On Wednesday while getting a waffle from a window aptly named "The Waffle Window" I spotted a Huffy Sportsman locked up. For those not in the know, Huffy was once America's largest bicycle manufacturer and churned out low-quality bikes by the millions. You bought Huffy in the Kmarts and Walmarts of the world, not bike shops.… Continue reading Huffy Sportsman: Spotted
Month: September 2013
What’s Next for Society of Three Speeds?
While 2013 is by no means over, the upcoming September ride will probably be the last Three Speed Ride in Portland for the calendar year. If I have energy I might try for another one nearer to “the holidays”, but I make no guarantees. 2013 was a good year for Society of Three Speeds: Four… Continue reading What’s Next for Society of Three Speeds?
Cheap Triumph three-speed spotted in Portland.
This one comes in from April, who spotted it in Northeast Portland on her rounds. Not too much details, other than it's a lady's frame three-speed, looks to have a coaster brake hub (a TCW?) and it's only $50. Not a bad price if not much needs to be done to it! This bike was… Continue reading Cheap Triumph three-speed spotted in Portland.
Next Three Speed Ride: Saturday 21 September
Yes friends! It's been a little while since the last ride on that rainy Sunday in June. I had hoped for something sooner, but my life has been tumultuous, alas. But autumn is just as good! And this next ride will have a theme: Mileposts, Swifts, and Equinox. It's going to be a bit longer… Continue reading Next Three Speed Ride: Saturday 21 September
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