This is indeed a Grand Lady. Launched in 1870, the Grand-Bi is one of the ancestors of the bicycle. Imagine young women, wearing long dresses and large hats, trying to make that huge wheel turn by pushing that tiny crank!
I found this one at an antique dealer in Hua Hin. The owner was more than happy to have me photograph it on the street in front of his shop.
Bikegypsy
Basikal & Motorsikal cara ku mengembara
Biking, Travelling, Living for Fun
I cycle, a bit.
Homage to men who support women: The blog that deals with matters specifically relating to African women those in rural areas and in the diaspora
I choose to collect memories instead of things ~ Elena Levon
journeys by bicycle and other meanderings
Massage is Giving
Riding a bicycle across America
Lightweight backpacking, hillwalking and bicycle touring adventures in Northern England and Scotland
Bikes, dogs and the big blue beyond
Cycle touring and other adventures
Dirt road adventures across the Americas
Cross Country Bike Tour
A bike ride from England to New Zealand
A journal of new information received at CTC
All the information you need for your next bicycle tour. Bike specs, component reviews, and more.
design & art
