Originally Posted by
Amesja
They make some really nice faux wicker baskets like
this one.
My LBS has something like that but in aluminum which is a lot nicer and much lighter.
If you can get your wife to ride then get her something nice rather than cheaping out. Something that looks stylish and classy with that fine English three speed that will make her feel good about riding it about and makes her feel chic and fashionable. Take a look at
Lovely Bicycle and see what a lady likes when it comes to fashion biking. That girl knows how to do it in style!
Amesja, thanks for that suggestion. I will show her the faux wicker baskets. I like the look of them and I've been thinking from the outset that folding makes sense.
But I also see the Walds as a valid option with a fitting classic look (in the chrome finish that is), and not "cheaping out." In any case it will be her call.
And whatever baskets she ends up with, I'm thinking some daisies (her favorite) woven into the basket rims just might be the icing on the cake.
Re
Lovely Bicycle, yes I read it on occasion and it's great. I've showed it to my wife. She has yet to show an interest. But when she says she wants cream tires, I'll know she's hooked!