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Your Input Welcome: Who is this penny-farthing guy? What's your must-wear tip for fall bike fashion?

hi, there...   long time since posting but fall is upon us and i am writing about "bike fashion" for fall (if you have a must-wear tip for men or women please add it here as a comment or text me with a photo, name and description to 773 960 3997. Many thanks to all Chainlink "winter warriors" who shared tips over the winter: http://www.dnainfo.com/chicago/20150114/wicker-park/winter-warrior-...

in other news, i am trying to track down the rider of an old-fashioned penny-farthing bike.  Does anyone know whom this guy is? If so, can you put me in touch?  photo credit to Tim Inklebarger 

many thanks and happy cycling!

UPDATE 10/5: Thanks to Julie Keating, who connected me to Paul Schmidt, who connected me to Cary Williams, who then gave me Joseph Kelley's deets.  Chainlink cited in 3rd paragraph: http://www.dnainfo.com/chicago/20151005/wicker-park/meet-guy-who-co...

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Permalink Reply by Alisa Hauser on October 1, 2015 at 7:33pm

Thanks, Yasmeen!  Can you post a photo of yourself in the Raph jersey and Civila shoes?  What are some reasons a person would want to clip vs. not clip? I will link back to this Chainlink thread!

Permalink Reply by Yasmeen on October 2, 2015 at 11:20am

Hi Alisa, Here are the shoes and the Rapha long-sleeved jersey. :-) 

I used to be afraid to clip in - afraid of getting stuck and falling over. Nearly four years ago I started with Shimano SPD with the easier release cleats until it became second nature. Now it feels strange for me to be on flat pedals. Occasionally I like to wear boots or regular shoes when I go out so I have half-half pedals on my Volpe.

I like clipping-in because there is more control, more power on uphills with the pull-up on the pedals, and I feel more connected with my bike. Flat pedals are great for casual rides around town or slower rides where I may need to stop more often. There's also the option of toe-cages but I find clipping in a little easier and my feet won't move around as much as they would with toe cages. 

Permalink Reply by Alisa Hauser on October 3, 2015 at 3:45pm
Thank you, Yasmeen, these pics are great!!
Permalink Reply by Gary Elfring on October 1, 2015 at 2:02pm

I've seen him, but no idea how to find him. I'm currently riding in this jersey. Got 2 compliments at lunch today, one from a sheriff.

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Permalink Reply by Gary Elfring on October 1, 2015 at 3:01pm

Ebay, of course. There are a ton of used cycling jerseys for sale there at reasonable prices.

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Permalink Reply by Alisa Hauser on October 1, 2015 at 7:37pm

nice! thanks for the fashion tip and pic

Permalink Reply by Alisa Hauser on October 1, 2015 at 7:36pm

love it, Gary!!  Do you have a photo of yourself in the 3 Stooges jersey? Would love to feature in the story

Permalink Reply by Gary Elfring on October 1, 2015 at 8:14pm

I can take one tomorrow. I've only had my new $8 jersey for 2 days. :)

Permalink Reply by Gary Elfring on October 2, 2015 at 7:48pm

This is my fall outfit- going out at lunch today.

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Permalink Reply by Anne Alt on October 2, 2015 at 9:48am

I got one of those years ago - great conversation starter. ;)

Permalink Reply by Brendan Kevenides on October 2, 2015 at 9:30am

I'm reasonably certain I know who it is.  Let me confirm and see if he wants to be identified...

Permalink Reply by Alisa Hauser on October 3, 2015 at 3:47pm
Hi Brendan, I have already interviewed him and he is okay with being featured. Got his name through another high wheeler through Julie Keating. Thanks to everyone for your help!

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