Cannondale John's Memorial ride.

I cried like a baby when John's bike pulled out of the parking lot on top of Kathy Petersons car to lead the ride... the way John always did.







Thanks to Josh from the '"Virginia Beach Wheelmen" for having the forethought to bring his camera to the ride, and shoot some good photo's




We had about 75 riders show up for the casual 13 mile spin. John's wife, three children, and two brothers rode with us as well.
We had Road, Mtn., and beach cruisers in attendance. The ride was escorted by four Suffolk Motorcycle Cops. We thank them for allowing us to pull this off.

John Taylor... AKA "Cannondale John"

This is breaking info... 08.16.2008
John Taylor AKA "Cannondale John" passed away today following the Saturday group ride from All About Bikes in Suffolk Virginia.
Apparently John had not been feeling well a for a few days prior to the ride.

Our thought and prayers are with Melissa and they're three children now as they deal with the loss of they're husband, and father.

I will post more info as i receive it.

There will be a memorial ride, and service for John on Saturday.
The ride will depart from All About Bikes in Suffolk, and will be Police Escorted.
John's Wife Melissa, and his oldest daughter are supposed to ride.
Here is the link to the Obituary:
http://www.legacy.com/pilotonline/Obituaries.asp?Page=Lifestory&PersonId=116080281

Colnago Classic....

Another Beautiful lugged steel Colnago.
I have two of the "Master Series- Gilco Tubed" bikes and this one is a round tube "Classic"
This bike rides awsome.
If I understand correctly the bike uses "Zona" level Columbus Tubes.
It's not light, but it floats down the road and pedals effortlessly!!!
I did 30 miles on it's maiden voyage, and came back with an ear to ear grin.
I was told this frame was Crica 2002 and the decor was "Rabobank"
I am not sure if that is true, but the color scheme is striking.

Bianchi Mega-Pro Steel Cyclocross!!!!

Here is a mid-90's Bianchi Cyclocross bike.
This is a Steel Mega-Pro...
One hot ride...
With custom laced wheels, and Campy drivetrain the bike weighs 22.5 lbs.
I even kept the threaded fork, and quill stem.




Vintage NOS Suntour XC-Pro Cantilever brakes...