Can anyone tell me what this is?
Or how about this?
If you haven’t guessed by now then this should be the true give away shot. Yes, I have bought a bicycle. It’s an Electra Hawaii Cruiser. 3 speed. Coaster brakes. It’s not built for speed but then again, neither am I.
Isn’t she beautiful? If you read Claudia’s post from a few days back then this probably isn’t a big surprise. Claudia gave me some great advice on purchasing a bike and then turned it into a really helpful blog post. Really, if you’re thinking about a bike then talk to Claudia.
My bike, which came from REI – what a great store! – had to be ordered because they didn’t have the red in stock. I think it was well worth the wait, though. We picked it up Thursday night and I road it around the neighborhood for a while. Friday I did my first BAT/KAT run as I road it to Town Hall to pay our tax bill.
We took our first big excursion on Saturday and went to the canal and road the bike path there. We had a great lunch in view of the Bourne Bridge and probably biked about 5-6 miles total. That’s not a lot of miles but it was enough for our first trip. I got loads of compliments on my beautiful new bike and that was cool.
And every time she got a second look, I rang the bell. Riding this bike is a blast!
Beth Said,
Wow, your bike really is beautiful! It sounds like a lot of fun.
Kirsten Said,
Ooooo! So pretty! Have fun with your new toy!
margene Said,
Envy!! I saw a blue bike with yellow flowers and I’d love to have it.
Barbara-Kay Said,
I love a bike with a kick stand. So many of the new-fangled ones don’t even have one.
It’s a beauty! Safe pedaling!
molly Said,
I love your new bike! And way to go with the BAT/KAT rides. I have a mental block against post but I have been trying lately, too. Have fun!
Wool Winder Said,
Very cool bike! Hope you bought a helmet too. Be safe.
Karen Said,
That is the coolest bike!! Enjoy and ride safely.
claudia Said,
Get used to strangers of all ages saying “Nice bike!”
What a pretty ride. I’m so glad you are having fun!
Linda M. Said,
great bike for the canal bike path and riding around town. can you ride from your house all the way to the canal? will you be able to ride to work?
Carrie Said,
Way cute! I’m thinking about biking sometime soon (not here in Tucson, heavens no) and I’ve always wanted a bike like that. Someone convinced me to buy a “serious” bike once, and it took all the joy out of bike riding for me.
gale (she shoots sheep shots) Said,
Oh, how wonderful that bike is, ENJOY! Love the bell, and the motif,the color, the style. I’ve been coveting a cruiser bike but can’t quite rationalize it.The minute I can, watch out!
Sarah Said,
Congratulations, Carole! May you and your new bike travel many enjoyable miles together.
Deb Said,
Oh I LOVE it!! I got a new bike this spring and it has a bell too. I love “dinging” it throught own!! Safe riding!!
Robin in VA Said,
Awesome–it’s so pretty! I have a bike but I also live in a valley…what goes down hill must come back up! I’d be pushing it more than riding. I do use it when we go camping.
sandy maniscalco Said,
Hi. Congratulations on your new wheels. I love the color. Many years of enjoyment to you. Have a great day. sandy
Karen Said,
Oh it’s pretty! I have been thinking about getting a bike for a while now. I am worried about spending the money on one and then hardly using it. How did you know you would actually use it?
BLOGLESS SHARON Said,
VERY COOL. LOVE THE RED
Danielle Said,
Ok, that’s just the cutest lil’ bike! You (almost) make me want to start biking!
scoutj Said,
Oh FUN!!!
Kim Said,
How fun!! Red was definitely worth the wait
Leslie Said,
What a great bike! You’ll have so much fun with it. I pulled my old bike out of the garage this summer and started riding again–unfortunately, the excessive heat and humidity have kept me inside more than outside. I hope to get back on the saddle in the fall. Have fun!
jillian Said,
She’s beautiful! Great bike!
jill Said,
LOVE the red! I got a new bike this summer as well. I forgot what fun riding can be. Enjoy!
Kate Said,
A truly beautiful bike! I’m sure you two will have many happy years together
Romi Said,
Eeeeeeeeeeeeee! It’s gorgeous! I love bicycles.
Donna Said,
When I started reading about your first excursion I thought you actually rode your bike out to the Cape! I was going to tell you how energetic you are – then I read carefully and figure it out. Duh!!!
