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hilltopics People Features
Monday, September 25, 2000
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BEER
Kierfer Miner, 8, of Lemexa, keeps herself warm and cozy during the day's festivities. Cooler temperatures and wet weather dampened the expected turnout Saturday of cycling enthusiasts at the Circle S Ranch north of Lawrence. The Tour de Fat was sponsored by the New Belgium Brewing Co., which brews Fat Tire beer.
&BIKES Tour de Fat rolls into Lawrence
The bike of the future — as conceived in 1958. Dozens of vintage bikes were assembled for viewing and appreciation by bicycle enthusiasts. Digitally enhanced by Harry Sze/KANSAN
Mike Young, of Kansas City, Mo., tries to beat the record in the bike-toss contest. Contestant 'hurled a Huffy across a field of mud, trying to best the 35-foot record set by one of the New Belgium Brewing Co. emissaries.
Bike mechanic Joe Sorenson, Lawrence, repairs a pedal. Sorenson worked to get broken bikes back to speed at Saturday's event.
Photos by Jamie Roper
Bikes and environmentally friendly beer brewing — a natural combination. New Belgium Brewing Co. gave away several of its yellow bikes to lucky ticket holders. New Belgium's brewing facilities are run entirely from wind-generated power.
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