inspector here is a real pain in the behind (yeah, we have one of "those type" of guys). We finally passed yesterday.
Also underway are 3 frames and 3 major restoration jobs that I do not want to lose my momentum on. It takes me a while to get rolling; these shows and trips upset my routine tremendously. Frankly, at this time, I can't afford to take time off spending money when I need to be here getting some things done and making some. I'm still a ways behind on account of the time and money it took to produce the SD Custom Bike Show earlier this year.
So, I'm very sorry I'm not going to make it this time. Next year I'm sure all of my ducks will be in a row. This year has been full of distractions from the show and my construction project. The nation's money woes don't help, as it trickles down to me. Looking forward to things in general improving REAL SOON! I hope everyone has a great time (I know you will), and the vat of tar and feathers you all have saved for me won't go to waste!
Brian Baylis
La Mesa, CA
USA