"Twas a hot summer's day, when they wheeled into town ... these bicyclists from the past. As they pedaled on by, the
past came to life and forever our memories would last."

On June 29th 1991, over 400 antique bicyclist geared up for Findlay, Ohio's historic celebration. These bicyclist spanned
35 states and 11 countries worldwide to attend the Wheelmen's Annual National Meet and the International Veterans Cycle Association 11th International Rally. The Wheelmen group consists of antique bicycling enthusiasts which celebrate old-style bikes around the world.

Although they were only widely used for 15 years in the late 1800s, high
wheel bicycles have become a tangible piece of Americana. These antique
bikes, sought-after by collectors, are celebrated in rallies and festivals around
the world. The antique bicycles juxtaposed the Victorian houses that are
prevalent in Findlay. Bystanders would watch as costumed aficionado's
pedaled, pumped, and glided on by. Viewer's were able to see all sorts of
odd contraptions that riders of any age, young and old presented. Handlebars
were not just featured on the bike, but also the Victorian dressed gentlemen. Complementing the rally was the Dodworth Saxhorn Reserve Band, with their
lively and oompa, oompa music.

In this documentary, produced by Judy Paschalis, viewers will hear a brief
history and learn about the timeline of the modern day bicycle. George
Garrettson (Wheelmen National Commander) announces the various models
during the parade and viewer's witness tricks performed upon them, such as "standing in the saddle." Learn what a walk-a-long is and see a rachett powered bicycle called the American Star. Richard Porath also talks about his 1890 White Flyer bicycle that is known to be the only one existing of it 's kind. Bicycling Through The Past allows our history to be a tangible and real experience that everyone can appreciate. Filled with bicycle horns, wheelies, 2 person bikes,
trikes and more this documentary relives old memories and creates new ones.

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