RAGBRAI. Need I say more?
Join Date: Apr 2001
Location: West Branch, Iowa USA
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Bikes: 1998 Mongoose NX7.1, 2008 Kona Jake, GT singlespeed (year unknown).
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When I was growing up in Ohio Amish country, my parents would tell me that Amish people did not believe in cars. I took this to mean they could not see cars. I was a confused child.
Now, I live near the Amish settlement in Kalona, Iowa, which has the largest Amish population west of the Mississippi River and is also considered one of the most liberal of Amish orders. They cater to tourists and use many modern conveniences. While many complain about their hypocritcal ways, I see it as people who want to live simply and without excessive outside influences. The Kalona Amish use internal combustion equipment (chainsaws, lawnmowers, tractors), but certainly would not use a car. Each Amish order decides for themselves what is acceptable and what is not.
But, I can't say I have seen any bikes.