Comments on: Mother’s Day: Oma for a Momma

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My New Red Basket Rules « Car Free Days — Tue, 10 Jun 2008 20:15:01 +0000

[...] and Val were right, my dainty wicker basket just didn’t cut it. I knew it wasn’t practical, but for a few weeks I enjoyed riding a [...]

By: David F

David F — Fri, 06 Jun 2008 20:12:15 +0000

The Baker basket looks good.
Once again and after a second, third and fourth look. This bike is cool!
The upright non sporting utilitarian look of these bikes absolutely thumbs it’s nose at the idea of being dependent on cars. I like the shot of Anne cruising past the servo with absolute contempt for the significance of high petrol prices. LOL

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Bike to School Month Wrap Up « Car Free Days — Sat, 31 May 2008 02:02:09 +0000

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By: Tim K

Tim K — Fri, 30 May 2008 18:53:23 +0000

Thanks everyone for the comments. The basket came with the bike but it was on the rear. That won’t do for our occasion kid carrying so we strapped it on the front.

I think the heaviest thing she’s had in there is her purse… we’re still working out the perfect front options. I realize the Dutch way would indeed embrace the milk crate. I probably would too, though Anne isn’t ready to go there yet.

In reality the rack probably isn’t even needed for her use — She’s got her Xtracycle for heavy hauling; this is her free and easy, skirt-wearing city bike — but the rack is so cool (and came with the bike!) so it’s staying on. Besides who knows when you might need to carry a case of beer, a purse, AND a kid on the back.

On the other hand, something like this might be a good compromise: http://www.velo-orange.com/helafrbawili.html

By: Val

Val — Fri, 30 May 2008 17:16:43 +0000

What Henry said; any weight in the basket will affect the steering much moer than even heavy loads on the rack, which is attached to the frame. Roll on!

By: Henry

Henry — Fri, 30 May 2008 07:55:43 +0000

Nice photos. Its always fun to see “my” bikes in other environments.

One suggestion if I may be so bold: Front carrier + handlebar basket = redundant and silly.

Try it Amsterdam style:
1. Find a suitable milk/wine/beer crate,
2. Drill holes as needed, and secure to the frame-mounted carrier with four big, black tie-wraps.
3. Mount dainty basket on old English bike.

The rear carrier is actually strong enough for adults though I’m not supposed to tell you that. Side-saddle with a rolling starts is the accepted method.

Ik wens je veel fietsplezier!

Groeten,
Henry

By: derek

derek — Thu, 29 May 2008 20:45:31 +0000

Awesome! Enjoy the ride

By: Dan

Dan — Thu, 29 May 2008 20:15:03 +0000

That is one sweet looking momma. Oh yeah, and Anne looks good too.

Sorry, I couldn’t resist. When I get home from work I’ll have my wife elbow me in the side for that comment.

That’s an awesome Mother’s Day present and looks like a great ride. Such a thoughtful gift.

By: Amanda Ford

Amanda Ford — Wed, 28 May 2008 19:58:15 +0000

Love it, Anne! Can’t wait to see you cruising around town.

By: cafn8

cafn8 — Wed, 28 May 2008 16:24:10 +0000

Nice Bike.

Yes, the local Craigslist bicycle listings are bookmarked on my cell phone so that I can check them every morning while I sip my coffee. It’s how I caught my current daily commuter, a lightly used 12-speed with plenty of life left, for 25 bucks. Even with numerous upgrades I’m still well under the price of a new department store klunker.