Knightstown, pop. 2,182, isn’t what you’d call a big town. But it’s the biggest one Henry County has to offer along the National Road, which cuts across the very bottom of the county. It’s a typical Indiana small town, with most buildings fronting the main drag built within 20 years either way of 1900. What makes Knightstown stand out to the person just passing through is the bicycles.
Chained to every pillar and post, a basket or tub or pot sits on each one, filled with flowers. Mums, actually, given that it was autumn when I passed through.
Each is painted a bright color — not just the body, but the tires, the chains, the gears, the seat, everything.
But it’s a clever idea that makes Knightstown stand out.
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A novel way of re-cycling, cool photos Jim.
Thanks Christopher!
I’ve never seen these before, interesting town, great shots!
There’s lots to see on the old National Road!
Love them! We had the Tour de France in Yorkshire last year and there were yellow painted bikes everywhere and it really made an interesting and colourful feature. I still see some now and always try to get photos.
I’ve heard about the yellow bikes. Someone I follow — was it you? — posted pics of them.
I am not fond of monochrome bicycle decor no matter how colorful the machine. Good pictures, though.
Then don’t look next time you drive through Knightstown!!