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Archived: Hi-Wheeler, Boneshaker and Safety







FOR SALE:   Hi-Wheel For Sale posted by: Bill on 12/12/2003 at 3:59:38 AM
This 50" bike is on selling on eBay

http://cgi.ebay.com/ws/eBayISAPI.dll?ViewItem&item=2209395921&category=420&rd=1







FOR SALE:   Solar safety bike lamp very nice posted by: Steve on 12/7/2003 at 2:17:35 AM
Hey ladies and gents,
Check out the Solar safety bicycle lamp on ebay # 2208579223
It looks to be a very decent light at $1.00 no reserve.
Is this early stuff really worth so little? Just trying to be of help, Stephen


   RE:FOR SALE:   Solar safety bike lamp very nice posted by marcello on 12/7/2003 at 4:50:25 AM
hi steve I have one of those bike lamp , the same brand , and I really like this one too, though I think one of the side glasses is missing , but I will try to get it. thanks for putting it here.
marcello






AGE / VALUE:   Can someone tell me anything about this bike? posted by: Bill Ittner on 11/25/2003 at 1:23:11 AM
My mother-in-law is looking to sell this bike. I haven't a clue as to what it's worth, type, make, etc. Any information or help would be appreciated. Below is the link to all the pictures... Thanks

http://www.manor.org/'bill/ebay/upnow/bike/



   RE:AGE / VALUE:   Can someone tell me anything about this bike? posted by Greg Barron on 11/26/2003 at 6:04:56 AM
I tried to view the link but couldn't get in. Could you check the addy and post again or send it to me direct?
Greg

   RE:AGE / VALUE:   Can someone tell me anything about this bike? posted by Greg Barron on 11/26/2003 at 6:04:58 AM
I tried to view the link but couldn't get in. Could you check the addy and post again or send it to me direct?
Greg






WANTED:   solid tires posted by: Larry on 11/24/2003 at 1:50:55 AM
I'm looking for some solid tires for our antique childs buggy. Sizes are : 2 @ 16x 1.25 ; 2@ 12x 1.25
Thanks


   RE:WANTED:   solid tires posted by Greg Barron on 12/4/2003 at 3:04:38 AM
Are these solid tires or air tires? You should be able to get some ordered from your local bike store if they are pnuematic, if not, I can probably get you some.

Greg Barron
RBR Inc.

   literature regarding bicycle andsolid tires posted by gopal arora on 6/3/2004 at 6:50:39 AM
hello sir
Iam persuing M.Sc in polymer science and chemical tech. sir I have no matter regarding above topic I am looking forward for your reply
thanking you

   literature regarding bicycle andsolid tires posted by gopal arora on 6/3/2004 at 6:51:57 AM
hello sir
Iam persuing M.Sc in polymer science and chemical tech. sir I have no matter regarding above topic I am looking forward for your reply
thanking you

   literature regarding bicycle andsolid tires posted by gopal arora on 6/3/2004 at 6:51:59 AM
hello sir
Iam persuing M.Sc in polymer science and chemical tech. sir I have no matter regarding above topic I am looking forward for your reply
thanking you






AGE / VALUE:   Magneet posted by: Ryan on 11/5/2003 at 10:05:57 AM
i have just obtained a complete and original Magneet bicycle. all the components seem to coincide with the set of images i have found for a 1927 model. i can find almost no information on this bike and am looking for some advice on history/value etc. it apears to have been made in ampsterdam.







WANTED:   Section Of Rudge Rim Needed posted by: Mr Bob of Tallbike.com on 10/31/2003 at 5:42:39 AM
Hello, Bob of Tallbike.com here. My company is building a prototype of our "TallBike", a generic copy of a Hi-Wheel / Penny Farthing bicycle. We will build the bike to be close to the popular Rudge Light bicycle.
I need a section of front rim in order to have a Aluminum extrusion mold made. Will pay cash or trade for Jewelry (http://buckagram.com) for a small section of a 1887 (or about) Rudge Rim. Please contact me at e-mail address shown on the website at http://www.tallbike.com
You will be pleased to know that our projected price will be $500 usd or under. Those that help will get a discount or a bike at cost. Bike will be made in Asia with help and parts from well known Bicycle factories located here. Thank you, Bob of Tallbike.com


   RE:WANTED:   Section Of Rudge Rim Needed posted by Marcello on 11/4/2003 at 2:26:17 AM
what u mean Bob is that we cut a piece of rim from an antique Rudge Light ( that cost about 10000 $)in order to get discount on 500$bike made in Vietnam or we trade that piece rim with jewelery (that probably cost about a couple of $ a pound) what a deal!!! By the way what is ur company address ?