Bike riding in my town of Tiverton is so defeating. Nothing but big hills. Ughhhh..
Nice bike – enjoy it. Great exercise!
elizabeth Said,
I am so jealous! She’s beautiful!!!
Catie Said,
Sweet ride! I want one!
Hillary Said,
Very nice. I wish you many great rides.
Chris Said,
Congrats!
Nora Said,
Now THAT’s a BIKE! Have fun!
Martha Said,
I love the cool Hawaii decals! I’ve never ridden down the Canal, is it fun? I rode the Cape Cod rail trail once or twice and it’s kind of boring, flat and hot.
kitkatknit Said,
I fell in love with an Electra last fall in Anchorage AK. It was deep dark purple with gold Indian inspired designs on it and the saddle. Nice!!!!
Cookie Said,
Love!
And I’m so proud of you for getting it. xo
Rachel H Said,
Ooohhh, pretty.
Julie Said,
I’m sooo jealous!
Lucia Said,
Three cheers for you! It’s high time I got one of those.
Betty Said,
What a beauty! I hope you enjoy many happy miles with her!
(You are wearing a helmet when you ride, yes?)
Leah Said,
So cute! I’ve been looking at those for awhile now, but I (unexpectedly) had to buy a new fridge this weekend, so I guess it’s going to wait for awhile.
I’ll ride vicariously, through you!
lisa Said,
Love the little ‘tattoos’ on your new ride!
Beth S. Said,
Oh yeah–the red was worth waiting for!
Suzanne Said,
Very nice! Love the color and the flowers.
sandy Said,
OH! You and Claudia make me ALMOST think that I could ride a bike again. ALMOST.
I love love love your new bike! I would SO get a bell too! (Embarrassing my kids to no end! ha!)
xo
heather Said,
what a cool looking bike! ever since i lived in sweden i’ve kind of liked the old school look with the bells. i made sure i got a bell when i bought a new bike a couple years ago, but no one seems to know what it means when i ring it on the bike path!
paula Said,
ooh that’s pretty. I have been missing my three speed lately.
Emily Said,
I am so jealous of your cool bike with the flowers! Mine is a red one speed without handbrakes. I am Old School.
kathleen Said,
I bought an Electra too, one week ago today. The Townie 21, cool blue color. Great bikes!
Norma Said,
Verra-verra cool! I’m not so sure the flowers would be for me (I have a thing about that ever since my custom-made kitchen cabinetry arrived 20 years ago with carved twee flowers that I did not order…and they’re still there in my kitchen mocking me). But I would love a red bike like that, sans flowers. Have fun with it!
Knitnana Said,
What a beauty! I’m now off to search on that…have been thinking it was just what I need to get back in shape – and I’m with you 3-speeds are just enough, as I’m more of the slow-road kinda gal!
Have wonderful rides on it!
(((hugs)))
Jessica Said,
Nice! We are hoping to bring a couple of bikes back from Maine this weekend, but I doubt they’ll be as pretty as yours.
Kat with a K Said,
Nice! I have sort of considered getting one, but a) I never really learned how to ride well, and b) there’s no where close enough to allow a bike to let me cut down on car use. So… I don’t know.
BigAlice Said,
Oh, it’s beautiful! Have a fantastic time riding!
JessaLu Said,
Nice ride! I’m a little jealous… ;o)
Brenda Said,
Oh, Carole! I have been wanting a cruiser all summer. I don’t know why, but I want a red and white one, all retro. The nearest Electra dealer is about 60 miles away, and I’m going up Sunday for a test ride. He doesn’t have the one I want in stock, but he has something similar that I can try on for size. Wish me luck—I am so jealous of your new bike—you are way too cool for school.
Kat Said,
Love the cruiser! I’ve got a Schwinn from the 60′s that I have got to get out of storage and out on the road.
jessie Said,
How cool! Happy riding, just think of all the gas you’re saving (and calories you’re burning!).
Ina Said,
What a fabulous bike! Long may she roll!!
~Shelley Said,
Mazel Tov! You have given yourself the gift of good health. The only thing which you must add is an odometer… it counts the miles. You will be amazed at how they add up. You will compete with yourself. You will become addicted. You will discover that you sleep better, eat less, see more… make lots of friends and discoveries.
Come winter (when you can bring in the bike and put it up on chocks) it only remains for you to figure out how to attach your spinning wheel to so you can peddle and spin at the same time. lol