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.
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“Life is like riding a bicycle. To keep your balance, you must keep moving.” — Albert Einstein
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“Life is like riding a bicycle. To keep your balance, you must keep moving.” — Albert Einstein
“Life is like riding a bicycle. To keep your balance, you must keep moving.” — Albert Einstein
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Cycling Against Cancer
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Epic Adventures w/Ramblings About Scotch, Espresso And All Things Awesome
the life, times and ramblings of jaythenerdkid. probably not safe for children.
THE PERSONAL BLOG OF CRYSTAL FLEMING
Rides in heels, speeds down hills, splashes in puddles and stays out well past dark.
enjoy the journey 
Bit of a typo up there “is one the ancestors”… Feel free to delete this comment…
Thanks Blake… I would NEVER delete any of your comments. Stef