If you're in Seattle this weekend, you should head over to the 2009 Seattle International Bike Expo at Magnuson Park on Saturday and Sunday.
The show has been presented by the Cascade Bicycle Club annually since 1988. This year it features 150 displays of bicycles, cycling gear, bike touring opportunities and companies that offer health and fitness products.
The show has a rather nomadic past, traveling around to different locations in the Seattle area. This year it's back at Hangar 30 at Magnuson Park. It's easy to get to by bicycle (valet bike parking is available) and there's plenty of parking for cars a short walk away.
Tickets are $8 for adults ($1 off for Cascade members) and $10 for a two-day pass. Hours are 9 to 6 Saturday and 10 to 4 on Sunday.
The event actually begins Friday night with a presentation by former pro cyclist and Versus commentator Bob Roll. If you don't already have a ticket for this event, it's too late now as it's sold out.
A special collection of classic racing and road bicycles will be displayed both days, and the Oregon Bicycle Constructors Association will show its members handiwork. Also look for activities for young cyclists in the Kid's Zone both days.
Some of the featured speakers during the weekend include:
— Cycling and fitness expert Sally Edwards 11:30 Saturday, and 11 Sunday;
— Bicycle artist and cartoonist Neal Skorpen, 1 p.m. Saturday
— Training expert Hunter Allen talks about power meters, 2:30 Saturday
— Humorist and author Joe (Metal Cowboy) Kurmaskie, 4 Saturday
— Bike touring author Willie Weir, 12:30 p.m. Sunday
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