As Dale mentioned, we have created the "sign-up" list on the Cirque web site. One of the reasons for the delay is that, as you can see by the list, there aren't that many people signed up yet. I know that in these tough economic times everyone has to chose priorities carefully, but there will be some really interesting things happening this year.
Seminars -
We are very fortunate to have Jan Heine not only attending the Cirque this year, but also giving a presentation on "The History of the Racing Bicycle". I'm really looking forward to Jan's presentation, and believe that this great history lesson is something not to be missed by those interested in the development and progression of vintage lightweight racing bikes, and their impact on the broader world on cycling.
We are also very happy to continue the Cirque tradition of having some of the "rising stars" of craft frame building showcased at the the event. This year we have Dave Wages of Ellis Cycles on tap to give a presentation on his life and experiences in the industry and custom frame building. Those of you who don't know Dave should. After working at Serotta and Waterford, Dave started Ellis Cycles just last year, and walked away with the "Best Track" award in the Craftsman category at last year's Cirque. Dave topped that by winning "Best Lugged Frame" at this year's NAHBS show in Indy. Can't wait to see what Dave comes up with next!
Speaking of NAHBS award winners, Mitch Pryor (M.A.P Bicycles), winner of the "Best City Bike" award this year, is already signed up for the Cirque in June. Mitch isn't giving a presentation just yet (maybe next year Mitch?), but he will be on hand for the Saturday evening Reception, and of course will be displaying on Sunday. And while the winners of the "Best Tandem" award haven't "officially" signed up yet, I have it on good authority that the great crew from Bilenky Cycle Works will show up in force again this year.
We are still developing our " Classic Workshop", where Earle Young will demonstrate wheel tensioning and truing, Larry Black will demonstrate mounting tubular tires, and more things are still in the works.
Special Displays
We will have a number of special exhibits and displays the year, both at the hotel and at the Sunday show. One of those will be a Pino Morroni display with a number of rare and interesting items. If anyone attending has Pino parts and/or memorabilia, and would like to contribute the this display, please contact me!!
More special displays are in the works, so stay tuned!
More on the Auction, which is shaping up nicely with the help of LOTS of helpful volunteers, will be announced very soon. We will also be adding an Auction image gallery to the Cirque web site.
More people are using the on-line registration, which seems to be working well for everyone. You can jump there driectly using this link:
http://www.bikereg.com/
Sign up now!
More news to follow!
Thanks -
Wayne and MJ
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Wayne Bingham
Lovettsville, Virginia USA