   RE:WANTED:   Section Of Rudge Rim Needed posted by Lyle Landstrom on 5/21/2004 at 4:56:09 PM
No,
What he means is that if you have a unrestorable rim, bent, rusted through in places or whatever,cut a section out and help him out. Man, I'd like to see someone reproduce a reasonable cost highwheeler.
Lyle






FOR SALE:   Penny Farthing Hub Lamp posted by: Cyclecarist on 10/30/2003 at 6:38:01 PM
I have just seen a Penny Farthing Hub Lamp on Uk eBay, Looks OK. It ends 9th Of November.







FOR SALE:   Penny Farthing Hub Lamp posted by: Toad on 10/30/2003 at 6:38:01 PM
I have just seen a Penny Farthing Hub Lamp on Uk eBay, Looks OK. It ends 9th Of November.







AGE / VALUE:   Reminington Arms Co (The Remington) posted by: Kendall Clayton on 10/22/2003 at 8:10:27 PM
I have acquired this vintage bicycle, patented 1892,1893,1894 by the Remington Arms Co. , Ilion, NY. The bicycle is in Parts all of which appear to be here would like any info about it, as I have never seen one like it, and am new to the really old bicycle scene. It has wooden rims that measure about 25 inches across, The badge is still in place and Has " The Remington" along with the patent dates . PLEASE Help..Thanks


   RE:AGE / VALUE:   Reminington Arms Co (The Remington) posted by Greg Barron on 10/24/2003 at 1:11:58 AM
All I can tell you is they were designated by model number and the bikes were made from 1892 till 1900 according to the book by Don Adams. The Wheelmen have a far more complete library and I suggest you contact the national office for information. www.thewheelmen.org

Luck,
Greg

   RE:RE:AGE / VALUE:   Reminington Arms Co (The Remington) posted by Kendall Clayton on 10/24/2003 at 2:26:31 AM
Thanks so much for a place to start,Greg.

   RE:RE:RE:AGE / VALUE:   Reminington Arms Co (The Remington) posted by Rif on 10/29/2003 at 1:32:10 AM
I am intrigued. That sounds like a fascinating and fun project.I do hope you'll keep us updated not only on the progress of the vehicle, but also of the historical info...
Good luck with this one!
Rif

   RE:RE:RE:RE:AGE / VALUE:   Reminington Arms Co (The Remington) posted by Kendall Clayton on 11/6/2003 at 3:58:45 AM
UPDATE: Nothing good to report still brgging for information, I have found a couple of ads for the remington Bicycle, none of which have a picture or tell me exactly what type of bicycle this is. What i know: That the bike was patented in the mid to late 1890's and in to 1900.
I beleave it to ber a safety bicycle or a six day racer? manufactured by remington arms co. Yes, I have contacted the company only to discover that any information was lost in some sort of fire. Directed to the Remington Historical Society.... only to find that i can find no information there either, Please anyone with information about this bicycle, give me a shout... Completely new to the antique, classic, vintage bicycle scene. Would love to get this bicycle togather..I think that the bicycle is a great part of our bicycle heritage. Thanks for any reply

   RE:AGE / VALUE:   Reminington Arms Co (The Remington) posted by Mike Strietbeck on 4/1/2005 at 7:14:21 AM
Are you still looking for information on the remington bicycle? I have an original copy of the 1896 Remington Bicycle catalog that has drawings of many bicycles, and component parts listed by model number. If desired, forward photo's and I'll see if I can help you.

Mike Strietbeck
Remington Society of america

   RE:RE:AGE / VALUE:   Reminington Arms Co (The Remington) posted by Robert Coonin on 6/20/2006 at 3:00:17 PM
I own a wooden wheeled(no rubber on wheels) Remington bicycle which belonged to my late father which he collected as an adjunct to his very extensive former firearm collection. I would be interested in any information anyone has concerning this bicycle.






