Spring is here and bike show time is about to get in full swing. There have already been a couple of shows in the Southeast–the Commerce, GA Pedal-to-the-Metal and the Cleveland, TN Get-A-Grip shows. Next up is the Copake Swap and Auction. The auction this year combines the automobilia and bicycles in one auction. Later in the month is the Memory Lane Classics show in Grand Rapids, OH followed with Ann Arbor Classic bicycle show. Unfortunately I can’t attend the Copake auction in person but online bidding is available. My dad and I will attend both Memory Lane and Ann Arbor and I hope to see a lot of old friends and make some new ones. Another relatively new show is the Rock Hill, SC Bikefest which looks to be a lot of fun and I plan on attending that one as well. 

Attending these bike shows, swaps, and auctions is a great way to increase your collecting network, make new friends, and learn not only by talking to knowledgeable people but by seeing many of these machines up close. 

I am always amazed by the bikes that show up at these events. While my main focus is prewar balloon tire bikes I appreciate all aspects of collecting and seeing rare and desirable muscle, road, BMX, antique, and oddball machines is always exciting. 

If you want to get an idea of what you might see at these shows please view the Gallery “Past Events” section. I have posted info to these shows on the Home page. If you know of other events you can send me the info and I will post these as well. Enjoy the ride!