The parental units are cyclists, too, so when they came for a visit we all went out together.
Mountain bikes are a whole different breed! All four bikes did just fine on the Struble Trail, in Chester County, before it closed for most of the summer.
Paul’s father’s bike is a mid-90s Cannondale, from the same era as another one we know well — the steed ridden by awesome ride leader and frequent commenter Saul.
Much to our surprise, we met a Brompton — and rider — at the far end of the trail. We’d never before seen a Brompton in Chester County! This one is a beautiful M6R with a raw lacquer finish. We had a nice chat with the cyclist, and then headed home; this was just a quick ride before a day full of other events.
3 replies on “A Family Ride and a Brompton Encounter”
“…from the same era as another one we know well — the steed ridden by awesome ride leader and frequent commenter Saul” As Kramer, from Seinfeld, said, “You got that right!”
That raw lacquer finish makes me weak in the knees. Wonderful photo of the family bikes!
Brommie,
I agree; Bromptons are great on pea gravel and small stones, in addition to paved paths and sometimes on grass too.
Raw Lacquer – my kinda thing, eh?
Peace :)