My understanding is that the accident in which the bike was damaged also seriously damaged the rider and owner, who nonetheless managed to hang on for another five years in poor health before passing away recently. A bit of a gory story, to be sure, but part of the history of this bike.
-S-
sterling peters wrote:
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> All list members interested in this Herse should be made aware of the fact
> that this particular Herse was involved in a head on collision. The top
> tube, down tube, and fork were damaged in the accident. Repairs were made by
> Rob Roberson a frame builder who works out of Joe Bell's shop.Sincerely,
> Sterling