FOR SALE:   USED 48" HI WHEEL REPLICA Boneshaker posted by: Randy Berscheid on 10/12/2003 at 3:12:43 AM
Hi, I have just put a bike some may be interested in on ebay. I hope you will take a look and pass the info on if you know of some one looking.

http://cgi.ebay.com/ws/eBayISAPI.dll?ViewItem&item=3631430377

thanks


   RE:FOR SALE:   USED 48 (SOLD) posted by Randy Berscheid on 10/12/2003 at 4:55:00 PM
thanks for getting the word out. the bike has sold already

   RE:FOR SALE:   USED 48 posted by Bruce Harrison on 11/16/2003 at 1:05:32 AM
Hello Randy,

I really enjoyed looking at the bike pictures on ebay. I saw a feature I could not explain. There is a verticle bar in front of the front fork on each side of the front wheel--apparently for some sort of adjustment. Could you satisfy my curiosity about this? Thanks, Bruce






MISC:   George Wyman Site Update posted by: Rif Addams on 10/12/2003 at 2:49:02 AM
I have just added a whole bunch of new pictures and text to the new George A. Wyman web site.
It can be seen at:
http://www.angelfire.com/wa3/rif_addams/home.html
Click on the "road updates" link to see the new pic.s and read the beginings of the centennial ride across the country.
Click on the "building the bike" to see some of the build up of our replica. I have only just started on that page so it's still kinda sparse and rough, but some of it is there.
It took a while but i guess I'm starting to figure out this whole web site building, html writing, techno crap.
:-)
Keep the Tire Side Down,
Rif







MISC:   Cycle history book posted by: Rif Addams on 10/3/2003 at 3:57:23 PM
Hi All,
I just checked out an excellent book from the library titled "On Your Bicycle" by James McGurn
ISBN 0-8160-1748-4
This book starts out with the prehistory of cycles in the 1680's with the hand crank tri wheeled coach that Stephan Farffler, an invalid clockmaker, had built for himself and used to go to church each sunday; complete with a woodcut print of said vehicle and builder.
From this it goes through the Draisiennes and Hobby Horses, then down through the ages to the 1980's.
This book includes source notes, bibliography, etc. It is one of the most complete histories I have yet come across. I would highly recommend this to anyone with an interest in cyling and it's illustrious history.
Rif







WANTED:   WANTED: 48" RBR BONESHAKER STANDARD posted by: BURT ENGLISH on 10/1/2003 at 7:07:45 PM
MID-ATLANTIC, CAROLINA COAST. I WILL PAY CASH FOR A BONESHAKER STANDARD IN GOOD SHAPE. PLEASE E-MAIL: SK8BURT@HOTMAIL.COM







WANTED:   WANTED: 48" RBR BONESHAKER STANDARD posted by: BURT ENGLISH on 10/1/2003 at 7:07:45 PM
MID-ATLANTIC, CAROLINA COAST. I WILL PAY CASH FOR A BONESHAKER STANDARD IN GOOD SHAPE. PLEASE E-MAIL: SK8BURT@HOTMAIL.COM







MISC:   Hi Wheel?ordinary posted by: Pete Keeler on 10/1/2003 at 3:44:57 PM
Could someone please explain to me exactly how the 'spine' tube locates to the forks/head tube on the very old penny farthings(as we call them in the UK.) I'm referring to the type that do not appear to have a head set, but rather a slot in the back of the fork head. I would like to know what shape the end of the spine tube is. Thanks.


   RE:MISC:   Hi Wheel?ordinary posted by teun on 10/2/2003 at 6:48:16 PM
Trying to contact you via email but my message gets bounced.
Maybe a typo in your email address?

Diagnostic-Code: X-Postfix; host smtp.ntlworld.com[62.253.162.40] said: 550
Invalid recipient: (in reply to RCPT TO
command)

   RE:MISC:   Hi Wheel?ordinary posted by Greg Barron on 10/6/2003 at 5:26:29 PM
How the spine locates in the fork? If I understand the question, you would like to know how the frame goes into the head and stays in place? The heads of most of the original bikes had a slot and socket drilled and milled into the rear to accomodate the neck casting that is at the top end of the spine, the neck casting usually ends in a pivot pin that sits vertically. Normally on the bikes, the spine/neck would slip into the head casting and then be held in place by an adjuster bolt that would push downward on the pivot pin shape forcing it into the head casting which usually has a socket at the inner bottom portion to hold the pin in the same way the adjuster bolt has a recess drilled into it to hold the pin at the top. Ok Pete, I don't know if this helped but you can go look at the pics I have on my website www.hiwheel.com look at the Superior model as it uses original casting copies from a G&J. Hope that helps.

Best Regards,
Greg Barron
RBR Inc.