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This strange bike popped up for sale locally. It was just too odd to resist.

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Pulled the bike out today and found a couple of things wrong. Had to replace about 6 popped spokes on the rear wheel and the seat was attached to the carriage with about 15 tie wraps. Fixed the wheel and popped a Brooks on it and took it for a ride on a typical 67 degree Savannah Winter day.

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Pretty comfy upright ride, but it does feel strange having the stem so close to your chest. It's definitely the most upright riding position I have ever experienced.
I do really like the handlebars though. They may have to go into my parts stash. I am very tempted to try out some big apehangers on it for fun.
Steering is a bit odd with such a long steer tube and having your hands so close to you when steering.
The bike is sized just a little small for me though. It felt like the seat should be about 5" back
 
Definitely a strange looker, but one that appears comfortable from your last photo.

Other than style, can you think of a benefit to the high peaked handlebars? That would be painful bike to header on.
 
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Might need a layback seatpost?
 
Might need a layback seatpost?

I'm already thinking of testing some apes on it, maybe I should put a nanner on it too. :21:
 
I'm already thinking of testing some apes on it, maybe I should put a nanner on it too. :21:

Nanners make your brown eye bruised. :blackeye: :21:
Sung to the tune of "don't it make my brown eyes blue"
 
Swapped out the bars and the saddle and took it for one last ride.
It's actually a much more comfy ride with the softer saddle and the bars just a little farther forward.
This one is about to go on the chopping block.


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